in the name of the queen

Chapter 162 If everyone abandons the contract, it does not count as abandoning the contract

Roland didn't care what the people in Vaal City-State thought, nor did he take the initiative to contact them.

He was waiting for representatives from the Kingdom of Golden Kite and the Kingdom of Tyrol.

Why should the fate of the Vaal city-state be decided by the Vaal people?

As a city-state with a population of less than 300,000 and a territory of less than 17,000 square kilometers, their fate is completely determined by the big powers.

Roland didn't even need to worry about this matter.

The cabinet will certainly react.

Although the cabinet and the Queen have conflicts on many issues, internal conflicts can be reconciled. What Roland and Sif are developing overseas is national interests, and they cannot stand idly by.

Diplomatic power is the power of the emperor. Normally, Sif makes the decision. Now that she has no personal power, the chief minister can only act on her behalf.

Roland did not plan to make any decisions before William arrived.

They are not stupid, they just want to take advantage of other countries and sell them at a good price.

They couldn't figure out how Roland could say such shameless words so calmly.

The Waal city-state has little arable land, and its food supply mainly relies on Sussex and the Weimar Confederation.

Yes, I can have enough to eat.

If you don't comply, the gunboats will come.

After the Golden Kite Kingdom, representatives from other countries also expressed their "congratulations" to the Vaal City State.

He never looked down on the locals just because he had the memory of two lifetimes.

After all, we are all civilized people, and we must have certain bottom lines when doing things and be mindful of the international outlook.

Roland is not pretending, he really doesn't understand diplomacy or negotiation.

They believe in money more than the goddess.

His reasons kept the officials of the city-state of Vaal silent all night.

The improvement of soil and water quality in the Miracle Land will increase merchants' profits, but not much.

Although the puppet government of Jin Yuan Kingdom wanted them to die immediately, it was not easy to attack them directly.

As an important link in starting the resurrection of the holy spring, they have also been put on a sacred cloak.

They are officials and businessmen.

Last night, representatives of the Vaal City State approached Roland privately, hoping to reach some shady agreement with him, but Roland flatly refused.

Diplomatic negotiation is a very professional field. How to play the cards in his hand to the best effect? ​​He asked himself that he did not have this ability.

Special envoy Jin Yuan looked at the officials of Vaal City State and teased with a smile: "Everyone of Vaal City, you are now the chosen people of the Miracle Land. Congratulations."

The whole world knows that he can be the master of the Queen, but he is still pretending.

In addition to taking away more than 30,000 refugees.

The officials of the city-state of Vaal looked particularly ugly.

Just leave matters like diplomatic negotiations to Mr. William.

Leave professional matters to professionals.

Now that the goal is achieved, Roland has no reason to stay.

As a subject of the Queen, privately conducting diplomatic activities with other countries is treason.

Leaving this matter to William also respected the cabinet and maintained a delicate balance between the emperor and the cabinet.

Roland's reasons for refusing were high-sounding.

This matter involves too many things and no one can make the decision easily. It must be resolved through an international conference.

The city-state of Vaal is destined to become a place of right and wrong.

In their eyes, Roland is not necessarily an enemy, but he is definitely a trouble. This guy has no peace no matter where he is.

The return journey went very smoothly.

Their status now is not as refugees, but as God’s chosen people.

Even if it keeps him busy, he still has to thank Roland.

After seeing off the Sussexes, representatives from other countries also left.

This is also an important reason why they prefer the Sussex Empire.

The Sussex fleet heads north.

Dignitaries and special envoys from various countries, representatives of the Holy Court of Fertility and Light, and anxious officials of the Vaal City-State came to the dock to see him off.

He knows a little bit about taking advantage of the situation to bully and extort, but he is a pure amateur in serious diplomatic negotiations.

Whether he is a friend or an enemy, it is always a good thing to stay away from him.

He is a governor-general and has no diplomatic powers.

Seeing the huge fleet leaving with more than 30,000 people, most of the people present breathed a sigh of relief.

Seeing this huge fleet, no one in their right mind would come looking for trouble.

Roland placed Mr. Carlo's followers on the border of the Selin and Hanseatic provinces, marked out areas for them, arranged food and accommodation, and supported them in building their own camps according to the customs of their hometown.

The transportation here is convenient, the climate is pleasant, and a strong camp can be established against the valley, which is very suitable for these insecure people.

In addition, Roland also arranged for priests to provide medical protection for the elderly, weak, women and children.

