Chapter 107: The Hunting Competition – Part 2

Almost as soon as Churde Defendi said “Hunting Competition,” Dean had already guessed what the other party wanted to do—obviously, they had many people. If they were to fight or duel, it would absolutely make the entire Defendi Territory a laughingstock for all of Vauban County, even if they won.

If they lost, it would simply become the joke of the entire Emerald Kingdom.

Therefore, Churde Defendi would absolutely not allow such a situation to occur.

So, he thought of “hunting”!

In the Four Northern Counties of the Emerald Kingdom, hunting was a mandatory subject for every noble, especially in Vauban County, where it was a beloved activity regardless of gender or age.

Besides the rich animals near the Snowplains Dense Forest, the main reason was the fierce folk customs in Vauban County.

In the Three Southern Counties, seeing a noble lady with a drawn bow was simply unbelievable, but in the Four Northern Counties, it was nothing rare.

Especially in Vauban County, it was everywhere.

Just like the daughter of Baron Tier. Not only was she skilled with a bow and arrow, but her Sword Technique was also quite good.

Of course, hunting was not just about being strong alone to get excellent results, nor was it like hunters rushing about for their livelihood. It was more of a process requiring cooperation—there needed to be people and Hounds to drive the animals out, observers, and finally, the person who shot the arrows.

Among them, shooting into the torso got the lowest score, followed by the limbs, and the best was shooting through the throat, mouth, or eyes to ensure the integrity of the whole pelt.

Of course, it was not always so simple. Some collectors of animal heads always preferred complete heads.

However, more important was the prey itself—a wild rabbit and a Snow Bear were obviously not the same thing.

“I sincerely hope you can participate. After all, this is a unique hunting competition of Vauban County—we not only need to see the number of animals hunted, but also where your arrows hit. Of course, also the rarity and ferocity of the animals; of course, your subordinates will help you. They are genuine people from Tier Territory, and we all know that Tier Territory has the best hunters!”

Churde Defendi said again.

Undoubtedly, this was Churde Defendi’s true words, although he didn’t truly have good intentions—after all, this so-called “Hunting Competition” was what he came up with to counter Dean.

Previously, Dean’s displayed Strength was too impressive to him.

At such a young age, approaching the level of a Grand Knight, it was simply impossible for Vauban County.

Even in the Capital of Emerald, he could be called a genius.

As for the so-called not experiencing “Knight’s Baptism”?

Churde Defendi would not believe such words at all—the heirs of the great families from the Capital of Emerald, who needed such a public “Knight’s Baptism”? A “Baptism” within the Family was enough, and it was even more effective than the public “Knight’s Baptism.”

Not only did it increase the success rate, but it also allowed one to obtain better Talent.

And in Churde Defendi’s view, Dean was such a person.

Otherwise, given the other’s age, it was impossible to have such Strength; after all, Dean’s Family had long been ruined. With few people in the Family, it was impossible to achieve the most effective results.

Obviously, Churde Defendi was also a supporter of “Bloodline Theory.”

“How should I participate?”

Dean asked, showing an expression of hearing about such a special competition for the first time—in fact, in the Capital of Emerald, there was not no hunting.

After all, for most idle Nobles, hunting was the best way to pass the time.

And under the definition of passing time, competitions and such were naturally out of the question.

Most of the time, those noble children were just revolving around various young ladies and socialites, at most relying on killing four or five wild rabbits to show that they were hunting.

Seeing Dean’s expression, Churde Defendi and the Knight Captain behind him felt a surge of joy in their hearts.

After all, before this, they had racked their brains to think of a way that could turn the tables without making the other party lose their temper out of humiliation.

Now, the most crucial moment for “harvest” had arrived, how could they not be happy and excited?

“You need three subordinates to cooperate with you—they need to drive the prey, observe, and assist you. Here, we will be led by Knight Carl. He will lead three subordinates to participate in the competition. The competition time starts from our night camp until we leave the camp the next day!”

Churde Defendi said impatiently, looking as if he was afraid Dean would refuse.

