Chapter 679: 18. The end of the expedition (3)

Woman fickle.
This is an old saying that has been handed down from ancient times. In society and family, this sentence is always mentioned intentionally or unintentionally. Now Roland Che has experienced the correctness of this sentence, or is forced to feel it.
If you look closely, it is not a change, it is more like the result of repressing yourself-compared with the arrogant Minerva when I first met, the other girl in the silk evening dress at the table was more quiet, There was a dignified and radiant light on her body, and every behavior was in line with the definition of "princess" in people's images... But Roland felt a violation of such Minerva.
"You mean... going to the front to console the soldiers?"
"It's not just me. The nobles and all sectors of society will send female representatives to form a field consolation group to Riga."
Minerva sat meticulously on his side, and under the influence of a serious atmosphere, Roland adjusted his sitting slightly.
After returning from Albion, this was the first time they were alone.
Sitting in the highest-class private room of the Ritz Hotel, the table is filled with delicious food that is not inferior to that of Yushan cuisine, and is protected by various soundproofing methods to discuss the future.
The young people who are about to enter the marriage hall look like this. In a warm and romantic place with a bit of luxury, while enjoying food, while depicting the future blueprint of life, family, vision-this is normal. Everyone has a vision for the future. Looking forward, no matter whether it can be achieved, everyone needs a future that can be expected.
But that romantic color was not reflected in the unmarried couple. Originally, Roland had a headache for how to create a harmonious atmosphere. Only a few minutes later, all efforts failed.
The love and romance components of the originally arranged marriage can be described as very few. Marriage between large families is a master of power calculation. It is a little difficult to produce a chemical reaction called "feeling" from it.
What's more, they have more important things to consider than to increase their feelings.
The successor of the monopoly chaebol;
Queen of the Kingdom;
No matter what they do, they will become part of politics, including marriage, work, and interviews.
"This is not unique to the present. In the past, there were often battlefield medical groups formed by women from various countries in the war against the orcs. There are even girl knights, and now in the old stalemate that the Riga fortress cannot be attacked, it is necessary to mention Boost morale—"
"And as a symbol of a compromise between the consortium and the royal family."
The repressed angry voice trembles in the air, and he noticed that the teenager who said his words did not open his face. The girl also lowered her head. The box was dominated by dignified silence.
In order to ensure that the transaction goes smoothly. Both parties will provide some kind of guarantee, but when the weight of the written and verbal guarantees is not enough to reassure each other, the trader must provide some collateral with sufficient "weight".
Huge amounts of gold, land and real estate, customs taxes... and more. Political symbol.
In the past history, women who have participated in the field consolation group will be awarded the title of honorary priesthood in order to show their gratitude to the church. Although it was only an honor, it was also an important intangible asset. Once the visit went smoothly, Minerva was awarded a title such as "Holy Saint Sister", and the v.e company that married her would also gain greater prestige.
Therefore, putting such an important political asset with huge returns on the dangerous front line is also enough to prompt the consortium to take the expeditionary force's logistics seriously and not to be "surprise" on whim.
It's really a good calculation.
(But isn’t it the same as the hostage?)
Roland thought in disgust. It is a common practice for royal families to send princesses or princes to hostages as hostages, but that is basically forced by frustration. The low postures made to avoid the demise of the country can be the current war...
Clenching the molars, Roland turned his face back, and the face of the girl was printed on the purple pupil.
Wenwuquancai, extraordinary appearance, noble background, good academic and excellent-a collection of many advantages in one, it is no exaggeration to call Minerva the ideal woman among many men.
Yes, Minerva is very beautiful. At the moment, under the light of the lights and evening dress, it looks even more radiant, even Roland thinks it is very beautiful.
But that beauty is also very illusory and fragile.
Everything is given priority to positions and responsibilities. Such consciousness is necessary for those in charge of power, but for this reason, even self-abandonment is abandoned...
Thinking that way, Roland knew very well that Minerva had no choice.
The world is far from easy to let people choose the future freely. As a queen, before enjoying the worry-free life of Jinyiyushi, receiving the best education, and caring for the appearance of Huarongyue with the most advanced beauty products, she has been given the royal family , Her excellent life is only for her to fulfill this mission.
In this regard, Roland is very clear and understandable.
Understandably, it does not mean acceptance.
"...Do you know the situation on the front line?"
Deep in thought, Roland threw questions.
Since we have to go to the frontline to condolences, it is necessary to have a certain degree of understanding of where the situation is. Bringing fun, curious or out-of-date naive romance into that place is likely to cause some degree of psychological trauma, so it is necessary to prevent it first. needle.
In addition, he also wanted to know what Minerva thought about the war.
Justice, morality, right and wrong.
What did Minerva think of this war in which these concepts were unable to intervene? In other words, what is the mainstream view of mankind?
This is important and may determine the future.
"I have read the report, what should I say..."
Minerva frowned, spent a little time sifting through the words, and then spoke out.
"'Very cruel'-this is the most intuitive feeling, and further, it's just disgusting."
"Ok."
As long as it is not related to the team's results and losses, the report will not inject too much water, not to mention the embarrassment of Albion has always been the fun of the Charlie Man, so the Riga Fortress Raiders report submitted to the royal family should be very Close to the truth. From those reports. Everyone will feel tragic and disgusting.
This is a good thing, as Li Lin said: "It's a good thing that war is so cruel, otherwise everyone will like it."
Although it seemed weird to say from his mouth, the truth is really the case, if the whole world has experienced a brutal war, he can smile with a smile, and say aloud like a beast of passion, "Masters, I The madman who loves war, this world is not far from destruction.
When he was slightly relieved, unexpected words floated over.
"But, in order to win. In order not to be enslaved. We must persevere until we win the final victory."
"..."
