Holy Roland I was not completely dense. Roland V had analyzed the matter so thoroughly that anyone who still failed to understand would have something wrong with their head.
But understanding was one thing. That did not mean he had completely abandoned the idea.
"Fifth, you really don't understand this!"
Holy Roland I was both annoyed and muddled. After barely sorting through his thoughts, he finally spoke...
"Wasn't I right about the muskets before?"
"..."
Roland V fell silent, while Roland I continued.
"The Steam Engine is the same! At this stage, once we fall behind, we'll never catch up!"
As Holy Roland I said this, his emotions clearly grew agitated.
"When Great Zhou leaves us far behind in development and surpasses us in every aspect, do you think they'll let us off?"
"..."
Watching Holy Roland I grow agitated, Roland V did not rush to speak. Based on his past experience, speaking up at a time like this would not end well. It was better to wait until the other party had finished and calmed down a little before responding.
"From my perspective, Great Zhou's outlook should not be so narrow."
"Huh?"
Hearing this, Holy Roland I was clearly somewhat incensed, but for the moment, he did not explode.
Seizing the opportunity, Roland V quickly voiced his thoughts.
"Your Majesty Roland I, why don't you think carefully? Ever since Great Zhou appeared, haven't they always cherished their reputation? Maintained a good image internationally? And maintained decent relations with every nation?"
"In fact, even our Holy Roland Empire's current relationship with Great Zhou is not bad. We have not done anything irreparable."
"As things stand, the principles Great Zhou has displayed have always been 'peaceful development' and 'if others do not offend me, I will not offend them.' They may