Chapter 185 Mechanical Master and Grand Master
Canossa was not familiar with the people here, so he followed Ryan quietly and observed everything in the base.
When she saw the "strangely shaped" mechanical wreckage with her own eyes, she finally believed that the "flying mechanical city" that Ryan had mentioned, which had seemed like a fairy tale before, really existed.
Now that she had seen this behemoth, she immediately realized that if this "new city" was built, it would probably surprise everyone in the future.
The overall structure of the wreckage in front of us is not particularly damaged, maybe it can be repaired...
At that time, a mechanical city flying in the sky will definitely shock everyone. Even the "City of Destruction", which is known as the top-level mechanical city in Oma, cannot compare to it!
But she didn't guess that Tust had no intention of repairing it, but had other plans!
Moreover, Canossa once again refreshed its assessment of the strength of the Kalman tribe, its "indirect ally".
In addition to the top-level warrior Mafa, two "legendary-level" elders have now appeared. Add in Bazel, and now there are four "legendary-level" masters on the scene.
This is the top combat power that no other city can possess.
Moreover, not only high-end combat power, but also mid-to-high-end combat power should not be underestimated.
She also discovered that the more than 7,000 Coleman warriors in front of her were all strong and vigorous, at their peak. With their respective Warcraft mounts, 7,000 of them were as strong as tens of thousands of the most elite Royal Guards of the two empires, and perhaps even stronger in the field!
Canossa also thought that the fighting power of Princess Ymir would not be bad either. At least she heard that the "traitor" [Storm General] Baron Askopa, who was once the "rebel general" of the First Royal Mechanical Corps of Omar, came to the Alcoron Mountains with nearly 10,000 elite mechanical knights and the best equipment.
When these two forces are combined into one, they will be enough to gain a foothold no matter where they are!
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As the group entered the Mechanical City, Ryan immediately sensed something was wrong.
Obviously, building a territory is not as simple as gathering everyone together.
The differences between the two civilizations will make people on both sides have an instinctive reaction of "exclusion" in the short term. This is not a contradiction, but an objective factor. However, if it is not handled properly, it will gradually become a hidden danger in the future.
Princess Ymir's troops arrived a little later than the Coleman tribe, but they also came in a mighty force of tens of thousands of people, including craftsmen, mechanical legions, and many talents in various aspects of territory construction.
These were her direct descendants selected from the territories granted to her by Emperor Omar.
Now, the group of people representing the eldest princess occupied half of the mechanical city, and the Coleman people and their magic beast mounts occupied the other half.
The two sides are clearly separated and have no interaction with each other.
The most obvious difference is housing!
Because the Mechanical City is still under construction, all the houses in the city are temporary.
The people of Oma were more civilized and brought with them many detachable steel-structured houses, making it easy to build rows of standard and beautiful houses.
The Coleman people were used to living in the forest, and they were not used to being confined to a small steel city. Their houses were very simple, still made of stone, mud, and thatch...
On one side is a fully furnished house, and on the other side is a thatched hut, the difference seems huge.
This is the difference between the civilizations of the two eras.
The people who came from the Omar capital did not understand the Coleman people. In their impression, these guys wearing animal skins were uncivilized "savages" and there was no room for communication at all.
The Colemans also did not trust these guys who clearly had strange feelings towards them.
And because of the language barrier, the "exclusive" sentiment is getting worse.
If it weren't for the dangerous living environment that forced them to unite and join in the city defense together.
If Ryan hadn't explained it before...
If it weren't for Ymir and the two elders mediating...
It is estimated that the two forces have already started fighting.
The Kalmans trusted Ryan, but not those of Ymir.
Similarly, Ymir trusted Ryan, but knew nothing about people like Coleman, so she didn't dare to be too careless.
The people of Omar understood that they alone could not survive in this basin filled with high-level "earth dragons"; and the Coleman people also knew that without the mechanical city and those large-caliber artillery, their flesh and blood bodies would not be able to stop the black tide and the monsters from attacking the city.
So the two sides have been getting along until now in an awkward but cooperative state.
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It was not appropriate for the elders to come forward and negotiate with Ryan in person.
In addition to seniority, they also didn't know anything about territory construction, so asking for extra advice was unnecessary. Even if they didn't mind, Ryan couldn't afford it.
Therefore, it has always been Udo, the personal secretary, who has been communicating with Ryan.
