People in Terra, governing a bizarre little country

“Some people always turn a blind eye to suffering in order to maintain their morality and dignity, so we will put suffering in front of them.”

Vina was slightly taken aback, but then she understood:

Are you planning to apply pressure?

Ernst nodded, then shook his head:

"However, the proposal for the establishment of the Sarkaz state needs a catalyst."

Ernst intended to use the special military operation at Lentinium as a starting point, because war would inevitably create refugees, and the same situation as it would occur at that time.

However, the vast majority of the refugees who appeared at that time were from Victoria.

Why? Because the Sarkaz of Lontinem shouldn't survive.

Using the example of "Victorian refugees displaced after a war with Sarkaz radicals instigated by conspirators" as a starting point to advance the proposal to promote the establishment of a moderate Sarkaz state, normalize Kazdel, and reduce Sarkaz aggression is indeed a good approach.

But to be honest, this plan is always lacking a "control group".

If the show only depicts the suffering Victorians, people will only find the Sarkaz hateful, and it would be only natural to want to exterminate them.

But in war, it is never just the civilians who suffer: the people of the other side.

Led by Theresis, the extreme militarists of the Sarkaz also swayed ordinary Sarkaz. Many Sarkaz, hearing slogans like "For Kazdel's tomorrow!" "For our children!" "For a future where a Sarkaz can stand in the sunlight!", took to the battlefield.

They made this choice, hurting others, so they should be prepared to be killed.

But their families, the people they are trying to protect, those "tomorrows," "hopes," and "futures"—their plight is just like Victoria's.

Ernst had heard Safar recount the ancient conflicts between the Protoss, the First Men, the Sarkaz, and Kazdel from countless millennia ago. At this point, discussing who was right and who was wrong was pointless; it was all in the past. No matter how much you argued, you couldn't change the decisions made by the Outcasts and the Protoss overlords, nor could you exterminate the Sarkaz or the people of Terra.

What Ernst wanted to show the nations was the present, the bloody reality.

They are refugees who have lost their homes in Victoria, refugees who have never had a home in Sarkaz, and a future full of possibilities that they can unlock with the flick of a finger.

This future can only occur when both sides have been severely hurt, so badly hurt that they can no longer think about hatred and can only lick their wounds.

Just like the Treaty of Westphalia at the end of the Thirty Years' War, neither the Catholic League nor the Protestant League won, so the people finally gained the right to choose their religion.

The right to freedom.

Ernst couldn't help but laugh at the thought. He never imagined that one day he would have to come to such a ridiculous conclusion—that you can only be free by standing on the rubble.

But he had already mentally prepared himself.

Once you've made your choice, you have to bear the consequences.

What's there to be afraid of when you're under pressure? We're all in Terra now, everyone's a pressure cooker, right?

At least, he was one of the few, very few, who could look at the Sarkaz and Terran issues from the perspective of a third-party observer, without prejudice.

If he doesn't do this, perhaps in the future, when the tide of the times finally sweeps over this area, someone will propose it, promote it, and implement it.

But Ernst didn't want to wait until that day.

Just as he said in response to Jeragand's question at the Trial of the Holy Stone.

There is no such thing as success that doesn't have to be mine.

Success must be achieved by me. If I do it now, future generations won't have to do it again, won't have to go through my troubles. If I don't do it now and wait for future generations to do it, then...

I can't see it, I'm worried!

This is inherent in the Chinese character. Kissinger said, "The Chinese are always well protected by the strongest among them."

Ernst does not deny this assertion; he can proudly say, "In my past life, I was well protected by the strong among us!"

He was grateful to those guardians, and for that reason, since he was fortunate enough to be among the strong in this life, he had to take on this cycle! Even if no one asked him to, the depths of his soul and the underlying culture still spoke to him, and this was what he should do!

Ernst took a deep breath, looked at the assembled crowd, met their worried, concerned, or gently comforting gazes, and nodded heavily:

"So be it."

"The meeting is dismissed!"

Chapter 543 The First Royal Court Meeting in Sherag

Shelag, Tukarim, Sakaz Residents' Committee.

The land of demons in Sherag has become even more lively after the addition of the Cyclops and Banshee, two legitimate royal courts.

Elchi, the fourth representative of the Cyclops Royal Court, brought back the opinion of the four royal courts. They agreed with Ernst's request: "Since Ernst wants us to join the residents' committee, we will certainly obey this order."

