"Every time the Empire sends troops, it costs a lot of money. We just conquered the Western Empire... Although it was costly, at least we gained a piece of land larger than Dansu, which we can continue to pay taxes on for the next few years. I wonder what you have?"

Melsusa said sternly.

Born as a military commander, his innate toughness is self-evident.

She would speak out when others were too embarrassed to do so.

Tsk~

However, what Sean didn't expect was that after returning from this expedition, she actually went back to read books and could even directly ask for national interests in the hall.

"We are one of the largest ports in the south."

"What's the difference between that and our Lugang? Even without your Lugang, we can still have more ships. Wouldn't it be good for us to use this money to expand Lugang's investment?" Mel Susa continued.

Lukang.

It is a port in the south of Jagun and is also the largest sea-facing port in the entire country. Sean is not sure how the name came about, but he has seen such a place on the map.

"this……"

King Dansu didn't know how to answer for a moment.

At this time, the Grand Chancellor Lubin finally stood up.

"Commander Melsusa, the other party is the king of a country after all, how can you say that..." He turned his head and looked at the king's family, whose expressions were somewhat ugly at the moment.

"This is one of the commanders of our Jagun army. She may be quite blunt. I hope the king doesn't mind."

One person scolds another person who comes to give him candy.

This is basically how people from small countries negotiate in front of big countries. Although Sean has never participated in dialogues between countries, wasn't he the same when he was a baron in the presence of great nobles?

It's like the first time I went to Koga City...

"But what Commander Melsusa said is correct, and that's exactly what he meant. The conditions offered by His Majesty the King are not very attractive. Even if the High King has mercy on the Dansu people, he won't be able to explain it to the other residents of Jagun." Lubin's words not only perfectly avoided the Sun King's ruthlessness, but also said that what the other party offered was not enough.

Really, no matter how many times I watch Sean, I still find governing negotiations really interesting!

In fact, there aren’t many things implied. At the beginning, everything was hidden… Later on, only half-truths could be told. Later on, the interests were directly put forward. If it can be achieved, then it will be achieved. If it cannot be achieved, then it will not be discussed.

"Please think about it, Your Majesty. Perhaps you can come up with something that will impress everyone present. We are deeply indignant at the Golden Group's atrocities and sympathize with Dansu's plight. That is why we are making more sincere offers for an alliance."

This is almost like saying directly, we will only consider it if you give us a little more.

King Dansu suddenly fell silent...

I was only a few meters away from Sean, and I could see his expression of helplessness and anger.

I guess I was mentally prepared to be bullied by a big country when I came here.

"Dansu can also be returned to Jagun's territory. As long as a portion of the local income is guaranteed, we can pay annual taxes to Jagun."

“Father!!”

Finally, the final condition was stated, which was probably the last condition he would use.

When these words were spoken, the king and his family all looked helpless.

Waving his hand to tell his son and daughter beside him not to speak, King Dansu looked at the Sun King on the podium.

"What do you think of this offer, High King? This is the last bargaining chip we Dansu can offer. Now that the bandits have left, the entire Dansu population doesn't even have enough fishing boats to go out to sea. If this continues, there's nothing we can do. We'll be forced to become refugees in the desert."

Refugees is a symbolic term.

It is unlikely for a country to become a refugee country. Perhaps it will be overthrown by the bandits and reactionary forces there before it becomes a refugee country... But what he meant was that if Jagong was unwilling to save it, Dansu would become a gathering place for bandits.

Once there is a city for protection, even Jagong, a huge national empire, will have a headache, because if it is too chaotic, he will have to send troops to conquer it.

It's a thankless job.

Moreover, even if Dansu was captured, it would be very difficult to rule it.

The name is not right and the words are not smooth...

How much time it will take is still unknown.

This is equivalent to telling the Sun King that this is the best condition and it may cost more money and time to follow up, and even if Dansu is obtained, it will cost more.

Wouldn’t it be better to take a little money every year to enjoy yourself?

"Well, I also know about Dansu's current situation, but I need to discuss this matter with the ministers before I can reply to you. King Dansu must be tired after traveling so far, so he should stay in the palace for a few days." The Sun King ordered.

After listening to so many people, he had to think carefully before responding.

………………

The meeting is over.

In fact, Sean felt that he had not done anything and was simply listening to the ministers' discussion.

Since the guests are the king's family, of course everyone on our side will be present as a sign of respect...

After the meeting, the Sun King invited King Dansu and his family to have lunch together, to visit the scenery in the palace, and especially to visit the Temple of the Sun.

As a prince, Sean accompanied the entire process, along with King Dansu and his family.

Things that were difficult to say in the hall meeting were said more directly to each other when there were only two rulers.

Dansu suffered heavy losses in the looting by the Golden Corps. The entire national army was almost wiped out, and even the rare treasures in the palace were almost all stolen.

Many palace maids were violated...

Even the youngest princess died at the hands of the Golden Group because she could not bear the humiliation.

Speaking of this, King Dansu and his family wiped away their tears.

"As long as the Supreme King can help Dansu recover, I am willing to bear any price." He was about to kneel down with his fat body in his fifties or sixties.

Fortunately, he was helped by the guards nearby.

"I've also heard about what happened to Dansu. The Golden Group's brutality is simply appalling."

Although Sean, Mudan, and Seria were walking behind...

But the princess and prince of the other country were also there, and there happened to be two men and one woman on this side, and two women and one man on the other side, making exactly three pairs.

It almost felt like the other party deliberately invited these princesses and princes to come together.

"Is this true?" Mu Dan asked Princess Dansu beside him.

"Well~ our sister... she is still so young, but... just..." He was unwilling to continue.

"Don't be sad, Sister Heatherlink, I will let my father take care of this matter for you." Seeing that the other party was actually crying, Mu Dan felt a little distressed.

There are two princesses, one is called Heatherlink and the other is called Sylvie. As for the prince who follows Seria, his name is Vincent.

"Thank you, Your Highness Mudan." A standard salute.

Not to mention that these two princesses are very pretty, especially their unique temperaments.

Mu Dan fell in love with her at first sight...