Simulate the heavens from Faerûn

Chapter 30 Showing Power and Conquering [Please recommend and collect]

St. Johns is the largest stronghold of the country in Newfoundland and the earliest stronghold on the North Grecian continent. It is located in the north of the Avalon Peninsula in the southeast of Newfoundland, at the center of the North Western Sea route and the center of the cod fishing ground.

In the [-]th century, it was the anchorage port for fishing boats from Bailuozhou. It is the easternmost city in North Grek Island. Since the [-]th century, the British and French have fought fiercely for the colony here.

Although it was captured and burned by the French in 1708, it has regained its prosperity after more than ten years of construction.However, it seems that it still maintains the appearance of a military fortress, with many forts, fortresses, and warships.After all, none of the surrounding neighbors are kind to each other. The monsters in the mountains, the local Indians, and the French are all eyeing...

However, St. John's is not Rey's destination. After all, for a place that has been occupied and ruled by the enemy for more than 100 years, the relationships inside are complicated and the disputes of interests are very serious. Even if Rey can This violent reconstruction was carried out, but the gains were not worth the losses. Moreover, if you wanted to control the Newfoundland fishing grounds, you would have touched too many people's cheeses. The current Rhodes family's small arms and legs could not defeat them.

The wise saying is, build the wall high, accumulate food widely, slowly become the king, do not let the wretched grow up, and finally take care of them with thunderous means.Well, the most important reason is because Rey feels that Newfoundland has little potential. There is basically nothing except a fishing ground. It is just a springboard and a place to accumulate strength...

So, what is the significance of Rey leading the fleet to block the port of St. John's in a mighty manner?Naturally, it is to declare sovereignty and tell them who is the master, lest they get in trouble!This Newfoundland island was granted to the Rhodes family in 1721, but they haven't even paid rent for three years. It's so shameless! (The noble man’s ugly face)
Whether it is to recover land rent money or to establish authority, Rey needs to go through this formality.Otherwise, these idiots will think that the Rhodes family is easy to bully. Sometimes a kind understanding will win you not gratitude but exaggeration!

Therefore, it is still very important and useful for Rey to maintain the image of a villainous noble lord.In this barbaric society, fear is more useful than respect, so there is no need to talk about gentle means to win people over. With a gun and a cannon pointed at him, he will know clearly who is his father...

The mayor of St. John's, Ayden de Jong, and the sheriff, Metaru Beloso, were a little panicked. They couldn't help wiping their sweat as they looked at the powerful battleships in front of the port.

Not long ago, a group of fishermen hurriedly fled into the port in their boats, saying that a fleet flying the flag of the Republic of China was approaching, and there were big things like third-class battleships among them.The mayor of the town, Aiden De Jong, was a little dumbfounded. It was not the Navy's refit and stationing period, so how could such a big guy come? He had never heard of such a fleet coming before.We can only hurriedly bring Sheriff Metaru Beloso to prepare to welcome them. After all, whether the fleet docks or supplies, the security team will have to maintain order later.

The mayor of the town, Eden de Jong, and the sheriff, Metaru Belloso, watched the fleet parked in front of the port without any movement for a long time. They guessed that the visitor might be evil, but they didn't know the reason. They were waiting for their fate to be judged. Advent.A small boat was lowered from the battleship, and several sailors paddled to the dock, shouting: "Are the mayor and the sheriff here? The Lord wants you to come on board to talk."

"Yes, here, Lord?~"

Mayor Eden de Jong and Sheriff Metaru Beloso responded immediately, gave their deputies some instructions and hurried to the boat.

In the captain's cabin of the Rhodes.

Rey sat behind the mahogany table and drank gin slowly, watching the two representatives cautiously board the ship and come to him.

"Mr. Mayor, Mr. Sheriff! Hello, I am Rey Lord, the eldest son of the Earl of Newfoundland! The King assigned Newfoundland to our family as a fief three years ago. This is from the Parliament and the King. , take a good look at the certificate from the House of Lords!"

