Everyone Is A Lord: My Talent Is A Little Too Strong - Chapter 2999 1639: The Bustling Marketplace (Part 1)
Leo Ray smiled and nodded, acknowledging: “Rest assured, as long as Your Excellency works diligently, I will not treat you poorly.”
“That’s great, I am willing to serve Your Majesty of the Humans with all my effort!”
The white-robed stall owner quickly placed a hand on his chest and bowed excitedly.
Seeing the white-robed stall owner suddenly cling to the thighs of Your Majesty of the Humans, the surrounding independent powerhouses watching the scene were filled with an uncontrollable expression of envy.
Before this, those first-class forces looked down upon them, yet they also disdained ordinary second-tier powers and were unwilling to associate with the villainous Broken Wing King, which is why they had been wandering alone until now.
It’s essential to understand how dangerous and ruthless the Outer Region is; for these independent powerhouses, a single mistake could cost them their lives, frequently occurring.
Therefore, finding a suitable place to settle, where they can gain protection and put their skills to use, is undeniably something that most deeply desire.
The white-robed stall owner’s action undoubtedly made them realize that Your Majesty of the Humans is precisely the best haven for them!
With this thought in mind, many independent powerhouses’ eyes beneath their hooded caps showed urgency yet were momentarily unsure how to start speaking to Leo Ray.
Moments later, a robust independent powerhouse couldn’t hold back, pushed through the crowd, approached Leo Ray, and said firmly without hesitation: “Respected Your Majesty of the Humans, I also wish to contribute; please accept me!”
These words ignited a rush among other independent powerhouses who eagerly stepped forward, bowing to Leo Ray, saying: “Your Majesty of the Humans, we all wish to serve you!”
Suddenly, the previously orderly scene began to become somewhat chaotic, with many independent powerhouses pushing and shoving, displaying a willingness to fight to stand in front of Leo Ray and earn his approval.
Fortunately, Leo Ray’s subordinates and the clan leaders stepped forward to maintain order, barely stabilizing the extremely eager crowd.
Witnessing this scene, the eyes of the market guards standing by nearly popped out.
Good heavens, is this still the Shadow Market? This is essentially a large-scale talent recruitment venue for the Emperor of the Human Race.
Such an unexpected sight is something they have never seen before, even with their vast experience!
After being astonished in their hearts, the Market Guard Captain hesitated before ultimately deciding not to step forward to interfere.
Their duty was only to maintain market order and trading activities, and now Leo Ray’s subordinates have already stabilized the order, and the independent powerhouses’ recommendation to the Emperor of the Human Race did not violate market rules; hence, they have no reason to intervene.
“Everyone, don’t rush; as long as you come sincerely, I am willing to welcome you with open arms.”
Until Leo Ray’s calm voice sounded out, the scene finally quieted down completely.
All independent powerhouses present clearly understood that this esteemed Your Majesty of the Humans is their future Master, so how could they not bow in allegiance to him?
“Hollis, Lila, you two arrange communication with these independent powerhouses, agree on specific times and places, and I will personally meet with them one by one.”
Leo Ray nodded to the two clan leaders who had recently become subordinates, instructing them.
“As you command, Lord.”
The two accepted the orders, bowed, and immediately began to act.
“This guy’s popularity is really getting higher and higher.”
Moli saw the scene, stood proudly, and nodded slightly: “Looks like many newcomers will come soon; I, as an old-timer, cannot fall behind.”
From the way she carried herself, it was evident that she had completely regarded herself as part of Leo Ray’s cohort.
Beside Moli, both Fei’er and Anna were also showing great excitement.
Especially Anna, who feverishly gazed at Leo Ray, she knew her choice was correct; with so many strong figures flocking to him, Your Majesty of the Humans is indeed no ordinary person!
“Tch, I just wanted to wander around the market casually, but unexpectedly ran into this scene!”
Amidst the heated scene, an unexpected cold sneer suddenly rang out.
Following the voice, everyone saw a tall elf man looking over coldly with an expression of disdain.
The elf’s face was not covered in gold powder, his skin wasn’t overly fair, matched with an elegant emerald magic robe, clearly a Forest Elf like Moli.
Behind him, two slender and tall female elf powerhouses followed, and although neither carried weapons, judging by their top-grade leather armor and arrow quivers strapped to their thighs, they were evidently Elf Archers.
These three emitted an aura markedly superior to ordinary figures surrounding them, their power reaching the Demigod Level, and Leo Ray vaguely sensed that the two female elves were not ordinary elf powerhouses but rather two Stone Spirits.
Upon hearing this discordant voice, the gathered independent powerhouses wanted to glare angrily but, upon realizing it was the Forest Elves, they all lowered their heads, wearing expressions of anger and fear—these beings were clearly not to be provoked.
“So it’s people from Silver Maple Court.”
Moli knitted her brows tightly, clearly not fond of the same race.
She leaned close to Leo Ray and whispered: “Your Majesty, their force is the same group of Forest Elves who attacked Jasper Richardson and the others!”
“So it’s them.”
Leo Ray nodded slightly, his face remaining calm.
Through Moli’s previous descriptions, he knew Forest Elves are divided into the Five Great Forest Elf Kingdoms, with Moli belonging to the Ancient Tree Courtyard, whereas Silver Maple Court was located adjacent to the Ancient Tree Courtyard.
Among the Five Great Forest Elf Kingdoms, they had consistently maintained close contact, never disputing and always standing at the pinnacle among the Ten Thousand Clans as Forest Elves.
However, ever since Silver Maple Court’s elven new king ascended, things began to change, including targeting Jasper Richardson and other Forest Half-Elves once affiliated with them.
“I once promised Jasper Richardson and the others that I would make these guys pay a bloody price; now won’t be different, and that day draws near.”
Thinking so, Leo Ray walked directly towards them.
Nearing them, Leo Ray calmly stated: “Which scene are you referring to?”
“Naturally, the scene where small fish seek small shrimp.”
The tall elf man arrogantly replied from above: “This is the Shadow Market; it is not a place for you people to play allegiance games!”
“None of the market guards have said anything, so what makes you think you’re entitled?”
Moli couldn’t resist stepping forward, confrontingly: “If you’re so keen, why don’t you become a market guard!”
“That you dare speak to me like this, you must have some courage.”
The tall elf man’s handsome face darkened, coldly smiling at Moli: “The consequence of provoking Forest Elves, you must know well?”
“You are merely the Forest Guardian of Silver Maple Courtyard, not even an advanced Elf Noble; how can you represent the entire Forest Elves?”
Moli crossed her arms, openly revealing his identity, tipped up her chin, saying: “Don’t forget the elven throne arena during the courtyard festival a century ago, your Silver Maple Court was only a bottom-exist!”
“How do you know about these things?”
Hearing this, the elf man paused in surprise, his aura visibly waning.
It’s known that to avoid unnecessary comparisons, rankings from the Forest Elf Throne Arena are never made public, known only to the high echelons of the Five Great Forest Elf Kingdoms; even he heard it by chance from his superior.
In other words, the pink-hooded elf before him was not only a Forest Elf but held substantial standing within the clan, enough to make him cautious because Moli was indeed correct—he was far from being an advanced Elf Noble and held limited status inside the tribe.
Startled internally, the elf man enquired solemnly: “Who exactly are you?”
