The Morning Star Harbor is just around the corner.
As the tide of piracy passed and the Balti Islands declined, Morningstar became more prosperous.
Numerous routes have been opened up, and the closer you get, the more ships you can see.
The previous port has undergone several expansions, and now it is not difficult to accommodate hundreds of seagoing ships.
Leylin had considered this point when choosing the site, and chose an open deep-water port, which showed his foresight at this time.
The pier was densely packed with human figures, but at this moment, a wave of distinctive characters gathered.
The first few people were dressed in gorgeous aristocratic costumes, and with their good eyesight, Leylin could vaguely see familiar faces.
The first ones were the Jonas couple. Mrs. Jonas was still waving a white handkerchief in this direction, wiping a few tears from time to time.
"Woooo... child! My child! How could you abandon us so cruelly, and you have been gone for so many years... woooo..."
After getting off the boat, Leylin had just stepped off the deck, and before he had time to say hello, Leylin was embraced by the baroness.
Seeing this, Leylin could only helplessly nod to Baron Jonas, and then comforted his mother.
"It's over! It's over! Dear! Leylin's return is something to be happy about!"
Baron Jonas looked much older, his temples were slightly graying, but he was in good spirits.
But at this time, the resolute temperament of him who had joined the army had faded a lot, and what remained was grace and the calmness and composure of mastering power.
"Father! I'm back!"
Leylin smiled and saluted.
"Just come back!" Baron Jonas nodded, and at the same time led out a pair of children around five or six years old behind him.
"This is your younger brother and sister! Jack and Sarina, come, call brother!"
"Brother!" "Brother!!"
There is innocence and fear in the eyes of the two children. They are still ignorant, but they still listened to their father's words and cried out sweetly.
"Um!"
Leylin nodded, through the induction of blood, he knew that this was his father's child, but not from his mother's blood, but this was quite normal among nobles.
This kind of concubine's children have no status at all, which can be seen from the fact that their mothers did not come together.
Moreover, as bastards, the only way out for them in the future is to enter the church of gods or become stewards of other nobles, unless Leylin is willing to divide his territory to them.
Since there was no threat to Leylin's status, even Mrs. Jonas did not show any particular hostility.
"Jack! Selina! Hello!"
At this time, Leylin of course also acted like a gentle big brother. Although he didn't know it beforehand, he quickly brought out a gift—a beautiful rag doll and exquisite moccasin boots, which made the two younger siblings cheer. .
Leylin had already prepared a boatload of presents for distribution, so naturally he didn't mind having two more.
"I can see that you are so harmonious, and I am relieved!"
Baron Jonas nodded in satisfaction. Leylin's doing so was a statement. At least he would not worry about raising his children after his death.
Based on his knowledge of Leylin, of course he knew that with Leylin's scheming and strength, these two younger siblings were not rivals at all.
"Now, I hope that Jack and Sarina can be content..."
Baron Jonas sighed inwardly.
"Jacob! Ryan!"
Afterwards, Leylin greeted the others and gave gifts.
"Master Leylin!" Jacob and Ryan saluted respectfully, with excitement in their eyes.
They also look very old, almost on the verge of retirement.
"Thank you for your hard work!" Leylin looked around, and then saw Zuo Na, the gold coin bishop of the Goddess of Wealth.
"And Bishop Zuo Na! Long time no see!"
"It's been a long time indeed!" Zuo Na still had the girlish appearance before, the glory of the gods made her slow down her aging process, and she could maintain her youthful appearance even until she died, but her eyes matured a lot.
"I have a lot of things I want to tell you about Venus Port and future cooperation, but it seems like I'll visit you later!"
Bishop Zuo Na spoke very understandingly.
Leylin nodded. The host of the Temple of Wealth did not change much here, but the bishops of the other two temples, Oghma, the God of Knowledge, and Irmat, the God of Suffering, seemed to have changed faces. I got to know Leylin one by one.
"Come to the Mage Tower at night, I have something to show you!"
Teacher Ernest was still the same as before, and left after a few words in a hurry, as if he had an important experiment.
The corners of Leylin's mouth curled up slightly. Now it's almost time for the Mage Tower to be completed. Presumably what the instructor wanted to say has something to do with it.