As they walked, Wu Duo introduced everyone's recent situation.
"The tribesmen and elders all say that they can trust you, but they cannot trust the princess of Omar. If she were the lord, we Coleman warriors would never let an outsider lead us. But if Dr. Ryan were the lord, we think it's okay. So, that's basically the situation."
Udo introduced the general situation, and Ryan finally understood what the trouble Canossa had mentioned before was.
Even so, they had not originally planned to build a private territory.
But the issue of unity and integration will still exist for a long time.
After thinking about it, he asked Canossa beside him: "Madam, is this the problem you are talking about?"
Although Canossa didn't understand Coleman, he guessed what happened and said, "Yes, one of them. But if this problem is solved, many other problems will be solved."
Ryan himself was troubled by this problem. He couldn't think of a good way to solve it so that everyone could get along well. He asked again: "Since you have foreseen this problem a long time ago, do you have a good way to deal with this situation?"
Canossa raised his eyebrows and said, "It's easy. You will be the city lord."
Without waiting for Ryan to say anything.
She made another shocking statement, saying, "Then, if you marry the eldest princess, all problems will be solved."
After a pause, she continued, "Oh! It would be best to marry a girl from the Coleman tribe... In this way, the relationship between the eldest princess's lineage and the Coleman tribe will quickly become harmonious."
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Hearing this, Ryan glanced at her, his forehead twitched suddenly, and then he showed a helpless expression, "Madam, are you serious?"
"Of course I'm serious."
Kanosa said sternly: "Don't look at me like that. Let me tell you... since ancient times, marriage has always been the best way to resolve conflicts in the integration of civilizations, nothing else!"
After listening to this unrealistic proposal, Ryan rubbed his brows and complained: "Then I have to consolidate the alliance with your Black Gold Chamber of Commerce. Do I have to marry one too?"
Canossa blinked, with a teasing smile in his eyes, and asked: "The president of the 'Black Gold Chamber of Commerce' has only one daughter. Do you really want to marry her?"
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Ryan didn't respond to her, and he would probably be teased again if he said anything more .
At this time, the teasing look on Canossa's face disappeared, and a serious expression emerged. He said: "Besides, our covenant is based on you being the lord. Therefore, I also think that you being the lord is the best choice."
This city has no private owners, this is stipulated in the contract.
Ryan felt a little headache after listening to this.
At this moment, an idea flashed through his mind and he thought of a compromise. "Hey... I think I have thought of a solution."
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When the territory is first established, everything is difficult.
Obviously, Her Royal Highness the Princess is also very troubled by the current situation.
Her philosophy is equality and inclusiveness. If she chooses to eliminate these factors just because they cannot live in harmony temporarily, this is absolutely contrary to her philosophy.
Moreover, she had to admit that the Colemans were natural warriors. Without the warriors' desperate fighting and the priests' ability to communicate with nature, this new city would not have been built in the "Kalatwa Basin".
Ymir also knew that the root of the current predicament lay in the bond of Ryan.
It just so happened that she also wanted to bring the "mechanical master" Master Pierre who she brought from the Oma Imperial Capital to talk to Ryan about the design and planning of the mechanical city.
Because the contract states that the ownership of the Machinery City is half on each side.
Therefore, the simple Coleman people also helped Ryan "occupy" his half.
It was impossible to force the Colemans to give up half of the occupied mechanical city, and Ymir would not do something that would affect unity.
But if we continue like this, the construction progress of the Mechanical City will definitely be delayed.
Moreover, even though she was the eldest princess, she had to take Master Pierre's feelings into consideration.
This is the top talent in the field of mechanics, and he would be treated as a high-ranking aristocrat wherever he goes.
He was willing to give up wealth and risk his life to follow her to this poor and remote place to build a new territory. This was already enough of his loyalty to the Spuglin royal family.
Now Master Pierre heard that his "ally" had come to discuss this issue again. Ymir thought, it's a good opportunity to solve it all at once.
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As the eldest princess, she would naturally not condescend to go outside the city to greet anyone in person.
But as an ally, it’s just right to “run into” him in town.
Just now, Princess Ymir, along with Grandmaster Pierre and a group of mechanics, were inspecting the construction of the Mechanical City, and they happened to "encounter" Ryan, who came with Tust and his grandson for the same purpose.
