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- Crime Army 240_Free reading of the full text of Crime Army_Chapter 240 The dignitaries come from
Rochester never doubted the truth of this statement.
Yes, because of the existence of the Earth Federation, the comprehensive assessment of the living environment of various planets in the Pan-United Empire has been upgraded from "safe" to "dangerous" level year by year. The enjoyment of the nobles and the wanton killing of slaves and lower-class people have become important constraints that hinder the development of productive forces. As the most powerful person in the empire, Rochester certainly knew the crux of the problem, but he could not make fundamental changes. He could only increase military expenditures to continuously expand the strength of the empire and comprehensively improve the combat effectiveness of the fleet. This movement gradually develops into an overriding goal, and the sequence of actions in the plan becomes less arbitrary and optional. After all, the Empire is not a federation, and differences in political systems determine that the two major forces will never be able to merge. But the advantages and disadvantages of both sides are also obvious - the Empire has absolute authority in controlling the army and the people, while the Federation has mechanical production advantages that are difficult to compare with the Pan-Union.
"Who can tell me whether this decision is correct?"
Looking at the night sky outside the window, Rochester sighed softly. He muttered to himself, but couldn't find the answer he needed from the void.
The outcome of a war is, to a large extent, a test of a country¡¯s comprehensive strength.
In terms of manpower, the Empire undoubtedly has an absolute advantage - the census and intelligence in the first half of this year show that the population ratio of the Pan-Union and the Federation is approximately 1.4 to 1. Although the literacy rate of the empire's civilians is only 29% of that of the Federation, they have an instinctive sense of obedience to the nobles. In particular, the slavery system that ran through society for centuries greatly reduced the cost of recruiting civilian soldiers. Taking into account the advantages and disadvantages of all aspects, using the Imperial Yuan alone as the evaluation criterion: the cost per person of the Pan-Union to recruit civilians and train soldiers is at least 75% cheaper than that of the Federation.
Rochester never doubted the truth of this statement.
Yes, because of the existence of the Earth Federation. The comprehensive assessment of the living environment of various planets in the Pan-United Empire has been upgraded from "safe" to "dangerous" level year by year. The pleasures of nobles. The wanton killing of slaves and lower-class people has become an important constraint that hinders the development of productive forces. As the most powerful person in the empire, Rochester certainly knew the crux of the problem, but he could not make fundamental changes. He could only increase military expenditures to continuously expand the strength of the empire and comprehensively improve the combat effectiveness of the fleet. This movement gradually develops into an overriding goal, and the sequence of actions in the plan becomes less arbitrary and optional. After all, the Empire is not the Federation. Differences in political systems determine that the two major forces will never be able to merge. But the advantages and disadvantages of both sides are also obvious - the Empire has absolute authority in controlling the army and the people, while the Federation has mechanical production advantages that are difficult to compare with the Pan-Union.
"Who can tell me whether this decision is correct?"
Looking out the window at the night sky. Rochester sighed softly. He muttered to himself, but couldn't find the answer he needed from the void.
The outcome of a war is, to a large extent, a test of a country¡¯s comprehensive strength.
? Human resources. The Empire undoubtedly has an absolute advantage - the census and intelligence in the first half of this year show that the population ratio of the Pan-Union and the Federation is approximately 1.4 to 1. Although the literacy rate of the empire's civilians is only 29% of that of the Federation, they have an instinctive sense of obedience to the nobles. In particular, the slavery system that ran through society for centuries greatly reduced the cost of recruiting civilian soldiers. Taking into account the advantages and disadvantages of all aspects, using the Imperial Yuan alone as the evaluation criterion: the cost per person of the Pan-Union to recruit civilians and train soldiers is at least 75% cheaper than that of the Federation.
Resources, there is almost no difference between the two major forces. Both parties have vast raw material supply areas. The three basic strategic resources of ore, energy, and colloid are abundant, and there are billions of industrial civilians as free labor.
Battleship. It is the key factor that determines the war, and it is also the issue that Rochester is most worried about.
The empire does not lack military-industrial enterprises. Due to the system, the output ratio can only reach 80% of that of the federation. There was nothing the nobles and Rochester could do about this. Those damn slaves always tried their best to destroy the machinery, but the supervisors could not find any flaws in them. Especially the finished product qualification rate, in the best case, can only be maintained at about 36%. Although the imperial police repeatedly arrested slaves and punished them with the toughest and cruelest methods, corpses were hung on the gallows in the city at any time, and there was no shortage of severed heads in wooden cages for public display. . . . . . But the problem is so strange, those dirty and despicable creatures always refuse to admit defeat, and the number of warships produced can never meet the expected standards.
It is precisely because of this that the peace between the Pan-Union and the Federation can be maintained for a long time.hold. Even the most militant nobles despaired that the two powers would never be unified.