"When the time comes, I hope my progress won't frighten him..."
After the tedious and messy welcome ceremony, Leylin returned directly to the villa in Venus Harbor.
Now with the maturity and development here, the political core of the entire Faolan Island has gradually moved here, and the original manor has become a vacation home.
"Master!" "Master!"
There were already two beautiful maids waiting in the villa, and their eyes turned red when they saw Leylin.
"It's Sister Clare!"
Leylin nodded. The pair of sisters seemed to have matured a lot, as if they were about to cry at this moment.
"The furnishings in the room haven't changed much!"
Leylin walked around the room with his hands behind his back, and found that the layout of the furniture, carpets and curtains were exactly the same as before he left.
"Madam is afraid that the young master will not get used to it when he comes back, so let us keep this place as it is!"
Claire said softly, this girl has grown into a strong woman now.
Leylin sighed secretly.
Ordinary manor maids are probably married long ago when they are at the age of the other party, and the reason why they are still here now must be due to their own relationship.
Before he spoke, even the father of Sister Hua, the old butler Ryan would not dare to make decisions without authorization.
Sometimes, a single thought of the superior can greatly change the life of the subordinate.
However, Leylin didn't have any other ideas. It's over and it's over. The big deal is to make up for it later.
"Boil some hot water, I'm going to take a bath and sleep well! I've had enough of life at sea!"
Leylin gave the order, and soon Sister Claire completed the work well according to his wishes.
After a short rest, Leylin didn't get much time, and during the time he was away, too many things really piled up.
The first is the reception at night. In order to welcome him back, it is also an exchange with various forces. This must be attended.
Afterwards, Leylin came to the study of Baron Jonas.
"You are doing great! My boy! You are my pride!"
The baron's study room was much larger than before. The dark red coral wood gave off a faint fragrance, and even magic props were used for lighting inside. Obviously, the conditions were much better.
Baron Jonas sat behind the desk, looking at his son.
"Although the matter in the Northland is a pity, we still have to give up the leader of Violet, but the title of Baron Violet can be passed on to your other heirs in the future..."
Of course, Leylin had also told Baron Jonas about the news of his knighthood in the North.
And now his Violet Territory was either occupied by lycanthropes or fell into the hands of orcs, and became part of the orc empire. It was obviously very unrealistic to reoccupy it.
However, what Baron Jonas valued was the title of the hereditary baron!
After all, it is a hereditary title of nobility, which sounds much better than those titles of court nobles, and it can also be inherited!
Leylin's territory was lost due to the war, and he was not deprived of his title. The gold content is still there, but of course it is much lower than when Silvermoon City was still there.
For many nobles, losing their own territory is also an unspeakable humiliation.
However, as long as the name is still there, the threshold of being knighted has been crossed, and it will be much easier to climb up in the future.
Even if the territory of the Northland is lost, it is not difficult to find another territory in Dambras! Anyway, there are still so many barren islands in the outer sea, and after some manipulations, Leylin's hereditary baron can become the title of Dambreth! In this way, the Faolan family will have two baronial inheritances! The nominal strength doubled in an instant!
Perhaps, in the baron's heart, it is very gratifying to be able to transfer the territory back!
"With the current strength of our family and our trade network, it shouldn't be difficult to influence His Majesty the King. After all, you are also a hereditary noble. As long as your territory is in the open sea and you don't violate the rights and interests of those mainland nobles, there must not be many people who hinder you. …”
Baron Jonas spoke confidently.
However, that's it, the other party's eyes are still limited to the aristocratic fiefs and trade profits.
Leylin listened noncommittally, his goal was always to pursue eternity! However, everyone has different paths and ideas, and he didn't force anything.
"Where is the Marquis of Dim? Did he cause trouble for us?"
"He... he has become a lot more honest since he came back from the capital last time. It's not a big deal... The reason why I called you back is because of several other things!"
Having said that, Baron Jonas' expression gradually became more serious.
"What happened?" The previous letter only mentioned a few things happened, so Leylin didn't know much about the inside story.
"In the outer seas... the traces of devils and demons are becoming more and more obvious, and the Church of the Murder God is also rising, especially the return and expansion of the barbarian pirate group..."
Baron Jonas said lightly.