I Became the Last Princess of the Brown Bear Kingdom

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The Chetnik leadership was completely dragged into the Danube Defense Army.

“How pitiful. There really are such ethnic groups in this world.”

“In the end, the phrase ‘you reap what you sow’ seems to fit them quite well.”

I nodded slightly at Maria II’s words.

This was the end for Serbia.

It is said that there are now less than several thousand humans left in the Serbian Autonomous Region.

The Serbians will now be in a position where their ethnicity gets absorbed here and there.

But when nationalism flares up again, they’ll probably end up fighting among themselves in the countries they belong to, becoming unable to do anything at all.

“Those poor souls.”

“What will happen now?”

For starters, Serbia will no longer be able to establish a country.

Göring and Hitler will surely place immigrants on what was once Serbian land.

So, well, the Serbian ethnicity is finished.

From the perspective of the Rome Treaty, it wouldn’t be bad if they messed things up like this.

“Perhaps, it would be fortunate if they don’t scatter everywhere and cause terror.”

The pro-People’s Militia has now become unable to act in any direction.

Eventually, they will have to inevitably integrate into the Danube and live as Danube residents.

It is unfortunate, but that’s the fate of an evil ethnicity—they brought it upon themselves.

Then, what’s left is that side towards Israel?

“The Chinese warlords seem to be fighting among themselves now.”

“That would be the case.”

Ultimately, there isn’t much the warlords can do right now.

They must be busy just working towards unification.

“What about Israel?”

“It seems Israel is fighting earnestly.”

Fighting against the Israeli army was something I had greatly desired.

For this time, they threw themselves into the fray, meaning that both sides are engaged in a distressing battle.

Regardless of their will, any ethnicity that gets dominated will be assimilated into ‘China’ by the Han people, who absolutely do not mix with Jews.

It’s a distressing battle on either side. However, on the other hand, it’s an intriguing conflict.

For now, the Chinese army is lagging behind the Israeli army.

They are armed with Rome Treaty weapons and have extraordinary war experience.

Most importantly, the Chinese army, which can’t easily be elite due to the need for personnel, still lags behind.

The qualitative difference is enormous to meet them head-on with sheer numbers. The National Army cannot launch a full-scale attack.

“They are still probably fighting alone against the National Government, right?”

The Israeli army seems to be hoping for war, while in the meantime, the black market is diligently selling guns.

“Yes. The National Government seems unable to tolerate things any longer.”

The fighting with the warlords has now become a ceasefire state.

But still, it remains a threat, so the National Army has deployed troops along the western borders—no, along the boundaries.

Well, outwardly, they are not unified, are they? The existence of China still remains as one entity.

It just appears divided. Hence, I understand the truce with the warlords.

“That makes sense. They’ll cling to fighting desperately.”

Are they going to let everything go here? If that happens, it will really be the end.

It’s already a chaotic scene with various incidents. It would be amusing if the Israeli army occupied Shanghai and continued to confront Israel.

The National Government will certainly have a tough time.

“Soong Mei-ling is still alive. What this means…”

It seems many female leaders have emerged in this real world.

With female rulers emerging all over Europe, Eva Perón leading in South America, and the National Government being led by a woman as well.

It seems that significant events in the future will be driven by women, suggesting that women’s organizations might rise in a different sense.

Well, that’s that.

“If the National Government and Israel keep exchanging blows, which side will end up in a tough spot?”

The most important point here is that the National Government doesn’t rule over all regions of China.

What does this imply?

At the very least, they should be able to have a match with the National Government, at the level of Israel.

The National Government’s population is in the tens of millions.

That’s several times more than Israel, but considering that the National Government has to split their military, it seems Israel has the upper hand.

However, Israel is also making efforts in Qing and the Special Administrative Regions.

They are creating settlements and gradually encroaching on the national border.

They are continuously pouring money into it.

They are seducing local governments of the Special Administrative Regions and the Qing government with money and gradually expanding their influence.