Not knowing how to comment, Roland suppressed Minerva with a complicated mood.
The conclusion is not incorrect, in fact this is a model answer. No one will question this. Instead, ask the same question to the orcs. Most of you will get a similar answer.
No one likes to be put to death. They will not voluntarily become slaves and accept the same treatment as domestic animals, but the defeated are not eligible to bargain. The one who wins the battle is the one who wins. If you don't want to be a fish, you will use all means to win, and only the winner will not be looted.
This is the truth of the world, the unchanging reality.
After the demise of Gilmania, what kind of treatment did the elves face. What did the orcs do after they entered the human country? What did mankind do after the invasion of the Principality-Roland knew too well.
No one is wrong, everyone just follows the truth, and obey their own ideas to survive desperately.
(Is the result still like this...)
He didn't want to blame anyone, everyone was right, and he didn't want to say such arrogant and irresponsible "this world is wrong". But he did not want to be so silent.
Yes, weak meat and strong food are the truth of the world, but wise life is not a beast. In addition to war and killing, there should be room for other good things to exist. It is not possible to disregard morality and human nature simply because of the simple
no way
, and use all means without scruples.
Maybe this is naive;
Perhaps this is naive;
Or maybe this is a little wayward;
Roland sat upright and said his decision.
"I will go with you."
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"Are you going to accompany the queen girl to the front? Roland, have you eaten too much? Confused?"
Freya patted the table vigorously, and the window glass shook under the loud noise of "bang bang".
"This kind of thing will never work!"
Brun Hill’s attitude was more determined, and the action of wiping the gun was faster, and the silver-plated layer of the automatic pistol shone under the light.
"If Richelieu dare to approve the old thing, I will send a box of pineapples to his house!"
Judging from her serious expression, this is by no means just that if Cardinal Li happily issues a document that Roland accompanied Minerva to leave, the Cardinal family will definitely eat a grenade + iron fist rocket meal within an hour.
Roland sat in a chair opposite the two sisters and looked down at his shoes without saying a word, like a prisoner being tried. Behind him, Thor and Caspar are looking left and right, like a prison guard watching prisoners.
But Brun Hill, Freya, and Li Lin, who sat silent in the middle, were the interrogators.
When Brenhill and Freya finished speaking, Roland began to refute.
"I have no problem anywhere."
He said aloud, his tone calm.
"Don't you think this is a good opportunity? An opportunity to change Minerva's idea and sow the idea of ​​coexistence with different races among humans?"
"So you want to use the identity of the protector to guide the queen girl?"
Drinking a large glass of water in one breath, Freya shook her head.
"Damn it, I thought you had changed your childish diseases during the years outside. Listen, we are changing the world, and revolution is not a treat."
"I know what you want to say, I just think that you can try something other than force."
"That's not something you can decide without permission. There is a special process for this kind of major decision. When will the military school tell you that you can play "Xia Ke Shang" and engage in such a small action of "get on the bus before buying tickets"?"
Freya snorted coldly. Although she used to be a disciplinary breaker, Roland's behavior made her unhappy.
"If you have any plans and opinions, you can tell us first, after fully discussing the argument, we will decide whether to adopt it."
Brenhill joined the criticism queue, but everyone knew she was looking for a step for Roland.
"You also know that His Excellency Li Lin is not a person who cannot tolerate opinions."
Freya mumbled a word of "eccentricity" and stopped speaking. All the participants looked at Li Lin, the only one who could make the call.
Under the surface criticism, Brenhill also hinted what Li Lin should say, and everyone waited for the conclusion of the silent master.
"Roland."
"Yes."
"I have a few questions for you."
After receiving an affirmative answer from Roland, Li Lin nodded and made a gesture towards Tor and Casper who were still standing.
"Don't stand silly, this is a meeting, not a prisoner."
Without any hesitation, Thor and Caspar each took a chair and sat down, then Li Lin raised a finger.
"How sure are you to change the values ​​that a rebellious girl has formed?"
The focus of attention immediately shifted from Li Lin to Roland.
If it is a white child, it is not difficult to inculcate a whole set of values. The rebellious children already have their own ideas, and they are very stubborn to stick to their immature values, just like guarding a treasure. Directly pointing out mistakes will only arouse their rebellious emotions, and the polite persuasion cannot be remembered by these little guys.
Moreover, Minerva is a royal family, and the concept of putting the royal family and national interests first is deeply ingrained. For this reason, even self can be abandoned. To change her values, it is not possible to change her values.
Before Roland said the answer, Li Lin raised another finger.
"Do you think that the racial vendetta that has been formed for thousands of years can be resolved by goodwill?"
"but……"
"Finally, how do you allow vested interests to give up some living space?"
Three questions are actually a question: how to make human beings accept heteroracial? This involves not only concepts, races, and beliefs, but also more realistic interests. In terms of fundamental interests, no one will make compromises. Noble concepts and lofty virtues are nothing in front of and needs. To correct this error, it is inevitable to use force.
"We are not preparing for war because we like war~EbookFREE.me~ War is just a means to achieve our goals, and it is the last resort to use it under desperate circumstances. If we can, we will of course try to avoid using it."
"But try it..."
"Don't worry, I'm not saying that you did something wrong. Although it's a bit ahead, it's the right direction. After all, we can't use force to solve all problems."
"and so?"
"Your little trick succeeded, congratulations."
Pa Pa Pa, patted his palm a few times, Li Lin continued to say:
"But everything has a corresponding price, I believe you should be aware of it? Say? Is it to try my food for a week before departure? Or choose one of the ladies around you to share the same bed and sleep? Or Honestly do my fiance's duty and accompany Her Royal Highness to spend a perfect romantic evening?"
Faced with the loving smile of his adoptive father, Roland's entire face was cramped. (To be continued...)