Chapter 21: Jokes and Promises
"I don't approve of the proposal of the Kingdom of Lordaeron just now. Pen × fun × Pavilion www. biquge。 infoThe current alliances are quite solid, and there is no need for us to spare extra energy to build such an ideal alliance. I admit that the gap between the kingdoms of the current alliance is very unequal, and the living standards of the inhabitants of Nanhai Town are more than one grade higher than that of Night Town and Shining Gold Town. However, the current alliance countries already have their own territories and economic systems, and rashly breaking them will inevitably cause many unnecessary social contradictions. Katrana's voice reverberated in Lordaeron's royal court, and she did not hesitate to reject the proposal of the kingdom of Rodalen as other kingdoms.
Even though Stormwind doesn't have the strength to compete with Lordaeron, Lordaeron's seemingly beautiful proposal actually harbors a murderous intent to annex all the countries of the Alliance.
No king would want to huddle in his rich royal city and fortified castle, but they all want to strengthen their country and expand their territory by all means.
"Lord Catlana, the ambassador from Stormwind, you seem to be thinking a little too much. Our proposal in Lordaeron does not say that it touches the internal systems of the kingdoms, we just hope that the people of all the Union countries can have human rights and have a happy life. This is the purpose of the alliance and the goal of the kingdoms. Lordaeron's ambassador looked at Katrana with a smile.
Katrana did not answer Lordaeron's delegates directly, but turned to the envoy of the Kingdom of Gilneis, "What do you say, Mr. Jim?" ”
Katrana's words changed, and the corners of the mouth of the steady Ambassador Gilneth twitched slightly: "We in Gilneth once launched the Alliance, and we were in trouble because of the deficit of the treasury and the large amount of money that the concentration camps needed. The alliance needs a stable partner, so we chose to withdraw. As Count Catlana said, our withdrawal is also for the sake of our people, and King Greymane does not want our economic system to collapse, let alone to make our people suffer. Now that the ambassador of Lordaeron has made a very good suggestion, and the trade routes and goods have been aided, I have reason to believe that it is right for Gilneth to return to the alliance once again, and we would like to believe that the policy of the King of Alsace can be effective. ”
Baron Jim's words completely made Catlana puzzled. All of you here are the elite of each kingdom. Don't you understand the meaning behind this aid?
Now the entire trade route of Alterac, from Talen Mill to Seberchel, Lordaeron, and then to Andorhal, the entire trade route of Lordaeron has become extremely strong under the management of the Blizzard Guild. As everyone knows, the current Blizzard Guild is on the side of the Alliance, but as long as the trade of the Blizzard Guild is the bulk of Lordaeron, the existence of the Great Magister has already made the hearts of the countries of the Alliance have a scale.
Katrana knew Rollin, he didn't care about the infighting of the Alliance, he cared about the fate of the Azeroth side. However, at today's meeting in Lordaeron, if the ambassadors of the Alliance countries choose to agree and Stormwind disagrees, it will already cause faction strife in the Alliance.
As an ambassador for Stormwind, Katrana is at a crossroads of fate. She didn't know what decision she was going to make, and Katrana traveled around the country and attended hundreds of meetings, only this time, she was in doubt.
If you agree, that represents Stormwind's intentions. Later, when this plan was implemented, Lordaeron had the right to speak. If you don't agree, there will be a rift in the countries of the alliance in private, and Katrana can't guarantee what kind of sanctions the alliance will take against Stormwind on the trade routes and traders.
Stormwind is not in a good position right now, and internal reforms are struggling. Marshal Tulayan and Khadgar handled a lot of government affairs, but the financial power remained in the hands of the aristocracy. He is now also ostracized by his aristocratic peers in the reforms.
"Okay, this meeting is not binding, but I hope you will think about it carefully. After all, this is a good idea, and we have reason to believe that our joint efforts will bring a better and freer tomorrow to the countries of our alliance. So, ambassadors, please take a stand. Lordaeron's presiding officer, Paladin Dasohan, said.
The ambassadors of Gilnes, Outrank, Kurtilas all raised their left hands, believing that the proposal was acceptable and developed.
"Katrana and Garris, do you have any other opinions?" Da Sohan made a gesture of please.
Garris was a subordinate of Field Marshal Danas Tolbairn, who had been fighting with the general for many years and knew a lot about it. Proposals like today's are undoubtedly bringing the entire alliance's voice into Lordaeron's hands.
Garris got up and said, "This matter is still up for debate, and I need to think about it for a while." ”
Dasohan looked at Katrana with a smile and said, "What is your opinion, the ambassador of Stormwind?" ”
Katrana shook her head and said, "No." ”
The cold voice attracted the attention of all the ambassadors, and Da Sohan smiled and nodded: "It's okay, it's good to have arguments." Our proposal still needs to be refined, and hopefully Katrana will return to Stormwind to explain what we and the Alliance nations have proposed. ”
Is it stressing me out so quickly? Katrana smiled officially: "Of course, today's consideration does not mean that the provisional decision is correct. Are you right? ”
After the meeting, Katrana traveled from Lordaeron to the town of Southsea. As before, when she arrived in Nanhai Town, she first went to the Rose Hotel.
"Gianna, I didn't expect to see you here." Katrana waved the guards to get ready for the check-in, and then she warmly shook Gianna's hand and greeted her with a smile.
Gianna said smugly, "You, why did you come here?" ”
Katrana glanced up at the second floor, then at Gianna's bad face, and she smiled and said, "Don't worry, I'm not here to find your teacher." I've just returned from the kingdom of Lordaeron. ”
Gianna blushed, and she explained, "That's not what I meant, the teacher is on the second floor, you can just go and find it?" ”
"Thank you, Gianna. I knew you weren't a stingy girl. Katrana let go of Gianna's hand and followed the stairs all the way up the second floor.
