In the Name of the Queen

Just one sentence made the countries that were originally unrelated to the matter nervous.

The faces of the representatives of various countries present were a little unnatural.

They looked solemn and fell into deep thought.

The representatives of the Wend Empire, which borders the Vladimir Empire, looked even uglier.

As neighboring countries with similar cultures, the Wend Empire and the Vladimir Empire have fought countless wars in history and have deep hatred.

As long as they go against the Ruriks, the Wend Empire will definitely help.

They would rather cooperate with countries with completely different cultures than be friendly with the Vladimir Empire, which has the same roots.

When the Continental Convention was signed, the Wend Empire was at its most prosperous period in history. It annexed many weak countries around it, and then set its sights on the huge but weak Vladimir Empire.

If they had not needed to rest after years of war, they would definitely not sign the Continental Convention.

The price of their signing was that the Vladimir Empire ceded about 30,000 square kilometers of territory.

The ceded land was not much, but it was extremely insulting.

However, in less than a hundred years, the offensive and defensive situation was reversed.

The Vladimir Empire is now at its strongest in history, while the Wend Empire has produced many incompetent rulers, and the parliament is mostly corrupt and incompetent, which has led to a continuous decline in national strength.

When the treaty expires, the Wend Empire is definitely the one that most wants to renew it.

Of course, just look at Sophia's mocking expression, and you will know that the cost of renewal is not low.

The land swallowed up in the past must be returned in full, and a lot of benefits must be paid.

It's very frustrating, but the situation is stronger than people.

Sophia used only one sentence to put the meeting in collective silence, and by the way, let everyone think seriously about who is the master of this era.

William squinted his eyes and quickly understood Sophia's intention.

The Continental Convention will automatically expire after a few months, and it is normal to end it a few months in advance and then discuss the renewal, but the theme of the meeting will change.

He will not allow this to happen.

After clearing his throat, William smiled and responded, "Respected Queen Sophia, what you said involves many countries and has nothing to do with the current meeting."

"I suggest that this matter be included in the agenda of the meeting and we will talk about it after the future of the Val city-state is decided."

Sophia smiled, but did not give in.

"Ending the convention will help everyone to discuss the future of the Val city-state freely. I think I should ask everyone's opinions."

"If you are worried that ending the convention early will cause trouble to your country, I can guarantee that there will be no conflict during the meeting."

Although William was standing on the podium and Sophia was standing below, she looked at William with a condescending look.

William didn't like this feeling very much.

He cast his eyes on Sif, asking with his eyes.

Sif nodded slightly and handed the decision to William.

Although the two sides had conflicts in the distribution of power, they had the same interests at the level of national interests.

The powerful Sussex needs their joint protection.

Sophia's suggestion on the surface is actually coercion.

Ending the convention early will allow countries to declare war freely.

If they don't accept it, although there are many reasons, they are afraid of the Vladimir Empire.

They would rather make an extra trip to maintain the peace for the last few months, and they still say they are not afraid.

Now that things have come to this, any retreat is a cowardly act.

The Vladimir Empire has been developing rapidly in recent years, and has been expanding its sphere of influence on the edge of the Rodinia continent and other continents.

Restricted by the Continental Treaty, they cannot expand at will on the Rodinia continent.

Almost everyone believes that they will not renew the Continental Treaty after it ends.

The only suspense is who their next target will be.

Most people guess that it is the two weakened powers, the Wend Empire or the Talia Kingdom.

The Vladimir Empire's navy is weak, and their priority expansion targets are of course their land neighbors.

Since there is no direct threat of war, Sussex will naturally not show weakness.

William smiled and asked: "Before answering, I have another question. Will your country choose to renew the treaty after the treaty ends?"

His question seemed to be just a casual question, but it reminded other countries that the treaty was the last chain that bound the Vladimir Empire.

If the convention ends early, the countries bordering it will have to take care of themselves.

The faces of the representatives of the Wend Empire and the Kingdom of Talia were not very good.

There are still some buffer zones between Talia and Vladimir, and the threat they feel is not too serious, but it is different for the Wend Empire.

They feel the biting cold from the winter land.

Before Sophia could speak, the representative of the Wend Empire shouted impatiently.

