Facing Du Wei's enthusiasm, Dardanelle apologized: "Du Wei, it should be the Duke. Hehe, how dare I forget your kindness. I wanted to come to see you a long time ago, but the Marquis sent me to accompany the family ship. The team went out to sea and just came back a few days ago. I came this time and brought you a New Year's gift from the Marquise!"
Seeing the gift list sent by the Liszt family, even Du Wei couldn't help taking a deep breath!
Compared with the batch of gifts given last time, the Marquis Liszt's move this time is simply extremely extravagant!
In addition to countless precious treasures, the Marquise Liszt gave what Du Wei lacked most at present: high-quality armor and weapons enough to equip 5,000 failed drafts, and 1,000 good horses. In the end, 4,000 light and strong slaves were also given away!
"In addition to these gift lists, I must be added." Dardanelle looked at Du Wei with a smile: "My lord, you still remember that I was by your side in the frozen forest! The Marquis has already agreed to my request. After I come here for the first time, there is no need to go back!"
Du Wei was very pleasantly surprised, there are too few people he can trust now. Dardanelle was born in the Liszt family, and he is also the confidant of the Marquise Liszt. Although his martial arts may not be top-notch, he comes from a big family, and he had an adventure experience when he was young, so he has a certain understanding of many things. Understand, especially from Liszt, a wealthy businessman, with rich experience, and at the same time extremely loyal to Du Wei!
"My lord, I also brought a letter from the Duchess." Dardanelle said, carefully took out a sealed letter from his arms, and solemnly handed it to Du Wei: "The Marquis invites me Let me tell you, after reading the letter, if you feel unable to make a decision for a while, you can think about it, but no matter what your decision is, please give her an answer."
Du Wei was taken aback: "Oh, I don't know what's going on with the Marquise Liszt?"
Dardanelle shrugged his shoulders: "I don't know about this, Madam wrote it in the letter."
Du Wei didn't ask any questions, and enthusiastically brought Dardanelle closer to his governor's mansion. Du Wei held a big banquet that night, invited all his team members, and introduced Dardanelle to everyone in public. Hussein Because of course he knew Dardanelle. From this point of view, Dardanelle's loyalty to Du Wei is unquestionable: Hussein's identity is a secret, and Dardanelle did not reveal it at all.
Du Wei appointed Dardanelle in public, appointing him as the first city guard of the new capital city in the future, and also with the rank of garrison commander. And the status of a Tulip Duke was officially granted to the Dardanelles as guardian knights.
Du Wei's subordinates knew that Dardanelle was a friend who had been with the Duke through thick and thin, and they were extremely warm and polite to him. After the host and guest were happy, they dispersed. Du Wei asked Made to arrange for Dardanelle to live in his governor. After returning to the room, he opened the letter from the Marquise Liszt.
Du Wei admires the current female patriarch of the Liszt family. The Liszt family is rich in the mainland, even richer than the Delan Mountain monster, and also has the title of court nobleman. The power should not be underestimated. Although I helped Dardanelle in the Frozen Forest at the beginning, it was a disguised form of saving the Marquis Liszt's life, but when I returned to the Luolin Plain, the other party had already sent a big gift, and after that , I sent people to the north to contact the mercenary group to do business, and I also got the care of the Liszt family in many ways in the north. It stands to reason that even if I have a favor for the Liszt family, the other party will pay it back, and now I have sent such a big gift Du Wei just briefly read the following gift list today, and roughly estimated that the value is at least a million gold coins. It was written by Mrs. Marquis Liszt herself. The notes are elegant and dignified, quite like a master, and the pen is also extremely polite to Du Wei.
First, he politely congratulated Du Wei on his appointment as the governor of the Northwest Desa province and his title of duke, then he expressed his New Year's congratulations, and finally stated that Dardanelle had officially separated from the Liszt family. Belonging to Du Wei's family, everything is just a New Year's gift, a token of affection.
The content of the letter praised Du Weiduo, although it was nothing more than saying that he was young and promising, but the Marquise Liszt was obviously very talented, and her words were just right, and she praised Du Weiduo carefully. At the same time, it does not show the slightest bit of flattery and vulgarity, but it makes people feel very comfortable after watching it.
