There are many ruthless bosses living in my territory

Some cold sweat gradually appeared on Liszt's forehead, and his hands on the table twitched nervously.

The conditions were too good to be true, and they were using Epsilon as a guarantee, which showed that Yuri had no intention of playing tricks.

But he was really afraid that there might be hidden dangers that he couldn't see under such generous conditions.

Ten seconds later, Lister took a deep breath and looked Yuri in the eyes.

"Mr. Yuri, please speak directly."

"Are you planning to deeply bind Maple Territory and Epsilon together?"

"Once I agree, all areas of Red Maple Territory will be completely dependent on Epsilon."

"Such a great favor is not a good thing for me and the territory."

True, it’s not all good.

Even if Epsilon always sticks to its promise and has no intention of harming Lister, the people of Red Maple Territory will be extremely curious about Epsilon's technology, and many people even hope to join Epsilon in the future.

This means that Lister's absolute prestige in the territory will be challenged, and even in the future, if he wants to implement important policies, he will need the cooperation of Epsilon.

It would be a disaster for those in power if all industries in a territory were deeply controlled by others.

Yuri smiled easily when he heard what Liszt said.

"Mr. Lister, you should know what Epsilon's full support means."

Liszt nodded cautiously.

Based on what Yuri had shown before, he could judge that Yuri was in the timeline during which he was lurking in Epsilon for two years.

Although Epsilon was not very powerful during its latent period, it owned large cities like Chicago and was able to mobilize some of the Soviet army's resources, not to mention Rashidi working for Epsilon.

Even though Epsilon is still in its weak period, its full support will bring about earth-shaking changes in the Red Maple Territory.

"This is a great opportunity for all the people in Red Maple Territory."

"And in these chaotic times for the United States of Ahmora, speed of development is extremely important."

"The only thing I sacrificed..."

Yuri leaned back in his chair in a relaxed manner, and the words he had not yet finished pierced deeply into Liszt's heart.

How could he not understand what Yuri meant.

As long as Epsilon kept his promise, the only thing he sacrificed was his absolute power as Overlord, and other than that everything would be better.

Yuri, is this your purpose?

It was slightly different from what Lister thought. Yuri's real purpose was indeed related to Lister.

But his aim was not to weaken Lister's power.

Generally speaking, when the economy and technology of a territory are all controlled by another larger territory, the lord of the small territory will be in a completely disadvantageous position facing the lord of the large territory, and a master-slave relationship will be formed.

But Maple Territory is different from Epsilon.

Even if Epsilon controls the economy and technology of Red Maple Territory, Lister possesses a power that Epsilon cannot ignore - Lister can turn the tables at any time and make all their investments in this world go down the drain.

Therefore, even if the situation becomes like this, the relationship between Lister and Yuri will still be an equal cooperative relationship.

But afterwards, Epsilon's power in the Red Maple Territory will be greatly enhanced.

This will be a thorn, a thorn that will penetrate deeply into the lord's heart.

What Yuri is doing now is to put this thorn on a scale with the development of Red Maple Territory and the happiness of its people, and let Lister choose which one is more important.

At this moment, Liszt felt cold sweat all over his body and his brain was working frantically.

He really couldn't see how the future would be different if he agreed or not.

If he doesn't agree, just as it is now, let Epsilon simply help Red Maple Territory with infrastructure, and the development of the territory will be achieved through the joint efforts of him and his subjects.

If he agrees, Epsilon will directly lead the Red Maple Territory to take off, but the price is that a large number of people in the territory will become close to Epsilon, and the development of the territory will be extremely dependent on Epsilon, and even his power will be limited.

Which side should I choose? Which side is better?

Just as Liszt was hesitating, Yuri's unique voice came into his ears.

"Mr. Liszt, you once talked to me about your ideal country."

"What exactly do you want?"

Liszt's heart suddenly shook, he raised his head and saw Yuri's expectant eyes.

Expectations? Was he seeing things?

Suddenly, Lister remembered what Yahiko had once asked him.

[Teacher Liszt, you told me the difference between the kingly way and the hegemonic way. So how to be a kingly ruler? Is it just to practice benevolent governance? If the kingly way is better than the hegemonic way, then why are most of the rulers you cited practicing the hegemonic way and using the method of fooling the people? ]

[Well... I have never been a leader of a country. I am just telling you the stories I know. I cannot answer your question very well.]

