NOVEL NEXT Chapter 1169: Shocked Emperor
It was a great speech. If Nathan were an ordinary person, he would definitely be moved.
But he couldn't sense any lies. Then again, he wasn't the type of person who could easily see through lies, especially against politicians.
Still, if the dynasty took over the empire, it would definitely progress that way. The quickest growth of technology on Earth was during the Cold War after all.
If the progress slowed down, it would be good for their continent as well. So, there was no reason for Nathan to reject this deal.
After weighing all the options in his mind, Nathan raised two fingers. "I will give you the cutting-edge summoning circle. This circle can summon the most suitable familiar with only one or two sacrificial items to represent what kind of familiars you want to summon.
"The second thing will be the knowledge about the lifebound contract. Our continent doesn't need fragments of summoning to wield elemental power. That's because this lifebound contract shares both the familiar's talent and element with its summoner.
"I'm willing to give these two things in exchange for two books in each category."
"I see. So, that mysterious power is the lifebound contract? It's no wonder we are lowering our guards because we don't notice their familiars or fragments of summoning… It's because they're able to utilize that power themselves." The emperor contemplated.
"Also, before you agree, I would like this deal to remain a secret for the time being. Sharing is fine, but information has to be strict."
"I understand. If the Death Society figures out that this method is circulating, they will notice something wrong."
"Yes."
After a few minutes, the emperor nodded his head. "All right. I can agree to your conditions. I will present two secret manuals in each category.
"No, let's do it this way." The emperor raised a finger. "Since I'm going to reward you for the cloud-repelling device, why not let you enter the vault directly? You can pick two manuals of each category directly and pick two more items of your choice as thanks for the device."
This reward was definitely beyond his expectations. The reason he wanted two manuals for each category was that he wanted powerful techniques for himself and his girls while sharing that technique with the four kingdoms.
The first manual could be a specialized manual that allowed him to speed up their growth, while the second manual had to be high level but also generalized so that a lot of people could use it.
Then, with their specialties, the people of the continent could improve this manual even further.
To prevent a monopoly, he would publicize it through the Magic Tower like he publicized the magic weapon.
Nathan finally nodded. "I understand. Let's do it this way."
The emperor smiled. He finally understood why Nathan was able to have such a high karma value. The cloud-repelling device had saved a lot of people, not only on his continent but also on another continent.
Although he didn't have a guarantee, he believed Nathan planned to spread their manuals as well, which would help even more people.
By doing this multiple times, Nathan's good karma would increase drastically.
"Do you have anything you would like to ask? I don't really have any more questions." The emperor asked.
Nathan tried to come up with a question, but there was no question important enough to be used in this situation.
Nathan shook his head. "I also don't have any more questions."
"Hahaha." Now that the discussion was over, the emperor's serious face vanished. "You don't like how you look. You look so young, but it feels like I'm talking to those sly foxes on the court."
"Your Imperial Majesty…" The empress smiled, but her eyes weren't smiling.
"Ah!" The emperor looked away. "But seriously, how old are you?"
"Me?" Nathan pointed at himself. "I will be turning 18 this year."
"…you are…17 years old?" The emperor stood up as he couldn't contain his shock. Even the empress, who had been maintaining her calm face, couldn't help but drop her jaw.
"Do I look that old? Do I not look like I'm 17 years old?" Nathan tilted his head in confusion.
"No. You do look that young, but I thought you were someone older than your looks after talking to you. I never thought that you already had all this ability at the same age as my third son…" The emperor shook his head helplessly. "I guess nobility from another continent is built different."
"I am… a commoner, though? My father is a farmer and my mother is a housewife."
"You… you what?" The emperor couldn't believe his ears. A commoner? 17 years old? The information had just grown more and more ridiculous.
'Of course, I'm also a transmigrator. Because of the basic education and the advancement of knowledge on Earth as well as everything I learn from novels, I am much more mature compared to the kids on this world.
'Besides, novels are good. Even with ten authors writing the same novel, they have their own interpretations of human behavior and narratives. I just mimic the one that is the most suitable for this world. And there's no way I can say all that out loud…' Nathan just smiled at him.
Even Evelyn couldn't believe it at first. So, it was no wonder that the emperor misunderstood. "I see. It looks like we have to increase the average intelligence of our people. Maybe I need to give free schools to all children, but I can't do that yet due to the ongoing disaster. Well, that's just for later."
The emperor took a deep breath. "Still, it's a pleasant experience to meet you. How about this? As much as I want to hold a banquet for you, I don't think it's possible, and it's not what you want, right?"
"Yes…" Nathan nodded.
"In that case, how about we let you pick the rewards first? You can tell me all the details about your summoning method after getting your reward."
Nathan nodded calmly. "I will accept it gratefully."