After being stunned for a moment, Messenger Bota's face returned to a smile.
"His Majesty Cohen is right. There are indeed soldiers from the Pota Empire among the rebels. This is a fact and a tragedy." The royal relatives were not in vain. Severk Lando nodded first and acknowledged Cohen's accusation.
Then the conversation changed and all other empires were dragged into the water: "In fact, we know that it is not just a few unscrupulous people in our country who participated in this matter..."
The remaining envoys from the six countries cursed all the eighteen generations of the envoy Bota's ancestors in their hearts.
"You are telling the truth." The expression on Cohen's face was serious, and he comforted the envoys from various countries: "Don't feel sad, no one can change what has happened. It is not terrible. What I am afraid of is that everyone will take this matter seriously."
Keeping things in mind makes the grudges get deeper and deeper. It would be a good thing for each other if we can untie the knot between countries as soon as possible."
"His Majesty the Emperor is so right." Messenger Bansai felt that he could no longer let Messenger Bota talk nonsense, so he intervened at this time: "At that time, because there was... a false message about the will of the gods, we really did not intend it.
"
"Of course I know this, otherwise we wouldn't be able to sit together today." His Majesty Cohen nodded with a smile: "Objectively, it is the order of the temple, but subjectively, the support of various countries to the rebels has caused the Sibia Empire to suffer a great deal.
Loss, that's how the whole thing ends."
"We... His Majesty the Emperor." Tansi's envoy, Prince Carl Ulysses, showed a wry smile on his face: "As for that matter, the Gods have ordered us not to discuss it anymore."
The envoys immediately nodded and supported the words of the Tansi envoy.
"I don't want to discuss the matter itself, I am emphasizing the consequences of this matter." Cohen leaned back on the comfortable soft chair, his tone was not sullen, and his every move showed the grace of an emperor: "The Imperial Rebellion War
, the three days of chaos in the Holy City were all bloody scenes. No one, including me, wants to recall these anymore, but it is the most unbelievable thing in the lives of many Sibia citizens, and it is also the most tragic in their lives.
experience."
"Your Majesty, we are deeply sorry." The envoy of the Omatu Empire, a middle-aged soldier wearing a military uniform with medals on his left chest, said seriously: "As a warrior, I know this is an extremely regrettable thing.
But it has happened, and now we can only ask His Majesty the Emperor for his understanding."
"For me, who knows the inside story, understanding is of course not a problem. I know that under such circumstances, countries have no other choice." His Majesty Cohen nodded and threw out the prepared bag: "But the Gods have orders, this matter
The real reason cannot be explained to the people, but the people are watching your arrival. If we avoid this matter today, I worry that the public sentiment will become difficult to control. Everyone knows that if you hate someone,
You can hate it for a lifetime, and you can hate an empire... This will be a hidden danger in the alliance."
"Your Majesty, your Majesty, it is really a comforting thing to have your understanding." The envoy from the Bansai Empire was smart, and he understood what Cohen said: "If possible, we are willing to do something to help
This is to make up for the scars in the hearts of the people of your country, and we hope that our sincerity can move your country."
Cohen was not in a hurry. He frowned slightly, sighed, and then said slowly: "It's difficult!"
The envoy from the Seven Kingdoms secretly cursed in his heart, if you want to blackmail, just be quick, isn't it just asking for money? What do you mean by sighing now?
"Of course, it is His Majesty's people who are being harmed, and it is not easy for us outsiders to come forward." The Bansai Empire was rich and powerful, and the envoy's waist was relatively straight. He looked around at the envoy next to him and said loudly: "But I
I believe that as long as His Majesty the Emperor is willing to nod, the citizens of your country can be appeased. After all, we still belong to an alliance, and our relationship should remain harmonious."
"Your Majesty, please allow me to say something." For fear that other empires would set a higher price first, the envoy from the Yunlu Empire, who had remained silent, hurriedly interjected: "Of course our country also feels guilty, but His Majesty the Emperor knows that among the gods and demons,
During the war, our country's accumulated financial resources were almost exhausted, and our finances are also very tight now. We have the will, but our national power is empty."
"I have also heard about the current situation of various countries, don't worry." Cohen's eyes passed over the envoys, and he closed his cover softly, but he was not in a hurry to reveal his trump card: "What I just said is just an idea, everyone.
