Civilization: Beyond Two Worlds

Chapter 637: 637
 

Master

“Tell Tina? Why?” Kant frowned.” What are you trying to say?”

How could he say such a ridiculous thing!

It’s all my ancestor’s fault for suddenly appearing and giving me such a bad idea…

I don’t know why I agreed to such a ridiculous request…

She looked away from Kant’s eyes and stuttered,” Yes, yes. The Silver Moon Council will definitely watch you suffer heavy losses. If you want Mu Yue to send troops, you have to have a good reason so that they can’t object. After all, you’re an outsider and an enemy. Of course, only those stubborn elders will think that way, but we have to convince them…”

When the Phoenix King said this, his face had already turned red. He whispered,”So, if you’re their elf, they won’t be able to find an excuse to object even if they want to. In other words, you, you and…” You and I…”

” Of course it’s fake!” She suddenly raised her voice and glared at Kant. Fake! Don’t dream too much! I-I made such a huge sacrifice for the sake of the Star Palace and the bigger picture! You have to thank me properly!”

After finding a very reasonable reason for herself, Delila successfully lied to herself. She hid her shame and spoke quickly. Of course, she was just following the script.

He was just repeating the unscrupulous instigation of a certain ancestor.

” That’s why I’m just pretending,” Delila said guiltily.” You have the power of a Forbidden Spell, the Paragon Element, a cake with amazing prospects, and even more amazing alchemy skills and naval power. These things are enough to tempt the parliament…”

” I can fool them for now,” Kant said with a strange expression.” But what about later?”

Hearing this, Darila frowned and said,”Why? Do you still want to deny it?” Pei, do you still want to take it seriously? How can there be such a good thing? You bad human, don’t be too greedy!”

She took a few deep breaths and raised a finger.” In any case, just drag it out. The Star Palace is already an enemy, and according to the historical records, the mortal world will never be able to stop. Mu Yue originally wanted to cooperate with you in depth, exchange technology, exchange resources, and join forces. If you’re a little generous and get something good to stuff the parliament’s mouth, then it’s fine…”

Kant pondered for a moment.” But to you, this is a little…” he said.

This meant that as the queen, she would have to bear a lot of pressure from the parliament.

The Queen snorted.” At least you still have a conscience. I don’t care…” Of course! This kind of indifferent meaning is not what you think! Listen carefully, this is a sacrifice I made for the peace between the mortal world and Mu Yue! It has nothing to do with you!”

– Wait a minute, are you smiling?

Kant’s heart skipped a beat. At least he still had some sense of propriety. He did not say anything that he should not have. Instead, he lowered his head and said,” No matter what…” Thank you. You’ve been a great help.”

It was always reassuring that the strongest country in the world was willing to send troops to help.

A smile flashed in her eyes, but then she seemed to have thought of something and sighed softly. Kant, you have to be prepared as well.”

“What preparations?”

“Muyue is overseas.” The Phoenix King said softly,” Even if the parliament agrees, I will not send a fleet to participate in the battle directly. You have seen it yourself. Even if the Golden Fleet were to fight the monster head-on on at sea, they would not have a chance of winning. It is the overlord of the sea, and we are the heirs of the earth.”

She looked at the map hanging on the wall.” If I were to command this battle, Kant, I would place the battlefield at the Far Harbor. I would evacuate the people of the Far Harbor inland, gather the troops, set up spell formations, and set up heavy magic devices. When the monster approaches, I would launch an attack with strategic combined spells and magic devices.”

” I’ve observed that this area is shallow water. If the beast approaches, we can use the magic devices and strategic spells to separate the seawater and drain the water around it. Then, we can trap it on the seabed. Then, everything will be much easier. This is what you’re best at, right?”

She turned around and smiled.

However, he saw that Kant was not happy. He was deep in thought.

The Fire Stealer sighed and said,”Place it near the West Coast.” “If we can’t trap him and only force him back, there will be endless trouble in the future. Moreover, if he feints and attacks another city first…”

Darila shook her head.” Kant, there are always risks and sacrifices in war. You have to get used to this kind of thing. This is because similar attacks and challenges from beyond the heavens might happen even more in the future…”

” Is there a better way?” Kant looked at the queen.

The Queen widened her eyes. You want to kill him in the sea?”

“Yes.”

“I can’t.” ” You’ve seen the monster’s defense and ability,” said Delila.” Even with the strength of the Twilight Moon, we can’t kill it halfway. Our strategic weapons and ancient weapons can’t reach this far from our homeland. Trust me, it’s impossible!”

