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It must be said that the swordsmanship of the Imperial Academy's students, their grasp of timing, and even some of their moves are truly impressive.

Their advanced swordsmanship is far superior to that of the students at Alan Academy.

After all, they are nobles of the Empire, and they have enjoyed excellent resources since childhood.

From a young age, they have been able to access advanced swordsmanship, and their understanding and control of swordsmanship far surpasses that of the students of the Alan Duchy.

Once they become cautious, even if the students of the Alan Duchy have a higher level, it is difficult for them to gain an overwhelming advantage.

After all, the other side possesses magical weapons and magic devices.

These are treasures that can greatly reduce the gap in strength.

"How is it? Marquis Harry, aren't my students quite good?"

Alan and Harry walked together, and Harry smiled slightly: "Of course, your students are all top-notch talents, and they are among the best even within the Imperial Academy."

"On the contrary, my students seem to be good-for-nothings, arrogant and rude one by one."

Harry said with a hint of apology.

Alan chuckled: "Well then, since we have already exchanged pleasantries, I think we can get straight to the point."

"Marquis Harry, what brings you here to me?"

Alan didn't have much preparation in his heart for the arrival of an Imperial Marquis.

"Hahaha, Grand Duke Alan, you don't need to mind me, I do have a purpose for coming this time."

Marquis Harry also laughed, he didn't hide his thoughts at all, and directly admitted that he had a purpose.

"Currently, there are two purposes."

Marquis Harry held up two fingers, a smile flashing in his eyes.

"First, it's the mental elixir developed by your apothecaries, I am very interested in it, this is a potion that completely surpasses Chris's Sweet Dream, the value it possesses is very important to the Empire."

Harry said slowly and methodically.

Alan nodded upon hearing this, he had already thought of this reason in his heart, so he was not surprised by it.

When the 'Final Gift' elixir was released, he had already thought that such a day would come.

"So it's about this matter, regarding the 'Final Gift,' I think Marquis Harry should also understand that this elixir is our duchy's signature product. If you are only here to purchase the elixir, then I am happy to sell it to you. But if you want the elixir formula or the apothecaries, then I am sorry, I think you will be disappointed."

Alan said calmly.

Marquis Harry raised his eyebrows slightly: "Grand Duke Alan, won't you reconsider? Why must you, with a mere duchy, oppose the Empire?"

"No need to consider."

Alan shook his head: "Although I am only the monarch of a duchy, I am still a monarch after all."

"Hahaha, I understand, I understand."

Marquis Harry smiled slightly, he was not angry because of Alan's tough attitude.

Indeed, his purpose was to obtain the elixir formula.

Because this elixir has considerable use for the Empire.

The Empire is of course very interested in this.

Even his goal is to poach an apothecary who can make the 'Final Gift'.

But this matter is insignificant compared to the second matter he is about to talk about.

"Grand Duke Alan, I have no malice, but I need to tell you that your duchy is affiliated with the Norton Kingdom, and the Norton Kingdom is affiliated with the Radiant Empire."

"Even if I can't get it, more and more imperial nobles will reach out to you."

"Those guys in the Empire may not be good at anything else, but they are very good at exerting pressure."

"Don't think that Miss Chris of the Norton Kingdom didn't hand over the formula, and think that the Norton Kingdom can contend with the Empire, that's not the case."

Harry's expression became serious.

"In fact, although the Norton Kingdom has retained Chris, it has not kept the elixir formula, and the Empire requires Chris to enter the Imperial Academy to study."

"Miss Chris, who has entered the Imperial Academy, those nobles have plenty of time to completely take her down, it's just a matter of time. The Norton Kingdom is like this, do you think you have the strength to resist?"

Harry's words made Alan frown slightly. Indeed, Chris's matter surprised Alan somewhat, but he didn't care, after all, his top strength was only stronger than the Norton Kingdom.

It's just that Alan himself is unwilling to show it now.

This does not mean that he is weaker than the Norton Kingdom.

Before he could refute, he heard Marquis Harry continue to say.

"But you don't need to worry, I have a second matter for coming this time. If we can reach cooperation on the second matter, then we don't have to react to those guys in the Empire putting pressure on you."

Harry showed a gentle smile, his tone filled with strong confidence..

Chapter 376 Rare Imperial Noble Status, Opportunity to Become an Imperial Noble

Harry's confidence made Alan raise his eyebrows slightly. Alan realized that he seemed to be a little too cautious, or rather, this Harry didn't seem as threatening as he thought.

