Chapter 331 It’s my pleasure

After sending Philip away, Su Chen returned to his study and began to think about the pros and cons of this request. He knew that getting involved in such a dispute might bring unforeseen consequences, but if handled properly, it might also bring new opportunities for himself and the manor.

A few days later, Su Chen decided to accept Philip's request, but he set several conditions to ensure that the arms would not be abused. First, he asked Philip to guarantee that the arms would only be used to quell the rebellion and not for other political purposes. Second, he asked Philip to give the manor certain protection and support after the transaction was completed to prevent intrusion from other forces.

Philip accepted Su Chen's conditions and the two sides reached an agreement. This transaction not only solved Philip's problem, but also brought some substantial benefits to Su Chen and the manor.

At the same time, Su Chen continued to maintain contact with other British nobles and warlords, carefully handling every request and proposal. He knew that only by maintaining a balance in this complex network of power could he ensure the safety and stability of himself and the manor.

One day, Su Chen was studying an ancient manuscript in his study when he suddenly heard hurried footsteps outside the door. Old John hurried in with a serious expression.

"Sir, there is a group of soldiers outside. They said they were ordered to protect the manor." said Old John.

Su Chen frowned and became alert. He knew that Philip's promise might have taken effect, but he had to find out the real purpose of these soldiers.

"Take me to see it." Su Chen said, following Old John out of the study.

At the gate of the manor, Su Chen saw a team of fully armed soldiers. The captain came forward and saluted: "Mr. Su, we are here to protect your manor on the orders of Sir Philip."

Su Chen nodded and signaled the soldiers to come in. But he knew in his heart that these soldiers were not only here to protect the manor, but were more likely to be tools for Philip to monitor and control him.

Back in the study, Su Chen summoned several confidants to discuss countermeasures. He knew that he had to remain vigilant and not let these soldiers take advantage of any opportunity.

"Old John, you must pay close attention to the actions of these soldiers and report to me immediately if you find anything unusual." Su Chen said.

Old John nodded: "Understood, sir."

In the following days, Su Chen continued to handle the affairs of the manor, while also secretly observing these soldiers. He found that although these soldiers seemed loyal to their duties, their actions revealed a hint of unusual tension and vigilance.

One night, when Su Chen was about to rest, he suddenly heard a commotion outside the manor. He quickly got up, put on his coat, and walked to the window, where he saw several soldiers arguing with the workers of the manor.

"What happened?" Su Chen asked, with a hint of majesty in his voice.

One worker stepped forward and said angrily: "These soldiers searched our homes for no reason. We just want to know what they are looking for."

Su Chen's heart sank, knowing that something was wrong. He walked up to the captain of the soldiers and said coldly, "Captain, what are you doing?"

The captain seemed a little uneasy: "Mr. Su, we are just following orders to ensure the safety of the manor."

"Whose orders are you following?" Su Chen asked.

The captain hesitated for a while, and finally said: "This is Sir Philip's order, we are just executing it."

Su Chen knew that he had to take action to maintain his authority and the safety of the manor. He looked at the captain coldly and said, "Tell Sir Philip that this is my manor and I don't allow anyone to search it without permission. If he has any questions, he can come to me directly."

The captain nodded in agreement and led the soldiers back. Su Chen looked at the soldiers going away, his heart full of vigilance and determination. He knew that there would be more challenges and tests waiting for him in the future, but he would stick to his position and protect his manor and people.

In the days that followed, Su Chen continued to maintain a delicate balance with various forces. He used his wisdom and strategy to gradually consolidate his position and win the respect and support of more people.

Although the road ahead is still full of unknown dangers, Su Chen understands that as long as he remains steadfast and moves forward courageously, he will be able to find his place in this complex world. For someone like Su Chen who comes from the Eastern Dragon Kingdom, he has no one to rely on in this unfamiliar Western world and really needs to build relationships with local dignitaries and forces in order to ensure his own safety and development.

During his time at Rochester Manor, Su Chen not only had to deal with daily affairs, but also had to keep an eye on his relationship with these nobles and warlords. He knew that only by using their resources and influence could he gain a foothold in this complex environment, but he also had to remain vigilant to prevent being manipulated by these forces.

One day, Su Chen received an invitation to a dinner party from a famous nobleman, Earl George Hamilton. Earl Hamilton was very powerful in the local area, and his dinner parties were always places where political and business celebrities gathered. Su Chen knew that this was a great opportunity to use this platform to meet more influential people.

"Old John, help me get ready. I have to attend Earl Hamilton's dinner tonight." Su Chen said.

Old John nodded and started to make arrangements immediately. Su Chen changed into a decent suit and looked refreshed. He took a carriage to the Earl's manor, thinking about how to show himself at the dinner and get closer to these dignitaries.

The scene of the dinner was like a gorgeous dream, with a magnificent hall, dazzling crystal chandeliers, and guests in gorgeous dresses, toasting and chatting. When Su Chen stepped into the hall, he immediately attracted the attention of many people.

"Mr. Su, welcome to my dinner." Earl Hamilton walked forward, shook Su Chen's hand warmly, with a friendly smile on his face.

"Thank you for the invitation, Count. It's my honor to attend your dinner." Su Chen responded with a smile.

The Earl guided Su Chen around the hall and introduced several important guests to him. Among them were several business tycoons and several political dignitaries. Su Chen spoke to them politely and appropriately, and quickly won their favor.

A banker named Edward praised Su Chen's knowledge and conversation: "Mr. Su, your insights are really unique. I rarely see someone as knowledgeable and talented as you."

Su Chen smiled slightly: "Thank you for the compliment, Mr. Edward. I have benefited a lot from communicating with you all."

The atmosphere of the dinner became more and more lively, and Su Chen established connections with more and more people. In every conversation, he tried his best to show his wisdom and ability, while also remaining cautious and low-key to avoid attracting unnecessary attention.