The historians have different views.
on who is the final winner of the Vermillion's battle?
Empire Fleet won in terms of strategy,
While Alliance won in terms of tactics.
Alliance won at the battle field,
While the Empire Fleet won outside the battle field.
There are different point of views,
But none are convincing.
However both parties know that,
None of them feels that they are the winner.
It may be exaggerating,
Both parties think highly of their opponent.
And they realise that they feel for each other.
The dispersed Empire Fleet has assembled.
They have more than 40000 ships.
It's a right choice for Admiral Merkatz to leave.
How much strength did he bring with him?
60 ships and 1 1820 soldiers.
In the record, they have all perished.
This is a small number
as compared to the surrounding Empire Fleet.
Check that they do not have
more than 3000 ships that can fight.
If they change their mind and start fire again,
We will have a tragic death.
Having tea with 40000 enemy's fleet,
What a unique atmosphere.
What shall we do next?
So that is Yang Wenli...
They must be disappointed.
It's my pleasure to meet the
best Admiral of the Alliance.
It's my pleasure to meet you too.
If we are from the same side,
I will definitely learn military strategies from you.
It's a pity that things are not what we hope for.
You flatter me.
If I am born in Reich,
I will be able
to enjoy my nap at home now.
Life is unpredictable.
Yes.
This way please.
I have always wanted to meet you.
Finally, my wish comes true.
I am sorry.
We are fated to meet. Do you still
remember the Battle of Astate that happened 3 years ago?
I received your message,
You wished me good health till we meet again.
Thanks to you that I survived.
But I did not receive your reply.
Pardon me for being rude, I am sorry.
I will not go after you for that.
Would you like to join me?
I heard you are appointed as Marshal.
I can appoint you as a Marshal too.
Given the present situation,
It is more practical to be my marshal.
This is my honour,
But I hope to retire.
Why?
Because I don't think... I can help you much.
Are you being humble?
Or do you think that I lack the charisma of a leader?
No, I never think that way.
If I am born in the Empire,
Even if you don't invite me,
I would like to follow you.
But we drink different water.
It will be harmful to our body.
But I don't think the Alliance's water is suitable for you.
As compared to your credits,
Don't you think you are underpaid?
And you have so many constraints.
I am happy with the rewards I get,
and I like the taste of this water.
So your loyalty is only for democracy?
Is that what you mean?
It... yes.
Is democracy that good?
Didn't the democracy of Reich...
became the seedbed for Empire...
because of Rudolph?
The homeland you love... this is how I feel,
The man who hand over the homeland you love,
Is the leader chosen by the majority
Alliance citizens, out of their own will.
So, is democracy a body which
the people make use of their own will
to condemn their own system and values?
Pardon me, but you are denying the
value of the fire because it is the
cause for conflagration.
It may be true.
Although sometimes there are tyrants,
But we must recognise the
political effect produced under strict instruction.
I don't agree with you.
Why?
Because only the people has rights to bring harm upon themselves.
In another words,
People like Rudolph,
Or Truniht
are appointed by the people.
The people are indeed responsible for their choices.
But this is the difference.
The problem with autocracy...
is that the people can blame others for the political failure.
This is a mistake.
As compared to this mistake,
The good management of 100 Emperors are insignificant.
Moreover, a wise leader like you
is hard to come by.
Thus the merits and dismerit is obvious.
Your views are bold and new,
but rather extreme.
I can only agree to a little extent.
But back to the point,
You are trying to convince me aren't you?
No, I don't have that intention.
I am just responding to you,
And voice out a different view.
In the reverse side of any righteousness,
There must be a equal level of righteousness, isn't it?
This is just a personal view
that I am trying to share with you.
Are you saying that there is more than one righteousness and
they are not absolute? Is this what you believe in?
No, this is just one of my views.
It has nothing to do with belief.
Maybe there is one Truth in this universe.
And maybe there is a formula to solve these,
But the problem is that my hands are too short
to reach them.
If this is the case my hands are shorter than yours.
I don't need any Truth,
I just want the power to pursue my dreams freely,
The power that enables me to disobey
those irritating fellows.
Haven't you thought of that?
Isn't there anyone you dislike?
The person I dislike is someone who
hides in a safe place worshipping war, claims to be a patriot,
then send others to the battle field,
but hiding at the rear himself to enjoy life.
Working under the same flag with such person
is indeed an unbearable torment.
But you are different, you're always at the frontline.
I may sound rude,
But I am really touched.
So,
At least you recognise me for that,
I am very happy.
I had a good friend,
When we took a vow
to conquer the universe,
We promise ourselves that we will
never follow what the nobles do. We will definitely
be at the frontline to fight a glorious victory.
I am willing to sacrifice for him.
But,
He is the one who kept on sacrificing.
I am too dependent on him.
For that he lost his life for me.
