Gathering Wives with a System Chapter 475 Sharing Hundreds of Summons, Meeting Sword Empress

He mused about the possibility of sharing troops and structures.

It was a thrilling concept. Could his system actually facilitate such a transfer?

'System, share Emily's troops!'

Champion-rank Summon (Low-rank species), Purple Gale gained.

Champion-rank Summon (Low-rank species), Hammer Goliath gained.

Champion-rank Summon...

Champion-rank...

Ch...

A multitude of luminous manifestations sparked within Isaac's consciousness. These represented the summons Emily had acquired through her personal summoning altar.

Collectively, they numbered over 200.

Within this contingent, a mere one percent consisted of Champions, five percent were Masters, ten percent were Elites, fifteen percent were Adepts, and the remainder were Initiates.

While the proportion of high-tier summons might seem small, their actual numbers were quite significant. He could distinctly identify five Champions, complemented by dozens of Masters and Elites.

"The most valuable aspect here is acquiring summons with Life Talent and Support Talent."

Within his own City, Isaac predominantly obtained summons possessing Combat Talent via the summoning altar.

Although summons with Combat Talent were beneficial, those with Life Talent and Support Talent were equally, if not more, coveted.

'At last, a dependable source for Life and Support Talent summons is secured.'

Isaac harbored no concerns regarding potential identity conflicts for the summoned entities should they encounter their duplicated counterparts.

The very summons he had shared from Emily served as the basis for this assurance. Those particular summons had retained their individual identities, firmly believing themselves to be unique even after encountering their exact replicas.

A similar outcome was anticipated in this instance.

'Summoning these individuals into reality is not feasible at this moment. Were I to proceed, other Lords would undoubtedly notice my possession of numerous individuals with a 'twin,' making any explanation considerably challenging...'

'Wait, could I not simply attribute it to my Lord Talent?'

'Indeed, reconsidering, my Lord Talent is already quite conspicuous to everyone. The 200% Drop Rate!'

'Emily's own Talent is also readily apparent. She possesses the ability to resurrect her citizens!'

'The necessity arises for another Lord to serve under me. I can designate the capacity to replicate summons as their Lord Talent!'

Having solidified his strategic decisions, he glanced back at the status screen, a subtle grin playing on his lips.

'System, share the buildings within Emily's City!'

Please upgrade System to Level 3 to share the Buildings.

Upgrade Requirements: Have five wives, each with 100+ Affection.

Upgrade Benefits: Share dungeon rewards, stack Titles, share building rewards.

Isaac's gaze intensified.

Rather than feeling discouraged, he experienced a surge of motivation from the system's prompt.

'I already have Alice, Emily, Celia, and sis. All of them possess an Affection level exceeding 100!'

'With Selene's inclusion, I will reach the threshold of five wives, triggering the System's upgrade.

The prospect of sharing buildings was absolutely astounding.

It promised to propel Isaac's growth as a Lord at an absolutely unparalleled rate.

'If I can share structures, I could potentially funnel all my resources into Emily's City and then gain access to the completed buildings myself,' he contemplated.

He turned his attention to the blueprints acquired from Emily.

These blueprints were exclusively of rare rarity. Though potent, their construction demanded exceedingly scarce resources.

The majority of the necessary materials could be procured with currency, but several components – the refined resonance crystal for the Watchtower, a particular compressed alloy integral to the Thornwall's foundational sections, and the memory-bound stone required for the Archive – were exclusive to specific Lords.

Other settlements held established rights over their production, strictly prohibiting unrestricted sales.

The sole avenue for accessing these materials was through negotiation, and the Lords controlling these rights would be acutely aware of their immense value.

This underscored the critical importance of today's meeting for Isaac.

The quantity of materials he could secure from the other Lords was entirely dependent on the success of his negotiations.

Naturally, a distinct possibility existed that the Lords might refuse to sell him the materials, opting instead to maintain a strategic advantage.

Isaac understood the necessity of being prepared for all eventualities.

