"Weichen has also contacted Shanyuan Prefecture Mu Lanxu. He has not received reports of foreign fleets approaching our country's river banks and knows nothing about the Bangladeshi transport fleet."
Prince Consort, let him come up with conclusive evidence to prove that this matter is related to our country, and then we can talk about compensation," Zisi said.
"What are you still talking about? Driving that consort away immediately is really too much!" Shao Diandan went berserk, "Which of your families has such a strong surface force? The Xuanyuan family's naval forces are all on the surface of the sea, and they can't even run away.
Not to Tongyuan River.
Shaodian secretly told Gu that what happened to Meng's fleet was something that even Gu didn't know about. How could it be related to Shaodian! Meng's lives are so valuable and they want me to cede Nanzhao Prefecture to compensate. Do you want Gu?
I also gave him the city of Zhenjing.”
Shaodianzhang said: "We suspect that this was done intentionally by the state of Meng in order to provoke disputes between the two countries and take advantage of the situation to invade Shaodian's territory.
In order to prevent our country from being suddenly attacked by enemy forces, I suggest that, just in case,
The Eighth Army Corps rushed to Nanzhao Prefecture to garrison, and the Seventh Army Corps from Haishan Prefecture was temporarily transferred to guard Zhenjing City;
Linhai Prefecture organized two local legions to go to Nanzhao Prefecture to prepare for unexpected events, and Hailin Prefecture set up a local legion to go to Zhongwang Prefecture to be on standby, and Zhongwang Prefecture entered a state of combat readiness."
"Absolutely not, absolutely not, Your Majesty." Minister of Culture and Education Kong Shu stood up, "Shao Dianzhang's suggestion is a waste of money and money, and is really a policy that will harm the country and the people!
According to Wei Chen, this matter was just a misunderstanding. The location of the incident is adjacent to our country, and Meng Guo's suspicion of our country is justifiable.
We only need to send an important minister to Meng to explain, and then give some condolence money to the families of the lost navy, to resolve the matter.
However, Shao Dianzhang wants to use the power of several legions to put the people of Nanzhao Prefecture in the flames of war, which may lead to wars all over the eastern border of our country. His heart is to be punished!"
The foundation of the Kong family is in Nanma Prefecture. If we really do what Shao Dianzhang said, Nanma Prefecture will lead to a war and the interests of the Kong family will be greatly affected. No wonder Kong Shu is so eager to jump out and accuse Shao Dianzhang.
Shao Diandan heard that there were objections among the ministers, so he calmed down and sat back on the throne.
Seeing that the boss's suggestion was refuted, someone from the commander-in-chief's office stepped forward. Xun Qi, the commander-in-chief of the logistics department, came out and said: "Your Majesty, Mr. Kong's words are wrong. The Meng Kingdom has no intention of negotiating with us. He wants a Nanzhao Prefecture.
The Meng Kingdom has been plotting against our country for a long time. If our country had not had strong soldiers and horses, they would have attacked us long ago. The matter of the transport fleet is just an excuse. If Nanzhao Prefecture is determined, we will not agree, so that the Meng Kingdom can send troops to attack our country.
Let's not say that we send one important minister, but even sending ten important ministers will not help. The commander-in-chief's strategy is not to proactively provoke a war, but to send troops and horses to deter the enemy, so that if there is a fight, you can adapt to changes."
Before Xun Qi finished speaking, another person from the Government Affairs Council stood up.
Finance Minister Fan Yang said: "Your Majesty, please listen to me. What the Commander-in-Chief has said is all speculation. As the saying goes, asking for a high price and paying it back on the spot. The Meng Kingdom's request for compensation from Nanzhao Prefecture is just asking for a price. They are still waiting for us.
Paying back the money.
Think about it carefully, if there is a fight with Meng, will Cao and Qi stand by and watch? They will definitely add insult to injury. By then, our country's eastern border will be in flames of war, and at least a dozen legions will be involved in the war.
The last time we entered Qi State to fight, we brought back some money, but it was not enough to pay for the military expenses of the six legions we mobilized. In addition to the property lost near Shuanglong City, the national treasury reserve was reduced by half.
If more than a dozen legions fight, even if the ministers are sold, the treasury will not be able to come up with so much money. Instead of going to war with Meng just because of a dispute of temper, it is better to be patient and spend some money to prevent disasters.
It's better than using weapons rashly."
Linhai Prefecture wants to form two local legions. If the Fan family can't escape, they have to provide money and help. Fan Yang has to think about his family first. He is also in charge of the national treasury. With the current financial situation of Shaodian State, he really can't afford to support more than a dozen legions.
Money and food for legions to fight.
"Absurd!" Commander-in-Chief Yang of the Military Command angrily scolded Fan Yang in person, "The matter of the Bangladeshi transport fleet has nothing to do with our country, so why should we accept Bangladeshi blackmail?
Even if Meng does not want Nanzhou, as long as we compensate some money, the kingdom cannot humiliately accept such conditions.
The soldiers of the kingdom can die but must not live in disgrace. On behalf of the Yang family, I donate one million gold coins to fund the military. The Yang family would rather go hungry than compromise with the Meng Kingdom."
Yao Xian from the Ministry of Agriculture and Industry originally had something to say about Hailin Prefecture's formation of a local army to fight, but after hearing what Yang said, he hesitated.
The topic has already risen to the topic of honor. If it continues, it will be a shame for the royal family. Moreover, Yao Xian knows that the Senate has already agreed, so Shao Diandan has the confidence to forcefully pass the commander-in-chief's plan.
