Vol 2 Chapter 1000: Master Three Questions (Part 2) (2 in 1)

Hearing this answer, Old Man Yoguru's eyes did indeed change slightly, and he was obviously thinking.
"The former Grand Duchy of Northumbria? The country that was almost destroyed because of the "salt pile" that suddenly appeared thirty years ago, is now a country that is surviving with a weak government and young and middle-aged hunters? "Old Yoguru murmured.
"Well... it's there. I hope I can use what I got in this civil war to gain some control over there." Helija nodded, "In order to rebuild the ruins, I think it needs your guidance. The help of technical experts."
"Why there?" The old man Yoguru was even more confused-he instinctively thought Heliga was lying, but his eyes and expressions did not seem to be teasing.
"First of all, I learned from some sources that Northumbria was a very prosperous country before it was destroyed by natural disasters... Although large areas in the north were not suitable for farming due to climate problems, it was still in the south and east. There is a large area of ​​high-quality plains. At the same time, the hilly areas in the north provide very sufficient support for the development of industry, and there is more evidence that there are unexploited mines. In addition, the convergence point of the Qiyao vein on the mainland is at that The country also has one. In addition, the western coastline of Northumbria has a large number of natural good ports, which provides the country with a basis for maritime trade... And because it happens to be the confluence of the warm and cold currents of the ocean outside the continent, although The climate is cold, but it has become a good natural non-freezing port-because it is a place where ocean currents meet, there are also rich fishery resources. The coniferous forest industry in the north is also very developed, and the fur and wood produced there have been They are all the objects that mainland countries are keen to buy."
"What you said is true. It's just that since the "pile of salt" destroyed nearly 30% of the country's territory and wiped out nearly one-fifth of the population, all this has ceased to exist. "The old man Yoguru sighed, "I have heard people talk about the prosperity there." "
"Oh? You know the people there too?" Heliga was curious.
"Yeah...but you probably don't want to hear that name." Old Yoguru said meaningfully. "At that time I hadn't left the association and acted... if I told you that the third pillar of the year, " "White Noodles" once talked to me about Northumbria several times. What do you think? "
"Wiseman...Yes, he was from Northumbria... It was because of witnessing the destruction of his hometown that this sense of powerlessness twisted him into what he was afterwards." Heliga remembered that Kevin had something before. When I told him when I was empty, they couldn't help but sigh with the information they got about white flour in "The Kingdom of Shadows."
"At that time, I hadn't seen that he was actually that kind of person... Later, he began to focus on the "Gospel Project", and had a lot less intersection with our other apostles until Libel's incident came about two years ago. The news of dying in that floating city became known to me. "Yoguru said calmly," Therefore, if Northumbria is still a country with rich resources and people living and working in peace and contentment, it is indeed a good choice...The only powerful neighboring country is Erebo. There is only one country with very few land bordering the Republic. But why...? "
"It's very simple...because I can see that the reformists of the empire, or rather, the emperor’s instruction... The policies there have always been very subtle. The empire does not admit that it overthrew the old grand duke and formed a new one. The Federal Democratic Government of Northumbria, on the contrary, supports those chasers who wreak havoc everywhere, and cut off official trade and immigration measures with that place... In fact, this is also a big difference between the nobles and the reformers. Because the aristocracy is very happy to import the best wood and fur from somewhere." Heliga said of his earlier speculation, "and the empire is undoubtedly undergoing soft expansion... after the Hundred Days War The empire has always been compatible and annexed through this kind of diplomatic means, but Northumbria itself is huge enough after all, and such means cannot be as effective as an ordinary autonomous state."
"That's why this method is used to weaken the power of Northumbria, and ultimately create public opinion that is not conducive to the newly formed federal government...?" The old man Yoguru meditated, "In history, Northumbria region It's not that they haven't been ruled by the empires... But these empires who ruled the Northumbria area have encountered fierce resistance, because the place has always been famous for its brave warriors. But this time it probably seems like this. It's really different... Northumbria is so broken that it can't resist."
"Yes. So, I hope I can take over this mess myself... but I don't want to turn it into the "Northumbria of the Empire". "Heliga simply said, "If you tell the truth, this is indeed a gain for some political capital, but I think even if the goal is this, there are many ways to achieve it. There is far from the center of the mainland, you can only deal with the empire, instead of taking care of all aspects like Crossbell, and I am in the empire... and there are still some ways. In addition, it is about the land destroyed and assimilated by the "Pile of Salt"..."
"Could it be..." Elder Yoguru guessed, "You have a way to repair that which has been completely salted..."
"I do have this idea, but I need to actually look at it. According to the church, the "salting" has actually covered several tens of meters underground, ultimately because of the magical power and ground veins of the "salt pile" The magical power of's magical power produced the phenomenon of magical power freezing, and it did not continue to extend downward. Otherwise, based on the actual "salinization" formed in the northern part of Northumbria, a so-called "salt ball" can be formed. Heliga briefly analyzed his inference, "The church recovered the remains of the "Salt Pile", and the "Roaring Lion" also collected some samples after being salted by the Salt Pile... The conclusion is that the land is It became like this by the strange magic power. Specifically, it is similar to the strong encryption in the program, and it seems that it cannot be cracked by the existing means. But in other words, if you can analyze this magic—"
"Has the church conducted a similar experiment?" The old man Yoguru couldn't help being curious-about "Salt Pile", his knowledge was limited to the angle of association, and the church did not know it at all.
