Cohen's tone is very calm, but this sentence has shocking and destructive power - Cohen and Hermine began to have contact as early as the Civil War in Sbia, and they stayed together for a long time, and experienced several identity conflicts in the process.
changes, so the two developed some personal relationships, which can even be regarded as a roughly equal relationship. It is mixed with opportunity, trust, appreciation and other ingredients. Although it is not pure, between the dark demon clan and Si
In the hostile environment of Biya, it seems very precious.
Cohen's statement at this time showed that he was no longer satisfied with the previous equal relationship, which destroyed some of the tacit understanding between the two. From Emine's point of view, whether it was during the "subject" period of the Sibia Empire or the first
During the period of the Demon General, and even during the period of the eldest princess, she did not use her identity to put pressure on Cohen. Now if Cohen does this, it can be regarded as turning against him.
So the eldest princess's gaze became sharp, like a cold blade, slowly crossing Cohen's face: "You mean, with my status, I am no longer suitable to discuss details with you?"
"No matter how good the relationship is in private, things must be done in a public manner. There is no small matter in diplomacy! I am the person responsible for negotiating the details in the Third Faith. Then who do you think the Third Faith should let to negotiate with the devil when something big happens?
?" Cohen replied calmly, as if he felt that this request was reasonable: "Since there are rules, we must abide by them. The emperor and ministers cannot be confused."
"Have you never done anything like the emperor serving as a minister?"
This was not so much a rhetorical question from the eldest princess as a warning full of anger. But immediately, this anger ignited by a sense of innate superiority was filled with a trace of doubt. Why did Cohen Keda speak like this? Didn't he?
Do you know that this kind of superficial dialogue will bring serious consequences?
"Of course I have done it!" Cohen on the opposite side did not give in on this issue: "But you also said that building faith takes a lot of time, and even requires an endless lifespan. I don't have the patience to wait until that time!"
"It seems that you are very insistent, then you have to find a eldest princess first!" Perhaps it was because Cohen mentioned personal friends several times, or because Her Royal Highness the eldest princess is broad-minded, anyway, she suppressed her anger and did not explode immediately - at least from now on.
On the surface it looks like this.
"I don't have the eldest princess." Cohen picked up the napkin and hung it on his chest leisurely: "I only have a bunch of mortals in my hands."
"I understand your intention. You want to promote the mortals under you to take on positions second only to you. Being able to get the identity to discuss details with me is just an excuse. The point is that you are reluctant to give up these mortals, right? Or, are you eager?
Let chickens and dogs ascend to heaven?" Her Royal Highness Emine's eyes were no longer so sharp, but her tone did not get much better: "You really do whatever it takes to achieve your goals!"
"Using unscrupulous means is the patent of the superiors. I can use it, and the demons and gods will not reject it." Cohen said with a smile: "If I don't promote my own people, am I still waiting for the superiors to arrange a group of people for me? No.
I said I can't afford to support these officials who fell from the sky, but I don't want to support outsiders to bother me. You also know that if I don't feel happy, I won't do things, and if I can't do things, how will I explain to you in the end?"
"That's enough! I will report this matter back to the king and ask him to decide." The eldest princess interrupted Cohen's complaint: "Please tell me the details."
"Don't be so cruel to me. I'm just an emperor. It's hard to avoid getting rusty when doing this kind of thing. You have to give me time and space to grow!" Someone said something nice shamelessly, completely forgetting what he had done before: "A belief
, naturally it cannot rely on me alone. There should be complete institutions under me responsible for daily affairs, and even non-public institutions responsible for special affairs... I have never been exposed to belief settings. I urgently need to refer to them if possible.
, please disclose to me the organizational structure and other matters of the superior clan."
"Although what we want you to do is not simple, is your request too much? No need to report back to the king, I can answer you now. You will never get the information about the demons!" Her Royal Highness the Princess said firmly.
: "Our original intention is to let you establish this belief according to your ideas, and we will provide certain support, but that does not include revealing the secrets of our clan. Looking at it from another perspective, if you imitate the demons or gods
method, how much more brilliant will your faith be?"