“Isn’t it the National Government?”

“Israel is busy inserting Jews into Qing and the Special Administrative Regions right now.”

Perhaps some funds will slip out of Israel’s national treasury. They have essentially set up a new Israel on Chinese land.

Building cities and various infrastructures must be a hectic affair.

Of course, it’s been almost twenty years since Israel was established.

“That’s not war, though.”

“True. Hmm.”

Looking at this situation, it feels like one side will eventually collapse.

However, it probably won’t be Israel.

The National Government can’t even strike at the Israeli mainland, and Israel is a public interest power supported by the Rome Treaty.

What the National Government has is merely headcount and weapons produced somehow by their own strength.

Naturally, they can’t compare to Rome Treaty weapons.

“Soong Mei-ling also seems to be working hard.”

In her position, she must prevent the government from flipping upside down at all costs.

Would it be possible to push the fight between Israel and the National Government to the end? From my point of view, it would be good if Soong Mei-ling survived.

“Leaving it as is could be one approach.”

“Let it be?”

“After all, other warlords have a rationale for nuclear non-proliferation to not attack the National Government immediately, so they are fighting amongst themselves.”

“Right. They probably want to unite and strengthen their power.”

That’s the unspoken rule of China.

They are divided, so now it’s time to come together again.

If that isn’t the case, to overthrow the National Government, at least to raise their voices in the international community, they need to unite and show a strong force.

“That means, at least during this period, if the National Government flips, they won’t be eaten up by the warlords.”

Ah, I see. That makes sense.

“Right. Hmm.”

“If you’re really anxious, dragging in the United States might be a way to go.”

“The United States?”

They deliberately separated the U.S. from China, didn’t they? The United States?

“The Rome Treaty supports Israel and the Qing and Special Autonomous Regions, whereas the United States supports the National Government. In that case, wouldn’t Soong Mei-ling’s regime at least remain afloat?”

That indeed seems to be one approach.

Bringing the United States to prove that Soong Mei-ling’s National Government is still intact.

If Soong Mei-ling, backed by the U.S., could maintain her regime, that would be something.

“That does make sense.”

But, dragging the United States into China is a problem in itself.

Of course, it’s quite different when compared to original history, but it’s still a bit concerning to keep the U.S. in China.

But that’s not to say it’s wrong.

If I could use the U.S. to also maintain Soong Mei-ling’s regime, and thereby give the National Government some support, then that’s fine.

Sigh, if I had known about this, I should have said something when MacArthur came.

What does it matter? Anyway, the deed is done.

Well then, it wouldn’t hurt to talk to the U.S. once.

“Since last time, MacArthur was handled by Your Majesty, how about leaving this one to the Rome Treaty Headquarters?”

“Right. It would be good to expect something from that side.”

I shouldn’t leech onto them indefinitely.

I also want to take a break in my own way. How about casually throwing ideas here and there? If I feel it’s not so, I’ll just let it slide.

“Then, is there no other problem now?”

“Are we calling it another problem? There’s something a bit subtle. It’s a matter related to Your Majesty.”

“What is that?”

If it’s related to me, it’s simply that I received a letter asking for the sequel to the book recently.

I’ve really received various requests for the world stratagem I wrote.

“The space development project is also a problem.”

“Space development project?”

What’s wrong with that? I want to get into space development quickly.

Could it be that Maria thinks I’m pouring money into a bottomless pit of budget for advocating going into space?

“Yes, there are too many applicants.”

“Many is good. Ah.”

If that’s the case, the preferred jobs in the future will mainly be astronauts, which is a problem.

Damn it. Did I plant too many dreams and hopes? I guess I need to compromise at a reasonable level.

“It means other jobs could be idle.”

With just one statement from Maria II, I felt a pang of guilt.

Could I have ever expected it to come to this? It’s simply unfair.

“Sigh, did I push too hard?”

