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Chapter 750 - 750 36 Friend and Foe in a Moment_2

750: Chapter 36, Friend and Foe in a Moment_2 750: Chapter 36, Friend and Foe in a Moment_2 Looking at the composed Hudson, Piers was speechless.

Knowing that the international situation was about to change abruptly but still appearing so calm, he was unsure whether this was a display of confidence or reckless ignorance.

“Earl Hudson, the situation now is different.

With the decline of the Orc Empire, the Kingdom’s transcendent status no longer exists, and we will inevitably be involved in the internal strife of the human race.

The Central Kingdoms have been eyeing the Northern Continent for some time.

If all the countries in the North unite, they would naturally not dare to act rashly.

Unfortunately, the discord among the major forces in the Northern Continent has a long history, and it cannot be resolved with a few words.

Even with the existence of the Northern Alliance, they have not forgotten their flirtations with the Central Kingdoms.

Once the situation worsens, those fence-sitters will be of no use.

In the Northern Continent, only three powers have some strength.

Now the Warhammer Kingdom is in a civil war, the Moxi Duchy is declining sharply, and even we too have suffered heavily.

If the Kingdoms in the central continent want to march north, now is the best opportunity.

His Majesty has just passed away, and according to the usual practice in the continent, one is not to freely wage war within a year.

This is the last period of safety for the Kingdom.

However, for us in the Southeastern Province, this additional year of buffer period signifies the beginning of a disaster!”

Governor Piers’s words startled Hudson.

If the Black Forest Kingdom really wanted to invade the Alpha Kingdom, one of the routes would be to ignite the war in the Southeastern Province.

An extra year of buffer time, they will have ample opportunity to establish a land communication line between the two regions.

It’s not a difficult task to clear a route, as it is a small distance of only a hundred kilometers, provided they are willing to invest heavily.

“Your Excellency Governor, don’t worry too much.

The Black Forest Kingdom had ample opportunities to establish contact with us in the past.

Since the kingdom cannot go south, they do not need a buffer.

During the orc invasion, they could directly start the war.

The kingdom simply couldn’t stop them.

If they have not taken action for hundreds of years, either their monarchs through the generations had no ambition, or there is something in the Black Stone Mountain Range that they are wary of.

The Dalton Family has a deep foundation, and presumably, they should not lack information about the Black Stone Mountain Range.

Your Excellency Governor, what is there in it that could make a kingdom wary?”

Hudson asked tentatively.

As the swamp continues to be developed, the Koslow Family has reached the foot of the Black Stone Mountain Range.

Since they have become neighbors, Hudson naturally wanted to know more.

“It must be the magical beasts!

Although the Black Stone Mountain Range is not as expansive as the Magical Beast Mountain Range, it still spans seven to eight hundred thousand square kilometers, and it is home to numerous high-order demon beasts.

If these creatures join forces, even the Kingdom at its peak would have to fear them a bit.

However, these high-order magical beasts usually prefer to be alone.

Even same kind magical beasts only gather during mating.”

Governor Piers said insincerely.

The corners of his mouth revealed a fleeting smile, indicating his mood was quite good at the moment.

Although he has not found a way to deal with the deteriorating international situation, he accidentally discovered another major flaw of the Koslow Family — their proximity to the Black Stone Mountain Range.

From a map’s perspective, this seems more like an advantage.

If they lock the entrance to the Salam Mountain Range, the safety of the Mountain Domain would be guaranteed.

After all, the Black Stone Mountain Range bordering the Koslow Family is not a narrow area that can be entered into the Black Forest Kingdom with just a hundred kilometers.

But on the Continent of Aslante, there exists a special circumstance specifically targeted at them — Beast Tide!

This could naturally occur or could be man-made.

For example, kidnapping or killing a High-order Demon Beast’s cub may cause a Beast Tide.

However, such despicable acts can only be planned when one’s safety is absolutely assured.

Now the Kingdom’s situation is unstable and several Central Kingdoms eye the Northern Continent with greed.

Playing with this is absolutely forbidden.

After a brief conversation, the initially strained relationship between the two was significantly eased.

Consequently, the confrontational situation between the two powerful nobles also showed signs of thawing.

