Apart from the Warren Chamber of Commerce, other merchants also came to join in the action. The number of war horses to be auctioned off increased from the original three thousand to four thousand three hundred.

Although the number has seemingly increased, the situation of supply not meeting demand has not changed.

Hudson wasn't certain how many war horses the other forces wanted to purchase.

But as for himself, the more the merrier. Even if he bought all these thousands of war horses, it would be a consideration.

Although it seems like a huge quantity, in reality, the many branches of the Koslow family would share in it, as there's also a demand from the numerous smaller figures in the county.

Small nobles don't need to build a professional cavalry, but a small number of scout horses are a must.

For their own safety, arming a few trustworthy cavalry guards who would charge into the enemy lines with them is necessary.

At first glance, one family getting ten or eight war horses may not seem like much, but when nearly two hundred noble families divide the number collectively, the figure very quickly inflates.

Going head-to-head will only drive prices skyward. How could a clever noble allow himself to be manipulated by the merchants?

Before the auction began, a group of powerhouses had already agreed on who the war horses would belong to. The auction might still be necessary for appearances, but the prices must be within everyone's control.

In fact, this was even considering the ensuing impact. Otherwise, instead of discussing how to buy right now, they would be directly snatching.

Being an influential figure in the Southeastern Province, Hudson was lucky to have a private booth, so he didn't have to squeeze into the hall.

"Honored Viscount Hudson, there's a beautiful lady outside who claims to be a close friend and has come to have a chat with you, what do you think?"

The maid's gentle voice brought the familiar auctioneer procedures to Hudson's attention.

"A close friend", in other words, a lover. But since when did he ever have lovers? It was an outright slander.

"You may leave, I will talk to Viscount Hudson alone!"

Even before Hudson could respond, a voice sounded from outside. The guards who were supposed to stop her had already cleared the way.

The maids waiting on the sides quickly disappeared as well. From their proficiency, it was clear they've come across similar scenarios plenty of times before.

Hudson's gaze coldly brushed past the flirtatious Isabel. He had made up his mind to teach this woman a lesson.

If it had been a different occasion, he wouldn't have minded the sneaky visit of another lover.

But to pull such a stunt during an auction, doesn't she know that his father-in-law is also attending this auction?

Although an engagement has been set, no one would back out over such a small matter, but it might still make people older uncomfortable.

He didn't rush to turn hostile yet, because there were a few more chests in the room. By using his sharp sense, Hudson knew that the chests were filled with Magic Crystals and Demon Cores.

"The contract is here, let those behind you sign it!"

While he was speaking, a sheepskin scroll flew from Hudson's hand. It was the previously prepared contract document.

Creating this document had given him a lot of trouble. In the end, he was only able to complete the contract sketch with the help of the Mysterious Compass.

As for how effective it was, that could only be proven by testing it. At the very least, it seemed more compelling than typical magic contracts, looking like a high-class item.

On occasions like these, the "guards" clearly weren't suitable to stay for long. After several strongmen signed the contract, only Hudson and Isabel remained.

Faintly, Hudson felt he was being observed, and the bear cub on his shoulder stretched out its claws cooperatively.

"We're being watched!"

Having realized this, Hudson made no pretense, pulling Isabel into his arms as though they were old lovers having an intimate moment.

In this instant, the Magic Crystals and Demon Cores in the chest disappeared without a trace.

With a 'whoosh', a Memory Stone was also handed over to Belsden. At the same moment, the sealed Blood Moon Horn was stealthily sent away.

Several "guards" who got the items, used the excuse of needing the toilet and asked the direction from the maid outside before leaving the scene.

Around the same time, people with the same appearance as the previous guards replaced the positions and guarded outside the box.

They moved so swiftly that had Hudson not instructed Belsden to pay attention, he wouldn't have noticed the change in guard outside.

"Sir, can you let me go now?"

Isabel, with a blush on her face, asked softly.

Hudson's hands had been naughty just now, which had agitated her. Even though she was very angry, she dared not vent her rage.

The moment the contract was agreed upon, she had been abandoned by the Mysterious organization. If they didn't need her to attract attention here and cover the free flow of transactions, she might already be dead.

"Let you go, when I'm holding my lover, why would I let you go?"

Some people see themselves as lovers; should they regret it now and believe I'm easy to bully!"

As he spoke, Hudson's hand came slapping down.

This scene caused the two old men observing from opposite the building to feel rather awkward. Peeping at people's flirting wasn't something of their standing.

"Yuri, are you sure that the fellows on the other side conspired with the Clergy and Orcs in a treason plot, not a young couple's flirtation?"

Everyone has been young before, making small mistakes is no big deal. Is there any capable noble who doesn't have some romantic stories?

If this kind of stuff is unearthed, both the Koslow and Hollis families' faces will be tarnished, and it does not adhere to the rules.

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