Despite Ernst's repeated emphasis that this was not an order, and that he had no right to command the Cyclops to do anything.

But the Cyclops Royal Court didn't care. That's what they called it. If Ernst wasn't satisfied, they would immediately change their wording without any psychological pressure.

The only one left to worry about was Ernst, who knew there was nothing he could do about it.

Changing mindsets is not something that can be done overnight; it must be done step by step. Compared to other Sarkaz courts, the Cyclops are much more closed and conservative. They have lived deep in the Sami Icefield for many years. In such a place, let alone distinguishing the political systems of the Victorian Empire and the Colombian Federation, their unified order is only possible because the royal court system established by Quiron has lasted for a relatively long time.

Change will begin slowly, until it takes hold at a certain stage. Ernst is not impatient. Most of the Sarkaz are very smart, and he knows that day will come soon.

Perhaps due to the current Banshee ruler Logos, the Banshee Kingdom appears much more open.

Logos' mother, Lamaren, was passionate about learning about everything her son had experienced. To that end, she even organized a chair-sliding competition in the Siren Valley!

Of course, she won; like mother, like son! She considered herself quite talented in this area!

During her time in Sherag, she discovered a whole new hobby – square dancing!

The banshee race, whose full name is the Banshee of Death, has always been a lifeless race. Even though the modern banshees are much more lively and cheerful than in the past, causing a powerful figure like the Blood Demon Lord to exclaim that this was outrageous! But Lamaren is still not satisfied with this.

"The royal court must keep pace with the times, be full of vitality, and provide children with a good, comfortable living environment that doesn't fall behind the times!" - by renowned parenting expert Lamarlene.

Square dancing is clearly a good way to release energy.

Dancing to the rhythm of classical music that is different from elegant and sophisticated music but out of touch with the times can be a way to relax and enjoy yourself.

7. The most important thing is vitality, vitality!

“You’re right, aren’t you, Aphrodite?”

"Mother, Mother, I..."

Seeing his mother, who had somehow appeared and whose reasons for appearing were unclear, enthusiastically introducing herself, Aifanier's expression twitched.

Especially when faced with his mother's expectant expression, Aifanier almost broke out in a cold sweat, barely managing to squeeze out a perfunctory reply:

“Mother, I believe that every word and phrase should have its own meaning, and your actions do not need my vulgar praise as embellishment.”

Lamarle nodded with a beaming smile, reached out and hugged Logos, ruffling his hair:

"Oh dear, Aifanil has grown up too. I'm not asking you to praise me with spells, I'm just evaluating the family's determination and achievements in pursuing new things. How could it be a waste?"

Looking for new things? The moment I met you in Shelag, I was almost overwhelmed by the novelty!

Ayfanier never imagined that he would one day become a conservative.

But when Ramalen dragged him away from Rhodes Island late at night, leaving him completely bewildered, and he arrived at the Jeragund Grand Plaza, accompanied by that strange music, and they started dancing a bizarre dance that was neither modern tango nor court jazz, his face flushed red, and he really wanted to utter a classic conservative line:

"This is an insult to civility! What kind of behavior is this!"

Unfortunately, I can't vomit it up.

Let's not talk about who's better or worse at magic, like Lamaren or him. What kind of good child mocks their mother's hobby?

Besides, Ramallian's expression while dancing with Logos was one of genuine happiness. Although it's hard to say whether square dancing or dancing with her son made up a larger part of it, Logos was also happy to see his mother find some of her own "hobbies".

It's much better than rehearsing funeral chorus every day in the Siren Valley.

"So, Aifanil thinks Mom danced well?"

""

How about you rehearse the choir instead?

I really don't want to answer this question! My conscience will hurt!

Fortunately, Nasti, the one who started it all, finally arrived in time, preventing her son Aifanil from continuing to be disqualified as a son.

She pulled out her credentials from her time studying in Colombia and praised them, saying:

"Lady Ramallen's dance steps are very beautiful. Every move she makes is natural and graceful, with a charm that seems to have come from the legend of Sherag."

In the legend of Yishelag, the only thing that can be associated with demons and devils is the Mountain Snow Demon.

The only function of the Listening Mountain Snow Demon is to stop children from crying at night.

In other words, Ramalen's dance steps seem to have stepped out of the history of Sherag. Every step is imbued with the rich historical and cultural heritage of Sherag. She has opened up a new track and iterated a new approach in the field of square dancing, stepping into a brand new blue ocean territory that no one has ever set foot in before. She is a pioneer, a discoverer, and an entrepreneur. She has successfully combined the Sarkaz banshee tribe with the long-standing myths and legends of Sherag, and is bound to bring an unprecedented trendy experience to all Sherag people!