At the end of the letter, he changed his style of writing and mentioned that Du Wei had a good relationship with the Blue Ocean University scholars in the imperial capital. This time, there were many disciples of the Blue Ocean School in the northwest to assist Du Wei. The Marquis of Liszt expressed her admiration for the blue sea scholar, and at the same time pointed out that she has a younger brother and a younger sister, both of whom are very young and worried about the lack of discipline. She also sent people to the imperial capital to visit the sea blue scholar. The younger sister was able to worship under the Hailan sect, but she was politely rejected. The Marquise Liszt said that she dare not force Hailan scholars, but since Du Wei has many people under Hailan sect, it is enough to settle for the second best, so please ask Du Wei to speak well from the middle, and invite a Hailan scholar Yunyun, who is his disciple and teacher who is his younger brother and sister, asked Du Wei to help each other as much as possible because of the good relationship between the two families. The Liszt family must be grateful. After Du Wei put down the letter, he thought for a while. Whether this matter is big or small, it is just such a request from the Marquis, which is really intriguing.
Although the Hailan University scholars are famous, but with the status of the Lister family, even if Hailan cannot be hired, it is not impossible to invite other famous scholars. Why must they belong to the Lanhai sect? If you don't move Lan Hai, you must invite Lan Hai's disciples
Although Du Wei has eighty disciples of Lan Hai, he is in short supply at present, especially because of his busy schedule recently. It can be said that everyone has taken on many duties. At this time, he has to draw people from his subordinates to take care of the family at Liszt's house. Teacher Du Wei was somewhat reluctant.
Although it was a bit embarrassing, the Liszt family showed their kindness in many ways. They sent so many gifts and wealth, and even Dardanelle. If I didn't let him go, I would feel sorry for him. Du Wei sighed, and was about to write a reply, when suddenly, his heart moved, and he asked someone to invite Philip.
Philip hasn't rested yet. He has stayed up until dawn almost every day these days, and the relocation has almost injected the young man with all his energy. After Du Wei sent someone to find Philip, he simply asked Philip if he knew about the fact that the Liszt family sent someone to study at Lan Hai's house in the imperial capital.
Philip thought for a while, and said: "That's the case, but the teacher refused very simply that day. The young master of the Liszt family, who is also the younger brother of the Marquis, is said to be a very smart boy, and it is said that he has a good personality. It's also very good, we originally thought that the teacher would agree, but who knew that the teacher refused very simply, there is no room for manoeuvre, and it is not easy for us as disciples to ask too much about this matter."
Although Philip said nothing, Du Wei saw that Philip seemed to be insincere, as if there was something unspeakable, and Du Wei didn't want to ask about such personal matters. Let Philip go back, and then invited Dardanelle, told Dardanelle the request in the letter from the Marquise Liszt, and then asked: "Dartaniel, I don't want to make things difficult, it's just this matter , I can't decide. I heard that the younger brother of the Marquis Liszt is young and smart. I don't know why the blue ocean scholar refused? If it's just a general matter, it's not difficult for me to say a few good words to make the Marquis fulfill her wish. But I'm afraid there's something hidden in this matter, and it's not good for me, an outsider, to speak up. If you offend Mr. Lan Hai, you know, I'm relying on Mr. Lan Hai's disciples to take care of everything under my command."
Dardanelle hesitated for a moment before saying: "My lord, I didn't know that Madam's letter contained this request. I shouldn't have said this in the first place, but now I am not from the Liszt family. Since you are my My master, if you ask me anything, I will not hide anything. I heard that Madam's father, the former patriarch of the Liszt family, and Mr. Hailan used to be good friends, and they went to school together when they were young! But later it seemed that Some festivals"
"Oh?" Du Wei became interested: "The father of the Marquis Liszt still has such a relationship with Mr. Hailan?"
Dardanelle thought for a while: "Not many people know about this matter. I heard that the former patriarch had a good relationship with the blue ocean scholar, and the two of them still had a friendship with classmates. But later, it seemed that because of disagreement And fell out. Mr. Lan Hai is indifferent by nature, thinking about the country and the people, while Mr. Liszt is more concerned about the family business. After a long time, Mr. Lan Hai thinks that Mr. Liszt is too profit-oriented. To be honest, "Dada Neil smiled wryly: "Everyone knows that the Lister family was developed under the hands of the former patriarch. During the development of the family back then, there were indeed some shady businesses, so..."
