I Will Be The Crowned King

"Beluga Harbor-Red Hand Bay Military Alliance Agreement (non-public:

[1. Beluga Port has the responsibility to provide military protection to Red Hand Bay. At the same time, if any enemy invades the territory of one of the two sides, the other side unconditionally declares war on the enemy. 】

[2. During the war, Red Hand Bay opened ports, urban communities, roads and all strongholds to Beluga Port; when necessary, Beluga Port has the right to requisition all the facilities, personnel and materials of Red Hand Bay to provide sufficient supplies to Red Hand Bay. security. 】

[3. All military operations expenses of Beluga Port will be borne independently by Beluga Port (this paragraph is crossed out) - it will be borne by both parties after negotiation, and the Red Hand Bay Council is responsible for ensuring that within its territory, Beluga Basic logistical supplies for all militaries in the port as well as required costs and compensation. 】

[4. The two sides share all information, disclose the content of parliamentary discussions to each other, and organize regular meetings (once every two weeks) to exchange information. 】

[5. Both sides set up resident diplomats in their respective parliaments. 】

[6. All trade behaviors of the two parties should adhere to the principle of the most favorable price and unify tariffs. For all commodities with 'price disputes', the tariff price should be determined after negotiation between the two parties, and each revision should be re-negotiated; if either party violates it, it will be The agreement shall be voided if it is deemed to violate the agreement itself. 】

[7. The two sides do not restrict the movement of each other's personnel, and treat any people living in their respective territories equally. 】

[8. Allow the Faithful Alliance to move freely, preach, organize large-scale events, and purchase real estate within their respective territories; allow the "Red Hand Bay Justice News" (the "Beluga Port Good Man Newspaper") to circulate normally in Red Hand Bay, No prohibition shall be carried out. 】

[9. All of the above terms apply to all countries that join the alliance afterward; both sides should actively win over their allies and call on all forces that resist imperial rule to join their own camp, or at least maintain a neutral attitude toward resistance. 】

In nine simple terms, Anson and Pete Chatham went from early morning to early evening; during this period, except for Talia, who came once in the middle, she delivered coffee and her homemade apple pie (making the rest for Lisa). ), never ate once, and even went to the bathroom only once.

Unprepared, Pete was exhausted after twelve hours of negotiation, and he signed his name on the agreement in a hurry.

Anson took away his share of the duplicate agreement and left with satisfaction.

He actually doesn't care whether Pitt or the Red Hand Bay behind him will abide by the agreement; as long as he finds a way to spread the existence of this agreement, the goal will be achieved.

The Red Hand Bay Council...and even all the rebel colonies of the Empire did not really want to betray the Empire. Anson knew this well after seeing the "Council of Five Hundred People in Beluga Port" with his own eyes.

The vested interests of these colonies, eager for self-government, eager to get rid of their exploited enemies and gain more benefits, want to rebel against the empire; but they also know very well that once the homeland really makes up their minds, their little strength is at best a stubborn resistance. , It's just a pointless struggle, in addition to killing 800 enemies and losing 10,000, there is nothing to do.

On the one hand, they are unwilling, and on the other hand, they are timid and cowardly. They find responsibility for themselves when they are beaten. If they want to surrender, they are worried that others will rob them first. Don't dare to win over strong aid and be stingy; but as long as there is a fear of life, you will immediately agree to anything.

This is pretty much the general image of the colonial ruling class and vested interests.

Therefore, this agreement is not so much for the rebellious colonies, but for the imperial army that is fighting the rebellion; use an agreement and the fall of Long Lake Town to anger the empire and make the rebellious colonies completely lost retreat.

If they still refuse to join, Anson can only consider using some more radical means to take down these colonies before the Empire starts - they will either hang their flagpoles individually, or they will be caught by the Empire to hang the flagpoles collectively. There will be no retreat.

