Civilization: Beyond Two Worlds

If the relationship between Kant and the Sunset Moon Dynasty was a little complicated due to the relationship between Derila and Marykith, with both historical relics and a bright future ahead, then his relationship with the Empire…

It was relatively pure.

The Empire’s ambassador to Goethe was an old-fashioned and prudent gentleman, and he was well aware of such matters. Moreover, to be able to be assigned to a place like Goethe by the Empire and not be recalled even after the outbreak of the Songmoon War, one could imagine the situation of this brother in the Empire’s politics.

Ever since Goethe’s situation was critical and the dynasty did not make any moves, Goethe’s impression of this nominal suzerain had been getting worse by the day. After the incident with the Penguin and Princess Tina’s subsequent declaration were sent back to Goethe, the public opinion was boiling like fire. Under such circumstances, the dynasty’s ambassador was on tenterhooks all day long, living like a turtle. Other than panic, there was nothing else he could do.

When Goethe was about to lose, he panicked. Even when Goethe won, he still panicked.

If he lost, he was afraid that the crazy Goethe people would die together with him.

If he won, he was afraid that the Goethe people, who had the support of the Skyquaking Dragon, would declare war on the dynasty for revenge. As a despicable citizen of the dynasty, he would be dragged out and beheaded at the pledge ceremony.

I heard that this is very popular in Aurora.

The Arcane Magic Council’s emissaries were able to risk their lives for the dignity and honor of their own organization. They were neither servile nor overbearing because they had the money, treatment, compensation, and laws.

To the ambassador of the empire, he could go to hell. Even if he licked his boots, what could the emperor do to him?

Therefore, after the news that Kant went straight to the door came, he rushed out of the door and jogged all the way. He nodded and bowed to invite Kant in. He said yes, his attitude was respectful, and his smile was always there.

He knew why Kant was here.

As the ambassador of the empire, he had received the highest secret order from the emperor. As a noble of the empire, he also had his own channels of information. He heard that something big had happened in the Blue Wave Province.

Originally, it was the Dragon Tribe’s diplomatic mission that went missing. It was only later discovered that it was not missing, but that the dragons had accidentally discovered the ancient ruins buried here. There was a magical substance that could change the course of history hidden inside, and Goethe wanted to take it all for himself…In other words, Kant wanted to take it all for himself.

This rumor had a nose and eyes, and it was getting more and more intense.

Initially, everyone was skeptical when they heard it. It was difficult to tell whether such rumors were true or false. There were seven or eight similar rumors in a month, but this time was different.

The Imperial Fleet in the Broken Seas urgently recalled the crew who were recuperating on the shore. A dragon emerged from the Dragon Island in the Blue Sea in the south. The Sunset Moon Council held another closed-door meeting. The envoy of the Arcane Council had arrived in Goethe. The behemoths that dominated the international order in the world had confirmed the accuracy of the rumors with their actions.

It was true.

As a result, an invisible wave spread down from the pyramid, layer after layer.

Goethe once again became the center of the world.

The ambassador’s private message came from Broken Sea Domain.

Not only were the fleets of the Imperium gathering urgently, but the adventurer teams, private mercenaries, wandering fleets, and armed forces of the Chamber of Commerce were also rubbing their fists. Like hyenas that had smelled blood, they were wondering if they could get some minced meat from the feast.

After all, the flesh that flowed out of the teeth of the elves, the empire, and the council was enough to fill them to death. If they really couldn’t, they could still eat Goethe.

Yes, it was.

Goethe seemed to have angered everyone this time. The world’s hegemon, the common ruler of mankind, and the center of magical technology. With these three magnates working together, what use would a Forbidden Mage be?

If Goethe was defeated and dismembered, the ensuing chaos would undoubtedly be a feast.

When a country collapsed, it would become a good opportunity for a small group of people to feast. That was the best time to seize the wealth created by a weak country, kidnap their children and women, and occupy their land and minerals. These were the most profitable businesses in the world.

In fact, before the War of Songmoon ended, the hyenas of the world were already restless, but the outcome made them disappointed and retreat…Now, there was hope.

Goethe’s current situation was clearly worse than during the Songmoon War.

And now, the news had yet to spread completely.

That was why the ambassador was all smiles when he received Kant. He knew that the Forbidden Mage must be extremely displeased. It could even be said that he was furious.

He did not want to become the target of the other party’s anger.

But…

The ambassador looked at the faces of the people of Aurora in front of him with a smile on his face, but a trace of suspicion flashed through his heart.

That was not right.

The news was leaked, and his plan failed. In the blink of an eye, Goethe was besieged by the entire world. Once the news spread, there would definitely be many Goethe people who hated Kant. They would think that he was the one who caused all this. The Skyquaking Dragon, who was in high spirits now, should be anxious, angry, crazy, and hysterical.

Why was he smiling?

For some reason, he felt a chill run down his spine when he saw Kant’s smile.

“Mr. Ambassador.”

” Sorry to disturb you,” Kant said with a smile.” I would like you to deliver a message to your emperor for me.”

The ambassador suddenly quivered.

“Alright, alright, alright!” He nodded hurriedly.

