"I didn't expect you people from Eagle Country to be so fond of gambling. Fine, I'll take you up on it this time."
"But I have one more condition. If I win this bet, you have to publicly apologize to me in front of all the media!"
Jiang Yi smiled faintly.
"Deal!"
Bill agreed without a second thought!
Jiang Yi sneered. He never did anything without confidence, and Bill was bound to lose this time!
It wasn't that he specifically wanted to deal with Bill, but rather that Bill was asking for trouble, so Jiang Yi decided to do a good deed and help Bill out.
"I haven't decided who will compete tomorrow yet. That's all for today. Further notice will be given later!"
After speaking to everyone, Grand Lord Barre cast his gaze upon Jiang Yi and said calmly, "Come with me, I want to talk to you."
With that, Grand Lord Barre walked directly towards the pavilion hall beside them.
Jiang Yi followed.
Natasha, worried about Jiang Yi, also hurried to follow.
Upon entering the hall, Grand Lord Barre sat heavily on the sofa.
Seeing that everyone in the courtyard outside had left, he then turned his attention to Jiang Yi and asked with a frown, "Your swordsmanship is so good, why aren't you participating in the competition, but letting Natasha go instead?"
"It's quite good to let Natasha participate!"
Jiang Yi shrugged.
"Good for what!"
"Do you know how dangerous the competition is? Natasha participating in such a competition is always in danger, and she might even lose her life! I asked you to teach her skills, not to instigate Natasha to mess around recklessly!"
"Furthermore, there's only one day left until the competition with Dongmeng Prefecture. No matter what you do, you won't be able to make Natasha win. This is about the honor of our Ximeng Prefecture. I absolutely will not allow you to do this!"
Grand Lord Barre became increasingly angry as he spoke!
"I can guarantee that Natasha will not be injured tomorrow, nor will her life be in danger, and I will also make her win the competition!"
"Grand Lord Barre, haven't you forgotten about Natasha's participation in the medical competition before?"
"I can train her to become a master of traditional Chinese medicine in one day, and I can also make her a master of swordsmanship in one day!"
Jiang Yi smiled faintly.
Hearing this, Grand Lord Barre remained silent.
Previously, Jiang Yi had taught Natasha exquisite acupuncture techniques in one day. Everyone thought it was impossible, but Jiang Yi achieved it!
Jiang Yi had created a miracle that no one could achieve.
And this time, with Jiang Yi's confidence, it was naturally possible for him to succeed.
"Dad, let me try!"
Natasha walked over, linked her arm through Grand Lord Barre's, and said, "If you don't agree, I'll never talk to you again!"
"Alright!"
Grand Lord Barre finally compromised.
He also hoped that Natasha could have the ability to win the national championship, which would not only bring him glory but also glory to Ximeng Prefecture.
More importantly, if Natasha succeeded, royal nobles would surely line up to propose marriage, and royal descendants would also look at Natasha with new eyes.
"Mr. Jiang, Natasha is my most cherished daughter. I don't want anything to happen to her. So I hope you'll keep your promise and don't let my daughter have any mishaps, or I'm not done with you!"
Grand Lord Barre said with a grave expression.
"Grand Lord Barre, you can rest assured about this matter, but I have two things I'd like to ask for your help!"
Jiang Yi said.
"What matters?"
Grand Lord Barre asked.
"The first matter is that I want to buy some farms to grow medicinal materials. I'm worried that the managers will cause trouble. I'd like to ask you to issue a letter of consent."
"With your letter of consent, I won't have to worry even if someone causes trouble!"
Jiang Yi said.
"That's a small matter, no problem!"
Grand Lord Barre agreed!
"And the second matter, I want to become a minor lord. This will make it more convenient for me to do business!"
Jiang Yi said, "I know this is not a small matter, and it's not easy to become a minor lord. However, Ximeng Prefecture is your territory. As long as you're willing to help, this matter should not be difficult for you!"
Hearing this, Grand Lord Barre's brow furrowed slightly.
"You're capable of this, actually daring to negotiate terms with me!"
Grand Lord Barre said angrily, "No, you're not just negotiating terms with me, you're actually bargaining! Your ambition is truly not small! Do you think just anyone can become a minor lord?"
"Grand Lord Barre, don't refuse so quickly. Consider it first, but your time is running out!"
"The competition is tomorrow. If we miss it, it would be a shame!"
Jiang Yi smiled faintly.
Grand Lord Barre felt a bit displeased, he always felt like Jiang Yi was threatening him.
"Dad, you have to agree to my teacher becoming a minor lord, whether you want to or not!"
Natasha pouted.
"I'm your biological father! Why are you siding with outsiders? Are you still my biological daughter?"
Grand Lord Barre was speechless.
"Of course, I'm your biological daughter. The reason I'm helping my teacher is because he's taught me so many skills. As a student, I should be grateful. If I can't even do this, then I don't deserve to be his student!"
Natasha said.
"It's not that I don't want to help, but this matter isn't as simple as you think!"
"I am a Grand Lord, and when selecting minor lords, many people will participate in the election. I can help your teacher become a candidate, but the final result depends on how much support he gets from the people of Ximeng Prefecture."
"Only those who gain the love of the majority of the people and contribute the most to the region have a chance to become minor lords!"
"Becoming a minor lord isn't something you can just do. Most importantly, the general public decides. Moreover, your teacher is from China, so it's even more difficult to become a minor lord!"
Grand Lord Barre took a deep breath.
"Grand Lord Barre, you just need to nominate me as a candidate, and I'll handle the rest. You don't need to do anything else!"
Jiang Yi smiled faintly.
"Alright, then I'll nominate you as a candidate. Whether you get elected or not will depend on your own abilities!"
Grand Lord Barre agreed!
Just nominating Jiang Yi as a candidate was too easy for Grand Lord Barre.
Jiang Yi grinned. Isn't it about canvassing for votes?
This was too easy for him.
At this very moment.
Jiang Yi already had a perfect plan in mind. He would become a beloved entrepreneur in the region, making a lot of money while also winning over the hearts of the people.
Jiang Yi didn't dare to say that 100% of people would vote for him, but he could guarantee that 90% of people would vote for him.
Moreover, becoming a minor lord was not Jiang Yi's ultimate goal.