"You are really heartless, but I still ask you to convey all the above requirements to the Dark Lord, or the Lord will consider my suggestions appropriately." Cohen sighed: "Don't worry, even if I get these information
, it can only be used as an analysis reference, and it is impossible to copy it completely. That is not my character."
"I'm not at ease! I know your character very well. You will never work hard or complain about anything that saves effort. This request ends here." The eldest princess shook her head slightly, but it gave people the impression that it was completely non-negotiable: "Now
You can tell me the next details."
"Although my considerations have just begun, the top priority is to arrange the internal affairs of Sbia, which involves new and old nobles, foreign races, military and internal affairs. During this period, I do not want any outside forces to come.
Excuse me." Cohen did not dwell on it any longer: "In addition, the territory of Sibia is very large for the Empire, but it is still small for the Alliance and cannot withstand twists and turns. The treaty merchant group is responsible for transporting Sibia to
It’s a heavy responsibility for supplies, and I don’t want any accidents to happen.”
At this point in the conversation, Her Royal Highness the Princess has understood the reason why Cohen chose a blunt attitude at the beginning. In fact, the matter is not complicated: Cohen is a very cunning person and knows how to use all factors for his own benefit, no matter he puts on a harmless or rogue expression.
, all in order to disrupt the other party's mentality. Now, his attitude is hard and soft, and the twists and turns are like a continuous surge, and his true intentions are like a shark lurking under the water, looking for the other party cruelly and coldly.
flaw.
If Her Royal Highness the Princess hadn't been very vigilant, she might have fallen into his trap now.
"Of course we will give full consideration to the stable environment you need." The eldest princess's answer was divided into two parts: "Although the Treaty Merchant Group is related to Sbia, this kind of organization is obviously an existence that is different from the empire.
, so this matter does not belong to Sibia’s internal affairs. Your request exceeds the normal scope, and I cannot answer it."
"Of course I know what kind of organization the Treaty Merchant Group is, but you have to understand what the material input of the Treaty Merchant Group means to Sibia!" Cohen argued: "After Sibia splits itself, there will be several
With the expansion of political structure and military power, and without stable material input, no one can guarantee a smooth transition from one huge empire to several normal-sized empires."
"Isn't this an excellent opportunity for you to establish your authority? Stop being attached to the emperor's thinking mode and change it!" the eldest princess said in a plain tone: "It is difficult to establish faith in an environment with ample food and clothing. Internal and external troubles are the
It’s the best soil.”
"I know that the soil of the Holy Demon's belief is soaked with blood, but this is your model." Cohen shook his head: "Since I am asked to do it, I want to take another path, I want to change... Isn't this right?
What do you want?"
"We need something new in your beliefs, but overwhelming compassion is obviously not what we want. After being the emperor for so many years, you should also understand the difference between kindness and hypocrisy." The eldest princess's tone became closer and closer to that of the Dark Lord,
It sounds like a comment: "It's true that you are the core of the third faith, but your jurisdiction does not include the treaty trade group."
"What about the treaty? The purpose of the treaty trade group is to fulfill the treaty with Sibia. No matter what they develop now or in the future, transporting supplies is their mission!" Cohen was not discouraged: "I don't ask for jurisdiction.
, I only ask them to give me supplies in accordance with the treaty!"
"Those supplies are not yours, but belong to Sibia." The eldest princess chuckled: "But Sibia is about to split."
"What does not exist is just the name of the empire in Sibia, and a new alliance will be born on the land of Sibia. There is no essential difference. If the treaty business group wants to default on the debt, we have to get it ourselves!"
Cohen also laughed: "I don't mind fighting."
"Oh? So you still want to fight?" The eldest princess glanced from the wine glass to Cohen's face, and she was not angry: "Because of the war, Sibia was scarred; because of the war, you had to hide several imperial concubines.
…Now, you still want to fight?”
