Realm of Power

"This is the document you are going to submit to the deacon meeting tomorrow. Take a look at it and tell me if there is anything that needs to be changed." The fat man stood by the window with his hands behind his back, looking out the window at the orderly streets of the city and the shops on both sides. The door has been opened, and in the distance the harbor is lined with white snow, and densely packed ships are docked in a row, like a pleasing arc.

Sokutus Stellan took the document respectfully, glanced over it, and her pretty face was unexpectedly stunned. "Your Majesty wants the Business Alliance to set up a branch in Central Asia? And it is also the highest-level first-level branch? Does your Majesty want it?" Expand this trade route? "

"That's right!" The fat man turned around from the window and nodded.

Sokutus Stellan hesitated for a moment and said cautiously, "Although the trade between the empire and the Central Bia region has increased a lot recently, the long journey and the unknown dangers after entering the Central Bia region have made most merchants reluctant to do so." It was so daunting that only a small number of merchants, no more than a hundred people, controlled this trade route. The scale is at most the lowest fourth-level branch. Among the business alliance branch levels, the highest-level branch means that the trade tax collected is the lowest. The first-level branch area must have the smallest number of merchants. More than two thousand people, to set up a first-level branch just for a mere hundred people, I’m afraid the business alliance’s deacons won’t agree!”

"Give this to them, they will agree!" The fat man took out a document and handed it to Sokutus Stellan. "This is the agreement that the empire just signed with the Long family of the Zhongbia Empire. From now on, the Zhongbia Empire will The door to the west of China has been opened. I believe that as long as this news spreads, the Chamber of Commerce heading to the Central and Asian regions will soon break through you. According to my expectations, the reason why the Business Alliance sets up a first-level branch to give these merchants the greatest discount is because the empire needs to make this trade route completely prosperous in the shortest possible time. This is also the task I came to you for. Use all means possible to establish this trade route in the shortest possible time and reach the scale of a first-level branch."

"Is it the Long family in the western part of Central Asia?" Sokutus Dailan's eyes lit up and she said in a serious voice. "The Long family in the western part of Central Asia can definitely be regarded as a powerful force in the west. If the empire really reaches an agreement with the Long family, After signing the agreement, my subordinates are willing to give it a try, and I believe that some of the deacons will be interested in this trade route. If more deacons can help, this mission may not be completed, but I don’t know, Your Majesty! When you say "as soon as possible," do you mean how long? "

"It's best within two to three months. As for the other deacons, you can tell them that this is what the emperor means." The fat man was silent for a moment and took a deep breath. , which changed the whole situation. The grassland people are famous for being good at fighting. What they lack is just weapons and armor. Now that the countless wealth and strategic materials of the Central Asian Imperial Capital have fallen into their hands, it may not be possible to see anything in a short time, but Wait until the internal disputes in the East Courtyard Landing. This man-hungry beast will become difficult to suppress, just like the golden empire in the past, when the prairie wolves were unified under one wolf, and when hundreds of thousands of rushing prairie cavalry began to launch conquests and expansion. , in this era, it was definitely a disaster that swept across the two continents. The reason why the empire spent so much effort and invested countless manpower and material resources to build the northern wilderness into a defense line that extended thousands of miles in depth was to guard against this.

"Your Majesty is worried that Central Asia will become a gap for the grassland people to break into. That's why you ask for the establishment of this trade route as soon as possible?" Sokutus Dailan's face changed.

"Yes, if the Zhongbia Empire is penetrated by the Dongting people. Once the grassland army enters the Zhongbia Empire area, then all the efforts the empire has spent in the northern wilderness will disappear like water." The fat man curled his lips slightly and said in a tone of voice. He said categorically, "The grassland army can completely invade from the Central Biya Empire." In the empire area, if the empire does not want to rush into the war when the time comes, it must seize the time to build a trade road sufficient to transport supplies and build a military barrier in this possible gap. The army will also gradually pour into this area. Forming a pincer defense on the north and south lines with the emperor in the northern wilderness,

"Before that, the empire needs to support a local force in Central Asia as a barrier. The Long Family of the Western Army is undoubtedly the best choice. One of the two armies of the Central Asia Empire, it has been entangled with the Gallic Empire for decades. The combat power of the Western Army of the Central Bian Empire has never deteriorated. On the contrary, in the battle for Seattle, it severely defeated the sneak attack of the Gallic Empire's 100,000 troops. It is considered to be one of the few troops of the Central Bian Empire that can catch my eye."

