Chapter 138 Continental Union 4
Seeing that most people had been persuaded, Lin Muqiu raised his chin slightly and said, "Please accept my gifts."
The flower girls came on stage and placed the flower baskets in front of the nobles.
Inside the basket were a hard booklet and an animal skin bag.
It would be a lie to say I wasn't surprised the moment I smelled the rich floral fragrance.
The nobles were somewhat surprised. They opened the booklet and saw the first entry:
[If you need to purchase weapons that can restrain natural disasters, please scan the Lord's payment code.
Payment code.jpg]
Several Grand Dukes:???
No, you didn’t forget to promote it?
They twitched their lips and continued to look through the pages.
Fortunately, the next part was more serious. The booklet contained various entries on how to respond to and handle natural disasters. Inside the handbag were a mosquito swatter, hand warmers, modern seeds, a solar-powered fan, and other disaster-related items.
The system reasonably suspects that its host is promoting products.
Lin Muqiu: Hmm...why not count?
After all, the core technology is in her hands, and there are interests to be gained. She doesn't believe that these nobles will not be tempted.
She needs this group of nobles to dispatch natural disasters, and the nobles also need her means and support.
As she expected, the nobles all looked at her with their eyes slightly shimmering, as if waiting for her to speak first and put forward her conditions.
Lin Muqiu understood. "I have the following idea: establish a parliamentary system. The five continental plates will jointly publish their rough strategic outlines to facilitate coordination and deployment. They will also distribute Ankang Town's disaster relief supplies and methods to the entire continent. As for King Louis..."
It’s coming, it’s finally coming!
Alexander bit his lip hard. He was the Duke of Central and had the closest connection with His Majesty the King. They shared the same fate.
However, the more he listened, the colder his heart became.
No matter how stupid he was, he could still understand that this so-called parliamentary constitutional monarchy was nothing more than a king holding a nominal position, ruling but not governing!
The power of the imperial capital will be greatly weakened!
But at the same time, a hint of joy quietly rose in his heart.
Although he was a central noble, it also meant that he was subject to the most severe checks and balances from the imperial capital and could not possess real power. However, the newly established parliamentary system meant that as one of the five dukes, he could possess partial senate power, legislative power, and supervisory power.
This was something that was completely unimaginable before.
He and the imperial capital grew stronger while the other grew weaker.
After realizing this, his heart started pounding and he couldn't help but look at the other dukes.
It was obvious that the other dukes were also very interested in this.
It's simply because this system is so tempting! It's so much better than they expected!
Just like a delicious cake, in the past they all assumed that only the overlord could enjoy most of it, but Lin Muqiu told them that not only could they share it, but they could also make the cake bigger.
Although tempted, the dukes were all shrewd. None of them wanted to speak first and bear the infamy and risks of change, so they pushed the issue to each other, and the room fell into silence for a while.
This made the townspeople outside the venue very anxious. They didn't understand what these nobles meant. Was it okay or not?
Only General Elda was well aware of the group's style. His cold eyes flashed, "This group of people wants Lin Muqiu to bear the risk and infamy alone."
If it works, we can share the benefits. If it doesn't, it's all Lin Muqiu's fault for his bad idea.
A thin layer of sweat formed on his palms as he waited for Lin Muqiu's solution.
Finally, it was Marissa who broke the silence. She looked at her intently, her eyes full of determination, "Master Lin, I believe you."
Magnan also said: "Master Lin, I also agree with your resolution."
The rest of the people in the West and South also took the lead in expressing their approval.
Lin Muqiu raised his eyebrows.
I have to say that the minds of these nobles are more twisted than a rugged mountain road. They want benefits but don’t want to cause trouble. How many good things are there in the world?
Since they couldn't make up their minds, she would help them.
"System, announce the ultimate mission to challenge the natural disaster."
The system popped up, sending electricity whirring through her mind. "What? Isn't that the mission for you?"
Lin Muqiu said righteously, "But if the mission fails and the continent is destroyed without informing everyone, wouldn't that destroy the balance of the game? Be careful or I'll report you to the main system."
System: "..." It seems to make some sense, but not that much.
Lin Muqiu persevered in brainwashing it, "Besides, this is a mission related to the mainland, so of course we all need to come together."
"You actually think so?" The system flashed. "Okay, then I'll issue the notice."
