Warhammer Wizard

Ren's words were astonishing.

The reactions of the Holy Soul Wizards were very intense. The first reaction was to refuse, especially the several dukes who already owned the territory, thinking that they would never give up the territory.

Territory is the foundation of strength!

Building floating cities, towers and academies, cultivating students, magic experiments and research, weapons and equipment, purchasing alchemy materials, setting up extraordinary legions, personnel remuneration and equipment procurement, maintenance, etc., everything costs money, and it is big money.

Where does this money come from? Territory of course!

If there is no territory, do you have to be a dignified Holy Soul Wizard like a soul hunter, hunting demon souls everywhere and selling them for money? Hunting demon souls is time-consuming and labor-intensive, and it is not as common as people think that you can make a fortune just by killing a few holy-rank demon souls.

The value of the holy-order demon soul is high, but there is no market, and buyers are few.

And it is very dangerous. Even the Holy Soul Wizard can't guarantee that he will not capsize in the gutter. There are too many unknown things in this world.

The one that can really make money is the legendary demon soul, which is expensive and in great demand, but it takes too much time and energy. It may be possible to maintain expenses by hunting demon souls, but it is too hard, and it will also damage the noble status of the Holy Soul Wizard.

How can it be easy to collect taxes from the territory?

Not to mention, owning a territory can justifiably set up a private armed force, manage it well, and use the territory as a platform to exert greater influence.

Territories can also grant titles, buy people's hearts, and cultivate a group of loyal vassals.

In short, the benefits of the territory are too many!

Territory is as important to the Holy Soul Wizard as the kingdom of God is to the gods.

Unless you are born indifferent to fame and fortune, are not interested in cultivating power, think you can't manage your territory well, and don't want to waste your energy, you will give up the title of dukedom and territory, such as Master Oroin, Prophet Medif and Master Huo Huai.

However, hearing Ren's words behind them, the expressions of these people also changed.

They gave up the territory at the beginning, not only because of their own character, but also for other reasons, but after all, they were somewhat helpless. Giving up the territory was equivalent to giving up the construction of the floating city.

Territory is not required, but who doesn't want a floating city?

The floating city does not need many people to maintain, as long as you are alone, it is enough, and you can come and go freely, and you can hide in any plane you want. Not only will it not be a drag, but it can make itself invincible and go further on the magic road!

If you don't have to worry about managing your territory, you can have a floating city...

Thirty million gold shields!

Several holy soul wizards who have no territory and no floating city, their eyes lit up, and they made no secret of their enthusiasm for this proposal.

The Prophet Medifer was the first to break the silence, "Thirty million gold shields is too little."

He really wanted Floating City, but in terms of management and governance, he really had no talent, and he was very tired of these trivial matters, so he had to give up the title of duke and territory.

The Prophet's statement was approved.

Dean Sabra said softly: "Ren, you also know that the core of Eola alone costs 50 million gold shields, and the construction of the outer shell of the floating city requires at least 80 million gold shields, and it is normal to reach 100 million. Thirty million gold shields is not enough."

The other holy soul wizards were slightly startled when they heard the words, not because of these well-known words, but because of the person who spoke.

Dean Sabra!

He has the title of duke and territory. Listening to what he said, is he willing to give up the territory when the subsidy is increased?

"Sabra, you have to think about it." The Duke of Silver Star kindly reminded, "The money the territory can earn for you is more than 100 million gold shields."

"But how many years will it take?" Sabra smiled indifferently and said very seriously: "I just want to focus on managing Brewworth College and be my dean. I really don't have much energy to manage the duchy. possible loss."

If it wasn't for the floating city, he didn't want territory at all.

Master Oroin and Prophet Medifer both have the same idea. Ren has been observing the holy soul wizards and found that there are two others who hold the same position.

A Master Huo Huai, which is not surprising, has been in seclusion for many years.

The other person turned out to be Yofu Ma!

This is very strange.

In addition, the teacher and Oxilia, who had similar ideas, once owned territory, but Magna, Duke of Purple Flame, who gave up the territory after building the floating city, and eight of the fifteen members of the Supreme Council actually opposed the territory. Not much interest.

Eight holy soul wizards and archmages with common ideas are enough to form a majority.

Ren suddenly knew something.