In fact, it would be even better if Red Hand Bay violated the agreement, Ansen could justifiably leak the news to Longhu Town, let the Empire kill Red Hand Bay first, and make them the best negative example.

This way, when the storm division swallows... rebuilds Long Lake Town and Red Hand Bay, and draws in other colonial councils, it will be more convenient to persuade - after all, facts speak louder than words, and those who are too good at compromise will never cry without seeing the coffin of.

But no matter what the outcome is, as long as Longhu Town falls and the rebellious empire's colonies begin to unite, the first step of Anson's plan will be a success, and the next plot should be the "just" storm division uniting "the weak and helpless" ” of the New World colonies against imperial tyranny.

Of course, such a major military operation is impossible without notifying the mainland; even before obtaining the consent of the mainland - at least acquiescence - the army of Beluga Harbor cannot even leave the Ice Dragon Fjord easily, at most only Can fight back when attacked.

After all, now is not the time for the levy, the whole army is organized from soldiers to officers; even with the title of the founder of the army and the glorious victory of Hantu, he can't convince everyone to give up the iron rice bowl and the light In the future, follow him to resist and seek death.

And to be honest, the reason why the entire storm division was willing to go to the colony with him to be "exiled" was actually in the mind of recuperation or even old age to a certain extent.

After a few years of qualifications in the edge of the isolated world, it is very convenient to rely on this experience for promotion or transfer; for the sake of money, I can help the Rune family to stand in front of the White Whale Port. Having a firm foothold has already given a lot of face to a certain commander-in-chief who is keen to do things.

Therefore, unless there is a huge profit margin, the local acquiescence and the unavoidable necessity, it is absolutely impossible for the storm division to accompany Ansen to make another "Eastern Rotation" in the icy and snowy new world in early spring.

Therefore, he promised Pete that "as long as the Red Hand Bay is threatened, the Beluga Port will immediately send troops to rescue." All support - except help.

When the time comes, I will go to the Moby Dick with Senator Pitt, whose whole family has been killed, and draw an illustration of himself holding his hand to express his comfort. It's a pity it's too late." - The people of Ice Dragon Fjord will have more talk in the next few months.

But at least for now, Anson still wants to act, so Congressman Pitt has not been lucky enough to be on the front page.

………………

"Really, that's really unfortunate."

At dinner time, Talia, who was enjoying mulled wine, shook her head and said with some regret: "If it is really successful, maybe it can be made into a long-term plate, and Talia has already thought about the title - Beluga Port's A fallen leaf, the last Red Hand Bay man."

"Uh... this, isn't that bad?" An Sen, who was about to fork a piece of charcoal-grilled beef tenderloin, was stunned, staring at the juicy beef on the plate, but he was still very eager to survive and immediately added:

"Of course, I'm not talking about bad behavior! I'm talking about such a deep story, wouldn't it be too boring for those ordinary people..."

"On the contrary, my dear Anson, because it has enough depth, it can sell well." Talia raised the corner of her mouth slightly, and her scarlet tongue licked off the wine stain on her upper lip:

"When thinking about whether a piece of news is suitable, you must first put yourself in the reader's position; a good news that can attract them can be divided into three kinds - what they care about, what they have a sense of substitution, and what they like to hear."

"The price of food and fuel, job postings, taxes... these are the things they care about, a certain worker who worked hard to open a tavern, an adventurer who killed the natives who tried to attack him, these are the things they can feel involved in. of."

"And a big man from a foreign land, especially a foreign country who has a competitive relationship with Beluga Port, unfortunately got bad luck, but because he stayed in Beluga Port, he survived by luck..." An Sen took over and said:

"It must be something that readers will love to see, right?"

"Exactly." Talia raised her glass and took a sip:

"As a negotiator, the Honourable Pete Chatham is completely unqualified, and he can't even survive a round in front of dear Anson; but as the protagonist of a certain news, he perfectly fits all the characteristics of the 'pleasant' category. "

Anson twitched the corners of his mouth.