Du Wei nodded, and understood in his heart. Although he didn't know much about the Liszt family at the beginning, but now that his status is getting higher and he has been mixed in the aristocratic circle, he also knows some of the Liszt family's fortune. history. The Marquise's father, the former patriarch of the Liszt family, had indeed done a lot of disgraceful things. Back then, for the sake of family development, he married his eyebrow daughter to an older nobleman, just to cling to the other party's prominent status, and then his business flourished all the way. Moreover, it is faintly heard that some illegal things are secretly operated, such as smuggling from the frozen forest, and maritime trade. I heard that they have also done some illegal activities.
It wasn't surprising for Du Wei to hear it at the time. After all, no matter in this world or in Du Wei's previous life, which rich and powerful families didn't have anything shameful in the history of their fortunes? It is also unusual.
Moreover, after the Marquis Liszt inherited the family, she was very rigorous in doing things, and her reputation gradually turned around.
"I heard that Mr. Lan Hai and Mr. Liszt fell out because of this, which meant that they would never see each other. Afterwards, Mr. Liszt visited Lan Hai at home, but Lan Hai also closed the door."
Du Wei frowned: "In this way, Mr. Lan Hai's attitude is so firm, how can I help? I'm afraid that all the disciples under Lan Hai's sect know about this matter. When Philip told me just now, it seemed that there was something hard to say. Since it is Mr. Lan Hai I can't force them to break the rules. I just told Philip about the letter, but that kid didn't mention it on purpose. Obviously, Lan Hai made the rules, and he didn't want to do it either. .”
Moreover, Du Wei still had another thought in his mind: this Marquise, I heard that she is a very smart person, and she is very measured in doing things. Since she clearly knows about the festival, she still raised such a difficult question. The meaning of is not simple.
Du Wei thought for a while, sighed, and said, "I'll write back to Madam right now. I'll try my best to deal with this matter, but after all, I can't make the decision. In the end, I just do my best."
Du Wei's letter was delivered quickly, and Mrs. Liszt replied very quickly. In the letter, she expressed her understanding of Du Wei's difficulties, and she did not dare to force her. The younger sister is sent to the northwest, even if she temporarily lives in Du Wei's house, in this way, after a long time, she can always learn something from the side of these elites under the Hailan sect. For the sake of love for a long time, he is willing to accept apprentices.
The Marquise Liszt wrote this letter very sincerely. The letter also explained that her father had some misunderstandings with Mr. Lan Hai. After his father got old, it was a lifelong regret. If the estrangement between the two families can be eliminated, it can be regarded as understanding A heart disease of his father. These words also somewhat relieved Du Wei's doubts. The Liszt family is the most wealthy in the world. Apart from Lan Hai, what university can't be hired
Since it is to understand the grievances of the elders, it is understandable to insist on doing this.
Just send it, anyway, Du Wei's Governor's Mansion is so big, let alone two people, even if you send ten or hundreds of them, it won't be too big.
Immediately, Du Wei sent someone to reply, which was regarded as officially agreeing to the Marquise Liszt's request.
Du Wei didn't hide this matter from Philip and the others. After all, he promised to be in the middle. Although he would not force Philip and the disciples of the Sea Blue Sect to do anything in his own capacity, telling them the matter was also a sign of respect.
After Philip found out, he sighed, took a deep look at Du Wei, and said in a low voice, "My lord, I don't think this matter is that simple."
Du Wei frowned slightly: "What do you think?"
Philip seemed to be a little worried, Du Wei smiled lightly, poured a cup of tea and handed it over, and said with a smile: "Philip, you know, what I hope most is that everyone can talk freely by my side, the situation in the Northwest has just been established Only when we are united can we create a better situation, no matter what happens today, you can tell me as much as you like, don’t have any worries, are you still afraid that I will blame you?"
Philip also smiled: "Actually, after careful calculation, this matter is your private matter, and it has nothing to do with us."
"oh?"
Philip smiled slightly, his eyes flickered, and he said lightly, "My lord, in two months' time, it will be your fifteenth birthday."
