After rebirth, one gold coin bought the Elf Princess

It won’t be long before this place becomes fertile land suitable for human survival.

In fact, this place is suitable for human survival and was once the northern territory of the Hanseatic Kingdom.

It’s a pity that after falling into the hands of orcs, the fertile farmland was turned into a pasture.

When Roland literally solved the orc problem, he led his army south to join Aesop.

After Aesop learned of Roland's whereabouts, he personally led the Royal Guards out of the city a hundred miles to greet him.

The highest etiquette for welcoming the king is to go ten miles out of the city, and the highest etiquette for welcoming the emperor is thirty miles out of the city.

Going a hundred miles out of the city is clearly putting oneself in a lower position.

Roland was very satisfied when he saw King Aesop, who was aware of the overall situation.

The Hanseatic Kingdom was an important node on the trade route and had to remain stable.

If Aesop had known the times, he would have supported the Hanseatic Kingdom in returning to its former glory.

If Aesop has no self-awareness, then we have to consider whether to change people.

Fortunately, Aesop, who was well versed in astrology, made the right choice.

Roland dismounted and walked towards Aesop.

Since Aesop knew the general situation, he would give the other party enough face.

Aesop expressed his obedience by going out of the city a hundred miles to greet him, and he expressed his recognition of Aesop by dismounting in advance.

When the two were several meters apart, Roland's hearty voice echoed across the field.

"Your Majesty Aesop, long time no see."

"Your Majesty, Aesop, welcomes you!"

Aesop bowed respectfully to Roland.

Roland was stunned, the Hansa guards who came to greet him were stunned, and the elven guards who were protecting Roland were also a little confused.

What does "Chen Aesop" mean?

Does he represent an individual or the entire Hanseatic Kingdom?

Roland stopped and did not accept Aesop's respect. Instead, he lowered his voice and asked:

"Your Majesty Aesop, please be careful with your words. We are of the same race, and we are both kings, so we are equal."

Roland himself didn't believe this, and Aesop certainly didn't believe it either.

There were also differences among kings.

The Kingdom of Oro has the potential to become a half-step empire, and Roland's strength and prestige are no different from that of an emperor. The only reason he doesn't claim to be an emperor is because he has bigger goals.

If Aesop put himself on an equal footing with Roland and Lily, that would be a bit foolish, like "who is greater, Yelang or Han?"

Of course, he could lower his posture, but Roland would not go along with it and step on the net.

As a hero of the human race, of course you have to pay attention to your image and never bully your compatriots.

Facing Roland's doubts, Aesop took two steps forward, stood opposite him, and explained respectfully with his hands hanging naturally:

"Your Majesty Roland, without your and the Oro Kingdom's rescue, the Hansa Kingdom's ten thousand years of history would have vanished. I dare not be on an equal footing with you and Your Majesty Lily."

"That's not necessary. If you want to express your gratitude, it's easy. Just be my loyal ally and serve as a transit point for the upcoming restart of the trade route."

Roland patted Aesop's shoulder and said with a smile: "Aesop, worldly power has no meaning to me anymore. There is no need to do this."

"Don't worry, I will help your country recover its former territory and rebuild its former glory. I have always been generous to my allies."

His original intention was to tell Aesop that as long as he fulfilled his obligations as an ally, he would never abandon him.

"Does His Majesty Roland dislike my Hansa Kingdom?"

However, Aesop did not accept Roland's kindness, and even insisted stubbornly: "Your Majesty, please accept the loyalty of the Hansa Kingdom and me!"

"What are you..."

Roland understood what Aesop meant, but he was still a little surprised.

If it had been merged under his command, wouldn't the Hanseatic Kingdom have perished as well?

Seeing that Roland neither refused nor accepted, Aesop said seriously: "The Hansa Kingdom will not perish. I believe that Your Majesty will become the emperor of a superpower sooner or later, and then the Hansa Kingdom can be rebuilt."

A super empire is a super entity formed by several empires and countless kingdoms. The crown belongs exclusively to the emperor, but the glory of the crown can be shared with the kings under him.

If the Hanseatic Kingdom submits to Roland, it will have to give up its diplomatic and military autonomy, but it will also gain a safe space for development and the overall support of the imperial center.

This is a wise decision but not an easy one.

The Hansa Kingdom was not the first kingdom to be incorporated into Roland's name, but it was the first kingdom to join it voluntarily as a free person.

Roland's eyes lit up, he nodded, and said loudly:

"The Hansa Kingdom will become more prosperous because of this decision."

"Believe me, this day won't be too far away!"

Volume 227: City of Freedom: Chapter Who desires peace the most?

The Hansa city is a sea of ​​joy tonight.

Although many survivors lost their loved ones and friends in the war, and many were left with indelible scars, the scourge of orcs that had hung over their heads for a hundred years was finally averted.

It is better to build on the ruins than to have a sword pointed at your chest every day.

The Hansa people had no time to grieve in the foreseeable future; they had much to do.

The reconstruction work in the orc-occupied areas, the liquidation of Han (Sa) traitors, and the most important infrastructure construction work.

The Hanseatic Kingdom is located at a strategic transportation hub, and except for the fortified city of Hanseatic, it is basically an easy-to-attack but difficult-to-defend place.

There have been more than fifty large-scale wars here throughout the ages, making it a battleground for military strategists.