You can make your own decision!"
Among the seven envoys, the only one that maintains good relations with the Sibia Empire is the Liva Empire. As soon as the young Riva envoy felt Cohen's eyes, he knew what he was going to do... If he didn't speak at this time, wouldn't it be wrong?
Do you seem to be very dishonest? Being a messenger is not just for sightseeing.
But what words should be used to fuel the flames will be a test of the means. If it is too serious, it will look like two countries wearing the same pants, but if it is too light, it will have no effect.
"Can His Majesty the Emperor make this idea more clear?" The envoy turned his head a few times and decided to use roundabout tactics: "It's okay for our country. After all, the journey is not far. I can discuss it with the country at any time. But other countries have long distances.
It’s so far away, I’m afraid it’s inconvenient to contact me, and it wouldn’t be good to miss the opportunity…”
"It's a waste of opportunity?" A messenger asked: "This matter can't be said to be a waste of opportunity, right?"
"I made everyone laugh." Ambassador Riva explained calmly: "I think so! The matter is not big or complicated, but it is related to the prestige of the empire. We just want to do something to make up for it, and don't leave too many traces.
.But we also need to let the majority of Sibia citizens know that we are trying to make amends... It is inappropriate to issue a special announcement, but if we add something like this after the enthronement announcement, the effect will be best."
On the surface, the intention was to worry about the envoys from other empires, but in fact, it was nailing the time to today, forcing the envoys from various countries to express their stance immediately, and cutting off the space for them to move around.
"It doesn't matter, right? Even if I make a special announcement, I'm sure the temple won't have any objections, let alone the Gods. It's not worth worrying about." Cohen pretended not to care: "Don't worry, everyone."
If it were other things, no one would be anxious, but sending money to make amends would be a huge loss of face. If they bowed their heads and confessed to the Sbia Empire, which empire would be willing to issue a special announcement and write a special letter? Besides,
His Majesty Cohen is well-known, and everyone knows with their hair what tone he will use to write this announcement...
"I personally think that Ambassador Riva's opinion is correct. In an alliance, countries should support each other. Due to various reasons, the current regrets have been caused. As the country concerned, we should naturally try our best to make up for it." Finally, You
Prince Lisis nodded slightly: "Well, I hope we can come up with a result today."
His Majesty Cohen did not speak, because he knew that someone would soon jump out and cry about poverty.
"But Your Majesty the Emperor, our country's national strength is far from being restored, and the journey is long, so it is really difficult." Yunlu envoy said with a bitter look on his face: "Your Majesty the Emperor, please be considerate."
"Don't worry about it." Cohen said in his heart that when you supported the rebels, the journey was not far away. But the smile on his face still remained intact: "You can decide everything on your own."
Severk Lando saw this scene in his eyes and knew that his empire would inevitably bleed. If this was the case, he might as well just follow Cohen's wish. Not only would he appear sincere, but he might also fall behind.
As a matter of personal preference - he can't compare to those empires far away in the world, and he can still cry for poverty with a long face. There are still many rebels in his own empire!
Moreover, he knows better what kind of person Cohen Keda is. When this guy was a major general, he dared to kill hundreds of officers under the temple. Now that he is the emperor, he is afraid that he will become even crazier. The two countries rely on this
Recently, the emperor had a thought in his mind, and with just a look, his army came over, and no one could stop him.
When that time comes, who will he cry to?
"Yes! My dear Emperor, please come up with a plan! We can make a rough outline today." Severk Lando rubbed his fingers, analyzing the situation in front of him over and over in his mind, and considering every word.
In his own words: "As long as the citizens of the Sibia Empire can feel our sincerity, we are willing to do many things within the scope of our powers."
Since Severk Lando has already taken the lead and the other envoys have been silent for the time being, it is not too late to listen to His Majesty Cohen's conditions before negotiating the price.
"It's rare that you have this kind of intention. I would like to express my gratitude in advance, and I will not embarrass you." Cohen said calmly: "The current Sibia Empire can be said to be devastated, and the construction of people's livelihood is very problematic. If you
It would be best if you are willing to help. With such actions, the people will naturally see it."
"I wonder what His Majesty the Emperor means by the helping hand?" Someone asked in a low voice: "How much money is needed?"