She took two steps forward, grabbed Kant’s arm, and shook it.” Even if you go with your ideal plan, and Sunset Moon, the Empire, and the Council immediately respond to your call for help and send their strongest forces to assist you in battle, the best and only way to do it would be to evacuate the civilians and use Far Harbor as the location of the final battle.”

“Let’s make preparations early.” ” You have to get used to it. Otherwise, you’ll suffer even more in the future.”

Kant remained silent.

” Fortunately, the behemoth did not display a speed that was extremely contrary to its size. I observed it for a while and estimated that it would arrive at the Far Harbor in 30 hours at the earliest. Because it wanted to maintain its pomp and show its victory and oppression, it chose to float on the sea.”

” I need to go back to Twilight Moon,” Delila said softly.” I need to convince the Silver Moon Council myself. Give me a piece of the teleportation beacon. I might need your alchemical aircraft to send the royal mage army to the distant port. It’ll be a good time for the elders of the council to see the value you can bring…”

Kant took out a gold coin and attached it to a spatial beacon. He handed it over silently. Thank you.”

The Queen’s heart ached and she sighed silently. She did not say a word. She simply reached out and held Kant’s shoulder. She shook it a few times and patted it before walking out of the tent.

There were bound to be casualties, sacrifices, and a price in war. This was something she had long understood. As the price for understanding this, she had been sad and cried for a long time before she became strong.

At that moment, she realized that Kant was going through the same process.

She felt helpless, sad, and heartbroken.

” What do you think, Horus?” Kant stood in front of the map and remained silent for a long time.

The Transformers replied,”I agree with her.” Father, your plan is too risky and will put you in an extremely dangerous situation. We should be more prudent.”

“But these people…”

Kant listened to the sounds outside. This was a temporary campsite near the airport. The people who came to work were sweating hard. Laughter and laughter were endless. They worked with longing and hope for the future.

“I promised to let them live a peaceful and happy life, but now…” he whispered.

” It’s not your fault, Father,” Horus said.” We will rebuild their home.”

“What will they think of me and this matter?”

” They will still respect and love you. If not, I will let them be like this.”

Kant smiled bitterly.” I told them a few days ago that grain prices would remain stable. I also told them yesterday to work hard and get a radio and instant noodles. But now, I’m telling them that a sea monster is coming to attack Distant Harbor. They have to evacuate their homes…”

” How embarrassing. I don’t even know how to say it. Do you think they’ll think that I’m the one who lured the sea monster here?” Will they hate…”

“Father!”

Horus ‘stern voice interrupted Kant’s whisper.

“Don’t think too much.” He said,” You didn’t do anything wrong. Don’t care about what fools think. If you really care, I’ll shut them up forever.”

“Please come up with a battle plan and plan,” the Transformer said calmly.

At the same time, outside the tent, Hong San stopped Lily, who was trying to enter.

“Please leave His Highness alone.” He said seriously,” If you really have the time and are very concerned about His Highness, please continue to ask for help from Dragon Island.”

” Hmph!” Lily glared at Hong San and snorted.” You speak as if you know him very well.”

Then, he turned around and left.

Hong San glanced at the tent, his eyes flashing with worry.

Then, that worried expression turned into a cold haze.

He went to another tent where the captain of the Evergreen Song, Quillon, was waiting. The last batch of flights had successfully landed, and they were warmly welcomed.

“Captain Quillion.” He cupped his hands.

“Mr. Hong San.” The burly elf also bowed solemnly.

Hong San was surprised. Eh, this elf was very polite.

Quillion muttered in his heart,’This man is the right-hand man of His Highness Kant, the soul of Valentan’s guards. The Warriors of Destruction also admire him. Perhaps I can try to start with him.’

The two of them exchanged a few pleasantries before Hong San went straight to the point.” There’s something important that I need your help with. I know that you’ve been through a great battle and are very tired…”

“Not tired, not tired, not tired!” Please tell me.”

– So attentive? What was his plan?

Suspicion rose in Hong San’s heart, but after a moment’s consideration, he glanced at the Paragon Bracelet on Quillion’s right arm and chose to tell him the truth.” You saw the monster with your own eyes. It’s heading towards Distant Harbor. Before His Highness makes a decision, I believe that the situation in Distant Harbor must be stabilized. In other words, those civilians who witnessed the monster must be separated and isolated. At least, before the matter is settled, we can’t let them spout nonsense…”

At the end of the day, there were too few trustworthy forces.

