Li's path

Chapter 187 Colotia's Stunning Appearance
The border between Libel Kingdom and Erebonia is full of tension, and the air is filled with the smell of gunpowder. (There is no guidance.)

The gate of the extremely strong steel fortress Hakon is tightly closed, and various roadblocks are densely covered in the spacious passage in front of the gate. Inside the fortress, the elite soldiers of the Royal Army are waiting in formation.

On the north side of the Harken Gate, on the plain near the border between the two countries, there are hideous heavy armored tanks in all directions. Each tank has four thick exhaust pipes behind it, from which thick white steam is constantly escaping.There are four heavy tanks in a row, moving towards the border at a constant speed, and behind the tanks is the mighty Imperial Marine Division, the full name is the Third Mecha Division of the Erebonian Empire. One of the most elite troops.

The chariot drove to the gate of Harken and temporarily stopped moving forward, but did not turn off the steam furnace, maintaining a posture ready for battle at any time.

A middle-aged officer with a blindfold on his right eye led two guards and walked to the front of the formation. It was not difficult to tell from the style of his military uniform and chest badge that he was the commander of this unit, with the rank of lieutenant general.

Standing opposite General One-Eyed was General Morgan with an angry face.

"Can you explain, Lieutenant General Sykes Vander!" General Morgan's beard trembled with anger, "Why did your divisions of the Imperial Army appear here! The "Non-War Treaty" that was just concluded, is it true? Was it forgotten by you?"

"General Morgan, I think you should be the one to explain." Facing Morgan's aggressive question, Lieutenant General Sykes replied unhurriedly, "A few days ago, a missile appeared in the southern city of the Empire. The phenomenon that the force device is not working has continued until now. At the same time, we received reports that a mysterious huge object appeared on the lake in your country. What is going on here?"

"What's going on? The current situation is as you can see. I was also in a state of chaos because of this sudden disaster."

"Even if it is as you said, it is true that this disaster has invaded the territory of the empire. Now you can understand why we are here."

"You... are you planning to take advantage of the situation?"

"Our country does not intend to do so, but there is news that a group of unidentified criminal organizations have recently taken advantage of the occurrence of abnormal phenomena to make a show of domineering within the kingdom." Lieutenant General Sykes spoke solemnly as if reciting lines. , "As an ally that signed the "Non-War Treaty", our government also wants to contribute to your country in this regard."

"That sounds good." General Morgan asked angrily, pointing at the steam chariots all over the field, "Then how do you explain these chariots! There are old obsolete things like steam-powered chariots in your country. It is simply unheard of! Why do such extraordinary circumstances appear here in large numbers!"

"Sorry, this is a military secret, and I have no comment. But with the chariot, wouldn't it be of great benefit to calm the uneasy feelings of the citizens and at the same time help your country get through this difficult time? Our government's painstaking efforts are also appreciated. You understand."

The veins on General Morgan's forehead popped out, and his teeth were almost gnawed.How could he not know the subtext of Lieutenant General Sykes' words?This sounds beautiful, but it actually reveals the greedy ambition to take advantage of the situation and invade Liber!If the imperial army is allowed to cross the border, then when the guiding force stops and the royal army has almost lost its combat effectiveness, it is the imperial army that really holds the initiative.Wait until then, and then change these words, saying that "your country is in chaos now, it is better to have our army take care of it temporarily." Or just turn your face and deny people, then Liber Prestige! (Russell's current zero stance generator does not have the capability to support the operation of large guided weapons.)
Fortunately, Cassius' previous almost predictable calculations worked. The Harken Gate, which was several times thicker than the armor of a chariot, was urgently closed with a human noose, and the empire would not be able to break through this steel fortress for a while.

So now put on a tough stance to refuse?If it is only the strength of a division, it can still be blocked by the Harken Gate.But since the empire is going to do something, it will definitely not use only one division, so what should we do next?
"My country is extremely grateful for your country's kindness." Just as General Morgan's thoughts changed suddenly, a noble and awe-inspiring voice sounded from the side.

