The news that Tistrot had Vanilla bring was very simple.
He, or rather, the Ryan Empire, wanted to participate in the development of the west.
According to Fiona's idea, the development of the west involved a wide range of people and industries. If the plan was done well, the Irus Empire's overall strength would increase by leaps and bounds during the development of the west.
They could see the benefits, and so could Oscar. Although Tistrot's reaction was a bit slow, he was not stupid and naturally understood that this was an opportunity.
However, there was still a big problem, and that was that the development of the west was an internal matter of the Irus Empire.
Although the Datang Chamber of Commerce's tentacles had spread throughout the Prandal, the Ryan Empire and the Ronitte Kingdom were still independent of the Irus Empire. They had never made up their minds to take the initiative to integrate with the Irus Empire. This was easy to understand. If it were any other country's leader, they would definitely not make such a concession. Otherwise, there would not be so many small sovereign countries on Earth.
Whether or not the Ryan Empire and the Ronitte Kingdom were allowed to participate in the development of the west depended on their thoughts behind the scenes.
After a moment of silence, Tang En said, "The Ronitte Kingdom's main goal should be the economic potential. The existing emerging markets have basically been monopolized by us, and a large part of the traditional markets have also been divided up by us. The Ronitte Kingdom no longer has enough space to operate, so they urgently need to open up a new market. The Gris region that has not been developed much is such an opportunity, so they will not let it go."
Fiona nodded and said slowly, "As for the Ryan Empire's intentions, we need to carefully consider them."
"The Ryan Empire is vast and sparsely populated, but because the land is barren, the pressure for survival is very high. Tistrot may want to take advantage of our immigration plan to transfer a part of the Ryan Empire's population to the Gris region to reduce the pressure on their country."
"The Gris area needs to be rebuilt, which will use a lot of labor and create a lot of jobs. The Ryan Empire is now trying to catch up with us and enter a civilized society. The first thing they need to solve is the problem of economic growth. So, from this perspective, they won't let go of this opportunity."
"Due to historical issues, the relationship between the orcs and humans has always been rather cold. However, the development plan in the west this time is a large-scale one that involves large-scale immigration and construction. If we can take advantage of this opportunity to let the orcs and humans work together and get paid, there might be a chance for the orcs to successfully integrate into society. In that case, the treatment of the Ryan Empire in Prandal will be greatly improved."
Tang En smiled and said, "It's not hard to guess. According to Testero's logic, the third point is probably the most important."
"Yes, this is also what we, or should I say you, want to achieve."
Fiona stared at the cup in front of her as if there was a secret in it. "So, theoretically speaking, it's absolutely impossible for you to refuse this. Or rather, even if he didn't mention it, you might've taken the initiative to talk to him about this proposal."
"I did have such an idea. What's wrong?"
"In that case, why did he bring it up specifically?"
Fiona asked Tang En back, "If he brought it up, he would be begging us. He would've lost the initiative and given it to us. If he waited for you to come to him and beg him, he would've gained more benefits. So, the question is, why did he do that?"
Tang En shrugged. "Because he doesn't know how to resist our development, right?"
"That seems to be the most likely answer, but …"
Fiona shook her head. "I think he's worried about something. That's why he's willing to give up the initiative and ask us to bring the Ryan Empire along."
Worried? Worried about what?
Tang En was stunned for a while. Suddenly, he had a flash of inspiration. Almost at the same time as Fiona, he said, "The battle at Gris!"
"That's right! That must be it! "
Fiona said very deliberately. "Originally, the Ryan Empire only wanted to develop steadily and drink some soup from the Irus Empire. After they had a firm foothold, they would develop themselves until they overtook us."
"But," Tang En narrowed his eyes and said, "the battle at Gris made him change his mind."
"The scale of the battle at Gris was too large. The aftershock even spread to the surrounding area. Ellington felt it, but there's no reason for Nobul Caesar to not feel it. Besides, Master Sharp Tooth personally participated in the battle, so he was very clear about your strength and influence."
"But in fact, in that battle, the two most powerful spells were not cast by me."
