Game of Thrones: From a deserter to a high-ranking official

Chapter 8 The Eloquent Tiberius

After listening to Tiberius's impassioned speech, his eldest son, Lisanro, who was serving near Lisandro, couldn't help but applaud.

That was truly a brilliant and eloquent argument, wasn't it?

However, seeing the look in his father's eyes, Risanglu reluctantly lowered his hand.

[Damn, Tiberius... he can even come up with such cheesy flattery!] Vito, standing next to him, almost popped his eyes out!

There can't be two suns in the sky... Damn it, we're mercenaries! Not knights. Only those knight lords would sacrifice their loyalty for so-called oaths, for the foolish decisions of their lords, and for the glory of their families!

【Although our White Legion is known for its integrity, for shouting "There can be no two suns in the sky" for an employer... Risang Zhuobie thinks we are extremely nauseating, and kicking us out of the mansion is a blessing from the Seven Gods!】 Vito's heart jumped into the air.

To his surprise, Lisangzhuo did not say anything like "A bunch of mercenaries, daring to talk about loyalty," but instead clapped his hands and laughed.

"Tiberius, you have truly impressed me today... Have you studied rhetoric with a teacher? No? My goodness, then you are truly a genius."

For the first time, Lisangzhuo showed an appreciative look at the twelve-year-old boy in front of him.

"Your eloquence is as sharp as your javelin! You have successfully impressed me. I will tell my steward to arrange a carriage tonight; tonight, I will appear at the White Legion's banquet to toast you all and commend your courage..."

[Lisandro Rojaer toasts us?] Vito felt a storm raging inside him.

A toast? Did I hear that right?

In Lisanzhuo's mind, most things in the world can be explained using business thinking.

Tiberius's analysis enlightened him: attending the White Legion's banquet was a low-cost, high-return investment.

All I had to do was spend half an hour of my time, a smile, some nice words, and maybe a few gold coins as a reward; and I could win the respect of the White Legion soldiers.

In the future war against Valantis, Lisandro still expects them to fight and shed blood for the benefit of his own family!

Yes, it's a worthwhile investment, since I didn't lose anything, right?

Tiberius was overjoyed! "It's done!"

As the former head of the civil engineering department, he deeply understood the psychology of investors:

Can your project be fast, good, cheap, and high-return?

At this time, drinking and showing off one's heroic spirit are two aspects.

On the other hand, you need to start analyzing with the clients, giving examples, telling stories...

Yes, clients love stories, especially immersing themselves in them.

Tiberius's core rhetoric was simple: he transformed "attending the White Legion's banquet" from a "rather ridiculous option" into a "high-quality project with low investment and high returns."

"Then, see you tonight." Lisangzhuo nodded, and then had a servant pour him some wine.

As for Vito...

Vito, standing next to Tiberius, felt as if his jaw was about to drop to the ground in shock!

What the hell? Lisangzhuo Luojiaer, the most powerful man in Ries, is coming to our White Legion's banquet?

Did he really agree?

Seven gods, what's wrong with Tiberius's mouth?

[However, the real challenge is yet to come!] Tiberius thought to himself.

Sure enough, Lisangzhuo pointed to the hourglass.

"You have about one minute left. Now please tell me what gift you brought?"

After he finished speaking, he squinted his eyes.

"It can't be some kind of 'White Army friendship' stuff, can it? What I need right now is to find my daughter!"

Tiberius bowed to Sandro and then spoke.

"My lord, please forgive me, but I can only tell you this in secret. After all, it concerns an old matter concerning my uncle Jules... This matter is the key to his decision to accept your request!"

Then Tiberius whispered a few words in Lisandro's ear.

Lisangluo saw his father, Lisangzhuo, suddenly furrow his brow, his face showing a mixture of "extreme surprise" and "doubt".

Then, Lisandro glanced at Tiberius's face with a suspicious look.

