"Can't they hold on? Is it because they can't hold on or don't want to hold on anymore?" The conversation changed and Wu Feng's tone became extremely sharp.
"I'm not sure about this yet, but there may be quite a lot of variables. I originally thought that inducements could bring the Famini people into the trap, but now it seems that the Famini people are also a little half-hearted, so I don't dare to speculate." Seeing His Majesty the Emperor with an unkind expression, Wang Liao also broke out in a cold sweat, "But I think we may have to prepare for the worst. Most of the countries in the Western Continent have deep interests. The Famini people have always been wary of the Leeds people." In order to expand the sphere of influence on the Western Continent, we are especially wary of the alliance between the Leeds, the Barotse and the Augsburg people. Therefore, in recent years, they have continued to make efforts to rebuild the old alliance with the Hansen Alliance. If the Leeds people are willing, they will join the Western Continent. We have made concessions to some of the interests above, and I am worried that the Famini people will move closer to this alliance."
"Are you saying that the Famini people are silent now because they want to force the Leeds people to make greater concessions?" Wu Feng's eyebrows finally stood up. This is a bad sign. Once the Famini and Leeds people Together with the Barots, even without the little ones on the Adriatic coast, it would cause considerable trouble for the empire, not to mention the ambitious Augsburg Empire.
"It is very possible that Emperor Francis I of the Famini Empire was headstrong but liked to go back on his word. Although he was unpopular in the Famini Empire, the powerful political regime maintained the stability of his status. In addition, the huge imperial army also contributed to his status. Therefore, he has always hoped that the Famini Empire can dominate the Western Continent, but now the rise of the Leeds people has threatened the status of the Famini Empire, especially the Leeds people who did not hesitate to put aside their feud and win over the Barotse people. It also made the Famini people think that it posed a huge threat to their hegemony, so they repeatedly opposed the Leeds people in the New World. If the Leeds people ensured the status of the Famini people in the Western Continent, I speculate that the French It is difficult for Si Yi to accept this temptation." Wang Liao knew that these words were not pleasant to listen to. But as the Minister of Foreign Affairs, he knew that behind diplomacy was the transaction of interests, and he had to remind his master.
The atmosphere in the hall became a little dry. No one expected that the empire had made such a big concession, and it still failed to completely win over the hearts of the Famini people. According to Wang Liao, the Famini people were clearly here. Just use the empire to extract greater benefits from the Leeds people. In the end, the Famini people will abandon the empire.
Taking a deep breath, Wu Feng felt that his temples were beating hard. He really didn't want to see the empire's just calm situation being broken again because of this, but the situation was obvious. The possibility of the Leeds and Famini people joining forces is quite high. Perhaps the two countries have already reached a tacit understanding on the earth's goals, but they are just spreading smoke and smoke because of small details. It will last too long, if you still have hope with the Famini people, keep your promise. He is undoubtedly insulting his own political intelligence.
"Xiao Tang, what is the opinion of your Government Affairs Council?" At this moment, there is no point in wasting time. Wu Feng felt that the lifeless atmosphere in the hall was almost suffocating him. He took a hard breath to cheer himself up. , maybe too long of a leisurely life has made me too relaxed. So much so that hearing such a provocation made him a little uncomfortable.
"Your Majesty, the New Continent Empire has invested a huge amount and must not make any mistakes. No matter what means are adopted, the Empire's interests in the New Continent must be ensured!" Xiao Tang had already seen something in Wu Feng's blazing eyes, so he seemed extra special. Capable and decisive, without any sloppiness.
"Well, very good. I am very satisfied with your words. What is the opinion of the Privy Council?" He glanced at the two Privy Councilors with a powerful look, and Wu Feng's tone became a bit fang-like.
"Your Majesty, the Imperial Army's re-equipment has come to an end. It is estimated that the plan should be completed by the end of this year. However, if the Army is required to prepare for war now, there is no problem. The Army can mobilize more than four legions to enter a state of war at any time. It's just that If the war is to start in the New Continent, the supply problem will be quite troublesome. I am worried that given the infrastructure conditions in the empire-controlled areas of the New Continent, it may be difficult to support large-scale war supplies." Ling Tianfang paused and then said: "However, the situation of the countries in the Western Continent is not much better than ours. It is better than nothing if we strengthen our preparations now. Moreover, I think that once this war starts, it will probably be difficult to end in a short time. The empire must be prepared for a long-term war. We are at a disadvantage in terms of logistical transportation distance, so we must immediately expand the scale of maritime transportation, and we must make full preparations from both the official and private sides."