He judged the situation and immediately asked: "President Sabra, how much do you think it is appropriate to increase the subsidy?"

It is a temptation to propose 30 million gold shields by myself, in fact, there is a lot of room for bargaining.

"I can't tell."

Dean Sabra looked at the others and hesitated.

Both Oroin and Huo Huai were embarrassed to speak. Oxilia didn't want to speak, but Yofu Ma wanted to speak, but because he had just entered the High Council and lacked qualifications, and because of Duke Grey Eagle's obvious opposition, he didn't dare to speak out after all.

Anse Waldos had an idea in his mind, but he had communicated with Ren, and this time it was left to Ren to lead.

Ren looked at Medifer, "Your Excellency the Prophet?"

"One hundred million gold shields!"

Medivre was ruthless, and said neatly: "Since we want to compensate, we should do it in one step, so that we don't have to find a way to raise money."

Everyone's eyelids jumped.

Including Tim Kennan and Kelston, the wizards of the Holy Spirit were stimulated by this huge wealth. The Duke of Silver Star and Queen of Storms, the two sisters' breathing became heavy and their eyes were red. Although they were reluctant to hold their territory, if they could get 100 million gold shields immediately, it was not impossible.

"No!" Ren refused without thinking, shaking his head and said, "The empire's treasury cannot support such a large expenditure."

For some reason, the Holy Soul Wizards breathed a sigh of relief.

Of course there is a bit of disappointment.

Medifer frowned and said a little unwillingly: "I remember that the revenue of the empire last year exceeded 7 billion gold shields, how could it not be able to support it? And it is not a one-time payment, and it will be paid evenly over the next 20 years. It should not be Is it difficult?"

Ren smiled helplessly.

This Lord Prophet really does not understand the economic operation of a country at all.

The consuls hold an annual report at the Imperial Council and the Supreme Council each year. The Empire's financial situation is the top priority. Didn't Medeve listen carefully?

"Your Excellency the Prophet," he could only explain patiently: "The empire has a lot of revenue, because the industrial development is increasing every year, but the empire spends more. Last year, the revenue was 7 billion gold shields, but the expenditure reached 8.2 billion gold shields. A deficit of 1.2 billion for the year."

Medifer smacked his tongue: "Why did you spend so much money?"

"The main reason is that I promote industrialization and education for all in the empire. I invest more than 2 billion gold shields every year, and it will increase year by year. This is all to develop the national strength of the empire, and it will be effective in the future." Ren didn't say much. , now is not the study of annual reports, "I will send a financial report to His Excellency the Prophet for review later."

"Okay." Medifer blushed, hearing Ren's hint that he hadn't listened to the report, "I'll take a serious look at it this time."

Wren made no further mention of financial difficulties.

Even if the national treasury can get it, he is unwilling to give it.

In the future, the entire empire will be mine, and the treasury will be my own treasury. Why should I give you so much of my money?

"One hundred million gold shields is indeed too high." Master Oroyin finally said, "It's hot to hold so much money, and I don't know how many people of the empire will scold me behind my back."

"How appropriate is the master's meaning?" Ren asked.

"Too much is not good, too little is too far, so let's make a compromise." Ou Luo Yin obviously thought about it for a long time, "Fifty million gold shields."

Just enough to make an Eola core.

After solving the core of the floating city, the shell and the rune formation will not be so difficult. You can slowly collect materials. No matter how much money the Holy Soul Wizard has, he is not poor, and he always has some wealth.

"Can."

Ren agreed without much thought, and added: "However, the 50 million gold shields will be divided into five times, and 10 million gold shields will be paid every ten years."

This spreads the spending over the next 40 years and the treasury can afford it.

In fact, with a little operation, such as issuing government bonds, the money can be paid off within a few years, and it will not cause much pressure on the financial expenditure of the empire.

But Ren didn't want to give the money so quickly.

The next 40 years will be very variable. If you delay the time, maybe the money will not be given.

The Prophet Medifer, Master Huo Huai, and Dean Sabra nodded slightly, especially Dean Sabra, who couldn't hide their excitement.

Brewworth College has a certain amount of accumulation. When he participated in the floating city auction before, he was able to provide 40 million gold shields and 10 million alchemy materials, and the treasury subsidized 50 million gold shields, which is enough to build a floating city!

