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**Chapter 1257: King Neptune Chooses to Refuse?**
Inside the Royal Palace Hall of the Prodence Kingdom.
Elizabello II, wearing a golden crown and a blue and red checkered cape, stood with his muscular, bare chest. His gaze was firm as he gave his answer.
"Sorry, I don't accept this agreement!"
"This nation was fought for by my father throughout his life. I cannot just hand it over!"
Although he had been on the throne for less than two years, he would not allow anyone to snatch this kingdom away.
Not even the World Government. He had the courage to fight to the death.
Inside the Royal Palace Hall of the Dressrosa Kingdom.
There were also three black-clothed officials in suits, looking serious.
On the throne, King Riku's face was grim. Of course, he didn't want to agree.
But he knew clearly in his heart that this nation did not have the strength to resist the World Government.
Putting aside everything else.
'Seven-Tails' Chomei on Green Bit Island alone was something they couldn't handle.
"Sigh—"
Finally, King Riku let out a long sigh, lowering his head and speaking with a vacant look in his eyes.
"I am willing to sign. I only hope the World Government will treat the citizens of this kingdom kindly."
His voice was filled with unwillingness and loss, but the government officials below didn't care about that.
"Good, congratulations on making the correct choice."
Meanwhile.
The current king of the Drum Kingdom also agreed.
Ever since being designated a 'Medical Development Cooperation Nation' by the World Government, with the Medical Academy and World Hospital Headquarters located here, this nation had become the true holy land of the world's medical field.
The speed of development in all aspects was naturally particularly outstanding.
Especially the quantity of newborns, which ranked among the top in all nations.
Before this, the Drum King had been dreaming of having a populous nation himself in a few decades.
But now, it was as if those colorful bubbles were popped by this one piece of paper, this agreement.
He was naturally very angry, but being someone who bullied the weak and feared the strong by nature, he only dared to be angry.
Drum Island wasn't just home to residents, doctors, and patients.
Outside, there was also a navy base, responsible for the safety of the Medical Academy and the training of the Marine Headquarters soldiers.
They ran or swam a lap around the island's edge almost every day, and then free-climbed the outer wall of Drum Mountain Peak.
Damn it, that was four to five thousand meters high, with a cold wind that could freeze people to death!
But those Marines seemed to enjoy it, and he heard they even competed to see who could do it faster!
So, even with tens of thousands of Royal Army guards.
This father of Wapol didn't dare to harbor the slightest thought of resistance.
Moreover, the government official also said that he would be given first-class treatment after his abdication.
This was second only to superpowers or superpowers like Alabasta and Elbaf.
Specifically, the World Government allowed him to keep all his existing wealth.
And granted him the peerage of a first-class count, as well as a territory of one thousand square kilometers on the Red Line.
With no other choice, the Drum King felt it was quite good.
At least his family could live a prosperous life in the future.
Similar situations were happening in other kingdoms.
Some kings, despite being filled with unwillingness, chose to bow their heads and agree, only seeking wealth for their families.
But there were also kings who refused in rampage, even ordering their guards to drive the officials out.
At the same time, they demanded that the police station and government compound in their country leave immediately, or they would use the Royal Army to forcibly expel them!
Simultaneously, just like the King of the Goa Kingdom, they began contacting other kingdoms to discuss forcing the World Government to abandon the unification of the world's regime.
Or, if they failed, how these royalty could create a retreat for themselves and hide.
One must know that in the few years since the Star Gate opened, the World Government wasn't the only one acquiring resources.
Previously, the World Government allowed these nations to form merchant fleets to conduct trade with the Demon Slayer World and the Imperial Arms World.
These larger force kingdoms also gained considerable dividends.
Especially the biomaterials from various Danger Beasts in the Imperial Arms World.
They found some civilian researchers, or craftsmen with exquisite skills.
They even directly hired alchemists from the Alchemy Kingdom to manufacture strange and wonderful things.
And the Breathing Style from the Demon Slayer World could significantly improve the army's strength on a large scale.
Besides that, they also had people within the military.
These branch family members might not hold high positions, but they could also exchange for various resources.
For example, the cultivation methods for Hasshoken and Red Leg Kick Technique.
Or certain Ministerial Arms, Nichirin Blades, ninja swords, Omni-Directional Mobility Gear.
Even the Black Blood of the Kabane or 'Demon'!
These things flowed through various means and channels into the hands of the royalty of various nations.
Proclamation Government Institute, Foreign Affairs Department.
Minister Molotov sat in the assistant seat in the meeting room, patiently listening to the feedback reports from various nations.
"King Pato of the Goa Kingdom, refused!"
"Bill VI of the Eroshiu Kingdom, refused!"
"King Hanburg of the Baleu Kingdom, refused!"
"Queen Monrolon of the Taki Kingdom, agreed!"
"King Shuendaluka of the Ilusia Kingdom, refused!"
"Dee IV of the Aegis Kingdom, refused!"
"King Yumibing of the Shijia Kingdom, refused!"
The Member State Affairs Division Chief, who was giving the report, paused suddenly, then said:
"He also declared, 'Rather die standing than live kneeling.' This sentence is now widely circulating among the other kings who chose to refuse."
