Chapter 829: Prosperity
'Endless ambition and desire are indeed the driving force behind the development of civilization, and I hope that Stephen can create a miracle.
But Aztec wasn't as fragile as the American Indians, otherwise the gods would have swarmed like a swarm of sharks that smelled blood.
Watching the two of the Kestrel mercenaries disappear at the end of the corridor, Henry narrowed his eyes and muttered to himself.
While he also longed for someone to replicate the Spanish conquest of South America on Earth, it was clear that this was not possible.
Since the elves used super magic to completely tear the entire continent apart, each continent has generated a unique cultural circle, and with a sufficient population, they have enshrined their own belief systems and gods, among which the animistic beliefs of the Aztec continent are the most difficult.
The people there believe that everything has a spirit, the human soul, trees, stones, rivers, mountains, animals, mountains, lakes, and so on.
This means that in the pristine rainforest there are a large number of spirits, which are neither gods nor divine creatures, nor are they ordinary magical creatures, but are spirit beings that the soul shaman calls spirits.
Generally speaking, which tribe uses these creatures as totems and beliefs, then these creatures provide protection to the tribe, and a few powerful ones can also give some spell-like abilities, so wanting to invade a large area is purely looking for death, even the god of the guardian with medium divine power Haim found that he was unable to do it after plundering several large tribes, so he gave up his plan to continue to expand, and Am's six-member council had no intention of expanding at all, only guarding a small colony, and obtaining huge wealth through guò trade.
Henry wasn't sure if his plan to acquire labor would succeed, but he didn't mind trying it because of the small initial investment, and it wouldn't be much to lose if it failed.
Just when he stood there and thought about the gains and losses.
The old butler did not know when he appeared behind him, and lowered his voice and reminded, 'You should go in and see the child, and don't let Miss Doris wait too long at this time.'
Otherwise, she would be very disappointed.
''Hehe, you're right.
I really didn't expect that I would already have three children before I was thirty years old, and I must know that Scordi is pregnant again, and if nothing else, she will give birth to a second child this time next year.
With that, a smile appeared on Henry's face.
'Really?
!
The stern expression on the old butler's face was instantly replaced by joy, and he hurriedly bent down and bowed deeply.
'Then I congratulate you, the prosperity of the heirs is the manifestation of the prosperity of the family, and only when the direct blood relatives of the Angome family take root in this land, will your rule be as stable as a rock.
'As an old man who was deeply influenced by traditional feudal thinking.
He had long regarded himself as a member of the Angome family, and he was always thinking about the Henrys, and there was absolutely no doubt about his loyalty.
In the continent of Faerun, the practice of consolidating rule through blood and marriage is a common practice used by all kingdoms.
They married the women of the country's great nobility to draw most of the powerful faction to their side, while the princesses of the royal family were used as bargaining chips to promote businessmen, adventurers, and mercenary group leaders who wanted to enter aristocratic circles with ambitions.
Because these guys usually don't have good backgrounds, if they can get a princess as a wife, then their status will instantly become noble, and no one will dare to laugh at their lowly blood, and the royal family can also get a loyal servant.
Betrayal is unlikely to occur at least within three generations.
After so many years of cultivation, Henry has long known everything about this set, and just shook his head with a smile.
Turning around, he pushed the door open and walked into the room, not saying his disdain for the system.
In his opinion, this kind of rule, which was based on a fragile balance, was not at all precarious, and the filth of the noble associations was so great that if someone could come up with enough benefits, they would immediately disintegrate themselves from within, and it would not be long before they fell apart.
As the god of tyranny, Bain, said in his teachings, only might is the truth in this world.
When a tyrant holds more than 90 percent of the power, even if the whole country is full of complaints and the people are not full, they will not dare to resist.
You can only endure and obey in silence, because resistance means death.
In the face of a powerful army, the so-called 'vast sea of people's war' is nothing more than a joke.
Only a fool would believe that an unarmed civilian can defeat a regular army armed to the teeth.
Of course, if certain elites also join it, then the nature is completely different.
It is for this reason that directly leads to the fact that nearly a quarter of the rulers of the entire Faeron Continent regard Bann as their protector and vigorously support his church, even though the god of tyranny has fallen for so many years, his church in the mortal world has not only not shrunk, but has grown.
Henry didn't intend to be a tyrant, but he didn't want to be held back by the aristocratic alliance that would form in the future, so the dictator was the one he positioned himself.
In fact, dictatorship itself does not mean evil, and many dictators have brought great benefits to ordinary people, and can also lead the country out of poverty, and on the road to prosperity.
Essentially, their camp should be order-neutral, not all of them supporters of tyranny, as they are rumored.
