Chapter 666-France
Translator: ryangohsf
Editor: Nora
3 PM, Dragon Head, guest room.
After handling everything nicely, the voyage squadron proceeded toward the location where the Spanish Invincible squadron had sunk to scoop up the cannons. Finally, Ouyang Shuo had time to meet Alvaro.
"Sorry for making you wait!" Ouyang Shuo slightly smiled.
After learning about Alvaro’s history, Ouyang Shuo's interest greatly increased. Ancient China lacked navy generals, and Shanhai City had already basically taken the limited pool. On the other hand, the west had many famous navy generals.
Shanhai City aimed to have territories everywhere and wanted to spread its influence. Naturally, it should turn its vision to the whole entire world and accept all talents. Hence, Ouyang Shuo did not mind having a Spanish navy general under him.
However, Alvaro did not fall for it; he was unwilling to surrender.
"Old general, reality has proven that the times of the Spanish Invincible Squadron are over. Their glory is no more. However, Shanhai City is different. We went past the Pacific, the Indian Ocean and the Atlantic, crossing from Asia to Europe. We are the only ones that can be called a global squadron," Ouyang Shuo said.
Alvaro's eyes shook, "So what?"
"So what? Commanding a global squadron is the dream of every navy general. Don’t tell me you have grown old and lost your ambitions?" Ouyang Shuo joked.
Humph!
"Old general, as long as you agree to join Shanhai City, I promise you that the voyage squadron will only take Gibraltar Port and will not attack the Spanish. How's that?" Ouyang Shuo was ready to take a step back.
From the start, he did not expect to destroy Spain.
He had accomplished his goal of crushing their arrogant squadron. One could foresee that in the future year, they would struggle even in the Mediterranean.
If Ouyang Shuo only had to take a step back in exchange for the allegiance of a great general, he felt that it was worth it.
"Are your words true?" Alvaro was in disbelief.
The Spanish Invincible Squadron was completely swept up in this battle. The long coastlines were basically defenseless; they were right there for the taking.
"At this time, you actually do not want to push for the win?" Alvaro looked toward Ouyang Shuo with probing eyes, "You are so young. Can you actually resist such temptation?"
When Ouyang Shuo heard these questions, he smiled, "I've never gone back on my words. Old general should know that in Shanhai City, players and natives are equal existences."
Ouyang Shuo's words directly struck a scar in his heart. During this battle, the Spanish's actions toward their sailors had made Alvaro feel truly disappointed.
"Okay, I promise you!" Alvaro raised his head with a determined expression, "However, I hope that you do not forget your promise. If not, I'll go all out, even if I have to die."
"Of course." Ouyang Shuo nodded.
"General Alvaro greets the Lord!" Alvaro officially greeted Ouyang Shuo.
Ouyang Shuo nodded and looked at his stats.
Name: Alvaro de Bazan (Emperor Rank)
Title: Father of the Spanish Soldiers
Dynasty: 16th Century Spain
Identity: Shanhai City General
Occupation: Special General
Loyalty: 65
Command: 87
Force: 75
Intelligence: 75
Politics: 65
Specialty: Naval Warfare (34% increase in cannon range and power, 25% increase in warship sailing speed, 25% increase in defenses of warships, 30% increase in navy warrior morale, 15% increase in navy tactics.)
Weapon: Spanish Rapier
Evaluation: Alvaro de Bazan, the 1st Marquis of Santa Cruz, proficient at tactics and a genius in terms of planning and commanding. The General of Phillip the Second.
Gaia granted the skill ratings and stats of generals based on a standardized rubric. At the same time, it would use the power of the country, the scale of the country, its historical foundation, and the like to perform a second round of correction.
Hence, the historical generals of some countries were at most emperor rank or even just king rank. If they could not even reach the king rank standard, Gaia would just change one to king rank.
As a result, no matter how small a country was, they would have a king ranked general at the very least.
As an ocean overlord and a European superpower in real life, Spain also had an incredibly strong history. Although it could not be compared to China, Gaia's evaluation for it was still rather high.
Across the entirety of Spain, there was only one god ranked general, the Spanish military god, the one known as the blood slayer - Fernando Alvarez. Apart from that, there were also many emperor ranked generals, including Alvaro.
Without a doubt, his addition was of great meaning to Shanhai City. Just as Ouyang Shuo was about to discuss with Alvaro regarding his appointment arrangements, a system notification sounded out.