[The Kingly Way is close to the people, the Tyrant Way is ignorant of the people, the Kingly Way is decentralized, the Tyrant Way is centralized... It is difficult to become the Lord of the Kingly Way, because it has very high requirements for both the lord and the people. So which side to choose depends on the actual situation. 】

[Then, Mr. Liszt, what if we don’t talk about these differences and just talk about the situation of an ideal country? ]

[My ideal country... the lord only needs to do very little to govern the country well, and the people can be enlightened and truly regard themselves as the masters of the country. ]

【Then everyone will have relatively rich material conditions, can laugh from the bottom of their hearts every day, and people will live in harmony with little conflict. 】

[This alone is difficult. ]

[Yes, it is difficult, so just try it out. You have to do it first to know many things. Theory without practice is not enough.]

My ideal country...

When he thought of the people who gave up everything and were willing to follow him to open up wasteland on the border, Lister couldn't help but cover his eyes with his hands.

If I could guarantee their happiness...

"Mr. Yuri, I can promise you, but you must agree to the following requirements."

Liszt calmed down, raised his head and looked Yuri in the eye again.

"The people of Red Maple Territory have always lived in a backward era. Too fast a development will make their hearts unable to keep up."

"I think Epsilon knows this better than I do, so I hope you will take this into consideration when considering development."

"besides."

"Unless I deem them as extremely evil criminals, even enemies cannot be subjected to live experiments."

"Except in extremely special circumstances, the use of inhumane weapons such as poison gas and genetic weapons is strictly prohibited."

Yuri stroked his beard.

"Mr. Lister, if you want to live better in this chaotic world, or even unify the territory, you have to use some means."

"Do you think that in my world we Epsilon are the only ones using inhumane weapons?"

"The Allies and Soviets are just hiding..."

"I know!"

Liszt stood up, his voice booming.

"But I also think that the bottom line should not be easily broken, and the faith of the masses should not be broken."

Yuri was silent for a moment, then spoke again.

"That's something only the winner can say."

"Of course I know, so..."

There was sincerity in Liszt's eyes.

"I'm really grateful to have met you guys so that I don't have to break the line."

Yuri raised his head and looked at Liszt deeply, and for a moment he forgot what he wanted to say.

"Mr. Yuri, let's end this conversation here."

"I have agreed to in-depth cooperation, but a formal treaty needs to be drawn up."

"Please prepare it, sir."

Liszt turned around and was about to leave, but suddenly he stopped.

"Mr. Yuri, I once heard a saying."

"If you prosper with this, you will die with it."

This time, Liszt walked straight out of the room.

Yuri looked at his departing back, and three seconds later, the corners of his mouth raised.

"Are you actually here to remind me of the drawbacks of wantonly using mind control..."

"So green and young."

But he was satisfied, and even recalled the time long ago when he was still ignorant.

And after this communication, he was sure of one thing.

"Mr. Lister, your thoughts don't seem like something that this world can cultivate."

"The golden mean is obvious."

"A person from another world... I had doubts at first as to why you were chosen by the will of the world."

"It seems there is no need to doubt it anymore."

Yuri stood up, put his hands behind his back, and looked into the distance.

"Mr. Lister, your future may be deeply intertwined with the future of Epsilon."

"It seems that I have to adjust my plan. It would be a good idea to ask that person to come over."

Your shining heart can be our strength.

Chapter 75 Liszt Needs to Relax

When Liszt left Yuri's villa, he felt exhausted and weak all over.

too tired.

He really didn't want to trade or negotiate with those people with high IQs. He always felt frustrated as if his IQ was crushed.

He could sense that Yuri had some purpose, but he was unable to analyze it until the end and could only answer based on his heart.

Why are all the recruiters who come to the territory those powerful guys with low morals?

Can't the boss be more moral and willing to help him?

At this moment, a slightly indifferent female voice sounded.

"Liszt, why do you look so listless?"

Liszt looked in the direction of the voice and saw Muzan, who was dressed like a noble lady, sitting upright on a stone bench, with a kind of cold beauty.

The two looked at each other.

"It's okay. Thanks to you, my confidence is back."

click!

Wuzan felt like a string in his brain broke.

"Hey! Don't think I don't understand what you are saying?"

"I'm waiting for you here because I want to know what happened, not to make you feel superior!"

"Besides! I am no longer the same person I was before! Stop thinking of rude things without permission!"

"I'd be mad even if it was you!"

Liszt put one hand on his waist and said jokingly.

"What about in front of Madara?"

Well!

Muzan lowered his head and two fangs grew out.

Suddenly she seemed to think of something, slowly raised her head, and her red lips curved into a bright red color.