Aiden De Jong and Metaru Beloso were taken aback when they heard this, and their faces were a little pale. After all, Newfoundland has become the fiefdom of the Rhodes family, so their status and power will be in jeopardy. It was left in the lord's mind to stay.They carefully picked up the documents on the table and looked at the contents and seals. There were no problems with the contents, and the seals were all genuine.

They all sat on the stool in a daze, waiting for the young Lord Rey to deal with them on behalf of the Rhodes family: usually they would be abolished or demoted to deputy, and their confidants would be promoted to replace themselves.

Rey poured the wine for the two of them, pushed the wine glass in front of them, looked at their sad faces and smiled lightly: "Don't worry, buddy! The sky has not fallen yet, although my father, Count Morais, is inclined to Abolish you guys and give your positions to his good brothers who have been through life and death, but I still choose to believe in you..."

"Lord~~" Eden De Jong and Metaru Beloso looked up after hearing this, their eyes regained their luster, with a touch of hope and pleading.Rey nodded and motioned for them to drink. They couldn't wait to pick up the wine glasses and drank them all in one gulp, then stared at Rey with pitiful eyes. "Although my father doesn't trust you very much, he still agreed at my request. However, he asked that as long as you can pass his inspection, you will continue to serve."

"What investigation? As long as the earl orders, we will do our best to complete it."

"It's very simple. The earl said that he will give you three months to raise taxes in St. John's. Look, there are so many fishing boats fishing in the territory of the Rhodes family, but no one pays taxes! This is a big problem for the Rhodes family. It has caused huge losses, as well as berthing fees at port terminals, export taxes and fees on goods..."

"Also, Newfoundland has become the territory of the Rhodes family. From now on, no one is allowed to reclaim land privately. They need to apply for and pay land fees. Those who have reclaimed land, as long as the family does not exceed 50 acres. Forget it, any excess will have to be paid for!"

"In the future, on behalf of my family, I will station 2000 troops here to ensure the safety of Newfoundland and eliminate the disobedient Indians on the island. You and other gathering places will discuss the cost of 2 a year, plus the already owed For three years of ground rent, you must pay 300 pounds per month at least after three months, and return to normal payment after three years.”

"If you can hand over the money in the third month, you will continue to serve. If you encounter problems during the period, you can ask us for help. Do you have confidence?"

When Eden De Jong and Metaru Belloso listened to the contents of the inspection, they were out of breath and clenched their fists. The count's inspection was really a bit overwhelming. He wanted to force everyone to bleed. They heard the Lord also said that the army would be stationed. After two thousand people, you will know that all these requirements are acceptable. There is nothing that two thousand troops and powerful battleships can't do on Newfoundland. If you can't defeat it, then choose to join.

The two of them thought about their situation and had no choice but to accept it.The three of them smiled at each other, and Mayor Eden de Jong and Sheriff Metaru Beloso quickly fell into their roles and responsibilities.

"Lord, will all the people on these ships be resettled in St. John's? Now..."

"No, I will lead the fleet to the northeastern corner of Newfoundland later to open up a new gathering place."

"But, Lord, I heard that there is a group of green-haired monsters hiding in the plains and jungles to the north. They are not even afraid of muskets and have destroyed more than a dozen gathering places trying to open up there. I specially asked We went to the navy to solve the problem. They all said that the problem could not be solved unless we were permanently stationed there, which resulted in a wilderness in the north. Do you want to change places..."

"Don't worry, we will solve the problem. When the development is completed, we will send someone to notify you."

"Now, the most important thing for you is to pass the inspection."

Eden De Jong and Metaru Beloso got out of the boat a little heavily. They looked at the battleship anchored in the port and breathed a deep sigh of relief. After boarding the dock, they both frowned and racked their brains thinking about what to do. Protect your throne through inspection.

After retrieving the small boat, Rey also directed the fleet to leave the port and head north. The fishermen on the dock were relieved. The pressure brought by the fleet and battleships was too great.

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