Ryan looked at the princess whom he hadn't seen for a long time, stepped forward and greeted her, "Long time no see, Your Highness the Princess."
When in Rome, do as the Romans do and kiss each other's hands.
Ymir naturally extended her slender hand, with a faint smile on her face: "Mr. Ryan, long time no see."
She did not wear a mask in her own territory.
Therefore, everyone around naturally saw that a smile actually appeared on Ymir's face, which had been icy for thousands of years, and they were all a little surprised.
They had long heard that Her Royal Highness the Princess had a very special ally, who was also the leader of those Coleman people, and seemed to be a guy named "Ryan Hermes".
They once guessed that it would be a calm middle-aged man, or even an old man.
But looking at the young Ryan in front of them who was somewhat beyond their expectations, they were also a little surprised.
What’s even more surprising is the eldest princess’ attitude towards him…it seems like their relationship is not simple!
Ymir added: "Mr. Ryan, there was such a big commotion outside. I am glad to see you return safely. This is the best news I have heard recently."
Ryan: "Thank you for your concern, Your Highness. It is also thanks to Your Highness's construction of the Mechanical City, otherwise when the [Black Tide] came, we would not even have a place to stay, and everything would have come to nothing."
In front of everyone, the two of them didn't reminisce much and just exchanged a few polite words in a businesslike manner.
Next, when Ryan was about to talk about business, Ymir spoke first with a slightly apologetic tone: "Although you should have a good rest after your long journey, I just happened to encounter some territory construction issues and wanted to discuss them with you."
"oh?"
Ryan listened and waited for the next words.
Ymir said: "The area west of the Alcoron Mountains is now affected by the Black Tide, and the living environment has become extremely harsh, but it is also a great opportunity for our territory..."
Obviously, what Ryan can think of , Her Royal Highness the Princess can also think of.
But if you want to develop, city construction is the first step.
At this time, she continued, "Recently, there have been large-scale zombies and monsters invading the base almost every day. Therefore, in order to prevent our efforts from being wasted, I would like to discuss with you about speeding up the construction plan of the mechanical city and getting it up and running as soon as possible. This will allow us to have a certain degree of self-protection when we encounter a major crisis in the future."
When Ryan heard this, he suddenly realized that they were thinking the same thing and nodded: "Yeah, I think so too."
He said, looking at the people following Ymir.
Oma's official mechanics like to wear monocles, which are gentlemanly and practical. They are also equipped with some auxiliary mechanical arms and wear mechanic robes with many pockets.
Just like the white coat of a doctor, it is highly recognizable.
Obviously, these people in front of me are all mechanics.
Judging from his proud expression, his professional level is probably not low.
Ymir had already brought up the topic, so there was no need for her to say anything else. "Um... I don't know much about mechanical matters, so let the professionals talk about it."
As she spoke, she solemnly introduced an old man with a goatee behind her and said, "This is the honorary elder of the Mechanics Association, Mr. Pierre, the 'Mechanics Grandmaster'."
After listening to the introduction, Ryan asked politely, "Hello, Grandmaster Pierre."
The master nodded, not showing any disdain for Ryan's youth, "Hello, Mr. Ryan."
After a pause, Pierre said directly without any politeness: "I also understand the covenant between you and Her Royal Highness the Princess. But now there is another matter that urgently requires Mr. Ryan's assistance to solve..."
Ryan vaguely guessed something and said, "I'd like to hear more about it."
Pierre spoke politely, "I have some experience in mechanical city design. So, I plan to repair the wreckage of this mechanical airship. Maybe it can fly again... But this process requires the cooperation of you and the Coleman people. I need..."
He made his purpose clear and tactfully asked the "outsiders" to stop interfering and give up the Machinery City.
Out of courtesy and solidarity, Ryan showed full respect to the Mechanical Master and listened quietly.
"Thank you, Master Pierre. Without your hard work, this base would not have been built so quickly..."
After a pause, Ryan said, "Um... Master Pierre, no offense. I actually have already made arrangements for this mechanical city..."
He said, looking at everyone, and then motioned to Ymir.
Then he introduced Mr. Tuster beside him with great solemnity, saying: "This is Mr. Tuster Fuentes... the Grand Master of Mechanics!"
For the first time, he brought this top boss in the mechanical field who had lived in seclusion in the city to the world.
