Before he arrived, he specifically researched the history of the Els Clan, but the information he gathered was hard to believe.

The Els Clan, a family granted the baron title due to their merits, had their title revoked years ago due to the lack of an heir.

It wasn't until four months ago that the boy before him submitted papers to inherit the title and become a Pioneer Lord.

Perhaps the only difference is that his pioneering resources were personally gifted by Princess Firina.

But this, far from explaining the terrifying source of his power.

The fact that he could so calmly refer to Princess Firina as his friend was infinitely suggestive.

The more he thought about it, the more elusive it seemed, until his head felt like it would burst.

A flash of inspiration crossed his mind, and he suddenly thought of a possibility.

Could it be that this Lord Lear is a secret pawn placed by Princess Firina herself?

Perhaps only this explanation could account for why someone who lived in the slums before becoming a Pioneer Lord.

Could enslave a Level 15 Great Demon and command a Level 16 Flying Dragon in just a few short months!

If Her Highness were controlling everything behind the scenes, it would be understandable.

After all, she is the heir of Lorand City, the Flower of the Northern Territory.

Lear looked at the changes in his expression but didn't say much about it, instead changing the subject.

"Ackman, do you know about tomorrow's high-end trading event on Second Avenue?"

Ackman snapped back to reality, suppressing his tumultuous thoughts, and responded quickly.

"My lord, there is indeed a trading event tomorrow, organized by a relative of mine, held at the beginning of each month."

Lear showed interest.

"Oh? I need to purchase a treasure there, can I trouble you to accompany me tomorrow?"

Indeed, it is essential to build connections when mingling in Lorand City.

Developing a territory is not just about fighting and killing.

Ackman confidently replied.

"What do you need? I'll just ask my cousin... or would you like to go see today?"

"Can we see it today?"

"Naturally, the trading event is organized every month, but it opens on the 3rd... some big figures who don't have the time or don't want to squeeze with others would go a few days in advance to choose and look around."

Lear understood now.

Privileges are indeed everywhere.

"Then I shall trouble Lord Ackman to lead the way; that item is very important to me."

Ackman nodded gladly.

"It's a small matter... may I invite you to ride with me?"

"It would be a great honor."

After a brief exchange of pleasantries, Ackman took the initiative to open the carriage door for Lear.

Blando, feeling cheerful, rode with his subordinate in the carriage at the back.

The group headed straight for Second Avenue.

Inside the carriage, Ackman sat instinctively straighter, puffing out his chest as he faced the increasingly imposing young man in front of him.

Every time he saw Lear, he felt like he was seeing his father, equally serious and exuding a heavy pressure.

A natural instinct of awe and fear would arise from within.

He began to engage him cautiously in conversation.

Lear didn't put on airs, answering every question, quickly closing the distance between them.

The Marquis Clan also represents a top-level connection.

While it cannot compare to Firina, the Flower of the Northern Territory, it also stands at the top of the pyramid in Lorand City.

The vast Northern Territory has only dozens of marquises, most of whom are concentrated in this city.

After chatting for about an hour and getting familiar with Lear's temperament and attitude, Ackman relaxed significantly.

But his inner respect for him deepened, even if supported by Princess Firina, this Lord Lear was by no means ordinary.

His vision, knowledge, and perspective are the most outstanding among his peers that Ackman had seen.

He could pinpoint the core of many complex matters with just a few words... truly a person who has seen the world.

It completely contradicted the intelligence that described him as living in the slums.

He himself was far from comparable.

Lear hadn't expected that casual chats would lead Ackman to think so much; the spread of knowledge on Earth is too convenient, and everyone has a wealth of reserves, with viewing methods mostly sharp and profound.

He then seemed to think of something and gestured towards the rhino symbol inside the carriage.

"There is a Rhino Commerce Association near the White Crow Commerce Association, their symbol is quite similar to yours..."

Before he could finish, Ackman chuckled.

"That's a commerce association secretly developed by a cousin of mine; it was because of that name that it caught his eye back then."

"Count Henry?"

"That's right, you've heard of them too? They reside in the Fifth District, I'll bring him to visit you sometime."

He had already decided inwardly that since it was a force cultivated by Her Highness in secret, it was imperative to forge good relations.

Only someone of his direct lineage knew the extent of the exaggerated energy that the Eldest Princess of Lorand City possessed.

That Rhino Commerce Association was related to Ackman?

Lear smiled, the intricacies among the nobility are truly complex.

An hour and a half later, the carriage slowly came to a halt in front of a seven-story building.

The central building here towers over 50 meters high.

The pointed spire seems like a sharp blade piercing the sky!

The crystal glass windows outside reflected the sparkling sunlight, and the reliefs were mostly of flowers, trees, and greenery, with no depiction of heroes or divine spirits.

This building spans over 300 meters in diameter, more like a conglomeration of structures than a single building.

The group alighted, and Ackman led the way in front.

"My lord, let us enter together... Wenna should be present today."

"Please, come inside..."

This massive architectural complex appeared rather deserted outside with no sign of people, but once inside, another world unfolded.

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