Valentan’s guards were loyal, but there were not enough of them.

Considering the close relationship between the lord and the Phoenix King, these elves were the most trustworthy.

Especially those who followed His Highness back from the Broken Islands.

Upon hearing this, Quillion suddenly came to a realization.

“Understood! Mr. Hong, what should we do?” The elf revealed a murderous look and slashed at the air.” Why don’t we…”

As a pure bloodthirsty Elven warrior, and a soldier of the navy who was cold and decisive in killing, he had no pressure in killing a group of short-lived creatures with leaky mouths.

“No, His Highness doesn’t like it.”

” Captain Quillion,” Hong San said in a deep voice,” I just want you to lead the soldiers and isolate the last few batches of refugees who have retreated. Focus on monitoring them. If there are any who spread fear or rumors among them…”

” This is the first warning.” He paused for a moment and then said with a murderous look,” Tell them that His Highness has his own plans. If they do it again, don’t give them a chance to speak.”

Hong San still had this bit of decisiveness.

The elven captain obeyed the order and left.

Hong San stood there in a daze for a moment before he slowly exhaled. He looked in the direction of his lord’s tent and sighed softly. He understood the uneasiness and hesitation in His Highness ‘heart and also knew what he had to face.

“Since ancient times, people have been stupid, shallow, impulsive, and ungrateful…” He said softly,” Sometimes, Your Highness, when you treat them with sincerity, they might not repay you with sincerity. At least, that’s the case in the history books. I see that it’s the same in this foreign land, but…”

He clenched his fists.

I won’t let an ungrateful person jump out and be an eyesore. This is also my responsibility.

The warmth in Hong San’s eyes was replaced by a sharp blade.

He returned to his tent, summoned the secretary, and quietly gave out orders one after another.

After about an hour, Hong San, who was working with his head lowered, suddenly felt a breeze blowing in front of him. It seemed that someone had opened the tent door. He casually asked,”What’s the matter?”

Then, a familiar voice entered his ears.

“Lord Hong, your position is so high and powerful, so awe-inspiring.”

Upon hearing this voice, Hong San felt as if he had been struck by lightning. His body trembled and he raised his head in disbelief. Outside the door, the light shone brightly. An old man in a wide robe with long sleeves and white hair stood there.

“Mas…Master…”

His voice trembled, and in an instant, tears filled his eyes.

Hong San took a few steps forward, bent his knees, and was about to prostrate himself, but his expression changed.

His knees that were already bent suddenly straightened, and his actions changed from kneeling to bowing deeply.

The old man looked at this good-for-nothing disciple and sneered.” Oh, good memory. You are so polite. Since you have been expelled from the sect, there is no need to kneel.”

” Please forgive me, Master,” Hong San said in a low voice.” I’ve already sworn to the lord that I will never kneel again.”

The old man looked at Hong San and was stunned for a moment.

“F * ck.”

“H-h-how did he do it?” The Taoist Bone Immortal Feng Zhuan was shocked.

“It’s a long story.” Hong San’s expression was dazed for a moment before he smiled lightly.

The old man seemed to be shocked by this shocking fact. He was silent for a few seconds before his face suddenly darkened. He raised his hand and was about to hit her.” I’ve been unable to turn you around for so many years. Damn it…”

Hong San instinctively wanted to dodge, then he stopped and closed his eyes to wait for the attack.

“Never mind.”

“It’s a good thing that the monarch and his subjects are compatible,” the old man said sulkily.

He walked to the desk. Hong San subconsciously made way for him. The old man sat down boldly. He glanced at the official documents on the table and sneered.” Naive.”

Hong San lowered his head and said nothing.

“Your lord must be in trouble.” He picked up a few official documents and glanced at them. Then, with a look of disdain, he threw them away.” Stinky words-take care of everything. You’re always competitive. Now you’re suffering.”

Hong San argued,” It’s not that my lord is competitive. It’s just that the nobles are bullying the common people. My lord pities them and fights for the common people…”

Ol ‘Amos said sarcastically,” You’ve always been a good judge of character. I don’t think you’ll be fooled by a hypocrite. Kant is indeed a saint. He’s still alive from the dark arrow. It’s obvious that he’s quite capable.”

“Master, please don’t speak like that when you see His Highness.” Hong San sighed.

“What do you mean? What’s wrong? Have you forgotten about Master after having the Lord?”