The eldest princess was indeed negligent in this meeting, because she did not expect that Cohen would put aside the most difficult part and go directly into detailed negotiations, which made it difficult for the unprepared eldest princess to deal with it. On the other hand, Cohen was actually not wrong.
, it is not appropriate for him to discuss the details with the eldest princess, because he is the final decision-maker of one party. If the negotiation accidentally breaks down, there will not even be a step to step down... Do you really want to bother with such trivial matters?
Demon King? This is obviously not a good idea.
Therefore, Her Royal Highness the Princess's heart is as calm as water, and underneath her ever-changing tone and demeanor is actually her unparalleled patience.
"It's just a joke. I can't beat you just because you say it. This is not pretending to be a family drinker." Cohen smiled a little shyly at this time, like a boy next door who was caught in pigtails, but in this world, there is no such thing as
People will believe his guarantee that "human beings and animals are harmless".
"That's not necessarily true. The promises of mortal emperors are the cheapest." Her Royal Highness the Princess's smile has always been charming, but now it is like a delicacy with extra seasonings, making people fearful: "Besides, you are even more greedy than them.
"
Focusing on this not the most core issue, the confrontation between the two was extremely fierce. Every word they said may determine the future political and geopolitical structure of Bess Continent. The two priestesses pouring wine at the round table were originally considered
She was determined, but she was frightened in this storm. Her face turned red and white, white turned blue, and green turned gray. And the priestesses hidden in the shadows of the corners, even though they were only on the edge of the storm, had to
You can stand steady by leaning your back against the wall.
Neither side wants the negotiations to break down, but neither is ready to give up their own ideas. The key to the problem is the growing strength of the treaty business group. Anyone who is not a fool can see that although the treaty business group has a simple organization, it is efficient in doing things.
Moreover, it is beyond the chaotic empire and alliance, its influence and cohesion are getting stronger and stronger, and it will definitely be able to surpass the decadent alliance in the future.
Therefore, the treaty business group is not only the best substitute for the alliance, but also has a sense of change in it - it regulates power through materials, has directly subordinate armed forces, and controls the power directly to the people regardless of various existing systems.
In a few years, the functions of the two palaces and the two alliances combined will not be as good as the business group. Such a force will never be controlled by Cohen Keda!
But having said that, it is not that simple for Cohen Keda to let go. The people he sent to the treaty business group were in units of "ten thousand". He provided most of the business group's travel and shipping funds. It was clear that he was sending the treaty business group to
Treat it as your own thing... This thorn is difficult to pull out. Now everyone is cleaning the wound in the name of "righteousness". When the real drama comes, one party will always be hurt.
"His Highness said this, which makes me sad." In front of the unyielding eldest princess, Cohen finally put on a helpless expression and prepared to enter the next stage: "After all, the treaty business group was established because of me.
.”
"Yes, the two treaty business groups were established because of you, but do they have to be loyal to you because of this?" The eldest princess nodded, then changed the topic and cut the skin called "truth": "Treaty Business Group
The group has penetrated deeply into the two alliances of gods and demons, and its role will be greater in the future. And the third faith you are about to establish is in the center of Bes Continent, with a large area of fertile land including the dividing line between gods and demons... You also need a treaty
What is the business group doing? Do you want to add another pair of wings to your Xinsibia Alliance?"
"I'm too worried, I'm too worried. How can I mean it? Your Highness, don't talk nonsense." Cohen grabbed the wine glass and smiled boldly: "Actually, my purpose is just to ensure that the merchant group delivers supplies! Your Highness, on the other hand,
You... a dignified noble, just take other people's things, doesn't it make sense logically?"
"It depends on who you are talking to and what the point of it is." Emine did not say anything, because in her mind, Cohen's habits were not very good, and he was a person who would rather work hard than not.
He has a stubborn temper, and once he feels threatened, he will usually choose to confront directly, so he must leave room for Cohen to reveal his trump card and then resolve it, so that there will be no future troubles.
More importantly, by analyzing the affairs of this treaty business group, the eldest princess can have a deep understanding of the other party's strategic intentions and changes in mentality, and determine the position and bottom line of the subsequent series of negotiations.
