Chapter 192 A new trend (2)
All judgments have grounds.
Until reaching the conclusion that he would pursue and defeat the Kronos Empire, Roman Dmitri confirmed the cases so far.
‘Kronos is a country where noise does not cease every year. What kind of judgment will they make if they, who always invade other countries’ borders and use force, are attacked on the contrary? If I don’t confirm this clearly, I may not be able to afford the cost of my judgment.’
Continental history.
Here are three examples to confirm what you want.
The first was a conflict with the kingdom union.
The Kingdom Alliance refers to the four kingdoms in the south of the Cronus Empire, but they were not safe from the threat of Cronus, just like Cairo.
So they formed a coalition to protect each other.
At that time, as usual, he was attacked by Cronus, and a formal apology was demanded from Cronus for the reason that the knights of the Kingdom Alliance, filled with resentment, brutally slaughtered the enemy chief.
The conditions were absurd.
He expressed his opinion that he would be willing to go to war if the article in question did not kneel down and apologize.
The other two cases were the same.
The Kronos Empire obviously made a mistake first, but in the process of covering right and wrong, fairness was not found at all.
A similar incident has occurred three times in history.
It can be interpreted to mean that the judgment of the Cronus Empire is not simply accidental, but that there is a clear standard for any situation.
‘The Cairo Kingdom suffered the same thing. At some point in their actions of demanding an apology, even in the repeated aggression every year, nothing happened to punish the enemies. Fighting between countries is important, but it also has no meaning in front of the logic of power. The Cronus Empire is a country that does not have common sense, and if it takes a reasonable revenge in this war, there will definitely be problems.’
It is not a general judgment.
Roman Dmitry.
I knew what standards the Kronos Empire would act on.
It was the logic of the strong.
They knew they were wrong, but what mattered to them was the fact that the weak dared to show hostility towards them.
Roman also knew because he lived the life of a strong man.
Rule through fear is possible if the weak are severely punished for crossing the line, even if people criticize it for being right.
so very slowly The moment you take control of the weak’s mind, the weak cannot make general judgments, and no matter what the strong do, they have no choice but to remain silent like a mute who has eaten honey.
There is no turning back then.
Roman Dmitry knew the cost of his judgment, but he felt he had to attack even more.
‘It’s something you have to deal with someday. At the crossroads of choice, in order for the Kingdom of Cairo to move in the right direction, it is necessary to take risks despite knowing the precedents.’
Looking at Baron Noel.
Roman said.
“The Kronos Empire has never made a judgment detrimental to the national interest, regardless of who was right or wrong. It’s the same this time. Even if they joined the rebellion and crossed the border first, what matters to them is the fact that the small Kingdom of Cairo opened its gates and slaughtered Cronus’ soldiers unilaterally.”
“… So what are we supposed to do?”
Baron Noel’s voice trembled.
I just knew the war was over.
However, the unexpected possibility prevented him from enjoying the joy of victory any longer.
“It is the same as before. From the moment the first decision was made to attack the Kronos Empire, the one who took a step back in this fight had no choice but to bear the full damage. Then our choice is simple.”
If you don’t intend to become a vassal.
Even if it breaks, I had to show a certain attitude once.
“We have to fight another war at the negotiating table from now on.”
* * *
It was as expected by Roman.
Around the time the battlefield was almost settled, the Cairo royal family received a call from the Cronus Empire.
[As His Majesty’s representative, I will clarify the position of the Kronos Empire.]
A member of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
It was Baron Charlton.
Looking across the screen at Daniel Cairo, he stiffened his head.
[The Kronos Empire participated in this war at the request of ‘Marquis Benedict’. The justification for participating in the war was given by Cairo, and we only agreed with their argument. We do not claim that our actions are unconditionally right. However, when Marquis Benedict, the subject of the cause, was defeated, Cronus retreated his troops and showed a position that he would not continue the war. But how did Cairo act? It wasn’t enough to open the castle gates, pursue them, and attack Cronus. They brutally killed Count Fabio and Gustavo, the country’s valuable talents.]
“We were fighting a war. Is it wrong to punish the enemy?”
The opponent is a nobleman.
However, Daniel Cairo could not treat his opponent disrespectfully due to the fact that he was an agent of the emperor.
this negotiation.
The leaders of the kingdom put their heads together for a favorable conversation.
It was intended to be resolved peacefully as much as possible, but the claim of the Cronus Empire shocked Cairo from the start.
[yes. Wrong. That’s why we hope to receive a reasonable price.]
“That can’t be. A war with Kronos was not our intention. We are attacked first and our option is only a legitimate counterattack. But you want to be paid a fair price. If Kronos comes out like this, we have no choice but to formally take issue with this case to the ‘international community’. And Cairo was thinking of releasing the prisoners peacefully, but if Kronos continues to be hostile, we have no other options.”
came out strong
Representing Cairo’s voice, he was not going to back down this time.
[Do whatever you want. Raising the issue to the international community does not change the fact that Cairo provided a justification for entering the war. And Kronos will not accept any bargain for the lives of his captives. Now, I’ll give you two options. There is no other negotiation.]
It was a one-sided notice.
The opponent’s mouth was shut and the Empire’s thoughts were revealed.
[We hope for punishment for Roman Dmitri for the brutal murder of Count Fabio. In return, I will take one arm. If Roman Dmitri would come to the empire, offer his arms, kneel down and apologize. And if you release all the prisoners of Kronos, the Kronos Empire will not make this incident an issue anymore. That’s your first option. If you reject the first option, the second option is an all-out war with Kronos. Negotiation is not permitted. duration of ten days. Come in and make your point. If not, Cronus will immediately declare war against the Kingdom of Cairo.]
