They don't want me to work harder

He acted very kindly, held up the wine glass and said: "You and your father are exactly the same... You left a very deep impression on me, no worse than Luvia back then, and you defeated the weak. Stronger, even more rare than Luvia’s original strength.”

"Your Majesty is wrong."

"Ha, there is no need for this, our champion should hold his chest proudly..."

Although his body was not in good shape to the naked eye, Norton I still made a relatively perfect appearance at the banquet, receiving all the winning contestants as a benevolent and noble emperor.

Everyone also showed their gratitude, especially those who came from poor or border areas, and they really shed tears.

But soon, Norton I left the banquet hall on the grounds of other state affairs.Another hour later, a guard came to Richard and said that the emperor wanted to summon him.

Richard thought: This should be asking for wishes, right?

I originally thought I was going to say it in public...but when I thought about it carefully, it was normal.

After all, what if that wish is very private?Or will it embarrass the emperor?It would be too shameful for the emperor and the players to bargain in public.

So, following the guards, Richard walked out of the banquet hall, passed through the same unspeakably luxurious corridor, and came to a small garden.

King Norton I was sitting on a lounge chair, watching the fountain. In addition to the guards, he was accompanied by two aristocratic ministers whom Richard had just met. He remembered that one of them was called Marquis Maridor, who seemed to be Lauren's friend.

Seeing Richard coming, Norton I smiled and asked: "Do you feel that you are separated from your peers at the banquet?"

Is this small talk?

There is something in the words...

The other party is theoretically the most powerful person in mankind. No matter how much he looks like the old man next door, Richard still answers very cautiously: "It is true that some people reject me, but most people are very friendly... Being able to become friends with these imperial elites, it's my honour."

"That's good. I look forward to your future development in the empire."

I don’t know if Lauren was the one behind the scenes, but Norton I seemed to think that Richard would join the empire’s system after graduation.

However, this is indeed the choice of many nobles from small countries who are vassal to the empire, especially when they graduate from Saint Goethe - Richard will not take the initiative to deny it.

"You must have been waiting for a long time, right? So tell me, young man, what is your wish?"

It feels like being asked about your dream on The Voice of China...

Richard pursed his lips slightly, and then said in a deep voice: "Your Majesty, I hope that the empire can return all the gold objects taken away from Guamala."

Norton I raised his eyebrows slightly, very surprised, and obviously did not remember what Guamala's goldware was.

After Marquis Marido explained something in a low voice, he suddenly understood and looked at Richard with a half-smile.

"This shouldn't be your wish, right?"

Have no idea.

Money, officialdom, etc., I'm not interested in.What I really want, either I can't tell you at all, or you can't do it even if I tell you, it's more reliable to win it with my own hands.

In this case, I might as well use this wish to do something good for my friends and the people in Guamala who are suffering the same as in my hometown.

So Richard said seriously: "It wasn't at first, but it is now."

"Okay, no problem." Norton I nodded simply, and then asked: "Then don't you want to do something for your hometown?"

"That……"

Seeing that Norton I was unexpectedly easy to talk to, Richard tentatively asked, "Can your Majesty allow me to have a duel with Duke Robert Dulles?"

Norton I was stunned and laughed out loud.

"I really want to see Sir Dulles's expression after hearing this wish... But I can't agree to it. Sir Dulles is the pillar of the country, and I can't use personal power to abolish public service."

Knew it.

"In that case..."

Richard was not frustrated, but put on a respectful face and said:

"Your Majesty, I have been in Idaril for more than half a year. To be honest, the magnificent buildings and the mighty army here have not shocked me. On the contrary, what really surprised me is the politics and law here."

"Oh?"

Norton I narrowed his eyes slightly, using a different look from before, waiting for Richard's next words.

"For example, patent laws and copyright protection laws, such as support for the expansion of universities, such as the protection of the rights and interests of soldiers during their service and after retirement... It is these that allow the empire to remain just and progressive after 700 years of establishment, and not to be Power corrodes temptation, and we follow the same path of rapid rise and fall of previous dynasties..."

...This is of course Richard's flattery.

But whether he should say it or not, he wasn't completely lying.

Although he could easily list the shortcomings of the empire, as the strongest human country in the world, or simply put, the strongest country in the entire race, its advantages are also real. Many of the systems of modern society in previous generations are still in existence. It's already taking shape here.

It’s just that these benefits will not cover those who are exploited by them...

But it is still stronger than Fandan in the south.

After saying these words, Norton I's wrinkled face showed a little bit of pride.

Well, if Richard remembered correctly, many of the above laws were actually promulgated during the reign of Norton I.

