MTL - Don’t Confiscate My Citizenship

Chapter 537 Lan Qi’s firm belief

 Poland Empire, capital Helsalem.

 In the long hall of the Capitol, members were whispering to each other in their seats, their faces mixed with nervousness, doubts and curiosity.

The light is dim, as if only the dust between black and white and light can be seen.

Tensions in the chamber came to a head when the new Prime Minister entered the hall.

His figure looked firm and decisive, and he was wearing a formal black suit and was meticulous. He walked through the crowd and walked to the podium. Every step seemed heavy and full of meaning.

　　When he stood on the podium, a low noise sounded in the audience.

 Prime Minister Wilford looked around, took a deep breath, and then began his speech.

His voice was firm and powerful, full of passion and determination. He talked about the challenges facing the Polante Empire, his attitude and his belief in the future. It not only explained the current situation, but also inspired the citizens.

Journalists continued to carefully record his words, and MPs also had different reactions to his speech. Some seemed surprised, while others were skeptical.

 “Because without victory, there is no way to survive!”

His speech was not only a statement within the Congress, but also a declaration to the entire Perrant Empire and even the entire world.

Soon, with the end of the speech after the Prime Minister took office, the crowd began to disperse.

 So Lan Qi temporarily closed his eyes and rested his mind for a short time.

The roof is very low, making it suffocating.

Most of the seats in the entire Congress Hall were eerily silent.

 “Victory at all costs.”

From time to time, they look at Duke Moretti, who is now the real leader of power and conservatives. Only if he takes out the handkerchief of approval from his breast pocket, others will follow suit. This is Ranchi Will. Even Ford, the new prime minister, is hard to change.

Even conservative members wonder why Ranch Wilford turned his back on them after taking office.

 Through the corridors, Lan Qi said goodbye to many people and came to a small and quaint conference room with dark wooden walls.

“No matter how scary it is, we must strive for victory, no matter how long the road ahead is, we must strive for victory.”

 “Victory, what we want is victory.”

 He seemed to have not had much rest in the past two days and had been working against time.

 But it did not impress the conservatives at all.

 Lanci sat at one end of the conference table. His posture was dignified and firm, his hair neatly combed, but his eyes showed a little tiredness.

Those who should leave left, and those who should continue the meeting went to the House of Lords conference hall on the other floor of the building.

Although he was originally a conservative, he has now shown a more radical attitude, which obviously makes everyone confused about his position.

Lanchi’s voice was impassioned.

 This is his first national speech since taking office.

 However, it is undeniable that the new prime minister has demonstrated an extraordinary aura of staying calm in the face of crisis at this critical moment.

 Thick curtains make this space more traditional and authoritative. A long conference table occupies the center of the room, with neatly placed documents and pens on it.

 Not long after waiting, Duke Moretti and his followers also came to the conference room with the sound of footsteps.

Duke Moretti's posture appeared more stable and relaxed. He was wearing a dark coat with a handsome cut. He was chatting and laughing softly with the people around him. Compared with the other conservatives who cast doubts and complicated looks on Ranchi as soon as they entered the door, Duke Moretti's posture seemed more stable and relaxed. Duke Moretti didn't seem too hostile.

finally.

"Mr. Wilford, I think we have been waiting for you for a long time, and each of our time is precious."

Duke Moretti sat at the conference table, leaned back in his chair, and reminded Lan Qi opposite him.

 The atmosphere became a bit tense and other members did not dare to speak.

No one is sure whether Duke Moretti’s calmness at this moment is hidden in his smile. Conservatives only know that the Duke’s face was expressionless when he heard Ranchi’s speech in the parliament hall, and he never had the intention to touch the handkerchief that represented his approval.

“I’m sorry, but my attitude was made quite clear in my speech this morning. This meeting itself is a waste of everyone’s time.”

Lanqi opened his eyes, looked directly at the other person, and replied.

 “Your Majesty Prime Minister——”

Duke Moretti chuckled lightly, seemingly not minding the domineering attitude shown by the new prime minister before he even took up his position, "The military power of the Horning Empire is superior to ours in all aspects, and there are also the vampires." Support, once the neighboring Kingdom of Bliss falls, we will have to fight with all our strength."

Duke Moretti leaned forward slightly and said to Ranchi and everyone present.

“I think the next month is our last chance to negotiate for peace.”

 He reminded Lan Qi in a low voice.

　　It seems to have some warning meaning.

 This is also the main purpose of today’s meeting.

 As the Minister of Foreign Affairs, he understands the latest situation far better than Lanci.

"We must not be frightened before the other party comes."

Lanchi replied calmly.

 His eyes did not give in at all.

The meeting room suddenly became eerily quiet. No one responded to Lan Qi's words that once again made his attitude clear. They looked more at Duke Moretti.

 “Your Majesty Prime Minister, I have reservations about this.”

Duke Moretti continued.

 “Who has no reservations?”

Lan Qi raised his eyebrows.

“I think your idea is more likely to cause many unnecessary sacrifices. It’s not that there are no other options.”

Duke Moretti smiled, not paying attention to the stubbornness that Lan Qi showed just now.

 “What other options are there?”

 Lanci’s question had no questioning tone, as if he had doubts about Duke Moretti’s answer in advance.

"I will ask the diplomatic ambassador of the southern Prunuo Empire to help us secure opportunities for negotiation with the Horning Empire. As long as the freedom and independence of the Paulante Empire can be guaranteed, we will consider all proposals to avoid unnecessary conflicts with the Horning Empire. war."

Duke Moretti replied.

“Because doing so is also beneficial to them, and they don’t need to pursue the same fate as us.”

 He added.

Most people’s eyes followed Duke Moretti and looked at Ranchi.

From ancient times to the present, the Horning Empire, as the southern hegemon, has never had the possibility of fighting against the Polante Empire in the northern continent. There is no feud between the two countries. Now the war is spreading all the way north. For the top brass of the Polante Empire, It is unpredictable in itself. If we can avoid fighting, we naturally hope not to fight.

 “Do you know who our real enemy is?”

 Lanci asked back without pause.

 “Obviously the Horning Empire, and the Blood Tribe.”

Duke Moretti’s plain words seemed to make him think that Lan Qi had asked a very meaningless question.

"Then have you ever considered that the real enemy is the Blood Clan instead of the simple Horning Empire? The ambition of the Blood Clan has been known to everyone since ancient times, and now it is overwhelming. Do you really think that they, a group of high-ranking creatures who feed on us humans, will give us Freedom and independence?”

 Lanci tapped his fingers on the table, the sound echoed in the room, his attitude was particularly determined.

This made some members of Parliament in the conference room look sideways.

There is indeed a rumor called "The Vampires have completely taken control of the Horning Empire".

Although the Horning Empire saw the emergence of vampires in this war.

However, the statement that "the Vampires completely control the Horning Empire" is not necessarily true, and there is always no evidence to confirm it.

The key is whether the current leader of the Horning Empire is a vampire or a human.

If the real enemy of their Polante Empire is not the alliance of humans and vampires, but the complete vampires, then it is indeed a terrible thing. Regardless of whether there is peace negotiation or not, the ultimate goal of the vampires is probably to trap humans.

 But the congressmen did not understand why the Prime Minister was so stubbornly willing to believe that "the Vampires had completely taken control of the Horning Empire" was more like the terrifying news coming from the south that shook their minds.

 As the supreme leader during wartime, if he cannot make accurate judgments in intelligence warfare, it will be a real disaster for the entire Polante Empire.

 (End of this chapter)