Seeing that Du Wei didn't seem to understand, Philip added slowly: "The imperial decree stipulates that a man who has reached the age of fifteen is considered an adult and can marry. I heard that the sister of the Marquise Liszt is sixteen years old this year." She is extremely smart and beautiful, and her fame spreads far and wide. It is even said that she is far more beautiful than the Marquise Liszt herself when she was young! Since she was fourteen years old, so many rich and noble people who came to propose marriage have almost broken through the door of the Liszt family My lord, at this time, she has sent such a beautiful and unparalleled younger sister to your side for a long time, hehe!"
Philip continued: "My lord, throughout the circle of rich and powerful families, such things as marriage and alliance are the most common. Although the Liszt family is rich and powerful now, the Marquis, the patriarch of the family, is a woman after all. And she is still a She is a widow, and her title of Marquis is a court title for life! Decades later, after her death, the Liszt family will not be considered aristocratic without the title. It’s just a merchant family! The family must have strong foreign aid to continue, otherwise, it may not be enough for a merchant family to continue to gain a foothold in the empire! If there is no strong backing, maybe one day they will be bullied Now, the Marquis Liszt is here, and I heard that he has a good relationship with the royal family, and she is also a noble lady, but what about after her? It is normal to think about the future of the family!"
Du Wei couldn't help but narrowed his eyes.
Seeing that Du Wei didn't mean to be impatient, Philip decided in his heart, so he simply confessed his thoughts: "Look at you, my lord, throughout the entire empire, is there any more suitable marriage partner than you? You are young , you are already a duke! And the appreciation of His Royal Highness the Regent for you is well known! The Regent will definitely become the emperor in the future, and His Royal Highness Chen is not much older than you, and has a good personal relationship with you. As long as he is in the One day, your status will be difficult to shake! After decades, you will be an extremely human minister. With your talent and status, and your friendship with the emperor, a prime minister will definitely not be able to escape! At that time, the power of the empire In the world, in the elite circle, you are the number one person! Who else can compare with you? The most important thing is that you are about to come of age, but you are still single now! Marriage will be settled when you are an adult, but you seem to have heard that you don’t have any engagement! After all the calculations, my lord, you now hold the power of a province, and you are the duke. Your future future is limitless! If you can pull If you are on this big tree, the wealth and honor of the Liszt family in the next few decades will never be shaken!"
After Philip's words, Du Wei woke up suddenly. It turned out that he has become a hot diamond king
Thinking about it now, Du Wei suddenly recalled that when he was on fire in the imperial capital, many wealthy nobles tried their best to show their favor to him. Underage) all pulled out to introduce enthusiastically. At that time, Du Wei didn't think about it in his heart, and he was a magician, and he rarely went out. Most of the invitations were politely declined on the grounds of studying magic. After living in the magic academy, these invitations gradually decreased. up.
Now that I think about it, those nobles who tried their best to win over themselves probably had this idea too!
Philip continued to laugh and said: "My lord, you are about to perform the coming-of-age ceremony. Most aristocratic men get married immediately after the coming-of-age ceremony. It's rare for you to have a marriage that hasn't even been settled yet. And I think Liszt The family is also very suitable for you. The Marquis of Liszt has a great influence in the aristocratic circle, and the family has strong financial resources. It is a good helper for your career! Since the other party has this intention, how about "
Du Wei suddenly sighed, and glanced at Philip: "Philip, you have only been in the Northwest for less than half a year, and your temperament has changed a lot from when you left the imperial capital. Back then, you would not have thought of such a powerful marriage. What about the matter?"
Philip was startled, thinking that Du Wei was angry, and hurriedly said, "My lord, I'm thinking about you."
"Okay, I don't blame you." Du Wei smiled: "It's just that, a rookie in the political arena, today he discusses this kind of power trading with me in an orderly manner. Although I am very pleased with your progress, I also understand your loyalty to me, but, alas, this power will indeed change people."
Before Philip could speak, Du Wei shook his head: "I don't plan to get married too early, and hey, even if I marry a wife, I don't want to fall into this cliché of scheming deals between nobles. You should know my thoughts Bar."
Philip suddenly felt moved, remembering that the Duke seems to have a very good relationship with the female magician Vivienne, he couldn't help sighing, my lord, although you are a magician, you are also a duke. People in this circle, there are many things, where they can make decisions