Escorted by her companions, a prominent girl with short blue hair and wearing a light formal dress appeared next to General Morgan. Who was it if she wasn't Kolotia?
"What!" General Morgan was a little flustered, and asked in a low voice, "Your Majesty, Your Highness, why are you here?"

"General Morgan, thank you for your hard work. Can you leave this negotiation with the Imperial Army to me?"

"Yes, but." General Morgan hesitated to speak.

"I am far from mature enough now, and I don't know if I am competent for this negotiation work." Kolotia is afraid and worried, but more of her faith is to move forward bravely, "But as a princess, it is time to fulfill my obligations Time, so please."

"I understand. However, according to the current situation, the other party may turn against him at any time. Please be prepared, and if something unexpected happens, quickly withdraw to the Haken Gate."

"Okay, I understand." Koloss nodded to General Morgan with a smile on her face, and walked to the front of the formation.

"It seems that the object of negotiation has changed." General Sykes' expression remained unchanged. "Judging from your clothes, you must be a person of high status."

"I'm meeting you for the first time. My name is Colotia von Osselles, the granddaughter of Queen Liberia Alicia, who has just been canonized as the next queen." Colotia's etiquette was flawless.

"This is really rude." General Sykes' cold face finally showed a wave of fluctuation, "My name is Sykes Vandel, and I am the commander-in-chief of the 3rd Division of the Erebonian Imperial Army. "

"Your reputation has long been heard."

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While Kolotia and Sykes were exchanging greetings, Estier also started talking quietly below.

"Is this the same Sykes Vander?" Li En rubbed his chin with great interest, "It's really a flawless posture!"

"Is that uncle famous?" Estier asked curiously.

""One-Eyed Sykes". He is the number one star in the empire." Joshua looked serious.

"Really? Rean."

"Well, Sykes Van der, the head of the Third Mecha Division, is a well-known wise general in the empire. In addition, he is also the successor of the two major schools of the empire, "Vandel Stream", and his strength is unfathomable , by the way, he is the uncle of Mr. Mulla whom we know."

"Ah, so powerful!"

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"So, I had the honor to see the photo of His Highness before, is your hair cut short?" The greeting continued.

"I made you laugh. Now you are just a princess, please act as a little girl to express your determination to cope with the heavy responsibility." As expected of Kolotia, she is quite skilled in diplomatic rhetoric.

"Where, where, this hairstyle is very suitable for you. Once again, I sincerely congratulate you on becoming the Crown Princess."

"Thank you, Lieutenant General."

After exchanging pleasantries, the two entered the topic.

"Then, Your Royal Highness, why did you come here?" Lieutenant General Sykes' words became more and more intense, "Are you also here to protest our army like General Morgan?"

"No, I didn't intend to do that." Kolotia shook her head. "Nowadays, the southern part of the empire must be as uneasy as we are. Dark, cold nights, and the severance of intelligence. No matter who is in this situation, they will be at a loss. .”

"However, I would also like to ask you to change your position. Under such a situation, when your country's army suddenly appeared on our border, our mood. To be honest, before your country's army appeared, all parts of our country were already in chaos. Chaos. The good intentions of your country, in the eyes of our people, may cause even greater panic. I don't want to see this kind of ending."

"At present, our country is intensively looking for a solution to this abnormal phenomenon. We also have our own countermeasures for that criminal organization. This is also to prevent the friendship between the two countries established due to the "Non-War Treaty" Unnecessary rifts appear."

"For these reasons, could your country please give us some time?"

Colotia's words were repeated and repeated, understood the reasoning, moved her with emotion, raised her height, and buckled her hat. Lieutenant General Sykes was speechless and fell into the same predicament as General Morgan before him.

"Unfortunately, what you said has nothing to do with us."

"!"

(End of this chapter)