Chapter 852 The hidden worries of Atlantis
April 27th, Base Point City.
The Keypoint City was built in mid-August of Gaia, and it has been more than half a year since then. The ruins that were flooded by the sea of fire have long been completely renewed and become a shining pearl in the Mediterranean.
The first long-distance voyage ended, especially after the teleportation array of the Base Point City was opened, Shanhai City never stopped supporting the Base Point City, asking people to give things to people and things to do.
To this day, Jidian City has long been a war fortress. More than 200 P1 artillery were arranged on the city walls on the sea, which is enough to shock all villains. Even if the Spanish Invincible Fleet attacked the Port of Gibraltar, under such a terrifying artillery net, it would probably be possible to run away with its head in its arms.
Faced with the support of Shanhai City, Keypoint City also pays off. As the throat of ocean trade, Keypoint City generates more than 200,000 gold coins per month.
Especially for royal merchants such as the Song Chamber of Commerce, the Bai Chamber of Commerce and the Cui Chamber of Commerce, they can make a fortune by reselling precious commodities such as diamonds and jewelry back and forth through the convenience of the teleportation array.
For the need for confidentiality, Ouyang Shuo and his party did not alarm many people when they arrived at the Cadre City. Only the three men who were receiving the Mediterranean Fleet Navy Admiral Alvaro, the Cadre City Guard and the Black Snake Commander Black Snake.
After seeing it briefly, Ouyang Shuo stayed at the City Lord's Mansion. The accompanying Shenwu Guard quietly took over the defense work of the City Lord's Mansion. The City Guard Division of the Key City was on guard against the outside.
When I arrived at the Key Point City, what Ouyang Shuo wanted to know the most was the Mediterranean Fleet.
The role of the Mediterranean fleet is crucial in this attack on Morocco. Whether the fleet can block harassment such as the Spanish Invincible Fleet and ensure that the battle of destruction is not disturbed is the key to the success or failure of this battle.
Fortunately, Alvaro, a famous Spanish navy general, finally did not disappoint Ouyang Shuo.
When Ouyang Shuo left the Key Point City last year, due to the shortage of troops, the Mediterranean Fleet was less than half of the full squad. Half a year later, the fleet has successfully reached the full squad.
The secret lies with the pirates.
Alvaro implemented Ouyang Shuo's strategy of extermination of pirates well, led the fleet into the Atlantic Ocean frequently and strangled various pirates, especially the Viking pirates that once ravaged the Atlantic Ocean.
In this way, not only did the route safety be ensured, but also gained a group of fierce soldiers and sailors. Viking warriors alone accounted for one-quarter of the Mediterranean fleet, and more than half were pirates.
Fortunately, Alvaro is an iron-blooded veteran with ruthless and clever methods, so he can suppress these old men.
Another change in the Mediterranean Fleet was that it happened quietly after the arrival of Lu Meng, the general of the Three Kingdoms. The collision of water war skills in the East and the West, the fusion of primitive and crafts, was perfectly staged in the Mediterranean Fleet.
Alvaro's attitude towards Lu Meng, the deputy, also experienced a 180-degree change from being prepared, not to seeing, to liking, and appreciating. To this day, the two have cooperated tacitly.
Alvaro was obsessed with the Eastern military strategy brought by Lu Meng.
Similarly, Lu Meng is also a studious person. He saw the more advanced Western navigation technology and naval warfare in the Mediterranean Fleet, which is an eye-opener.
The collision of the sparks of wisdom in the East and the West burst into a lot of wonderful ideas.
With the help of Naval Governor Zheng He, the two are working together recently to prepare a naval training manual that integrates the expertise of the East and the West to guide the entire navy.
After reviewing the Mediterranean Fleet, Ouyang Shuo became more confident about the subsequent Battle of Morocco out of thin air.
On the first day of arriving at Base Point City, in addition to inspecting the Mediterranean Fleet, Ouyang Shuo spent the conversation with several ministers. After the conversation, Ouyang Shuo had a clear understanding of the situation in the Mediterranean.
At night, Ouyang Shuo stayed alone in the study, closing his eyes to meditate.
Before coming, Ouyang Shuo had only a rough outline in his mind about the Mediterranean strategy of the Great Xia Dynasty, without a clear and clear strategic plan.
The daytime conversation obviously gave Ouyang Shuo a lot of inspiration, and some ideas gradually became clear and connected together to form a clear and clear strategic route.
To describe it in an inappropriate sentence, it is: "Build high walls, accumulate grain, and be king slowly."
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On April 28, Ouyang Shuo, who had made up his mind, became refreshed.
Under the escort of the Mediterranean Fleet, Ouyang Shuo quietly left the Key Point City and headed for Atlantis City.
I learned from the mouth of Heihe that the situation of Atlantis in the Mediterranean is far less beautiful than the surface, and there has been undercurrents around me.
