Published: March 12, 2025
CHAPTER 489: The Whole Family Welcomes
"Stupid!" As soon as Smith's words fell, Lando rebuked, "Don't listen to them. They are short-sighted. With their abilities, they would have been dead a long time ago if they had been outside the Karlqi Family."
Lando paused for a moment, sighed, and said, "Little Er, remember this: as the clan leader of such a large family, sometimes you must stick to your own ideas, even if they say you're being stubborn. As long as it's beneficial for the family, you have to do it. Even if we fail, the Karlqi Family can afford to lose. What we can't afford is to do nothing and end up having the family head become just a decoration."
Upon hearing Lando's words, Smith nodded vigorously, and his eyes lit up because he realized that Lando's words seemed to be directed at him. Could it be... Smith couldn't help but think more deeply.
Lando glanced at Smith and continued, "What status does Little Hai hold now? The family head of the Budah Family, with powerful strength that can command ten ninth-level experts. Do they really think they can control someone like that? I think they're crazy. Besides, even if we really managed to control Little Hai, what benefits would that bring to our Karlqi Family? With Little Hai's strength, it would only lead to a situation where the weaker submits to the stronger, making our Karlqi Family even more unstable. Moreover, we don't need that many ninth-level experts stationed right now; what we need is a strong ally. If the Budah Family can become one of the top families on the continent, it would bring many benefits to our Karlqi Family. In such a situation, why shouldn't we fully support Little Hai and help the Budah Family avoid some detours? Not only will it give us an additional ally, but it will also leave a good impression on Little Hai, increasing his future assistance to our Karlqi Family."
Smith nodded and said, "Yes, Father, I understand. Don't worry, I know what to do. By the way, Father, do you think if Little Hai succeeds in Golden Island, it will affect us here in Tianshui City?"
Lando smiled slightly and said, "It shouldn't have any negative effects; if anything, it should be good. If he does well there, most of the goods will be obtained from pirates, which will definitely be cheap. Some merchants will buy those goods and bring them to Tianshui City to sell. The pirates here don't dare to come, but those merchants have no issues. This gives the pirates a chance to launder their money, heh. This could actually be a good thing for us here in Tianshui City."
Smith nodded and said, "Yes, Father, I understand what to do. Tomorrow, Little Hai is going to the Krook Family and also to Prince Charlie. What do you think will happen with Prince Charlie?"
Lando smiled slightly and said, "What could happen with Prince Charlie? Zhao Hai is his person; His Majesty must have known this long ago. However, His Majesty has given Zhao Hai a significant reward today, which means that Prince Charlie's power has greatly increased. Of course, Charlie is happy about it. It seems that Prince Charlie has a greater chance of taking the throne now, but it's better for us not to get involved and just maintain our family's position."
Smith nodded and said, "Okay, don't worry, I know what to do. I won't involve myself in Little Hai's matters." Lando nodded.
At this point, Zhao Hai felt there was no need to listen any longer. He was well aware that he had already gained the full support of the Karlqi Family, which was incredibly important for the Budah Family.
Zhao Hai let out a sigh and quietly sat in the living room. This operation had indeed gone very well, not only did he gain a marquess title, but he also received the full support of the Karlqi Family. Moreover, he could become an eternal ally with the Krook Family. Now, he had effectively laid out his network within the Roson Empire. Although this network was not yet fully matured, as the Budah Family gradually grew stronger, this network would become denser and more robust.