There was complete silence in the entire conference hall. Representatives from various countries looked serious, sat upright, and showed their best manners.
As soon as Heinrich entered the scene, he conquered everyone with his powerful iron-blooded aura.
"I always believe that the most precious thing in life is time. To waste it is to murder life. Everyone, please show your hands and vote!"
Heinrich didn't like beating around the bush, so he went straight to the point.
Although Heinrich did not elaborate, everyone understood what he meant, which was to vote by a show of hands on whether he was qualified to become the leader of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization.
"This momentum, tsk tsk!"
The Cheap God teased that as the recognized leader of the younger generation and the star of hope for the Empire of St. Jutland, Heinrich no longer bothered to play tricks. He would do whatever came to his mind.
"No...isn't it an anonymous vote?"
One of the delegates was forced to raise objections under the pressure of the Britannian diplomats. As a result, he bit his tongue several times because of nervousness and fear.
Many people who are on the sidelines actually have the same idea. At least they can remain anonymous and vote against without worrying about being discovered.
"is that useful?"
Heinrich's three faint words made the whole audience stunned, then shocked, and then silent.
Being entrusted by the king with the important task of being sent to attend the important summit of the northern countries, all those present were wily politicians, so they naturally understood what Heinrich said.
Any so-called fair and fair voting is just a means to deceive the people. In the end, the competition is strength. Not to mention Heinrich, any representative of the nine empires wants to know what everyone voted for.
Voting is easy, so voting anonymously is a complete joke.
"The establishment of NATO has been of great benefit to the northern countries. Now that the evil god has revived, the population and wealth of the countries should be concentrated on people's livelihood, economy, and the research and development of magic technology, etc., instead of
Use it for war and internal strife!"
Heinrich did not give a speech, but what he said casually was lofty and thoughtful, making people think deeply.
"Why do you have to set your sights on the Western Continent? Although we all have different nationalities, we are all Westerners. Why not conduct a plane expedition? To conquer other continents, don't you just want more population, territory, and more
Big rights? In those planes, you can do whatever you want!"
ah!
Heinrich's words caused an uproar in the whole place. Expedition to other planes? They had never thought about it. What they wanted most when they woke up every day was to see an extra territorial land on the border. That meant the population and
Increase in taxes.
Many representatives showed a sad look. They found that Heinrich was indeed worthy of the title of the Star of Hope of the Empire. While their vision was limited to the three-thirds of an acre of Western Land, he had already set his sights on other things.
The continent of the plane.
"But we don't have the technology to travel between planes!"
Some people questioned.
“That’s why we need to concentrate the wealth and talents of various countries and use them to tackle key problems!”
This time, no one spoke. No one was stupid. This method seemed aboveboard, but behind the scenes, it would also plunder the talents and financial reserves of various countries. You must know that these two are the foundation of a country. Once they are lost, they will be lost again.
no future.
"You all have a villainous heart. What you are holding is just a sesame seed, but you think you are getting the world. Look at everyone passing by you as if you are a robber, trying to pounce to snatch it!"
Looking at this group of representatives with ulterior motives and different ideas, Heinrich was furious. It was because of these short-sighted guys that the Western Continent was always in chaos.
"Once NATO is established, our St. Jutland Empire will open the top ten universities in the empire to member states, and will open the Magic Technology Center to them to share scientific research results!"
The representatives looked embarrassed after being scolded by Heinrich. They were about to find an excuse when they heard the next sentence and straightened up.
"Are you serious?"
A representative from a third-rate country asked with shocked expressions.
"It will be clearly marked on the agreement!"
Looking at the large conference hall that was suddenly buzzing with discussions, Heinrich's lips revealed a trace of imperceptible ridicule. Human beings are indeed selfish creatures. When they see the bait, they will eagerly fight for it, hoping to bite the hook.
"sharp!"
Homer exclaimed, "This guy is so familiar with human nature, and his political skills are terrifying!"
Only the senior politicians of the great empire would realize that Heinrich had dominated the direction of the meeting.
He made a deafening opening statement, and shocked everyone with his strong proposal for a show of hands and the inside story of the vote. He followed up with a series of questions. There was no campaign manifesto, but it was better than a campaign. Everything he did was so natural and fell into place.
None of the people present noticed that even though they were thinking, they were thinking in a direction deliberately induced by Heinrich, and their real thoughts had long been submerged.
Even if a small group of people still retain the ability to think independently, in such a large scale, they will be assimilated very quickly.
Heinrich's final proposal to share magical technology was like a sharp sword, piercing their hearts.