"Furthermore, the Long family has occupied the western gate of Zhongbia for decades. As long as the Long family agrees, the trend of the Imperial Chamber of Commerce entering the hinterland of the Zhongbia Empire will be unstoppable. As long as the power of these imperial chambers of commerce feels that this trade route can be profitable, it will inevitably We will do our best to pay for it. When the time comes, the materials needed for various wars can be easily transported through the power of the Chamber of Commerce.

"Yes, I understand, I will go all out on this matter!"

There was a trace of solemnity on Sokutus Stellan's face that could not be concealed. If what His Majesty Falcon said is true, then this trade route is related to the future of the empire, but this task is also very difficult. The trade routes between China and Bibia need to pass through the vast wilderness, as well as mountainous swamps with limited terrain, so trade routes need to be established. , it is necessary to build cargo terminals, trade wars, supply points, and roads along the way. The difficulty is as incredible as trying to expand a narrow trail into a wide road that can run side by side for four horses in just two or three months. , and thinking of his current status in the business alliance, Sokutus Stellan's face turned a little gloomy.

As the most special member of the Business Alliance's deacons, taking the place of the Empire in Lisbonto, the southern sea trade center, logically speaking, it can be said to be enviable. However, since the Empire's Ministry of Foreign Affairs took over Lisbonto, Turitko Lin relied on her long-sleeved skills to face the business alliance. Things escalated, and the Business Alliance management was even called to a meeting in the name of the Imperial Ministry of Foreign Affairs. A rumor spread within the Business Alliance that the Thirteenth Steward Sokutus Stellan, who represented the Empire, had lost power. , no matter how strong the military is, it cannot be stronger than a real princess.

Sokoto Stellan remained silent on these rumors, but Princess Corinne's influence spread too quickly, and it didn't take long. Two deacons in the Business Alliance blatantly stated that the Deacon Council needs to be reformed. "The Business Alliance is the empire's business alliance, and the empire has no right to interfere in the affairs of the Business Alliance." Their intention is to remove the Thirteenth Deacon who is stuck in their throats. The position was cancelled, and just when everyone thought that Sokutus Stellan, a cold and arrogant woman, had run out of strength, news like a bolt from the blue came from within the empire. The emperor ordered the establishment of Carlo as the Imperial Xia Jing, and the Imperial Ministry of Foreign Affairs moved the Xia Jing. This noisy farce came to an abrupt end.

"No way. Why is the Imperial Ministry of Foreign Affairs moving to Carlo at this time? There are obviously only a few days left before the deacons' meeting is held."

"Damn it. This woman's luck is so good that she can escape even like this."

"What if the princess comes to attend the meeting?"

"Then this woman can get out of here!" There was a lot of discussion within the business alliance, and they said anything. It was really because this thing was so unbelievable, like a carriage that was about to overturn when it was speeding up a steep cliff. After bumping into an inconspicuous stone, she turned back to a safe zone. A few days before the deacons meeting, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs was ordered to move. The glamorous Princess Colleen left in a hurry. It seemed that she didn't even bring much daily luggage. Except for a few deacons who expressed doubts about this matter, most others believed that it was due to normal transfers. The Xia Jing Empire is under construction, and it is normal to ask the nearest Princess Colleen to come and take charge. No one would think so. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, one of the top three most powerful departments in the empire, and a powerful imperial princess, would be moved to the remote Carlo because of a woman. However, after this turmoil, the reputation of the Thirteenth Deacon Sokutus Stellan has greatly increased. fell, and he was reclusive during this period. His influence has almost completely disappeared, almost making people suspect that he has been kicked out of the Business Alliance Executive Meeting.

"I know you have suffered a lot of grievances some time ago. If there is anything you don't like, just take this opportunity to get rid of it. Imperial will fully cooperate! Colleen caused you trouble when she was here!" Sokutu Stellan felt a gentle big hand touch her face, it was so warm that it seemed like it could melt a person's heart.

