Chapter 186 185 The Essence of Politics Lies in the Game, Commonly Known as Jumping Left and Right

Chapter 186 185. The essence of politics is in the game, commonly known as jumping left and right

Marshal Loren was promoted, not only in military rank, but also in title.

His title of Baron Frederick inherited from his mother was promoted to earl by King Louis, but he did not have a fiefdom.

This is not because the king is not generous, but because Marshal Loren has half dwarf blood. Although the king trusts the marshal's loyalty, giving a half-blood fiefdom can easily cause some unnecessary waves in the next generation.

What's more, the silver dwarves already have their own large ancestral land in the Kingdom of Xilan.

Although Marshal Loren hates his irresponsible dwarf father very much, as the grandson of the Supreme Grand Duke of the Silver Dwarves, the "hereditary territory" he owns in the mountains near the Silver Castle is much richer than the average human earldom.

Moreover, once he marries the granddaughter of the current Supreme Lord of the Silver Dwarfs, and also his cousin, Her Highness Livrosa Silverheart, he will own the vast eleven mountains from Bourbon to Anjou as his territory.

Its area is comparable to the entire Transia. If it were placed more than a hundred years ago, it would be a principality.

Therefore, the marshal does not need these material possessions at all.

It's just this marriage.

How to say it, it's not so easy to get married.

Although his cousin is only three years younger than him and is 68 this year, Miss Livrosa is obviously still a minor in terms of the long lifespan of the dwarves.

Marshal Loren really can't do it.

He grew up in human society since he was a child. Although he also received the traditional education of the dwarves, some human moral values ​​constrained him and made him resist this marriage that he actually didn't hate.

Another reason is that although Marshal Loren accepted his bloodline and relied on his glorious resume to be regarded as the pride of the Silver Dwarf tribe from a rebellious "bad seed", he did not have a good relationship with his grandfather who served as the Supreme Lord of Silver Castle.

When he was young, the marshal always felt that his mother's tragic ending was caused by his grandfather. It was because he exiled his irresponsible father that his poor mother died alone in sincere longing.

As he grew older, especially after following King Louis in the wars and holding a high position, the marshal gradually understood his grandfather's difficulties.

He knew that many decisions of the superiors were not made by personal will.

But the dwarves are all stubborn and stubborn, and it is not so easy to make them bow their heads. While the marshal was unhappy, this bad mood seemed to have crossed time and space and passed on to another unlucky person who was trying to climb up.

"What?"

In the office of the Blood Eagle Corridor, Murphy, who was planning with Maxim how to start the cleanup of the numerous jackal bandits on the land of Transia, looked up in amazement at the Scarlet Archon who came to report the news in person.

He said to the panting Miriam:

"Tell me again, who wants to talk to me remotely?"

"Marshal Loren 'Steel Heart' Frederick, commander of the pioneering corps, commander of the eastern battlefield of the Plantagenet Kingdom, the last time we heard about him, he was still a general."

Miriam was also confused.

But she understood the importance of this matter, so she said in a serious tone:

"Major Fraser of the Pioneer Fortress just sent an urgent message to the communication frequency band of my computing orb. He explained this matter. Marshal Loren wanted to talk to the lord of the Transia region.

It is said that he wanted to discuss the defense of the Black Disaster and send some soldiers from the Plantagenet Kingdom to the southern part of Transia to assist in the establishment of a defense line."

"Is it the half-dwarf butcher who ordered the destruction of Cadman City?"

Maxim asked with a strong emotion:

"Did that bastard come here to provoke?"

"That is an act of war! Although I also reserve my own attitude on this matter, I must emphasize that the nature of this matter is very serious, and it is directly related to the authority and rule of the lord."

Milliam pulled out a chair and sat at the table covered with a map, explaining to her lord and colleagues:

"Before coming here, I talked in detail with Professor Malcolm. The professor believes that it is not enough for Lord Murphy to get the title of "Governor" appointed by the Queen of the Nordtoff Kingdom! At present, we Given the current environment, the governor of Transia must be recognized by the Plantagenet Kingdom in order to establish the neutral position of Transia between the two countries.

And the two governor appointments are enough for Lord Murphy to obtain an indisputable strong claim in Transia! No one can legally refute Lord Murphy's right to rule this land.

This is very important for the future development of our territory.

Only with a reasonable enough right to rule and claim can the decrees and laws you formulate later stand firm and be followed by the residents of the other two countries. To put it more seriously, this may be related to the issue of "national dignity". "

Milliam said a lot, and took a sip of the water cup, and then said to Murphy in a tactful tone:

"So our suggestion is that although the other party demolished your old home, we still hope that the lord can restrain his anger and emotions and complete the remote meeting with Marshal Loren tomorrow. The other party's psychic will be responsible for setting up a special psychic communication duct, and our psychic only needs to cooperate in performing the spell. "

Miriam herself felt that Murphy must have feelings for Marshal Loren, after all, Cadman City was ordered to be destroyed by the other party.