"I firmly oppose it. The Wend Empire is the defender of the international order and will never tear up the treaty casually. Even if there is one second left, the convention will still be valid unless someone does not care about the reputation of the country."

Sophia did not look back, but said lightly: "This is the first time I have seen someone say the most timid words in the loudest voice."

"I want to remind you that I am talking to Prime Minister William. It is an offense to me to interrupt rudely. I remember your country's offense to me."

The face of the representative of the Wend Empire changed.

The Ruriks' target is indeed them.

If Sophia's reason for declaring war is to be offended at the international conference, his head will definitely be taken off by the angry emperor to apologize.

The representative of the Wende Empire looked ashen.

Sophia no longer paid attention to Xiao Xiami, but looked at William calmly.

"I refuse to answer, but I will re-examine it based on the current situation of each country."

Impeccable diplomatic rhetoric.

Refusing to answer is sometimes also an answer.

Obviously, Sophia will never give in unless she gets enough benefits.

Where does the benefit come from?

Representatives of various countries fell into deep thought.

Either cut meat from yourself or use the meat from others.

Those present are all politicians, not philanthropists, and of course they are unwilling to cut their own meat.

There is a ready-made unlucky guy, the city-state of Val.

Everyone suddenly realized.

Sophia still wanted to get involved in the city-state of Val, but because she was not a direct party, she could not say it directly, so she chose to end the convention in advance.

After thinking about this, William calmly gave the answer.

"A few days earlier or later will not affect the Sussex Empire. Our country's interests on the mainland are defended by the imperial soldiers with guns and cannons, not treaties."

"I agree to end the convention in advance."

William spoke loudly, representing the attitude of the Sussex Empire.

If you want to fight, then fight!

Sophia nodded with satisfaction and turned her eyes to the representative of the Golden Kite.

"Mr. Edward, what is your opinion?"

"Her Majesty the Queen and the Prime Minister agree. If I disagree, I will seem a bit out of place. I will end the convention in advance on behalf of the Golden Kite Republic."

The man called Edward is the Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of the Golden Kite Republic. He can decide national affairs alone.

Since Vladimir and Sussex have recognized that the convention is invalid, it is meaningless for others to insist.

At this time, we must not show weakness.

As the third most powerful country in the world, the Golden Kite Republic is experiencing internal turmoil and cannot lose in momentum.

Any hesitation at this time may be discovered by potential enemies.

Looking at Edward's calm expression, those representatives who are sure that the Golden Kite will not work are also a little hesitant.

The coup in the Golden Kite Kingdom went on very quickly, and they probably have completed internal integration.

Even if there are still contradictions, it will not have a huge impact on the country's strength.

However, Roland knew that Edward was holding on.

The reason is simple, his attitude is too firm.

How could such an important matter be handled without hesitation?

Sophia did not hesitate, because she was the mastermind who had been planning for a long time.

William did not hesitate, because the Sussex Empire had a strong comprehensive national strength and a powerful navy, so it was not difficult to protect the three overseas provinces.

Back then, the continental countries united to deal with Sussex but could not take away the three overseas provinces, so of course he was not afraid.

Even if they failed in the future war, as long as they gave up the three overseas provinces, they could be self-sufficient with the rich resources of the rich homeland and colonies, and even block the ocean to trap the enemies on the mainland.

Sussex was invincible, so of course they were not panicking.

What did the Golden Kite Kingdom rely on?

They could only hold on.

After William agreed, Sif narrowed her eyes and thought about it.

Did this guy do it on purpose?

The three overseas provinces could not fight against the continental powers alone.

Without the support of the homeland and colonies, the three overseas provinces would be fat meat in the eyes of the continental countries.

William, this guy, would not be looking forward to a war and dumping the three overseas provinces as a burden.

The fall of the three overseas provinces, Sif and Roland, who were in charge here, are to blame.

Sif is the head of state and does not have to bear responsibility, but Roland cannot be exempted from guilt.

His end is either to pay his death penalty or to surrender all power and go to jail.

At that time, Sif can only bow to the cabinet obediently.

She frowned slightly and held Roland's hand tighter.

Roland drew an upside-down question mark on her palm with his little finger.

Sif bit her lip and her slender fingers moved in Roland's palm.

"William is targeting you, bad."

In order to prevent other representatives from seeing her and Roland's little movements, she expressed it in the simplest words.

