"Yes, Jinchen, I have considered all of your concerns. As you said, Sikkim is gradually changing its policies. The original non-aligned independent forces are gradually combining into a third force in the region, and this force is still There is a tendency to unite with the Western Peninsula Alliance to the west. Once these two forces merge, it will undoubtedly be a huge obstacle for us. In other words, it is best for us to launch an attack before these two forces merge. To avoid encountering greater resistance." Wu Feng responded.
"But Your Highness must also consider that Sikkim has clearly acted as a protective umbrella for Nan'an, Western Samoa and Sokotu. If we take military action, this will be a challenge to the status of the leader of the Sikkim region. Sikkim will definitely not sit idly by. , with the current military strength of Sikkim plus the military strength of Nan'an and Western Samoa, can only one Eighth Army achieve its goal? If it falls into a entangled battle, this will probably be a problem for the war His Highness is about to launch in Sanjiang or Ronisia. Isn't that a good thing?" Bo Jinchen shook his head, obviously not agreeing with his master's opinion, "Besides, the Indian region in the west has also consumed a lot of our military strength. If we were to fight a war in Sanjiang and Ronisia in the south, We already lack sufficient reserves, so we temporarily put the southwest operation on hold and fully plan the war against the Machikhans."
Seeing that Wu Feng didn't answer for a long time, Bo Jinchen became a little anxious and further said: "Your Highness, multi-faceted warfare is a taboo for military strategists. Once the front line fails, it may affect the situation of the multi-faceted war and cause the overall situation to be passive. But when our empire's national power is fully surpassed, we must deal with it Given the strength of the enemy, a two-front battle should still be bearable, but to cope with a three-front battle, we are really weak. Not only is the military strength slightly weak, but also the financial pressure is too heavy. If we can first Resolve the Machi Khans. In the meantime, through diplomatic means, we can divide or delay Sikkim's unification of Nan'an, Western Samoa and Sokotu, and prevent the alliance between Sikkim and the Western Peninsula. In this way, our situation may be much better."
"Jinchen, you may have oversimplified the issue in Sikkim. Sikkim's comprehensive national strength and influence in this region are extraordinary. Now that it has been stimulated by our move south, it has changed its strategy and has made up its mind to With Nan'an, Western Samoa and Sokotu recruiting us, I'm afraid it won't be long before a new alliance will appear to our west."
"The Western Peninsula Alliance is already indignant at our control of the Eastern Peninsula Alliance, and is also very wary of the significant increase in the empire's national power. If the force led by Sikkim can serve as a shield for them, they will certainly welcome it. It's a shame. They know the taste very well, and will naturally devote all their strength to support, and it is inevitable to unite. Although they are not able to give too much military support due to the war in the west. But in my opinion, the Pasha and the Western Peninsula Alliance and the Western Peninsula Alliance The war between West Orland and Jutland has been going on for a long time. The Pasha people may need some time to rest and recuperate. Once the war in the west is suspended, the Western Peninsula Alliance will definitely shift its attention to the east. Come, by then, if we want to take this step, we may have to face the confrontation between the third force in Sikkim and the Western Peninsula Alliance. The price will be many times greater."
"You also know that westward expansion is the established basic strategic direction of the new empire. The empire must expand westward to expand the empire's circle of interests in order to promote the further development and growth of the empire. Of course, the enemies of the empire will not be happy to see this. They will definitely try their best to stop them. Surprise is the best strategy to obtain the maximum benefits at the minimum cost. It is to make the other party think that we are going to take action against the Machikhans in order to achieve the best results by launching an attack in the southwest. ,This is my idea."
Wu Feng's heartfelt words made Bo Jinchen a little moved, but this was not enough to change Bo Jinchen's mind, as long as he thought it was correct. Bo Jinchen will not compromise easily. This is his responsibility and obligation as the right envoy of the Imperial Privy Council.
"Your Highness, perhaps the empire's expansion in the southwest is quite urgent, but as the right envoy of the Privy Council, I have to remind your highness. A three-front war is something the empire cannot bear. The risk is too great. If your highness must implement this plan, , I think Master Ling and I will have the same opinion, it will be difficult for the Imperial Privy Council to pass such a decision."
Wu Feng was startled. The division of military power between the Imperial Privy Council and himself, the future emperor, has not yet been clearly defined in detail. However, in Wu Feng's opinion, his intention should be fully implemented by the Imperial Privy Council. In line with the national policy of the empire. But if the Imperial Privy Council disagrees with itself, how should it decide? Should he take back his decision, or should the two envoys of the Imperial Privy Council resign voluntarily? But it seems that we haven't reached this point yet.