The construction of the floating city originally took more than 30 years, and it was divided into multiple payments, which did not affect it at all.

"Then it's set at 50 million gold shields." Ren sorted out his thoughts and said loudly: "I will let the *** set up a 'Supreme Council Special Funding Group', which is specially responsible for your appropriation. The members of the Supreme Council will no longer be members in the future. To get the territory, there is only a false title of duke..."

"Hold on."

This time it was Renn's turn to be interrupted.

Kelston watched indifferently for a long time, and saw that he had led a major reform of the Supreme Council. Although it had no impact on himself, through this incident, Ren gained a high prestige and attracted many Holy Soul Wizards.

The most important thing is that Ren doesn't have to pay any price.

Ren already owns the territory, and the so-called "special funds of the Supreme Council" are from the empire, so he doesn't need to give a copper risso.

Even if the general situation has passed, it is unlikely to prevent the passage of this resolution, and Kelston does not want to see Ren so proud.

He said solemnly: "Consul, I agree with your proposal in principle. However, as the initiator of the proposal, you are the last Holy Soul Wizard to get the duchy territory. Isn't it a bit difficult to convince everyone? It's hard not to Makes people think about your motives.”

This guy finally jumped out.

Ren narrowed his eyes, "Do you think I made this proposal to suppress my opponent?"

"You said it yourself." Kelston spread his hands, "If the people of the empire want to think so, I can't help it."

"Ha ha……"

Ren sneered, stared at Kelston for a few seconds, but didn't speak.

The Holy Soul Wizards couldn't help but wonder if he was hit by Kelston. Before the thought came to his mind, Ren suddenly said, "If you don't raise an objection, I will also announce something."

"I am the initiator of the proposal for the fief reform of the Supreme Council, and naturally I have to set an example."

"Everyone."

Ren looked at everyone and said solemnly: "I am willing to give up the Duchy of Osian, return the territory to the empire, and reset the province of Ossian. I only retain the title of Duke of Jinhui and give up receiving the special fund of 50 million gold shields. "

"In addition, I plan to formally incorporate the Saine Plateau into the empire before the end of my term, divide it into three or four provinces, and appoint the governor of the province, which will be submitted to the Supreme Council for a vote."

As soon as these words came out, the Holy Soul Wizards were moved.

Not only do they give up territory, they don't even want money.

The Saien Plateau is currently only nominally the territory of the empire. In fact, it is Renn's personal site. Although the population is small and the land is sparsely populated, who does not know that there are many mining farms on the plateau, and the value is immeasurable.

In a few fluffy words, Renn stated that the lost wealth is in units of "billions".

"Are you crazy?"

The Duke of Silver Star screamed, she couldn't understand it at all.

The Storm Queen stared at Ren and subconsciously bit her lip, only to feel that Ren was the stupidest but most courageous man in the world at this moment.

Oroin, Howey, Medipho, and the Great Sage were all amazed.

The Duke of Ziyan also cast an incredible look at Ren; the Duke of Black Robe was still expressionless, unable to see his thoughts at all.

Ma Youfu's eyes were full of admiration.

There were still several Holy Soul wizards who believed in Kelston's words and suspected Ren's selfish motives, but now they are completely convinced.

If this is not for the sake of the development of the empire, what else can Renn have?

Ren is the greatest consul in history!

Kelston was also stunned, which was completely unexpected.

Equally transposed to oneself, that is to give up "Wurgue City" and the entire northern prairie, which is absolutely impossible. It was as if he had known Ren for the first time, and he looked at him seriously for a long time, then nodded his head to Ren in respect, and had nothing to say.

Tim Kennan let out a sigh.

The Holy Soul Wizard and the Archmage were greatly shocked. Regardless of their position, they respected Ren.

Only Anse Waldos' face was calm.

However, he couldn't stop smiling bitterly in his heart. The benefits that Ren had given up now will come back to him in the future, and he will get more!

There were five people between Renn and the teacher, and they couldn't see each other's expressions, but he could guess what the teacher was thinking at this time, so he hurriedly said: "The voting begins now, everyone, please raise your hands if you agree with my proposal. ."

After speaking, he himself raised his right hand.

Oxilia also raised their hands together.

