Though Martin felt joyous about Matthew's request, he hesitated.
"What's the matter? Do you not have any?" Matthew asked faintly, and the patriarch hurriedly shook his head. "As you know, the firearms we have in cooperation with Druira are basic, Matthew. If you want heavy firepower, I'll have to consult them first."
"Go ahead."
With Matthew's approval, Martin quickly contacted the supplier and returned to the hall ten minutes later with a pleased expression.
"Good news, Matthew! They initially refused flatly, but once they heard it was for you, they agreed without hesitation! Hehe, your reputation precedes you."
Matthew only smiled faintly at the flattery, for he knew Druira wasn't being generous out of kindness; they wanted to see the Sacred Mount and Zedran clash, hoping to profit from the conflict.
"Got it. Make sure to expedite the delivery to the Sacred Mount as soon as the goods arrive. Afterward, contact him." Leaving Fitz's contact information and a substantial check, Matthew hurriedly left Martin's residence.
With personnel and combat equipment mostly assembled, he prepared to contact another influential friend. Just as he pulled out his phone, the very friend called first.
"Mr. Larson, we need your help!"
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"Haha, who knows what that old man is thinking?! His health is obviously failing day by day, yet he won't abdicate or name an heir. He's getting more confused as he ages!"
In this regard, Toby showed rare insight.
The primary cause of Montiria's current royal turmoil was indeed King Gawain I. Normally, his deteriorating health would prompt succession planning, but he clung stubbornly to the throne without naming an heir. This situation fueled competition among the princes, leading to an economic decline in Montiria that would likely worsen.
"Perhaps His Majesty has his reasons," Rocco said, though secretly hoping for Montiria's chaos to continue so that he could profit from the troubled waters. If Montiria were peaceful and the king and princes united as one, he'd have fled long ago.
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