"Chairman, you can say it. During my two years at Elena, I have learned a lot from you and from Elena, and you and Elena are my teachers. As long as your request is not too excessive, I will definitely agree to you. ”

Gary Gibson was respectful and courteous. Grand Duke Durle Conton, who was standing behind him, frowned and did not speak. According to his thinking, the negotiation must not be like Gary Gibson, who does not even know what the other side wants. However, it is Gary who is negotiating now, not him, and he still has confidence in this little emperor.

"That's good", Gastens is not a master who follows the traditional negotiation model, he sits back and crosses his legs.

"Three things, the first is that we have suffered heavy losses in the war that has just ended, and we need to compensate for both economic losses and human losses."

"That's no problem, as long as we can afford to pay the compensation, we will pay it. If you want us to open up the market, that's fine. ”

Gary Gibson readily agreed, seemingly completely oblivious to the eyes of Dürer Condon behind him. In Düree Condon's view, war reparations are the core negotiation terms after a war, and this little emperor actually agreed in less than three seconds?

In this moment, Dühr Congton questioned the ability of the little emperor Gary Gibson to handle things.

"Good!" "In addition, we have come all the way and seen that the people of Gade and Konimgg provinces are living in poverty, poverty and poverty. We are also Anken Rein, and we can't stand their lives. We want to liberate our zone of control. ”

"That's fine, my dad really wasn't good enough at that. Serfdom was a dilapidated system that should have been thrown into the dustbin of history a long time ago, but my father always held on to it. The province of Gaed, as well as the province of Reims in the north of Gaed, if you are interested, you can take it all. ”

Gary Gibson is still a happy mess, which makes Dule Congton, who is standing behind him, more and more anxious. In his opinion, could it be that this little emperor is really a cub who sells his Ye Tian and doesn't feel distressed, and he doesn't realize how much of a humiliating contract such as land cutting and compensation has had on the current Anken Ruiin?

"Good, you're good."

Gastens was also surprised by Gary Gibson's cheerfulness, he took a deep look at Gary Gibson and continued.

"Our last demand is not to prohibit the spread of communist ideas within Ankenrein, not to prohibit serfs and workers from entering Elena's territory, not to frame or persecute comrades close to communism, and not to launch any form of military action against Elena's territory."

"That's nature, we lost this war, and naturally it should be."

Less than three seconds later, Gary Gibson agreed to Gastens' request. At this moment, Dürer Condon felt that he had reached the limit of his patience. Although they did come to sue for peace, they agreed to all the terms of the other party without struggling or resisting, which really made him angry. Anyway, you have to struggle a few times, go back and forth for a few rounds, and then agree, right?

What Dürer Condon didn't know was that behind Gastens, Ivan Warren and Zinker Warren were also surprised by the Boss's conditions. It seems that the Momiji Hills policy that was set a day ago has been forgotten. Although the provinces of Gade, East Roa, Reims and Konimgue are also not small territories, they are still far from the autumn hills they want. It's just that, as the victors, they are far less anxious than Dürer Condon. After all, regardless of the conditions, Elena's problem is how much she can get, not how much she loses.

"Very well, you have impressed me a little", Gastens said sincerely, "the amount of the reparation, I think five million rams is more appropriate, with Anken Rein's tax as a guarantee." What do you think? ”

"Teacher, we don't have that much money", this time, Gary Gibson finally stopped smiling and winning, "You also know that my father is full of military force, equipped with 800,000 standing troops, and is ready to go to war with you at any time. These costs come from the Anken Rein treasury. Before that, Ankenrein also experienced a losing war with Elena. Successive wars have drained Ankenrein's treasury, so we cannot afford such high reparations. ”

"Five million rams is not much, in my opinion", Gary Gibson shifted his body and lowered Erlang's legs, "Anken Rui has an income of two or three million a year, and in five or six years, he will pay back this money." Even if you have to use it yourself, it won't take long to repay the money. What's more, you can also use materials to pay off debts. ”

"I'm sorry, teacher, we can't afford so much reparation", Gary Gibson is still so polite, but the words that come out of his mouth are no longer unconditional promises, "Teacher, we can only afford one million rams in reparations, too much, my position as the emperor, is it okay for you?" ”

"Four million, or we'll go on the offensive and we'll talk to Roseville."

Gastens froze. He has an invincible army in his hands, he is the victor in this war, and he cannot and will not be led by Gary Gibson.

"Then you can try", Gary Gibson showed no weakness, "we have abolished serfdom, and the decree has just been issued. And we will sell land to serfs at a very low price, allowing them to become yeoman farmers. We are also improving the treatment of workers. The basis of your offense is gone. If freedom could be found in their own country, how many serfs would risk their lives to join Elena? ”

"Original...... Play meat is here! ”

Dühr Condon finally understood Gary Gibson's style of play. We lost, you can ask for whatever you want. But how much you want will have to talk about slowly. Moreover, because of the abolition of serfdom, Elena also lost one of her largest supporters. If Gastens were sane, he would naturally think about Gary Gibson's threat.

"Three million, otherwise don't talk about it."

Gastens gave in again, and Gary Gibson smiled and nodded in response.