Then Lisanlo heard his father ask Tiberius in a low voice, "Are you sure Jules had such a... past?"

Tiberius nodded vigorously.

"Yes, that's what my uncle Jules told me himself!"

"And, as you know... the 'Keeper of Faith' always keeps his word!" Tiberius said confidently.

This isn't him bragging; it's truly the reputation his uncle Jules has built up over the years with his sword and spear!

Then, a look of relaxation appeared on Lisangzhuo's face.

"I'm relieved. Tiberius, you have indeed brought me a gift I've longed for..."

Lisangzhuo reached out and turned the hourglass upside down.

"Your bravery has astonished me; a twelve-year-old boy actually killed an Ironborn with a javelin. And now, your wisdom and... your understanding of human nature have also made me look at you in a new light."

At this point, Lisandro looked at Tiberius with a rather amused expression.

"Would you... be interested in finding a teacher to further your studies? I do know a few quite talented teachers."

Tiberius's heart nearly stopped beating.

Oh my god, these are the thighs I've always dreamed of! If I agree to them...

"My lord, the most important thing is to find your daughter," Tiberius said hastily.

As expected, Lisangzhuo's eyes immediately showed an expression of appreciation.

"Lisanro, take Mr. Vito and young Tiberius and leave through the gate," Lisanro instructed his son, Lisanro.

Li Sanluo hesitated to speak the whole time, but when he reached the gate, he couldn't help but ask.

"Tiberius, what exactly did you say to my father? Why is he suddenly... so enthusiastic towards you?"

"It cannot be said, it cannot be said!" Tiberius kept Lisanro in suspense before getting into the carriage.

However, on the way back, Vito couldn't help but ask Tiberius.

"Tiberius, what did you say to that old man Lisandro? Was your few words the gift he wanted?"

"Want to know?"

Vito nodded vigorously.

Tiberius's performance at the Lisandro residence was nothing short of miraculous! This was the first time Vito had ever seen Tiberius's mouth so sharp!

Tiberius gestured for Vito to come closer, then put his mouth close to Vito's ear and whispered a few words.

After listening, Vito gave a strange smile, followed by stifled laughter, and then a loud burst of laughter.

"Old Master Jules will kill you!" Vito laughed, wiping away tears. "He's spent his whole life for his reputation as the 'Keeper of Faith'! And now your idea... Seven Gods!"

"Tell me the truth, Tiberius, what kind of nonsense is going on in your head... Are you really sure the old woman didn't sleep with you in her dream while you were unconscious?"

"Vito, sooner or later you will meet a warrior in your dreams, and at that time he will deflower you."

“However, Tiberius,” Vito suddenly asked Tiberius seriously, “even if Commander Jules really agrees to go find Lisandro’s daughter, we can’t say for sure that we’ll find her! That’s why the commander is unwilling to take on this job…”

"Vito."

"Um?"

"You know I'm really good at fishing, right?"

Vito nodded. "Yes, Tiberius, you catch fish with unparalleled skill, even the most experienced fishermen can't match you. But what does that have to do with finding Lisandro's daughter?"

Tiberius's lips curled into a smile. "The reason I can always catch big fish is because I know what different kinds of big fish like to eat, where they might live, and when they are most...active. So I cater to their preferences, and the fish naturally bite."

"As for those who rushed to Bloodwave Cape Avenue... ha, they're truly blinded by gold coins! They're completely unprepared, except for their swords. Do they think solving cases relies on bravery?"

"You've confused me, so Tiberius, what exactly are you planning to do?" Vito still didn't understand how Tiberius intended to find Lisandro's daughter.

After all, this was the Bloodwave Cape Road missing person case that the entire Ries had failed to solve!

"Vito, we've arrived!" the coachman said to Vito inside the carriage.

Tiberius did not answer him immediately, but instead stepped down from the carriage with a smile, a rather smug look on his face.

"If everything goes well after the banquet tonight and Uncle Jules takes the order, I'll let you know!"