But in fact, Murphy has no special feelings for this city that once did not welcome him.

As for the destruction of Cadman City, although he must express his condolences on a humanitarian basis, and Murphy also feels sorry for the innocent dead, when it comes to his attitude towards Marshal Loren, he is not only filled with hatred, but even a little guilty.

After all, the arithmetic orbs he snatched in Smuggler's Wood were the marshal's "private property."

Doesn't this mean that the slave wants to take the initiative to talk to the robber? And based on the current importance of the Calculation Orb in the Scarlet Castle system, Marshal Loren is basically Murphy's "angel investor".

How embarrassing would it be if the other party came up and asked where the orb was as soon as this "psychic phone" was connected.

But thinking about it, with Marshal Loren's status, he shouldn't talk about such embarrassing things in a formal "diplomatic occasion", right?

Murphy's mind was racing. He coughed a few times and said:

"I have no problem, just about the conversation itself, it shouldn't be that easy to get the Plantagenet Kingdom to commit to the existence of the Viceroyalty, the Plantagenet Kingdom is not Nordtof. The reforms that are going on in that country make it like A hungry wolf with enough ambition and appetite to eat Transia.

If it weren't for the approaching black disaster, I think the peace between the two sides might not be able to maintain even a few years.

So, do you and your lieutenant have any political advice for me? "

"have!"

Miriam took out a manuscript and handed it to Murphy. She explained:

“This is the advice that Professor Malcolm has put together, and his understanding and description of the Plantagenet Kingdom at all levels, which he feels will give you a clearer understanding of that country and its institutions.

As for your strategy for tomorrow’s conversation, the professor advises you not to get hung up on the details.

Marshal Loren is a man with a strong military style. He may prefer a straightforward confrontation, even in terms of language.

According to the information given by Major Fraser, Marshal Loren has been appointed by King Louis as the commander-in-chief of the Kingdom's Eastern Front and the Black Disaster. Therefore, from a power perspective, he is fully qualified to determine whether you can be appointed to Transia. Governor-General and provided King Louis with advice on a political level.

According to some rumors circulating in the Plantagenet Kingdom, Marshal Loren is King Louis' most trusted military member, so his attitude can basically be equivalent to King Louis's attitude on this matter. "

Maxim didn't understand the depth of Miriam's words, but Murphy understood.

He raised his eyebrows and asked with a straight face:

"So, my Scarlet Archon's advice to me is to try my best to please the marshal of the enemy country?"

"Um."

Miriam nodded seriously and said:

“This is a strategy that can be used, and in my experience in history classes and administrative subjects, it tends to be very effective.”

"This won't work!"

The loyal Maxim immediately objected:

"How can the lord please the enemy? If the subject people know this, it will definitely cause unnecessary waves. At present, our people hate the Kingdom of Plantagenet, especially the Pioneer Legion. Miriam!

When you make suggestions, you should consider the attitudes of our own people, rather than always seeing yourself as someone outside this land.

This is your hometown too! "

"Hey, can't we just not let them know?"

Miriam sighed and said:

"Although this sounds bad, concealment is also one of the essences of politics. The lord is to lead the people, rather than being coerced by the people's opinions. Mark, you actually know that at this stage, it is impossible to engage in any conflict with the Plantagenet Kingdom. A good relationship won’t do any harm to Transia, right?”

Maxim said nothing with a straight face, but this silence itself was a clear enough answer.

"I won't please him!"

Murphy shook his head and said:

"Not to mention my true thoughts on this matter, let's just talk about my other identity. As a person who has been recognized by Her Majesty the Wolf Lady of the Nordtov Kingdom and granted the position of Acting Governor, if in this situation, Surrendering to the Border Marshal of the Plantagenet Kingdom would mean that the support of the Yankees that I had finally won over would be lost.

I had to complete the conversation with Marshal Loren on an equal footing, but this was actually an opportunity! "

Murphy narrowed his eyes and said to Miriam who was listening carefully:

"The Wolf Girl's certificate of appointment is already in hand. The king's stamp belonging to the Winter Palace on it is the 'weapon' I can use. Marshal Loren and his King Louis can not care about the attitude of the people of Transia, but they cannot Ignore the majesty of Borei Castle.

Miriam, you are right, this matter is related to national dignity.