Upon entering the room, Henry saw Doris lying on the bed, with a happy smile and a maternal atmosphere, as well as the baby boy who had been cleanly washed.
The female shaman from the Aztec continent stayed quietly in the corner, her eyes staring at the baby for a moment, and the devotion and fanaticism on her face could be felt even by the servants.
As for Elena, who was freckled and showing off her young lady the reward she had just received, she was chirping like a lark, much to the envy of the other servants.
When she was young, she was still a child, and she didn't understand the truth that wealth was not exposed.
The old butler, who was following behind, noticed the situation and immediately whispered: 'According to tradition, you should give your servants some reward, and at the same time prepare a banquet to celebrate the birth of a new member of the family.
Henry nodded slightly, "Since there are conventions, let's follow them."
Fifty gold coins for each of the mansions, including the cook and gardener, and as for the banquet until Doris recovers, all expenses will be deducted directly from my name.
''Understood, I promise to do it well.''
Let your generosity and joy be felt by all.
The butler bowed meticulously, then beckoned to all the servants present, and evacuated with everyone.
He understood that the two must have a lot to say at this time.
There may be some secrets involved, so take the initiative to clear the scene.
Just a few seconds later.
The room that was originally packed with people was left with only three adults and a newborn baby.
Perhaps it was because she had just experienced a bloody relationship, Doris looked a little excited when she saw Henry appear, tears kept rolling in her eyes, and she was holding her child in one hand, for fear of hearing some bad news.
You must know that in the Faeron Continent, the nobles often take their illegitimate children away from their biological mothers and train them to become warriors, mages, and scholars needed by the family according to their own wishes, so she seems very nervous.
'Relax.
This child was born at the risk of your life, and no one can take him away from you.
Henry came to the head of the bed and kissed the little man on the forehead and comforted him.
He saw the young mother's worries at a glance and immediately reassured that after all, it was taboo for women to have unstable postpartum relationships.
Hearing this, Doris instantly relaxed, and a smile regained on her face: "Thank you, I have always been worried that you will give him to the queen to raise."
Now give this little guy a name, you see how strong and cute he is, and he will be a handsome prince when he grows up.
Like all mothers, she doted on her children.
The brilliance of motherhood is vividly reflected in this moment.
Looking at his infant son, Henry thought for half a minute, smiled and asked, 'What do you think of Wade?'
''Wade?
Doris whispered.
Then nodded happily.
'Very good, then he will be called that from now on.
So saying, she turned sideways and stroked the little one's head, and muttered, 'My child, Daddy has given you a good name, and from now on you will be called Wade.'
The intimate picture of the young and beautiful mother and the baby instantly gave Henry a little warm feeling.
He put the box in his hand on the bed, grabbed his son's little hand, and carefully checked the baby's body for any hidden dangers.
Doris noticed the beautiful forehead box and asked curiously, 'What's inside?'
Gifts?
''Stefan, the head of the Kestrel Corps, asked me to pass on the gift to you.
Open it and take a look, I believe it must be worth a lot.
Henry said with a playful smile on his face.
Although he didn't open it and read it.
But judging by the weight alone, there is a good point of 10* that it is jewelry or something.
'Stephen?
Doris frowned and began to ponder.
Apparently not impressed by this person.
But fortunately, she was still young and her memory was still at its peak, and her face soon showed an expression of sudden realization.
'Ah, remember!
A few days ago, a servant said that there was a man named Stephen who had a letter of introduction and said he wanted to see me, and the time seemed to be set for today.
Henry smiled and nodded, "That's right, I just met him at the door, and I made some deals, so you can keep this gift."
Like all women who receive gifts, Doris excitedly unpacks the package, and when the box is opened, it releases a bright light.
I saw that this one-foot square box was full of gemstones of various sizes and sizes, although they were still rough stones that had not been cut and polished, but they were still enough to make the hearts of those who saw it beat faster.
'This!
!
That's too precious, isn't it?
Doris's hands were trembling at the moment.
As a noble woman, she knew very well that when someone gave a heavy gift, she would inevitably ask for something, so she suddenly became a little flustered, and she didn't know if she should accept it.
'Hehe, these things are all specialties from the Aztec continent, and they are not as valuable as you think.
I'm willing to bet that Stephen won't get them for more than five hundred gold.
Right, a soul shaman from another continent?
As he spoke, Henry turned and looked at Kakasima with meaningful eyes, while releasing a terrifying aura.
He could feel that the soul of the woman in front of him with oil paint on her face was very special, as if she had been connected to another world, that is, strange and mysterious.
(To be continued)