"As for the land, we want all the land west of the Momiji Hills. The whole west should be unified and belong to a ruler who can give happiness to the people. At the same time, the Momiji Hills can also be used as a border between the two sides, improving security. ”

"This is not good, if I lose nearly half of my land at once, my father will not forgive me. When the time comes, without the need for your army, these nobles behind me will directly drive me out of the ring. ”

Gary Gibson stretched out his hand and waved it back, his tone was sincere, "Chairman Gastens, I know that you are a believer in communism, and you once taught me communism. Unfortunately, I do not believe that communism will be the final victor of this revolution, so my country and I, the Republic of Ankenrein, will compete peacefully with you in another way, and the purpose of competition is to see who survives to the end and who has the best laugh. ”

"Yes," Gastens smiled, "well, Elena has never been afraid of any competition. And, according to your thoughts, isn't it just right for Anken Rei to be half of us? ”

"Chairman Gastens, one and a half, I, the emperor, can't be the emperor. Without me, if the next Emperor Ankenrui goes crazy and transfers all the garrisons and guards of the Eastern Glacier Defense Line to fight with you, even if you may not be able to win, your troop losses will not be small. Sixteen Behemoth Chariots are powerful, but they can't protect all your armies. When the time comes, on the great plains of Narvas, we are the masters, you are the guests, and it is really hard to say who will win and who will lose. ”

"I'm sorry, but I can't let this happen," Gastens stood up, "if you really want to fight, then fight." We love Lena and are never afraid of war. ”

After saying that, Gastens got up and walked away, not forgetting to drop the last sentence.

"You have two hours to think about it, and after two hours, we're going to go on the offensive. We can see if Elena can free Roseville. ”

Little Emperor Gary Gibson pursed his lips as he looked at Gastens as he drifted away. His lips had begun to turn white because of the hard bite. Standing behind him, Grand Duke Durr Condon of Lingyan looked at Gastens who was drifting away, and felt indescribable.

"Head, will they agree to our terms?"

On the way back to the command with Gastens, Ivan was a little curious.

"Why wait for them to say yes. Now there is no military force in the whole west of Roswell that can stop us, how good it is to kill it directly, and it is still grinding and chirping here. ”

Bakken Warren was more radical and did not hide his ideas.

"There is a risk in killing the past, the battle line is too long, and the logistics supply is too long. Without ammo, both the Behemoth and our troops will lose their combat effectiveness. I could fill it out with human life, but I don't want to do that. If it can be resolved through negotiations, it is also a good solution. ”

Gastens walked in a hurry, without hesitation, "It's up to Gary to see if he can understand this, from beginning to end, the bargaining chips they can have are very few, almost nothing." If he can't see this matter clearly, then he, the emperor, is nothing more than that. ”

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"Grand Duke of Durre, what do you say should be done?"

In the makeshift resting place, Gary looked respectfully at Duller Condon, waiting for instructions from the Grand Duke. Now that the royal family had relinquished all power, even if there was to go to war, it would be up to Dure-Conton, the Grand Duke and several other members of the noble council, to decide. He, Gary Gibson, was able to negotiate that on the table, and he did his best.

"This thing ......"

Dürer Conton thought about it in his mind. Four of the seven Grand Dukes had territories west of Roseville, and if they gave up all the lands on the west side of the Red Leaf Hills, they would be giving up the fiefdoms of the four Grand Dukes. Then the Council of Nobles would certainly not agree to such a treaty. As for the three bosses of the Mage Tower, even he didn't know exactly where the foundation of these people was, and he couldn't estimate their motivation for voting.

"It's not a good thing, Henry Claflin, Denbach Lebrun, Biska Arest, and Kayat Boyer all have their territories west of Rossville, and they are all in the territories that Gastens wants now. If we give all of this to Gastens, I'm afraid the noble council will have problems. ”

"So, your territory isn't on this list, is it?"

Gary looked up at Duller Condon, "If your territory isn't on the list, then why should you worry?" Aren't they the ones to worry about? ”

"But, the Council of Nobles—"

"How many members of the noble council there were, and who it consisted of, was not determined according to the situation of the country? Now that Elena may threaten Anken Rein's survival at any time, do you think the safety and survival of the country is more important, or the territory or mood of the four archdukes? ”

Gary Gibson looked straight at Dürer Condon, and the honesty in his eyes made Dürer Condon feel a little frightened. He seemed to sense Dürer Conton's fear, and added.

"Or do you think the composition of the noble council is more important than the survival of the state?"

At this moment, Dühr Condon suddenly understood what Gary Gibson meant. He shuddered and broke out in a cold sweat. It turned out that the little prince had this in mind.

“…… If that's the case......"

Although he was unwilling, Duller Conton still uncontrollably followed Gary Gibson's train of thought. If that were the case, it would not seem impossible to adjust the Council of Nobles.

However, Dürer Condon suddenly realized a problem, and he looked at Gary Gibson and asked.

"This is me who came with you, what if it is the other Grand Dukes who came with you?"

"In that case......," Gary Gibson frowned, "then I may have to go back alone when I go back, after all, the survival of the country is the most important thing, isn't it?" ”

So Duller Condon understood that no matter what, the result would not change. He sighed softly and gave up on his insistence.

"Okay, that's it."

"I see, Grand Duke, the country will remember your sacrifice."

Gary Gibson stood up and saluted, then turned to the herald.

"Go, go and get Lord Garstens", Gary Gibson paused, "No, go and inform Lord Garstens, we'll go right over, his terms, we agree." Everything is subject to the contract. ”

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On May 1, 851, Gastens Warren on behalf of Elena and Gary Gibson on behalf of Ankenrein signed the Momiji Contract, agreeing to divide Ankenrein into two with the Momiji Hills as the boundary, and on the east side, the newly established constitutional republic of Ankenrein. On the west side, is the People's Communist Republic of Elena. The treaty stipulated a war reparation of 3 million rams, exemption from import duties on steam equipment, and the opening of the domestic market. At this point, Elena finally stepped onto the political stage of the Central Continent as an independent country.

Volume 11, The Flying Red Flag, End.