It can be seen that when His Majesty the Emperor was young, he could at least be said to be the master of ZTE who was determined to reform.

Seeing that the top hat was almost worn, Richard changed the subject:

"The times are progressing and the country is developing. I believe that the future of Holy Laurent will be brighter than today. Because of this, I also believe that when the glory of the empire shines over, even in the land of Connaught, the influence of multinational companies will Illegal behavior will also disappear..."

"Hahaha, Malido, look, this kid's purpose is here..."

After joking with his ministers, Norton I said to Richard: "Since I have been praised, I will also agree to your request. I will issue decrees to regulate the behavior of overseas companies... But that's all. "

In other words, is it just an initiative?

But as a tiger skin, it was enough. Richard didn't expect a holiday wish to compete with the standard fruit and the Dulles family.

Moreover, if Norton I really sends someone to investigate, or to review the accounts and taxes of overseas companies, he may not be able to find out what caused the ship to crash and the airship to crash...

"Thank you Your Majesty!"

Next, Norton I asked about some of Richard's experiences and knowledge.

This was akin to commonplace chatter. Richard answered each question humorously and mixed in the novel ideas of modern people, which made His Majesty the Emperor quite amused.

When it was almost time, or when Norton I was a little tired, Marquis Maridor led Richard out of the garden and into a nearby room.

"Don't worry, your Majesty, your wish will be fulfilled soon."

After Marido finished speaking, he smiled at Richard.

Richard guessed that this person probably said good things to him for Lauren's sake?

He quietly took out a small gift bag from his arms and handed it over.

Mariduo raised his eyebrows: "We don't need these here..."

"It's not money, it's dragon scales. Thank you for explaining Guamala's affairs to His Majesty."

Richard stroked the gift bag, revealing its inner corners.

Dahei had scraped these off during his previous fight with Luvia. He picked out a few that looked good and kept them with him for later use.

Compared to gold coins, this one is much more powerful.

As expected, Marido did not hesitate anymore, took the dragon scales, and then whispered: "Your Majesty is quite satisfied with you, don't worry about anything else, someone will take you out of the palace in a moment."

"Thank you..."

Half an hour later, Richard left the palace.

But his trip was not over yet tonight. After waiting for a while at the previous hotel, he met Catherine and Sophia, as well as several reporters who came to interview.

Oh, and the long-lost Clerk and Ambassador of Connaught.

All in all, another hour or so of chores.

The only thing that comforted Richard was that the clerk brought news that Teacher Megan had been released from prison and returned to Connaught.

Sir Lauren has an excuse!

After the interview and photography ended, the three members of the team were finally alone again in the hotel reception room.

Sofia teased: "You look like you had another fight with William."

Richard shrugged: "I really don't like this kind of activities. I feel very tired. By the way... may I ask, do you have any wishes?"

"I want a fiefdom in the north." Sophia answered simply.

Catherine said: "I have obtained the right to develop and operate a route from Divine Grace Island to the High Elf Kingdom..."

Richard also expressed his wish, and before the two girls could curiously ask why, he suddenly said:

"I want to publish a newspaper."

"what?"

The sudden change of topic caught Catherine off guard, while Sophia's pupils shrank.

Of course Richard wasn't talking nonsense.

After the first two simulations, he wanted to start a new era newspaper in reality. However, unlike the simulation, he did not intend to take full control of everything and only provide initial strategy and guidance.

And this requires someone from the empire to take care of it.

Then Catherine and Sophia, and Lauren behind the scenes, would be a perfect fit.

In addition, after hearing that Sophia had a fiefdom, Richard also planned to test the other party's position.

Veronica and Alice are both die-hard anti-imperial allies. Although Luvia is from the empire, she is upright and close to conservatives. She is also willing to sacrifice her life to safeguard her beliefs, so she is also an ally.

Therefore, even if they also have simulations, Richard will not be particularly worried.

But Sophia, judging from the current situation, it is difficult to judge her position.

Since the other party was very aware of the future potential of his newspaper, Richard fortunately took the initiative to bring this up to see if she would join the team, and then observe what she would do after joining the team.

Catherine tilted her head: "It's not impossible to run a newspaper, and I'm willing to support it, but why did you suddenly think of this..."

"I'll join!" Sofia's reaction was very positive: "Richard's ideas are always novel and effective. If you want to start a newspaper, why not start from my new fiefdom!"

All you need is your words!

Richard had an idea...

Starting a newspaper is not a big deal, but it cannot be accomplished overnight. After confirming that they wanted to cooperate, Richard only discussed the general direction with his two teammates and said goodbye.

The official activities of the Easter Competition have come to an end.