If my friend is still alive,
I will not see you in person,
But your corpse.
just sent me a report.
I was told that your supervisor
wants to bear all the responsibilities,
He hopes that we can let others off.
This indeed sound like Commander Bucock.
But I hope you will reject him.
I beg you,
If we allow Commander to bear the responsibility alone,
It makes us look so useless.
Commander Yang Wenli I am not an avenger.
Towards the aristocrats of the Empire, I am not out to revenge.
As for you,
I always regard you as an opponent.
To arrest the highest ranked combat chief commander
is something that I have to do.
Since we have cease fire,
I always regard you as an opponent.
Oh yes, if I free you,
What do you intend to do?
I would like to retire.
Is democracy a body which
the people make use of their own will
to condemn their own system and values?
Planet Heinessen.
Sieg Mein Reinhard.
The highest court.
How's the situation at the defeated Government?
Prime Minister Remscheld,
killed himself in his surrounded home.
The other ministers, beside the Military Minister,
Have been arrested and put to jail.
As for Military Minister Merkatz,
It's reported that he died in the Battle of Vermillion.
But as for the young King they adored,
Alfred von Lansberg,
that criminal...
has taken him away.
I have widen the searching range.
Forget it, let him go anywhere he wants,
Those who survived when they are meant to be destroy,
Let it be the nation or human will wither.
If he is still dreaming of rebuilding Goldenbaum Dynasty,
Let him dream on.
People like him,
Why do we waste our time on him?
But, Marshal,
If we let it be,
It may becomes a catalyst.
It will be safer to continue the search.
Alright, but the army can't do much.
It involves the laws.
How should we rule the Alliance?
Starting from you,
Seek the advice from the administration experts.
Yes sir.
Although we are moving soon,
But it has to be in living condition.
First Lieutenant, where do we put this?
Oh, shift it to the study room.
Alright.
Who is he? What's wrong?
Who is he?
He is Captain Mashengo.
That I know,
But why is he here?
When I went to Phezzan,
You ordered him to protect me, didn't you?
As there is no further instruction,
He is just carrying out your order.
So he will be going to earth too?
No one can fight their destiny.
From the above points,
We have to destroy Alliance completely.
It's too early to put it directly under the control of Empire.
What do you think?
I agree. After they surrendered
their weapons, and recognize their autonomy.
We will talk about the merging later.
But I feel that we should
weaken the financial status of the Alliance.
Of course the sharp reduction in the military expenses
will strengthen the finances,
But we don't have to turn it into a second Phezzan
Of course,
Make them pay the safety assurance tax,
And bear the maintenance costs of the fleets.
This is ok.
Work out the treaty in this direction.
Yes sir.
What do you think of here?
Where?
How about Floman Street?
It's a good location, and it has many rooms.
After Julian return, there will be room for them.
I like it too.
I shall try applying then.
Are the two of you discussing about the wedding?
I am looking for a house.
As I will be moving out of here after my retirement.
Regarding the retirement,
The two of you, Schenkopp and Attemboroug,
And Officer Bucock have been approved.
However the rest, including me, have been rejected.
As the aftermath has a relatively heavy workload,
It's a headache that they approve your retirement.
Admiral Rowell is promoted to Combat Chief Minister.
I am standing in for the Logistics Minister.
Really.
How about our fleet?
Advisor Tilton is managing it.
We are forced to give up the battle ships and aircraft carrier.
The fleet is just a formality now.
This is as expected.
If this is the case,
the Sherwood Forest
will soon be significant.
No matter what,
We will know their terms
when they announce the treaty tomorrow.
Galaxy Calendar 799 year
Empire Calendar 490 year, 25th May,
Empire and Alliance formally sign the peace treaty.
Using the name of a star belongs to capital Heinessen,
They sign a contract called The Ballat Pact.
It is very obvious to everyone,
that it is actually a surrender letter.
After this contract is signed,
The highest ranking officer Jon Truniht,
will take the blame and resigned.
Knowing the humiliating content of the treaty,
And the reason to cease fire, the angry Alliance citizens...
did not blame the Empire.
They all point their fingers at Truniht who betrayed them.
Number one,
The Empire has agree to
keep the name and autonomy rights of Free Planet Alliance.
It's very ironic. Earlier on,
they are known as the rebels,
Now you are appointed the leader of the rebels.
Truniht has left,
while Alain is sick,
There must be a leader.
If not, look at number 7... Is an Affairs Officer
is equivalent to the agent of the Emperor?
Yes, the Affair Officer will become an actual
administration officer. Someone has to rule the country,
So that the Affairs officer will not have an excuse to interfere.
We must ensure the autonomy of the Alliance.
You are right.
Its like putting the rope around the neck,
And struggling to touch the floor with toes, right?
Maybe we can...
No, we have to do it this way.
To ensure the last lifeline of Alliance.