Cyra Marlene was clearly pleased, smiling and nodding, then ruffled Aifanier's hair and whispered:

"Come to Mom's tonight, I brought you lots and lots of new clothes your aunts made for you!"

Jiu Ai Fanier's expression, which had just relaxed, froze again. He looked at Lamaren, his slightly open mouth moving as if the question was about to be asked.

Lamarle nodded:

"They're all pretty little dresses!"

"Ho-"

6logos peacefully closed its eyes, nestled in Ramallian's arms, and drifted into a baby-like sleep.

Ah, Dr. Kal'tsit, I have come to follow you. I have truly felt your pain, your helplessness, and your powerlessness.

Logos, an elite operator from Rhodes Island, has requested assistance from you. Please respond to my rescue request and dispatch a medical team to bring me back to Rhodes Island now.

"Oh dear, this child is really tired."

Supporting Logos, who had collapsed into her arms, Ramalen's face showed a mixture of affection and helplessness.

"She actually fell asleep right in her mother's arms. Shouldn't she be a little more vigilant? I've heard that shapeshifters are also in Sherag."

"You don't need to worry about that. We have no interest in pretending to be banshees."

The shapeshifter's voice appeared like a ghost behind Ramalen, emanating from a young man who at first glance bore a striking resemblance to the lich Emengard, tinged with a hint of schadenfreude.

"We also have no interest in experiencing the banshee's death embrace."

"I also have principles; you can't experience it even if you want to."

Ramallen rolled her eyes. She sensed an inexplicable wariness from the group of shapeshifters, but didn't pay it much mind. Instead, she snapped back to reality and glanced around the conference room.

"It seems that almost everyone has arrived."

Elchi represented the Cyclops Court, the Shapeshifters Court represented the Shapeshifters' Cluster, the Lich Court represented Emengard, and she, the Banshee Court's representative—Ramaren. Apart from Balrog Safar, who was too ancient and too busy to attend, everyone present, if not all old acquaintances, had at least met each other once before.

Most importantly, those gathered here are people who truly represent the will of the Sarkaz royal court.

Ordinary Sarkaz like Mudrock and Hedre, although they have some royal blood, ultimately do not represent the will of a royal court and therefore are not qualified to attend.

Nastya didn't actually have one, but Ramalyn allowed her to participate.

Since it was in Shelag, it wouldn't be good for Wang Jiuting to have a conspiracy, so it was still necessary to have one or four "Enster's men" listening in.

The best choice for the observer was Hadley, but unfortunately Hadley, the “head of the Sarkaz Residents’ Committee”, was currently meeting with Ernst at the Sarkaz government. The Royal Court had no choice but to settle for second best and chose Nasti, the Sarkaz member with the best and deepest relationship with Ernst, as the observer.

The purpose of these Sarkaz power holders gathering here is quite simple.

"My lords, what are your thoughts on those Sarkaz gathered around Kherag?"

Elchi spoke first. She and Emengard were the youngest in terms of seniority, but since they represented the will of the royal court, they didn't need to follow the rule of elders speaking first.

Emengard shrugged nonchalantly:

"Unfortunately, I haven't received any instructions from the clan leader. I suppose I'll just stand by and do nothing?"

When the Lich King's court encounters trouble, their first choice is naturally to protect themselves. Everyone knows that these bookworms cherish their own lives the most, so their indifference is not surprising.

However, Emengard added:

"However, before the patriarch sent me here, he gave me the order to [ensure the research on the Balrog]. So what he meant was that the lich's position was passive."

This is a very simple principle: the lich wants to study the Balrog and explore the history of the Sarkaz. The Balrog is currently staying in Seraphim. If the refugees from the outside world affect Seraphim, both the Balrog and its research will definitely be affected, and then the lich will take action.

"They won't proactively respond to refugees from the outside world, but they also won't tolerate the Sarkaz influencing them. That's certainly the Lich's style."

Lamaren nodded and looked at the Cyclops Elchi:

Where is the Cyclops?

"The Cyclops obeys Ernst Shivaesh's orders."

Sierra Marlene raised an eyebrow: "You can't just say things like 'follow orders' carelessly. Let me confirm again."

"The Cyclops obeys Ernst Shivaesh's orders."