"The Jiang family is also willing to donate one million gold coins to fund the military." Jiang Xi was a little helpless. His in-laws had already expressed this position. He was still the coach this time, so he could only respond.
"The Long family is also willing to donate one million gold coins for military supplies." Long Kun said.
"The Gongsun family is also willing to donate one million gold coins to fund the army." Gongsun Jie felt unwilling to do so.
"The Xun family seconded the proposal." Xun Qi had no objection. If he had no money, he, the logistics minister, would look ugly.
"Well, I am deeply comforted that all my beloved ministers have done their best to serve the country and the people." Seeing that the people in the Government Affairs Council were weakening, Shao Diandan immediately expressed his position, "How can we ask you to pay for the soldiers to go to war for the country?
Zi Si, once the scale of the war expanded, he ordered the entire country to collect national protection taxes and asked the clan government to allocate funds to fill the national treasury.
Shao Dianzhang, immediately mobilize troops and horses according to the advice of the Commander-in-Chief, and if anyone disobeys, he will be killed without mercy, as a warning to others."
Shao Diandan suppressed the objections of the Government Council in the political hall and forcibly passed the plan of the Commander-in-Chief's Office. Shao Dianhuan came to Guijing's magic tower.
"Why don't you go over and take a look? This matter is a bit strange. It doesn't seem like someone below level seven could do it." Shao Dianhuan came up and asked directly.
"I wanted to take a look after I knew about it, but," Gui Jing paused and thought about it before saying, "Someone from above sent me a message saying that this matter is very involved and that it would be detrimental to the entire Shenyuan Continent.
We just pretend we don’t know anything.”
"The superiors, the superiors again. If the superiors just say a word, many people will die. Are you sure the superiors are not playing tricks on us?" Shao Dianhuan was very dissatisfied.
"Well, this also has the meaning of your ancestors. If you are not satisfied, you can go over there and ask." Gui Jing was also kept in the dark. He knew no more than Shao Dianhuan.
Hearing the meaning of ancestors, Shaodianhuan was choked. After a while, he said angrily: "Well, as long as no one breaks into this palace, I don't care how many people die."
After saying that, he left angrily.
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There are dark clouds over Tianmen Town, and a heavy rain is about to begin before the third wave of beasts arrives. The terrain of Tianmen Town is low, and if there is a sudden heavy rain, water will accumulate in the town, and the area around the castle will turn into a puddle.
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Liu Qingshan went to the magic tower to meet Rongci and asked: "Master, can you stop the heavy rain from falling?"
"This cloud cover is very wide. Even if I use magic, I can't blow it away. The protective formation can drain the water in the town out of the town. You don't have to worry about this." Rongci said that magic is not omnipotent.
"The deepening of the water outside the town will reduce the height of the city wall in disguise. There have been records of water-type monsters attacking the city in history. If water-type monsters come this time, I am afraid that the defenders will suffer heavy casualties." Liu Qingshan read the battle cases familiarly.
I have already studied various battle situations that may arise.
"It's possible, let's do this. I'll ask the magician to do his best to protect the defenders, and at the same time send a warning to the commander-in-chief. Once the losses of the Tianmen Fortress Division are too great, request the rear army to come to the town for support." Rongci stayed in Tianmen Town, coordinating
Liaison between all parties is one of the important responsibilities.
"Okay, Master Youlao is paying attention to the battle situation. The Tianmen Fortress division will fight until the last soldier and will not retreat even half a step. I am worried that the scale of the beast tide will be too large and break through our defense line and penetrate into the king's territory, causing more casualties.
Casualties, I hope friendly forces can provide timely support." With the guarantee of honor, Liu Qingshan rushed back to command the upcoming battle with peace of mind.
Unfortunately, as soon as Liu Qingshan returned to Beicheng Tower, it started to rain heavily.
Heavy raindrops hit Ding Kui's face. He was so embarrassed that he couldn't take out the umbrella from the space ring, so he had to wipe the rain off his face with his hands. His companion Lei Feixiang was probably too excited about buying leather armor.
Like Ding Kui, this experienced former adventure group member did not bring any rain gear, and the small buckler only covered his head.
The other magicians in the town protection team had prepared umbrellas, and their companions had all put on raincloths, which was much more leisurely than the embarrassed Ding Lei and the other two.
The archers of the 7th Squadron wrapped their bows and arrows with raincloths. The bow strings would soften when they absorbed water, and the arrows would become heavier when wet. Heavy rain would reduce the power of the bows and arrows. Only high-level archers could maintain their lethality.
The helmets of the infantry and the leather caps of the archers could protect their eyes, but the armor and leather armor could not prevent the penetration of rain. The heavy rain fell for a quarter of an hour, and the soldiers on the city wall were soaked to the skin.
The autumn rain at the end of October is cold. It can quickly take away the body temperature and greatly reduce the combat effectiveness of human soldiers. Liu Qingshan's worry is not unreasonable. The defenders cannot be withdrawn to take shelter from the rain. Doing so will damage morale and increase the impact of rain on the soldiers.
psychological impact.
What worries Liu Qingshan the most is the flash floods on the surrounding mountains. Although it will not submerge the fifty-meter-high city wall, it will bring great impact to the east and west sections of the city wall. The water-type monsters launched a surprise attack under the water, and his soldiers
But I can't resist it.
It seemed that God was deliberately against Liu Qingshan. Half an hour after the heavy rain started, floods rushed down from the peaks on the east and west sides of Tianmen Town.
There were no wild beasts or monsters here, but it carried a lot of sand and rushed directly to the east and west walls. Some guards were unable to avoid it and were even buried in the sand.