In a closed conference room in the Imperial General Staff Building in Seris City, Eilandhir, a group of men dressed in various styles were discussing the latest combat arrangements for the puppet empire.
Because the war against the puppet empire was becoming more and more complex, incorporating many economic and people's livelihood issues, this war meeting also convened the departments of commerce, economy and people's livelihood to discuss the combat operations to capture Burkland.
Bulkland is the capital of the Puppet Empire and the largest magical city in the country. It is a giant centipede city that can accommodate more than 500,000 people living in it at most. It is definitely a huge mobile fortress.
Like the Floating City, it is also equipped with many magic weapons and has a city-level magic defense barrier. At its peak, there were magic legions stationed there. It can be said to be a huge and impregnable fortress.
But now, all the troops inside it have been depleted, and all that's left are just some garrison troops pretending to be a facade, and their combat effectiveness has been almost exhausted.
However, for Ailanthir, how to occupy this large city that was once the most glorious and destroyed in the human magic empire is something worth thinking twice about.
It is actually not difficult to destroy this city. All you need to do is launch nuclear weapons. But things are not that simple, and destroying Burkland is not the best option.
"When victory is certain, using nuclear weapons to attack Burkland is not only a loss for humanity, but also a loss for us, Ireland." The official from the Civil Welfare Department headed by him used a pen to click on the document in front of him.
After two pauses, he opened his mouth and continued speaking.
He is concerned about post-war reconstruction issues, population issues, and various subsequent social problems - if it is just occupation and these problems are not solved, Burkland will fall into chaos, and it will not take more than ten years.
may not return to pre-war levels.
These words aroused the recognition of many people, and many officials in suits nodded. They also felt that the problem of Bellevue was handled a bit hastily at the time, and now that they have encountered problems similar to Bellevue, careful thinking is necessary.
, is also necessary.
"Yes! After all, in this case, all countries have already acquiesced that Bulkland is the trophy of our Eland Hill. It is very uneconomical to use nuclear weapons to destroy our own cities in the future." Another participant participated.
The meeting official then said.
Naturally, these words have been said countless times. Capital and economy are what support Eilan Hill's rolling wheels. Occupying an unscathed metropolis is naturally more cost-effective than occupying a ruins.
Therefore, looking at the problem from the perspective of economic construction, maintaining the integrity of Burkland is definitely a very important and meaningful thing.
An economic official then spoke and made another excuse for the civilians in the city of Bourkeland: "Indeed, there are at least 500,000 residents in Bourkeland, and these residents are precious wealth. They are not collaborators.
Master, they should not be brutally destroyed."
This kind of excuse is more or less abundant when it is used, but it is trivial when it is not used. Anyway, the civilians in the city of Burkland, whether they are innocent or deserve their crimes, all have good reasons.
In short, it is just an excuse to use - if His Majesty the Emperor is more inclined to destroy Bulkland, then everyone in Bulkland is a criminal who has fornicated with the devil; and if Chris is willing to let these people live, then
They are the innocent people held hostage by Travish.
Anyway, life and death are just a matter of thought, and it has little to do with what they have done before, but it has something to do with what Elanthir wants after the war.
"Also, a movable and well-preserved magic city also has a lot of reference value and practical significance for us in Ireland." A technical scholar also spoke about the importance of Bulklan.
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His words attracted the attention of some departments and military generals. A few of them lowered their heads and recorded something, but most of them were still discussing whether they should give Bulkland a way out.
"You're right. At least we haven't really controlled an internationally recognized important magical city yet. Obviously Bulkland is an important symbol and bridge for us to connect with the magical world." The official from the diplomatic department became quieter after seeing the scene, and then said
expressed his own point of view.
After all, this is a discussion meeting, for the purpose of allowing the General Staff and other generals to acquire some knowledge outside the battlefield and comprehensively consider it to come up with an attack plan for Burkland.
Therefore, not only the people's livelihood and economic departments, but also the foreign affairs department and the technical department also sent their own representatives to participate in this meeting.
"We can't destroy every Magic Empire capital occupied by Elanthir, right? Then will there be any Magic Empire willing to believe in our slogan that we don't hate magicians?" A paunchy old man leaned on a chair and spoke in a hoarse voice.
the voice said.
