Chapter 242: The Battle of Fort Bidou 1

Chapter 242: The Battle of Fort Bidou 1

TL: Etude

When Bryce and Joyce entered the conference room, Derrick rose to welcome them and invited them to sit beside him.

More than one person frowned at this, as neither of the two was a noble or a knight. Allowing them to sit among them seemed to diminish their own status.

Many thought that they should have remained standing upon entering.

What infuriated people even more was that these two showed no humility and just sat down as if it was their right.

Really, did they not know their place? How had Grayman taught them?

Price Parker, however, didnt mind at all. Clearing his throat, he said:

Ladies and gentlemen! The last of our reinforcements has arrived. Lets discuss how to deal with the Kent family!

Just then, Viscount Johnston spoke up with a frown, Count, shouldnt we set some rules first? Situations like todays are not beneficial for anyone.

As soon as the Viscount finished, a chorus of agreement followed. The assembly wasnt just made up of Counts, but also of lower lords like Viscounts and Barons.

Before Count Parker could respond, Derrick Heller, his face flushed with embarrassment, stood up.

Ladies and gentlemen, it was my rashness that led to todays chaotic battle. I sincerely apologize to all of you!

Thats good that you realize this, Count Parker said, stroking his beard calmly.

Derrick, our alliance is a collective. You must consult with us and gain the majoritys support before taking any action.

Yes, Uncle Parker, I will firmly remember your words.

Seeing Derricks concession, Price Parker was relieved. He feared the young mans arrogance might create an uncontrollable situation. The Heller familys strength was indispensable in opposing Marltz Kent, and while internally critical of Derricks unilateral actions, he didnt want to provoke a rebellious response. He had intended to avoid this topic during the meeting and discuss it privately afterwards. However, someone had brought it up, and fortunately, Derrick admitted his mistake, which was more than ideal.

Count Parker then shifted the topic: So, how did you break through the encirclement?

Derrick replied, Speaking of that, we owe our thanks to the newly arrived Alda troops! They drove back the Kents pursuers.

This statement stunned the attendees. When Derrick returned, he had a group of over a hundred knights. Surely the Kents pursuers would have outnumbered them? And the pursuers that even the Heller knights couldnt withstand were repelled by the Aldans?

Derrick stood, first bowing to Bryce and Joyce, who were somewhat flustered and quickly stood up as well. A high-ranking noble bowing to them was beyond their wildest imaginations.

To reduce the threat of others acquiring firearms, control over the gunpowder formula was crucial. A firearm without gunpowder was just scrap metal. An ancient weapon known as hellfire was lost to history precisely because its formula was kept too secret

The consensus in Lakeheart Town regarding the sale of firearms was to establish absolute military superiority in the Northwest Bay and then choose an appropriate time to sell firearms. However, this appropriate time kept being delayed.

But before the right time came, they could whet the appetite of potential customers.

Derrick, frustrated at not being able to purchase, eagerly asked, Then may I personally try the fire crossbow?

Of course, Lord Heller, you can use this shorter one. Actually, we call them firearms, and that big fellow over there is called a cannon, Bryce generously offered, handing over his loaded pistol.

Ha! Thank you.

Derrick excitedly took the firearm, looking like a child with a new toy.

Oh! Be very careful, dont point it at our own people, Bryce cautioned.

Hearing this, the crowd gasped and quickly spread out, suddenly remembering the lethal nature of the object in Hellers hand.

Dont worry, dont worry!

Following Bryces instructions, Derrick aimed the pistol at the human-shaped target and pulled the trigger.

Bang!

The gunshot echoed, and the target splintered into wooden shards.

This is it! This is the feeling!

Derricks face lit up with joy as he felt a tingling sensation in his hand, lovingly caressing the pistol.

I want to try too!

Let me try first!

The crowd surged forward, eagerly requesting their turn.

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