A Dragon against the Whole World

Chapter 794: Chapter 440: Population Migration, Two Lords_3

He deeply understood that as his own reputation grew and spread, it would inevitably attract many who were eager to change their circumstances, seeking refuge or opportunities, while also bringing numerous challenges and potential enemies.

This is the result of power and order, nothing more normal.

”It is worth noting that two powerful magical creature leaders, as well as most of the intelligent creature groups coming to join us, hail from the Theo Kingdom, which neighbors our territory. Those human immigrants are mostly from the border towns or villages of the Theo Kingdom as well.”

The Iron Dragon added, ”Such a large-scale population loss cannot go unnoticed by the upper echelons of the Theo Kingdom; they certainly won’t sit idly by.”

The Red Iron Dragon responded, ”This is inevitable.”

”We have taken the wilderness regarded by the Theo Kingdom as their backyard, and they can’t swallow this. Conflicts between the two countries will only deepen, each seeing the other as a thorn in the side with no possibility of easing.”

He paused slightly and continued to instruct, ”Among those flocking human immigrants, there are mixed elements, likely including many spies and agents dispatched by the Theo Kingdom. You must remember to have Russell and his scouts intensify the screening and be sure to root out these hidden threats.”

”Meanwhile, on the border line adjoining the wilderness and Theo Kingdom, more sentry posts and fortresses need to be established.”

”Preparedness before the storm; we need to guard against the Theo Kingdom in advance.”

On the other end of the Mind Link, Solrog nodded and responded, ”Yes, I have thought of these and have already begun arrangements.”

After a brief thought, the Iron Dragon proactively shifted the topic.

”According to our agreement with the Lotheren Kingdom, the Mage advisory group and senior craftsman personnel they dispatched are gradually arriving in our country.”

”Those who have already arrived have begun planning a more efficient road network with us, imparting advanced architectural and manufacturing knowledge and skills, and started guiding the establishment of an Alchemy Industrial System.”

His voice paused slightly, and with a hint of hesitation, he said, ”They asked for nothing in return, their posture very humble, but I wonder if there is some hidden cost in this?”

Towards the Human Kingdom, Solrog always harbored a strong sense of caution.

Even with years of cooperation with Lotheren and with Gordon as a bridge between them, he could not fully trust the other party.

Galos responded unhurriedly, ”Cost? Of course there is.”

”There is no free lunch in the world, nor any unfounded, selfless generosity.”

”Lotheren’s willingness to give us these benefits is not for so-called mere investment, and it has nothing to do with Gordon.”

The Red Iron Dragon slightly raised his head, as if gazing through space toward the distant south.

He said in a deep voice, ”Leaving aside other impacts, the mere fact that we can effectively counterbalance the Theo Kingdom is enough to achieve Lotheren’s purpose, and with remarkable effect.”

The fierce war that once swept the Southern Countries has temporarily ceased, but the turbulent undercurrents and maneuvers between nations never truly vanished.

Relations between countries remain tense and delicate, constantly undergoing invisible contests.

Within such a grand context, supporting a potential Wilderness Kingdom is tantamount to gaining a powerful ally for oneself, while also effectively restraining and weakening a hostile kingdom’s energy and resources.

These strategic gains are as significant to the Lotheren Kingdom as a victory in a direct battle.

However, speaking of which, the benefits the Ola Kingdom obtains in this process are tangible as well.

Even without Lotheren’s proactive support and collaboration, due to geographic, resource, and historical issues, the Ola Kingdom and Theo Kingdom would likely still head towards opposition.

The current cooperation between the Ola Kingdom and the Lotheren Kingdom can be described as a mutually beneficial win-win.

Just as Galos was analyzing the pros and cons of the relationship with Lotheren, on the other end of the Mind Link, the mental fluctuations of the Iron Dragon Solrog suddenly stirred.

Galos sharply sensed this change and directly asked, ”What’s the matter? Is there something else?”

Solrog gathered his thoughts and then said, ”It’s about the invitation to the Messenger of Good Fortune.”

”The envoy we sent to the Lucky Goddess Sect has successfully arrived and conveyed our willingness to cooperate and a special invitation to Bishop Aliya.”

”The church responded positively, expressing their willingness to send personnel to the Ola Kingdom for detailed discussions.”

”However... they informed our envoy that almost exactly when our national founding ceremony was being held, the Messenger of Good Fortune set off for the distant Orotala Continent to carry out some important task.”

”The Church cannot determine for certain when she will complete her task and return.”

”Therefore, the Goddess of Fortune Church suggested they could instead send another senior bishop to come and discuss cooperation with us in detail.”

The Orotala Continent is located to the west of the Atlantia Continent in its entirety.

It is the domain where the Elf Empire Naoxir reigns supreme.

Similar to the Atlantia Continent, on the Orotala Continent, besides the dominant Elf Empire, there are many other kingdoms, duchies, and independent city-states established by different races, yet no complete unification has been realized.

The Red Iron Dragon’s sturdy tail flicked, stirring up some dust on the ground.

He instantly realized in his heart that this might not be a mere coincidence.

The Messenger of Good Fortune happens to be traveling to the Orotala Continent at this time, probably because her luck attribute is silently at play.