445 – Soldiers from hostile countries have a hard time in the back (1)
Fifteen days later, in the small banquet room of Leon Castle.
I, Peter Jaeger, was sitting down, drinking the finest wine from François and waiting for someone.
“Charlotte, let’s sit back and drink together. “It’s Francois’ finest wine, but it’s a waste.”
After hearing those words, Charlotte looked at my guards around her and gave her a wink.
“Well, I can’t right now because it’s work time. “Your Excellency, I don’t know, but I am not an officer and just a dedicated maid, but if I relax too much, it could be a nuisance to Duke Jaeger’s family.”
It would be difficult to damage the privileges, prestige, and honor that His Majesty has given me unless Frederick or my sons go crazy and start a revolt.
But I shouldn’t make a fuss about her thoughtful words about behaving more carefully as her status has increased.
“Okay. Let’s drink it tonight. And today, I will provide plenty of wine to the guards, so you can share it when you are not on duty.”
Hearing those words, the soldiers of the guard licked their lips and were happy.
“François’ finest wine!”
“That expensive bottle costs at least a few gold pieces…”
“Thank you, Your Excellency!”
I think it’s natural for them to treat me well since they are in charge of protecting me, but sometimes I see them getting really excited over a few bottles of wine.
I want to give gifts even more if I get the chance.
Am I starting to think like this because I am now almost at the age where I will see my grandchildren, or has my thinking structure changed due to the time I spent in the military and my rank accumulated?
‘Anyway, it’s not a bad change, so it’ll be okay.’
As I was watching them enjoying themselves like that, an officer came in from outside and said.
“Your Excellency Generalissimo, Lieutenant General William Pitt of the United Kingdom has come here personally as an emissary. How can I get you in?”
At those words, I pulled the tension that had been released taut.
“Let them in. In addition, how was the food prepared to be served to the messenger of the United Kingdom and his companions?”
“Yes, Your Excellency.”
“Okay, then I would like to ask you to be fully prepared so that we can serve you a delicious meal after the meeting. In addition, please prepare the entertainment provided to the delegation at the highest level.”
Gumilbokgeom, the original meaning is an idiom meaning to catch an enemy off guard by flattering him with his mouth, but hiding a sword in his stomach…
When starting a war, I apply these words like this.
If you want to stab someone with a knife hidden in your stomach, you should flatter them as much as possible to reassure them.
So, I plan to show them the utmost hospitality to make them not nervous and make it seem like I really want a peace treaty and am doing my best to conclude it.
In that way, even just before the war, the Francois Expeditionary Force from the United Kingdom would receive communication from Lieutenant General Pitt who came ‘regularly’ and relax.
‘If you lock them up like in the drama and just forge documents and send them in, your awkward side will inevitably be revealed and you will eventually get caught.’
“I understand, Your Excellency.”
“Bring only Lieutenant General Pete here, and treat the other delegation members to a meal first, as they will be hungry. “After the meal, you can enjoy whatever you want, whether it’s girl play, wine, or entertainment.”
The reason I said it with a bit of emphasis is not a big deal.
It is partly to guard against spies who may be here, and when asked to provide entertainment, a code is set: ‘Make them lose their senses and make them think we are bowing down to them.’ Because.
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“Charlotte, please notify His Highness the Crown Prince and His Highness the Crown Prince to return by this evening. “I’m going to have a word with Vice Admiral Pete.”
“Yes, I understand.”
Only the minimum number of people, including Charlotte, remained in this small banquet room.
After a few minutes, Lieutenant General Pitt came in.
“Nice to meet you, Excellency Marshal. “My name is William Pitt, commander of the 7th Corps of the United Kingdom Expeditionary Force.”
Hearing those words, I smiled and held out my hand to shake his hand.
“This is Peter Jaeger, Generalissimo of the Reich Imperial Army. He is very glad to meet someone like you.”
“It is a great honor for me to meet the hero of the empire.”
“You’re using too much gold lacquer. “The United Kingdom’s Vice Admiral seems to speak well, so I’ll have to be more prepared.”
“hahahaha, the officers of our United Kingdom do not tell heartless pretense, bravado, or lies.”
I already know what you did to the new territory you occupied last time, so you want me to believe you?
Don’t believe me when they tell me that it tastes better when you spread mint syrup on pizza.
“You had a hard time coming this long way. “I’m sorry for having you come here right away without even having a meal.”
“No. We will conclude all negotiations quickly and slowly enjoy the hospitality of the Reich Imperial Army.”
“hehehe, thank you for saying that.”
Now that we have come this far, Lieutenant General Pete, it is unlikely that the heads of the delegation that came with you will be blown off.
Instead, your military life here will probably be shattered by the time you come to your senses after being treated well and having fun.
By then, the Reich Imperial Army would have completely wiped out your main army.
As I am doing this, my heart is pounding like a child who has returned to childhood and has a gift box in front of him.