Like those exciting changes in history, the confrontation in silence will eventually change due to the emergence of a certain breakthrough. The Pan-United Empire got its chance completely by accident.
Now, Rochester can clearly feel its influence, and he is also excited and inspired by its existence.
He slowly turned around, walked to the closet, and pulled the rope installed next to the bookcase. Twenty seconds later, a servant wearing a light blue livery quietly appeared at the door and respectfully asked the master in a low voice what his orders were. This humble and rigorous attitude made Rochester very satisfied. He nodded and said, "Is the Marquis Fulgrim here? I remember that now is the time for his appointment."
"The Marquis's motorcade has just passed the checkpoint outside the palace."
The manservant replied respectfully: "The chambermaid is bringing him over. It will take about five minutes to cross the corridor."
"I'm a little hungry, go get some wine and biscuits."
Rochester continued to order: "Prepare one for the Marquis as well."
The valet took the order and left. After a few minutes, he brought in a delicate silver plate containing wine and chocolate walnut cookies. He carefully placed the tray on the table and backed out. At the same time, the figure of Marquis Fulgrim also appeared in front of the door.
The Marquis is an old man with snow-white hair, wearing a dull gray-black casual robe, with complex family crests embroidered on the cuffs with gold silk thread. Just looking at the appearance, the ordinary one cannot be more ordinary. Nothing special of note.
?? In Pan United, many people have heard of the name "Fulgrim". But there are also many who have never met the Marquis in person. It is common in the history of civilization to have a reputation louder than the person you are. However, the Marquis should be regarded as a rather special example - whether in some books published by the Federation or the Empire, Fulgrim is always associated with negative words such as blood, cruelty, and violence. Including the heirs to the title two generations ago, the high-pressure measures against civilians and slaves in the territory are topics worthy of discussion in noble circles.
It is said that Fulgrim likes to make breakfast with the brains of children.
It is said that the Marquis had a peculiar habit of bathing in human blood, believing that doing so could restore his youth.
It is said. This wrinkled old man tortures and kills a virgin every night. The methods are extremely perverted, bloody and outrageous. . . . . .
There are many other discussions like this. But no one has seen it with their own eyes. However, curiosity and "gossip" have always been brothers that complement each other. People would rather believe the lies of hearsay. I don't want to verify it with my own eyes. What's more. . . . . . The protagonist of the incident was the ferocious and cruel Marquis Fulgrim. And here. Not the Earth Federation either.
"Please sit down!"
Rochester smiled, stretched out his hand, and made a "please" gesture using the most standard aristocratic etiquette. The Marquis nodded silently. He sat down on a high-backed chair with gorse patterns carved on its surface.
The appearance of the Marquis is not at all as violent and disgusting as the legend says. Although he is already seventy years old, he still maintains the handsome appearance of a scholar. Time has left its wrinkles on his face and added convincing evidence of experience. His whole body exudes an aura of concentration and wisdom, with a strong bookish air. People who have studied knowledge assiduously can easily judge this.
"The war is going very smoothly. The troops are advancing much faster than expected. The newly developed "Nibelungen" class battleship has proven to be suitable for use on the northern front, and its performance is very excellent. It is very close to the Federation's "King" "The level is almost the same."
With a smile on his face, Rochester picked up a document from the table next to his desk and handed it to Marquis Fulgrim, who was sitting opposite. By the way, he gently pushed the plate containing red wine and biscuits on the coffee table towards the old man.
The Marquis did not speak. He picked up the document, took out a gold-rimmed single-sided lens from his chest pocket, stuck it between the eyebrow arch of his left eye and his cheekbone, and began to read the report in his hand seriously.
He read it very carefully, almost silently reading it word for word. Rochester didn't urge him, he just picked up the wine bottle and filled the two glasses, and then slowly chewed his own portion of chocolate walnut cake.
"This new type of warship does indeed perform well. It's a pity It is not a real king after all."
After the Marquis said this sentence with a pun, he raised his head, looked at the regent who was much younger than himself, and continued: "The throne of the Pan-Union has been vacant for nearly a century. We need an emperor, But it is those families with royal blood??, they are either idiots without brains or wastes who do not want to make progress. No one knows how long this situation will last? Maybe. . . . . . Should we learn from the Federation and adopt the ancient Senate deliberation system? "
A wry smile appeared on Rochester's face. He opened his mouth, but hesitated. After being silent for about ten seconds, he sighed and shook his head: "I understand what you mean But this matter cannot be rushed."
Fulgrim stared into his eyes, carefully searching for any noteworthy details: "I am seventy-eight years old, and if my health allows, I can live for at least another century. I have enough time to do this thing."
"Just you?"
