We go back in time, just a little bit.



　"Shaheen!　You, you!　Why did you lose?
　"...... I'm sorry, Your Highness.

　Shaheen bowed deeply to Yazdegild.
　Yazdegild's face turns red, and he continues to yell at him.

　"Where's Coward?
　...... Sir Coward has been captured by the Lemurian army and is being held as a prisoner of war.
　That incompetent bastard!　You should be ashamed of yourself!

　I'm sure you'll be able to understand what I mean.
　Yazdegild, who is not here, continues to badmouth Shaheen and Coward.

　"...... You little bastard, you're getting carried away.

　In the first place, Coward and Shaheen were against this war.
　The current situation was caused by the Yazdegerd, who took advantage of the Bulgurons' sweet talk and started a war with the Lemurian Empire.

　As a result, the Bulgurons betrayed the Kingdom of Phallus and made peace with it too soon.
　The Kingdom of Phallus was forced to fight the Lemurian Empire on its own, and was defeated badly.

　"Shaheen!　Gather the troops!
　"What do you intend to do with ......?
　Of course we're going to fight the Emperor of Lemuria!

　Shaheen sighed.

　...... Do you think you can win?　The infantry has been devastated and even the defense of King's Landing is in jeopardy. The cavalry has also suffered some damage. You'll be able to get a lot more out of it. If we could win with this, we would have won the previous battle hands down.

　Shaheen implicitly recommended peace to the Yazdegerd.

　...... Are you saying that I can't lead?
　"I would never say that I could not. But I have no doubt that His Majesty will come to the peace table in this situation.
　You have nothing to do with this, father!

　Yazdegerd raised his voice.

　In comparison to Sasan VIII, who is known to be an undefeated ruler, Yazdegild is a mediocre person.
　Because of this, he has a strong complex with ...... his father.

　In the struggle for the throne, he did not want the throne.
　He just wants recognition from his father.

　This war is also ......
　The war was started because he thought that if he won and gained territory, he would be recognized.

　But ......
　Shaheen, who was more on the side of Sasan VIII, did not understand the feelings of the ordinary Yazgild at all.

　"So, Your Highness. What can you tell me?　How many soldiers do you want me to gather first from where?　Do you want me to forcefully conscript peasants?　But it's doubtful that peasants who haven't been trained properly can fight. What about the cavalry?　Are you going to mobilize the reserves?　And ...... what tactics are you going to use to win?　At least I have no idea.

　"Well, that's .......

　Yazgild choked up at Shaheen's question.
　In theory, Shaheen is overwhelmingly correct.

　But ......　
　This was a mistake.

　If Yazgild had thought that he could defeat Hercule, and that he could turn the tables on him, and had said that he would still fight, this persuasion would have been successful.

　But ......
　Yazgild's motives were extremely emotional.

　It is useless to try to persuade an emotional person with logic, or even ...... to add fuel to the fire.

　"Yeah!　I'll take him down!　I'll take him down anyway!　I'll take him down! Go gather your troops!
　No, sir!　Your Highness!
　Shut up!　Then you don't have to come!　I'm on my own. I don't need a coward like you!

　Shaheen let out a deep sigh and stood up.

　"What is it, ......?

　Yazgild fell back under Shaheen's authority.
　Shaheen shouted loudly.

　"Oh, my God!　His Highness has been disturbed!　His Highness is in a state of unrest! He says he will take the blame for the defeat and cut himself off!　Stop him!

　Shaheen then jumped on Yazdegild.
　Yazdegild shouts.

　What are you doing?　Somebody grab this disloyal bastard!



　As Yazdegild shouts, generals, bureaucrats, soldiers and servants gather around the two men.
　And ......

　"No, wait!　Stop!　I'm not out of my mind!
　That's what everyone who's crazy says!
　Your Highness!　Your Highness, be careful!

　In no time at all, Yazdegerd was taken away.
　After this, Yazdegild is placed under house arrest in his room (・・・・) as arranged by the generals and bureaucrats, including Shaheen.

　"Well ......, at least now the capital won't fall.

　Shaheen sighed.
　And ......
　He began to prepare for peace.