"Global Notification: Congratulations China region Lord Qiyue Wuyi for successfully recruiting Spanish General Alvaro, becoming the first person to recruit a historical general from another country. Rewarded 10 thousand merit points, 50 thousand reputation points, and one king rank summoning talisman, congratulations player!"
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The moment the notification sounded out, the world was stunned.
They were stunned not only because Qiyue Wuyi had recruited a general from another country, but because the notification had an underlying meaning. It meant that in this country war, Spain had lost.
Along with the news of the country war being spread online, the conflict between Spain and Shanhai City was known across the world. Before this, no one thought that Shanhai City could defeat the strong Spanish like they had taken down Singapore.
Especially to the other Mediterranean countries, the Spanish Invincible Squadron was basically a nightmare.
Hence, the various European states did not even think about joining in and sat quietly at the side.
In the end? Ouyang Shuo actually recruited Spain’s strongest general. This development had many peaks, causing various reactions.
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When the notification sounded out, the ones that were the most shocked were the Mediterranean states.
Italy, Greece, France, Egypt, Turkey, and the like were filled with various thought. Their first course of action was to confirm what had happened to the Spanish Invincible Squadron.
"Can the Spanish Invincible Squadron still continue to rule the Mediterranean?" They needed to confirm this point and adjust their strategies regarding the seas. If possible, they would use this chance to rise up.
Amongst which, the most delighted party was France.
During the later parts of the 17th century, France was also extremely prosperous.
In that 50 years of glory, the French navy defeated the strong Spanish, Holland, and even the English to hold power over both the Atlantic and the Mediterranean, becoming the strongest country of that time.
However, in the Battles of Barfleur and La Hougue in 1692, the newly risen French Navy was defeated by Holland and lost their control over the ocean. Afterward, they swiftly withered into dust in history.
As a result, the French had a greater desire than any other Mediterranean country to rise up.
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French Region, Vic City.
As the strongest Lord in France, Henry had shown his face on the world stage and was even among the top 10 Lords of the world. However, in the Mediterranean, he actually acted low profile.
Although he desired to make himself known, the Spanish Invincible Squadron had suppressed him.
The moment the notification sounded out, Henry finally saw a chance for France to enter the Mediterranean. In truth, when the war between Shanhai City and Spain had started, he had already started paying attention to it.
When Lianzhou Lord Qiyue Wuyi completed the storyline quest, Henry saw a little hope. Despite this, he still did not make any moves.
However, when this notification sounded, he finally decided to strike.
"Men!"
"Present!" The secretary walked over.
"Three things!" Henry raised three fingers, "First, send all our scouts out to find out exactly what happened in the Spain battle." Henry placed down one finger.
"Understood!"
"Secondly, order the Gaule Squadron to enter a level 1 state of alert. Get ready to enter the Mediterranean at any moment." The Gaule Squadron was the secret weapon of Vic City; Harry had hidden it all along. Now, it was time for him to use it.
"Thirdly, send someone to contact the voyage squadron to let them know our kind intentions."
The secretary did not ask anything; he just turned around and left.
In the gloomy reading room, Henry muttered,"Lianzhou Lord, do not disappoint me."
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Apart from the Mediterranean countries, the various European countries were also stunned.
England Region, Avic Fort.
"He recruited a Spanish navy general? Interesting." William sat in the reading room on the highest floor of the castle, "The next destination of the voyage squadron should be us, right?"
"Yes!" The secretary's face was extremely serious.
Without a doubt, although Shanhai City was not deemed as a war maniac, its reputation for stirring up problems had been recognized by the various countries.
Wherever they went, problems would follow.
As the final destination, how could England avoid all these problems?
"Sire, we should make some preparations in advance," the secretary tried to persuade him.
William raised his brows; he picked up the cup of red wine on the table and slowly sipped, "What preparations? Who knows, there might be a huge deal."
"Huge deal?" The secretary did not understand.
William was not planning to explain the matter to him, so he changed the topic and asked, "Where did Annie go to?"
"Sire please forgive me. She snatched five warships and brought along her Iron Lady forces to attack pirates."
"She's really fooling around." Although he chided her, he did not look angry. Obviously, he really loved and pampered this sister, "Remember to arrange a squadron to protect them."
"It has already been done." The secretary had not forgotten to take such precaution.