Edge of the Apocalypse Chapter 314: Opportunity

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A study room was hit by a storm. Books were thrown on the floor, tables and chairs were upside down, and the room was messed up. Ethan sat down by the window, beside the screen curtains torn from the window. The man with his collar wide open and his bloodshot eyes had a bottle of spirits in his hand, which was the burning aid for his madness. Ethan took a sip of wine and shouted: "You **** old thing, always look down on me. One day you will know that you are wrong, and your power and wealth will all belong to me. It belongs to me!"

"Dad."

Behind the door, a fourteen-five-year-old girl ran in, with a pretty green face. She saw Ethan sitting on the ground and said sadly: "Dad, don't drink so much alcohol."

"Go away." Ethan pushed the girl away rudely.

The girl fell to the ground all of a sudden, her eyes were misty, but she desperately held back. Wanting to help Ethan, the alcoholic father grabbed her chin and said, "Shut up and leave me alone. You are also a trash. What use is it for me to raise you so much? What can you bring to me? , Wealth? Or power? No, you will only spend my money, a lot of money!"

Pushing the girl away, Ethan stumbled to his feet and hobbled towards the door. The girl finally couldn't help crying. In her memory, her father in the past and the present were very different. At that time, he was humble, polite, gentle and affectionate. But since his mother passed away, his father has changed. He began to pursue utilitarianism, and even took a fancy to the position of Baron York.

He wants to be the new owner of Suhl City!

But the girl knows that her father will become what she is now because of her mother's death. When the woman who was as weak as a flower was dying under the torment of the illness, his father felt a deep weakness and a curse of fate. Although he is the nephew of the Baron York, he has no real power, and even the Baron hates and alienates him.

So I don't know how many people are pointing at his back, and even when his wife is seriously ill, Ethan can't afford the medicine and rescues the Baron York, all he gets is ridicule and indifference. His wife just left, and since then, Ethan has gradually become distorted.

On this day, Ethan was drunk in the tavern. After returning, he lay down for a day, and in the evening of the next day, he still went to the tavern. Only the anesthesia of alcohol can make him forget the pain.

When Edward came to see Sean with a ready-to-wear garment, they saw Ethan when they met at the bar appointed. His watch is exquisite and luxurious, but he is wearing cheap clothes. He was full of alcohol, but he unconsciously carried an unconscious grace between his actions, which was a subconscious action cultivated by a long-term good habit.

From this point of view, this man should be a downright noble?

"Sure enough, Mr. Edward, I'm very satisfied with the samples you brought." Shaun said with satisfaction, playing with the clothes Edward brought.

"Who is that person?" Edward looked at Ethan.

Sean said "Oh" and said, "That's Mr. Ethan, he is the nephew of Baron York. But the Baron himself doesn't like him very much, and even hates him, a poor man."

Edward glanced at Ethan again.

"Mr. Edward, you have to stay in the city for two more days. In these two days I will find an opportunity to meet the Baron. He will be very happy to have merchants like you, bringing such excellent textile technology to Suhl. Come," Sean said.

Edward smiled and said, "That's okay, as long as the gentleman named Ratis doesn't disturb me."

"Latis?" Sean sneered, "That guy hid after you left. It was only these two days that he dared to get out and see people. Don't worry, the lesson you taught him was so profound last time. He dare not disturb you anymore."

"Then I can rest assured."

Edward stayed in Suhl, and he used this time to travel around the city. Focusing on going outside the city gate, silently observing the troops in Storm City, paying attention to their number and training. This army is much better than the city defense team of Suer City. Whether it is in terms of the quality of soldiers or the quality of equipment, Suer City is simply not enough.

Their leader, a serious-faced knight, according to Edward's judgment, he has at least level 15 strength. This gave Edward a new understanding of the power structure of this planet. The title and strength are linked, but strength is not the only criterion for title. This is also normal. Every knight is a prince of the empire. They are knighted and territory, and their strength is not the only criterion for judging.

In addition to strength, background, military service, connections and wealth are all closely related. The most important of these is blood. The constitution that Edward saw pointed out that the title can be inherited by blood. But only titles above earls are hereditary. Although other titles can be passed on to future generations, the successors need to have enough military merit or other contributions to consolidate titles and territories.