She is the big winner of this reform of the Supreme Council. Not only can she get 50 million gold shields, but Ren also promised a Star Destroyer.

Dean Sabra raised his hand for the third time without hesitation, and immediately stated: "I am willing to give up the duchy, keep only the title of Duke of Blue Oak, and apply for special funds from the empire."

Master Oroin, Prophet Medif, and Master Howey immediately raised their hands.

"I agree."

Magna, Duke of Purple Flame, raised her hand, and her voice came from her hood: "Consul, I own a floating city, but Isrek is no longer my territory. Can I apply for this special fund?"

"Of course." Ren replied.

Magna nodded and said nothing, but everyone could feel her pleasure.

Who wouldn't be happy to get fifty million gold shields for nothing?

Then the person who raised his hand was sitting next to Duke Ziyan, Duke Tuzre of the black robe, and he said in a low voice, "I give up my claim to the land of Death Linhai and exchange this money from the Empire."

Everyone's expressions were a little weird.

Almost everyone has forgotten that the Duke of Hei Pao also has territory, but his territory is the death forest, which does not belong to the empire at all, and cannot be managed. Giving up a piece of territory that was originally worthless in exchange for 50 million gold shields was a **** profit.

Ren immediately agreed.

The Duke of Black Robe is the clone of Master Ogulevi, not to mention fifty million, even if he asks for one hundred million gold shields, he will send it himself.

Master Ogulevi will definitely not be short of money, but he has stated his position and has stated his position.

The attraction of 50 million gold shields is great!

Tim Kennan looked at Master Huo Huai who raised his hand, and his mood was a little complicated. Unexpectedly, the old wizard who had been reclusive for many years raised his hand regardless of the position of the balance faction. Fortunately, Youfu Ma has also entered the Supreme Council, so the balance faction will not only be left with a bare commander, making himself look embarrassed...

Then, he saw a slender hand raised at the end of the long bronze table.

"Yofu Ma!"

Tim Kennan couldn't help but snort.

Ma Youfu's eyes flickered, and he subconsciously wanted to put his hand down, but he immediately held it up again, and he wanted to exercise his right as an archmage.

At first, he also opposed Wren's proposal.

But after thinking about it, I found that this is very beneficial to myself.

The original plan was to select the province of "Suranye" in the west of the Duchy of Lumpis as the territory, and then merge it with the forces of the Flanis Floating City, and hand it over to the people under the teacher to manage and manage it. Territory invests time and effort.

The income of the territory naturally belongs to Flannes, and there is not much profit to share, and the construction of the floating city is far away.

Now in exchange for special funds, the 50 million gold shields belong to you!

With a smile on his face, Ren could see Yofu Ma's thoughts at a glance. The other Holy Soul wizards also came over, preparing to watch Duke Grey Eagle's jokes.

Tim Kennan's face darkened and he finally said nothing.

After Ma Youfu raised his hand, the number of affirmative votes reached nine, and the resolution had been passed, but the voting process had not yet been completed.

The great sage Congerald glanced at the opposite Anse Verdas, and felt a little strange that the old friend had not raised his hand for a long time, but he still raised his hand and said:

"I agree."

The great sage seemed to have made a major decision, announcing: "I also give up Sunset City, and follow Ren's example, I don't want 50 million gold shields, anyway, this money is not bad, it can save some expenses for the empire okay."

Congerald was a founding member of the Supreme Council, second only to Master Ogulevi.

He also holds duchy titles and territories.

It's just that people usually call him "The Great Sage" and never use the title "Duke of Huangyan". His territory is Sunset City.

Everyone was stunned, and Kelston couldn't help saying: "Great sage, please think again."

If the great sage gave up the territory, and the Duke of Black Robe gave up in front of him, then he would be the only one left in the Netherite faction to own the territory.

This is extremely detrimental to the Netherites.

Congerard shook his head decisively, not thinking of changing his mind at all. He is not short of money, even without the duchy, he still holds the "Imperial Alchemy Association", which is one of the richest forces in the empire, so there is no need to worry about the alchemist's earning power.

Ren was very surprised by the action of the great sage, and he didn't expect it at all before.

While he was admiring, he was also a little ashamed.

My own proposal this time is selfish, and the real purpose is to "cut the clan". I didn't expect that the great sage would really believe it and make such a big sacrifice.

