"How could it be so fast?"
Long Chen was startled, and everyone's expressions changed dramatically.
"This jade token is the Fortune Jade Token of the Vermilion Bird Empire. After I was born, my father and mother had me wear it closely.
After this reunion, my mother told me its origin. It connects to the Zhuque Kingdom's Yuncheng Defense Formation. Now that cracks have appeared, it suggests that the great battle has probably begun. Zhu
Yunwen and the others were both shocked and furious. Could it be that the Eight Great Empires had already made preparations before they arrived? Once the truth is uncovered, can they immediately start a war?
Everyone instantly felt like ants on a hot pan, even the usually calm Zhu Yunwen became at a loss, sweat beading on his forehead.
"Everyone, there's no need to worry. Things probably aren't as bad as people imagine. In wars between nations, attacking cities comes first, winning hearts comes first." Long Chen waved his hand, signaling everyone to calm down.
"Big brother, what does it mean to attack the city first, win hearts first?" Zhu Yifeng couldn't help but say.
"What Brother Long means is, in great power struggles, unless absolutely necessary, we won't fight head-on to the death.
Their rapid attack was likely to create tension, put pressure on Vermilion Bird, and unsettle the people. Zhu Yunwen said.
Long Chen nodded. The eldest prince indeed sees further ahead than the others. Long Chen said, "
That's true. So many people from the Master's Court have been bribed, and the major empires have spent countless money and thoughts, planning for so many years. Now is the time to see the results."
They spread unfavorable claims against the Vermilion Bird Empire while exaggerating the welfare and benefits of other countries. After so many years of poisoning and brainwashing, plus those useless scholars secretly fanning the flames,
Many people have already begun to yearn for other empires and feel dissatisfied with the current state of the Vermilion Bird Empire. Some even hope that other countries will rule them, thinking that this way they can live a better life.
So, at this time, border pressure appeared, and the eight great empires turned their attention on the Vermilion Bird Empire. These people would jump out, spread unfavorable news against the Vermilion Bird Empire, and plot rebellion. "
These people are simply deserving to die. Father, you must be so foolish. Why should you be so patient with those idiotic scholars?"
Everyone was furious, gritting their teeth in anger. One prince couldn't help but shout.
"Defying superiors and defying His Majesty—are you out of your mind?" Zhu Yunwen shouted sternly.
The prince had just been angry, and after saying it, his face turned pale with fright, but the words had already been spoken and couldn't be taken back.
"Let's just pretend this never happened. No one is allowed to bring it up." The Crown Prince said coldly.
Everyone quickly nodded. The prince who had spoken the wrong thing was even more grateful to the eldest prince. The eldest prince was using his status to cover up the matter. If the emperor found out afterwards, the eldest prince would be punished as well.
Long Chen smiled slightly and said to the prince, "You're mistaken. The emperor isn't stupid—his wisdom is beyond your imagination."
Everything in the Confucius' Institute is a setup; everything you see so far is under control.
So-called internal strife and rumors will never become a major phenomenon; those people cannot influence the power of the Vermilion Bird Empire.
The core strength of the Vermilion Bird Empire is all in the hands of the royal family; that group is nothing more than a ragtag crowd.
They refuse to work hard but complain that the country hasn't given them opportunities; they lack ambition but complain that others succeed through improper means, that they are poor, and always believe that the rich are depriving them of their wealth.
They are filled with negative energy and are easily tempted, so the Vermilion Bird lets these people be manipulated. By being bewitched, they can numb their opponents and believe the people of the Vermilion Bird Empire are unstable.
In fact, even if these people betrayed, it wouldn't shake the foundation of the Vermilion Bird. If my guess is correct, this should be the beginning of a game of great power rivalry.
Now it was a battle of psychological warfare. On the surface, Vermilion Bird appeared chaotic, but inside it was calm and unruffled.
But psychological warfare requires time and pace, so there's no need to rush. We'll keep pushing forward, and everything will be in time. After
Long Chen's analysis, everyone's anxiety eased considerably. At the same time, they felt deeply ashamed. At the same age, Long Chen saw far ahead than they did; they looked like a bunch of immature children.
"But if things keep going chaotic like this, how will we end it in the future?" Yu Qianxue couldn't help but frown.
"The end?" Of course, it was straightforward and brutal. When the Vermilion Bird bared its fangs, no matter who stood opposite them and swung their slaughter blade at it, they were its enemies.
As long as they were enemies, they would be killed all. At that time, there was no legal trial; betrayal meant death.
Not only would all future enemies be killed, but those who betrayed the empire would also be wiped out. This is a classic case of survival of the fittest, where the Suzaku Empire will be more united and stronger after the war. Long Chen said.
Hearing Long Chen's words, the strong figures present all felt their hearts race wildly. With this, the empire's population was likely to plummet rapidly, and who knows how many would be killed in a confused manner.
But from the perspective of the nation, if a person lacks loyalty to the country and sides with the enemy against their own country, such a person truly deserves no pity.
"Let's go. Let's speed up and try to get out early, or else the protagonists of the battlefield won't be us." Long Chen said.
"Alright."
Seeing Long Chen say this, everyone nodded in agreement. Now that Long Chen had become their backbone, everything was under his command.
Long Chen also noticed that although these princes and princesses were usually competitors, they were always openly competing and never schemed behind the scenes.
Moreover, when the country is in trouble, they are exceptionally united. This makes Long Chen greatly admire Yu Xiaoyun. The Vermilion Bird royal family is still very strong in raising children.
According to the plan, everyone needed to rest here for another day, but everyone was anxious and willing to take risks, so they went straight through the third gate.
"Rumble rumble...
As soon as they entered the third gate, everyone felt as if they were at the center of a tornado. Violent power surged from all directions, and many powerful figures were torn apart to a bloody mess, grimacing in pain.
However, they were all mentally prepared, fully activating the Vermilion Bird bloodline and forming a grand formation, barely able to withstand this wave of impact.
The pressure in the first level comes from top to bottom, the second pressure from front to back, and the third level comes in from all directions, penetrating every corner.
With so many heavy weapons on his body, Long Chen pressed on under the pressure and headed straight for the tenth stage.
Originally, Long Chen had measured the pressure at the ninth level, and the pressure here was 290 dragon power. But when he stepped onto the tenth level, his body suddenly trembled violently. The violent pressure nearly crushed him to the ground.
"Bang!"
The jade token on his body that measured pressure shattered with a thunderous crash.
"This ..." Long Chen looked at the steps ahead, his face showing disbelief.
"The power of three thousand dragons?"