Breath of The Interferer - Chapter 103
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#103 – Breath of the Interferer_Key – 1686414
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A fight in the middle of a fight
The British Empire’s Parliament was abuzz with swear words. Some nobles and archmages were arguing over a spot on the list of those to conquer Japan. Archmages, who were usually noble, rolled up their sleeves, and nobles, who always appeared lofty in front of people, were spitting out swear words that only the lowest class of commoners would utter.
After two hours of arguing, including revealing that his opponent’s grandmother had an affair fifty years ago, there was no conclusion. Then the chairman lightly struck the zelkova hammer.
“I have clearly seen your willingness to devote yourself to the betterment of humanity. That is why I have asked for your understanding, noble Senators. You have said that the Mages and Nobles of the Senators may offer their share for your benefit.”
Those who had been grabbing each other by the collar now hugged each other and cheered. A thunderous applause filled the hall. The Speaker, who had once again called for silence with his gavel, continued to speak.
“The evaluation of this expedition will be divided into two stages. How much resources were provided for the conquest of Japan, and how much contribution was made during the conquest of Japan. Resources include those who participated in the expedition. The scoring method is as follows, so if you have any objections, please speak up.”
You must apply in the name of a group, not an individual. For example, you cannot apply in the name of Count Angel, but in the name of the Count’s family. The contribution will be determined based on how much money and supplies the members of that group have provided, and how many have been dispatched to this conquest.
Sending a great wizard gives 5 points, and a high-ranking wizard gives 3 points. A high-ranking warrior gives 2 points, a mid-ranking warrior gives 1 point, and a special warrior gives 4 points. The merits of conquering Japan are awarded by the military of the Korean Empire, with a special merit of 100 points, and a 20-point reduction from the 1st merit, to a 40-point reduction from the 3rd merit.
The nobles and wizards who had similar interests formed an alliance to create a force. The force with the highest score could choose a region. All lands in Europe except the British mainland and the lands of the three Nordic countries were offered as compensation.
“When you look at it this way, there isn’t much difference between a wizard, a noble, or a commoner.”
Bearded archmages and gentle-eyed grand nobles watched as the chairman used his magic to cook up reckless wizards and nobles. In exchange for giving them land in Europe, he was granted rights to North America in the name of the British Empire.
They have preserved their power with the beautiful excuse of concession. And they are going to take possession of the lands in North America that they have secured the right to in the name of the nation. After defeating the 7th-grade monster, the British Empire is going to put the queen on the throne again.
After enthroning a powerless queen, they will occupy the land of North America and live as kings. Of course, they must unite to kill the bees and ants rushing for honey. The world is wide and there are many lands to rule. Those who are greedy rather than capable have been excluded, and those who actually rule the British Empire have joined hands.
“Honestly, the Korean Empire’s intentions are unclear. If they resolve this among themselves without informing us and then expand their power, they will leave us far behind when we are unprepared.”
“There must be an internal problem. The nobles won’t listen to the imperial family, so they’ve dragged us in. The Korean Empire has 120,000 people, Russia has 60,000, we have 100,000, and the Republic of Korea has 20,000, so the possibility of them hatching a scheme is slim.”
The Korean Empire decided to deploy 120,000 inspectors and sorcerers. Originally, they demanded rights to all of Asia for 150,000. Except for the lands of South Korea and Japan. South Korea kept its mouth shut, wondering if it had received something from the Korean Empire.
In the end, 120,000 men were dispatched and rights to eastern and southern Asia were guaranteed. In western Asia, Russia was to have 50% rights, the Korean Empire 30%, and the British Empire 20%. I am talking about rights to oil and natural resources, not territory.
The Korean Empire also took priority development rights for Africa. If the British Empire or Russia wanted to advance into Africa, they had to get permission from the Korean Empire. However, after 30 years, the priority development rights would disappear, and anyone could advance into Africa freely.
Australia was to remain a free territory, and South America was to be taken first come first served. Australia had only about 3% of its territory available, and the rest was useless land. South Korea received the rights to Japanese land and Alaska. In return, the Korean Empire agreed to cede Taiwan and the Diaoyu Islands to Japanese refugees.
“The native people of Canada have all left, and the royal family and nobles there want to emigrate to the British Empire.”
“Let’s accept it all, but squeeze out as much as we can.”
They plan to suck up the royals and nobles who want to emigrate to the British Empire. Those who have no idea that the British Empire is planning to expand into North America are wasting their good opportunity and going to the British Empire instead.
“The nobles and royalty of many countries have proven how bad inheritance through bloodlines is. We must always be on guard against them, using them as a mirror.”
The great wizards and nobles of this place are those who rose to their current position through their abilities. Some are from commoners, others from fallen nobles. Some are from high-ranking nobles but were expelled from their families and struggled to reach this position. Having experienced the bottom, they are much more meticulous than other nobles or wizards.
“How long can a cause without power last? When they lose their power and take over lands and become kings on cause alone, we will grow stronger in North America. And we will dominate them not by magic and sword, but by culture and economic power.”
