Two Hundred and Sixty-Fourth, Pirates Are Thugs

Boston...?

As the Americans tried their best, most of the fog over Boston dissipated before Lorraine's eyes.

He seemed to feel the pulse of opportunity.

For some reason, the Americans urgently need to transport a large amount of munitions to Boston, and they cannot be delivered by others, but must be delivered by the Continental Army or the spokesperson of the Continental Army.

Sadly, the Continental Army does not have the ability to span half of the United States. At the same time, it does not have the right to freely choose its spokesperson.

Because all their ammunition is in the hands of Lorraine, if Lorraine allows, there is hope, and if Lorraine refuses, nothing will happen.

Lorraine was their only option.

For Lorraine, going to Boston has both advantages and disadvantages, but most of the disadvantages are short-term and visible, while the advantages are long-term and immeasurable. The only thing that needs to be vigilant is the status quo of Boston. , is the safety issue of the Jackdaw there.

The Americans inadvertently addressed Lorraine's concerns.

No matter what happened there, or what will happen there, at least for now, it should be safe for the Jackdaw.

Because Thomas Jefferson went there as a representative of the Continental Army.

Although this person has a great reputation, he has no representative achievements in the military. If Boston is in the middle of a fierce battle, the Continental Army must choose someone who has more say in the military to preside over military inspections, instead of choosing him, a top bureaucrat with both political and political advantages.

What's more, Jefferson was the governor of Virginia...

This personnel arrangement reveals a huge amount of information. Combined with the large demand for arms there, Lorraine has vaguely guessed the answer.

Boston, or some people in Boston, have probably wavered in their political positions.

The political upheaval during the independence process is actually a very interesting thing, although it has little to do with Lorraine.

He just needs to know that Boston is very important to the United States, and it is the right time to sell favors at this time.

The second question is what reason to go to Boston.

There is a principle in the marketing concept of later generations,

ie you need to always be better than me to you.

The same is true of this favor.

Suddenly changing course and taking this special contract is not the best idea to maximize profits.

Because the pioneers of the United States are very shrewd, and their overall quality is not weaker than any political force in the world.

They were able to discern exactly what value the trip to Boston brought to Lorraine.

How much is lost, how much is earned, and how much favor is cast by who, to ensure that Lorraine has a profit, and it will not be a huge profit.

In terms of calculations at the rational level, Lorraine is confident that he is no match for those elites and capable people who have left their names in history.

But the United States also has its unavoidable flaws.

They are too young, whether as a country or as individuals, their backgrounds are too clean, and there is simply not enough reference to judge some problems on the dark side of the world.

Unfortunately, they fell in this time overwhelmed.

In order to increase the bargaining chip and lure Lorraine to take over the Boston contract, they are trying to use the usual political means to reconcile the conflict between the two pirates.

This matter is a joke in the world.

Admittedly, Lorraine does not deny Adams' analysis of Cotton Jack.

The pirate king sent arms to the Virginia militia regardless of the cost, and he must have a good wish to go ashore.

but!

Pirates are thugs.

Including Lorraine, they are not rational political creatures at all. In that world where the jungle preys on the jungle, the value of dignity and prestige is far greater than money. Come

Cotton Jack will never buy peace from Lorraine, even if Lorraine's asking price is only one penny, as long as he pays the money, it means that his prestige that has been painstakingly managed for many years will be completely destroyed.

Is it possible for the Pirate King who has lost his prestige to persist until the United States wins?

If he can't live until the United States wins, what is the point of everything he has done, paid the price, and endured humiliation?

If even the meaning is lost, why does he have to humiliate himself?

Not at all, not at all, necessary!

The real powers in this world all understand the thinking of pirates.

In the world of pirates, there has never been real adultery. The so-called redemption peace has been just a cover for those who are willing to be inferior to those who are superior.

It's just that the United States doesn't understand.

This cognitive defect has nothing to do with intelligence, it is purely a blind spot in vision caused by differences in experience and thinking patterns.

They can't understand this cruel and irrational principle of doing things, and they can only follow the ecological environment of the political field wishfully, thinking that under enough pressure and interests, there is nothing that cannot really be given up.

Thinking of this, Lorraine turned his head slightly, and stared at Adams' passionate and sincere face with the most sincere gesture.

"Kenway, you need to put forward conditions! As the victim of this conflict, your conditions will become the first cornerstone of this reconciliation!"

"Conditions?" Lorraine looked embarrassed, "Although I know a lot about negotiations, that His Highness has a great reputation in the New World, but I'm just a fledgling smuggler..."

"Behind you is the United States, Kenway. Compared with the unequal strength, you should know the great significance of this reconciliation to human civilization, democracy and freedom!"

"Peace talks between pirates and smugglers..."

"Why belittle yourself, Kenway? Your reconciliation will bring victory to the United States. When the United States wins, will you still be mere pirates and smugglers?"

Lorraine suddenly realized.

"I am amazed by your wisdom, and I am grateful for the friendship of the United States, sir. Please believe in my sincerity. If it is not forced, I am actually not willing to let personal grievances override business."

This is an appropriate expression, in line with human nature.

With Edward Kenway's strength, the battle with Cotton Jack is more or less dangerous. Under the premise that life and interests are damaged, rational people will grasp the straw to save lives.

Adams smiled knowingly: "But from the perspective of someone who has experienced it, Kenway, there is a saying among diplomats that if you can't grab something on the battlefield, don't expect to get it at the negotiating table."

Lorraine's face suddenly darkened, exactly as Adams expected... exactly.

Under the persuasive temptation of Adams, Lorraine quickly drew up his own reconciliation draft, including [public apology in the Brotherhood of the Sea], [compensation for the jackdaw's repair cost of 240 pounds and casualty compensation of 62 pounds], [before the victory of the United States] The two sides have a truce] and so on.

Adams originally hoped that Lorraine would take another step back, give up the public apology, and apologize in person instead, but Lorraine insisted, and was even willing to give up compensation and a truce for this.

Adams could only give up.

After some discussion, Adams happily poured two glasses of good sprinkles.

"Your conditions give me hope of reconciliation, Kenway. I will pass them on to Cotton Jack through the Continental Congress in advance, and I will let Mr. Jackson put pressure on me to do my best to protect what you deserve."

"It's not important, sir." Lorraine took a sip of his wine wearily. "The key is that peace can come and the American people can continue to be supported."

"That's our hope too."

"Mr. Congressman, are the peace talks in Boston?"

"Of course." Adams replied as a matter of course, "Although it is a bit far away, please understand that Mr. Jefferson will not be able to finish his business trip there in a short time."

"You misunderstood, I mean... the contract."

Adams looked surprised: "Kenway, have you changed your mind?"

"Business is business, sir. Negotiations must be delayed for a long time. I need to explain to the Earl, even if it is only a partial account." Lorraine carefully brewed his words, "Furthermore, America has taken a lot of trouble for me this time. The loss may be able to make up for the apology in my heart."

"It's not your fault... Kenway, it's not your fault."

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