CH 202

wheel of fortune (2)

Edwin Hector was perplexed.

If you know the plot of the Kronos Empire.

There was no reason to reject his offer.

public enemy.

It's a plan to overthrow the Kronos Empire, but why are you reacting so aggressively?

"To be honest, I do not understand Roman Dmitry-sama's intentions. The Principality of Dmitry invited the Kingdom Union to speak of the future. Just as the affair with the Kronos Empire brought the Kingdom Confederacy, he has proven himself that the powers of neighboring countries are needed to the fullest to counter the imperial ambition.

Dmitry and Hector.

Both goals were met.

In that case, it was right to welcome Edwin Hector's outstretched hand and embrace it.

"I will not deny that Hector is weak. In just one year, the damage caused by poor crops and the aftermath of the war could not be resolved, and there are still many hungry people in Hector. But what does that have to do with it? It would be an advantage for Dmitry if there was even one person who would contribute to the overthrow of the Kronos Empire. It means that we will bear the war that you must fully bear. And isn't Hector's plan an extension of Dmitry's involvement in the Kingdom Union?

outside the office.

A friendly conversation was taking place in the party hall.

Talking about the future of the kingdom while clinking glasses, they laughed at each other as they united their forces over a common enemy.

A sea that has already been agreed upon.

On the surface, a solidarity between Dmitry and Hector was established, and Edwin Hector only prepared this place to confirm that fact.

So rejection was not to be expected.

Roman Dmitry was an unpredictable figure on the battlefield, but I didn't know he would cause so much trouble outside of the battlefield.

Roman Dmitry said.

Yes. With the common enemy of the Empire, the Kingdom Union can only survive if they unite. What I'm talking about is a closer relationship than that. Does Prince Edwin Hector believe in unity of kingdoms? We may leave our backs for each other's safety right now, but we cannot guarantee that it will last."

There are no permanent allies.

Given that, Roman Dmitry hoped for a clear advantage for each other for a sure relationship.

"From now on, if I were the Kronos Empire, I will tell you how to destroy the sand castle called the Kingdom Union."

* * *

Human relationships are complex.

If one's own person showed solid beliefs, the existence outside the fence was constantly questioned and distrusted.

alliance, union.

To build such a relationship solid, it must be accompanied not only by a purpose, but also by the conviction that the relationship is beneficial.

Hector only has a clear purpose. It wasn't something that influenced the trend.

"Recently, the situation in the Umberto Kingdom is not very good. They border on Kronos at the forefront. They are receiving the greatest damage from battles that occur over and over, and dissatisfaction is leaking from the inside due to fatigue. If I were the Kronos Empire, I would try to convince Umberto first. Even if Umberto falls for that conciliation, the Kingdom Union will have no choice but to collapse on its own due to a rift from within."

one possibility.

"In the Kingdom of Redford, the king has gambled. Putting the country's security in the background, the national treasury was squandered. As you know, Golden Bank has influence across the continent. If they start pressing, the debt-stricken Kingdom of Redford will try to find a new solution, which may be a betrayal."

both possibilities.

"But do you think you can trust Frank and Odelia? No, absolutely not. They have a divided power system, just like in Cairo before. The fact that the Franks neglected Phoenix's support was also a disaster because the forces following the Empire encouraged the king. Cairo found stability in the purges of the Marquis Benedict and the Nobility, but we cannot be sure that miracles like ours will happen to them."

four possibilities.

Finally.

"How about Hector? The four kingdoms of the Kingdom Union have enough weaknesses for Kronos to attack. So is Hector. If hunger reaches its extreme. Or, if Valhalla suddenly declares war. Will you be able to survive then? Those of you who say you will take revenge against the Kronos Empire are asking if you have the power to not be shaken by changing circumstances."

Kingdom Union.

It was just a sand castle.

We formed such an unstable relationship that we don't know when it will collapse.

"Dmitry has no intention of making the mistake of first breaking the relationship with the Kingdom Union. I also hope for a friendly relationship with Hector in the future, but joining Prince Edwin Hector's plans is another matter. The cost of excessive faith is fatal. Dmitry will not be shaken under any circumstances if we assume that neighboring countries will betray us when we believe, but if we trust each other, then the problem is different. Because Hector has a role he wants. For us, that void has to be fatal."

It was a complicated matter.

Form alliances, but not give sincerity.

It was the answer returned to Edwin Hector, who was expressing his sincerity.

Looking at Edwin Hector who could not accept the situation, Roman Dmitry spoke in a subdued voice.

"I do not know the sincerity of the kingdom of Hector. Unlike other kingdoms, Hector has a clear purpose to take revenge on the Kronos Empire, and there is good reason to accept Hector as an ally. The question is whether Dmitry really deserves to deal with Hector. The role Hector can play is important. If Hector says he will only take revenge on Kronos with his mouth in such a harsh environment, then there is no reason for Dmitry to treat Hector with sincerity. Because what you can get from Hector is scarce anyway. Rather, trusting yourself and following is a smart way to avoid taking risks."

Future plans.

I needed confidence in Hector.

