998: Chapter 599 Koer Kingdom’s Scheming_2 998: Chapter 599 Koer Kingdom’s Scheming_2 In truth, they themselves were not fully confident, especially on the side of Dark Castle, where there was just too much unpredictability.
“Wrong, it’s not a pincer attack, but a three-way encirclent.
Far Sea Marsh is controlled by a Legendary Witch Gathering.
They are greedy and cunning by nature.
Even if there’s no one to egg them on, they would take the initiative to join the fray, let alone with the Santarin Association, followers of the God of Conspiracy, around.
They wouldn’t let anyone stay out of it,” the Crown Princess said with a serious expression, correcting him.
“Ha…” Gaven couldn’t help but laugh.
“The situation keeps getting more and more interesting.
A three-way fight has turned into a four-way, no, a five-way battle.
No wonder Lady Strategy places such great importance on this matter.
It’s quite rare to see this kind of situation in Felen’s history of wars.”
It was clear that Gaven had considered Koer as one of the factions.
With more powers joining the fray, Gaven was not only unperturbed but even more delighted.
Those humans, each with their own rulers, could certainly not present a united front, let alone these monster forces, bound to have conflicts of interest, mutual distrust, and enmity.
This gave them the opportunity to further their sches.
“You don’t seem very worried,” the Crown Princess remarked with surprise at Gaven’s reaction, which was completely different from what she had expected.
This young general was being rather too indifferent towards her.
Apart from a few people like King Yasan and the Court Archmage, Feng Geda Hast, whether the n were white-haired elders or immature youths, they couldn’t hide their desire when they saw her.
So concealed it deeply, while others couldn’t hide it at all.
Tainalasta’s confidence stemd not only from her appearance but also from her innate status and the power she held.
Once she showed her favor, one could imdiately beco one of the most powerful people in Koer Kingdom.
After her ascension to the throne, although unable to beco King, at least a Duke’s title and corresponding lands would be granted, with the first offspring becoming the future ruler of Koer Kingdom.
This was the short path to success that countless n dread of.
But with Gaven, she didn’t detect that kind of covetousness.
What she saw was an appreciation for her feminine appearance and an inexplicably slight pity.
This situation made the Crown Princess very passive.
She was adept at negotiating, and whoever put their chips on the table first would often find themselves at a disadvantage.
Having no choice, she had to take a detour, revealing the elite Koer Kingdom troops hidden in High Corner Fort to him and casually reminding him of the situation he was facing.
As long as he took the initiative to request an alliance, the rest would be easy.
Yet, he turned out to be the fox who wouldn’t take the bait, directly counting Koer Kingdom among the other powers.
“et the army with generals and stem the water with earth.
Worrying beforehand is useless,” Gaven said with a sly smile, now holding the initiative in his hands, which he was not going to give up easily, not even for the Crown Princess of Koer Kingdom.
It seed she had to take the offensive.
Tainalasta was not one to waver.
She took the initiative and said, “Our Koer Kingdom is willing to form an alliance with you, to beco your strongest support.
Even if you are defeated in the Goblin Margins, you can retreat towards High Corner Fort, and we will provide protection.”
“Everything has its price,” Gaven muttered to himself, then asked gravely, “What’s the price of this alliance?”
“Priority in crushing the Lizard Queen’s forces in Tun Marsh, ideally taking the chance to kill that Black Dragon.
Not a common kill, but a thorough one, like the disaster on the East Road, without any chance of revival,” said the Crown Princess, implying they knew Gaven had the capability to do this.
Gaven didn’t affirm or deny but emotionlessly pressed on, “And then?”
“Regardless of victory or defeat, after the battle, Tun Marsh will be under Koer Kingdom’s control.
If you happen to fall and retreat from the East Road, those fleeing people will also be entrusted to Koer Kingdom for resettlent,” Tainalasta threw out her real terms.
Quite the smart calculation, ensuring that the Koer Kingdom would stand undefeated regardless of Conqueror Army’s result, all the while securing the lion’s share of benefits.
Such a large body of refugees, even Koer, could not help but covet them; for any nation, it was a precious treasure.
Gaven did not show shock or anger.
If they did not seek benefits for themselves, that would be abnormal.
He shook his head, “Sorry, but allow to decline.
We will break through the situation with our strength, and we can talk about the rest after we have taken the Goblin Margins.”
Yeshandalah had proven with actual events that accepting help during crisis cos with a cost, especially between powers.
To reap the biggest benefits, one had to rely on their own strength.
Only then would one have sufficient confidence and bargaining chips during negotiations.
Seemingly disapproving of Gaven’s confidence, the Crown Princess impulsively asked, “Aren’t you afraid we’ll side with those monster forces and stab you in the back?”
Gaven stared at the Crown Princess unwaveringly for several seconds, his expression seeming to wonder how soone as wise as she could ask such a foolish question.
Just when Tainalasta was feeling uncomfortable under Gaven’s gaze, he finally spoke, “If His Majesty and Your Highness were foolish rulers, I would certainly have such concerns.
However, looking at all of Koer Kingdom’s policies over the past decades, I think it’s the least probable scenario, because it does not benefit Koer Kingdom’s interests.
If we are victorious, I am willing to accept the title of Rockland Duke from Koer Kingdom.”
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