"Very good. I am very pleased with your performance. The challenge from the Western Continent is imminent, and my dear ones are not sitting back and waiting. As Xiao Tang said, the New Continent is now firmly connected with the Empire. It can be said that the interests are at stake and indispensable. If the New World is lost, I am afraid that everyone here, including me, will not be able to explain it to future generations." Wuxingfeng raised his hands behind his back and said, "The empire does not want to provoke this War, but we will never be afraid of the war imposed on us by others. If they want to fight, we will fight! The empire will stay with us until the end!"
Wu Feng's high-spirited words made all the ministers in the palace feel excited. It had been a long time since they heard such powerful words from His Majesty the Emperor. Except for the ministers of the Imperial Administration Council who had been hoping that the empire could win a period of rest, The imperial side also adheres to His Majesty's strategy of cessation of activities. Externally, it behaves calmly. Internally, it also quietly changes its clothes in the smallest possible range and practices its internal strength. However, this does not represent the empire's fierce tiger minions. Already dull. His Majesty the Emperor's performance today has proven this. The imperial army that has been dormant for a long time will emerge again. Even in the face of the alliance of the powerful powers of the Western Continent, the empire will be fearless.
"Wang Liao, hurry up and contact the West Orans and Jutlanders. Aren't they always worried about the empire's eagerness in the Meli area? The empire can sign a friendly peace treaty with them, and the empire will confirm their Of course, our requirement is that the Imperial Navy can use their naval bases in the Northern Latin Ocean region without directly harming their interests. In the possible war between us and the powers of the Western Continent, they must Maintain good-faith neutrality." Wu Feng's momentum at this time no longer allowed anyone to question, "In addition, we can cooperate with the Constantine people on the Adriatic Coast City Republic, since they can't wait. If you want to fight against the Empire in the New World, then don’t blame us for attacking them in the Aegean Sea. Their main commercial interests are in the Adriatic and Aegean Seas. The one who attacks their interests on the Aegean Sea coast is the Imperial West Sea Fleet. an important task.”
"Tian Fang, Jin Chen, the Privy Council must immediately enter a state of war. It will not be announced to the outside world for the time being, but five legions must be immediately mobilized for war. The scale of the New World Fleet and the West Sea Fleet must be expanded immediately. In the New World and Southwest County The naval bases between them are stepped up construction and improvement. If the strength of the New World Fleet and the West Sea Fleet cannot reach a satisfactory level for a while, they can be supplemented from the Atlantic Fleet. Signed by the Foreign Affairs Department and the West Orans and Jutlanders After signing the agreement, the navy must immediately familiarize themselves with their base to ensure that their home naval base can be used at any time in future battles. The Leeds and Famini fleets will not just watch the New World and the Empire mainland without any obstacles With smooth communication, the New World Fleet, the West Sea Fleet, and even the Southern Ocean Fleet must be prepared for a long and fierce battle. The Privy Council must make full and long-term plans in terms of ship replenishment. All major shipyards in the empire have Military needs must be unconditionally and limitedly guaranteed, and Milan can continue to place orders to meet needs."
"The Government Affairs Council must immediately provide financial and logistical support. All routes from Sikkim to the New World must have enough ships to transport materials. From now on, the Government Affairs Council must cooperate with the Privy Council's combat readiness department to start shipping to various towns in the New World. When replenishing materials with the base, remember to start from now on without any delay. In the shortest possible time, the various necessary materials in various cities and bases in the New World must be sufficient for half a year. This is the bottom line, because we don’t know What this war will bring to us, we must prepare for the worst. We can use civilian transportation forces as much as possible to avoid unnecessary panic and speculation from the outside world, but there is no need to deliberately conceal it. Everything is based on achieving the goal as quickly as possible. "
The series of issuing orders made the ministers here feel like they were back to the past. His Majesty the Emperor seemed to have regained his former wise decision-making. His commanding and stern demeanor left no room for the ministers to interrupt. It was obvious that the people of the Western Continent had joined forces. It has aroused His Majesty the Emperor's long-suppressed ambition. Since it cannot be avoided, and the empire's economy has entered a healthy development track after the past two years of rectification, and the army has been working hard for two years, it is time to unsheathe the iron-blooded sword with raised eyebrows. Time to forge the blade.
"Everyone, if the battle with the Liberians and the Machikhans established the status of the Tang Empire on the Eastern Continent and was a war that determined the fate of the empire in its early days, then this battle with the Western Continent will The battle of strength will be the future battle for the empire to become a maritime country and to ensure that the interests of the New World are not violated. It can be said that the rise and fall of the empire in the next hundred years will be concentrated on this battle. Only by winning this battle can the empire win the future. Development space, otherwise we will have to be limited to the Eastern Continent and eventually become a second-rate country, and those areas that were once controlled by us will also leave us!"