　"Well, well, well, gentlemen. It's nice to meet you all, some of you it's been a while. I would like to introduce myself. I've been sent on behalf of the Emperor of Lemuria. My name is Todris Todrianus. Please make my acquaintance.

　With a good-natured smile, Todoris bowed lightly to the vassals of the Kingdom of Phallus.

　Originally, it would have been logical for the defeated side, Foulds, to go to Hercule.
　This time, however, Hercule sent Todoris in the opposite direction.

　This time, however, Hercule sent Todoris in the opposite direction, because Hercule respects the Kingdom of Phallus.
　But the real reason was an internal investigation within the Kingdom of Farus.

　I'm not sure what to say.

　Todoris put his hand on his forehead and looked around with a gesture of gazing.
　Whenever he moves, his fat belly shakes, which is quite comical.

　His movements are like those of a clown, catching everyone off guard.
　......, but his eyes were sharp.

　Where is His Highness Yazgild?　Or is ...... it you now, Your Highness Yazgild?

　Todris shot Shaheen with his piercing gaze.
　Shaheen replies, her forehead sweating.

　I'm sure you've heard of it. ...... We have permission to conduct some diplomatic negotiations on behalf of His Majesty the King, even when His Highness Yazgild is ill. ...... You can rest assured.

　"Oh, I see, I see, I see. ...... Has there been a coup d'etat?

　For a moment, the air froze.
　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.

　"Wa-ha-ha!　I'm kidding, I'm kidding!

　Todoris then popped him in the stomach.
　Then he punched her in the stomach, and her belly shook.

　And ......

　"So, let's get started.
　With a grin, Todoris smiled.





　Todoris Todorianus.
　Todoris Todorianus is a man who has been in charge of diplomacy in the Lemurian Empire since the time of the previous emperor Hadrian.

　He is fluent in many languages and has contacts all over the world.
　And most of all, he is ......
　He is a man of unimaginable oratorical talent.

　It was because of him that the Lemurian Empire lost only that much territory during the reign of Hadrian.

　Todoris of "The Hundred Tongues".

　Such a man appeared in front of Shaheen.
　Shaheen could not stop the sweat from flowing down his body.

　Shaheen was originally a military man, not a diplomat.
　Therefore, he can only watch the battle between the Foreign Secretary of the Kingdom of Fars and Todoris. ......

　I'm not sure what to make of this.

　I'm sure you'll be able to understand why Todoris is such a nuisance on the battlefield of diplomacy.

　So, let me start with a few conditions: ......

　One, the Kingdom of Fars relinquishes its right to protect the Kingdom of Khayastan forever.
　Two, the Lemurian Empire will recognize Hayastan as a protectorate.
　Three, the Lemurian Empire's annual tribute to the Kingdom of Fars will be abolished.
　Fourth, the province of Arsinia is ceded to the Lemurian Empire.
　5. Cede all territory west of the Hurath River to the Lemurian Empire.
　VI. The Lemurian soldiers captured by the Kingdom of Phars in the last war (the war under Hadrian), as well as the national treasures and flags looted by the Kingdom of Phars, shall be returned.
　Seven, ten years of mutual non-aggression. Renewed every year after that, unless one of us breaks it.

　How about that?

　That's outrageous!　You can't possibly accept such a treaty!
　Well, you're being very pushy, aren't you? Well, you're being very bold. ...... So, do you want to have another fight with His Majesty?

　The Foreign Secretary choked up.
　Then Todoris gave a soft smile.

　"Don't worry. It was a joke. Yes, it's in your honor. Your Majesty and I are not so devilish.

　Then he held out two fingers.



　I am willing to make some concessions on the fourth and fifth points.

　At Todoris's words, Shaheen couldn't help but interrupt him.

　"Do you intend to continue the war and break through the defenses of King's Landing?　The Emperor of Lemuria... The Emperor of Lemuria is a very confident man.
　"Well, well, well. ......, let me put it to you this way. Are you sure the north is secure?
　"Well, that's ......

　Shaheen clammed up.

　To the north of the Kingdom of Foulds, there is a great empire of horse nomads called the Coats.
　It is a large nomadic nation, even larger than the Kingdom of Bulgalon, with a total army of over 100,000.
　Of course, they are all cavalry.

