Thinking of this, the lord has already made a decision: "Well, Islaan, you must have heard of the "Silver Alert Hall" and "White River Overlooking Rock Castle". "
"Yes, sir. I heard that it was a strong fortress built on White River Mountain for the Silver Hand and the Vigilant, with the protection of the golden tree supported by the cold tower." Regarding the rumors that happened around the lord, Islaan was obviously I've heard of it.
"So, have you heard of "Tiangang Temple"? "The lord asked with a smile.
"...Yes, sir. Hanluo Feilai Peak." Islaan nodded solemnly.
"So, I want to move the Dawn Guard Fortress to my territory. Do you agree?" The Lord asked step by step the key points.
"My Lord, the Dawnguard Fortress does not belong to me, but to the Lord of the Rift Valley." Islaan's meaning was very clear. Unlike Hanluo Feilai Peak, which has been neglected since the Dragon Guard disappeared, the Dawnguard Fortress belongs to the Rift Lord. As long as Baron Ximu can legally hold the Dawnguard Fortress without violating the "Lords' Convention". Then there is no problem at all in moving this solid castle to Ximu. Being able to get the support of the Cold Tower and the protection of the Golden Tree, as well as the blessing of the ring engraved by the Lord, is really great for the new recruits of the Dawn Guard. But the premise of all this is that Wu Chen must reasonably and legally own this Dawn Guard Fortress. Otherwise it's all just talk.
This also means that Wu Chen is going to Rift Valley City to buy this strong fortress at a reasonable price.
The Rift Territory is located in southeastern Skyrim, northwest of the cross between the Velos Mountains and the Jellal Mountains. One of the "Four Ancient Leaders" of Tianji. The capital, Riften City, is located in a vast autumn forest on the shores of Lake Honrich, which flows to the Treva River and Lake Geir. The Rift is also one of Skyrim's southernmost realms, sitting on a massive plateau in the southeastern part of the province. Bordering Morrowind and Cyrodiil, it is separated from the rest by steep cliffs and mountains, including the Gerald Mountains, the Veloth Mountains, and the fabled Throat of the World. It has two large lakes and autumn deciduous forests. In addition to the capital Rift City, there are two prosperous settlements in the territory: Yew Town and Shor's Stone.
In the middle of the Second Era, Rift Valley was a rapidly developing Skyrim town and an area where trading caravans and travelers from Morrowind were mainly active. It is also home to branches of the Fighters and Mages Guilds. The city also has a sewer system called the Rat Run, which is occupied by the Thieves' Guild. In the early Third Age, Riften City had become the headquarters of the Skyrim Thieves Guild. Queen (Ten Thousand Sleeps!) Barenziah herself once joined the Thieves Guild. When the Rift developed into the Fourth Age, the city reached its peak in size and affluence. However, the city fell into decline in 4E 98, when the reigning lord was assassinated and succeeded by Hosgunn Crosse-Daggers. Although many believed Hothgaun was responsible for the previous lord's murder, he used the Rift Guard to brutally suppress any opposition. During his long reign, he implemented strict martial law and unreasonably high taxes, and used most of the exploited gold to build a huge and luxurious wooden castle. When Rift City declined rapidly and became filthy, and its people died of disease and famine, the city finally reached a turning point in its destiny. In 4E 129, an armed uprising swept the city. The castle of Hrothgang was set ablaze, causing a fire that quickly engulfed the entire city. Although Lord Hothgan's tyranny ended in that fire, many citizens perished in the flames and Riften City was reduced to rubble. Over the next five years, the city was rebuilt into a smaller, darker, more fortress-like town, its wooden structures and rough stonework remaining until 4E 201. That is today.
The current female lord of the Rift Valley is Laila Law-Giver. For the Rift Valley people who are used to the dark law, the influence that the rule of "law-breader" Lyla can have has always been controversial.
The female lord of the Rift, Lyra the Spellbreader, has two sons, Harrald and Saerlund. Because Sellund openly opposed Ulfric Stormcloak, he was imprisoned in the palace by the female lord on the grounds of madness. Of course, this was probably just a cover. It was rumored that the female lord had complained privately to her vassals. Although she supported the storm, she had no confidence in Ulfric himself. And her captain of the guard, Unmid Snow-Shod, is the staunchest supporter of Ulfric and his Stormcloaks.
When Wu Chen, who was still an adventurer, entered Rift Valley City for the first time, he discovered that the Thieves Guild secretly had great influence or dominance over the city, far surpassing the Rift Valley female lord "Spellbreader" Lai Ra and her vassals. I don’t know where Lord Laila got her inexplicable confidence, believing that she was in control of everything. She didn't even notice there was any problem with the Thieves Guild. The vassals also did their best to calm her worries, especially her housekeeper Anuriel, who was actually a spy for the Thieves' Guild. Legend has it that Marwen Blackthorn sent the steward Anuriel to manipulate Lyra to protect the family's interests and prevent the Rift Lady from interfering with the guild. Therefore, the black hand that controls the city is far more than just a thieves' union.
In addition to the lords, Rift Valley City also has two major clans, Blackthorn and Snowhoof. Blackthorn is a supporter of the empire. Mawen herself runs the popular Blackthorn Mead and family farm. She has close ties with the Thieves Guild and the Dark Brotherhood. Mawen also has a good relationship with Lyla. It can be said that A truly black-and-white female boss, she is ruthless, cruel and arrogant. She will use the power of the Thieves Guild and the Black Brotherhood to persecute opponents. The civilians in the Rift Valley dare not speak out. Although she has outstanding abilities, Marwen Blackthorn Not very likable.
The Snowhoof clan is a supporter of the Stormcloaks, and their youngest daughter Lilija is even a Stormcloak medic. Recently missing on the battlefield and said to have been killed. Therefore, Vulwulf Snow-Shod and his wife were very hostile to the empire. But Asgeir Snow-Shod, the eldest son, as Marwen's partner and the fiancé of Vittoria Vici, the cousin of Emperor Titus Meder II, did not completely agree with this. Moreover, some opinions that are contrary to those of his family members were also expressed in public conversations. Therefore, his marriage to the Empire was even seen as a sign of a turnaround in the relationship between the Empire and Tianji.
So two big families, two unions, and a confident female lord. There are intrigues and deceptions, and all parties compete. Let Riften become the most depraved and chaotic dark place in Skyrim.
Even so, maintaining the tacit harmony on the surface is also a political question that must be answered. The palace dance, which was full of drunkenness and drunkenness, was still going on as scheduled in the hall of the lord's castle.
At this moment, a letter was quickly sent into the lord's hall of Mistveil Keep by the wood elf housekeeper Anuriel.
"Baron Ximu?" Laila the "Spellcaster" couldn't help but exclaimed, attracting the attention of the entire audience.
"Yes, my lord." The housekeeper subconsciously glanced at Marwen Blackthorn, who was dressed in a dress, and answered respectfully.