Ending with that.
Baron Charlton cut off communication without hearing an answer.
Took.
* * *
Cairo Royal Palace.
Everyone in the meeting was shocked.
I was at a loss for words in my head, and I didn’t dare to figure out how to accept this reality.
It was forced.
The Kronos Empire forced them to make a choice even after knowing how absurd they were.
said Simon.
“Your Majesty the King. The Kronos Empire is not making this offer to receive an apology right now. It is clear that he intends to eliminate any future threat to Roman Dmitri’s abilities on the battlefield.”
sure
Roman Dmitry.
It was an existence beyond the fence of the kingdom.
Cairo, which had shown stereotypical thoughts and an attitude befitting a small country, took a different step than before by introducing Roman Dmitri.
Besides killing Gustavo.
If the testimony from the scene reached the Kronos Empire, they would have been wary of Roman Dmitri’s overwhelming force.
only mid 20’s.
Roman Dmitri defeated Gustavo.
It was not simply the result of victory, but the overwhelming victory did not dare to guess his powerlessness.
An apology was just an excuse.
Daniel Cairo gritted his teeth at Cronus’ blatant attitude.
‘They suffer this humiliation because their national power is weak.’
own father.
The former king was a man who pursued peace.
Growing up watching such a person, Daniel Cairo also inherited his father’s benevolence, but when he faced the cruel reality, he realized how irresponsible his father was.
The king couldn’t do that.
If you are facing a border with a cruel predator like Kronos, you have to have a strong national power to survive.
the problem is.
It’s already late.
Reality struck and Cronus forced an unavoidable choice.
Eyes focused on Daniel Cairo.
In a situation where he couldn’t give any advice except for Simon, Daniel Cairo said with a firm expression.
“Roman Dmitry is a Cairo hero. He did things for Cairo, and all the people of Cairo, including those in this room, know it. But what would happen if we abandoned such an existence to live? You may be safe right now. But that’s it. The Kronos Empire will try to cut off our limbs with this incident, and there will be no more people willing to sacrifice their lives for the kingdom. Because there is a precedent called Roman Dmitry. Cairo is bound to collapse naturally.”
It’s a risky choice.
Cronus was not a person to spit out empty words, and he did not know that his decision would really lead to war.
but.
In the future, in the new Cairo, there will be no factional fights that threaten the country or neglect of talented people dedicated to the country.
Even if the result is ruin.
That was the responsibility of Cairo.
At least as the king of a country, as someone who allowed the decision to attack Kronos.
Daniel Cairo did not shy away from responsibility.
“Summon Roman Dmitri right now. I will discuss this matter directly with him.”
* * *
Two days later.
Roman Dmitry entered the palace.
Daniel Cairo could not say that he suffered for Roman Dmitri who suffered on the Western Front.
“… This is how things turned out. What should I do with this?”
I asked honestly.
Kronos’ offer.
The criminal’s brain needed someone to suggest a new direction in a situation where no answer was forthcoming.
said Roman Dmitry.
“From now on, it is time for a new game. The Kronos Empire is aware of the fact that their proposal is out of common sense. Nevertheless, the reason for forcing such a ridiculous choice is to deal with the existence of me while setting the status of the empire right. If you accept Kronos’ proposal, the future in which Cairo will be absorbed as Kronos’s vassal is unavoidable.”
“I don’t know that either. However, the option with power is not a problem that we can ignore and move on. Like you said, if Cronus wants to set the status of the empire right, he will surely fulfill one of his options because he has said it.”
The first broke down.
second if so.
It was an all-out war with Kronos.
Even assuming that Roman Dmitri was the greatest sword on the continent, there was no way to defeat the empire with the power of Cairo.
Roman Dmitry.
From the moment I made the decision to attack for the first time, I found the answer to this.
“There is a way to avoid war while taking advantage of me. Please send me as an envoy to the Kronos Empire. I will go directly to the Empire and solve this problem.”
“It is not allowed. The Kronos Empire now wants to punish you. However, if you enter the limbs directly, in the worst case, you may lose your life.”
Roman’s suggestion.
It was bold.
As he said, the problem could be solved, but it was impossible to let Roman Dmitri go.
That is an irresponsible judgment.
The responsibility for the decision should be taken together, but Roman’s proposal was no different from passing the responsibility on.
It was then.
One of the people in the palace.
A man who had been listening to the conversation stepped forward and raised his voice.
“Can I say something?”
“Speak.”
“Roman Dmitry knows how to solve this problem. And His Majesty the King of Cairo considers it a risky choice for Roman Dmitri to visit the Kronos Empire. then. Wouldn’t it be enough for someone who can properly convey Cairo’s opinions to leave for the Empire? If there is a person who can perfectly implement Roman Dmitri’s plan with that kind of speech, I think it will be the most optimal agreement for Cairo.”
this plan.
Roman Dmitry intended to execute it himself.
Just as Daniel Cairo took responsibility for the decision, he also had a different opinion.
however.
After confirming the owner of the voice, Roman knew that his words had power.
Daniel Cairo also.
He nodded his head at an appropriate point of agreement.
“Count Fabius. Does that mean that you will go directly to Kronos’ envoy?”
“That’s right. I will represent Cairo and convey Cairo’s will to the heinous Cronus Empire.”
Raccoon of Kairos.
He opened a new path.