Thoughts were swirling in his mind, and Wu Feng was a little undecided. After all, Bo Jinchen's opinion was quite pertinent. The war in the Central Continent had already involved him in four army legions and two ranger regiments. Now the troops remaining on the mainland have been Not much, and it is not certain whether the three expected legions in the southern war against the Macihans can achieve the expected goal. As Bo Jinchen said, there is a lack of sufficient total reserve strength. However, the situation in the southwest is urgent. Once several forces gather together and the fighting in Pasha stops, it will not be easy to plot this choke point that is related to the transportation artery of the Middle East. What's more, I spent a lot of effort to contact Soktu in the early stage. Once nothing is done, it is difficult to say whether Sikkim will take this opportunity to draw Soktu into its arms again, and all the previous efforts will be wasted.
Finger tapping lightly on the armrest of the easy chair, Wu Feng calculated the troops that could be mobilized in the interior of the empire. If the Third Army was stationed in the imperial capital as the Tiger Army, then the Ninth Army could only be said to be reluctant to defend the northern front, especially An Okhotsk region not only faces the Dodon people who are full of injustice, but also has to guard against the vicious and cunning Japanese. The improvement of the Japanese naval power has improved their maritime transportation and delivery capabilities. Great improvement. The unique geographical location of the Okhotsk region determines that sea landing is the best way to attack. Don't let the Japanese perform a trick, which will really disgrace the empire.
The remaining Fourth Army is still in the period of adjustment and replenishment due to heavy losses. It would be good to be able to guard the front line of Legon and Kutdam. If the First Army and the Sixth Army alone want to defend Sanjiang or Ronisia, It is indeed difficult to achieve a breakthrough. The Second Army has to be stationed in the southern part of Wuhu. At most, it can adjust two divisions to respond to emergencies. We cannot hold too much hope. The Machi Khans are in the border area of Wuhu. There are still heavy troops stationed, and the Second Army will not be easily allowed to randomly deploy troops to join the battlefield.
Wu Feng's eyes wandered aimlessly on the roof, but finally settled on a corner of the roof. A gecko seemed to be interested in two prey. One of the scarabs was trapped in a spider web and was unable to struggle, while the other prey was An unknown reptile was passing in front of the motionless gecko at a constant speed. Among the two prey, the gecko seemed to have to make a choice, and the gecko finally chose to attack with lightning speed and devour the reptile, and then calmly returned to its prey. Back to the scarab beetle still struggling in the spider web.
"Jinchen, what do you think if we let the 1st and 4th Army Corps act as a cover and let the 6th and 8th Army Corps attack Nan'an and Soktu at the same time?"
The flames in Wu Feng's eyes made Bo Jinchen realize that it would be impossible to persuade the other party to give up control of the throat area connecting the central and western continents. The other party proposed this idea to undoubtedly put aside the attack on Macedonia. Due to the actions of the Khans, the focus of the attack was shifted to the southwest. When the empire was about to be established, it would be unreasonable to launch such a war in terms of morality and honor. No matter how powerful Wu Feng was, it would overwhelm the country. I'm afraid that they will also have to bear considerable political pressure. As for the Privy Council, I'm afraid that many people will immediately question why they let Huayang and Yushan, who are still rivals, to launch such a war. I'm afraid that this scapegoating thing will happen again. Only the Privy Council took charge.
But now Bo Jinchen can only analyze this problem purely from a tactical perspective. His Highness the King of Qin has undoubtedly put aside the possibility of this war, and just wants to obtain the best tactical choice for the war. This makes Bo Jinchen felt a little stuffy.
"Your Highness, if you think purely from a tactical perspective, this is of course a good way to hide the truth. With the cover of the First Army and the Fourth Army, I believe it can attract the attention of Machi Khan and Sikkim, and launch an attack with the two legions. Ketu naturally does not need to doubt how much resistance there will be. If the Eighth Army launches an attack on the city-state of Nan'an, it will inevitably attract the intervention of Sikkim and Western Samoa. This battle needs to be fought quickly. But even if Nan'an is captured, the opponent I'm afraid Western Samoa will run into trouble if it goes to war. Western Samoa has a deep relationship with Sikkim and the Western Peninsula Alliance behind it. I'm afraid both parties will do their best to help. I'm afraid this war will have to be fought. ." Based on the information obtained so far, Bo Jinchen is not sure how much support Western Samoa can get from those two parties, but if Sikkim and the Western Peninsula Alliance can react in time and realize the seriousness of the problem, then this battle will eventually The results are really hard to predict.