Not only that, but from the process of letting the students of both sides communicate just now, Alan discovered that this teacher from the Imperial Academy did not seem to have the high and mighty feeling of an imperial nobleman.

Nothing happened because his students failed and became angry.

"What do you want to say?"

This marquis from the Empire obviously has ulterior motives.

Saying that he came for the mental secret medicine is actually not the case.

"Hehe, then I won't beat around the bush."

Harry and Alan walked to a quiet lake.

There are specially built marble tables and chairs here.

"I am from the Empire."

Harry said seriously: "I am one of the twelve King Dukes under the Empire, a follower of the Purgatory King Duke. I came to the Alan Duchy this time because His Highness is very interested in you."

"The second thing I want to say is actually very simple, I just want to ask, are you willing to be loyal to His Highness? If you are willing, I can guarantee that within half a year, you will have a territory in the Empire that is no smaller than the Alan Duchy."

"There, you are still a Grand Duke, you can take your people with you, the King Duke will not interfere with your life."

"The King Duke only hopes that you can provide him with a portion of the mental secret medicine. At the same time, if you have good talent, the King Duke will give you enough resources to help you cultivate."

"You see, isn't this very easy?"

Harry said calmly, his expression calm, his eyes full of confidence.

He felt that the conditions he gave were very superior, and no Grand Duke of a small country could refuse.

You must know that there are many dragon knights on the continent, but there are really few who can enter the eyes of the King Duke.

As one of the twelve pillars of the Empire, the King Duke represents the highest combat power of the Empire, which is the legendary strength.

And if you want to become an imperial nobleman, of course you need to be valued by the powerful people of the Empire. The territory of the Empire is vast beyond the imagination of ordinary people.

But the nobles have already controlled and divided the territory and resources almost completely.

How could they easily incorporate people from outside the Empire into the Empire?

The entry of a nobleman must symbolize the weakening of the interests of some people in the Empire.

So it is almost impossible to enter the Empire and become an imperial nobleman.

This is why the kingdoms and duchies were born.

And precisely because of the wealth of status, status and resources of the imperial nobles, Harry felt that what he gave was an irresistible condition.

And it's just to serve the King Duke.

There are plenty of people in the Empire who want to serve the King Duke.

Not to mention a small duchy?

Alan was also stunned when he heard this.

He really didn't expect that the news brought by the first imperial nobleman would be such good news...

Amazing good news.

Become an imperial nobleman.

This is probably the dream of many great nobles.

After all, the deformed rules of this world determine that the closer you are to the center of the continent, the more resources you get.

Becoming an imperial nobleman has many benefits.

This is a recognized fact.

But if the nobles of the duchy and kingdom want to enter the Empire, they must be recognized by the Empire.

This is very difficult. It is said that an imperial certificate is required. Only the real high-level officials of the Empire are qualified to handle this certificate.

"Let me be an imperial nobleman? Serve the King Duke.?"

Alan's expression was neither excited nor disappointed.

It is impossible to be excited, after all, although his innate conditions here are indeed not as good as the Empire, it does not mean that the Alan Duchy will not be as good as the Empire in the future.

Of course, he also felt a little comfortable in his heart, at least the person who came this time was much better than he imagined.

"Yes, Grand Duke Alan, I have already seen your strength. If I'm not mistaken, you should be a dual identity of Dragon Knight and Saint Domain Archmage, right?"

Harry said with a smile: "With your talent, you are enough to become an outstanding pillar of the Empire. You can also rest assured that you will have great freedom under the King Duke."

Alan smiled when he heard this, he could feel the goodwill of this imperial marquis.

"Sounds good, but I think it's impossible for good things to fall from the sky. The conditions you mentioned are indeed very generous, but I want to know more, what do I need to pay?"

Alan's expression was calm, he knew very well that the conditions given by the Purgatory King Duke had far exceeded his value.

The continent is so big, Alan doesn't believe that he is the only genius.

There is no need for an imperial King Duke to pay so much for himself.

This is obviously not worth it.

"Hahaha, you are indeed a strong man who sees everything clearly."

Harry glanced at Alan, then said with a smile: "In fact, the King Duke lacks some manpower."

"It should be said that there is a great lack of manpower."

Harry sighed: "As for why there is a lack of manpower, I can't tell you this for the time being, this is an imperial secret."

"But what I can tell you is that the King Duke is one of the twelve pillars of the Empire, sitting in one place, possessing great power, but also has a very important mission. The conditions given to you are generous because you need to fulfill some obligations after joining."

"As for the specific requirements, it is not convenient to say, but what I can tell you is that you will face many dangers, but you will also have many opportunities, opportunities to become stronger."