‘I want to see that bastard and other United Kingdom soldiers in despair…’
Then I ordered them to place some thick cookies and tea at each person’s seat so that the poor person could fill his or her stomach.
“Huh, then did the United Kingdom Expeditionary Force consider our proposal positively?”
After drinking the entire cup of tea provided, Pete smiled broadly.
“hehehe, the territory occupied by our Britannia is 1/3 of the Francois Republic. Would it make sense if I told you to take only the County of Calais and return?”
At those words, I gritted my teeth and pretended to be angry.
“People spoke with good intentions to conclude peace negotiations…”
“We have been at war for almost five years. There have been countless battles along the way. Although it is said that the Reich Empire Army inflicted losses close to ‘annihilation’ to the Francois Republic Army, fatigue and material consumption from the battle with our United Kingdom Army must have played a significant role in that.”
If I wasn’t in a position where I had to deceive that guy, I would have thought about slitting that guy’s throat with a knife.
My friend, who bakes pies with sardines and makes jelly with eel bones and rubs them with the flesh, is telling a truly absurd story.
‘Although we fought for over 5 years, we were unable to cause any real damage to Francois’ army…’
But I had to pretend to be diligent in peace negotiations, so I nodded and pretended to agree.
“I don’t think that’s entirely unreasonable.”
“In addition, our United Kingdom still has over 150,000 elite soldiers, and we have received word that our home country will provide additional support of over 100,000 troops.”
When I heard those words, I could barely stop the corner of my mouth from twitching.
‘That idiot, by the time you come to your senses, there won’t be any expedition troops from the United Kingdom?’
“In addition, we have already occupied 1/3 of the republic. How about eating just half of it neatly? “I propose that the Empire take the southern part of Francois, and that our United Kingdom take the northern part of Francois.”
Considering that although the population and agricultural land area are greater in the southern region, useful facilities and resources such as ports and wool are more distributed in the northern region.
Actually, it’s a proposal to divide it 5:5… Let’s just listen to what they say.
“I heard that thanks to the rapid expansion of the Reich Empire, it is difficult to secure food. So, if the war prolongs, won’t both sides be at a disadvantage…”
Our Minister of Military Affairs may not have the talent to make fertilizer from the air, but he has the amazing ability to leak almost a penny of the grain or money collected through taxes.
In addition, thanks to our modern supply system, our military can operate without worrying about supply for the next five years, so why bother?
However, I gave a slight look as if I had been caught off guard.
“So, how about splitting it in half?”
If you pretend to be pushed around here, Pete might notice…
“The Reich Army can still fight further. “Take one more duchy to Calais.”
“….. Then, we will yield one more county out of half of the territory.”
“Aren’t the conditions too lenient on that side?”
So, Pete and I negotiated all day that day, but we were unable to reach an agreement.
As we were arguing until we were mentally exhausted, a deacon came in just in time and said,
“His Excellency the Marshal, Lieutenant General Pitt. A banquet was prepared in the Reich Empire. “Let’s both of you move to the banquet hall and discuss this tomorrow.”
With those words, I stood up first and spoke.
“Public matters are public matters, and couldn’t we both have a drink in private? “The Duke of Lyon Castle has a secret wine, so let’s have a drink.”
“hahahaha, it’s an honor.”
So the two of us pretend to be good friends on the outside and try to go to the banquet hall.
A messenger rushed towards me.
“It is said that Carlos, commander of the Francois Republic, is preparing another large-scale rebellion by inciting the citizens of Vallière Castle. “Your Excellency the Marshal, I think you should go quickly.”
I pretended to be embarrassed by those words.
“I thought all the Republic bastards were uprooted, but now I am negotiating with the United Kingdom…”
The reason I was interrupted was to convey to the Crown Prince, who had planned everything in advance and appeared at the right time.
“General Jaeger, let me take charge of these negotiations.”
When he heard those words, Pete’s expression brightened greatly.
‘Do you think it would be easier to deal with His Highness the Crown Prince, who looks inexperienced and clumsy, rather than a monster like me who has built a reputation through countless wars?’
“Your Highness, but I have a job to do…”
“The job of the Grand Marshal is to suppress the rebellion of the Francois. And as the crown prince, don’t I have the authority to exercise authority over all aspects of diplomacy?”
Strictly speaking, this is a matter of war, so if I push for ‘my authority as Generalissimo’, I can turn His Highness the Crown Prince into a puppet in the corner at least in this case…
The strategy that the two of us are planning to use now is for His Majesty the Crown Prince, who appears to be a bit clumsy, to create the illusion that Lieutenant General Pitt, the messenger of peace, believes that ‘the Empire desires peace’…
This is more than enough.
“…… I understand.”
Having said that, I left the banquet room, openly showing my displeasure.
Then, when the United Kingdom soldiers reached a place where they could not be seen, they immediately gave an order.
“As of the current time, we are moving as planned. Other units are probably moving to where the United Kingdom Army camp is by now. “I will join my entire army at Aporet and attack the enemy in unison.”