But it’s not our national character

Believe me, if you reveal this appointment letter to your senior, I believe that the dwarf marshal will not be too presumptuous tomorrow! "

"yes!"

Maxim immediately became happy.

He clapped his fists and said:

"Master Murphy can completely use his strength to fight, just like finding a delicate balance in a sword fight, using the wolf girl's royal power to suppress the damn marshal."

"And the Plantagenet Kingdom needs us too!"

Miriam's eyes lit up and she said thoughtfully:

"Just like the Yankees of the Kingdom of Nodtorf need us to be on the front line of the Black Disaster to replace their soldiers in death, the nobles of the Kingdom of Plantagenet will not be willing to send their children to the dangerous front line. .

So, if the most optimistic scenario occurs, the marshal will even take the initiative to win over and appease us!

Ah, who would have thought that the terrible black disaster could actually become Transia's talisman at this difficult time? "

"Hey, you young people, if you had read more the chronicles of the Confederation of Portia, you wouldn't have realized this truth just now."

Tris's voice sounded from the door.

Having just finished catching fish and happily drinking a bottle of fine ice and fire wine, Archduke Bloody Vulture, who was walking out to eat and take a walk, leaned unseemly against the door of Murphy's office.

While playing with her naughty hair, she said:

“From the moment the first city of the Portian Confederation was established, using the Black Scourge and the threat of gnolls to extract benefits from the Nords, Sealanders and Kets has been the foundation of this country!

There was a very good saying in Murphy's previous report to the Wolf Girl. War itself is the most profitable business, and over the past few hundred years, the human nobles of the Portia Confederation have implemented this to the extreme.

Every black disaster will cause the Portia Confederation to suffer heavy losses, but after every black disaster, the country's strength will usher in a wave of explosive growth! It is said that the people who depend on the mountains depend on the water. If you want to live comfortably in this hellish place like Transia, you have to learn to take advantage of the threat of those ferocious jackals.

They are indeed formidable enemies, but this does not prevent the Portian Confederation from using them as a way to make money.

The unique geographical location here is our biggest trump card when asking for various assistance from other forces. "

The Archduke of the Blood Vulture showed a slightly disgusted but generally satisfied smile, stepped forward, touched Miriam's little head, and said warmly:

"Murphy's importance to you makes sense. You have relied on yourself to understand the survival principles of the managers of this land, but this is just the beginning, Miriam. As the Scarlet Archon, you have to learn in this aspect And there’s a lot of fumbling.”

Miriam's impression of Mrs. Tracey was excellent.

She has always believed that if all vampires were like Mrs. Tracey, then it might be possible for humans and vampires to coexist peacefully.

But it wasn't until today that she realized for the first time the cunning and knowledgeable soul hidden under the appearance of the useless king.

She realized that this ancient man who had lived in Transia for 400 years had witnessed with his own eyes the establishment, rise and destruction of the Persia Confederation.

Her life experience itself is a rare treasure for politicians.

Miriam also seems to have truly figured out the reason why her lord, Lord Murphy, is so young but so cunning and sinister. Maybe it is because Ms. Tris has taught her well?

"Can I ask you to be my political advisor? Ms. Tris."

Miriam stood up and said seriously:

"The land and I need your wisdom, my lady."

"Huh? You want to give me another job? Are you going to tire me out?"

Tris rolled her eyes and said:

"No need to talk! Dealing with family affairs is boring me to death, and it's not difficult to do. You just need to learn to jump left and right. When the Yankees are crazy, bring in the power of the Zealanders, and the Zealanders The man was about to overturn the table and move closer to the Yankee.

It is a pity that the Kingdom of Isa has been annexed by the Sealanders, otherwise the cunning island that has been playing the "continental balance" strategy overseas will become your most loyal ally.

Your predecessors all danced on three eggs, but when it is your turn, there are only two eggs left. This is enough to test your political wisdom and keen sense of smell.

You do need helpers and counselors, but not me. "

The Archduke of the Blood Vulture glanced at little Murphy, who maintained a handsome smile and looked at her lovingly, curled his lips and said to Miriam:

"Little Murphy has said that vampires will not be the rulers of this land in the future. We are just one of the creatures raised by this land. So go find your compatriots and get wisdom and experience from them. and lessons.

Can you please leave now?

I need to talk to Murphy about something. "

Miriam's eyes immediately became gossipy. She and Maxim looked at each other and exited the office obediently. After they left, Tris moved her shoulders and shook her slender neck and said to Murphy:

"Femis is coming back. She just sent a message and brought back the instructions from Lord Paying."

"I don't care about another woman right now."

"Be serious! Those two little guys are eavesdropping outside the door. Well, now, they are far away."