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Chapter 1050 - 1050 146 Chosen Peace Faction_2

1050: Chapter 146, Chosen Peace Faction_2 1050: Chapter 146, Chosen Peace Faction_2 “Respected One, please don’t frighten us.

We’ve already settled the matter of territorial concessions; there’s really no need to complicate things further!”

Marquis Pier Luigi said in a panic.

As per the agreement, the South Coast Kingdom was to cede two provinces to the Alien Coalition.

Now that the enemy suddenly said they didn’t want them, it was clear that they were up to some mischief.

Marquis Pier Luigi was extremely worried that the next condition Derris would propose was that they betray the Human Race.

Secret dealings with Different Races were one thing, but being openly exposed was another; it would be deadly.

The Human Race did not show mercy to traitors.

Despite the Southern Continent’s powers harboring their own agendas and being slow to form the Allied Forces, the moment news leaked that a country had betrayed the Human Race, an army would immediately come marching.

Even if land routes were inconvenient, they would come by sea.

If the major powers were willing to pay the price, they could be dealt with in less than a month.

The Human Alliance wouldn’t even need to send troops; the nobles below would start distancing themselves from them and take action against the traitors first.

“Hmph!”

Derris let out a cold snort, and her expression changed slightly as she emanated the unique aura of Sanctuary, making the three sweat in fear.

“This isn’t up to the few of you to decide anymore.

If you don’t agree, your three countries will lose their value of existence.

Do you really believe we don’t have the strength to annihilate you?

At this point, I’m not afraid to tell you the truth.

Letting you go is because we hope to see a Peace Faction emerge within the Human Alliance.

You know how poor your geographic locations are, don’t you?

Should a continental war break out again, your three countries would undoubtedly be the first to be eliminated.

For your own strategic security, you also need a stable international environment.

On the overall strategy, we now share the same stance.

For the common good, let’s all work together for world peace.

Is there a problem with that?”

This sudden revelation left the representatives of the three countries dumbfounded.

The question of future strategic choices wasn’t lost on anyone; deep down, everyone had their own calculations, but some things can be done without being said!

To openly declare it was not in line with the current political game rules.

After a slight hesitation, the three representatives still tacitly nodded.

Striving for world peace was a pretty good political slogan.

The reason everyone could sit down at the negotiation table, aside from the three countries having no other choice, was that the Elf Race was the most committed Peace Faction on the whole continent!

As long as there was no war, the power of the Elf Race could grow slowly.

With lifespans far surpassing other Species, what they needed most was the peace of the continent.

“Respected One, we all cherish peace.

Even if you hadn’t said anything, our three countries would have firmly opposed war!

These matters hardly constitute conditions.

Otherwise, there’s no need to write them into the treaty; we are already part of the Peace Faction.”

Marquis Pier Luigi said, suppressing the pressure he felt.

Treaties are made to be broken, but contracts are not.

Among the Species of the continent, the ancient Elf Race had delved furthest into the field of Magic, and many mysterious contracts were derived from the elves.

Judging by Derris’s actions, it was clear she wanted them to sign a Magic Contract with strong binding power.

Once such a decision was made, the political maneuverability of the three countries would vanish.

If the rulers did not want to suffer the backlash of the contract’s power, they would have to act as Peace Faction advocates.

For the moment, the three countries indeed needed a peaceful international environment to carry out internal political reforms.

But that was only for now.

Once the internal political reforms were complete and the countries regained their strength, the contract would become a restraint.

In an instant, the three understood why the Elf Army could confidently move south.

The Alpha Kingdom and Moxi Duchy had apparently signed a Magic Contract with the elves in secret.

With the compulsion of the contract, there was no fear of the two countries suddenly betraying them.

The only question was how strong the power of the contract was.

If it only affected the signatories themselves, then it wouldn’t be too bad— they could endure a hundred or eighty years until the current rulers passed away.

The fear was that the contract’s binding power would continue to affect them, tying up the fortunes of an entire power and forcing everyone to work for “continental peace” indefinitely.

“Not conditions at all, what are you worried about?” Just sign the contract, and isn’t it good for you, good for me, good for everyone?

The contract template is right here.

To end this war, it’s not just a few of you who need to sign.

Every major noble in power in your countries must sign it as well.

Rest assured, we’ve specifically added blank pages to the contract.

Writing down a few hundred names is no big deal.

Besides those in power, strong individuals of eighth order and above within the territories of your three kingdoms must also sign.

As for the specific content of the contract, you can take a look first.

Everything is working towards the peace of the continent, there are absolutely no additional conditions added.”

Derris’s words completely deflated the representatives of the three kingdoms.

Once the contract was signed, the three kingdoms would have no other choice.

Rulers can be replaced, but a kingdom’s strong cannot.

Those above eighth order are the core foundation of a major power, an indispensable part.

Deep down, the three representatives also began to calculate.

The contract, aside from political constraints, was overall quite generous to the three kingdoms.

The land that was originally to be ceded was now exempt.

The ones truly sacrificing were just the small countries of Central Continent and Northern Continent.

After all, these allies were already destroyed, with virtually no chance of restoration; making them sacrifice a little more was not a big problem.

There was no ceding of territory, no large-scale ethnic slaughter, which meant no humiliating history.

With these potential minefields removed, there would be no undying hatred between the parties.

The motivation for revenge that would support the three kingdoms after the war was also preemptively killed.

Having seen through the Elf Race’s calculations, the three gradually emerged from their panic.

Clearly, these measures by the elves were genuinely aimed at peace for the continent.

“Respected One, these terms exceed the scope of our previous negotiations.

We must report back to the kingdom before we can make a decision.

Please, give us a little more time!”

Marquis Pier Luigi replied anxiously.

No matter the content of the treaty, being forced to sign is never a pleasant experience.

The adage “weak countries have no diplomacy” was starkly evident here.

Fortunately, they encountered the elves, who were compelled to love peace; otherwise, things would not have been resolved so easily.

Had the Orcs been in charge, compromise might have been impossible.

“Whatever, the war will not stop.

As long as your three kingdoms can hold out, I don’t mind!”

Derris said, waving her hand.

This was the normal pace of proceedings, not like when she had been at a disadvantage at her first appearance in the Northern Continent.

Everyone is more spirited on joyous occasions.

With the army advancing smoothly on the battlefield, and the negotiation table playing out according to plan, Derris became much more relaxed.

…

At the Northern Border battlefield, when Hudson received the news that the kingdom had also started negotiations, he was not surprised at all.

If he were in Caesar IV’s position, he too would want to end the war as soon as possible and convert the fruits of victory into tangible power.

As for what could be obtained from the Orc Empire, it was actually not important to the Royal Family at all.

If the east doesn’t shine, the west will.

The insider deals from before were also nearing the time for fulfillment.

Compared to the dangerous Orc Prairie, the lands of Warhammer Kingdom to the west were obviously more comfortable and secure.

Rather than entangling with the Orcs, it would be better to support Moxi Duchy in annexing Warhammer Great Plains and adding a generous dowry to their own Queen.

Of course, all this was based on the Queen being pregnant.

This unborn offspring, if a boy, would become the joint heir to both the kingdom and the dowry.

If it’s a girl, then just continue trying.

After all, successful conception proves that both parties are healthy and capable of having more children.

“Reply to the kingdom, saying I respect the kingdom’s decision!”