"Then let's carry out idealism with a realistic attitude,"
Minerva responded without hesitation:
"Perhaps now I cannot offer you as much as the elder brother or Li Lin, but when the disputes end and all forces have reshuffled, how will you Laplanders fare? And where will you stand, Your Excellency?"
The music faltered for a moment, and Mika's smile sank.
(Indeed, this woman's purpose in contacting the consortium was not just to complete the mission. She and the Lapland behind her were attempting to obtain the technology of the consortium while also planning to observe the situation and adjust their stance in a timely manner.)
No one would entrust their safety completely to so-called allies, especially the Laplanders who are used to the true face of "allies." Ostensibly allied with Charlemagne, but secretly closely involved with various powers, this "sword-eating diplomacy" mindset is best illustrated by their actions.
——The dealings with the consortium are of the same nature.
