[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-system-build-my-own-territory":3,"chapter-system-build-my-own-territory-system-build-my-own-territory-chapter-269":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","System: Build My Own Territory",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},161978,317,"Chapter 269 - 170: Spear of the Empire (5K)_3","system-build-my-own-territory-chapter-269",269,"\u003Cp>The Guard Captain bowed again, \"Of course, Marquis Duca.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After speaking, the Guard Captain quickly stepped aside with four guards, clearing the path.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mark nodded slightly, walking into the castle with graceful steps.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The attendant was left outside the door.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Mark enter the castle, the Guard Captain’s heart slightly relaxed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With the corner of his eye, he glanced inside the castle and saw Mark walking in that direction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Guard Captain instantly understood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The arrogant and domineering Mark Duca had become so approachable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Inside the castle, Mark’s gaze was fixed on a tall and sturdy figure ahead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Golden locks were brushed back like a lion’s mane from the front to the nape of the neck.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His explosive muscles strained the silk robe he wore.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One could even see the contours of muscles on his arms, back, and chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Together with his nearly two-meter height, from a distance, he resembled a humanoid beast!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mark walked steadily towards the imposing man, finally stopping two meters behind him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The man’s overwhelming aura and visual pressure made Mark’s breathing somewhat labored.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment, the imposing man was conversing with another middle-aged man.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mark did not dare to interrupt at all, quietly standing behind waiting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>An attendant carrying a tray of drinks passed by, and Mark casually took a tall wine glass.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Until a few minutes later.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The conversation between the imposing man and the middle-aged man finally ceased, and the middle-aged man stepped back to leave.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mark finally spoke slowly, \"Your Highness Mitchell.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The commanding man heard Mark’s respectful address and turned to look over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was a stern and solemn face that, even without words, could instill immense pressure with just a glance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even as the youngest Marquis of the Karedi Empire, Mark’s heart sank a little.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not just because Mitchell Carolin was the eldest son of Charlemagne VI of the Karedi Empire.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But also because he had another title—Spear of the Empire!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even though the current Emperor of the Empire, Charlemagne VI, abolished this title.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mitchell Carolin’s prowess remained an unshakable presence!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No one could ignore him!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking at Mark Duca before him, Mitchell’s face broke into a smile, \"So it’s the youngest marquis of the Karedi Empire, Marquis Mark Duca.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing Mitchell’s reference to himself, Mark’s face showed a trace of embarrassment, and he quickly said, \"Your Highness Mitchell, please don’t say that, in front of you I’m nothing.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You are a lofty highness, and I... was just someone you watched grow up...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s only because my father’s health isn’t good, so the marquisate was prematurely inherited to me, his eldest son.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mitchell smiled and said, \"Marquis Duca, is it always the case that the eldest son can inherit position and status? I don’t think so.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mark was slightly taken aback.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He naturally knew that Mitchell was using his inheritance affairs to satirize the current Emperor, Charlemagne VI!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mitchell Carolin, in his early forties, was in his prime, being the eldest son of the royal family with great personal strength and governance capabilities!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Due to previous losses in the Battle of Windless Valley, the title of Spear of the Empire was directly abolished.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was even forbidden by Charlemagne VI to participate in the Imperial Secretariat!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mark hesitantly asked, \"Your Highness, do you mean...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mitchell smiled again, \"Marquis Duca, you may have misunderstood.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I meant that to inherit the position of Marquis Duca, one should naturally be like you, with prodigious talent and the status of an eldest son!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Otherwise, it’s irresponsible not only to the Ducas Clan but also to the Karedi Empire!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mark’s heart sank, nodding in agreement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mitchell shifted the topic, continuing, \"Marquis, time is nearly up, I must accompany young Yuna to walk the carpet, shall we discuss further later?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mark responded, \"Of course, Your Highness Mitchell.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mitchell smiled slightly, patted Mark on the shoulder, and then headed towards the steps inside the castle laid with a red carpet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Watching Mitchell’s burly figure ascend the stairs, ascending slowly, and finally disappearing at the second-floor corner.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only then did Mark retract his gaze, raising his wine glass and taking a big sip.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, he slightly parted his lips, exhaling a breath of alcohol, feeling much better.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mark scanned the room, finally seeing a round table not far away; he walked over, sat on a leather chair, and quietly awaited the start of the ceremony.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mark’s gaze gradually moved over the array of faces.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He found that most of those attending Yuna Carolin’s coming-of-age ceremony were young or middle-aged men.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even without guessing, Mark could understand their intent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At Yuna Carolin’s coming-of-age ceremony, they intended to introduce the younger generation of their families to Yuna for connection and acquaintance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thus aiming to establish ties with the royal family, gaining royal bloodline!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even if it were just a hint, compared to ordinary noble lords, their family status would rise sharply!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If, further recommended by Yuna with imperial blood, they could introduce the younger family members into the Imperial Secretariat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The entire family’s standing would advance further.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The current Emperor of the Empire, Charlemagne VI, was already over seventy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Despite having nearly forty to fifty concubines in the harem.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He fathered over ten daughters, but sons, only two!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The eldest son, Mitchell Carolin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The second son, Caesar Carolin!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of the Three Great Dukes, besides the absent Duke of Red Dragon, the other two, Duke Cangyu and Duke Heiyao, were already present.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This time attending Yuna Carolin’s coming-of-age ceremony was both a feast and a stance!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clearly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two of the Three Great Dukes chose to side with Mitchell Carolin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mark’s mind rapidly pondered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If Mitchell intended to use his recently come-of-age daughter, Yuna, for a marriage alliance to strengthen and solidify his standing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Undoubtedly, he would certainly choose one of the two dukes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, as a mere marquis, neither his status nor his family’s strength were anywhere near capable competitors!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>How could he seize the initiative?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Mark mused, the united chorus in the castle grew louder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The noble lords, who were conversing at the banquet, simultaneously turned their gaze towards the center steps of the castle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There, the two-meter-tall Mitchell was slowly walking down, holding the hand of a young girl with a graceful figure...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That girl was the sole progeny of the Empire’s eldest son, Mitchell Carolin—Yuna Carolin.\u003C\u002Fp>",1054,"2026-05-29T04:50:48.604Z","2026-06-01T04:29:11.989Z",1,"novelbin.me","a6ebeb291599c411c3189ef6059d9582156935f8724dec2f84061947eb9d8e12","system-build-my-own-territory-chapter-270","system-build-my-own-territory-chapter-268",979,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fsystem-build-my-own-territory-cover.jpg"]