Chapter 994: Side Story – Elsie’s Tale
The explosive War of Independence had finally broken out!
In the New World, most colonies had begun to revolt. Especially the colonies of the Kingdom of Norma, where the resistance movement had been particularly intense. Not only did the governor want to rebel against their homeland, but the Maya people also wanted to rebel against the governor. “You oppose me, I oppose him,” everyone wanted to suppress each other, resulting in complete chaos.
The colonies of the Kingdom of Gran had initially been relatively calm. However, once the neighboring Norma colonies erupted into disarray, the Kingdom of Gran’s colonial governors couldn’t help but harbor rebellious thoughts, bandwagoning to secure greater benefits for themselves.
The entire New World had descended into war. Only two cities had remained as stable as Mount Tai. These were two cities personally established by Robb: one called Jinguan City, and the other Shuangqing City.
Shuangqing City had also become the largest and most prosperous city in the New World! In reality, Robb had long ceased to administer the city. He had essentially disengaged from mundane affairs and spent his days leisurely on airships, traveling the world. One day he might be seen hovering over the Kingdom of Gran, and the next he could suddenly appear in Big Tang, elusive as a mythical dragon.
The real person in charge of Shuangqing City now was Robb’s right-hand man, Elsie. While Robb was globetrotting, Elsie had been handling all affairs in both Shuangqing City and Jinguan City. No one could challenge him, because everyone knew that the so-called “world’s strongest army,” the Westwind Self-Defense Force, was currently under Elsie’s command.
Armed with the world’s most advanced weapons and military doctrines, the Westwind Self-Defense Force was incredibly powerful. To put it arrogantly, if Elsie ever decided to rebel, he’d merely need to deploy this army. No kingdom could withstand its might. However, Elsie was exceptionally low-key. This “world’s strongest army” was merely used to maintain peace in Shuangqing and Jinguan Cities and was never employed for invasion or looting.
By now, the New World had turned into complete chaos with wars erupting everywhere, independence movements upsetting the heavens, yet Elsie remained unmoved. The overwhelmingly strong Westwind Self-Defense Force spent their days patrolling Shuangqing and Jinguan Cities, enjoying life. Let the outside world be as chaotic as it wants, just don’t disturb my tranquility.
Finally, everyone realized that continuing this way was futile. So, a large group of colonial governors gathered in Shuangqing City, standing before Elsie. Holding a teacup, Elsie mimicked Robb, savoring Longjing tea imported from the East. However, his close attendants knew that the man actually had coffee in his cup.
Elsie couldn’t get used to Eastern tea; he only enjoyed coffee. However, he wanted to emulate Robb’s tea-drinking mannerisms. Therefore, he poured coffee into the teacup, half-concealing it with his hand. That way, no one knew what he was drinking, yet he managed to exude the same aura as Robb when sipping tea.
This novel was translated on ShanghaiFantasy, https://shanghaifantasy.com/novel/after-maxing-out-all-classes/. If you are not reading on this website, it was stolen and aggregated
One of the governors stepped forward and said, “Lord Elsie, we’ve come to ask you to take the lead in founding a new nation.”
“What? What did you say?” Elsie was astonished. “Found a nation? Are you planning a rebellion?”
“Yes, precisely, a rebellion,” the governor replied. “We have worked so hard in the New World, developing and achieving what we have now. Yet the high nobles back home always want to exploit us, to take everything from the colonies. If we don’t declare independence and form our own kingdom, they’ll bleed us dry.”
Elsie responded, “This has nothing to do with me; I can’t help you.”
“How can you say it has nothing to do with you? You’re also part of the New World.”
“Please refer to me as a member of Godfather’s airship. I don’t belong to any continent or city; I only belong to that airship. Though the airship is mainly occupied by women and it’s not appropriate for me to be there, my heart has already followed it.”
Everyone inwardly cursed him but dared not voice their frustrations.
The governor who had initially spoken said, “Even if Godfather were here, he’d surely agree.”
He paused, then continued seriously, “Right now, the New World is incessantly plagued by wars. Not only do we fight among ourselves, but we also have to battle the legions sent by our motherland, resulting in total chaos. Although in Shuangqing City…”
Elsie shrugged.
The governor went on, “Godfather hates seeing so many refugees displaced. If he were here, he’d surely find a solution. Our solution is to declare independence, unite the forces from all colonies, and fend off threats from our motherland. Then we would form a federation and cease fighting amongst ourselves. We’d focus on economic development, thereby saving our citizens.”
At this point, he paused again, seeking the approval of the other governors with his eyes, then continued seriously, “We plan to make this newly formed federation’s capital Shuangqing City, with you as the President.”
Elsie exclaimed, “Wow, are you trying to force me to become a king?”
“Not a king, a President.”