“Let us put aside our individual greed and unite as one for the benefit of all. Let us not compete with each other, but only cooperate as previously agreed upon.”
They agreed to monopolize oil, mining, transportation, culture and art, etc., according to their own interests. They could cooperate and help each other, but they were strictly forbidden from stepping into each other’s territory.
“I hope there is no one in this room who thinks that he is the only one who is smart and everyone else is stupid. I hope you will keep in mind that the benefits and stability we gain by joining forces are much greater and more lasting than what you would gain by betraying us.”
The three factions that were waging a civil war in Russia gathered together. The atmosphere was not easy as they had been fighting each other to the death until recently.
“Let’s make the dispatch 20,000 won each fairly and discuss how to divide it.”
“First of all, I want the Red Flag faction that occupied Moscow to make some concessions. You have negotiated so poorly that you have gained too little.”
“You idiot, what’s wrong with having the advantage of taking over all of Western Asia?”
“You say that half of what you dig up from the ground should be offered to the Korean Empire and the British Empire? When you wag your tail vigorously, your two masters throw you a bone?”
The atmosphere became tense. However, unlike the fierce faces of his subordinates, the leaders of the three factions sitting on the chairs were calm, as if they had just exchanged greetings asking if he had eaten.
“You idiot, land is important. And even if the three of us join forces, we can’t compete with the Korean Empire or the British Empire. What’s so great about giving half of the natural resources in exchange for taking the land? Once we become stronger, we can just stop giving.”
“Then how will the land of West Asia be divided?”
“What do you mean, share? Well, that’s what you want from an ignorant brat who can’t even write his own name properly. From now on, the three of us are brothers. We must join forces to make Russia stronger and compete with the Korean Empire and the British Empire.”
“My name consists of one hundred and thirty-six letters. It’s weird that anyone uses it properly. And we’re not in a position to join hands and expand our lands, right? Even if we manage oil and mining areas together, shouldn’t we each expand our territories separately?”
“Let’s leave that to the staff punks and just decide the big things. We just need to make sure that no one insists that the land is theirs because they set foot on it first.”
“Let’s make one thing clear. For the time being, land travel will take priority over sea travel. The land route connecting the Korean Empire and Europe will be managed by the three of us, and the profits will be shared equally. And the land belongs to the nation. No one should think about taking over their own land. Just as there is no tree without roots, without a nation, you and I are both equally crippled.”
Since there was nothing major for the leaders to decide directly, their meeting ended quickly. There are no patriots, but there are no fools either. Without a just cause for the country, there are plenty of forces that can put the brakes on their actions. To be honest, if just two or three warlords of the Korean Empire unite, it is possible to completely wipe out one force.
Unlike the Russian factions where harsh words were exchanged, the warlords of the Korean Empire talked amicably while drinking Yongjeongcha.
“It is certain that the royal bloodline is Miao. There is no way to verify it because we do not know how to test the blood of the silver people, but if we combine the information of the three vassals who entered the palace, the possibility is very high.”
“I should have known from the time the imperial court began to like silver, but I was not alert because the Ming Dynasty insisted on the silver standard.”
The Ming Dynasty, the last dynasty before the monsters appeared, measured the value of goods in terms of silver, so when the imperial family amassed silver, they were not particularly suspicious.
“Have you properly checked to make sure there are no hidden bombs?”
“I haven’t found any. The sorcerer I have created a magic item that can detect the magic bullets, but I’ve checked all the suspected areas and there’s been no response.”
“I’ve verified all the palace ledgers from the past two hundred years, and the resources I’ve stolen are enough for five magic bombs at most.”
“If we are not careful, we could easily make enemies of the British Empire and Russia, but would the royal family, who have always been cautious, take such an extreme measure? I think they have other plans.”
The Duke of Gong, who took over Shandong, opened his mouth. He was the closest family to the imperial family and had the most friction. The nobles called him Grand Duke, not Duke.
“Your Majesty, what information have you obtained?”
“What if, on the way back from defeating the 7th-grade monster, the entire turtle ship sinks?”
A cool breeze passed through the room.
“The royal family deliberately consumed the magic bomb and diverted our attention to the magic bomb. So we wasted all our attention on the hidden magic bomb. You all must know that my daughter is the queen of the Republic of Korea.”
“This time, South Korea has decided to send 20,000 troops, but they are being led by the deposed crown prince Shin Hyeon, not the crown prince Shin Mu.”
If I just say this much, everyone will be able to imagine it. The duke watched the nobles rolling their eyes and then opened his mouth.
“Don’t worry. Shin Hyeon is my grandson. He is already taking care to make sure there are no problems with the turtle ship. And we don’t have to move all at once, but in several parts. I have already secretly arranged for your safe return. The royal family’s trickery will not work.”
The nobles stood up and paid their respects to the duke. The duke, who stood up to show his humility, sat down and savored the fragrance of the Yongjeong tea.
‘You have done nothing and have incurred debts to all the powers. There is no way you can do anything to the imperial family. How many evils have I planted in the imperial family? Even if you do something, if you turn all the powers into enemies, the imperial family will perish.’
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