Out of the 3 galaxies Alliance had had given up,
they stationed their fleet at
Planet Wassei of Gandera Star System.
It's a good idea to appoint Steinmetz as the base commander.
As for the Higher Affair Officer...
The job scope of a Higher Affair Officer is very important.
We may have to face situation
where we have to suppress rebellion force.
I think Reuentahl is a good choice.
But,
I feel that both Reuentahl and Mittermeier
should stay in the combat troop.
Let Lennekanpt do it then.
Pardon me for being straight forward,
Lennekanpt is a typical soldier,
He is too rigid.
Especially he suffered a bad lost in Yang Wenli's hand,
I am worry that he will too harsh towards the Alliance.
We can change him if he is not doing a good job.
If he makes mistakes in managing the Alliance, we will punish him.
What's there to worry about?
Officer.
When you refuse to appoint Reuentahl as the Official of
Higher Affairs, you seems to have other reasons.
He is a beast.
Releasing a beast to the wild is a very dangerous thing.
We must try our best to
Keep him at a place where we can watch him.
Jon Truniht
would like to see you.
No.
It's not very nice.
I am the most powerful people in this world,
Why must I see someone I don't wish to see?
Marshal...
If I can, I would like to throw that scum
to the people that are blinded by hatred,
And leave him with them.
I understand how you feel,
But you have promised not to charge the leader.
I know this may be against your will,
But if we go back on our words,
They will accuse us for not keeping our promise.
Even the treaty cannot be trusted.
The people will not trust us anymore.
What does that fellow want?
Assurance for his life and assets.
And also the resident rights in Empire.
If he is appointed any position,
He will try his best to serve you.
It seems that he is too shameful
to live with the citizens whom he betrayed.
So he is here to seek my protection?
Alright, grant his request. Since I have
granted his request there is no need for me to see him.
tell him to get lost!
Yes sir, I will pass your message.
Miss Mariendorf.
I...
Mariendorf,
I am a petty man,
I know you save my life,
But I can't say a word of thanks,
Please give me some time.
Please don't say that.
I took matters in my own hands.
It is reasonable no matter how you blame me.
You make me very shameful.
You are so generous. I would like to ask a favour.
For Commander Mittermeier and Reuentahl,
Please reward them handsomely, will you?
Yes, I will.
Don't judge me by my look,
I am Yang Wenli's only good friend.
If you can't prove it, I won't let you in.
Oh, I am sorry,
Will you let him in? He is an old friend of mine.
Since your father's funeral,
16 years,
Oh, no, 17 years since we last meet.
And you have the guts to say you are my only good friend.
I have no choice. They're not letting me in.
Oh, you are Julian.
I heard Marina mentioned about you.
I am Boris Konev.
Nice to meet you.
Thank you for helping Julian, thank you.
Is that Belusca?
The people on that ship have taken good care of them.
The credit goes to Marina.
You don't have to thank me.
The problem is that ship belongs to me.
Now Alliance only exist in name,
I can't lodge a complaint to the Empire, can l?
I will think of a way.
But, in return,
I hope you can do me a favor.
What favor?
Julian and another person are traveling together,
I hope you can take care of them as a crew.
Travel? Traveling to?
You should know about it. It's the earth.
Reporting to the Acting Bishop.
Chief Secretary Acting Bishop De Villier,
Lohengramm has captured the Free Planet Alliance.
Acting Bishop of Earth Sect,
I see, what happened after that?
He didn't stay in the conquered land,
He sends Lennekanpt to station there, watching them.
Lohengramm returned to the Empire.
He brought Truniht along.
That man is rather useful.
So,
Do we use him as the rotten apple in Empire?
No, we have someone else for Empire.
We just have to be sure that he is useful.
He is very sick now, if he can hang on for another half year,
We can achieve our aim.
Great, so I will count on you.
How's the situation at Phezzan?
For Phezzan,
There are many uncertainties.
Did you manage to contact Rubinsky?
Yes, but he is a profound man.
His obedience is suspicious,
I think he is very ambitious.
Acting Bishop, you must be careful.
I know that.
But as long as he is within our control,
We don't have to bother with his play.
Yes sir.
Oh yes.
How's that traitor Grand Bishop?
I am sure that the Grand Bishop is dead.
The question is did he leak out the secret before his death?
Sieg Mein Reinhard!
Universe Calendar 799 year
Empire Calendar 490 year, 20th June
Duke Yolken Backenny, the guardian of Caroline,
the one year and eight months empress,
signs on the declaration of
20th June
The day of the new Emperor Reinhard's inauguration.
But the two person Reinhard hopes to see most are not here.
Sieg Mein Reinhard. Sieg Mein New Reich.
Galaxy Calendar Year 799,
New Empire Calendar Year 1
The Lohengramm's Dynasty has begun.
Long Live the Emperor