Before Lin Muqiu could ask in detail, the system's notification had already resounded to everyone and every corner of the continent:
[At the end of spring, after one year, Ankang Town will receive a mission to challenge the ultimate natural disaster.
If the mission is successful, every town on the continent will be protected by a natural disaster shield, and the natural disaster will no longer be able to harm humans.
The mission failed and the continent perished.
Note: This mission cannot be disobeyed! 】
A cry of surprise spread from the lecture hall, gathering in every corner like a landslide:
"Have you received the mission?"
"Ankang Town will receive the ultimate challenge natural disaster mission? Ankang Town? Why Ankang Town?"
"Don't worry about why it's Ankang Town! The key is that the mission has failed and the continent will be destroyed! I'm still young and I don't want to die!"
Lin Muqiu coughed twice, interrupting their panic, "Everyone, I wonder if you still remember the prophecy about the continent."
The place fell silent for a moment, and then the discussion grew louder like a flame:
"His Majesty the Great once predicted that natural disasters would occur year-round, and it indeed came true. The King then predicted that a territory would lead everyone to prosperity. Who would have thought that this predicted territory would be Ankang Town?"
"I can't believe it! How could this happen? The continent's natural disasters have been stable for many years!"
"What's so unbelievable about this? Haven't natural disasters been getting worse in recent years? Besides, think about it, His Majesty Louis has been holding on to Ankang Town. Isn't it because he's afraid it's the territory predicted? Hasn't he already destroyed enough territories?!"
"You're right. Only Ankang Town successfully fought back. It's obvious that this is God's will and cannot be disobeyed!"
“…”
You talk and I talk, Lin Muqiu is very satisfied.
This is human nature. If you ask them to help row the boat, they will definitely not be happy, but if you want to dig a hole in the boat and let everyone die together, they will immediately behave themselves.
So, if you want to make someone a grasshopper on a skipping rope, you have to lure them with not only benefits but also crises. If you don't join, and he doesn't join, then we'll all be burned to death together. It depends on who is more anxious.
Anyway, she has thick skin and is not afraid of heat.
The system said faintly: "... Clearly shameless."
Lin Muqiu: "Get lost."
System: "Rude."
Ross spoke first, "In that case, let's do as Lord Lin Muqiu says. Continental crises require a joint response, don't they?"
Seeing that their Lord Duke had spoken, the other spokespersons in the north, still in fear, immediately spoke in support. It must be said that they felt much more at ease knowing that Ankang Town was there when a natural disaster struck the continent.
Alexander could not hold back and pushed for a resolution, saying, "Since it is God's will, it cannot be disobeyed."
At this time, all they have to do is ride the donkey with the slope. After all, they even have a reason: it’s not that they are not loyal to the imperial capital, but it is really that God chose Ankang City, and they have no choice!
So, the four dukes discussed it one after another and finally finalized the matter.
As soon as these words were spoken, the other minor nobles also became anxious. If the alliance was inevitable, then whoever agreed first would be the first to befriend Lin Muqiu and would be able to reap greater benefits. The western and southern regions had already made great achievements, so how could they be content to lag behind?
Then there was a peaceful voice of approval in the lecture hall again.
Lin Muqiu raised his eyebrows and said, "Since you have all decided, let's try it out."
Nobles: “…” What do you mean we have decided?
It's like giving back in your own way, right?
The scene fell silent for a moment, and then, like brilliant fireworks, a passionate explosion erupted. Even the Knights of Elda couldn't contain their excitement, and the onlookers gave the most sincere cheers and applause:
"Master Lin is the best!"
"The continent can finally unite!"
"Great, that's great! The continent will combine its advantages."
General Elda held his forehead with his hand, the corners of his mouth curling up slightly. It must be said that Lin Muqiu had the ability to brainwash people. From the elders to the young, and even to his knights, everyone was excited.
But...what about the supposed feint surrender? Could it be that the Cavaliers would actually surrender without him convincing them?
Elda looked at his knights hesitantly, very confused, "What are you so happy about?"
After all, I didn't understand the twists and turns of the conference, and I only had a vague understanding of the situation in the mainland.
The knights were very proud: "Although I didn't understand, I feel that our lord is very powerful, so I am very happy."
Elda: ???
Wait, what do you mean by our lord?
Why do you have to change your heart so quickly?
Continue read on readnovelmtl.com
