#529. Good luck in the future.
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War is more common than three meals.
If you do it quickly, a country will be created.
A land that will perish overnight.
Africa.
Due to the nature of the environment, it was difficult to find diplomats on this continent.
It was a place where it was not uncommon for a country to disappear in the hope of diplomacy.
At worst, it was common for the home country to perish while returning from diplomacy.
So, a diplomat is a symbol of a great power.
It was a luxury allowed only to military governments with the power to not have to worry about destruction, at least for now, and a well-organized bureaucratic system.
“hmm.”
So it was.
A diplomat from the Republic of Carmel.
The reason Guinea Bean was able to enjoy morning coffee leisurely at the embassy.
“Today is also peaceful.”
Of course, there was still a war going on somewhere in Africa, but he didn’t care.
The Republic of Carmel is a powerhouse ruled by a large supply player.
It was a country that almost collapsed during the conquest war of Egypt, which turned the continent upside down, but kept its existence, albeit in the form of a vassal state.
There was no reason to worry again.
Besides, becoming a vassal of Egypt was surprisingly not a bad thing.
The Summoning Lord is missing.
After the Utopia Guild was disbanded.
Even in the struggle of each military government to occupy the vacancy, it was possible to avoid the confusion thanks to the strong shield of Egypt.
Of course, it would be heartbreaking for their president, who has been degraded from an absolute ruler to a servant who serves the country.
That’s the job of the superiors.
Guinea Beans, who had said the right thing a few times and was pushed out of the position of a diplomat, didn’t care.
As long as there is nothing special to do, it’s enough to eat public money and spend leisurely time.
flutter.
“Let’s see, are most of the front-page articles today related to the World Federation?”
Still, as a diplomat, you have to keep an eye on things.
Glancing at the pile of newspapers, Guinea Bean put on a look of insignificance.
since the establishment of the World Federation.
These days, the press is talking like something big is about to happen, but in Guinea Bean’s eyes, it was thrilling.
I don’t know if it’s another continent.
The Utopia Guild is disbanded.
Also, Africa, which had been underdeveloped by a long war, was not a place where anything would change whether or not the World Federation was established.
Even if it changes, the only thing that can be done is to give a small amount of relief goods and show condescension, just like any other group.
“…?”
So after opening the newspaper.
Guinea Bean blinked.
I wonder if presbyopia has already come.
It’s been a while since I rubbed my eyes and took out my magnifying glasses.
No matter how much he looked at it, the Guinea Beans got tired of seeing that the text on the newspaper did not change.
“This crazy…!”
Wow Jangchang!
How urgent was it?
Whether or not the coffee cup I was drinking a while ago is broken.
Guinea Bean, who opened and checked all the other newspapers on the table, now screamed with a darkened face.
“I will send a peacekeeping force to Africa!”
It wasn’t just Guinea Beans that screamed.
Egypt, of course, from the historic giant warlords to the weak warlords that were just born yesterday.
Everyone who was interested in the situation enough to check the newspapers and news in Africa shuddered in amazement.
What does this fact mean?
what will happen in the future
For those with even the slightest insight, they couldn’t have known.
So, it took a while for Guinea Bean, who was sweating, to receive an invitation from the royal palace.
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The Royal Palace in Egypt.
On the other hand, there was a detached palace.
Even though it is neatly maintained, it has been empty for several months, giving off a gloomy atmosphere.
but this moment.
The detached palace had been bustling for a long time.
This was because hundreds of slaves were roaming around without a break, cleaning and decorating the palace, and carrying all sorts of goods.
And in the middle of such a fuss.
A serious conversation was going on in the innermost room of the palace.
“What do you think, Pharaoh?”
“Peacekeepers or speed?”
“both.”
To Limon’s question from behind the curtain.
Hasneti did not immediately respond.
Instead, he silently looked at the newspaper he was holding with a cigarette in his mouth.
[World Federation’s decision to dispatch peacekeepers to Africa!]
[A sweeping decision to save Africa from chaos due to a long war!] [
Reveal the truth about the nomadic tribes in Africa who lost their country and wandered just because they were a small country.]
[A vassal state . The representative of the exiled government of country A petitions the World Federation for liberation from Egypt, which has been plundering and exploiting its colonies as an excuse.] [The World Federation is
requesting cooperation from African countries, including Egypt, and is reviewing military sanctions against non-cooperative countries. […]
It’s been a long time since I’ve been looking at all the articles of the world federation that almost covered the newspaper.
after inhaling deeply.
Hasneti closed her eyes.
Then he vomited out the smoke that had filled his lungs and spoke in a muddy voice.
“It’s quick and effective.”
The peacekeeping force is just an excuse.
In fact, it was obvious to anyone that the World Federation was aiming for Egypt.
It’s not even a trivial soldier.
To send the elite of the 7 guilds to Africa, capable of displacing several countries.
From the point of view of Egypt, the loser of Africa, that in itself is the same as putting a dagger in the throat.
If you try to stop it, the frame of a colonial empire that opposes peace will be overwritten and you will eventually collide with the peacekeepers.
It was an outlier.
It was for this reason that Limon, who was leaving his clothes in the hands of a slave, made an unexpected expression.
“Hmm, you don’t seem angry.”
“Why should I be angry?”
“Because the liberation brigade guys were ignoring the pharaoh by targeting the red dragon clan in the first place.”
