Astrea is located in the New World, geographically situated on the front lines, at the other end of the World Government's control area. Its location is considered to be at the center of Blackbeard and Shanks' forces.
This used to be Whitebeard's territory. When Whitebeard was still alive, the three countries would often go to war, but none of them could do anything to the others. Now that Whitebeard is gone, they should still be like this, especially the Principality of Sema and the Principality of Felton. During this period, one of their old kings died and the other of a very powerful nobleman died. It was a time of turmoil. If they hadn't been flying Blackbeard's flag, the Principality of Faya would have taken action directly.
But now the situation is even more chaotic. Shanks, one of the Four Emperors, has also invaded this area and is currently attacking the Principality of Felton. The Kingdom of Faya is not going to be able to withstand this. Felton will definitely be conquered by Shanks. No one can resist the Four Emperors. At that time, Blackbeard will be in the northwest and Shanks will be in the northeast. The isolated Kingdom of Faya will be the weakest.
But he wasn't incapable of finding a backer, so he went directly to the World Government.
The Kingdom of Faya, located in the south of Astaya, occupies the largest area of Astaya, with four cities and numerous villages and towns under its jurisdiction. Kuro, aboard the Golden Lion, has arrived at Amdan, one of the two port cities of the Principality of Faya.
The enormous golden ship slowly approached the port and docked amidst the astonished and shocked gazes of those nearby.
The ship's side was turned to the side, and a staircase extended downwards. Kuro, wearing a cloak, led the navy down slowly.
There's a port nearby, but just ahead is a street with a railway track. Beyond the track are tall buildings, and horse-drawn carriages and horses are everywhere, creating a constant flow of traffic.
Kuro stared at the scene and remarked, "Nice place..."
This place, however, has abandoned the medieval-style architecture and looks more like a modern place.
"Yes, Mr. Kuro."
Kro, who was standing nearby, said, "We can take this railway directly to the capital, 'Faya,' and go find their king."
Of the four cities in the Principality of Faya, two are port cities, and they landed at one of them. The other two are inland cities, and the only way to get there is by means of transportation or on foot.
"The technology is pretty good. Take a group of people and come with me. The rest of you can stay here and guard the area." Kuro nodded and said.
"You're from the Navy?!"
However, just then, a voice rang out from the side. Kuro glanced to the side and saw a man who looked to be in his forties walking in their direction. The man was wearing coarse linen clothes, with a curtain that looked like it hadn't been washed in a long time draped over his shoulders as a cloak. He wore an iron crown, and a rapier and a flintlock pistol hung on either side of his waist. He walked with leather boots, step by step, towards the harbor.
As he approached, people nearby spontaneously gathered behind him, their eyes filled with goodwill and respect.
The man approached Kuro, who then realized he was quite tall, over two meters. The man sized Kuro up and down before saying, "I am Emperor of Astrea, Farettal Joshua. As Emperor, I issue this decree: Astrea has no need for any external forces, neither the Navy nor pirates. This is Astrea's own war. Leave, Navy, return to your domain!"
Farrell?
Kuro was taken aback, glanced at him, and said, "You're that 'Emperor'? You're quite the show-off."
“Of course, I am the Emperor of Astia!” Joshua raised his head proudly and said arrogantly, “Now the Emperor does not want you to stay here. Leave and tell the World Government that we do not need and will not become a member state of the World Government.”
These words caused a commotion among the people behind.
"A member state of the World Government? I've never heard of such a thing!!"
"I don't have any either. Aren't these navy personnel here for resupply?"
"Wait, why do we want to become a member state of the World Government? We finally broke away from Whitebeard, and we don't want to be controlled by anyone."
Kuro raised an eyebrow at the scene, then looked at Farettal and asked curiously, "How did you know? There shouldn't have been any news, right?"
Joshua pointed to his forehead and said arrogantly, "Of course I use my brain. As the emperor of Astrea, I naturally consider the whole of Astrea. Shanks is attacking the Principality of Felton. The Principality of Sema is Blackbeard's territory. Once Shanks conquers Felton, the Principality of Faya, which has no background, will become their target. In Astrea, it will definitely be easy for two countries to fight one country."
"So it's normal for the Principality of Faya to want to seek refuge. The Beasts Pirates and the Big Mom Pirates are relatively far from here, while the World Government is very close. So the Principality of Faya will naturally choose the World Government. Your arrival is a signal."
This person...
He's quite smart.
“That’s true, but aren’t you afraid that after we leave, the Principality of Faya will naturally be unable to withstand Shanks and Teach’s attacks?” Kuro asked with interest.
"That's all I wanted to say!"
Joshua declared in a resounding voice, “Asteria belongs to the people of Astaya! We will not accept any outside forces. Perhaps temporary violence can subdue the nobles, but we will never. We will always remember the glory of the Kingdom of Astaya! I have already issued orders to the kings of the three kingdoms, instructing them to join forces with the soldiers of the Principality of Faya, first defeat Red-Haired Shanks, then dismantle Blackbeard's forces, and unify the three principalities into a new Astaya!”
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