In the future, when the great sage knows his ambitions, how will he feel?

Will he regret it?

Or do you want to fight to the death with yourself in a fit of rage?

Ren felt ashamed, but the arrow had to be on the string. At this moment, the great sage could not be aware of the clue, so he could only say righteously: "Thank the great sage for setting an example for the development of the empire, and the empire will never forget the great sage. contributors.”

"I just learned from you." Congerard smiled indifferently, making no secret of his appreciation for Ren.

"Ha ha……"

Anse Waldos suddenly laughed, and only Ren could hear the schadenfreude in the laughter.

He said, "I agree. But I'm not as rich as you, Congerald, and Wezeland needs fifty million gold shields."

Wezeland's debt crisis was well understood by everyone present.

Therefore, it is not surprising to support Anse Verdas. He is Ren's teacher and the leader of the Modus faction. It would be strange if he opposed the proposal. It was a little strange that Anse Waldos raised his hand so late, and it also put pressure on the two remaining Modus members.

The Duke of Silver Star and the Queen of Storms, they haven't raised their hands yet.

Although it does not affect the final result of the resolution, the vote is not just a personal vote, but also considers the position of the faction.

The Duke of Silver Star looked embarrassed.

If it was a few years ago, when she didn't have a floating city, she would definitely be inclined to agree, but she already has a floating city now. Although she owes Elasilan a debt, but the territory is on the right track now, and the debt will come sooner or later. Pay off, and provide a steady stream of income in the future.

Moreover, the Duchy of Longshand is the foundation of the Silver family. Except for her own being a duke, the following vassals are all her own heirs.

What will these vassals do if they give up their territories?

Some vassals also entered the Imperial Council by virtue of their noble titles and territories. Can they continue to be Imperial Councillors without their territories?

"Ren." The Duke of Silver Star asked hesitantly, "If I give up the Duchy of Longshand, what will happen to Viola's Earl of Winter Thunder Lake?"

Other holy spirit wizards are also very concerned about this issue.

Ren had a plan for a long time, and immediately replied: "The real estate of the nobles will be returned to the empire, and you will be the mayor in the same place, or be transferred to the chief executive of the same level, and retain your qualifications for two terms of imperial parliamentarians. After the two terms expire, you are still It has the right to give priority to the nomination of MP seats, which will be reserved for a hundred years."

The seat of the Imperial Council is very important, it is not only the main bargaining chip for the faction to win people's hearts, but also the best way to exert influence on the Imperial Council.

Wren promises a hundred years of nominating powers, largely without changing the factional structure of Parliament.

The Holy Soul Wizards were very satisfied with this answer.

The Duke of Silver Star nodded slightly, thought for a long time, and finally raised his hand slowly and said, "I agree. But I will not give up the Duchy of Longshand. Sorry, Ren, I have to think about those hundreds of descendants, Silvy. The Rui family cannot lose their territory."

"I can understand, ma'am."

Ren had already guessed her choice.

Seeing that the Duke of Silver Star was not angry, he breathed a sigh of relief.

The Queen of Storms immediately continued: "The Duchy of Hohaven is a vassal of the Empire, not a duchy. I am the Queen of Hohaven, not the Duke of the Empire. This proposal has nothing to do with me, but I will vote for you. "

After she finished speaking, she raised her hand.

Ren nodded: "Thank you for Her Majesty's support~www.wuxiaspot.com~ His eyes swept across the sides of the bronze long table, the fifteen members of the Supreme Council, only Tim Kennan and Kelston did not lift up. hand.

** hand, is against.

Although these two negative votes are useless and have no impact on the voting results, the stubborn hands are their last stubbornness. The two of them looked at the thirteen hands raised in front of them and looked at each other, feeling the enormous pressure. This scene seemed to herald the future pattern of the Supreme Council.

Except for the leaders of the two factions of the three major factions of the Supreme Council, everyone else is now standing in the camp of the Modu faction.

The so-called "Big Three" seems a bit ridiculous.

The Supreme Council does not have the Big Three at all, and only Ren covers the sky with one hand!

Ren stood up, and in the eyes of the holy soul wizards and archmages, he said solemnly: "I announce that the resolution is passed!" (To be continued)