"Your Majesty, there is no need to say that. I am His Majesty's man. All I have to do is be loyal to Your Majesty. I have not considered anything else!" Sokutus Stellan turned away, the corners of his eyes were red, and his voice trembled slightly. Kutu Stellan took the document and went to bed in a trance. She didn't even know how she left the carriage. Inside the carriage, she took a deep breath of air-conditioning, opened the document in her hand again, glanced at it, closed it tightly, and let out a series of laughter like silver bells, "This time , I’m afraid it will really turn upside down!”

The next morning, at 8:40, a dark red carriage that had been silent in everyone's hearts for more than a month appeared at the location of the Deacons' Meeting, the Lisbonto Business Alliance Headquarters. Due to the important meeting, the door leading to the headquarters was closed. On both sides of the steps are light cyan flowers that are hard to see in winter. Under the morning light, a beautiful figure gets off the carriage. Her enchanting and slender figure is like a beautiful creature when the world first opened. Its body shape and lines are beyond compare. Picky points. At this moment, like an elegant lily, bathed in the mist of cold winter, under the eyes of everyone with various emotions, Sokutus Dailan walked up the steps in front of her with a leisurely expression, and her thin and long eyes were even more prominent. Showing the charm in indifference

"Why is she here?"

The business alliance staff in the hall fell silent for a moment. They looked at the beautiful and attractive figure walking into the hall and looked at each other with great understanding.

"I didn't remember sending a notice to this woman!" someone muttered in a low voice.

"This woman's good days are not far away! She is probably just reminiscing about her last glory." Many people thought maliciously, how long can this woman who is like a nightmare weighing on the head of the business alliance maintain her leisurely look? Five minutes? Ten minutes? When the door of the meeting is opened, she will collapse. I heard that the first resolution of this meeting is to abolish the existence of the thirteenth deacon. Victory is imminent. There are still a few minutes left. The resolution should be passed at this moment. The era of this woman is over! She has lost her most powerful support and has no means to maintain her authority. After this meeting, this woman will become a synonym for history, or a symbolic figure of a certain historical event. Of course, a tragic figure. Unfortunately, such a beauty should not be involved in such a power struggle between men.

Sokutusdalan walked up the steps leading to the conference hall, completely ignoring the strange looks and discussions in the whole hall. She just tightened her hand on the document. Others also felt that something was wrong. The woman looked so confident, not like she was about to step down. A commotion spread throughout the hall.

"Is there something wrong? It is said that this woman had the same expression in the last Kang blackmail incident." Someone hesitated and said

"Damn it, no matter what, we should report it immediately!" Some people have already started running. The conference hall is on the third floor. The meeting started at 8:30, which means that it started without this woman's presence. If it was in the past, it would be absolutely unimaginable, but this time, after experiencing such a storm, it seems that everyone thinks that Her Royal Highness the Princess is a big tree that is enough to resist the power behind this woman, so they automatically ignore this problem. Everyone thinks that this woman will not appear, but now, she appears. If it is not a farce, then it is really a big deal!

Pushing open the door of the conference hall, the twelve business alliance deacons who were enough to shock the entire business community outside greeted respectfully. Sokutus Dailan walked to her usual position. The long table where the twelve deacons sat face to face had a single seat at the top, which was the thirteenth deacon's position, the judge! But today, it was empty.

"Am I in the wrong place? Or do I have no seat?"

"Don't get me wrong, Miss Dailan. Have you forgotten that Deacon He Ruile's affairs are still being handled by you? So we temporarily put your position in He Ruile's position..." Anduin Fei, who was in charge of the jewelry trade, said hurriedly, wiping the sweat from his forehead with his hand. The woman's sudden attack disrupted the entire meeting, but he was also a businessman praised by the Princess Palace. Do he still need to be afraid of you?

"He Ruile is He Ruile's, and mine is mine. If Lord Anduinfi thinks it's okay to mix them up, I don't mind letting anyone from the first floor below sit in your seat!" Sokutusdalan turned around, and her eyes swept across the faces of all the deacons. Her cold voice lowered the temperature of the entire conference room by several degrees, and the atmosphere was overwhelming.

It was almost over, but the computer suddenly crashed, and more than 2,000 words were lost. I almost vomited because I rushed to finish it (to be continued)

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