If they prove their worth, they will think about how to use Hector from then on.

And.

In the beginning, it was Roman Dmitry's argument that the subject of the plan was Dmitry.

"I will ask you again. Is there any reason for Dmitry to really join hands with Hector?"

* * *

Roman Dmitry's words.

That's right.

Hector was weak.

Nevertheless, Edwin Hector was ignorant of the subject and first talked about the plan.

' If you think about it, the fact that the Kronos Empire is the subject of darkness is not a very important issue.'

Kronos.

They didn't plan a back-and-forth conspiracy with seemingly friendly appearances, but back and forth.

He always spoke of conquest of the continent.

It is resentful that Hector's land dries up, but considering the outright political attempts to overthrow Hector, they were originally like that.

The truth only convinces me.

The reality we had to deal with did not change.

Although the kingdom of Hector lacked the power to carry out the plan, it was only talking about destroying the Kronos Empire.

"You are so cruel."

smiled sadly.

truth.

It was so horribly cruel.

Edwin Hector gave a self-helpful smile.

"Actually, I know the truth. Hector is falling on a path of downfall, and if this is the case, he will have no choice but to collapse on his own, even if it is not attacked by anyone. That is why they may be desperate for revenge. When Hector's potential remains even a little. There is also a desire to avenge the empire of Kronos that made Hector into this shape, and to solve the problems of the kingdom with their wealth."

Hector's worth.

It was shabby.

Even if it had the power to burn it just once, it couldn't be said that it was great.

"Hector is not qualified to lead the plan. If the Continental War breaks out and the Kingdom Union wins. Hector will be there, but it cannot be said that the victory was won by Hector's strength. But that doesn't mean I'm giving up on revenge. From the moment Hector's men clasped their hungry ships and fell to the ground and died lonely, Hector became incompatible with Kronos.

The voice grew louder and louder.

Looking straight at Roman Dmitry, his voice strengthened.

"Did you ask the reason for bringing out Dmitry's sincerity? There is only one thing I can promise you. As the prince of the kingdom of Hector, I will risk my life and do my best to destroy the Kronos Empire. It's okay if we're not the main characters. If you destroy Kronos and promise Hector's future. Hector will be at the forefront. War is a war of attrition, and Dmitry also needs a scapegoat to pave the way."

Roman Dmitry.

Conversation with him convinced me.

For a man who is so meticulous, there is no person more perfect for his plans.

believed

So, I made a sacrifice.

"If Hector cuts Kronos' power by a hundredth, it would be to Dmitry's advantage. How about doing this instead? Help Dmitry Hector. Many don't want it. If we give our soldiers food and armaments to eat, we will use them as a driving force against Kronos. If it's just a cause and no real help, please help us do anything. Rather than a splendid kingdom union. I think Hector with a clear goal is more suitable for Dmitry's plan."

It was a stupid proposal.

When asked about the value, I hoped that he would give it a value in reverse.

Edwin Hector's eyes were stained with poison.

Digging into the brutal truth, he accepted his fate as the prince of the kingdom of Hector.

so that.

I risked my life on this one.

Unless Kronos was defeated, Hector was over anyway.

That was then.

"I just made a promise. Keep that in mind."

I didn't mean the perfect ally.

but.

Hector.

No, it was confirmed that Edwin Hector was worth accepting.

"Dmitry will do everything in the shadows to help Hector regain his power in the future."

* * *

After Cairo.

Formed a second alliance.

Rather than a spur-of-the-moment confederation of kingdoms, Hector will have a place in his plans for the future.

sure.

We will always be prepared for variables, but the meaning of Hector is different from before.

before leaving.

Edwin Hector said.

"When I first met Roman Dmitry on the battlefield. For the first time in my life, I felt like I couldn't handle it. Hector at that time had lost the war and thought a lot over the past year. Why did the perfectly prepared plan fail? Roman Dmitry, is it right to accept failure due to the existence of just one person? people say that you met the wrong person. But since I can't say the same thing to Kronos, I don't want to evade responsibility with that excuse.

the prince of a country.

Edwin Hector's life, which people looked up to, was suffocatingly fierce.

"I worked hard to become a person who created variables by myself while living in the sky. It is no different now. Hector will be stronger than he is now. In order not to be swayed by excuses, I will somehow increase the value of Hector, so please make a stage for us, Roman Dmitry."

messed it up

That is.

Edwin Hector's last appearance.

As he left the reception room, Roman Dmitry saw where he had left.

'The Kingdom of Hector. They are Edwin Hector alone, and they are well worth bringing into the plans of the future.'

beyond the body.

looked inside

Edwin Hector has not been wasted in the past year, and has become stronger than ever before.

Explosive magic that seeps from within.

As my understanding of magic increased through Pelex, I realized how valuable Edwin Hector was.

his growth.

It was explosive.

In the war against Kronos, Edwin Hector was sure to do his part.

It was fun.

From enemy to ally

The wheel of fate connected the two of them.

and that time.

Another relationship, led by Roman Dmitry's fate, entered the whirlwind of fate.