Roland certainly knew what Sif was talking about.

He smiled slightly, swallowed the prepared words, and drew a smiley face on Sif's palm.

His confidence was transmitted to Sif.

Sif's frown gradually relaxed, and she looked at the representatives of other countries curiously.

The three major powers have expressed their views, and it is meaningless for other countries to oppose.

Any concession is a symbol of weakness. In this case, let's go for it.

"Kingdom of Tyrol, agree to end the convention."

"Kingdom of Pruden, agree."

"Weimar Federation, oppose!"

"Wende Empire, oppose!"

"Kingdom of Talia, agree."

"Kingdom of Nubia, abstain."

As everyone finished expressing their opinions, the continental convention that lasted for a hundred years came to an end.

Whether the convention will continue is of great importance, so it will not be discussed for the time being.

The theme of this meeting is still to discuss the future of the Val city-state.

Although the focus of the participants is no longer here.

Those countries far away from the Val city-state wanted to leave quickly and discuss the impact of the end of the convention behind closed doors.

The meeting continued.

The representative of the Val city-state was called in.

William showed a kind smile, invited him to the stage, and asked softly:

"Executive Tony, you are the representative of the city involved in the Holy Spring Revival. I want to hear your vision for the future."

William was polite, but he did not call the other party "the country involved", but the city involved.

This is not a slip of the tongue.

As a sophisticated diplomat, precise wording is a must.

To prevent ambiguity in communication, everyone present even communicated in the language of the Magic Empire.

This dead language is not easy to master. Except for diplomats and senior officials, ordinary people will not learn it.

But this language is complex and precise, and is very suitable for diplomatic occasions.

Executive Tony's face was a little ugly.

As a representative of a weak country surviving in the cracks of big countries, he is very good at observing words and listening to what is said.

He understood.

The Sussex Empire does not support the existence of the Val City-State as an independent country.

Although it is a bit difficult for Sussex to maintain its status as the world's number one power, it is very easy to kill the Val City-State.

Tony took a deep breath and looked across the audience.

He did not rush to express his opinion, but sang a song that was once very popular but not many people remember now.

"Val Lake".

The last Continental Congress was held on the shore of Val Lake.

The participating countries had cordial and friendly exchanges and unanimously agreed to retain the Val City-State.

This song was also written by a famous bard in those days to commemorate peace.

Under the constraints of the Continental Convention, small conflicts between countries continued, but large-scale wars with more than 100,000 casualties did not break out.

The Continental Convention maintains peace to a certain extent.

The Val City-State is also known as the International Friendship City.

Now everything has changed.

The Sussex Empire, which fully supported the independence of the Val City-State, became the murderer who stabbed the first knife.

Executive Officer Tony sang very emotionally.

His singing skills are better than Roland's, but not much.

It can only be said that he did not run away.

His singing was only emotional.

Hot tears rolled down his cheeks, his voice choked, and his eyes were slightly red.

The melodious singing echoed in the conference hall and echoed in the square through the window.

The staff of the delegations of various countries who vaguely heard the singing smiled.

This is the song of peace.

Listen, the people who sang are so moved that they are about to cry.

It is clear that peace is coming soon.

Val City-State is really lucky. Although this meeting is not on the shore of Val Lake, the result will not change.

This is an era of civilization, and peace is the main theme.

People thought silently.

However, the people in the venue were not so optimistic.

Mr. Tony's emotional singing touched the softest part of people's hearts.

Some representatives bowed their heads slightly, some sighed, and some avoided Sophia's gaze and sang along.

Sif tapped Roland's palm and gently wrote "touched".

Roland asked with his fingertips, "Do you agree to keep the Val city-state?"

"That's not necessary."

Sif's answer was straightforward.

"Touched does not mean support. From the perspective of national interests, dismembering and dividing the Val city-state is the most beneficial to us."

Roland did not speak, but his mood was a little complicated.

If it was Sif a few months ago, she would definitely be moved to tears, but asked Roland why the Val city-state could not be kept.

Now she can calmly sentence the Val city-state to death from the perspective of national interests.

A hint of coldness came from the palm of my hand.

There was an illusion of holding ice in my hand.

Any growth has a price.

The innocent girl's heart that was killed by his own hands was the price.