"Sibiya sacrificed many soldiers. War compensation cannot be given without payment. Regardless of whether it is an emperor or a core member of the faith, if he does not benefit his subordinates, his position will not be secure." Cohen sat up straight and began to speak with a big
Bai Hua engaged in a naked struggle for interests: "I don't like dealing with emperors of various countries. The establishment of the treaty business group was accidental. I didn't expect it to develop like this. I didn't expect that the superior clan would take a fancy to the business group and intervene."
"But the business group has developed to this point and will not go back." The eldest princess said: "Someone must let go."
"Why am I the one who has to give up? Sibia has always been hostile to the two alliances. He has fought countless battles and made countless sacrifices. He finally defeated the two alliances. Before he could take a breath, it was his turn to fight two business groups again?" Cohen
Still maintaining a heroic smile: "I firmly believe that the superior clan is very wise, can't they not see the consequences?"
The eldest princess had a smile on her face and said nothing.
"As a bystander, maybe I shouldn't say this, but it is a fact that the Demon Palace is rotten and the Demon Alliance is rotten, and the direct consequence of the rottenness of these two is to bite Sibiya and fight.
Dead man, a very painful lesson!" Cohen spread the napkin on the table and said softly: "Has Your Highness ever thought about the reason for this?"
"I don't need to think about it." The eldest princess said, "You will tell me right away."
"I'm afraid Your Highness will have to think for himself, because I can't say such things."
"Is it because I can't say it or I dare not say it?"
"Anything is fine, but only when Your Highness thinks of the reasons can you understand how harmful this is. In less than ten years, two rotten business groups will be two giant swords on my neck." Cohen looked at it.
He held the napkin without raising his head: "Sibiya and I will never expose ourselves to this kind of danger again."
"You...why are you so serious?" After a moment of silence, the eldest princess sighed softly: "The king will not personally take charge of the treaty business group."
"His Highness is really smart, he can see the key at a glance." Cohen nodded: "I will give His Highness two options to choose from. One, the Dark Lord and the God of Light personally take charge of the treaty business group, so as to prevent the business group from rotting. Two,
Let Sibia drain the flesh and blood of the Treaty Merchant Group, and then there will be no harm even if it rots."
"Both of these choices are so harsh." The eldest princess said with a smile: "Do you think I will be beaten with a military stick if I agree?"
"If His Highness doesn't approve, I have no choice but to choose the last method." Cohen raised his head and said word by word: "Destroy it!"
"After talking for so long, this is the first time you have said something powerful." The eldest princess raised her hands and stretched her body gracefully: "But, there is nothing new at all!"
"I don't rely on this to make a living. If there is no new idea, there will be no new idea." Cohen didn't mind the other party's teasing: "I only have so many thoughts about the treaty business group. Next, I want to hear your innovative reply from Your Highness.
"
"Maybe I want to disappoint you. You have already blamed the king. How dare I answer you beyond my status?" The eldest princess showed a bitter smile on her face: "Even if I report the truth to the king, I will inevitably be blamed.
ah!"
"I am sorry that I cannot share His Highness's troubles." Cohen stood up: "This meal is not very delicious, so I'd better go back early."
"That's fine. Regarding your change of status, I will inform all parties as soon as possible, but you should be more restrained on the road. These cities cannot withstand your efforts."
"I told you that negotiations hurt feelings, but you still didn't believe me." Cohen shook his head innocently: "Look now, we are already estranged."
"You can't blame me." The eldest princess also stood up: "I will inform you when there is any progress."
"I hope so." Cohen walked to the door, turned around and said, "Next time, I will send someone else to negotiate with His Highness."
"I guessed it, and I won't deliberately embarrass you." The eldest princess nodded: "I'm sorry for sending you so far. Your Excellency, you have a good wind."
Since it will be very painful to remove this thorn now, let's leave it until next time. Maybe by that time, both parties will be mentally prepared. (To be continued)