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Chapter 1195 - 1195 195 Unlucky Duo Requesting Monthly Votes_3

1195: Chapter 195: Unlucky Duo (Requesting Monthly Votes)_3 1195: Chapter 195: Unlucky Duo (Requesting Monthly Votes)_3 Moxi Duchy has developed so rapidly in recent years, the Elf Race has long been displeased, but due to the recent end of the continental war, they were not in a good position to do anything about it.

Caught the neighbor’s weakness, they naturally wanted to find a way to weaken the strength of Moxi Duchy.

Even though they were not short of materials themselves, the three Elf Queens still decided to extort the Moxi People.

They originally even wanted to demand land from the Moxi People, but considering the reaction from the Human World, they ultimately canceled that idea.

The decision proved to be absolutely correct.

When Derris presented the list of materials, the representatives of various countries all showed smiles.

Everyone attended this meeting just to protect the interests of the Human Race.

For their own countries, aside from making an international presence felt, there was no substantial benefit.

The demands of the Elf Race obviously took into account the dignity of the dominant power of the Aslante Continent.

It was merely a material compensation, and the other party had suffered casualties.

As for the specific amount of compensation, everyone actually didn’t care, after all, they didn’t need to contribute themselves.

Including Hudson, when Derris pulled out the list, he promptly chose to keep quiet.

At the negotiation table, it was okay to support Moxi Duchy, but when it came to specific reparations, he had no authority to decide for Moxi People.

George’s face turned green as he opened the list with the intention of spending money for peace.

Not only did it include a large amount of daily materials, but there was also a pile of Magical Materials.

No wonder they gave five years’ time; a one-time payment would drain Moxi Duchy completely.

“Respected One, the amount on this list is far too large, far exceeding the capacity of the Duchy.

We can only afford at most three percent, and some of the precious materials, the Duchy does not even have!”

George said helplessly, waving his hand.

It’s not that he was recklessly haggling, it’s that the elves were demanding too much.

If it were possible to pay with cash, Moxi Duchy could still gather it, but they want all tangible goods.

For example: eight million tons of grain.

If they really took out that much grain, the Moxi People would have to starve.

Even if purchases were made across the entire Continent, it would not be possible to collect these in a short amount of time with the transportation capabilities of this era.

Similarly harsh conditions were many, nearly every demand was a challenge to the limits of Moxi Duchy.

Asking an exorbitant price, so the only choice is to pay on the ground.

The higher the Elf Race’s demands, the tougher George’s counter-offer.

For a time, a heated discussion unfolded between the two sides over the amount of materials.

However, the disagreements were too great, and there was no sign of coming to an agreement.

“The day grows late, let’s stop here for today, and continue the discussion tomorrow!”

That’s right, Hudson regretted it!

Had he known he would be faced with this mess after staying a few more days in Moxi Duchy, he would have returned to his country earlier.

Mediating the dispute between Moxi Duchy and the Elf Race, just the thought of it was enough to send shivers down one’s spine.

There was no way to resolve it with just a few words when interests were involved.

“It doesn’t matter, if you don’t want to discuss it today, let’s adjourn for now!

After all, we only have three days, and one has already passed.

If there’s no result in the next two days, you can imagine the consequences for yourselves!”

The harsh words of Derris changed the expressions of everyone present.

There’s a saying on the Continent of Aslante: You do not fear the Elf Army coming to kill, you fear the elves purely wanting revenge!

The once dominant Bright Empire in the middle-north part of the Continent gradually declined under the revenge of the Elf Race.

A group of elves, all over eight hundred years old, became terrorists, releasing magic to wreak havoc everywhere – the scene was unimaginable.

The Bright Empire, teeming with strongmen, didn’t even have as many experts as the Elf Race, and Moxi Duchy was even less comparable.

Back then, the Bright Empire even organized a large army to counterattack the Elf Forest, but now Moxi Duchy wouldn’t be able to win even if it counterattacked!

After ending the negotiations, Derris provocatively glanced at Hudson, making his heart tighten.

This elf woman was a real tough character.

Thankfully their territories were far apart; if his own land was also near the Elf Forest, Hudson could only cower.

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“Marshal, it’s really not that we don’t have sincerity.

It’s just that the Elf Race’s appetite is too big.

This is the list they gave, please have a look!”

Seeing Hudson coming over, George laid his cards on the table.

Having glanced over the numbers on the list, Hudson swallowed back the words he was going to say.

Merely countering with three percent, and raising it to eight percent later in the negotiations, was enough to show the sincerity of Moxi Duchy.

If Hudson were in George’s position, he estimated he might cut the price straight down to one percent.

“Your Majesty, I fear that this incident is merely an excuse, and the real problem is that Your country is developing too rapidly, arousing the vigilance of the Elf Race.

You should be aware that in bygone years, no kingdom or Species bordering the Elf Race has had smooth development.

For their military security, the Elf Race needs a weak Moxi Duchy.

Your country’s current development, I’m afraid, is close to touching their bottom line.

Even if this incident had not occurred, other troubles would find their way to your door.

Be prepared!”

Hudson said sympathetically.

No wonder Moxi Duchy could become allies with the Kingdom of Elf; they share the same bad luck attribute.

Just as they greeted an opportunity, before they could grow and develop, they first attracted the jealousy and suppression from Different Races.