Because of the same source, Western lords naturally have a natural favor for Atlantis City, which has its own black technology, and are willing to cooperate with Atlantis City.
The key is interests.
Caglia is a smart queen who knows that the various black technologies that the Atlantis civilization come with are the foundation of Atlantis’s Mediterranean, so these technologies cannot be spread on a large scale.
This creates a contradiction, which runs contrary to the expectations of Western lords.
No matter how beautiful things are, if you cannot get them, you will probably not have any favors. Not to mention that in the game world, players follow the law of naked-naked jungle.
In addition, Atlantis' strong support for the Key Point City has caused even more dissatisfaction among the Mediterranean lords. In the eyes of Western lords, Atlantis's move is tantamount to a betrayal of the civilization system.
Due to the limited territory and the size of the territory and the strength of the troops is not strong, the city of Atlantis has become a fatty meat in the eyes of some ambitious people. It is only an opportunity to swallow it in one bite.
Fortunately, when Kalia came to Shanhai City to attend the throne ceremony last time, she did not mention it. Ouyang Shuo visited Atlantis this time to save Kalia.
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At 11 a.m., the battleships docked at the port of Atlantis City.
Because it was a secret visit, and the city of Atlantis gathered many adventure players from various Mediterranean countries. After Ouyang Shuo disguised himself, he quietly entered the palace with the assistance of his personal guards arranged by Calia.
Kalia was very happy to see Ouyang Shuo.
The keen Ouyang Shuo noticed that some core members of Atlantis City who were with Caglia showed a hint of dissatisfaction and alertness towards him.
Seeing this, Ouyang Shuo became more and more convinced of his judgment.
After some greetings, Ouyang Shuo took advantage of the situation and said, "Calia, with Vic withdrawal, the [Mediterranean League] lacked an important link. I think it's time for the alliance to disintegrate."
Kariya's face changed drastically and she said tremblingly: "Why? Without Vic City, I can find other territories to make up for this link. Why do I have to disintegrate?" During the throne ceremony, Kariya was able to pull more than ten Mediterranean lords to Shanhai City to congratulate him, which is indeed true.
Ouyang Shuo pressed his hand and signaled Caglia to be calm and said, "Dissolving the [Mediterranean Alliance] does not mean that the cooperation between Base Point City and Atlantis City is terminated. The cooperation clause in the covenant is still valid." After thinking for a while, Ouyang Shuo added: "And this will not affect our private friendship."
"Then why should we break the alliance?" Kalia asked.
Ouyang Shuo revealed his considerations and said, "You should understand that only a city of Atlantis that remains neutral can truly exist in the Mediterranean without being criticized or threatened by either party. A city of Atlantis that exists transcendently is more in line with the interests of the Great Xia Dynasty in the Mediterranean."
Kalia heard this and remained silent.
Kaglia didn't understand this principle. Although Atlantis is full of dangers, it is not short of cooperative allies, or even hardcore allies. The lords of the Mediterranean are far from being united.
At least, Greece has an absolute favorable impression of Atlantis.
There are only a few ambitionists who really dare to take the blame for the world, and most of the Mediterranean lords still have a neutral attitude of cooperation.
It is just the intimate relationship between Key Point City and Atlantis City, coupled with the intentional or unintentional provocation of [Silver Hand], which makes these allies unable to let go.
This makes Atlantis City in an embarrassing situation.
It was precisely because of this that Ouyang Shuo resolutely got out of the trap for Atlantis City, and he did not want Atlantis City to be involved in an unnecessary vortex because of Base Point City.
"Then, what should I do if I do Keidan City?" Kariya asked uneasily.
Ouyang Shuo smiled and said confidently: "I came here secretly this time just to solve the worries of Key Point City, so you don't have to worry."
"Don't lie to me, can you tell me in detail?" Kariya was a little disbelief.
When Ouyang Shuo heard this, he smiled without saying a word, and his eyes inadvertently glanced at the other core members of Atlantis City present, with his intentions self-evident.
Who knows whether any of these people were bribed by members of the [Silver Hand]?
Ouyang Shuo was unwilling to take this risk.
Kalia understood and turned her head and said, "You guys retreat first!"
When the ministers met, they said goodbye and left tactfully. In fact, many of them had had an interaction with Ouyang Shuo before and knew that Ouyang Shuo was the benefactor of Atlantis City.
The ministers' guards just now were just worried about the future of Atlantis, which was human nature.
They originally thought that Ouyang Shuo came here again to trouble Atlantis City, but they didn't expect that such a situation would end up being like this, and they looked a little embarrassed.
These old guys have been at the bottom of the sea for a long time, and they are less sophisticated and sleek, and they are quite cute.
Only when the ministers left did Ouyang Shuo tell Caglia about attacking Morocco. If he really could take over Morocco this time, it would be a major good news for Atlantis City.
The two of them had a secret conversation about this.
Chapter completed!