"Look at what you said, I am the king of a country, why do I need money?" His Majesty Cohen laughed loudly: "Besides, you are using carriages to transport gold coins. It is not good for this to spread."
"Yes, yes, His Majesty the Emperor is right." Cohen's words were immediately affirmed by the envoys: "If we give cash, the situation will become somewhat embarrassing, and gold coins cannot fully represent our sincerity."
"Since everyone has the same opinion, I will make it clear!" A wave of annoyance surged in Cohen's heart, causing him to speed up the pace of the conversation: "The Sbia Empire lacks many things, including food, ore, horses, wood, metal, etc.
We even lack workers to build roads. Let’s see if you can help.”
As soon as Cohen's words came out, the envoys from various countries breathed a sigh of relief. They thought it was something valuable! However, there was a little change in the eyes of Prince Carl Ulysses on the side.
"Food is a very special thing. The consumption on the transportation road is terrifying. Our country borders your country and the road is relatively close, so let's help your country with some food!" Sevik Lando thought about his country's grain reserves and immediately
He said cheerfully: "This kind of mutual support between empires will definitely become a good story in the alliance."
His Majesty Cohen did not answer, but smiled and nodded lightly.
"In this case, our country will assist with some iron ore." Prince Carl Ulysses picked up the wine glass in front of him and focused on the liquid as red as blood: "If the ship is shipped and the wind goes smoothly, it will only take half a month.
You can reach your country."
After that, the Liva Empire undertook the horses, the Bansai Empire undertook the special wood and other materials needed for the reconstruction of the Sbia Empire, the Omatu Empire promised to provide a large amount of cloth, and the Garo Empire also agreed to transfer a sizable transport fleet.
The fleet. But the envoy from the Yunlu Empire had a sad face and didn't speak for a long time.
"The post-war life of the Yunlu Empire was difficult, and its own production was not rich." In the end, it was Prince Carl Ulysses who came to the rescue for him: "Let's do this! The Yunlu Empire only produces 200,000 slaves.
Help the Sbia Empire repair roads and build cities. It just so happens that the Garo Empire’s fleet is coming, and we can save time.”
"If there are 200,000 slaves, we can get it together just by gritting our teeth." The Yunlu envoy said softly: "But the daily expenses of 200,000 slaves are really unaffordable, let alone escorting them back and forth, and they have to be transported by water.
Food!"
This is really no wonder that the Yunlu Empire is stingy. Apart from more slaves, this empire does not produce other specialties. But in the eyes of envoys from other countries, this is the only obstacle to today's talks.
"Is this good?" The envoy from Bansai took over: "We will transport part of it by land and follow our country's trade route through Riva to Sbia. As for daily expenses! Our country can bear some of it; for the waterway, it will be transported by the Garo Empire.
, just transport it twice more. It’s only 200,000 slaves. There’s no need to go back after you’re done, just stay in Sibia!”
Cohen actually didn't want these two hundred thousand slaves, and was about to refuse, but his words changed: "Two hundred thousand slaves, this number is indeed too large, and the situation in the Yunlu Empire is not very optimistic, so just offer one hundred thousand."
, let’s make up for the rest!”
It was reduced by half in one sentence. Of course, the Yunlu envoy was very grateful, and the other envoys also regarded it as a sudden discovery of conscience by His Majesty Cohen. No one knew what he was planning.
For His Majesty Cohen, Sibia has a population of tens of millions, and the role played by a mere 200,000 slaves is almost negligible. But if these 200,000 slaves are used for other purposes, the effect will be extraordinary. Of course,
This was just an idea. He didn't have any detailed plan, but he just vaguely felt that this idea was feasible.
In the end, this diplomatic matter, which was essentially a reparation settlement, was finally settled. His Majesty Cohen's secretary took a pen and paper and wrote the contract. The envoys from various countries signed the terms of the contract in eight copies and stamped their seals.
Including Cohen, all countries are quite satisfied with this contract. The seven empires paid what they thought was a small price in exchange for the Sibia Empire's silence on something. More importantly, they saved their face. And Cohen
Where is your majesty? He has received a huge amount of scarce supplies. During the period of empire reconstruction, these supplies are more useful than gold coins.
While they were fiddling with documents, the general liaison officer stood at the door of the Little Flower Hall with a smile on his face.
