Chapter 169: d.


    It was none other than d.


    It sounded like a region covered with ice.


    And indeed, d was located at a hightitude of 64 degrees north.


    It was the northernmost country in the world, based on the averagetitude of its territory.


    But contrary to this, d was a rather warm region, and the temperature difference between summer and winter was very small.


    Especially Reykjavik, the capital of d, was very warm.


    The average temperature in January, the coldest month, was above zero.


    It was thanks to the North Antic Current that kept d warm.


    d doesnt match its name.


    It was strange to think about it.


    Why was d warm and Greend cold?


    It all started from a trick by the Vikings long ago.


    They discovered d and Greend, but Greend was a coldnd that people didnt want to migrate to.


    So they named it Greend.


    And they advertised that this ind was very good to live in.


    On the contrary, d was warm despite its hightitude, and it was good to live in.


    But when many people crowded into the small ind, the Vikings who lived there named this ind d.


    As a result, the number of immigrants decreased.


    Of course, if this was the only feature, Kim Ki-woo didnt need to pay attention to it.


    But d had a lot of potential to produce cheap electricity inrge quantities.


    Its the most suitable ind for geothermal power generation.


    This ind was a volcanic ind located on top of the Mid-Antic Ridge.


    It had a characteristic of active volcanic activity.


    The geothermal activity was on a huge scale, and it was suitable for power generation using this heat.


    In fact, d in the original history was the country that used geothermal energy the best.


    It takes a lot of investment to build a geothermal power nt


    Geothermal power generation, which was the only one that used the energy of the earth itself among various power generation methods, had many problems despite its many advantages.


    The most important thing was that the facility investment cost was too high and the profitability was low.


    It was very difficult to achieve unless it was a volcanic ind like d.


    Thats not a big problem.


    He had been pouring money into the world continuously, so his finances were not as abundant as before.


    But he had more than enough to invest in d.


    It wasnt time to deal with environmental issues yet, but geothermal power generation was a very environmentally friendly power generation method.


    The problem is that its a very dangerous ind.


    There were as many as 130 volcanoes in d.


    Of course, only about 30 of them were active volcanoes, but this was also a veryrge number.


    As a result, there were many volcanic eruptions on this ind throughout history. And there would be more in the future.


    Moreover, he couldnt investigate d in detail, so he didnt know when that would happen.


    Even in modern times, it caused a lot of damage worldwide, so I cant be careless.


    He remembered the volcanic eruption of d in the original history.


    It was vivid how it caused panic in European aviation due to the volcanic eruption that urred around 2010.


    If he built a geothermal power nt in this area, he would have to face the threat of volcanic eruption, but he couldnt give up because of this problem.


    The geothermal power generation of d was too attractive.


    You cant avoid eating because youre afraid of worms.


    Kim Ki-woo decided.


    He decided to build a geothermal power nt in d.


    ***


    Is that really what the Wakan Tanka Empire wants?


    Yes, Your Majesty.


    Frederick II, the king of Denmark and Norway, stared at Transparent ss, an imperial diplomat.


    He doesnt like it.


    To be honest, Frederick II didnt like the empire very much.


    There were several reasons for this, but first of all, it was because it was where Spiritism, a religion that spread widely throughout the world, originated from.


    Recently, more and more followers of Spiritism were increasing in various parts of Europe and even in the Ottoman region.


    The empire was so excellent, but more than anything else, it was because of Kim Ki-woos existence as an immortal spirit.


    Unlike other religions, there was tangible evidence.


    Of course, that was not the only reason.


    I cant stand leaving Sweden alone, even if they are not worth chewing on.


    He had joined the World Union with Denmark and Norway, which he ruled.


    So did Sweden.


    He had no intention of deviating from the global trend, even if he did not like the Empire.


    Thanks to that, the fierce war in the north was suspended.


    As an ambitious Frederick II, he could not help but regret it.


    However, he only suppressed such feelings inside, and showed no change in his expression.


    Instead, he racked his brain to figure out the Empires intentions.


    d


    d was under Denmarks control.


    In the 13th century, when d became uncontroble due to a civil war, the parliament decided to ept Norways rule to find stability.


    And at the end of the 14th century, Norway and Denmark were united, and the sovereignty was transferred to Denmark.


    Of course, the reality was that the sovereignty was weakening due to the recent war and urgent situation, but the clear thing was that it was a country under Denmarks control.


    But the Wakan Tanka Empire wanted d to be independent.


    d is and that is legally under Denmarks control. But you want me to make d independent? Thats very unpleasant. I cant help but doubt your proposal.


    You misunderstand. As Your Majesty knows well, the Empire does not want other countriesnds. There are still plenty of undevelopednds on the Wakan Tanka continent, why would we covet d?


    Hmm.


    He did not want to admit it, but Frederick II somewhat agreed with this statement.


    I dont understand.


    If he had as much power as the Wakan Tanka Empire, he would have conquered many countries by force, not just that filthy Sweden.


    But the Wakan Tanka Empire was different.


