124 – Feast of the Stars 5
The rough story that Estelle heard from Santana.
The outline was as follows.
Using the connections of Elector Frederick, the heretical alliance was attracting monarchs from other countries, but fundamentally, it required enormous materials and funds to move them.
It was clear that they, who were moving for the national interest anyway, would not be willing to suffer more than a certain level of damage, even if they would provide indirect support.
Unlike the lords of the Holy Empire, who sense direct danger, the lords of other countries will act only when the balance is right.
And for this…
Santana had requested one matter from the emperor through Estelle.
“I remember that the contract Your Majesty sent me the other day had the following content. In exchange for not supporting large-scale troops, it is said that we will provide support with a considerable amount of resources.”
“Yes, it certainly was.”
Despite the basic cause, the monarchs of foreign countries who do not want to move unless it is not profitable.
The way to get them into action was simple.
All they had to do was to prevent some of the inevitable damage that would occur while moving the military.
Starting with the section on armaments, munitions such as food and weapons for their use.
If they could take responsibility for these things to some extent, there would be no reason for them not to move in a situation where there was a cause.
Estelle talked about these facts, and the emperor put on an interesting expression, but at the same time began to show doubts.
“Certainly, if we can bring out the power of other countries to the maximum in that way, the odds of winning will increase. But.. even if we provide support, I doubt that Bohemia will be able to fully afford it.”
Although it was a powerful country, the Dragona Empire, there was a limit to the so-called free support.
So, if Bohemia could fully handle it, there would not have been a need to worry in this way in the first place.
“Concerning that, I would like to make one request to Your Majesty.”
And, in connection with these issues, Estelle began to carefully tell the emperor in front of her what Santana had asked her to do.
“The support that His Majesty spoke of.. If you don’t mind, would it be okay to proceed with it in the form of a transaction rather than free support?”
“A deal… you mean?”
The emperor is slightly interested in Estelle’s unexpected words.
Seeing her attitude like this, Estelle felt more tense than before and continued speaking as calmly as possible.
“Yes, as Your Majesty said, we know that there are limits to free aid, no matter how Drago or the Empire is. In that respect… we would like to receive that support in the form of a transaction in order to receive continuous help while minimizing the burden on the Drago Empire.”
Estelle spoke while carefully observing the emperor.
While listening to her story, Emperor Roseveta nodded slowly as if to continue the story.
He doesn’t seem to show any objection.
Among the monarchs, there were quite a few picky people who disliked complicated stories like this, but fortunately, Emperor Roseveta seemed to have a distance from that side.
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Not even knowing that fact again.
Estelle went on to say what she had to say.
The goal is to gather the resources needed for war from the Dragona Empire.
They asked them to trade a variety of essential items, from basic iron ore and gunpowder to grain and food.
At first glance, the content does not seem grandiose enough to request free support while refusing it.
however..
As he listened to the details, the emperor was able to recognize that this was not a simple transaction, contrary to appearances.
“So what Miss Estelle is saying right now… does that mean that you want to freeze the resources you requested for the next 10 years at the price you set here today?”
“Yes, yes, Your Majesty. In addition, for certain reliability, payment will be made in advance at the beginning of each year. Because the most important thing in this kind of thing is trust.”
“Hmm..”
Listening to Estelle’s words, Emperor Roseveta nodded slowly.
Certainly, if support is provided in the form of a transaction like this, the Dragona Empire will be able to deliver an incomparable amount of munitions to the Holy Empire over a period of time that is incomparable to that of free support without much burden.
Of course, the financial gains from such a deal were break-even at best, but it was far better than losing money.
In addition, the part that reliably increases the reliability of the transaction in that the advance payment is paid has the advantage of being able to alleviate various burdens that will be borne by this side.
however..
Apart from this fact, it was not that part that Emperor Roseveta was paying attention to at this moment.
‘These guys… do you know how to use your hair like this?’
At first glance, the movement seems to be simply trying to attract long-term support while being considerate of this side’s position.
However… In this regard, Emperor Roseveta was able to recognize that the inside story was not so smooth.
Although there would be no damage to them, depending on the situation, they might be able to set off a huge mine on the side of the Holy Empire.
Recognizing that fact, a smile slowly began to form on the emperor’s lips.
‘It’s fine. I don’t know whose head it came from, but… there must be a pretty smart guy on the heretic alliance’
While admiring it inwardly, as well as deciding to watch the aftermath that would occur through this with interest, Emperor Roseveta nodded slowly.
“All right. We will do whatever you want.”
“Go… Thank you, Your Majesty.”
The emperor gave permission after a little thought.
Seeing her like this, Estelle sighed in relief.
‘thank god. To be honest, the request was quite unusual, so I wasn’t sure if it would be granted or not…’
In general, monarchs with arrogant dispositions tend to show instinctive resistance to content that they do not understand well with their heads.
However, Emperor Roseveta allowed Estelle to do this for no clear reason… Estelle could be happy about that.
‘But… why the hell did Santana ask for such a complicated transaction? Of course, compared to free support, the total amount of resources that can be brought in is large, but… Why do you have to pay the advance payment…’
I don’t know the details behind it, but Estelle is happy that she succeeded in doing what she was told to do.
Then… toward her, this time, Emperor Roseveta began to speak first.
“If that’s the case, I’ll decide to deal with the issue of support that way.
“yes? Ah yes. Of course, Your Majesty.”
Estelle is embarrassed by the fact that the emperor is asking her to do something, but she gives an answer.
In response, the emperor slowly spoke while looking toward the door next to him with a deep smile on his lips.
“Come in.”
“Yes, Your Majesty.”
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Immediately after that, a woman whom Estelle had never seen before began to enter the room.
A woman with a look that makes you think that she is quite beautiful at a glance.
Looking at her with black hair and blue eyes, Estelle began to feel a strange feeling for unknown reasons.
‘Who is it? I’m sure it’s the first time I’ve seen it… but something feels strange…’
The moment she saw her… Estelle didn’t know the exact reason, but suddenly, in a corner of her heart, she felt what could be called discomfort.
it’s like…
The feeling of two beasts facing each other for the first time feeling wary.
Feeling doubt about that fact, Estelle couldn’t take her eyes off her, and towards such Estelle, the emperor said with a smile.
“Jim’s granddaughter and the person appointed to lead this project. Although my skills aren’t bad, I still want Miss Estelle to pay some attention to the work as she lacks experience.”
“Ah yes.”
Estelle answers the emperor’s words feeling a bit awkward.
And, in response, she respectfully bowed her head and bowed to Estelle.
“nice to see you. My name is Cazeros Sophia Raymond. I wish you well in the future. Estelle.”