HBWnovel Chapter 838 - 62: Speculations on the World War
Chapter 838 - 62: Speculations on the World War
Ruprecht has left.
He needs to return to "New Eleusis Town," get in touch with the Frankfurt Court, and convey the details of their cooperation to the old Emperor, then send a reply to Losa.
A new, stable channel for producing White Crystal and Magic Stone is crucial to the current "Central European Empire." The lifeline being controlled by others, even allies, is intolerable for any powerful nation.
Personally, he looks forward to cooperation between the two parties, but the premise for cooperation is that they must win this war.
The attendant wearing black silk, however, stayed behind. He will serve as an observer, watching, recording the course of the battle, and taking photos throughout.
The name of the attendant is Anton, originating from the renowned Arco family of Bavaria, owning numerous lands, manors, and castles in Bavaria. Family members often serve as local military and government officials in Bavaria and are an important courtier family in the Munich Court.
"Mr. Losa, I need a clean room."
Without Ruprecht, Anton no longer appears as anxious and uneasy as before: "Furthermore, I would wish to inspect your country’s armaments. I will swear on behalf of the Arco family never to disclose this to the United Kingdom."
He spoke freely facing Losa, quickly assuming the role of "Military Observer."
"No problem, Mr. Anton, you will receive the appropriate treatment."
Losa chuckled, his gaze sliding over the silk stockings and high heels of the other: "New Basilicata is a mountain town, excuse me, but your outfit might not be quite suitable. Would you like to change into boots and long pants?"
Anton shook his head humbly: "Please rest assured, I am not the frail traditional caster, I can bear this little hardship."
Silk stockings and high heels are considered common attire for male nobles of this era, though black silk is rarer, as male nobles typically wear white and flesh-colored silk stockings paired with breeches and high heels.
After instructing a Centurion to lead Anton away, Losa turned to Vivian with admiration: "Anna, though I couldn’t see it personally, it must have been quite an exciting duel."
The fawn lady was slightly embarrassed: "Actually, it wasn’t that exciting. Ruprecht is a stubborn German noble and doesn’t want to take advantage of my ’serious injury not yet healed,’ he’s always holding back. Honestly speaking, my victory was rather lucky. If there were a rematch, Ruprecht would undoubtedly have a higher chance of winning."
"That’s quite remarkable, prevailing over a stronger opponent demonstrates your battle wisdom."
Losa sincerely praised her. To be honest, when he first met Vivian, he somewhat assumed she was merely a pretty vase, but fighting alongside her later changed his perspective, after all, Vivian’s appearance was highly deceptive.
She resembles a poet, a painter, a singer, a dancer, anything but a warrior.
Miss Judge teased: "Indeed, Anna’s potential isn’t low. If His Highness the Crown Prince wishes for another duel, let’s wait until you and I are elite before trying again, we’ll definitely beat him to the point of searching for his teeth on the floor."
Vivian blushed upon hearing their praise, immediately waving it off modestly, yet her modesty only spurred them to continue their compliments, as if having found a new delightful toy.
"Alright, you two stop now."
The Candle Knight abruptly changed the topic: "Where’s Ms. Prajna? She was quite injured earlier, didn’t she come back with you?"
She referred to the backlash Prajna suffered after Casting the "Body Fixing Technique" in the guise of Book Immortal. As a Heavy Iron Guard, her recovery ability is strong, and after resting for some time, she is no longer in harm.
"Prajna is guarding the dictator we captured, President "Porfirio."
"This is an important target, forcing him to sign a treaty would give the Texans justification to advance into Mexico and seize vast territories like New Mexico."
Even though the role of "legal proclamation" is no longer significant in this era, Losa has no intention of relying on a paper contract to make the Mexicans obediently cede territories. Ultimately, Texas soldiers would have to personally take them.
History seems to repeat itself. Initially, Texas was part of Mexico’s territory, and during the war of independence, capturing the Mexican President Santa Anna secured victory.
However, in the world of Yesterday’s Giant Ship, Texas fell into turmoil and chaos after the Spanish colonizers were driven away, with rampant wild beasts, a sparse population, and dangerous natives making it a useless place regarded as expendable by both North American Colonies and Mexico.
It wasn’t until the Basilicata Wolf Race arrived on this land, drove out the fierce beasts, and established several city states, that Texas gradually embarked on the path of founding a nation.
In the past life, President Santa Anna was the ’Father of the Nation’ for Texas, and in this era, Porfirio has attained the same status.
"Too bad we can’t make the culprit pay the price."
Lavinia was somewhat indignant.
Nevertheless, not even Losa feels capable of making the world dominator of this era, the Sun Never Sets Empire, which controls a quarter of the world’s land, a fifth of the population, and the entire ocean, cede territory or pay compensation to Texas.
"There will be a day when the Treasure Crown of the Sun Never Sets Empire falls."
Losa chuckled lightly. He holds no reverence for Great Britain, in his era, the entire British Army, equipped with tanks, was fewer than the generals, only the navy could keep up appearances.
"Will this great war end now?"
Lavinia is curious about this, knowing that Losa is a "Prophet," thus especially interested in who will ultimately be the victor of this great war.
Vivian, without speaking, also perked up her ears, listening intently.
Losa, somewhat troubled, rubbed his forehead: "The specifics of who will win or lose, I’m uncertain. The course of history is unpredictable, a slight difference could alter the entire world beyond recognition."
"With us here, regardless of what I once knew about the outcome of great wars, it cannot be considered reliable."
"Will this great war end now?"
Lavinia is curious about this, knowing that Losa is a "Prophet," thus especially interested in who will ultimately be the victor of this great war.
Vivian, without speaking, also perked up her ears, listening intently.
Losa, somewhat troubled, rubbed his forehead: "The specifics of who will win or lose, I’m uncertain. The course of history is unpredictable, a slight difference could alter the entire world beyond recognition."
"With us here, regardless of what I once knew about the outcome of great wars, it cannot be considered reliable."
"Will this great war end now?"
Lavinia is curious about this, knowing that Losa is a "Prophet," thus especially interested in who will ultimately be the victor of this great war.
Vivian, without speaking, also perked up her ears, listening intently.
Losa, somewhat troubled, rubbed his forehead: "The specifics of who will win or lose, I’m uncertain. The course of history is unpredictable, a slight difference could alter the entire world beyond recognition."
"With us here, regardless of what I once knew about the outcome of great wars, it cannot be considered reliable."