Chapter 140
Chapter 140
A few days later, near the train station close to the Dragon Soldier training camp.
The place, which had always been quiet, was now bustling with more people than usual. The reason? The start of the “Talent Recruitment Period.”
This was a golden opportunity to recruit trainees who had learned everything there was to learn at the training camp and had demonstrated sufficient potential. Whether it was a promising knight or any other capable individual, the effort and resources invested in discovering and nurturing them were akin to a lucrative business venture.
Among the crowd, nobles from distant regions stood out, their imposing presence drawing curious glances. One of them, Lord Soma, approached someone with a warm smile.
“Ah, it’s been a while, Count Zion. Have you been well?”
Count Zion, a skilled warrior from the expanding Eastern territories, returned the greeting with his usual gentle smile. “Haha, if I had any troubles, this old man would have met his end already. I hear you’ve recently welcomed a son? You had three daughters before, so it’s a fortunate turn of events. Next time, bring your son along to visit.”
“Really? Has news of that already reached the Eastern lands? Haha, it’s embarrassing.”
Soma nodded, allowing Zion to conclude the conversation first. After all, Zion was a powerful figure, and many nobles sought his favor.
As they walked, Soma playfully nudged a rural noble who had joined them. “You see, this man here recently took office. He hasn’t been here long. But Zion, you know how these influential nobles are—always looking for an opportunity. They’re probably hoping to secure their noble status by ingratiating themselves with you.”
The rural noble widened his eyes. “What? Weren’t you just exchanging pleasantries with Count Zion?”
Soma chuckled. “Exactly. He’s only been in office for a short while. Zion wasn’t asking about his well-being; he was subtly hinting that if this noble wants to secure his title, he should step down gracefully and let his older daughters and much older son inherit the noble status.”