Gianna frowned, she looked at Katrana with a reluctant expression and said, "Sister Kaponia, your man is going to be snatched away." ”
Carbonia, who was leaning against the window, was flipping through the magic books in her hand. She said nonchalantly, "Don't sulk at yourself, this girl doesn't look like us." Don't think about hitting her attention, otherwise you won't know if you've suffered a big loss. ”
Gianna stomped her little feet, and she snorted coldly and said, "Scheming!" ”
"Okay, okay, you haven't completed the task your teacher gave you yet, anyway, after the magic energy penetrates into these plate armor outfits, will they cause unnecessary disorder."
After Gianna returned to her work, she carefully attached a miniature magic array to these plate armor equipment: "No, the energy of the holy light and the magic energy can be fused together, and there will definitely be no conflict between the unilateral energy." ”
Perhaps Rollin had already sensed Catlana's arrival, and as Catlana walked around the corner of the hallway, she saw Rollin staring at the magic crystal ball in contemplation.
Without actively disturbing Rollin's spell, Katrana cautiously found a place to sit down.
"Look at your sad face, are you in trouble again?" Rollin closed his eyes and breathed a long sigh of relief to relieve his fatigue.
Katrana smiled bitterly, "I should have asked you this, you seem to be in trouble." ”
Rollin removed the magical divinity that linked the crystal ball and withdrew the energy from the divinity that emanated from him. Then, he leaned back lazily on the wooden chair and said, "When have I not been in trouble, just like you, don't you need to be busy with many things now, even in times of peace?" ”
"You're so stupid, I'm just kidding." Katrana said with a smile.
Rollin said nonchalantly, "Say it, I'll give you a little advice." ”
Katrana's face was sad, and she told Lorin all the meetings she had held in Lordaeron ten days ago.
After Rollin listened, he also smelled some bad smells. He didn't say anything, though, and looked at Katrana: "You're doing the right thing. At all times, it is important for your kingdom to make its own decisions. ”
"But the other ambassadors don't think so, and I'm really scared that Stormwind will be financially sanctioned for my decision." Katrana told Rollin what she feared most.
"Did you agree to the 'exile' of the orcs before? This is also the decision of the alliance together. Rollin asked.
Katrana wanted to explain, but when the words came to his lips, he nodded: "I know it's wrong, but it's not for me to decide. This is King Varian's decision, after all, reducing the fiscal deficit is necessary for our kingdom to continue to grow. ”
"I understand, but which country will benefit the most from the exiled orcs? Do you know this? ”
"Lordaeron."
"You know that the power of the countries of the alliance is very uneven, and if you want to get your own living space under the control of the King of Arthas, you must do something now. Arthas was not his father, and the prince had enough ambitions. Rollin said.
Katrana nodded, and she said, "Thank you, Lorraine, for hearing your enlightenment." I don't feel any pressure anymore. Seriously, I wish you could take me out of Stormwind one day so that I too can have a quiet life. ”
"It's not the first time you've said this joke." Rollin said nonchalantly.
Katrana pursed her lips, and she walked to the door and said, "Do you need to keep busy?" If you're busy, I'll go back to my room first. ”
Luo Lin shook his head: "Sit here, we can eat together in a while." ”
"Thank you, Rollin."
"You're welcome, you weren't like this before." Rollin looked up and looked at Katrana with a smile.
People change, that is, you fool can't feel it.
The cool sea breeze blows on the harbor of Nanhai Town, and the lights are quite quiet at night. I don't know if it's a coincidence or not, Rollin, who is alone, meets Katrana who is walking towards her.
"What about Gianna and the beautiful elven mage? How willing they are to let you go out for a walk alone. Katrana unconsciously stood with Rollin, she said.
"They went to the night market, and Gianna and Caponia loved it. I thought you were going back. I heard that there are also gnome and dwarf performances today. Rollin said with a smile.
Katrana grabbed Rollin, who stood still, looking at the calm sea to the west and said, "I don't like lively places very much. ”
"It's not necessarily, if you find someone you like in the future, you will definitely be willing to go with him." Rollin quipped.
"There's no one else here Rollin, my mind, it's impossible for you, the archmage, not to know." Catlana plucked up her courage and said, taking Rollin's hand.
Nodding, Rollin maintained his usual smile and did not answer.
Katrana was ashamed, she didn't know what to say. She wanted to hear Rollin's answer, a perfect answer.
"I know."
"So you don't like me, do you?" Katrana asked eagerly.
"No, Katrana. I just think what you do first is much more important than what happens between us. You have what you need to do. When the day is really over, I'll pick you up in person. Rollin promised.
Katrana resisted the impulse in her heart, and she let go of Rollin's hand: "You promised me, you can't forget." I'm trying to keep my distance from you now, I'm scared of what kind of loneliness I'll endure in Stormwind if I really get into your arms without any scruples. ”
"I know." Rollin understood Catlana's words.
Katrana looked at Rollin's gentle eyes, and she unconsciously ran into Rollin's arms and sobbed.
Rollin didn't say anything, he respected Catlana's choice and gave her a warm hug.
"Silly girl, now that you know what to do. Such a decision was also made. Rollin whispered into Catlana's ear.
Katrana hugged Rollin's back tightly and said, "I'm not afraid, I know I'm going to be able to hold on." But you, don't forget me. ”
"As long as I'm here, I'll definitely go to you." Luo Lin looked at the girl in his arms and said.
"Don't say stupid things!" Katrana looked up into Rollin's eyes and said with disgust.
(To be continued.) )