'I truly wish Selene were present. Her assistance would be invaluable,' he thought.

He had observed her meticulously develop her negotiation strategies during the recent Trial.

She was no longer the naive girl ensnared by his manipulative tactics during their initial business dealings; she had transformed into a formidable force, demonstrating negotiation skills superior to many individuals twice her age.

Nevertheless, even in her absence today, he had gleaned valuable insights from observing her, instilling a profound confidence in his own capabilities.

'Only by securing all the necessary materials today can I truly equip my city and ensure that no one dares to look down upon us again!'

Isaac replayed the morning's events in his mind, recalling the condescending attitude of the Florathi.

That display stemmed directly from their unchallenged military supremacy within the region. Their sheer power had fostered an arrogance that permitted such behavior.

Isaac currently had Avery at his side, a presence that was far from insignificant as a deterrent. X-019 and Elyndra had been forced to retreat in utter disarray upon encountering her formidable might.

However, Avery, despite her extraordinary capabilities, was ultimately just one individual.

Even she alone would find it impossible to halt the entire Florathi kingdom.

Isaac urgently needed to upgrade his City and increase its strength if he aspired to contend with other Lords. For that goal to be achieved, today's events needed to unfold successfully.

As he concluded this thought, he guided his carriage into the central building, and everyone disembarked.

The interior of the structure was already bustling with activity.

Celia, accompanied by Althea, Emily, and Charlotta, separated from the group to immerse themselves in the festival's delights. Arlene joined them, leaving Isaac in the main corridor with Alice and Avery.

The Lords' gathering permitted each Lord to bring along two additional individuals. Avery and Alice were designated as Isaac's companions for the occasion. Emily had opted to enjoy the festivities with Celia, expressing a desire to avoid the stress of the meeting. "The assembled Lords will likely be eager to scrutinize me. Perhaps I should offer them a surprise?" Isaac mused, idly toying with the pendant the angel had bestowed upon him. This artifact possessed the ability to conceal any aspect of his status he wished. Provided he concealed his War God lineage, Isaac saw no need to hide anything else, particularly given his understanding of how Inspect items functioned. These items, unlike his own comprehensive Inspect ability, possessed significant limitations. He was still formulating his grand entrance when a familiar presence registered in his awareness, drawing his gaze toward the lounge area adjacent to the main hall. The Sword Empress was seated there. She looked up as he entered and then rose to her feet.

Isaac momentarily froze.

He had anticipated her potential presence, but encountering her in person, following their experiences during the Trial, triggered a complex array of questions. The most pressing among them was whether she retained any memory of those events and, if so, what her reaction to such recollections might be.

Her expression, as she traversed the room to meet him, offered no discernible clues.

She appeared serene and composed, any underlying discomfort expertly concealed to a degree beyond his immediate perception.

"It has been some time since our last encounter, master," Isaac remarked, opting for a neutral tone. "Mhm," she responded, stopping directly before him. "I have been diligently engaged in training and enhancing my strength. With the arrival of numerous Lords, I was determined to prevent anyone from harboring the notion that they could look down upon this city."

Isaac offered a nod.

He felt a strong urge to employ his Inspect ability on her, to ascertain the truth beneath her composed exterior. However, he resisted the impulse. At times, the most prudent course of action was to refrain from knowing, as such knowledge could precipitate more complications than ignorance. This situation felt precisely like one of those instances.

"I will be attending the meeting with you, alongside Alice and the Water Elemental Spirit," she stated.

"The assembly permits only two individuals per Lord," Isaac pointed out. "Indeed, but they will not impose restrictions on Avery. Furthermore, Florathi will make arrangements for my presence on their behalf, ensuring I am not counted against your quota."

She delivered this information with a sense of practicality, as if the logistical arrangements were already finalized. Isaac nodded, but then a realization dawned upon him.

"Wait, if you and Avery are not counted as individuals I've brought, then isn't Alice the only person accompanying me?" he inquired. "No, you already have a second individual," the Sword Empress replied.

"And who might that be?" Isaac asked.