Tang En was very innocent. He even felt like laughing. "Jean's Star Fall, Horus's Elemental Monarch's Descent, and the Wind Elemental Monarch's Doomsday Thunder, none of them had anything to do with me."
"Maybe it's not because of those two spells."
Fiona blinked and said, "It could also be because of the battle at Bloody Rock City."
Tang En suddenly understood. "That's possible!"
In the battle against Bloody Rock City, the Irus Empire only sent an army of more than ten thousand soldiers, but they were equipped with a large number of advanced weapons. They won the battle with a very large disparity in numbers. This was not a secret at all. After the battle, the news spread. Naturally, Testero also knew about it.
Originally, Testero was still happy that the Ryan Empire had finally started to develop again. When he saw the hope of catching up with the other countries, the detailed information about the battle was like a bucket of cold water poured on his head. His blazing brain cooled down once again.
It was only after he calmed down that Testero suddenly discovered the hidden danger.
The Irus Empire spared no effort to support the Ryan Empire, but they never worried about what would happen to the Ryan Empire after it became strong. Why was that?
It was because of the powerful new weapons and equipment.
The powerful weapons and equipment gave the Irus Empire great confidence. They were not worried that the Ryan Empire would catch up. Even if the living standards and economic standards of the Irus Empire improved, the difference in military strength was still like heaven and earth!
There was a congenital difference in physical strength between humans and orcs, but this difference was reversed with the help of weapons and equipment. The orcs were at a disadvantage.
In other words, if the Ryan Empire and the Irus Empire fell out and went to war, the Irus Empire wouldn't even need to send out soldiers. They could just fire terrifying weapons across the border and completely destroy the Ryan Empire!
It wasn't just falling out. If they lost their trust in the Ryan Empire, a crisis could befall them at any time!
It was because of the importance of trust that Testero decided to thicken his skin and ask Vanilla and Coco to be diplomatic ambassadors to convey his goodwill to Ellington.
Fiona had analyzed Testero's thoughts clearly from the letter and the few words Vanilla had relayed. She had every reason to believe that Testero sent Vanilla and Coco to gain Tang En's goodwill and trust.
What would they do after gaining trust? Secretly wait for an opportunity to develop and then surpass?
What a joke …
The Ryan Empire had already lost from the start. They had no chance of catching up.
There was only one path for Testero to stay in the Ryan Empire, and that was to watch the Irus Empire become more and more powerful until it merged with the Ryan Empire.
It was just a matter of time.
Testero was also vaguely aware of this, which was why he had been so conflicted recently.
As a king, he should let his people live a happier life and let his country become stronger.
But as an orc, he was very clear that he didn't have the ability to make his country better.
Cooperating with Tang En was the only choice in front of him.
"I didn't expect that guy to become smarter after Tina's training. Or rather, he became indecisive."
Fiona shook her head with a smile and said, "Although his worries are a bit unnecessary, for us, it's a good thing."
Tang En looked at Winette in the distance and grinned at her. He then said, "Testero is stupid, but he has a kind heart. He also thinks about his people, so I don't want to be enemies with him. I don't want to use war for things that can be solved peacefully."
"Then what about the Ryan Empire?"
Fiona asked, "As we develop, you will have to face this problem sooner or later."
"So, didn't Testero already give us the answer?"
Tang En pointed at the letter on the table and laughed. Fiona was surprised and laughed as well.
Yes, the answer had already been given.
The development of the west was a good opportunity for orc and human civilians to work and live together. If they wanted the two races to integrate as quickly as possible, there was no faster way than this.
"Then it's decided."
Fiona picked up the letter and said with a smile, "We spent so much on this investment, don't let it go to waste."
The development of the west would use all the money that the Datang Chamber of Commerce had earned in the past two years. Not only that, but they would also continue to invest in the future!
Because what the Datang Chamber of Commerce was going to do in the Gris area was not a simple renovation project, but a reconstruction. They were going to rebuild a civilized society from scratch. The model of the city was all designed according to Ellington's design!
The large-scale modernization of Prandal would begin there!
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