Chapter 646: The most important thing about a no-cost business is: no cost!

Caelingen territory, Widow's Watch Castle,

An outpost standing on a mountain peak, used to observe the sea.

Although it was known as a castle, it was basically used as a watchtower.

Although Zhang Cheng knew not many people would attack the North from here, he still had to put on a show; after all, they might not attack him, but he could spread his claws across the sea from here!

Before the harbor, beside the docked clipper ship, the slaves were washing away bloodstains.

Looking at the hardworking barbarians, Zhang Cheng turned his head: "Have the new rules been announced?"

"They have already been passed down, My Lord Earl; the slaves are very happy about the fact that they can gain freedom after working for five years!"

Looking at Zhang Cheng, the attendant who stepped forward smiled.

"Very good, as long as they aren't particularly stubborn fellows, they can be forgiven; after all, these are important assets of the Caelingen family!"

Speaking to the attendant beside him, Zhang Cheng patted his shoulder and walked forward step by step.

And just as Zhang Cheng was preparing to return to Eagle Castle, he saw the banner of the Bolton family appear.

Looking at this scene, Zhang Cheng could not help but feel a headache, because the debt collectors were here again.

However, Zhang Cheng still opened his arms with a full smile: "Oh, Roose, my friend, long time no see!"

Looking at Zhang Cheng's appearance, Roose Bolton's face showed a helpless expression: "Luo Sai, I really don't want to see you, but have you forgotten what you borrowed from the Bolton family back then?"

"Oh, did such a thing happen?"

Looking at Roose Bolton in surprise, Zhang Cheng smiled and inquired.

"You shouldn't make such jokes, Luo Sai; the Bolton family values reputation very much!"

Looking at Zhang Cheng seriously, Roose Bolton became solemn.

And looking at Roose Bolton's appearance, Zhang Cheng stared at him.

As the atmosphere gradually became solemn, Laifu walked out slowly, its huge body immediately bringing immense pressure.

Grinning hideously, Laifu stared at Roose Bolton, as if it would tear him to shreds in the next second.

Looking at Laifu nervously, Roose Bolton also could not help but place his hand on his waist.

And just then, Zhang Cheng laughed loudly: "Hahaha, buddy, you're too nervous; did I say I wouldn't pay back the money? But can we use other ways to repay? For example, these slaves..."

Pointing to the sailors he had snatched back from the ship, Zhang Cheng opened his mouth while holding Roose Bolton's shoulder.

"No, that's impossible; these guys aren't worth much!"

Looking at Zhang Cheng seriously, Roose Bolton did not want to be scolded after returning.

But facing Roose Bolton's words, Zhang Cheng said: "Don't be so stubborn, okay? I'm paying back the money, not based on what you want, but based on what I have; don't tell me you want my life?"

Looking at Zhang Cheng in shock, Roose Bolton could not help but say: "But ten thousand gold dragons, when do you need to finish repaying?"

"Are you questioning the reputation of Caelingen?"

Looking at Roose Bolton seriously, Zhang Cheng walked forward: "Besides using slaves to pay off the debt, I can even give you many implements. Haven't you seen the farm tools over there? These were developed recently; believe me, they can double the grain of the Bolton family. You can't possibly not understand what this represents, right?"

Speaking to this point, Zhang Cheng leaned over and whispered to Roose Bolton: "This is potential, war potential; possessing grain, we possess the power to fight a protracted war!"

Turning his head to look at Zhang Cheng, Roose Bolton thought for a moment: "I need to send a message back to notify Father!"

"Alright, of course no problem, but I have many good things in my hands; let me warmly entertain you tonight!"

Looking at Roose Bolton with a full smile, Zhang Cheng turned his head: "Take our young master Bolton down, let him rest well; by the way, remember to put the bill on me!"

Watching Zhang Cheng leave, Roose Bolton's face showed a solemn expression.

Because he always felt that the Zhang Cheng before him seemed to be preparing for war!

But the problem was, what did the Caelingen family want to do? Don't tell me he forgot what happened over ten years ago? Still want to challenge the authority of the Stark family?

Thinking of this, Roose Bolton's eyes flickered.

Because as an ally, the Caelingen family was truly a bit dangerous!

Look at what Zhang Cheng is doing now; either mining iron, frantically attacking Skagos Island, or looting overseas! And those slaves clearly look like Braavosi; although the Bolton family wouldn't go so far as to report him, what if they came knocking on the door? Should they help, or not help?

Don't help, ten thousand gold dragons go down the drain; help, the other side is Braavos, possessing the strongest fleet on the sea!

"Shit!"

Cursing angrily, Roose Bolton followed the attendant to the bustling town.

But when he saw that there were many Federation merchants here, he was dumbfounded, because was Widow's Watch this bustling?

But just as Roose Bolton walked into a bar nearby, he couldn't help but pinch his nose.

As the young master of an Earl's house, Roose Bolton could be considered battle-hardened, but seeing the woman on the stage still made his blood boil.

Under the exciting music, the woman wearing light gauze was dancing enchantingly.

And looking at the pole, he couldn't help but say: "What is this?"

"My Lord Earl says this is pole dancing; do you like it? You can take them away now!"

Speaking to Roose Bolton, the attendant opened his mouth immediately.

"Can take them away now?"

Looking at the attendant in disbelief, Roose Bolton was dumbfounded.

"Of course, if you are willing, My Lord Earl will prepare a room for you to help you support these dancers..."

Speaking to Roose Bolton, the attendant leaned into his ear: "Lord Robert of the Baratheon family already has many..."

"Her, her, her, all okay?"

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Pointing to three people in a row, Roose Bolton was surprised.

"Of course no problem, this is what our Caelingen family should do!"

Waving his hand, the attendant had people come down and then chose three more alluring women to go up.

Looking at this scene, Roose Bolton discovered one thing: regardless of whether Zhang Cheng pays his debts or not, the way he does things is truly beautiful!

Thinking of these alluring little treasures, Roose Bolton felt that even if he came a few more times, it wouldn't matter; anyway, everyone is an ally!

And just as Roose Bolton was immersed in the land of gentleness, Zhang Cheng had already returned to the castle.

When he spread out the map before him, he waved his hand: "Where is the Middle-earth you speak of?"

"Here, but the Middle-earth world has many dangerous existences, such as orcs..."

Explaining to Zhang Cheng, the elf became afraid.

"Then how did you come here?"

Looking at the elf curiously, Zhang Cheng inquired.

"That group of Braavosi kidnapped me; they deceived the elves..."

Explaining to Zhang Cheng, the elf hurriedly opened her mouth.

And hearing this, Zhang Cheng narrowed his eyes: "It seems to be in the east of the Essos continent..."

"My Lord Earl, the Bolton family replied, accepting your conditions!"

Looking at Zhang Cheng, Maester Glyn, who walked in, hurriedly opened his mouth.

However, the moment he saw the elf, he was surprised, and immediately said: "Gods, is this an elf?"

"You should call her grandmother, because the lives of elves and Children of the Forest are usually ten times that of humans!"

Looking at Maester Glyn with a full smile, Zhang Cheng teased.

(End of chapter) ===== CHAPTER 647 =====