    After unifying the huge Wakan Tanka continent, they did not show much territorial ambition.


    Looking back at history, it was clear that they would not go too far to covet d.


    Not only d. Your Majesty does not want a country to be under another countrys control. This is simr to other cases of countries we are negotiating with.


    I see what you mean. However, d is a very valuablend. I cant just give it up because the Empire wants it.


    As he said, ds Hafnarfjrur was one of the main activity areas of the Hanseatic League.


    In the past, German merchants expelled British merchants and monopolized themerce in this area.


    Because of this, in 1602 in original history, Denmark prohibited d from trading with countries other than Denmark.


    It was that valuable.


    Thats why the Empire offers this muchpensation. It should be enough.


    Well. I have a slightly different opinion on that.


    Frederick II leaned back on his backrest and shook his head sideways.


    Damn. You want to get more out of this opportunity?


    He expected it to some extent, but as soon as he saw signs of stagnation in the negotiation,


    Transparent ss bit his tongue inside.


    ***


    It took a long time to finalize the negotiation as Transparent ss thought.


    Haha. My country expresses great respect for the Empires cause. Please be sure to tell your Emperor.


    Yes. I will definitely deliver it.


    Frederick IIs face was very bright.


    He got a lot from this negotiation.


    Conversely, it meant that Transparent ss gave more concessions than the original terms.


    Ill be able to develop my country more easily than that damn Sweden with this opportunity.


    Frederick II smiled with satisfaction as he thought so.


    Looking at him, Transparent ss also thought.


    Enjoy it while you can. Youll regret itter.


    He was one of the few diplomats who knew Kim Ki-woos intention to develop d.


    Thats why he didnt care about the worse terms than before.


    There was an order from His Majesty the Emperor to ept any reasonable terms.


    Then I wish you all the best. Ill take my leave now.


    Lets take a look.


    With that, the transparent ss left Denmark and headed straight for d.


    And after convening the dic parliament, he dered.


    From now on, d is free from Denmarks rule and has be an independent nation.


    As soon as the transparent ss finished speaking, silence swept over the audience.


    The members of parliament hadplex expressions on their faces.


    Although Denmark was in turmoil and the parliaments influence had grown considerably recently, they did not expect to achieve independence in such a sudden way.


    I know what you are worried about. But dont worry. If necessary, the empire will not spare any support until ds political and economic situation stabilizes.


    Hmm Why are you doing so much for us?


    It was a natural question.


    A tiny indpared to the empire.


    Moreover, it was far north and far away from the empire.


    Not to mention the poption was not thatrge.


    Only tens of thousands of people lived on the ind of d.


    Especially some of the dic members of parliament had witnessed the negotiations between Denmark and the empire.


    They clearly saw that the empire paid a considerable price, which made them more curious.


    At this, the transparent ss smiled slyly.


    First of all, Ill ask you. Do you intend to join the World Union?


    Thats obvious.


    In this era, and having gained independence thanks to the empire, they had no choice but to join the World Union.


    They had already made a decision rted to the World Union.


    Then lets talk about the rest after joining the World Union is approved.


    It was a mysterious remark.


    They were really curious about what the rest was.


    But the transparent ss only gave a meaningful look and refrained from saying more.


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    The Wakan Tanka Empire was undoubtedly a founding member of the World Union.


    It had a dominant power within the World Union, and it was very difficult to propose an agenda that went against the empires will.


    This was partly because of the empires power, but also because most of the member states had a huge debt rtionship with the empire.


    The debtor had no choice but to follow the creditors lead.


    But even so, they could not ignore the procedure.


    It took a lot of time to get d into the World Union.


    But it was only a matter of time. Eventually,


    With this, we will finally approve ds entry into the World Union.


    d became a proud member of the World Union.


    As if he had been waiting for this moment, the transparent ss visited d again as soon as possible.


    Congrattions. You are now an equal member of the World Union. Then we should discuss the support that will take ce in the future.


    But can we modernize like the empire


    Dont worry about that. d will achieve modernization faster than any other country.


    What do you mean?


    Look at this.


    The transparent ss handed over documents to the members of parliament. They could not contain their curiosity and flipped through them.


    And


    Gasp!


    Thats impossible


    They could not close their mouths at the astronomical amount written there.


    Did you bring it wrong?


    No. Its urate. If you sign these documents, all these supports will be implemented immediately.


    Why on earth


    d is a very blessednd and will be a very importantnd for the empire. The Wakan Tanka Empire hopes to maintain a long and good rtionship with your country.


    After that, the transparent ss exined geothermal power generation and passionately argued about ds outstanding value.


    The volcano has that much value?


    For ders, volcanic eruptions were disasters.


    Many people lost their lives because of this throughout history.


    But now it turned out to be a blessing.


    It was truly ironic.


    So what do you say? Will you ept the empires offer?


    Of course! How can we refuse these terms?


    Theres no need to think more


    We dont need to think at all. Lets sign it right away!


    This is how a treaty that led to ds revival was signed.