Rochester didn¡¯t seem to notice the other party¡¯s extremely rude attitude at all. He took a sip of red wine, swallowed the chewed biscuit in his mouth, and said with a sneer: "I admit that the Fulgrim family does have enviable resources and wealth, and the size of their private army is much larger than that of other nobles. But you should understand that this kind of thing cannot be changed simply by relying on a coup or a war - even if the emperor himself is willing to sleep with a sow and ends up with a monster son, he is still recognized by everyone as a royal blood Descendant. Killing him is transgression! It is rebellion! You must know the morals better than me Just imagine if a coup was launched within the Earth Federation, subverting the current parliament and establishing an emperor What will happen as a result?"
The Marquis is not talking. His brows furrowed more and more tightly, and his eyes became a little unfocused.
The Pan-Union needs an emperor. Unfortunately, those who are qualified to sit on the throne are useless.
This point is already the consensus of all the nobles in the empire. Because of this, the imperial throne has been vacant since more than a century ago. In total, thirty-seven princes were imprisoned under the alliance of several great nobles. These people were imprisoned in the most secretive special prisons, but enjoyed generous treatment equivalent to that of kings. There was fine food and clothing. There are also beautiful and pure girls. . . . . . The nobles' plan is actually very simple - they need to select one of the many imprisoned princes who is qualified to inherit the throne and is recognized by everyone.
"We need the wisest monarch, not an idiot who is just waiting to die doing nothing -"
This is the original intention of the nobles to formulate and implement this plan.
Decades have passed. The nobles did not find the target they needed. They had to make changes to their plans. Change the selection to the next generation of the imprisoned. At the same time, with the support of the elders, young royal blood holders are trained. . . . . . However. The cruel fact shattered their dreams again - hundreds of young children have grown up, and still no one has shown satisfactory qualifications. Some of them became the best warriors, some became artists or doctors, some became scholars, but none became emperors.
The crux of the problem is actually no secret - the nobles have selfish motives and want to get more benefits from the future emperor. therefore. They will only choose the bloodline successors who are under their care, and criticize other candidates. This chaotic situation continues to this day. In addition, there is no nobleman with decisive and powerful force to back him up. Naturally, it is not difficult to understand the strange phenomenon of having a throne but no emperor.
Rochester¡¯s appearance was completely accidental.
He was originally just a little baron who inherited the family crest when he was eleven years old. But he was smart and was praised unanimously by all the teachers in the aristocratic public school. Because of this, he began to constantly visit the salons of noble ladies. In the name of studying knowledge, he became a "student" recognized by many nobles. More than twenty years later, when the issue of the throne was again put on the agenda and there was still no answer, Duke Seydlitz, who could no longer tolerate the situation, proposed to nominate someone recognized by everyone as regent. The position of king.
This is an extremely delicate position. The Prince Regent is not as beautiful as he seems on the surface, nor is he a powerful figure in the novel. Rochester is very clear: he is just a weight used by the nobles to balance each other's power. Although he has the power to veto or approve a certain proposal, the overall decision-makers are still the big shots sitting behind him.
The Marquis of Fulgrim is one of them. Moreover, he also served as a professor at the highest public school and was one of his teachers when he was a boy.
Rochester has always respected the Marquis, but this does not mean that he must unconditionally agree with everything he says.
Especially as a regent, you must show enough toughness and attitude at certain times. After all, when it comes to disputes, he represents royal power, courage and courage.Qi is indispensable.
"The problem will always be solved. The empire currently only needs a chance. You should understand that it is not difficult to train a qualified emperor. But if he wants to be recognized by others, it will take time. More The important thing is it requires strength and capital."
A glimmer of light flashed in the depths of Marquis Fulgrim's eyes.
Of course he understood the hidden meaning of Rochester's words. In fact, this was what he had been trying to achieve since he entered the room.
"The Earth Federation has existed as long as the Empire. We must solve it as soon as possible. Haha! As I just said, the heir needs a chance to get the throne. This kind of thing can never fall from the sky, since If we can¡¯t get it from legitimate channels, then we¡¯ll just make it from other angles.¡±
Rochester raised his cup and said sincerely to the Marquis: "You are the wisest person I have ever met. The development of Experimental Subject No. 11 has proved this. It is you who, in a completely different way, have brought a new dimension to the cosmic war." The starting point. This is definitely not flattery. Your achievements in military and biology are enough to become one of the greatest milestones in human history. Since there is still enough time and energy to wait, you have accomplished many more important things than this. Why do we have to stubbornly stick to a certain obsession?"
The Marquis¡¯ serious and calm eyes gradually revealed a thoughtful look.
"In this world, only strength is the basis for being recognized by everyone. Now, we have the opportunity to get more, and nothing is more important than this."
(My son has started school and can no longer sleep in. It¡¯s so sad.)
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