"Yes, but they all failed... They couldn't understand the magical form of "Salt Pile". Therefore, this is probably also a creation from outside the world. "Heliga said gloomily, "However, I think someone I know might have some way...at least some clues." As long as it can be done, it is good, but it does not matter if the efficiency is lower. "
"Okay... put this question aside. Assuming you can do this, then it is clear that Northumbria will regain the land lost by the magical assimilation of the year, and regain the capital to restore prosperity. If it can be done, the people of Northumbria who have suffered for thirty years will probably not have any resistance to you or to the rule of the empire."
"If they are willing to join the empire, that is their business... at least I am not going to force them to do so. Once I have a clue, I will start to act instead of using this as part of coercing them to join the empire. Bargaining chips." Heliga said seriously, "In addition, if the Empire can resume normal diplomatic relations with Northumbria, it means that the small autonomous states on the western coast that have been annexed are now The places that became part of the empire can reopen trade with the Northumbria region. If some official support from the imperial government can be brought in by the time, the reconstruction there should be faster."
"Okay." The old man Yoguru admired, "This is a bit of a benefit. But to be honest, the whole plan looks a little far away now. First of all you must be able to get a certain amount of power there. OK...I can't help you with this matter."
"Every time you help mechs a little bit more, it means that we have improved the combat effectiveness of our subordinates, and our odds of winning are one more point. In a sense, this can be regarded as indirect help." Heliga is mischievous. He blinked.
"Good boy...went me back again." The old man Yoguru laughed. Heliga had never seen him smile so happily before, "Well... if that's the case, I'll accompany a little bit this time. The extent to which I can cooperate with you in the future will depend on whether you can fulfill the promise you made today. It’s just that you must be faster and never neglect."
"Why?" Heliga didn't react for a moment.
"Smelly boy." Old Yorguru smiled again. "Although I am not better than Russell's old man, but I am almost 60 years old this year. If you drag on for too long, I will not be able to help you if I die. Up."
"Then what do you mean..." Heliga realized that there was something in Old Yoguru's words-he had actually agreed to his request, which is about the so-called long-term cooperation, "Ah, thank you so much. "
"No thanks... if you can do it, it's okay to do this." The old man Yoguru waved his hand. "Since I lived in seclusion here because of the Novartis thing, I have felt right. Participating in secular affairs is a little too weak. Thinking about it now, it is probably that the society of Crossbel is a little cold and unknowingly it also affected me. What you said...may help me regain my second life. spring."
"About Clos Bell, I also want to hear your opinion. Lloyd said that when the current problem is solved, they hope to win the independence of the autonomous state... What do you think of this?"
"I'm not very optimistic. The size of Closbell has already determined the pressure it must bear in the conflict between the two big countries...Even if it becomes an independent country in name, it will actually be affected by geopolitical conditions. Political will thus completely fall to one side. As long as it starts a city that uses trade and mainland transportation hubs as the city’s main foothold, it will always be like this. In the end, it will inevitably become two big countries. Part of one of them."
"I think so too... but they looked like they were going to give up, so I didn't tell them what I thought." Heliga curled his lips. "Anyway, no matter who won in the civil war, Crossbel It will definitely become a goal to start after the empire is restored to stability. Of course, now I think there is no chance for the nobility to win... but at that time, the emperor will not be able to anger the interests of the empire by angering the empire’s rude behavior. Let's explain everything one by one."
"Well...it seems that the imperial army will leave at that time, which is also a high probability event." The old man Yoguru nodded, "However, presumably those young people are already mentally prepared...I think, It’s okay to help them a little bit."
"Well. Since you know it in your heart, I won't say more. If possible, I will make a little bit of relations within the empire so that they don't come to you and disturb you at will. You should also understand that the fighting power of the Empire is the best in the entire West. The mainland, coupled with the empire’s martial arts culture, caused soldiers to always be a little arrogant and reckless in their actions. If it disturbs you, it will be bad."
"I have no problem with this." Old man Yoguru raised his hands in agreement-Heliga was right. Otherwise, when the Imperial Army marched on Krossberg, he would come to his workshop for inspection or something. The regular army of the empire also turned away, right? Then it will be very uncomfortable. But if Heliga greets in advance, things will be much better then.
"In addition, it's about Ling... just now she also mentioned that compared to Estir and Joshua who really cares about her, the Queen of Cassius and Libel seem to be more interested in her guide. Power technology...but my business with her...um..."
"Why do you ask me for this kind of thing?" Old Yoguru said grimly, "I never talked about men and women. But what if?"
"What? Haven't talked about it?" Heliga couldn't help but said, "Then you..."
"I don't have children, don't you know it." The old man Yoguru said naturally, "But, I have sponsored a few children in orphanages for their studies, so I think I am doing the same thing. It’s so wonderful to plant something, I don’t have time or need...what’s the matter? How do you look at me with that look?"
"Forget it... Then I won't bother you about this matter." Heliga wiped the cold sweat from her forehead-I didn't expect Old Man Yoguru to be somewhat natural in this kind of thing.
In that case... Heliga started to have a headache again.