rise of empire total war

Chapter 214 Conditions of Peace

Youth was the first impression of Jacob Herceg, the diplomatic chief of the Principality of Lasik, after meeting the supreme ruler of the Kingdom of Winster.

But then, this impression was changed, because he found that the king in front of him was not only young, but also full of heroism, exuding the coercion of a superior person, which made Jacob feel very depressed-this feeling, It will only appear when facing His Royal Highness.

Swallowing the saliva secreted by nervousness, Jacob didn't know why he was nervous. The age of the foreign ruler in front of him was only a few years older than his son. Perhaps, it was because of his young age. Just be nervous about the achievements you get.

You must know that the young king sitting in front of him, although he went into exile in another country when he was young, six years later, he led the tiger and wolf army to kill the enemy, regain the kingdom that should belong to him, and single-handedly defeated the Three Kingdoms Allied Forces , annexing one country and vassaling another, forcing the last country to actively seek peace.

Looking at all the countries on the Wadasia Peninsula, there are not many such terrifying characters.

Taking a deep breath, Jacob calmed down the tension in his heart, opened his mouth, and said respectfully: "His Majesty King Winster, I am Jacob Herceg, Chief of Foreign Affairs of the Principality of Lasik, and I respect you. By order of the Grand Duke, I have come to offer you a peace treaty."

After he finished speaking, he added: "It's time to end the war. This war has caused our people misery and countless soldiers have died on the battlefield. For the sake of the people of both countries, please end this war."

"End the war?" Richard narrowed his eyes after hearing this and looked at the diplomatic director who was nearly fifty years old, making the latter a little uneasy. After a few seconds, he chuckled and said: "Dear Ya Your Excellency, Chief Foreign Officer of Gebu, as far as I know, the origin of this war is that you united with the Kunians to attempt to split my Urifu territory. Even seven years ago, you assisted Jutian in launching a rebellion and murdering me. My father, King Alfonso. I will not forget all this easily until you pay a sufficient price."

Hearing Richard's words, Jacob broke out in a cold sweat. How could he not know what his country had done before, whether it was the rebellion against King Alfonso seven years ago, or Richard's support for Ukraine after the restoration? Rif led to independence, and there were them and the Cunya people among them. Now that the Cunya Republic has collapsed, only he, the decimated Lasik Principality, is left. Richard really has no reason to agree to negotiate a peace.

However, he still wanted to fight for it, for his own country.After thinking about it, Jacob came up with a countermeasure, and he said, "Your Majesty the King, I deeply apologize to you for the hostile actions that we have participated in against you. You are an enemy, but the Republic of Cunha insists on being hostile to you, as an ally, we can only participate."

"Oh? Really." Richard said without any expression on his face, so Jacob couldn't guess what he was thinking.

"That's right." Jacob said without changing his face, "Your Majesty the King, in order to express our apology, we are willing to compensate your country for all losses and sign a peace treaty with your country for ten years. "

"Hahaha..." A harsh sneer came from Richard's mouth, causing Jacob's face to change slightly, but he quickly recovered. Before he could speak, Richard said jokingly: "Your country's sincerity It’s so rich, it really touched me.”

Jacob's face was full of embarrassment. He couldn't hear what Richard was saying, but there was nothing he could do about it. Although his grand duke wanted to negotiate a peace, he didn't want to pay a high price. His stinginess was brought into full play.

Seeing Jacob's expression, Richard vaguely guessed something, he sneered, and continued: "It's very simple to negotiate a peace, first, pay [-] silver coins to make up for all our losses, and of course, redeem you The prisoners of war have to pay additional funds; second, cede Odell Fort east of the Luoba River. These are the two conditions."

"You just call it that?" Jacob complained secretly in his heart, but he didn't dare to say it on the surface. He just showed a embarrassed expression and said, "Dear Your Majesty, I'm afraid we can't meet such harsh conditions." accept."

"Since you don't accept my conditions, let's continue fighting." Richard did not give him a chance to bargain, and said decisively: "The army stationed on the west bank of the Luoba River can cross the Luoba River at any time and fight If you are willing to see the war raging in your country, then continue the war!"

Hearing this, Jacob's face changed drastically and he said quickly: "No, His Majesty the King, please give us some time to think about it. I want to report this matter to His Highness the Grand Duke."

"Okay, I'll give you time. If I don't get the answer I want before September, my army will cross the Luoba River!" Richard said firmly.

Giving a deadline was naturally thought of by Richard in order to prevent the Lasik people from delaying the time. Although he was very confident of victory, he didn't want to cause unnecessary casualties.

After the negotiation ended, Jacob left quickly. Of course, this departure was not leaving the city of Plange, but returning to the residence of the mission arranged by Governor Marek. Not long after returning, one of the mission members rode He got on a fast horse and left the city. Judging by his appearance, he was returning to the country to report the results of the negotiations to the ruler.

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Ten days later, the courier sent by Jacob finally rushed back, and he also brought back the answer from Felicias, Grand Duke of Lasik. After receiving the answer, Jacob hurriedly met again through Governor Marek. See Richard, explaining to the latter the Grand Duke's reply.

"Dear Your Majesty the King, I have received instructions from His Highness the Grand Duke." Jacob said, "The compensation of [-] silver coins you proposed is really beyond our scope of acceptance, but in order to express our country's sincerity, His Highness the Grand Duke is willing to When his princess marries you, the two countries will become allies, and at the same time give your country [-] silver coins, cede Odellburg and its affiliated territories as a dowry..."

"???"

Richard was stunned for a moment. When he looked at Jacob, his expression didn't look like he was joking. He swallowed and said, "Jacob, Head of Diplomacy, I have to remind you that I have already contacted Stephen from the Kingdom of Lavana. Queen Ni is engaged and it is impossible to marry a princess from your country."

I thought that Jacob, who was politely rejected by Richard, would change his mind, but he said seriously: "Your Majesty the King, according to the tradition of our Lasik people, a nobleman can have several wives and concubines while having a legal wife. . For the sake of the friendship between the two countries, His Highness the Grand Duke is willing to let the princess become your wife and concubine."

"..."

Richard was speechless for a moment.

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