Arknights' Lock of Heaven

As for what he wanted to change or awaken with these words...

Sorry, I didn't mean that.

Just as Margaret said, Kazimierz became like this not overnight, nor can it be solved by killing, nor can it be made to suddenly realize the truth with a few words.

Xia Yu never intended to do this; her outburst in front of so many people was solely due to the two reasons mentioned above.

Awesome, and adding names to the list.

Margaret is absolutely right; killing will not change the current state of Kazimierz.

But it felt so good!

Due to the limitations of her identity and abilities, Margaret could only choose to participate in the knightly competition, becoming the most dazzling person in Kazimierz and appearing in everyone's sight.

Then, through his own actions and influence, he wanted to gradually change Kazimierz.

The idea is good, but it doesn't really solve the problem.

Just like Xia Yu hanging those people on streetlights, it couldn't solve the problem of Kazimierz.

Ultimately, these are problems that he shouldn't have to solve alone.

He is not a savior, and there has never been a savior.

Ultimately, people have to rely on themselves.

The initial form of a union has now emerged.

In the countryside neglected by the nobles and merchants of Qazimir, there were workers, farmers, small traders, university students, knights...

Regardless of whether they are infected or not, these people have already banded together.

The rest is up to time.

All Xia Yu can do is build good relationships with them and then provide some support at crucial moments.

And the financial support already arranged from the Red Pine Knights...

Here are a few small suggestions.

The rest is up to the Qazimirs themselves.

"In the end... sigh."

Seeing Margaret's resolute expression, Zofia knew she had no chance of persuading her.

Then he turned to look at Maria.

The adoration in her eyes deepened...

This older sister is so cool and amazing!

Having endured various forms of targeting from the Business Federation, how could Maria possibly have any goodwill towards those people?

Maybe today Margaret will tell her in a serious tone that she will punish the traitors of the country and that it is all the fault of those insects that Kazimierz is in this state!

Then Maria not only didn't try to stop her, but she also excitedly helped her sister adjust her equipment, sharpen her sword, and then followed Margaret into battle with her own sword and shield.

These two sisters are truly identical to each other, down to their very core.

Zofia knew this all too well.

"Okay, I know I can't convince you."

"But now, we have another problem."

She pulled a newspaper from behind her back; it was an official report from Ursus.

"This was given to me by old Martin. It seems someone is spreading these things."

Margaret took it and saw that it was printed entirely with Kazimierz script.

Ah, the official Ursus report, printed in Kazimierz script...

Who would believe there wasn't a conspiracy involved!

Margaret's lips twitched as she looked at the contents.

Then he silently handed the newspaper to Xia Yu.

Maria, who was standing nearby, also curiously leaned over.

Xia Yu took the newspaper and looked at it closely.

Good guy, I just call it good guy!

You guys really know how to seize any opportunity...

The report begins by praising Cyril Nearl, the hero of Qazimir, from the perspective of the Ursus people. He is the grandfather of Margaret and Maria.

The flowery language they used—the sun over the golden plains, gods descending to earth, one against a thousand…

Honestly, even the people of Kazimir wouldn't dare to exaggerate this much.

They even exaggerated the fact that their own army of several thousand men was directly defeated by Cyril Nearl's dozens of Silver Spear Pegasus soldiers, claiming that he alone had defeated an entire army group...

Xia Yu and Maria were completely dumbfounded.

Even if you're plotting something, there's no need to belittle yourself like this...

Oh? That army group belongs to the great nobles, while the official newspaper belongs to the emperor?

That's fine.

Ursus is characterized by its unique features.

The Ursus people must have some kind of conspiracy to do this.

After praising Cyril Nearl, the text then recounts the glorious deeds of the former ranger knight Manna Nearl, his thwarting of the Letanian invasion plot, and the great achievements of his elder brother, the eldest son of the Nearl family.

Even Margaret has a role.

After all that praise, sure enough, the true intentions were soon revealed.

The second half begins with a large, high-definition image, in which Xia Yu and the golden light shooting straight into the sky behind her are prominently featured.

Then, they repeated all the Xia language insults directed at Kazimierz, but deleted certain keywords, such as "I am not a Kazimierz."

Finally, here's a title: The last descendant of the Nearl family denounces Casimir.

Oh wow.

What could Xia Yu say? These people really know how to have fun.

"You should know what this means, right?"

Zofia looked at Xia Yu.

“Of course I know,” Xia Yu shrugged. “They’re trying to sow discord between me and the Kazimir government.”

"I also know that this is definitely just the first step, to stir up public opinion, and there will definitely be many more tricks to come."

“They would love for me to start fighting the Kazimierz government right now in the Great Knight Territory.”

"And it's not just Ursus who thinks this way."

227 Red Pine

Very normal.

After all, life isn't easy for anyone in Terra right now.

In Kazimierz, there is a conflict between the Supervisory Council and the Commercial Federation; the conflict between the Ursus Emperor and the nobles is intensifying; the Victorian throne remains undecided; several dukes are secretly vying for power; the lingering influence of the Letanian Witch King has not been eradicated; and Iberia is deeply mired in the aftermath of the Great Tranquility...

The seemingly peaceful Yan Kingdom also has its problems, except for Colombia, which I haven't had much contact with and am not so clear about.

As for other small countries, they have even more troubles, too many to count.

In such situations, many people would probably be happy to cause a little trouble for a neighbor.

After all, the less time your neighbors have to spare, the safer you are.

This will allow them to have more time to sort out their own family matters.

Ursus was just the most blatant one.

It's believed that spies from Letania and Victoria are already on their way to causing trouble.

After all, it's just a casual move. If it succeeds, the profits will be huge. Even if it doesn't, for those behind the scenes, it's just a loss of a few pieces.

Well, as for Iberia, their inquiries are truly too numerous to handle.

Otherwise, no matter how high or low the price, they would have to work hard to make it happen. Don't forget how glorious Iberia was during its golden age. People know all about these things.

Xia Yu said she had anticipated these provocations and would not refuse them.

LOL, does stirring up trouble really work when you've made all the necessary preparations?

Isn't this just giving myself an excuse?

After all, when doing things outside, one should act openly and honestly, and have a legitimate reason for doing so.

Once you've got leverage over these people, you'll have a perfectly legitimate reason to cause them trouble later.

For example, Rhodes Island is destined to make a trip to Victoria, whether it's Theresis or Vina, the island's push queen, both are reasons to go.