Honestly, considering the population of the Russian Republic, it doesn’t sound too bad. If I expand it to the Rome Treaty as a whole, I could probably cover the Russian Republic’s applicants, right?

But no matter what, it’s dangerous not to have interest in other areas.

Becoming a nation of space otakus is a bit too much. There are still many fields to develop.

“We need to significantly increase technology academies so that there’s awareness of diverse interests.”

Let’s pile up students by increasing technology academies wildly.

We need to let the world know that there are various occupations out there.

“It’s frankly due to Your Majesty.”

“Me? If someone hears, they’ll think I’m the root of all diseases. I feel wronged.”

“Isn’t that a given? Your Majesty has already preached various things for the sake of gaining interest in space.”

That’s just interest. I never said it has to be a lifelong job.

Going into space for a lifelong job is a bit much.

Even in this era—or rather, in the time when I was a man, it was a period in the distant past of the 21st century when we couldn’t even dream of flying to the moon.

“No, I merely stated that we ought to go to space in the future, but if you say it like that, it makes me feel quite upset.”

“The solution is simple.”

“Oh? Quickly tell me. I want to know.”

“The best way is for you to appear on TV and say a word.”

“No way, I have to do it on TV?”

When was the last time I appeared on TV?

As far as I recall, it was probably a few months ago when I went on to promote ice cream.

I even went out to advertise a few clothes at some point.

Of course, these were all appropriate activities that I could engage in as an idol announcer.

“In any case, hasn’t Your Majesty been enjoying it already?”

“Me?”

I can’t deny that I wasn’t enjoying it. I mean, I’m supposed to have some fun as well now.

I realized for the first time what it feels like to shoot an ad and receive a massive amount of money.

Of course, that’s just what I’m saying.

“Yes. For instance, for space development to proceed, the power of the Rome Treaty must grow. Something like that.”

Oh, so they mean to tightly grasp people’s hearts like that. I get the feeling now.

“So it’s meant to be lip service.”

And for that national power, I can’t just play around in space.

If I say “oh, please take an interest in spaceships!” and that magically increases the number of applicants, that’s just lip service. I can do that well.

No, obviously, that’s not a field I’m aiming for.

I mean, it’s the truth. If I say let’s go to space! It doesn’t mean I should just dictate something that might become a lifelong job, right?

Of course, there will be kids who are filled with dreams. But no matter what, taking a life-threatening act doesn’t seem good.

“Just blending various elements. I guess it’s about moderately roasting and boiling things.”

Roasting and boiling, huh? Is it time to show the power of an idol announcer after a long time?

The power of an idol announcer. That’s a bit…

Isn’t it something you would only see in old animations?

“Maria II can be quite scary.”

Maria II. A very frightening girl!

Isn’t she indeed a step scarier than her mother, Maria?

In fact, the previous Maria wasn’t that scary.

“Didn’t Mother Tsar expect such responses from you as well?”

“Not particularly.”

Why would I expect such monumental remarks?

Not that it’s not entirely… well, it’s not completely untrue either.

I would have thought of this much with just a bit of brainpower. I’m merely hoping that our Maria II would answer first.

“Well, everyone is your mother’s child, so just a sharp word should do. Since you asked me directly as one of the mother Tsar’s children.”

Is that really how it works?

Just because I’m everyone’s mother, does it mean I should deliver some sharp words?

Everyone’s mother? Isn’t there a parent who gave birth to Maria?

“No, Maria I would probably be saddened.”

“That mother is the one who gave birth to me. She isn’t everyone’s mother.”

Wow, she’s pouring out her emotions towards her own birth mother without holding back.

That’s truly amazing. It’s almost like casually dropping a bomb.

I could see Maria saying that, but no matter how you look at it, it’s a serious issue to claim that I am more of a mother than the one who brought her into this world.

It feels like the ethical standpoint of family is revolving entirely around the Tsar—a world that is genuinely lacking in that aspect?

No way. This world I’ve created can’t be so simple, right?