Chapter 2577 Negotiation Again (Today Is Another Day in Silent Hill)

Chapter 2577 Negotiations again (today is another day in Silent Hill)

After returning to Crossbell, Fangzheng also got the news from Ellie immediately.

And his answer was...

"Don't worry about it."

"...Eh? Don't worry about...?"

"The empire wouldn't be stupid enough to do this kind of thing that would push Crossbell into the Republic at this time. Do you think that group of idiots in the Crossbell Council—well, your grandfather is not among them, why would those idiots It is because of this that I feel that I can drive away wolves and tigers. Closbell is vacillating between the two big powers, but if either side goes too far, it will push Crossbell to the other side with no room for change. What's more In terms of commerce and trade, the Republic is better at this. Now that the empire is too busy to take care of itself, the civil war may break out at any time. How can they have the time to provoke a second battle with the Republic here, so that is just a casual statement , just to scare people."

"So that's how it is... Sorry, I was too nervous before."

Hearing Fang Zheng's answer, Ellie finally breathed a sigh of relief, but soon she couldn't help but look at Fang Zheng's side.

"But, Mr. Fangzheng, who is she?"

"This is Miss Rufina, a regular knight of the Star Cup Knights."

Fang Zheng made an introduction casually, but Ellie's face froze when she heard Fang Zheng's introduction.

"Star Grail Knights? That's not from the Seven Luminaries Church..."

"Well, that's right. Just before I came back, I went to the headquarters of Qiyao Church and had a conversation with the king. Qiyao Church supports Crossbell's independence in principle."

"Really, really?"

Hearing this, Ellie screamed immediately, and even she couldn't help but jumped up excitedly.

"Qiyao Church is willing to support us? Then we will be recognized by Qiyao Church in the future..."

"No, Miss McDowell."

However, before Ellie finished speaking, she saw Rufina speak with a smile.

"Indeed, after hearing what happened to Crossbell, the church supports the independence of Crossbell in principle, but we will not become the overlord of Crossbell like other independent territories."

"Huh? Isn't it...wrong?"

Faced with Rufina's answer, Ellie was a little dazed.

On the continent of Samlia, besides the sovereign and independent countries like Liberia, Erebonia, and Calvard, there are also some similar independent territories, such as the Duchy of Remifilia, Northamply Sub-autonomous prefecture, Joulet district, and Oled autonomous prefecture.

The reason why these independent territories were not annexed by the Republic and the Empire is that they signed an agreement with the country of the Qiyao Church--the country of the Codex of Altria. The Codex of Ria will maintain their sovereignty and independence with their own fame and strength.

If the empire and the republic go to war against them, it will be tantamount to going to war against the Qiyao Church. In Samlia, where the belief in the goddess of the sky spreads all over the mainland, doing such a thing is undoubtedly a suicide act.

In Ellie's expectations, it is the best choice to be able to sign a suzerain agreement with Qiyao Church and become an independent state of Crossbell similar to other independent territories.

But Rufina's answer made Ellie a little confused.

"You'll find out soon."

Fang Zheng stood up and walked out of the room.

"Come on, we're going somewhere."

"where to?"

"The Tanguram Gate."

The Tangullam Gate is the border gate between Crossbell and the Empire, and the Crossbell Guard is naturally stationed here, and Fang Zheng brought Ellie and Rufina here. Soon, after Fang Zheng reported their names, they He passed through the security area and came to the office inside.

When Fangzheng opened the door and walked in, Ellie found a serious woman in military uniform, glasses, and short dark blue hair sitting at the desk. This person is no stranger to Ellie, she is the deputy commander of the security force Sonia Belz.

"To be honest, I really didn't expect that the CEO of Starlight Technology would come here to look for me."

Putting down the document in her hand, Sonia stared at Fangzheng. Although her expression was indifferent, she revealed a sharpness like a drawn sword.

"Excuse me, you came from a long way, what's the matter?"

"I won't talk more nonsense."

Fang Zheng pulled a chair and sat down, then looked at Sonia.

"I'm here to inform you that Starlight Technology will dissolve the Crossbell Council early next month and at the same time declare the entire Crossbell independent."

"......!"

Hearing Fang Zheng's words, a cold light flashed in Sonia's eyes, and then she stared at Fang Zheng.

"It's a nasty joke."

"I didn't come to joke with you."

Fangzheng took out a stack of documents from the briefcase and threw them on Deputy Commander Sonia's desk.