　Even King Sasan VIII had a hard time with the Kuro Tongue.

　And ......
　As the enemy of my enemy is my friend, the Lemurian Empire and the Kuro Thrust had diplomatic relations and were on friendly terms.

　We have a non-aggression pact with Kurotsuki. We have a non-aggression pact with Kurotsuki, and you have nothing to worry about.

　When the Foreign Secretary replied to Todoris, Todoris raised his voice in surprise.

　"Oh?　I thought our country and yours had a non-aggression pact?

　At this, the Foreign Secretary had to hold his tongue. The blame for this war lies with the Kingdom of Fars.

　By the way, ......
　The reason why Todoris brought up the Kuro Plague was to blame the Kingdom of Fars for unilaterally breaking the non-aggression pact.
　Todoris always opens his mouth with a calculation.

　"Well, what's done is done. So, ...... are you saying that the fourth and fifth problems are unacceptable?
　"...... is too much to ask. We have been defeated, but we can still fight. We can't just cede our territory.
　"Hmm ......, let's come up with a compromise.

　Todoris smiled as he said this.

　I'll drop my claim to the territory west of the Hurat River. In exchange, you will cede the province of Arsinia to us.

　The province of Arsinia is located in the south of the Kingdom of Khayastan, between the rivers Hurat and Dajra, a fertile land.
　The province of Arsinia is located in the south of the Kingdom of Hayastan, between the rivers Hurat and Dajra.

　It would be geopolitically unwise to hold the upper reaches of the rivers.
　If you go down by boat, you can quickly invade the royal city area.

　That's ...... unacceptable.
　"Then let's reverse it. Let's give up the province of Arsinia. In exchange, we'll take the territory west of the Flato River.
　That's not possible either.

　When the Foreign Secretary said this, Todoris suddenly turned red.

　"Don't be ridiculous!

　Todoris's voice echoed throughout the palace of the Kingdom of Farus.
　The Foreign Secretary and Shaheen cowered involuntarily.

　The Foreign Secretary and the Shaheen cowered in surprise as the calm, smiling man suddenly went into a rage.

　Todoris shouted in anger.

　"You think you can get away with this if we give in!　Who started this war in the first place?　Who started this war in the first place? You broke the peace unilaterally!　Don't you think Fars has any intention of showing any sincerity!

　The Foreign Secretary hurriedly mended his ways.

　"Oh, calm down, Mister Todris!
　This is not the way to stay calm!

　Todoris glares hard at the Foreign Secretary. 　
　The Secretary of Foreign Affairs tries to calm Todoris down.

　If the war is resumed under the current circumstances, even if the royal capital doesn't fall, the capital area of the Kingdom of Fars will be severely damaged.
　Even if the irrigation system is destroyed, the agricultural base of the Kingdom of Phals will be destroyed and they will not be able to recover for a while.

　Besides, ......
　We can't ignore the movements of the Kuro Thrusters.

　So, let's do this!　How about some compensation?　We'll pay you a reasonable amount!
　"...... compensation?　Are you trying to settle this with money?

　I'm not sure what to make of that.
　Todoris sighs.

　'Well, I can't help it. Then let's settle this with reparations.

　Todoris then demanded a sum of money for the territory of Arsinia and the territory west of the Flato River.
　The amount was ......

　It's too expensive!
　...... Are you complaining again?

　When Todoris glanced at him lightly, the Foreign Secretary shook his head.

　I'm sure you'll be able to figure out the best way to pay for it. ...
　No, it's a lump sum. No, I'll pay it in a lump sum. I don't want to be in trouble if you default. Yeah, I don't want you to break your word again.

　When he said that, the Foreign Secretary could no longer say anything back.



　Thus, a peace treaty was signed between the two countries. ......
　A temporary peace came.



　By the way, ......
　Hercule ordered Todoris to.

　I'm sure you've heard of it. Also, if you can, go get reparations. I don't want the territory because it's too complicated to rule. They'll rebel and take it back anyway. And it could spark a new war.

　I would like to note here that Todoris won a great diplomatic victory.