What he said is also what many people want to say. If every capital of the Magic Empire is destroyed, it is estimated that the remaining Magic Empire will not believe too much in Elanthir's attitude towards magicians.
In the past two years, Eiland Hill's efforts to change slogans such as "Mortals will never be slaves" to "Magic and technology are tools of mankind" have been almost in vain.
This is not allowed, so handling of Burkland must be done with caution.
"That's right. If we destroy Bellevue and then destroy Bulkland, our reputation in the magician world will drop by a level." The representative of the diplomatic department said immediately.
"So the approach we prefer is to occupy Bulkland as intact as possible and build that city into the greatest magical city we have in Ireland." The meeting was chaired by Defense Minister Castner.
, he looked at Luo Kai, the chief of general staff beside him, and said with a sense of summary.
"This is a good idea, similar to a business card, proving that we are a tolerant magician!" The representative of the diplomatic department also looked at Luo Kai, waiting for him to express his position.
"But if this decision is made, then the frontline troops will have to fight the enemy on the outside of Bourkeland." Luo Kai thought for a few seconds and decided to raise his objection.
He pushed the document he prepared to Kastner: "And Bulkland will become the hostage of the other side. When the time comes, our soldiers will throw their weapons away and we will be in a hard battle. How will we explain to those soldiers at that time?"
"Isn't our army used to complete tasks and fight for the interests of the empire? Sacrifice is inevitable. As long as the benefits in exchange are sufficient, we should bear no matter how high the loss is!" Officials from the economic department hurriedly said,
He was also afraid that Kastner, who was also a military representative, would fall to Roquet's side.
"Is this what an imperial official should say? You bastards in the commercial department, did your brains get damaged when you were sleeping?" Luo Kai looked at the man who spoke with an unhappy expression, his tone full of displeasure.
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"Out of this door, I will not admit any radical remarks I made. I am seeking the highest interests for the empire and do not mix personal preferences and emotions." The man also knew that his tone seemed to deserve a beating.
Some, he quickly opened his mouth to explain.
"Your cold-bloodedness makes us feel cold to the teeth! You are simply a group of emotionless bodies! Are interests in your eyes more important than the lives of loyal warriors who are willing to sacrifice their lives for the empire?" Luo Kai seemed to be attracted by the other party.
I was so excited that I refused to give up.
"Okay! Stop arguing! Everyone is trying to serve the empire, and attacking each other is just a waste of time." Des, who participated in this meeting but was not the host, used his status to suppress the quarrel.
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In Eilandhir, even the most arrogant people have to give some respect to Des. After all, the second richest man in the empire is also one of the most trusted people around the emperor.
Sure enough, after hearing what Des said, the generals on the military side all concealed their dissatisfaction. One of the generals came out and said: "No matter which direction you look at it, keeping Burqueland is beneficial.
We are helpful. I believe the military also recognizes this."
"There is no doubt about this, but let me say something ugly first. If it costs more than 50,000 soldiers for this city, I would rather destroy it with nuclear weapons!" Luo Kai did not dwell on the issue just now and continued.
own thoughts.
"Yes, there must be a limit to everything! We can't allow too many soldiers to be lost in Bulklan, which will also damage our reputation!" Des made the final decision and looked at Kastner.
Kastner understood and agreed to Luo Kai's request: "So, our bottom line is, if we can easily capture Bulklan, then we will do it. If our attack is blocked, then we will change it."
Way."
"The sky fleet is ready! The artillery shells have also been supplied! General Wageron is personally commanding the fleet. If necessary, the sky fleet can bombard Bulklan and completely destroy this mobile city." A general responsible for liaison.
Reporting.
"Then it's settled! First, order the troops to attack the outer perimeter of Bourkeland. If the enemy resists very resolutely and our losses are huge...then we will activate the sky fleet and destroy the outer defensive positions of Bourkeland!"
Kastner cleared his throat and summarized the contents of the meeting.
As the chief of general staff, Luo Kai stood up, nodded slightly and said: "I have no objection! Send the minutes of the meeting to His Majesty as soon as possible! I will go back and formulate a combat plan. If it is the fastest, the frontline troops can take action tomorrow.