“This is unfair. The subordinates of that Knight Carl are much stronger than our young men here!”

Miss Baron Tier said as she walked over.

“That’s right. Miss Lily is very correct!”

Baron Janel followed behind Miss Baron Tier, acting like an echo, agreeing continuously.

“There is nothing unfair about this. After all, Regiment Commander Dean Ken is very strong, far exceeding Knight Carl and his group; so, pairing the strong Regiment Commander Dean Ken with some ordinary subordinates, this kind of pairing, in my view, is normal!”

Churde Defendi smiled and looked at Miss Baron Tier.

“Strength cannot decide everything at this moment! Don’t you think so, Your Excellency Churde Defendi?”

Miss Baron Tier countered.

In fact, as a hunting enthusiast, Miss Baron Tier knew very well that Strength was not everything during hunting.

Familiarity with the terrain, grasping the timing, and even luck had to be calculated.

Otherwise, how could His Excellency Ikes win against Allenor in several hunting competitions?

You had to know, if it were a direct confrontation, the former couldn’t even handle one move from the latter.

Therefore, even though Miss Baron Tier admitted Dean’s strength, she did not think Dean could win the competition one hundred percent.

After all, based on Miss Baron Tier’s impression of Churde Defendi, if the other party really proposed such a proposal,

then, there must be absolute certainty.

In fact, it was exactly so.

According to their speed, the camp before nightfall was exactly the area where Knight Carl had operated before he joined Defendi Territory.

He and his subordinates were too familiar with the nearby terrain.

Otherwise, he would not have been able to propose such a suggestion to Churde Defendi.

“Miss Lily, we still need to look at Regiment Commander Dean Ken’s suggestion. You agree, right, Regiment Commander Dean Ken?”

Churde Defendi did not tangle with Miss Baron Tier; in fact, he directly avoided answering. He looked directly at Dean.

And facing such an invitation, Dean could not possibly refuse.

Whether for his own stance or for the stance of Tier Territory, he could only agree.

After all, if he refused, all the scenes created previously would be wasted entirely.

And obviously, Miss Baron Tier also knew this point, so she tried to find a way to give Dean more favorable conditions—if at least one more person on our side, or one less person, it would be good.

But Churde Defendi did not care about her at all.

This made Miss Baron Tier feel angry and helpless at the same time—Churde Defendi was not an ordinarily useless guy; at least the other party knew and understood what to do at what time, rather than engaging in so-called emotional disputes. This had already surpassed the vast majority of noble children.

So, at this time, Miss Baron Tier could only look at Dean.

She hoped Dean would have a better way to gain more advantages for herself—

“Hmm, I will participate!”

Dean nodded directly and agreed.

This action made Miss Baron Tier pause for a moment. She instinctively looked at Dean and asked, “How can you agree so directly?”

“Do you think he will give me the chance to continue making demands?”

Dean looked at the Baron’s daughter and asked back.

“But we can strive for it!”

The Baron’s daughter said.

“I don’t like putting the initiative in others’ hands, begging bitterly, and then getting nothing; since the other party wants to have a competition, then we can just win in the competition!”

Dean said calmly.

“So, don’t you know that the other party is prepared for this?”

The Baron’s daughter looked at Dean without blinking.

“Of course!”

Dean nodded, showing his understanding.

“So, aren’t you worried that the other party might play some tricks?”

The Baron’s daughter felt she was going to be crazy—why would someone who looked very smart rashly walk into someone else’s trap like this.

Not only would he lose his reputation, but he would also drag down the entire Tier Territory.

“I very much hope they can play some tricks, because only then can I eliminate them more openly and rightfully!”

Dean left this sentence and ended the conversation with Miss Baron Tier.

Undoubtedly, although this Baron’s daughter had some ability, her experience was still too little.

She had not truly understood what the current situation was.

They had not lost the advantage; on the contrary, they held a significant advantage.

As long as they won the night’s “Hunting Competition,” their advantage could continue to be maintained, and even allow the other party to completely lose all opportunities.

And Dean had considerable confidence in this.