Damn it, you scared me to death. I thought you were here to protest, threaten, and threaten me.

So you know that I’m just a nobody. It’s useless to tell me.

That’s good. It’s just sending a letter. It’s too simple. I’ll even send a letter of challenge.

He immediately got up and walked quickly to the desk. He bent down and made an inviting gesture.” Your Highness, please pass your letter to me. I can seal and send it under your guidance.”

Kant waved his hand.” No, no, no. You’ve misunderstood. My letter will be delivered on its own. I was hoping that Mr. Ambassador could help me remind your emperor that I was the one who sent the letter. Tell him to reply.”

The ambassador was stunned. I, I don’t understand…”

You wrote a letter to the Emperor and delivered it yourself. Why do you want me to tell the Emperor that you wrote it and remind him to reply? Can’t you add your own name?

Kant looked at him with a half-smile, then turned to look at the map hanging on the wall.

He looked at it for a while and said with interest,” Ambassador, I heard from my Tina that there’s a place called the Broken Islands. A group of scoundrels and bandits live there. Where is that place?”

The ambassador subconsciously pointed to Kant.

Then, he understood the smile on the other party’s face.

His face quickly lost its color, turning pale and terrified.

Kant smiled as he took the map down and asked the ambassador if he could give it to him.

The ambassador said yes.

” Thank you, then I’ll take my leave. Ambassador, remember to write a letter and tell the Emperor that I wrote that letter and that he has to reply. Although I will sign it, I’m afraid that he will lie to himself. This person can do anything, but he can’t lie to himself. Am I right?”

The ambassador sent Kant out in a daze.

“There’s no need to send me off,” Kant said with a smile.

This was just a polite remark. According to the principle of politeness, after the ambassador heard this, he had to send him to the door enthusiastically. However, he really stayed at the door of the reception room, as if his feet were rooted to the ground.

” Don’t forget.” Kant waved goodbye.

“Dang…Of course not.” The ambassador forced a smile.” Please believe me.”

” Of course. I’m famous for being trustworthy. They call me Kant, the one who trusts no one.”

The people of Aurora left under the gaze of the ambassador. When they turned the corner, they reached out and hugged a guard in armor. They wrapped their arms around his neck and held the map.” Excuse me, where are the Broken Islands?”

“..”

The sky was clear and the sun was high. The sea breeze was cool. West of Goethe, deep in the sea.

This was the outpost of the Endless Ocean, a sea area called the Broken Islands. The islands of all sizes seemed to have been cut into pieces by the sharp swords of the gods. They were scattered in a mess. It was such a chaotic rule.

In today’s world, the most profitable business was sea trade.

Everyone knew that the Twilight Moon Elves were the hegemons of the world. They originated from the vast forest, but they made their fortune from the sea. They formed a powerful economy, territory, and military system with fleets, colonization, and sea trade. There was even a Phoenix King who publicly said that the sea was the elves ‘second home.

A large ship could transport goods that could not be moved by hundreds of mules and horses to distant destinations quickly and easily, earning huge profits. It was not only time-saving but also energy-saving.

Land merchants needed to buy mules and horses to transport goods, buy food, and hire people to take care of the big carts. The roads were long and difficult to travel on, unlike sea transportation, which didn’t require the manpower of mules and horses. It could travel thousands of miles, relying entirely on the power of the God of Wind and the Sea God. What a cost-effective business.

To a merchant, shipping was the road to wealth. To a country, shipping was the lifeline. It was so important and the profits were so huge, but it also meant risks. Getting lost, pirates, and natural disasters. Every year, many people made a lot of money, but of course, there were also people who lost everything.

Smart people were risk-averse, and smart people liked more comfortable and safe ways to make money. Just like how gold diggers earned wealth through hard work and sweat, smart people sold shovels and drinking water. Ocean shipping was so profitable, so smart people also chose smarter ways.

For example, providing various port services.

Or collect taxes.

The former was the means of ordinary small fries, while the latter was the privilege of big hooligans.

Due to its special geographical location, the Broken Sea Domain had become the transit station for the Western Ocean. Resources and gold coins were gathered here, and every drop of seawater here emitted the smell of wealth.

Goethe also had a long and narrow coast and many excellent natural ports. However, compared to Goethe, the Broken Islands had a greater advantage. Goethe’s ruler and a part of the noble class still retained the romance of the pioneering era. They were morally clean and prohibited slave trade, human trafficking, banned drugs, smuggling, smuggling, and so on. If they did not do these most profitable businesses, what else could they do?

What Goethe could do, the Broken Islands could do. What Goethe couldn’t do, the Broken Islands could do.

With such a competitive advantage, the Broken Islands were naturally favored. Ever since Songmoon became hostile and the elves gradually suppressed Goethe’s living space in the ocean, the importance of the Broken Islands became more prominent.

There was no government here, and it was not affiliated to any country. The elves had once wanted to bring it under their rule, but they gave up after thinking twice in the face of intertwined interests and extremely complicated population composition. The elves did not have to attack and rule here personally. An invincible fleet and army were enough to achieve the same effect.