This kind of place where there have been many battles can only be defended by a brave ruler.

The Hansa Kingdom has nothing to do with the Lord, but they can rely on the Lord.

After learning that King Aesop would rather give up the throne than cling to Roland's big legs, people all over the country burst into tears.

Of course, they were not crying because Mr. Aesop lost his throne. They were crying because His Majesty the King was so noble and upright that he put the interests of the public above his own.

His Majesty Aesop only lost his throne, but we ordinary people gained a good life.

In fact, Aesop didn't even lose his throne.

Roland was rebellious by nature. Anyone who dared to steal his things would be killed. But he felt embarrassed that Aesop was so polite.

After careful consideration, Roland still allowed Aesop to retain the crown of the Hanseatic Kingdom.

The Hanseatic Kingdom gave up its diplomatic, military and other national powers in exchange for Roland's full support in infrastructure and security.

Simply put, it is a vassal state.

Mr. Aesop, please humble yourself. You should help the person up politely and brush the dust off his knees instead of stepping on him directly.

Otherwise, who will follow you in the future?

Face is given to each other. The lower Aesop's attitude is, the greater Roland's vision is.

A few days after the celebration banquet, a free trade agreement jointly signed by the kingdoms of Gracia, Lorca, Lower Sarsen, Hansa, and Oro was made public.

The agreement aims to eliminate trade barriers and bring commercial prosperity to all contracting parties through commercial exchanges.

It is not easy to eliminate trade barriers in a feudal country, after all, local lords have absolute power in their own territories.

The wind can come in, the rain can come in, but the king cannot come in. This is not a joke.

But the situations in these countries are rather special, as the kings have completely crushed the local lords.

Needless to say, Roland's three kingdoms have lords who are very supportive of him.

Most of the local lords of the Hansa Kingdom betrayed the Han (Sa) Kingdom during the orc disaster, and what awaits them will be a ruthless reckoning.

After the liquidation is completed, the Hanseatic Kingdom will become an extremely rare country with the central government controlling more than 90% of the territory.

Aesop was even planning to change the state system and adopt the path of a commercial republic.

The nobles had been cleared out by the orcs, the country's policies were smooth, and Roland was in charge of foreign affairs and national defense. This was a godsend opportunity to develop business.

Queen Lily of the Oro Kingdom had a poor grasp of the country, but Roland helped her make up for her shortcomings.

As the guardian of Oro, he represents the ancestor of the sacred tree and his words carry a lot of weight.

After the trade agreement was concluded, although we were reluctant to leave, it was still time to say goodbye.

The three kings stood on the top floor of the Hansa Marina Lighthouse, imagining the future and talking about everything, which brought the party to a perfect end.

After sending you thousands of miles away, we must finally say goodbye. Roland must go home after all.

Lily watched Roland leave, feeling disappointed but unable to express herself.

She bit her rosy lips and made a secret decision in her heart.

The first thing to do when I get back is to put some pressure on the magicians and urge them to complete the construction of the magic teleportation array as soon as possible.

Next time Roland comes, she won't have to work so hard. She can just use the teleportation array and arrive in five minutes, which is faster than walking from the front hall to the back garden after work.

As long as the magic teleportation array is completed, Roland can visit his sister often.

She is really the best sister and has considered everything for her sister.

King Aesop, who came out with Queen Lily to see her off, glanced at Lily's reluctant look and tried hard to hold back his laughter.

If Majesty Lily's eyes were innocent, he would dig out his eyeballs and hang them on the lighthouse.

This look is very much like that of a young wife who is reluctant to see her husband off when he goes out for business.

but……

Wait, it seems that His Majesty Roland’s marriage to the Kingdom of Oro is with the Queen’s sister?

I'm not sure. No, I have to go back and deduce it to confirm its truth.

Roland didn't know that someone was gazing at him lovingly from behind, and someone was burning with gossip behind him.

He walked in a hurry.

He really misses home.

It has been almost a year since Feng Ling and Sandra were hung on the tree, and Janice has been in the country for several months. He really missed them.

The Guards advanced quickly, but Roland's heart flew back even faster.

He had one last thing to do on the way, which was to defeat the independent small lord who had helped the orcs pass through when the goblins invaded.

If these people only acted as guides, they might not die. After all, Roland was also very busy.

But they happened to be blocked on the trade route opened by Roland.

That's a bit rude.

Roland's five thousand guards lost less than three hundred in the battle and still maintained strong combat effectiveness.

How could these independent little dukes and earls along the way withstand this group of fierce and powerful troops?

The first duke who passed by was still hesitating whether to resist when he was shot dead by Melanis with a cloud-piercing arrow three kilometers away.

Death, opening of the city, surrender.

After learning the results of the battle, the other small lords considerately skipped the first step, opened the city to surrender, and joined the Kingdom of Gracia.

The army passed through two duchies and four earls at almost a normal marching speed.

The only thing consumed, apart from the food for the people and the horses, was the arrow shot by Melanis.

The army returned to Gracia about half a year after it set out.

When I left, the leaves were lush and green, and when I returned...

Still lush green leaves.

Gracia was once a land favored by the gods, and now with the World Tree sitting in the city to provide support, how could it be possible for it to experience the bleakness of falling leaves in the autumn wind?

Janice led civil and military officials and a guard of honor to welcome them thirty miles outside the city.

This is the ceremony to welcome the emperor.