Chapter 655 - 372: Territory, Territory, Territory

Indeed, at this moment on the grand avenue, countless caravans are gathering, with horse-drawn carts loaded with goods traversing the entire road, and along the way, large Knight Orders abound. Among them, Thor even spotted quite a few noble Knight Orders, such as one belonging to a Viscount appearing right in front of him.

And in the distance, such Knight Orders are not in the minority.

Over the span of a few years.

The entire Eagle Ridge has undoubtedly undergone earth-shattering changes.

Not only did Thor gain control over the eastern part of the Northern Province.

Eagle City and Falcon City have become the two most important cities of the Northern Province.

Especially Eagle City.

It has now completely replaced the role of Loren City.

Becoming the trade center of the entire Northern Province, and possibly even the entire Northern Territory.

Now, the Northern Province and Northern Territory are completely incomparable to what they once were.

The former Northern Province.

Accompanied by the expansion wars that spread over twenty years.

The number of noble Knight Orders willing to venture there diminished.

After all, most of the benefits had long been seized.

The emergent opportunities weren’t enough to entice those noble Knight Orders to take risks.

But now it’s different.

The Northern Province might offer them little chance.

After all, most of the power in the Northern Province is currently in the hands of Thor and the Eagle Merchant Association.

Trying to meddle in it is beyond the reach of even top-tier nobles.

But the Northern Territory still offers vast opportunities.

The Beastmen have withdrawn.

Large expanses of land have opened up.

The abundant resources of the Northern Territory have undoubtedly attracted many nobles.

Over the past few years, many descendants of the Tulip Kingdom’s nobles have ventured to the Northern Territory to become Pioneer Lords.

Such a large influx of noble descendants into the Northern Territory has undoubtedly spurred development throughout the North.

Simultaneously, as the most important trade city, Eagle City has undoubtedly rapidly risen.

Even Falcon City has risen in consequence.

As for the original Loren City, despite Marquis Reman’s reluctance, they had no choice but to accept it.

On one hand, the Dressrosa Family has ascended to a Marquis Family, and on the other, the power of Eagle Ridge far exceeds their expectations.

At the beginning.

Marquis Reman’s family in Loren City tried to take action.

But after a few attempts.

They had no choice but to abandon their efforts.

Because the two were simply not on the same level.

Especially following the fall of Marquis Reman, their strength has only diminished further.

Their tacit acceptance has undoubtedly accelerated the development of Eagle City.

Even many Northern Territory nobles would go to the Eagle Merchant Association for supplies or to trade with them.

And the result of such interactions is self-evident.

"Let’s go!"

"I wonder how the territory is doing now!"

Thor chuckled softly.

Calling the Knight Order to continue forward.

As Thor arrived.

Knight Orders instantly stepped aside to clear the path.

Many Knight Orders even hurriedly paid their respects.

The high-flying banner was enough to denote the identity of Thor’s group.

In the Northern Province, or rather throughout the Northern Territory, the sight of the soaring Eagle banner was the best representation of status, even more imposing than a Marquis Family.

No one dared to show any disrespect.

Inside a carriage.

A few young ladies poked their heads out.

"Is that the Eagle Merchant Association’s emblem?"

"So impressive!"

"Yes, that’s the Eagle Merchant Association."

"That Knight Order doesn’t seem to be weaker than my father."

"Indeed, indeed!"

A few young ladies chatted away, their eyes turned toward the distant Knight Order filled with amazement and admiration.

Many along the way felt the same about the Knight Orders.

Though Thor’s group was not large in number, its powerful presence left several Knight Orders in awe.

Among them were descendants from Marquis and Count’s Clans.

Even those from Marquis and Count’s Clans never had such a formidable Knight Order.

Of course, Thor was indifferent to the admiration from these people.

He rode forward.

Soon reaching Eagle City’s location.

Outside Eagle City.

Reine, Steve, and Pelos, along with a large Knight Order, were already waiting to welcome him.

Their gathering attracted the attention of many Knight Orders.

Even exclamations of surprise arose now and then.

After all, whether Steve or Pelos, they are prominent figures in Eagle City, with Reine being the Guardian Knight of that legendary person.

The fact that they all gathered outside the city seemed to indicate they were awaiting someone, which was shocking to everyone.

And amidst their shock.

A Knight Order rapidly approached from afar.

Upon seeing that Knight Order, a look of joy appeared on everyone’s faces.

"Master!"

"It’s the Master!"

Voices of joy rang out.

The next moment, everyone hurriedly rode forward to greet him.

The two groups soon converged.

Amidst the amazed gazes of all.

Those great figures from Eagle City dismounted and knelt on one knee.

And afar, a young knight rode forward with a smile.

This scene left countless people in awe.

And some seemed to have realized something, their gaze toward the young knight changed.

In Eagle City, only one person could be treated with such respect by Eagle City’s prominent figures.

The true ruler of Eagle Ridge, the Uncrowned King of the Northern Territory, Count Thor Dressrosa.

The most dazzling genius in the Kingdom today.

In the past four years, especially the past two, countless people, especially numerous knights, have come, drawn by this man’s legendary tales.