"Well, everyone must have worked hard to come all the way. Let's go to bed early today!" His Majesty Cohen is undoubtedly a realistic person. He immediately wanted to see off the guests: "Tomorrow's enthronement ceremony will take a long time and needs to be prepared."
"By the way, His Majesty the Emperor." At this moment, the envoy from the Garo Empire remembered something: "His Majesty the Emperor of our country heard that Princess Qinlun loved small animals, and specially asked his ministers to bring thirty pairs of docile rare animals.
These animals have been brought into the palace, if the emperor and Princess Qinlun are free, how about they go and see them together?"
When Princess Qinlun heard that there were small animals, her eyes had already lit up.
Cohen thought that there was nothing going on down there, and he didn't want to displease Qin Lun, so he nodded and agreed: "Okay, everyone, take a few steps first, and I'll explain a few words."
After the messengers left, Marfa stood next to Cohen.
"Let's go!" Cohen picked up Qin Lun: "Let's talk as we walk, how is the situation over there?"
"It's alright. After the nobles left the palace, they waited on the road and found a secluded place to have a big quarrel with the governors, each accusing the other of being dishonest." Mafa snickered: "It's so funny, they actually all
I took out the paperwork."
"So what are the consequences?" Cohen asked curiously: "I didn't expect what measures the governors would use. Their situation is not very good."
"I'm telling you, boss, there is nothing wrong with the saying that there is specialization in the art. In fact, the people on both sides are not clean." Mafa suppressed a smile: "The peace treaty they took out was all about themselves.
The terms are favorable to both sides..."
"Really? They all forged documents?" Cohen was slightly surprised. The original agreement was signed under his own eyes.
"I just received the news that when the agreement was signed, the nobles used magic ink, which will disappear after the time limit." Mafa explained in a low voice: "And the governors! They made an excuse to return the day before.
Invite the nobles and send their confidants to secretly change the agreement during the banquet... Anyway, the two sides used tricks on each other, and it was very lively."
"So what happened at the meeting? These two useless idiots!" Cohen shook his head slightly: "If this is the case, then there will be no results from the argument."
"Yes, and then they dispersed." At this point, Mafa frowned: "Boss, I don't think the nobles will swallow this breath."
"They have to swallow even if they can't. I've been too merciful during this time." Cohen caught a glimpse of a familiar figure in the corridor in front, so he stopped and said, "You have to arrange it well when you go back. I'm afraid they won't make a mistake.
, remember, hurt less lives and solve more solid cases."
"I understand, don't worry, boss." Mafa nodded in agreement.
"Hold Qin Lun for me." Cohen took a few steps forward with his hands free: "Prince Ulysses, what are you thinking about so intently? Is the scenery in the palace too beautiful?"
"Hello, Your Majesty." Prince Carl Ulysses slowly turned around and bowed to Cohen with his chest in his hand.
"I don't dare to take it. I'm not the emperor in the true sense." Cohen returned the same courtesy: "I know the prince's character. I haven't had time to thank you for those things about the coalition forces. Please don't be offended."
"You're welcome." Prince Ulysses is worthy of being a man of extraordinary courage. Hearing this, he only smiled lightly: "If you don't want to claim to be the emperor yet, of course I hope to have a relaxed conversation with you."
"That's true." Cohen took off his helmet and said with a smile: "Prince, have you ever sat on this railing? On the one hand, you will get a rest, but on the other hand, you will worry about being seen. The feeling of occasionally violating the palace regulations is really
Very cool.”
"Of course I know. I also grew up in the palace. When I was young, I was known as the harem destroyer." The prince leaned on the fence without any pretense: "Because I later became a family and wanted to set an example for those little bandits, I had no choice but to follow the rules.
"
"Really?" Cohen laughed loudly: "When I saw the prince for the first time, I thought you were not like this!"
"I'm not surprised." The prince cast his gaze into the distance: "When I see my former general becoming a competent emperor, I have mixed feelings in my heart. Although there are some shortcomings, you have done a really good job."
After a moment of silence, Cohen replied with a wry smile: "Prince, this is not what I want. If I could choose, I would rather be the young boy who doesn't know the heights of the world."
"That's impossible." Prince Ulysses shook his head and said, "Being emperor for one day will inevitably lead to this fate for the rest of your life." (To be continued)