CH 192

new game (2)

All judgments have a basis.

Roman Dmitry confirmed the case before reaching the conclusion that he would pursue and defeat the Kronos Imperial Army.

'Kronos is a country where the noise does not stop every year. What kind of judgment will they make if they are attacked on the contrary, who always invade the borders of other countries first and use force? If I do not confirm this clearly, I may not be able to bear the price for my judgment.'

continent's history.

Here are three examples to confirm what you want.

The first was the conflict with the Kingdom Union.

The Kingdom Union refers to the four kingdoms in the southern part of the Kronos Empire, and they were not safe from the threat of Kronos, like Cairo.

So they formed a coalition to protect each other.

Even then, as usual, he was attacked by Kronos, and a furious kingdom union knight demanded an official apology from Kronos for brutally slaughtering the enemy chief.

The conditions were absurd.

The article in the case expressed the opinion that war would be inevitable unless they got down on their knees and apologized.

The same was true for the other two cases.

The Kronos Empire obviously made a mistake first, but there was no fairness in the process of discriminating against it.

A similar incident has occurred three times in history.

This can be interpreted to mean that the judgment of the Kronos Empire is not simply accidental, but that there is a clear standard for certain situations.

'The same thing happened to the Cairo Kingdom. In response to their actions of demanding an apology, from a certain point onward, despite repeated aggression every year, there was no action to punish the enemies. The cause of the fight between countries is important, but it also has no meaning in front of the logic of power. The Kronos Empire is a country where common sense doesn't work, and if you take righteous revenge in this war, you will definitely have problems.'

It is not a general judgment.

Roman Dmitry.

He knew what standards the Kronos Empire was acting on.

It was the logic of the strong.

They didn't know they had done something wrong, but what was important to them was that the weak dared to show hostility to them.

Roman also knew because he lived the life of a strong man.

Even if people criticize whether it is the right thing to do, domination using fear is possible if the weak are severely punished for crossing the line.

So very slowly. The moment they take control of the minds of the weak, the weak cannot make general judgments, and no matter what the strong do, they have no choice but to remain silent like a honeydew.

Then there is no turning back

Roman Dmitry knew the cost of his judgment, but felt he had to attack even more.

'It's something you have to deal with someday. In order for the Kingdom of Cairo to move in the right direction at the crossroads of choice, it is necessary to take risks, knowing the precedents of the past.'

Looking at Baron Noel.

said Roman.

"The Kronos Empire has never made a judgment that harmed the national interest, regardless of anyone's fault. The same goes for this time. Even if they joined the rebellion and crossed the border first, what is important to them is the fact that the small kingdom of Cairo opened its gates and unilaterally slaughtered the soldiers of Kronos."

" So what are we supposed to do?"

Baron Noel's voice trembled.

I just knew the war was over.

But due to an unexpected possibility, he could no longer enjoy the joy of victory.

"It is the same as before. From the moment they first made the decision to attack the Kronos Empire, the side of the fight that takes a step back is bound to bear the full damage. Then our choice is simple."

If you don't want to become a vassal.

Even if he was broken, he had to show a certain attitude at one time.

"We must fight another war from now on at the negotiating table."

* * *

It was as Roman had expected.

When the battlefield was almost cleared up, the Cairo royal family received a call from the Kronos Empire.

[As a representative of His Majesty the Emperor, I will reveal the position of the Kronos Empire.]

belonging to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

It was Baron Charlton.

Looking at Daniel Cairo over the screen, he raised his head stiffly.

[The Kronos Empire joined this war at the request of the 'Marquis Benedict'. Cairo gave up the cause of participating in the war, and we just sympathized with their argument. We are not claiming that our actions are necessarily right. However, after the defeat of the Marquis Benedict, who was the cause of the cause, Cronus retreated and took the position that he would not continue the war. But how did Cairo behave? It was not enough to open the gates and chase after them and attack Kronos, but they brutally killed Count Fabio and Gustavo Knights Commander, who were valuable nationals.]

"We were at war. Is it wrong to punish the enemy?"

The opponent is an aristocrat.

However, due to the fact that he was the emperor's agent, Daniel Cairo could not treat his opponent.

this negotiation.

The heads of the kingdoms put their heads together for a favorable conversation.

It was intended to be resolved peacefully as much as possible, but the claim of the Kronos Empire shocked Cairo from the start.

[Yes. Wrong. Therefore, we hope that we will be rewarded for it.]

"It cannot be. The war against Kronos was not our intention. We were attacked first, and our choice 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 raise the issue with the 'international community'. And Cairo was thinking about freeing the prisoners peacefully, but if Kronos continues to be hostile, we have no other option."

went out strong

Representing Cairo's voice, he didn't want to back down this time.

[Do whatever you want. Raising an issue with the international community does not change the fact that Cairo provided an excuse to go to war. And Kronos will not accept any negotiations at the cost of prisoners' lives. Now, I'm going to give you two options. There are no other negotiations.]

It was a one-sided notice.

He covered his opponent's mouth and revealed the empire's thoughts.

[We hope that Roman Dmitry will be punished for the brutal murder of Count Fabio. In return, I will take only one arm. If Roman Dmitry came to the Empire, offering his arms, kneeling down and apologizing. And if all the prisoners of Kronos are released, the Kronos Empire will not take this case into question any more. That's the first option. If you reject the first option, the second option is an all-out war against Kronos. Negotiation is not allowed. The duration is ten days. Come inside and state your position. Otherwise, Kronos will formally declare war on the Cairo Kingdom immediately.]

at the end of that word.