"Uh... can I ask a question?"

"of course can."

"Who taught you these... little tips for editing news?"

"Unfortunately, no." Talia shook her head regretfully:

"At Lund Manor, Talia never read any newspapers, nor did Moby-Dick Port; but fortunately, Mr. Alan Down, Jr., Anson's clerk, carried in his luggage There is a lot of material, including many old newspapers."

"Talia has learned a lot from these old newspapers, especially one called Clovis Truth, which has a detective novella section and a very clever way of editing many news and stories. , interspersed in interesting plots, with the help of a detective, it is very vivid and vivid."

Clovis Facts? Detective story?

This familiar combination immediately brought back some unpleasant memories of An Sen. He raised his head alertly and looked at the girl opposite: "Wait, shouldn't you be talking about..."

Before he could speak, Talia took the initiative to announce the answer: "The author's name is Draco, Draco Wilts."

Anson Bach: "..."

"Is he Anson's friend?"

Talia didn't seem to notice Anson's expression, and asked with a smile.

"Forget it, we're actually not very acquainted, we've only met a few times."

Well, and it's already the limit. After seeing him a few more times, Anson is really worried that he can't help but take out his "dagger" and aim it at his temple three times in a row...twice.

"Talia wants to invite him to be a guest at Beluga Port and become the resident editor of the newspaper." The girl said softly, holding up the glass bottle to pour wine for Anson.

"Always, permanent?!"

An Sen's expression was startled, and he almost threw the wine glass in his hand.

"He's an expert in editing and Anson's friend, so Talia thinks it's appropriate to invite him."

The girl still kept a gentle smile: "With such professional talents to assist, it should be very helpful to the development of the Luen family in the media industry in the new world, right?"

"Big, maybe." Anson really didn't want to discuss this topic, but was "interested" in another:

"when?"

"Umm... Probably the beginning of next month, if all goes well."

"Are you going to send him another letter early next month?"

"No, he should arrive at the beginning of next month...if all goes well."

Talia smiled sweetly, with white teeth showing a little between her upper and lower lips: "Talia has already sent the letter... Just when Anson entrusted Mr. Alan Dawn to help you send the letter to The same day as Miss Sophia."

Hearing this, An Sen forced a smile, which directly solidified on his face.

The restaurant was completely quiet, except for the crisp touch of knives and forks against the bowls and plates when the girl was eating, and An Sen's undulating, obviously accelerated heartbeat.

"Miss Sophia is also Anson's friend. Writing letters to her friends is a very normal thing. Talia will not interfere."

The girl picked up a piece of beef tenderloin with a fork and placed it lightly on An Sen's plate: "But as An Sen's fiancée, it's really unreasonable to be ignorant of her future husband's relationship with a young woman... isn't it?"

She put down the tableware in her hand, and her clear pupils exuded a soft light, as if two bright gems were waving at him and smiling.

Facing Talia's innocuous gaze~www.readwn.com~ Anson's heartstrings tensed to the extreme.

After a long time, he immediately "experienced" him just after threatening others, and forced a smile on his stiff cheeks:

"……I see."

"The next time I write a letter, I won't hide it from you again."

"And Talia will never peek at the content of Anson's letter - we must maintain trust in each other, just like all fiancées." The girl tilted her head, her face full of happiness:

"So what are we going to do next?"

"Next step?"

"Longhu Town." Talia reminded softly:

"Didn't we just talk about how to take advantage of the conflict between Long Lake Town and Red Hand Bay to surround all the rebel colonies and let them rely on Beluga Harbor to fight against the tyranny and invasion of the empire?"

"Ah...ah! Sorry, I almost forgot about this... Hahaha... Next step... Next step..."

An Sen was stunned, his stiff body returned to normal, and the corners of his mouth began to rise naturally:

"Next, we should be invaded by Changhu Town."

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