These priests are not from the Temple of Abundance, but from the Temple of Light.

Although the specific conditions have not yet been discussed, both parties agreed that Roland would become an honorary knight of the Holy Court.

Since the honorary knights have requirements, sending some healers is just a small matter.

A high-ranking official in Athos volunteered to provide a doctor. Considering the medical level of this era, Roland declined his offer and chose to believe in divine magic.

The trip went smoothly, with only two elderly people passing away.

They were buried in the lily-bedecked cemetery.

Before their death, the two old men expressed their wish to return to their hometown in the future, but Lomio and others could only respond with silence.

Even with Roland's support and Miss Alina's leadership, they still feel that this dream is too far away.

But it’s always good to have dreams.

As the news of Roland's efforts to turn the tide and save the Holy Spring's resurrection ceremony spread throughout the continent, more and more people came to Hansa to pursue their dreams.

The second batch of talent recruitment also officially kicked off.

The quality of the talents who came to apply this time was very high.

I don’t dare to show my eyes without two brushes.

Faced with so many talents, Roland raised the standard of personal assessment.

Only applicants with A-level abilities and above and very special applicants are checked by him and Sif.

Still, he's very busy these days.

The interview process is almost fixed.

Each candidate's position is first determined by Sif's [Insight]. There is no requirement to be loyal, but there must be no ill will towards the Governor and the Queen.

Roland has a unique understanding of loyalty.

He does not feel that there is absolute loyalty or absolute disloyalty.

If the master is not a good person, why should his subordinates be loyal?

But the applicant must at least not have malicious intentions.

After meeting the last applicant, Sif, who had consumed too much using [Insight] many times, went back to the palace to rest.

Just when Roland was about to take a rest, the distinguished guest arrived as promised.

Candidate Saint Christine and Cardinal Yiga of the Holy Temple of Light came to visit together.

The benefit that Roland had been waiting for for a long time finally came to his door.

He is as enthusiastic as ever to the distinguished guests who come to deliver benefits.

Roland informed the manager of the Governor's Mansion to prepare the dinner to the highest standards and he would receive it seriously.

Cardinal Yiga did not refuse Roland's kindness. He didn't care about the dinner, what he cared about was Roland's attitude.

The dinner consisted of light and elegant dishes. In order to show her sincerity, Lisa personally cooked several famous dishes from the third era.

Iga and Christine originally just took a few bites out of politeness, but they didn't expect these dishes to be so exquisite and delicious. After all, they picked up their knives and forks to feed the gluttons first.

After eating and drinking, Roland invited the two distinguished guests to the small study to prepare for the dinner.

Cardinal Yiga is about fifty years old. He is well-maintained and does not look old. He looks like he is in his thirties.

After the two parties exchanged pleasantries, Yiga first sincerely praised the dishes at the dinner, and then laid out the conditions.

"My Lord Governor, Bishop Hettingson has previously promised to bear the resettlement costs of God's chosen people. The Pope and several cardinals recognize his commitment, please rest assured."

"After our rough calculation, the basic cost of fully relocating them for three years is approximately 270,000 pounds in your currency. I will transfer this cost to you soon."

Two hundred and seventy thousand pounds is a lot less, but not a lot more.

With the size of the Holy Palace of Light, this amount of money is nothing.

Just an appetizer.

Cardinal Yiga then raised the rights and obligations of knights of honour.

A simple summary is to enjoy the treatment of a cardinal, but it does not count as a formal religious membership, so Roland will not be embarrassed.

Roland's request for a priest was also met.

At least fifty priests who are proficient in basic healing arts serve the Governor's Palace in a private capacity.

Roland was a little confused. If it was just for these things, there would be no need for the Cardinal to come. A visit from Christine or Hettingson would be enough.

The status of the powerful cardinal was no lower than that of Roland, the governor. It was an exaggeration to ask the cardinal to travel thousands of kilometers just for this matter.

Under Roland's puzzled gaze, Yijia coughed sheepishly and made his real request.

"Sir Governor, although the miracle of our religion has come to the city-state of Vaal, the beliefs here are chaotic and the Holy Palace of Abundance is the main one, which puts us in a bit of a dilemma."

"We don't want to have a direct conflict with the Holy Palace of Abundance, but the City of Miracles must be obtained."

Yiga said helplessly: "It would be a big joke if the Land of Miracles of our religion fell into the hands of other religions. Of course we hope to solve it through peaceful means, but the Holy Palace of Plenty refuses to give in."

"I really don't want to resort to force, but we can't retreat."