"Especially Elizabello II of the Prodence Kingdom, who greatly praised it. It seems to have become their slogan for resisting the World Government."
Minister Molotov, who had recently visited the Ninja World, narrowed his eyes.
"'Rather die standing than live kneeling'... It is indeed a blood boiling slogan. This King Yumibing has good eloquence."
"Unfortunately, words alone cannot stop the World Government. The unification of the world's regime is a destined outcome. Continue."
"Yes, Minister."
Hearing the command, the Member State Affairs Division Chief quickly nodded.
"King Neptune of the Fish-Man Island Ryugu Palace, agreed!"
"Oh?"
Minister Molotov raised an eyebrow in surprise. "Did that 'Great Knight of the Sea' agree directly?"
He asked this because he knew King Neptune's personality was that of a strong faction, and his own military strength was not weak.
The Member State Affairs Division Chief explained:
"According to the subordinates below, King Neptune initially refused."
"And he was very angry, believing this was a new oppression by the World Government against the Fish-Man Tribe. He even brought out the Equal and Friendly Relations Communiqué previously signed by the Five Elders, asking if it was just waste paper."
Minister Molotov became interested. "And then?"
"Just as our people were confirming with King Neptune if that was his final decision, Queen Otohime came out and stopped King Neptune, telling him to go back to the harem to calm down first. Then she told them she needed a night for consideration..."
Before the Member State Affairs Division Chief could finish, Minister Molotov smiled and said, "And then King Neptune agreed the next day?"
"Yes."
"Heh, this Queen Otohime is truly a smart woman, and she saved us a lot of trouble!"
Minister Molotov clapped his hands and praised her greatly.
To be honest, if Fish-Man Island had rebelled fiercely, it would indeed have been quite troublesome.
One must know that the quantity of Fish-Man Tribe and Merfolk Tribe members in the current Marines is as high as nearly ten thousand.
Moreover, there are also hundreds of Fish-Man Tribe members in the Military and Political Department, serving as instructors for Fish-Man Karate and Fish-Man Judo.
In addition.
There was also the current Fish-Man Special Forces Commander, Fisher Tiger, who was promoted to Marine Headquarters Admiral last year.
So, if something really happened, the impact would definitely be very large.
The Member State Affairs Division Chief nodded and smiled, "Hehe, Queen Otohime is also an official in the Propaganda Department after all."
"Hmm, what about Elbaf, Amazon Lily, Totto Land, Whitebeard Kingdom, and Alabasta?"
Mentioning these five nations, Minister Molotov's expression became serious.
(End of this chapter)
Inside the Royal Palace Hall of the Prodence Kingdom.
Elizabello II, wearing a golden crown and a blue and red checkered cape, stood with his muscular, bare chest. His gaze was firm as he gave his answer.
"Sorry, I don't accept this agreement!"
"This nation was fought for by my father throughout his life. I cannot just hand it over!"
Although he had been on the throne for less than two years, he would not allow anyone to snatch this kingdom away.
Not even the World Government. He had the courage to fight to the death.
Inside the Royal Palace Hall of the Dressrosa Kingdom.
There were also three black-clothed officials in suits, looking serious.
On the throne, King Riku's face was grim. Of course, he didn't want to agree.
But he knew clearly in his heart that this nation did not have the strength to resist the World Government.
Putting aside everything else.
'Seven-Tails' Chomei on Green Bit Island alone was something they couldn't handle.
"Sigh—"
Finally, King Riku let out a long sigh, lowering his head and speaking with a vacant look in his eyes.
"I am willing to sign. I only hope the World Government will treat the citizens of this kingdom kindly."
His voice was filled with unwillingness and loss, but the government officials below didn't care about that.
"Good, congratulations on making the correct choice."
Meanwhile.
The current king of the Drum Kingdom also agreed.
Ever since being designated a 'Medical Development Cooperation Nation' by the World Government, with the Medical Academy and World Hospital Headquarters located here, this nation had become the true holy land of the world's medical field.
The speed of development in all aspects was naturally particularly outstanding.
Especially the quantity of newborns, which ranked among the top in all nations.
Before this, the Drum King had been dreaming of having a populous nation himself in a few decades.
But now, it was as if those colorful bubbles were popped by this one piece of paper, this agreement.
He was naturally very angry, but being someone who bullied the weak and feared the strong by nature, he only dared to be angry.
Drum Island wasn't just home to residents, doctors, and patients.
Outside, there was also a navy base, responsible for the safety of the Medical Academy and the training of the Marine Headquarters soldiers.
They ran or swam a lap around the island's edge almost every day, and then free-climbed the outer wall of Drum Mountain Peak.
Damn it, that was four to five thousand meters high, with a cold wind that could freeze people to death!
But those Marines seemed to enjoy it, and he heard they even competed to see who could do it faster!
So, even with tens of thousands of Royal Army guards.
This father of Wapol didn't dare to harbor the slightest thought of resistance.
Moreover, the government official also said that he would be given first-class treatment after his abdication.
This was second only to superpowers or superpowers like Alabasta and Elbaf.
