Chapter 735 - 327: Black Meteor Empire’s Two-Way Rule

Chapter 735: Chapter 327: Black Meteor Empire’s Two-Way Rule

Upon hearing it was a proposal from the Black Meteor Emperor, Hokele’s heart instinctively tightened. He glanced at Grandmaster Kundra, the emperor of Black Meteor, the most powerful man in the Dao Yuan Eastern Continent in the true sense. Back when he was honing his skills at the border, that man was simply a nightmare.

Kundra smiled slightly, looked at Frederic, and waved his sleeve, "Since it is the idea of the Black Meteor Emperor, we are very interested to hear it."

"Grandmaster Kundra, do you agree with what I said earlier?" Frederic suddenly asked back, staring intently at the four-star Grandmaster before him.

"Although it is somewhat one-sided, there is indeed some truth to it. The fact is, countries like Lilong, Tibbatan, and Moselle have indeed been growing and strengthening amidst our disputes. The Hex-Tech of Lilong, the ice sorcerers and beast cavalry of Tibbatan, and the navy of Moselle pose a great threat to our two nations." Kundra nodded, "However, compared to the Black Meteor Empire, the relationship between us has been amicable."

Frederic laughed heartily, "Haha, they push Moncalleta Kingdom to the forefront, siphoning off our blood, of course it’s amicable."

"Then what insights does your emperor have?" Kundra asked.

"Father’s idea is, why not change our mindset and divide the world into two? Father wants the north, leaving the entire south to Moncalleta. As for Lilong, it would be split in two, with the Long River as the boundary: north of the river would belong to Black Meteor, and south of the river to Moncalleta. As for the allocation of some smaller countries, we can negotiate to achieve the greatest benefit at the smallest cost, so that from now on, there will only be two emperors in the Dao Yuan Eastern Continent." Frederic said, "Two unprecedented emperors."

At this moment, Hokele heard the pounding of his own heart. An emperor, expanding territories, this was something even his father hadn’t achieved. If he could accomplish it, it would be a meritorious feat in Moncalleta’s history, perhaps even greater than the founding.

Kundra furrowed his brow immediately; he was tempted, naturally, but deeper down was worry. Moncalleta’s military strength is definitely weaker than Black Meteor’s, but its national power isn’t inferior, capable of withstanding attrition. Thus, in disputes, Moncalleta has always been in a passive defense, at most defensive counterattacks, which is why Moncalleta often had to concede quite a bit to Lilong and Moselle.

If what Frederic says is true, and the Eastern Continent is divided into two, Moncalleta’s territory and national power will be greatly expanded, compensating for many shortcomings, becoming a gigantic power, and maybe even without war, as long as an agreement is reached with the Black Meteor Empire, Lilong and Moselle may not dare to resist.

While Kundra was still pondering how to respond, Hokele, with a slightly flushed face, excitedly asked, "Oh, does the Black Meteor Emperor truly think this way?"

Frederic placed his hand on his chest, "Witnessing by the Nether God, there is no falsehood. Your Majesty and Grandmaster presumably know about the recent slave rebellion; at first, we thought it was Moncalleta’s doing, which enraged Father, preparing to wage war against Moncalleta. I desperately prevented this and took on the investigation, later verifying it was linked to spies from Lilong and Tibbatan. Over the years, they have constantly been creating friction between our two nations. It was at that moment Father realized, why should we slaughter each other? If we join forces, no one can match us in this world. Such vast territories are at our disposal. We can continuously advance northward, and you can keep moving south. With our backs to each other, even crossing the sandy seas to make expeditions into the Central Continent isn’t impossible, this world is vast!"

Frederic spoke passionately, "Change our mindset, the world is ours. Of course, to show sincerity, as long as both our nations issue a proclamation of conquest, Black Meteor will first attack Tibbatan as a gesture of good faith."

Hokele and Kundra exchanged a glance, seeing each other’s temption. This is a massive temptation. Neither side can overpower the other, and both have the Main God’s blessing, firm in their beliefs, equally matched. Conflict would only result in mutual destruction, but cooperation could make them invincible.

As for sincerity, Moncalleta isn’t foolish. It’s not about what the other party says, but about what they do. The Black Meteor made the proposal, putting the initiative in Moncalleta’s hands. If Black Meteor attacks Tibbatan, Moncalleta can then conquer Moselle, and then jointly partition Lilong. As for after dividing the world into two, by then Moncalleta would already be a behemoth, even less fearing the Black Meteor Empire.

"This idea was my proposal to Father." Frederic said, "Only in this way can our two countries cooperate peacefully. Of course, I personally wish to marry Princess Estella. A mere prince is unworthy of the most beautiful woman on our Dao Yuan road. Upon reaching an agreement, Father promised to make me the first in line to the throne, and I would personally lead the troops. Although I can’t immediately ascend the throne, the territories conquered would be my fiefdom, which I would share with the Princess." Frederic raised his thumb, index, and middle fingers, performing the Nether God’s three-finger salute.

To speak of inheriting a throne now is like drawing a pie on paper; no one would believe it. But becoming the first in line and having a fiefdom, that’s tangible benefit. In the Black Meteor Empire, except for the first in line, no prince can have a fiefdom, as no one dares to curse the Black Meteor Emperor to die prematurely.

"We have felt the sincerity of the Black Meteor Emperor and the Prince. However, since this is a major issue, we need to discuss it further. Since the Prince likes Hedan, why not stay a few more days to experience it? Perhaps the Princess might make an appearance." Kundra smiled slightly and said.

"Ah, that would be wonderful. The Prince will stay a few more days." Frederic’s face lit up with joy. Ever since he met Estella once, he had been deeply infatuated with the beautiful princess.

"Grand Scholar, make sure to arrange well and do not slight our honored guest." Ola the Nineteenth said with a beaming smile.

"Yes, Your Majesty." Kundra bowed and said.

After sending off Frederic, Hokele could no longer hide his excitement as he paced back and forth in the great hall. Ever since he ascended to the throne, all he had heard was how wise and challenging his father was. He had to learn this and that, and now he finally had a chance to prove himself.

The first king to expand territories, no, he wanted to become Emperor, an emperor with vast lands. Why should a powerful Moncalleta be satisfied with being a king? Surely it must be an emperor!

Upon Kundra’s return, he saw the excitement of Your Majesty. He felt both happy and worried. The annual border standoff with the Black Meteor Empire was a substantial drain on national power and also fostered some difficult-to-coordinate forces at the border. Solving this problem would breathe a great sigh of relief into Moncalleta.

But can the Black Meteor Empire really be trusted?

However, if this plan could indeed be realized, Moncalleta would no longer be constrained. Although prosperous, the constant border tension meant that life in most parts of Moncalleta was hard for its people; they couldn’t judge the entire country by Hedan’s standards.

Similarly, it was the same for the Black Meteor Empire. Strong as the Black Meteor Empire was, it too faced internal revolts, and with Lilong and Tibbatan rising around them, both Black Meteor and Moncalleta had to seriously contemplate the future.