Moreover, the empire also provides room for promotion. Commoners can become knights by accumulating military merits, and knights can also be named barons after they have made enough contributions. Looking at all of the above, the power system of the civilizations developed on this planet is surprisingly similar to that of the earth. Edward showed a thoughtful expression. Was this evolution accidental, or was it inevitable driven by some reason?

At night, he saw Ethan again in the bar.

Ethan is arguing with the bartender.

"Mr. Ethan, I'm really sorry, your last credit hasn't been settled yet. I can't let you go on credit for anything tonight, or I will be scolded by the boss." The bartender said.

Ethan caught his collar: "Asshole, I will be rich in a few days, and I will pay it back together with the last time. Don't you believe me?"

The bartender said helplessly: "Please don't do this, sir, it will embarrass us all."

At this time, a silver coin fell on the bar, and someone behind Ethan said: "Please give this gentleman a glass. All he drinks tonight will be counted on my account."

Ethan looked back and saw Edward with a smile on his face.

The two found a corner to sit down, and the wine came up after a while, and Ethan was not welcome, and took a sip. Edward looked at him and said lightly: "Mr. Ethan's life is very unsatisfactory."

Ethan put down his wine glass, looked at Edward and said, "You are a raw face, how do you know my name."

"We have some business dealings with Mr. Sean. The last time I saw Mr. Ethan drinking alone, I was surprised. How could a person like you drink in such a bar? Mr. Sean saw My doubt, he told me who you are."

"Then, you look down on me, right." Ethan said mockingly: "Uncle York looks down on me, so everyone here despises me. I'm used to it. Anyway, I want to thank you for asking I drink this glass."

He stood up after speaking and left the bar.

Soon Ethan found out that Edward was following him. Ethan stopped and frowned, "What are you doing with me?"

"I think there are some things to talk about."

"For example?" Ethan said casually.

Edward looked in the direction of the City Lord’s Mansion: "For example, the owner in there can be changed. If I choose, I think Mr. Ethan is more suitable."

"Bold!" Ethan said silently, "Do you know what you are talking about? This is enough to put you in jail!"

"I’m just talking about the facts. Look at this city, Mr. Ethan. It’s so dilapidated. The people here are just barely living, and they can’t talk about life. Don’t you want to show it? Aspiration, will Suhr City be renewed?" Edward shook his head and said, "No, if Mr. Ethan is a person willing to the status quo, he will never be so distressed. So I think Mr. Ethan just lacks an opportunity. And we can do it for you. You provide such an opportunity."

"Opportunity?" Ethan shook his head and said, "As long as Baron York, my dear uncle reigns for one day, I will never have such a chance. And Suhr City will always be like this."

"Then let the Baron disappear. Anyway, no one will cry for the disappearance of a greedy, demanding lord? On the contrary, I think they will support a wise new lord, such as you." Edwards Whispered.

The devilish words immediately hit a certain part of Ethan's heart. He had been thinking about this kind of thing for a long time, but it was the first time that he was exposed in person. Ethan's chest rises and falls, and he points to Edward and said: "You go away, for the sake of you asking me to drink tonight, I just pretend that I didn't hear anything."

He turned around and left, not knowing if he was afraid or wanted to avoid something. Suddenly a whirlwind blew up in front of him, Ethan was startled, and Edward said behind him: "Mr. Ethan, we are not just businessmen, we still have the power to change the general situation. You see, you are full of words. Aspiration, but no one in this city wants to stop and listen. But I heard your voice, and now the opportunity lies in front of you. If you want to change your life, you should seize this opportunity."

Ethan turned his head and saw Edward was raising his right hand lightly, and the active light pattern of his palm was shining. Ethan lost his voice: "Magic?"

"It's not just me." Edward lost his ability and said, "I was going back tomorrow, but for you, Mr. Ethan, I decided to stay for two more days. If you change your mind, you can come to me at any time. I want to use Mr. Ethan’s ability to know where I live?"

"I look forward to seeing you next time." Edward followed the etiquette of this world and bowed to Ethan.

Ethan stood there for a minute, and then murmured: "Did he bow to me? This..."

"This is the first time someone respects me so much, hey!"

He smiled and left in the opposite direction. Ethan suddenly felt that this night was not so dark. r1058

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