Roland nodded to express understanding.

The miracles of light are not within the control of the Holy Palace of Light. This is really an international joke.

Religious people are not businessmen.

Of course they will make concessions, but as long as their beliefs are involved, they will fight to the end.

Such as jihad.

The word stuck on Yiga's lips and did not come out, but Roland understood it.

He smiled and said: "Bishop Yiga, if Vaal City was my territory, I could make the decision and let you preach there, but unfortunately not."

"I think it can be." Yiga's tone was calm, as if the city-state of Vaal was not an independent country, but a small house on the roadside.

"The Vaal Lake Summit is about to be held. If you are willing to stand with us, the Holy Court will also support the inclusion of all or part of the Vaal City-State under your name."

"What about the Continental Convention?" Roland asked curiously.

“As long as both contracting parties believe that the Convention should be amended or invalidated, it will not be considered a breach of contract.”

Good guy, as long as everyone breaks the contract together, it doesn't count as breaking the contract.

learned.

Roland asked with a smile: "By acquiring the city-state of Vaal in my name, and then handing her over to the Holy Court, am I a bit of a loser? This kind of thing offends a lot of people."

Yiga said with a serious expression: "You will have our full support."

"For example?" Roland asked softly.

"A force of five thousand temple warriors is completely at your mercy. As long as you don't use them as cannon fodder, I will provide training and equipment to help make up for the losses."

Roland's eyes lit up.

This is a real waste of money.

Temple warriors are different from ordinary armies. They are well-trained, well-equipped, and most importantly, they have fanatical beliefs.

This is an iron-blooded force that can fight to the last man in the cold weapon age.

The value of these 5,000 men is equivalent to 50,000 ordinary troops.

If he becomes an honorary knight, there is no doubt about the loyalty of these people.

Roland's heart was beating loudly, and he asked curiously: "I'm very curious, why does the Holy Court treat me so favorably?"

"Because you are the one being watched by the goddess." Yiga said calmly.

Roland almost couldn't hold back his laughter, but he tried very hard to hold it back.

He broke his wild laughter into several segments and turned it into a warm smile.

Ah, yes, yes, you are right, the goddess is indeed watching.

But that's a death stare!
Yiga's attitude made Roland a little confused.

Are there so few means of communication between the goddess and her believers?

Although there are few people who can hear the voice of the goddess across the plane wall, there are some.

If the goddess wants Roland to die, she can inform someone listening.

Judging from Yiga's attitude, the goddess of light did not do this.

After thinking for a moment, Roland quickly understood the goddess's thoughts.

The phrase "The same goes for you" made the aloof goddess break her guard.

No matter what you scold, in the eyes of the proud goddess, it is just the whine of an ant, not worth mentioning.

But Roland's words were different.

An ant actually dares to say to the superior goddess that you are also an ant, and it is strange not to break your defense.

Lies don't hurt, truth is the knife.

Roland took off the goddess's hazy veil and stabbed it in with a knife.

The goddess of light was angry.

This is good, at least the goddess will not let her younger brother kill him before the final day of return.

As for how to face the goddess's wrath after the plane is completely stable, Roland has no idea yet.

He believes that his future self will definitely have a way.

Faced with an offer he couldn't refuse, Roland said calmly: "I want a little more, and give me three more high-level templars."

Yiga's face changed slightly, and he said in a deep voice: "Mr. Governor, it is not easy to train high-level templars. Isn't it a bit excessive for you to ask for three as soon as you ask?"

"Three, no one can be missing."

"You!" Yijia was a little angry. Roland's request was somewhat excessive.

"In return, I designate the title of Honorary Knight as Knight of Light."

Yijia was stunned for a moment, then smiled and extended his right hand to Roland.

"Welcome to embrace the light, Knight of Light, we will be a family from now on."

Roland stood up and held Yiga's hands together.

Yiga's hands were slender and white, very warm, and made people feel at ease.

As expected of a cardinal, a simple handshake and a smile can completely convey goodwill.

Ordinary believers would be so excited when the cardinal shook hands with such a smile that they would not want to wash their hands for three days.

This is the power of religion.

Roland doesn't like religion, nor does he reject it. He respects reality.

Yiga looked back at Kristine and said calmly: "Kristin, you stay. In a few days, two Templar Knights will come with the Temple Knights. You lead this team."

"Ah?!" X2
Roland and Christine looked shocked at the same time, neither of them expected Yiga to arrange it like this.

(End of this chapter)