Baron Charlton cut off communication without hearing an answer.

tuk.

* * *

Cairo Royal Palace.

Everyone at the meeting was shocked.

I lost words in my tangled head, and I did not dare to grasp how to accept this reality.

It was forced.

The Kronos Empire forced them to choose even though they knew how vain they were.

Simon said.

"His Majesty the King. The Kronos Empire is not making this offer to accept an apology now. With Roman Dmitry's abilities shown on the battlefield, it is clear that he intends to eliminate the threat that will become a threat in advance."

It was certain.

Roman Dmitry.

It was an existence beyond the boundaries of the kingdom.

Cairo, who had always shown a stereotyped idea and an attitude suitable for a small country, took a different step than before with Roman Dmitry.

Besides, he even killed Gustavo.

If the testimony of the field had reached the Kronos Empire, they would have been wary of Roman Dmitry's overwhelming force.

Only mid 20's.

Roman Dmitry defeated Gustavo.

It was not the result of simply winning, but the overwhelming victory did not dare guess his power.

The apology was just an excuse.

At Cronus' blatant attitude, Daniel Cairo clenched his teeth.

'You are suffering such a disgrace because your national power is weak.'

own father.

The previous king was a seeker of peace.

Growing up watching such a person, Daniel Cairo inherited his father's kindness, but when he faced the cruel reality, he realized how irresponsible his father was.

The king was not like that.

If you were facing a border with a cruel predator like Kronos, you had to have a strong national power to survive.

the problem is.

It's already late.

Reality struck, and Kronos forced an unavoidable option.

The gaze focused on Daniel Cairo.

Without giving any advice except for Simon, Daniel Cairo said with a firm expression on his face.

"Roman Dmitry is a hero in Cairo. He did a work for Cairo, and it is known to all the people of Cairo, along with those present here. But what if we give up such existence in order to live? It may be safe for now. But that's it. The Kronos Empire will take this opportunity to cut off our limbs, and there will be no more people willing to give their lives for the kingdom. Because Roman Dmitry has a precedent. Cairo is bound to collapse naturally."

It's a risky choice.

Cronus was not a being to speak empty words, and he did not know that his decision could really lead to war.

However.

In the future, in the new Cairo, there will be no factional fights that threaten the country, nor will there be any neglect of talented people who are dedicated to the country.

Even if the result is ruin.

That was Cairo's share.

At least as the king of a country, as a person who allowed the decision to attack Kronos.

Daniel Cairo did not avoid responsibility.

"Call Roman Dmitry right now. We will discuss this matter directly with him."

* * *

two days later.

Roman Dmitry entered the palace.

Daniel Cairo could not say that he worked hard for Roman Dmitry, who suffered on the Western Front.

" This is how things turned out. How would you like to do this?"

asked frankly.

Kronos' suggestion.

In a situation where the criminal's brain did not readily come up with an answer, he needed someone who could suggest a new direction.

Roman Dmitry said.

"From now on, a new game is needed. The Empire of Kronos is aware of the fact that their proposal has gone beyond common sense. Even so, the reason for forcing such a nonsensical option would be to deal with the existence of me while setting the status of the empire right. If we accept Kronos' proposal, a future in which Cairo is absorbed as a vassal of Kronos is inevitable.

"I don't know that either. However, the choice of force is not an issue we can ignore. As you said, if Kronos is trying to set the status of the Empire right, he will surely carry out one of his options because of what he has said."

The first was broken.

Then second.

It was an all-out war against Kronos.

Even assuming that Roman Dmitry was the continent's best sword, there was no way to defeat the Empire with Cairo's power.

Roman Dmitry.

From the moment I first decided to attack, I found the answer.

"There is a way for me to avoid war while keeping the profit. Please send me to the Kronos Empire's mission. I will go directly to the Empire and solve this problem."

"Not allowed. The Kronos Empire now wants punishment for you. But if you go directly into the limb, in the worst case, you can lose your life."

Roman's suggestion.

It was bold.

As he said, he could solve the problem, but he couldn't let Roman Dmitry go.

That is an irresponsible judgment.

The responsibility of making the decision should be embraced together, but Roman's proposal was nothing more than passing on the responsibility.

That was then.

One of the people in the royal palace.

A man who was listening to the conversation stepped forward and raised his voice.

"Can I say something?"

"Say it."

"Roman Dmitry knows how to solve this problem. And His Majesty the King of Cairo considers it a risky choice for Roman Dmitry to visit the Kronos Empire. if so. Wouldn't it be nice if someone who could properly convey Cairo's opinion left for the Empire? If there is anyone who can speak up and perfectly carry out Roman Dmitry's plans, I think Cairo will find the most optimal agreement."

this plan.

Roman Dmitry was thinking of doing it himself.

Just as Daniel Cairo took responsibility for the decision, he too was not different.

By the way.

Roman, who confirmed the owner of the voice, knew that his words had power.

Also Daniel Cairo.

He nodded to an appropriate agreement.

"Count Fabius. Does that mean you're going to go to Kronos' mission yourself?

Yes. On behalf of Cairo, I will deliver Cairo's will to the heinous Kronos Empire.

The raccoon of Kairos.

He opened up a new way.