In the Name of Empress

Chapter 682 385: Suspected Minority Language

New Bodenburg in the Sky.

The name of this city is a tribute to Bodenburg, the birthplace of the Prudon Kingdom, and signifies the importance the Prudon Kingdom places on this overseas province.

The provincial officials here are not just governors, but provincial chiefs.

Not only that, but according to the military system of the Prudon Kingdom, an army is stationed here based on the strategic importance of the province, with a field army, a garrison division, and an independent brigade directly under the royal family, totaling more than 68,000 troops, led by an experienced Lieutenant General.

Even by Roland's strict standards, this army is a standard elite force.

To conquer a province guarded by such an elite force, Roland estimates it would require more than 150,000 main troops from the major Rodinia Continent nations.

Such strong military power can dominate the South Continent.

Even if only a third of the military force is used to defend Skyrim Province, it would be sufficient.

Nearly 70,000 native elites stationed here clearly shows the ambition of the Prudon Kingdom.

Upon entering Skyrim Province, Roland was even more convinced of this.

The Prudon Kingdom doesn't aim to just hold on to Skyrim Province, but rather to expand its influence while other major countries retreat from the South Continent, an unprecedented opportunity.

According to the map, Rama Town, where Roland is staying tonight, is about 170 miles from the Skyrim Province border.

But now this place is a border city of Skyrim Province.

According to Roland's observations, this place is not set up with defenses like a border city.

On the contrary, it is developed as a transportation hub and trade node.

Obviously, this is not the end point of expansion, but a forward base.

The ambition of the Prudon Kingdom is vividly reflected in this small town.

Since it's the territory of an alliance partner country, Roland didn't have to sneak into the city like a thief.

He openly presented the identity used to conceal his real identity.

This wasn't a fake identity; he even issued himself official appointment documents.

After all, being a central minister of the Empire, no one dares to oppose, and Sofia won't care.

"Viscount Dorothy of the Vladimir Empire requests a reception befitting his status."

Roland raised his head, looking down at the Garrison Captain of the small town with a hint of disdain.

The Garrison Captain only glanced roughly at Roland's noble badge without inspecting it closely.

Pretending to belong to a major country's nobility in the Rodinia Continent? The last person who did that had his entire family erased from the household register.

Pretending to another country's title results in an abstract death, while pretending to a title from the Vladimir Empire, death is almost merciful.

The demeanor and arrogance of this Viscount before him was the perfect noble template, the Garrison Captain dared not question it.

He quickly had Roland escorted to the City Hall, providing reception according to the highest standard for a Viscount.

Of course, the revered Viscount need not pay the bills himself; he only needed to sign.

Roland signed his name in exquisitely beautiful calligraphy.

He didn't even bother using a pseudonym, just changed his surname suffix.

After all, the small-town officials had no idea what he had written.

As expected, the Garrison Captain left with the bill, nodding and bowing, without the slightest suspicion.

Since the esteemed Viscount was on an official mission, the bill would naturally be settled by the Vladimir Empire.

The Garrison Captain only needed to send the bill back home, and the foreign affairs department would naturally handle it.

He truly had no time to waste on what was obviously a playboy Viscount; he had to prepare various supplies, food, and weaponry to support the arriving forces in the next couple of days.

Viscount Dorothy's stay in the top floor of the City Hall was merely a small interlude.

Rama Town continued to bustle, its pace unaffected by a certain playboy and his beautiful wife.

"That playboy's wife is really beautiful."

"Yeah, alright, enough chatter, get back to work!"

Garrison Captain Hamos harshly scolded his subordinate, suddenly finding the playboy they were talking about appear before him.

Although he felt sorry for the playboy's beautiful wife, Hamos was an official who clearly separated work from personal matters; in fact, most Prudon Kingdom officials were like this.

He quickly stood straight and saluted Roland, "Roland Sofia Dorothy Viscount, do you need anything from me? As you can see, it's a bit chaotic here."

His words were very polite, but using Roland's full name was a clear indication of distancing.

Moreover, his words subtly suggested to Roland that they were busy with serious matters, and not to bother if it wasn't important.

Roland simply smiled slightly, although he could earn respect through his strength, most of the time, people defaulted to his charming appearance.

Sylph Empress's boy toy, Jin Yuan Empress's secret lover, Sofia Empress's late-night confidant, the future Magic Empire Empress's beloved relative.

Overall, this was the default image in many people's minds.

Hamos's attitude didn't surprise him, he even considered it a compliment.

Only those without prowess would feel offended by being praised for their handsome appearance; Roland was competent and liked hearing such comments.

"Hamos Lieutenant Colonel, is it? I have a bit of personal acquaintance with your country's Duke Reinhardt. Since I'm on your nation's territory, I wouldn't mind helping resolve some troubles for the Duke."

"If needed, I have some understanding of swordsmanship, perhaps I can be of assistance."

Roland smiled slightly, inadvertently revealing his muscular arms.

Seeing Roland's display of muscles, Hamos was somewhat speechless.