"This is the criminal record and evidence of the members of the Closbell Council. Thanks to the fact that there is no death penalty here, otherwise it would be enough to sentence them to death ten times. Of course, it also includes the commander of the guard. This is why I came to you. Since If you are not willing to join forces with those idiots, then there is a basis for cooperation between us."

"Do you know what you are doing? Mr. Fangzheng, this is a coup."

"So."

Fangzheng shrugged.

"I didn't put a gun on their necks. They should have been punished for what they did. Do you think these guys should be allowed to go unpunished?"

"From your behavior, wouldn't it be ironic to say that?"

"Nope."

Faced with the questioning from Deputy Commander Sonia, Fang Zheng smiled slightly.

"I'm not a citizen of Crossbell. You should be very clear that according to Crossbell's laws, you can't do anything to me. This is the fault of the Crossbell Council itself."

"But as the deputy commander of the garrison, I still have the power to arrest those who try to subvert Crossbell and bring disaster to it."

Having said that, Sonia stood up.

"Aren't you afraid? Or, you bought all my soldiers?"

"No need."

Fangzheng shook his head.

"I didn't bribe your soldiers, and I didn't give you any poison. These are all the actions of weak people. There is only one reason why I came here today to talk to you directly."

Having said this, Fangzheng chuckled.

"That is to say, all the guards combined are not my opponent in front of me."

"you……………"

"If you think I'm talking nonsense, you can let all the soldiers here come in and grab me. I'll just sit here and don't fight or fight back. If you can make me move half a step, then I will lose. At that time, I will Turn around and leave, and I will pretend that Closbell’s independence never happened.”

Facing Fang Zheng's calm answer, Sonia calmed down instead. She stared at Fang Zheng and sat down slowly after a while.

"To be honest, Mr. Fangzheng, your speech really sounds like a drunk person to me, but you didn't drink, and if you went crazy, Miss McDowell wouldn't accompany you. Although look at her Your words shocked her a lot. Then, I would like to ask you, even if Starlight Technology has obtained the control of Cross Bell, when you declare independence, you know what you will face, and you will How to deal with these?"

"Of course I have a plan. I also know that once Starlight Technology has mastered Crossbell and declared independence, the Republic and the Empire will not sit idly by. They will use this as an excuse to completely attack Crossbell. It is best for one of the parties to occupy this place once and for all to end the current co-government. In my opinion, under normal circumstances, the republic has a better chance of winning. But right now the empire is on the verge of a civil war. If it is to divert internal conflicts, They may also respond to this, such as rewarding the person who captured Closbell as a new nobleman, or elevating the title of nobleman, from this perspective to avoid increased internal friction and further outbreaks."

"Such a war would be devastating for Crossbell."

Deputy Commander Sonia stared at Fang Zheng.

"Now that you know, what are you going to do?"

"It's very simple. First of all, resist the attacks from the empire and the republic. As long as they can be repelled, and the stalemate persists for a while, the Qiyao Church will take action."

"Yes, my lord."

Hearing this, Rufina stepped forward, and she bowed respectfully to Fangzheng before looking at Deputy Commander Sonia.

"Once that time comes, the church will step up to both sides, call for peace talks, and expect the two countries to sign an independent agreement..."

"Then Closbell regards Codex as the suzerain?"

"Do not."

Rufina shook her head, then bowed respectfully to Fang Zheng again.

"The church will not sign a suzerain agreement with Cross Bell. We recognize Mr. Fang Zheng as the sole legal ruler of Cross Bell, that's all."

"this……………"

Hearing Rufina's decisive answer, both Sonia and Ellie were stunned.

Qiyao Church recognizes that Fang is the only legal ruler of Closbell?

How could the church do this?

If it is said that Qiyao Church uses this method, it is not unreasonable to want to expand its power. But Rufina's attitude is quite firm, and she also respects Fang Zheng very much. Could it be that Fang is a high-status clergyman in the church? But it doesn't look like his style...

"Your idea is very good."

Compared with Ellie, an idealist, Sonia is a realist, otherwise she would not be able to take the position of deputy commander of the security force as a woman.

"However, the premise that this idea can be realized is that we can withstand the joint attack of the Republic and the Empire. I can tell you that the guard does not have such power."

"It didn't exist before, but it doesn't mean it doesn't exist now."

Fangzheng spread his hands and smiled.

"In fact, I brought you something, and this...is one of my magic weapons."