Each island had its own owner to govern and manage, and formed a loose and complex parliament. Every famous force on the continent had a spokesperson and interests here.

This became the international consensus and tacit consent.

Wealth flowed here day and night, but it also bred evil and suffering. Creatures from all kinds of countries who wanted to escape from the past struggled, rose, and died here.

At this moment, the sun was setting, and noon had passed. In the crowded and chaotic docks and ports, ships were raising their sails one after another. The sailors were urgently tidying up and repairing them.

” Another one, the Shameless Scoundrel. Are the Hounds of the Sisford Merchant Association going too?”

On Arkins Island in the southeastern region, a mage tower stood on the peak of the island, overlooking the entire archipelago. As one of the pillars of the magic defense system of the Broken Archipelago, two mages on duty leaned against the railing and scanned the area with Eagle Eyes. They chatted as they watched.

“Bah, human traffickers, a bunch of scum.”

Another mage spat. He had long black hair tied up into a knot and covered with a crown. He was actually from Skyquaking.” What are they going to do?” Did he really think that Goethe was done for? Can’t wait to sell Goethe’s women to the big shots all over the world?”

“Isn’t that so?”

Another mage with curly brown hair pointed below. In the vast Broken Islands, more than half of the islands had docks and harbors. Ships of all sizes were anchored here.

Now that it was nearing evening, many ships were actually about to set sail.

” Look at these sharks that smell blood. Goethe is in big trouble this time. They are scum, villains, criminals, and greedy people. But you have to admit that in this damn world, these sh * t are living very well. They have no dignity, no shame, no loyalty, and no shame. They only have interests. They can only smell the scent of interests and the weaknesses of the enemy. Every time, they smell it accurately and well.”

He sighed.” The Empire, the Elves, the Council, every single one of them can turn the Broken Isles into ruins in an instant. Now that they have joined forces to deal with an enemy together, which country in this world can resist them? Not to mention a single individual…”

“That’s a Forbidden Mage!” retorted his companion.

The mage shrugged.” Yes, yes, but the Arcane Magic Council also represents the highest achievement of magic in our world. Do you dare to say that there are no methods and measures to deal with Forbidden Spell Mages? Not to mention the elves and the empire. Perhaps even the dragons will get involved. And your idol Kant is only one person. No matter how powerful he is, there is a limit to his casting ability. Besides…”

“Besides, His Highness Kant and the Elven Empress…” The other party continued to argue angrily.

“.. It’s just boring gossip. Everyone can share it and laugh about it. It’s fine if they tease the elves, but you don’t really believe it, do you?”

The mage shook his head. “Sigh, I’ve long understood that the ones who dominate this world are always these high and mighty figures. The Emperor of the Empire, the Elven Empress, the Speaker of the Council, and the island masters who are swaying their wine glasses and sipping elegantly in the high-class areas and spires over there. They use money and power to control the hearts of the people, speaking with confidence and making the people below them sell their lives…”

“Even a Forbidden Mage is just a slightly stronger weapon. They don’t care about him…” he sighed.

“I think you don’t understand at all! The power of a forbidden spell was not in its lethality, but in its deterrence! You have no idea what His Highness Kant’s power means. He…”

” Alright, stop talking. We’ve already counted to the fifty-fourth ship. There will definitely be more tomorrow. So many ships, so many forces, and so many wills are heading to Goethe to besiege, covet, and plunder. Even if Kant has the power of the Forbidden Spell, what can he do?”

“Use a forbidden spell to flatten the Broken Islands? How big was this sea area? I doubt even his Forbidden Spell can do it-and even if it does, what are the consequences? There were at least a million people here. Most of them were scums, but there were also many good people. More importantly, they came from all over the world. Endless interests and money intertwined, and even elves did not dare to touch them…Use a forbidden spell to flatten it?”

“The next day, he will become the public enemy of the whole world.”

“Wait until these ships go out to sea before fighting? The sea is so big, how can he fight?”

As he spoke, he patted his companion’s shoulder.” That’s the truth. In the face of true power, the so-called power that Spell Casters like us wield is not worth mentioning. I finally understand that this is how the world is. Instead of searching for the so-called truth, it’s better to make money and join them. Life is short, so enjoy yourself. It’s better than anything. It’s time for you to give up on those fantasies…”

” Kant is not omnipotent. You should stop thinking about recovering your homeland. As you can see, Kant can’t even protect Goethe. How can he save Aurora? That has nothing to do with you. You grew up here and became a mage. You are respected by everyone. Why don’t you enjoy life?”

He said a few words, but his companion did not answer. He was unhappy. He turned around and saw that the other party was looking at the sky in shock. His expression changed from surprise to fear. He shouted,” What is that?”

The mage subconsciously looked up and saw the brilliance shining in the sky like a meteor.

In the next moment, the detection magic devices behind them let out a loud screech. Then, the mages in the entire Broken Sea Region buzzed and flashed. Rays of light shot into the sky and into the clouds. The sharp screech swept across the entire island. The warning system that was built with a lot of money had issued the highest level of alert-an attack had arrived!

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[PS 1: Upgraded…] F * ck, I can’t finish writing. I’ll sleep and write again when I get up.