“What’s the difference?” Elsie said, “This isn’t a good idea. I’m busy serving Godfather; I don’t have time for this. If I were to do this, it would make me look ambitious, and Godfather would be displeased.”
Everyone retorted in unison, “Godfather is already gallivanting around the world in his airship. You’re wandering around Shuangqing City all day with the Westwind Self-Defense Force, with nothing better to do. How can you say you don’t have time?”
Elsie said, “If I were to do this…”
This novel was translated on ShanghaiFantasy, https://shanghaifantasy.com/novel/after-maxing-out-all-classes/. If you are not reading on this website, it was stolen and aggregated
Everyone was both amused and exasperated, thinking to themselves: “So, you’re essentially telling us to go talk to Godfather, aren’t you? Fine, you’re cunning enough, but we’ve been prepared for this kind of maneuvering from you for quite some time.”
One of the governors extended his hand and said, “Lord Elsie, may we borrow your state-of-the-art video communication crystal panel to have a conversation with Godfather?”
Elsie, of course, had obliged.
Not long after, a group of governors had stood in front of the specialized crystal panel for video communication. They reported the New World situation to Robb, who was leisurely aboard his airship, explaining their intentions to establish a federation with Shuangqing City as the capital and Elsie as the President, among other things.
They heard Robb laugh from the other side, saying, “Elsie, you’ve been with me for many years. It’s time for you to strike out on your own. Take good care of the New World; you know my philosophy. I hope you manage the New World in a manner consistent with my ideas, always taking the concept of ‘happiness’ into account before making any decision.”
Elsie had respectfully replied, “Your wish is my command! I will not fail you and will ensure that the New World Federation is well-managed and continues to thrive.”
Thus, the Maya Federation Republic had been founded. The kingdom was a conglomeration of several small colonies, each called a state, each with its different laws and management systems. However, they all recognized Shuangqing City as their capital. After Elsie took his position, he had governed diligently, welcomed immigrants, and rapidly developed the economy. Having followed Robb for a very long time, Elsie’s mind was filled with Robb’s philosophies. Therefore, under his administration, the Federation’s economy had surged.
As for the future, that was left for everyone to contemplate.
The wheel of history had continued to roll forward, and whatever came later would be pulled into the path it was destined to follow by the swirl of fate. Robb didn’t want to interfere; he wasn’t that industrious. He believed what’s meant to be will be; just let everything happen as it may.
Chapter 994: Side Story – Elsie’s Tale
The explosive War of Independence had finally broken out!
In the New World, most colonies had begun to revolt. Especially the colonies of the Kingdom of Norma, where the resistance movement had been particularly intense. Not only did the governor want to rebel against their homeland, but the Maya people also wanted to rebel against the governor. “You oppose me, I oppose him,” everyone wanted to suppress each other, resulting in complete chaos.
The colonies of the Kingdom of Gran had initially been relatively calm. However, once the neighboring Norma colonies erupted into disarray, the Kingdom of Gran’s colonial governors couldn’t help but harbor rebellious thoughts, bandwagoning to secure greater benefits for themselves.
The entire New World had descended into war. Only two cities had remained as stable as Mount Tai. These were two cities personally established by Robb: one called Jinguan City, and the other Shuangqing City.
Shuangqing City had also become the largest and most prosperous city in the New World! In reality, Robb had long ceased to administer the city. He had essentially disengaged from mundane affairs and spent his days leisurely on airships, traveling the world. One day he might be seen hovering over the Kingdom of Gran, and the next he could suddenly appear in Big Tang, elusive as a mythical dragon.
The real person in charge of Shuangqing City now was Robb’s right-hand man, Elsie. While Robb was globetrotting, Elsie had been handling all affairs in both Shuangqing City and Jinguan City. No one could challenge him, because everyone knew that the so-called “world’s strongest army,” the Westwind Self-Defense Force, was currently under Elsie’s command.
Armed with the world’s most advanced weapons and military doctrines, the Westwind Self-Defense Force was incredibly powerful. To put it arrogantly, if Elsie ever decided to rebel, he’d merely need to deploy this army. No kingdom could withstand its might. However, Elsie was exceptionally low-key. This “world’s strongest army” was merely used to maintain peace in Shuangqing and Jinguan Cities and was never employed for invasion or looting.
By now, the New World had turned into complete chaos with wars erupting everywhere, independence movements upsetting the heavens, yet Elsie remained unmoved. The overwhelmingly strong Westwind Self-Defense Force spent their days patrolling Shuangqing and Jinguan Cities, enjoying life. Let the outside world be as chaotic as it wants, just don’t disturb my tranquility.
Finally, everyone realized that continuing this way was futile. So, a large group of colonial governors gathered in Shuangqing City, standing before Elsie. Holding a teacup, Elsie mimicked Robb, savoring Longjing tea imported from the East. However, his close attendants knew that the man actually had coffee in his cup.
