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    ¡ª¡ªIn the spring of 1588 AD, more than 130 warships from all over the world gathered in the port of Lisbon on the Atlantic Ocean.  The sails fluttering in the wind are covered with countless flags of the Kingdom of Spain and embroidered images of Christ and the Virgin Mary.  This is what King Philip II of Spain (Philip.II) proudly named it the Armada.  At this moment, the fleet is getting ready and is only waiting for the king's order to set sail for the expedition to England.  Spain is far away from Britain, let alone risking an expedition with such a huge fleet?  The reason is this.  Mary, Queen of Scots (Mary Stuart) fled to England after being deposed due to a domestic coup in 1568.  As soon as she arrived in England, she became a prisoner of Queen Elizabeth (Elizabeth.I).  After Mary was imprisoned, the upper class Catholics in England who opposed Elizabeth immediately launched an armed riot, hoping to rescue Mary from prison and make her Queen of England.  In order to consolidate her throne as queen, Elizabeth beheaded Mary in February 1587 on charges of being a conspirator.  Mary's execution was a serious failure for the Catholic Church in Europe.  The Pope immediately issued a special edict calling on Catholics to fight against the British.  Philip II was the first to respond.  He spent an entire summer gathering and equipping this large fleet - the Armada - for his expedition to England.  In fact, Philip II went to war with England not just to avenge Mary.  What annoyed him most was that Britain had been using pirates to conduct smuggling trade in his colonies and rob Spanish ships carrying gold and silver, causing Spain to suffer huge losses.  Spain could not maintain its position as maritime supremacy without defeating Britain.  However, at that time, Britain's maritime strength was not strong, and the entire fleet had only 9,000 combat personnel, which was difficult to match the Spanish maritime fleet.  "'So, in order to fight against the Armada, you need our help, Your Majesty the Queen.'" The person who spoke to the Queen with confident words was a beautiful girl who looked to be only about fourteen years old.  Skin like fresh snow.  In stark contrast to the skin, the long black hair, which makes people suspect that he is from the East, hangs down to his waist.  Elizabeth on the throne frowned and looked at the girl in front of her who was wearing a simple black dress and exuding a strange atmosphere.  "How are you sure that Britain will go to war with Spain? You know, I am currently negotiating peace with the Duke of Parma." Elizabeth did not want to go to war with Spain - she was really afraid of Spain. This was not without reason, because Spain was at that time  But the country with the most powerful army and navy in the world.  "'Don't you understand, Her Majesty the Queen?'" A mocking smile appeared on the girl's face.  "'As long as you continue to encourage privateering and support the rebellion in Jutland, there will inevitably be war between Britain and Spain - because Britain's actions have threatened Spain's interests.'" "¡­¡­¡­¡­¡­¡­¡­¡­  "'The reason why they will negotiate with you is obviously because Philip II wants to wait until everything is ready before going to war. For Catholic Spain, this war is a holy war and a crusade.  , whose purpose is to bring Britain back into the sphere of Catholic influence. So no matter what, war is inevitable.'" "I have a question." Elizabeth asked.  "Judging from the current situation, Spain obviously has an absolute advantage, but as a businessman, why do you want to help Britain, which has little chance of winning?" "'Of course there are interests involved in this.'" "Oh, we can and  Can you tell me?" "As you said, Spain has an absolute advantage, which means that for them my help is dispensable. And Britain is just the opposite. There is a saying in the ancient East,  'It's better to provide icing on the cake than to provide help when it is time'. If Britain defeats Spain, then we, who provide help in times of need, will naturally receive huge benefits that far exceed the funding of Spain." "Then how can you be sure that Britain will win?" "I have no guarantee of victory.  Be sure. But the benefits I will gain are worth the risk.¡¯¡± Elizabeth talked quietly for a moment with Sir Leicester*1, Lord Chamberlain to the Chancellor of the Exchequer, William Cecil, who was beside her.  Nod slightly.  Then, Elizabeth asked the girl.  "So, what do you want in return?" "'80% of the right to operate weapons in British territory-including colonies.'" ""!  ?  "" These words of the girl choked Elizabeth and others.  If Britain really defeated Spain, then its position as maritime supremacy would not be lost.  After that, Britain will definitely expand its colonies, which will inevitably require a large number of weapons.  80% of the weapons management rights are obviously an amazing wealth.  "Then, what kind of support can you provide to Britain?" "A navy of 2,000 people is enough for the British army to use rations and weapons for a month. This should be a considerable amount of support for Britain, which has a small land.  "Okay." "Okay, I promise you." Elizabeth smiled bitterly.  For the UK at this moment, it would be good to have more help.  And she felt a little relieved in her heart - the huge reward the girl asked for was enough to explain her reason for helping Britain.  The girl smiled slightly and bowed.  "'Then, I would like to wish Britain to become the maritime hegemon.'" "Thank you for your good words. I hope our cooperation will be happy, Miss. Brunestud."

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    "Ah, we are so exhausted~ As soon as we returned to our residence, the girl - Solar Brunestud immediately threw away her original way of speaking, which was mixed between true and false, and rushed towards a man with braids.  In the arms of the blonde girl. "Thank you.  "The girl hugged Sheng Luo and let her lie on the bed, and she also sat down. Then, she put her head on her lap. "How did things go?  "Yes~~Of course it's settled."  "Then, Sheng Luo explained the agreement reached between himself and Elizabeth in detail to everyone present. "I don't quite understand, Miss.  "Fina Blood Svelten, Saint Lo's guard and the eighth ancestor of the Dead Apostles [White Knight], asked with confusion. "We are not short of money. What do you think?  Why intervene in the Armada naval battle?  "Well, we are indeed not short of money."  "Like a lazy cat, Sheng Luo replied lazily, "But in this world, we don't have our own power.  "So, do you plan to develop your power in Britain, which will become the world's hegemon according to history?"  "Lancelot Du Lac, standing against the wall and wearing silver armor, said. "That's right.  And we also need to expand our reputation through this battle, so we must win this battle.  " Sheng Luo finished speaking firmly, raised his head, and looked at the girl who was combing his black hair with ruby ????eyes apologetically. "Sorry, Jeanne.  This time you are asked to help the enemy.  "In the 15th century, Joan of Arc, the Saint of Orleans, led France to victory in the Hundred Years' War between England and France. And her enemy was none other than Britain. "It doesn't matter.  " Joan of Arc gently scratched the tip of Sheng Luo's nose and said softly. "After you saved my motherland and me, my body and soul belong to you.  So, you don't need to worry.  "But, we did it because -" Joan pressed her index finger on Saint Lo's lips to interrupt her: "No matter what your original purpose was, you did save me and France."  Not for gods, not for God, not for faith, and certainly not for justice.  I, Jeanne d'Arc, exist only for you.  "" Sheng Luo stared blankly at Joan of Arc's violet eyes, and then laughed softly. "'Idiot.  ¡¯¡± She stood up and issued an order. ¡°Sir Brad, prepare to assemble the ¡®ghost army¡¯.  Get ready for war.  ""yes.  " Brad lowered his head respectfully. As if to show off his white and tender arms, Saint Luo raised his hand. "Everyone, this is our first battle in this life.  Whether it's a head-on fight or a despicable fight, we must defeat the legend of the Armada!  !  "

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    ¡ù1: Robert Dudley, Elizabeth¡¯s favorite, has long been considered her lover.

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