They all call me Great Master

Nobles of the East Coast not only emphasized prosperity and meticulousness but also pursued decency.

To obtain something out of mere words was a merchant's behavior, despised by all nobles.

Just like Titon.

Having been treated courteously by the Kledos Family and upon learning that it was a 'Millennial Family,' Titon's heart had already undergone tremendous change.

Especially the latter, which even made the butler harbour thoughts of reaching beyond his station.

In the face of such aspirations, the Harold Family naturally had to make a gesture.

According to the rules among the nobility of South County, seeking such patronage required at least a third of one's estate or more to establish a corresponding cooperation.

But a third of the Harold Family's estate...

That must be a joke.

Titon didn't want Lord Kledos before him to mistakenly think that the Harold Family was insulting the Kledos Family.

The Harold Family was simply too poor.

So poor that even offering the Harold Manor to the current lord was far from enough.

Indeed, the Harold Family had only the Harold Manor left.

Thus, when he spoke these words, the kneeling butler of the Harold Family did so with a trepidatious heart.

Seeing Lord Kledos frown as he sat there, the butler inwardly exclaimed—

Done for!

Lord Kledos must think this is an insult!

Immediately, the butler wanted to explain.

Perhaps this would strip the Harold Family of their last shred of dignity, but at this point, he could no longer care about so much.

But before the butler could speak,

Arthur merely raised a hand, and a huge cotton bag made of hemp and linen appeared in his hand.

The sack contained 500 gold coins, the tightened mouth of the bag causing constant friction between the coins.

And that unique friction sound of the gold coins caught the attention of the Harold Family's butler.

"Let's say I'm renting it.

20 years!

When 20 years are over, when Miss Cosette comes of age, that will be when the rental period expires!"

As Arthur said this and raised his hand, the bag of gold coins floated to the floor in front of Titon.

At that moment, the butler was dumbfounded.

The butler didn't understand Arthur's intention.

He had clearly said he would give the manor to the Kledos Family already.

So why did the lord before him say rent,

and indeed, give such a huge amount of money—while this money might be nothing for the Harold Family in its heyday, for the present Harold Family, it truly was a substantial amount.

"My lord, this is what the Harold Family should rightfully give you, you..."

The butler asked, but before he could finish, Arthur interrupted him.

"As my goddaughter, Cosette needs a competent nanny, a personal maid, a reliable guard, and in the near future, a home tutor—and all these require financial support.

We do not value money, we value honor.

But we also need money to maintain the lifestyle we deserve.

Consider this some sentiments from me, as Cosette's godfather,"

Arthur said gently.

Looking at Arthur's gentle face and sincere eyes, Titon could no longer hold back, and tears truly began to flow.

This butler had never seen someone with such a noble demeanor,

and in his heart, following the end of the Seven Years' War, nobles had long lost their former honor and decency, becoming like the rude pirates of the West Coast.

But unexpectedly, in Lord Kledos, the butler once again saw the brilliance of nobility.

'Truly a Millennial Nobility!'

Musing to himself internally, the butler bowed his head once more.

Not out of the fear as before.

But now, out of sheer, heartfelt respect and submission.

"Your compassion and mercy, I and the Harold Family will surely never forget throughout our lives."

The butler said so, kneeling down on both knees, his forehead touching the carpet.

Watching the current state of the Harold Family's butler, the corners of Arthur's mouth slightly curved upward.

Done!

He, Arthur, a gentleman.

How could he possibly seize by clever tactics?

Everything was forcefully given to him by the other party.

Moreover, he had even paid for it.

Rising to his feet, he supported the butler of the Harold Family, Arthur said with a gentle smile—

"May I see my goddaughter Cosette?

You know, when I suddenly felt a trace of Destiny's bond, I was quite curious.

Cosette must be endearing, well-provided for, intelligent, and understanding, and she must possess exceptional Talent."

Faced with such praise, a smile appeared on the butler of the Harold Family's face.

"Of course!

We can leave right now!

If we are fast enough, we can just have breakfast at Harold Manor."

The butler did not refuse Arthur's request.

Although the Harold Family had already pledged loyalty to the Kledos Family, outsiders did not know this.

Therefore, it was necessary to let everyone know this matter.

Only in this way would Harold Manor be safe.

Only in this way would Miss Cosette be safe.

"Your horse?"

Leading an old horse out from No. 2 Cork Street, this butler looked at Arthur, who was walking slowly with a cane, in surprise.

"The Kledos Family, most of the time, do not need a horse for travel."

Arthur said this.

The butler of the Harold Family was full of doubts, but he did not inquire further and instead mounted his horse—he was eager to return to Harold Manor.

On the butler's saddle, however, was a bag containing 500 gold coins.

This bag of money was enough for Cosette to reach adulthood.

And to be quite wealthy at that.

Thinking about his young lady, the butler was momentarily distracted.

When he came to his senses, the butler cursed silently.

He had actually forgotten about Lord Kledos.

The lord did not have a horse for transportation... huh?!

As he thought this, the butler turned to look back.

Then, he immediately widened his eyes.

Because—

Arthur was walking in the air.

The combination of "Hand of Void" and "Silent Successive Steps," which Arthur had been secretly practicing, had become proficient, and now it appeared as effortless as true air walking.

'Lord Kledos can fly!'

The butler of the Harold Family inwardly exclaimed.

Flying, at any time, for anyone, was a kind of soul-stirring excitement.

Especially in South County, flying held an unimaginable status—wasn't the Pirate King capable of becoming the Pirate King because, aside from his strength, he also had the 'White Crow'?

The Pirate King utilized the 'White Crow' to escape from predicaments repeatedly.

Flying put the opponent in an invincible position.

'If Lord Kledos can fly, does it not mean that Lord Kledos is also in an invincible position?'

Thinking this, the butler became excited.

He became even more convinced that leading the Harold Family to pledge allegiance to the Kledos Family was the right thing to do.

And Arthur, walking in the air, naturally attracted the attention of some individuals.

Watching Arthur walk through the air, they all widened their eyes.

Especially a particular stalker of special identity, who could not help but mutter to himself—

"When a lion grows wings, it is the time for the New King to ascend the throne!"