Elsie couldn’t get used to Eastern tea; he only enjoyed coffee. However, he wanted to emulate Robb’s tea-drinking mannerisms. Therefore, he poured coffee into the teacup, half-concealing it with his hand. That way, no one knew what he was drinking, yet he managed to exude the same aura as Robb when sipping tea.
This novel was translated on ShanghaiFantasy, https://shanghaifantasy.com/novel/after-maxing-out-all-classes/. If you are not reading on this website, it was stolen and aggregated
One of the governors stepped forward and said, “Lord Elsie, we’ve come to ask you to take the lead in founding a new nation.”
“What? What did you say?” Elsie was astonished. “Found a nation? Are you planning a rebellion?”
“Yes, precisely, a rebellion,” the governor replied. “We have worked so hard in the New World, developing and achieving what we have now. Yet the high nobles back home always want to exploit us, to take everything from the colonies. If we don’t declare independence and form our own kingdom, they’ll bleed us dry.”
Elsie responded, “This has nothing to do with me; I can’t help you.”
“How can you say it has nothing to do with you? You’re also part of the New World.”
“Please refer to me as a member of Godfather’s airship. I don’t belong to any continent or city; I only belong to that airship. Though the airship is mainly occupied by women and it’s not appropriate for me to be there, my heart has already followed it.”
Everyone inwardly cursed him but dared not voice their frustrations.
The governor who had initially spoken said, “Even if Godfather were here, he’d surely agree.”
He paused, then continued seriously, “Right now, the New World is incessantly plagued by wars. Not only do we fight among ourselves, but we also have to battle the legions sent by our motherland, resulting in total chaos. Although in Shuangqing City…”
Elsie shrugged.
The governor went on, “Godfather hates seeing so many refugees displaced. If he were here, he’d surely find a solution. Our solution is to declare independence, unite the forces from all colonies, and fend off threats from our motherland. Then we would form a federation and cease fighting amongst ourselves. We’d focus on economic development, thereby saving our citizens.”
At this point, he paused again, seeking the approval of the other governors with his eyes, then continued seriously, “We plan to make this newly formed federation’s capital Shuangqing City, with you as the President.”
Elsie exclaimed, “Wow, are you trying to force me to become a king?”
“Not a king, a President.”
“What’s the difference?” Elsie said, “This isn’t a good idea. I’m busy serving Godfather; I don’t have time for this. If I were to do this, it would make me look ambitious, and Godfather would be displeased.”
Everyone retorted in unison, “Godfather is already gallivanting around the world in his airship. You’re wandering around Shuangqing City all day with the Westwind Self-Defense Force, with nothing better to do. How can you say you don’t have time?”
Elsie said, “If I were to do this…”
This novel was translated on ShanghaiFantasy, https://shanghaifantasy.com/novel/after-maxing-out-all-classes/. If you are not reading on this website, it was stolen and aggregated
Everyone was both amused and exasperated, thinking to themselves: “So, you’re essentially telling us to go talk to Godfather, aren’t you? Fine, you’re cunning enough, but we’ve been prepared for this kind of maneuvering from you for quite some time.”
One of the governors extended his hand and said, “Lord Elsie, may we borrow your state-of-the-art video communication crystal panel to have a conversation with Godfather?”
Elsie, of course, had obliged.
Not long after, a group of governors had stood in front of the specialized crystal panel for video communication. They reported the New World situation to Robb, who was leisurely aboard his airship, explaining their intentions to establish a federation with Shuangqing City as the capital and Elsie as the President, among other things.
They heard Robb laugh from the other side, saying, “Elsie, you’ve been with me for many years. It’s time for you to strike out on your own. Take good care of the New World; you know my philosophy. I hope you manage the New World in a manner consistent with my ideas, always taking the concept of ‘happiness’ into account before making any decision.”
Elsie had respectfully replied, “Your wish is my command! I will not fail you and will ensure that the New World Federation is well-managed and continues to thrive.”
Thus, the Maya Federation Republic had been founded. The kingdom was a conglomeration of several small colonies, each called a state, each with its different laws and management systems. However, they all recognized Shuangqing City as their capital. After Elsie took his position, he had governed diligently, welcomed immigrants, and rapidly developed the economy. Having followed Robb for a very long time, Elsie’s mind was filled with Robb’s philosophies. Therefore, under his administration, the Federation’s economy had surged.
As for the future, that was left for everyone to contemplate.
The wheel of history had continued to roll forward, and whatever came later would be pulled into the path it was destined to follow by the swirl of fate. Robb didn’t want to interfere; he wasn’t that industrious. He believed what’s meant to be will be; just let everything happen as it may.