The Saint Jutland Empire's magical technology is number one in the world, and even other empires covet it, let alone those second- and third-rate countries.
Everything in this world can be weighed on a scale.
Just now, the representatives were worried about domestic talents and funds being annexed. They are still worried now, but they seem insignificant in the face of the benefits they are about to receive.
Once the Northern Alliance is formed, the representatives feel that the king will most likely become a decoration, but what does that have to do with them? They, the nobles, will still hold power, and as the domestic situation improves, their power will increase.
"Wait a minute, Heinrich is so cunning. He wants to use the power of the aristocracy to undermine the royal power and pave the way for his conquest of the north!"
Homer was the first to react, so he was shocked. This was thanks to his tens of thousands of years of experience, and he had seen too many intrigues before he could think of it. Otherwise, he would not have been able to accurately capture the core of the Northern Parliament.
Nature.
Heinrich sat at the top and looked at the representatives of the debate. He shook his head in boredom. It was a waste of time to fight with these bastards.
The Western Continent has existed for tens of thousands of years. Except for the eight holy coffins that once briefly unified the world, the continent has always been a pattern of numerous countries. Naturally, this has always been the case in the north.
When Heinrich was a child, he often spent time in the great library of the empire and studied the vast historical books.
Use war to unify the north? Even if there are many troubles, Heinrich believes that he can do it, but what fun would it be? After all, the Eight Holy Coffins have already done it, and after his own death, maybe only a few generations will pass.
The North will return to this chaotic situation.
"I will use an unprecedented method to resolve the disputes in the Western Territory and make them the inherent territory of Saint Jutland forever!"
There is no doubt that Heinrich was a genius, so he formulated the program of NATO and expedition to other planes? He naturally thought about it. He had long wanted to send his troops to other continents and establish the great cause of the emperor, but that was
After unifying the Western Continent.
In reality, this term is just a gimmick to scare people. His goal is to use the cloak of kindness to steal the talents and wealth of other countries and integrate the north. The top priority is to make Saint Jutland the first empire in the West.
"If Heinrich succeeds, his achievements will surpass those of the Eight Holy Coffins!"
Listening to Homer's description, even the God of Cheap couldn't help but marvel, and stared at him admiring it for several minutes.
"The gap is huge!"
Downton was a little desperate. He established a free trade zone to improve his country's economy, and he was proud of it for a long time. But compared with Heinrich's plan that could affect the future of more than a hundred countries, it was still nothing!
"This kind of political wisdom and skill requires a lot of experience. Don't be discouraged, you will have a chance!"
Homer comforted.
Both the emperor and the nobles belong to the ruling class. When facing the common people, they will always be external, but there will also be disagreements internally. The royal power is strong, and the ministerial power is naturally weak. This is what they don't want to see, so Heinrich will
An opportunity to weaken the royal power and strengthen themselves was presented to them, how could they not be tempted?
"I agree with Heinrich to be the leader of NATO!"
Someone raised their hand, this is the representative of the Saint-Jyltland family.
The envoys are waiting to see each other. It's time to take sides. The sooner you express your stance, the greater the trust you will gain. Of course, the risks are not small.
There is no such thing as a free lunch, it just depends on whether you are brave enough, so after initial thinking and weighing the pros and cons, I raised my arms one by one.
As more and more arms were raised, the remaining envoys became uneasy. Although Heinrich did not look over, they always felt that his eyes were on them, which made them feel on pins and needles.
“It’s so stressful!”
There is a magic circle in the large conference hall, the climate is suitable and warm as spring, but the envoys are still sweating like heavy rain.
When more than half of the arms were raised, the hesitant envoys felt the pressure coming like a tsunami. They wanted to seek allies, but Heinrich's idea was too perfect. Even the old politicians of other empires
There is no excuse for sabotage.
"If you don't show your hands to vote, do you think you have any ideas?"
The silent Heinrich suddenly spoke, startling the envoy who was watching.
"No, no idea!"
The messenger quickly raised his hand and even lowered his head to avoid Heinrich's gaze.
Seeing this scene, the messengers also knew that they could not wait any longer, so they raised their hands one after another.
"what should I do?"
Downton asked, at this time, we still have to rely on Lord Homer!
"Follow Sissi, you are afraid of a bird, you are the man who wants to become the Prince of Bavaria!"
Cheap God teases.
"Do you believe that I will tear down your altar right now?"
Downton is depressed.
As Woodford, who was sitting on the left side of Heinrich, raised his right hand expressionlessly, apart from the representatives of the six empires, Downton was the only one who had not expressed his stance! (To be continued...)
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