“No…” Hong San said softly,” I’m afraid that you’ll be angered by his scolding.”

“Ha, interesting.” The famous official of Aurora who had traveled across the ocean from the east and concealed his identity raised his eyebrows and said,” I scolded him because I wanted to teach a junior a lesson, but he scolded me because he didn’t respect the elderly. I’m going to beat him up for not respecting the elderly.”

“This…” Hong San lowered his head and said.

“What? Could it be that your lord has such profound attainments in martial arts that I’m not his match?”

“No, Master. The Lord has many female confidants. If he summons them to beat them up, I’m afraid you won’t be able to beat them with both fists…”

“.. He was beaten up by me and called his wives to help him take revenge. Isn’t he afraid of losing face?”

“I’m afraid he’ll be proud of it.”

“..”

Hong San smiled apologetically and said,” Anyway, after we meet, let’s talk nicely. The two of you are the heroes of the world, like the stars, shining brightly in the world. The lord has a mysterious background, is knowledgeable, and has compassion for the world. You should have a good chat with Master and become a confidant…”

“Who said I was going to meet Kant?” The old man glared.

“Master.” Hong San sighed.” If you didn’t want to help, why did you show yourself?”

The master was about to hit him, but the disciple consciously leaned over.

“.. You’ve got guts. Hmph, this old man won’t be entangled with you.” He said coldly,” I live on the highest peak thirty miles north of Qilin’s Horn. Tell Kang De to meet me there. He is not allowed to use any supernatural powers or traps. He has to climb to the peak with his hands and feet. I will wait for him there.”

“Master, there’s no need to do this…” Hong San smiled bitterly.

“What’s wrong? What’s wrong? What’s wrong with me trying him?”

“I, Dong Tianming, am not worthy of such respect,” said the old man with a dark face. Do you know how hard it was for the late emperor to invite me out of the mountain? Three thousand children, ten miles of flower road, the late emperor led my horse for me, and treated him with the courtesy of a teacher. I don’t want any false reputation, nor do I want him to put on any ostentation, or give me any rare treasures. I just want to test his temperament, can’t I? Don’t tell me this old master still wants to go directly to him and beg him to use my strategy and methods?”

Hong San looked conflicted.

In all fairness, with his master’s ability, this test was not worth mentioning. He knew that if His Highness obtained his master’s approval, the benefits he would receive would be immeasurable.

But… After interacting with His Highness for a long time, he felt that his master’s request was a little strange.

He did not know if His Highness would agree, but he knew one thing.

That was, His Highness would definitely tell him in private,”I’m afraid your master is a fool.”

He wanted to persuade her again, but he heard his master say,”That’s it.”.

Suddenly, a white light flashed and the old man turned into a speck of light and disappeared. Only a paper figurine was left swaying in the air before falling to the ground without a sound.

Hong San was stunned for a moment. He stomped his feet and ran towards His Highness ‘tent.

“Hall…”

He opened the tent door and found that it was empty. There was a piece of paper on the table.

“I’m going back to Lucerne. Tina is looking for me.”

Hong San frowned and left the tent. Looking at the blue sky, he suddenly felt tired.

Then, footsteps came from the side, and a timid voice shouted,”You, you are?”

He turned his head and saw two women approaching. The one walking in front was a woman in her forties or fifties. She had a stocky figure and a kind face, while a young woman hid timidly behind her, carefully sizing up Hong San.

Hong San noticed that the middle-aged woman had a red sleeve symbol on her arm.

He immediately understood the other party’s identity.

In order to effectively settle and manage the refugees rescued from the Broken Islands, Kant had recruited many people from the Far Harbor. He had specifically instructed a special recruitment process, which was to recruit middle-aged women with good reputations and prestige from various streets and districts. These women were knowledgeable and experienced in all kinds of things. They were very good at guiding and comforting others. They were also meticulous and would consider the many shortcomings and needs of the refugees.

“Good day, Madam. What can I do for you?” he said gently.

“Are you one of His Highness Kant’s men?” the woman asked warily.

Hong San raised his hand and shook the bracelet.

The woman immediately heaved a sigh of relief and smiled. Then, she looked around warily and took a few steps forward. She whispered,”I think…” How do you say that again…”

“Report the situation,”whispered the young woman behind him.

“Oh, right, right, right!” The middle-aged woman with the red armband said,” I want to report a situation to you!”

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[PS 1: Upgraded…] He still owed 3,000 words, and he would pay it back before the end of the month.