Specifically, the World Government allowed him to keep all his existing wealth.
And granted him the peerage of a first-class count, as well as a territory of one thousand square kilometers on the Red Line.
With no other choice, the Drum King felt it was quite good.
At least his family could live a prosperous life in the future.
Similar situations were happening in other kingdoms.
Some kings, despite being filled with unwillingness, chose to bow their heads and agree, only seeking wealth for their families.
But there were also kings who refused in rampage, even ordering their guards to drive the officials out.
At the same time, they demanded that the police station and government compound in their country leave immediately, or they would use the Royal Army to forcibly expel them!
Simultaneously, just like the King of the Goa Kingdom, they began contacting other kingdoms to discuss forcing the World Government to abandon the unification of the world's regime.
Or, if they failed, how these royalty could create a retreat for themselves and hide.
One must know that in the few years since the Star Gate opened, the World Government wasn't the only one acquiring resources.
Previously, the World Government allowed these nations to form merchant fleets to conduct trade with the Demon Slayer World and the Imperial Arms World.
These larger force kingdoms also gained considerable dividends.
Especially the biomaterials from various Danger Beasts in the Imperial Arms World.
They found some civilian researchers, or craftsmen with exquisite skills.
They even directly hired alchemists from the Alchemy Kingdom to manufacture strange and wonderful things.
And the Breathing Style from the Demon Slayer World could significantly improve the army's strength on a large scale.
Besides that, they also had people within the military.
These branch family members might not hold high positions, but they could also exchange for various resources.
For example, the cultivation methods for Hasshoken and Red Leg Kick Technique.
Or certain Ministerial Arms, Nichirin Blades, ninja swords, Omni-Directional Mobility Gear.
Even the Black Blood of the Kabane or 'Demon'!
These things flowed through various means and channels into the hands of the royalty of various nations.
Proclamation Government Institute, Foreign Affairs Department.
Minister Molotov sat in the assistant seat in the meeting room, patiently listening to the feedback reports from various nations.
"King Pato of the Goa Kingdom, refused!"
"Bill VI of the Eroshiu Kingdom, refused!"
"King Hanburg of the Baleu Kingdom, refused!"
"Queen Monrolon of the Taki Kingdom, agreed!"
"King Shuendaluka of the Ilusia Kingdom, refused!"
"Dee IV of the Aegis Kingdom, refused!"
"King Yumibing of the Shijia Kingdom, refused!"
The Member State Affairs Division Chief, who was giving the report, paused suddenly, then said:
"He also declared, 'Rather die standing than live kneeling.' This sentence is now widely circulating among the other kings who chose to refuse."
"Especially Elizabello II of the Prodence Kingdom, who greatly praised it. It seems to have become their slogan for resisting the World Government."
Minister Molotov, who had recently visited the Ninja World, narrowed his eyes.
"'Rather die standing than live kneeling'... It is indeed a blood boiling slogan. This King Yumibing has good eloquence."
"Unfortunately, words alone cannot stop the World Government. The unification of the world's regime is a destined outcome. Continue."
"Yes, Minister."
Hearing the command, the Member State Affairs Division Chief quickly nodded.
"King Neptune of the Fish-Man Island Ryugu Palace, agreed!"
"Oh?"
Minister Molotov raised an eyebrow in surprise. "Did that 'Great Knight of the Sea' agree directly?"
He asked this because he knew King Neptune's personality was that of a strong faction, and his own military strength was not weak.
The Member State Affairs Division Chief explained:
"According to the subordinates below, King Neptune initially refused."
"And he was very angry, believing this was a new oppression by the World Government against the Fish-Man Tribe. He even brought out the Equal and Friendly Relations Communiqué previously signed by the Five Elders, asking if it was just waste paper."
Minister Molotov became interested. "And then?"
"Just as our people were confirming with King Neptune if that was his final decision, Queen Otohime came out and stopped King Neptune, telling him to go back to the harem to calm down first. Then she told them she needed a night for consideration..."
Before the Member State Affairs Division Chief could finish, Minister Molotov smiled and said, "And then King Neptune agreed the next day?"
"Yes."
"Heh, this Queen Otohime is truly a smart woman, and she saved us a lot of trouble!"
Minister Molotov clapped his hands and praised her greatly.
To be honest, if Fish-Man Island had rebelled fiercely, it would indeed have been quite troublesome.
One must know that the quantity of Fish-Man Tribe and Merfolk Tribe members in the current Marines is as high as nearly ten thousand.
Moreover, there are also hundreds of Fish-Man Tribe members in the Military and Political Department, serving as instructors for Fish-Man Karate and Fish-Man Judo.
In addition.
There was also the current Fish-Man Special Forces Commander, Fisher Tiger, who was promoted to Marine Headquarters Admiral last year.
So, if something really happened, the impact would definitely be very large.
The Member State Affairs Division Chief nodded and smiled, "Hehe, Queen Otohime is also an official in the Propaganda Department after all."
"Hmm, what about Elbaf, Amazon Lily, Totto Land, Whitebeard Kingdom, and Alabasta?"
Mentioning these five nations, Minister Molotov's expression became serious.
(End of this chapter)