Targeting weaknesses is the basis of strategy.
However, the World Federation was not enough to set the first target as the Red Dragon Clan, so they openly provoked them like this.
The princess of the Seven Dragons, of course.
As a proud princess, it was something to be displeased with.
However, Hasneti answered without raising an eyebrow.
“Isn’t it a good thing to be underestimated by the enemy on the battlefield?”
“…Well, it’s only natural that a decent commander would be happy to catch the opponent off guard and dig into it.”
Of course, I didn’t do the right thing.
On the contrary, Limon reflected on his heart, thinking of the many commanders who had been running wild because they had been ignored.
Not another princess.
Comparing Hasneti to common commanders was too rude to even think about.
It was clear from her words that followed.
“Above all, it is great that I learned the limitations of the World Federation.”
“Indeed, it is.”
As the slaves moved, they felt the thin texture that was overlaid on their skin.
Limon laughed.
The reason why the Red Dragon Clan became a target was not because they were weak.
It was because the World Federation could only touch the Red Dragon Clan without engaging in an all-out war.
In Africa, even a slight conflict was unlikely to escalate into an all-out war with the World Federation.
Knowing this fact, it means that they deliberately dispatched troops in the form of a peacekeeping force.
“With this, it’s clear that they haven’t fully taken over the World Federation yet.”
“If the other 7 guilds couldn’t be moved without a just cause, wouldn’t that mean that the lack of preparation was the same?”
“It must be the price for hastening the establishment of the World Federation.”
“Yeah, I’m sure they all need time after all.”
jingle.
Letting go of the clear echo that tickles your throat.
Limon thought.
After all, this fight is a skirmish.
The World Federation is in order to find the Seven Arks and destroy the Seven Dragons while tying up Limon.
As for the Seven Dragons, to prepare to stop such a World Federation.
Given that each of them had the same purpose to take their time, they could have avoided a fierce battle and ended it by pretending to be a war.
The question is…
“But are you really going to be okay?”
“What do you mean?”
“The Pharaoh clan. If it goes according to this plan, it won’t usually be dangerous.”
Charleuk.
Feeling the unique chill of metal sliding on your wrist.
Limon pointed out.
Even if you don’t intend to wage an all-out war, an elephant can break down a rabbit hole just by passing by.
The power of the World Federation, which had 8 sword masters, was overwhelming.
Even if you use only half of them.
Even if the plan is slightly off.
The Red Dragon Clan could be destroyed overnight.
“There is no war without risk.”
But Hasneti didn’t hesitate to answer.
Victory is always behind danger, and the strong are the ones who win it no matter what dangers they face.
with thick cigarette smoke.
speak without hesitation.
The princess of the Red Dragon Clan, who never knew how to avoid a fight, continued.
“So you keep quiet.”
“That’s right, I planned to do this in the first place because the situation would only become more unfavorable if I came out openly from the beginning, but…”
Sreuk.
The stickiness of the skin.
Tickling of the face and.
Tolerating other trifles.
Limon, who slightly turned to the side, opened his mouth after a moment of silence.
“Do I really have to do this?”
For some reason.
Hasneti asked softly at Limon’s voice, which sounded more like lamentation than trembling.
“…you don’t like it either?”
“Well…”
“You can quit if you don’t like it.”
“You want me to come all the way here and just go back?”
“Our clan is not so weak that we can’t even earn time without you alone.”
“…”
Although the war is ahead.
Not asking for help.
Hasneti speaks confidently as always.
Even so, after hearing her voice that couldn’t hide even the slightest regret, I stayed silent for a long time.
Limon sighed.
“Well, right now we’re not in a position to cover this and that to fill our stomachs.”
Charleuk.
Step out slowly.
Come out of the drawn curtain.
Watching Hasneti smoking a cigarette with an open newspaper.
Limon said lightly.
“Then, take good care of me from now on, Pharaoh.”
“…”
“…Pharaoh?”
Until the ash from the cigarette he was holding in his mouth left a black hole in the newspaper.
with an ice cold face.
With bloody eyes fixed.
It was when Limon tilted his head slightly, seeing Hasneti, who remained silent as always.
A blue bird appeared beyond the space.
[manager. look at this here That cool…?]
Yuna-kyung closed her beak, which was about to say something excitedly.
As if I saw something I couldn’t see.
Or maybe you’re shocked.
After lingering for a while.
The only thing the bluebird could manage to say was one word.
[Hickuk.]
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“The other 7 guilds have raised objections about why the peacekeeping force has already been announced when the preparations for dispatching troops have not yet been completed.”
“So what…?”
“It means I was in too much of a hurry.”
“It’s just a waste of useless time… It doesn’t matter if there aren’t any chaffs like that anyway.”
“Be careful with your words. Anyway, formally, that’s the main force.”
“Now that nagging is over, dispatch troops quickly. If the Red Dragon Clan runs away after dragging it along, it will be difficult to bring in and kill
the swordsmith …”
“But at this point, it would be better if we wiped out all the Red Dragon Clan and even killed the swordsmith.”
“…”
“Is there any objection…?”
“No, I will hurry preparations for dispatch.”
“It should have been.”
“So, are the preparations for the Sword Master to be sent to Africa finished?”
“Don’t treat me like an incompetent… that’s already over.”
“Who are you going to send?”
“Yeah…”