Clearly, everyone realized that if they wanted to survive in the complicated international environment, they must band together.

Internally, they are still competitors, but in international disputes, they are allies on the same boat.

…

In the capital, Crown Prince Caesar, who is preparing for his coronation, did not have a hint of a smile on his face.

Upon the death of Caesar III, the major powers of the human race were very respectful, sending high-profile figures to attend the funeral.

Regrettably, these individuals are restless.

While still on their way, they started to connect with each other.

Especially in the several major countries in the central region of the continent, they are becoming increasingly active, constantly strengthening their influence on the Northern Continent.

“Is this information accurate?”

The Crown Prince Caesar asked with a furrowed brow.

He has no choice, the news from the Department of Foreign Affairs is too shocking.

Grint Country, Nardal Country, and Columbia Country in the Northern Continent have successively accepted the wooing of the three major countries in the central region.

It’s not that the three countries want to play both sides, they really have no choice.

Although they are countries in the Northern Continent, they happen to be adjacent to the sphere of influence of the three major countries in the central region.

The overall strength of the central countries has always been a lot stronger than that of the northern countries.

It is only because of the few major countries in the south pulling their legs that regional balance has been achieved.

The ones dragging their legs are still there, but the Northern Alliance that could prevent their northward advancement is on the verge of collapse.

Since the countries of Grint, Nardal, and Columbia can be won over, then more will surely follow.

Others can defect, but the Kingdom of Alpha cannot.

Even if Crown Prince Caesar is willing to become a follower, the other side would not dare to accept.

“Your Highness, we have confirmed this matter several times.

Grint Country, Nardal Country, and Columbia Country have indeed betrayed the Alliance.

The news has been strictly confidential.

They are concerned that too much noise will attract interference from the southern countries.

The Department of Foreign Affairs has been in contact with the Kingdom of Frank, Kingdom of Iberia, and several other southern countries.

They all expressed that they would take strong measures to maintain continental peace.

However, from the intelligence gathered in various ways, the situation in the south is also quite tense, and they may be limited in the help they can provide us.

However, Your Highness should not be too worried.

Although the major central countries are ambitious, they dare not start a war at this time.

At present, various actions are primarily probes.

The Department of Foreign Affairs judged that they want to continuously win over the countries of the Northern Continent and politically isolate us.

It seems that there is also the support of the Clergy behind this, the silent consent of the Frank people, and even the handwriting of the Kingdom of Iberia…”

Count Francis answered with a troubled face.

If the enemy makes a move on them, that’s one thing.

However, their allies are also silently condoning the three major central countries betraying their trust.

It’s hard to accept in their hearts, but they have to accept reality.

Everything is rooted in interests.

The continent is in the throes of war, but the internal structure of the human race has been stable for decades without major changes.

To a crowd of ambitious and powerful folks, the existing order of the Continent limits them greatly.

The Church wants to break the current continental pattern and restore its former glory.

As the strongest country on the continent, wouldn’t the Frank Kingdom want to go even further?

If you don’t want to stand out, you can just encourage others to do so.

However, the three major central countries are not stupid and are very clear about the current situation.

It’s fine to take advantage of the situation, but if they foolishly start a war and cause widespread killing, they’d be out of their minds.

Everyone has their own calculations, and this has led to the current bizarre situation.

If they can’t peel off the layers of mystery, it is hard to tell who the allies and enemies are.

“Your Highness, the international situation is too chaotic right now, and we are willing but unable to act.

Since it’s destined to be out of our control, let’s just let it go!

Let them stir things up first!

Even if they overturn the earth and sky, as long as they don’t directly lead an army to invade my Alpha Kingdom, let them be.

As long as we get through this period of weakness, we’ll figure out how to regain what we’ve lost!”

Prime Minister Duke Newfoundland said in a resigned manner.

If we can’t control it, then let it be destroyed!

All major forces want to be flag bearers, but who will be the chess pieces?

“The Chancellor is right.

The Kingdom should not meddle too much right now.

The countries in the North are not in a rush, why should we worry for them?

If the three major central kingdoms want to advance northward, let them go.

Even if they poke a hole in the sky next, we won’t be the only ones left to hold the fort!”

Crown Prince Caesar said unwillingly.