The half-smiling look was beyond words, Wu Feng remained silent for a long while, allowing Ling Tianfang to analyze endlessly the benefits of marrying Princess Anne to the northwest and even the entire territory. These guys usually advised themselves to take good care of their bodies and were very concerned about their private lives. There were criticisms, but now they are using their eloquent tongue to promote this Princess Jerok who has never met before.
Seeing that his boss had not expressed his position, Ling Tianfang felt a little strange. If he usually heard about a beautiful woman throwing herself into his arms, he would have been interested long ago. Why did he act so calmly today
"Oh God, do you think I'm a little unusual today?" Wu Feng chuckled, lay down on the big loose chair, and said thoughtfully: "What you just said makes sense. I also want to do that, but have you considered whether we can handle it without our current strength? I have been thinking about this issue just now."
"You and I both know the current situation in Jeroke. The Kamans have completely controlled its western part, and their troops are pointing directly at the junction of our northwest and Lulong. Once the Kamans break through from there and go down, the Lulong and northwest Direct contact will be cut off. We can only maintain contact there through the Partridge Pass and over the rugged Liupan Mountains to the south. In fact, the situation is already quite unfavorable to us. If we are sending troops to reinforce Jielock, what do you think? Will we anger the Kaman people? Moreover, all the west of Jerok has fallen, and Fanlin City in the northeast has become a deadlock. It will fall sooner or later. Once Fanlin City falls, how long can Merrington hold on? The most important thing is that the Taiping people are still watching from the east, like a sharp knife pressed against our ribs, making us afraid to act rashly." Wu Feng slowly expressed his worries.
"It is precisely because of this that we must rescue Jerok. Even if we pay a considerable price, it is worth it." Ling Tianfang answered decisively without any hesitation.
"Oh, then tell me the reason. I believe you are right, but let's see if you can convince me." Wu Feng still had that playful smile on his face. It didn't seem like he was talking about military affairs at all. It's like two friends chatting nonsense.
Ling Tianfang ignored his boss's expression. He cleared his throat and adjusted his thoughts before he began to describe his reasons: "Sir, first of all, Jerok's position is too important. I don't need to elaborate on its importance. Once the Kaman people are completely After taking control of this land, although Jerok has a very close relationship with the empire in terms of ethnicity, religion and culture, it also has many things in common with the Liberian countries. After the Kaman people occupied this land, they only needed to adopt suitable ethnic groups. I believe that with regard to their policies and methods, it won’t be long before they can win the approval of the local people, and I don’t know how much more effort it will take to win the hearts and minds of the people in this land.”
"Secondly, as I just said, the Jerok royal family has won the hearts of the people in the Jerok Principality. If you can marry Princess Anne, the only heir to the throne, it will be equivalent to our effortless effort. Gaining control of such a large piece of land is far more cost-effective than resorting to war, and it is also easier to manage."
"Thirdly, the Kaman people will never give up their ambitions for us just because we don't anger them. We have no strength. No matter how we endure the humiliation, they will find an excuse to attack us. As long as we have the power to make them afraid, even if some If you go too far, they will turn a blind eye.”
"Fourth, and the most critical point, if the Kaman swallows Jerok in one go, his strength will definitely be greatly improved. Then who will be his next target? Besides us in the northwest, who else will be Where is the victim?" Ling Tian slowly said the last reason, which was also the reason that caused Wu Feng's biggest headache.
After carefully understanding the meaning of Ling Tianfang's words, Wu Feng's expression was uncertain, "Tian Fang, you mean that the Taiping people won't be happy to see the Kaman eat the entire Jerok in one fell swoop?"
"Well, the middle and upper-class figures in the Taiping Religion are not stupid people. Although the Kaman people are fighting fiercely with them now, seem to be close to each other, and respond to every request, they also know that Gomez's ambition is not just Jerok, so the next one Where will the target be?" Ling Tianfang had a deep vision, as if he had seen through something, "In terms of economic foundation in the northwest, we are not as good as the areas controlled by the Taiping Sect, but in terms of military strength, it is no less than the Taiping Sect's army. This is The Kaman people know this very well. Moreover, the Kaman people should know more about the Taiping army. After all, most of the officers are trained by their instructors. If you are a Kaman, who will you choose to attack first? ?”
"Well," Wu Feng nodded, with a knowing smile on his face, "Tian Fang, you are really thinking far-reaching. I also thought about making peace with Taiping to gain some rest and development time, but I didn't. Considering that you have analyzed the alliance between them and the Kaman people so thoroughly, it seems that I have to insist on Princess Anne."
"Well, if you can marry Princess Anne, not only can you hope to gain control of a piece of land like Jeroke, but it will also help us improve our relationship with the conservatives in the center of the empire. I heard that Archduke Allen and Duke Lanmont are in conflict with The relationship between the representatives of the conservatives at the center of the empire is extraordinary." Seeing that Ling Tianfang finally persuaded his boss, a satisfied smile appeared on his black face.
"Humph, the center of the empire? Tian Fang, you don't have to have high hopes for this. That guy has long disliked me. I'm afraid it's not someone who can change his attitude with just a few nice words. But there don't seem to be many people in the empire now. I have no energy to mind my own business. The Taiping Sect and the Lin Lang family alone are enough to worry them, isn't it?" Wu Feng seemed to be dismissive of the stubborn conservatives in the center of the empire. .
"Well, of course it would be better to be able to reverse this. But sir, the most urgent thing right now is that since you have agreed, I think we can contact the Taiping people immediately. I think they must be hesitant and hesitant at this time. It is a good thing to swallow Zerok when you see your allies, but once your allies swallow this piece of fat and their strength increases sharply, you will most likely become the next victim from your allies, but you can't stop it. This smell is really unpleasant. We can also immediately prepare for the dispatch of the army and complete the preparations to enter Jerok as soon as possible." Ling Tianfang turned his eyes to the east with a smile on his lips, as if he had seen through the conflicting mood of the other party's top leaders.
"No, there's no need to be in such a hurry, Tian Fang." Wu Feng shook his head slowly, his face calm, as if he didn't take this matter too seriously.
"Sir? You-?" Ling Tianfang was startled, and his doubtful eyes fell on his boss's expressionless face. He couldn't figure out why the other party said such a sentence. Did he change his mind again
"As you said, the Taiping people will not just watch the Kamans swallow Jerok. They will do whatever they can to prevent this from happening. I don't think it will take long for their envoys to come and talk to us. If we discuss maintaining the status quo and maintaining peace, they will definitely pay a certain price for us to prevent the Kamans from occupying Jerok." Wu Feng's face was extremely calm, as if he was stating something that had nothing to do with him.
"But sir, the situation on Jerok's side is already quite critical. If we don't seize the time to send troops, Jerok's side may not be able to last long." Ling Tianfang couldn't help but said.
"No, it won't. Since Merrington is the capital of the Jerok people, I believe its defenses will not be too bad, and their Royal Guards Regiment has not suffered any losses. It is fully capable of resisting for a period of time without our help. , we can seize this period of time to make arrangements, and when the time is right, we can send troops from Lulong to the north." An unnoticed light flashed in Wu Feng's eyes, but his expression was calm as usual.
"Sir, but Fanlin City—"
Ling Tianfang still had questions, but was interrupted by his superior, "Tian Fang, the fall of Fanlin City is inevitable. Even if we send troops immediately, we cannot save this outcome. Our current strength is not enough to confront them head-on. It’s not in our interest either.”
The calm words made Ling Tianfang slowly feel that his boss had already made a decision, but—
"Sir, what do you mean, let Kaman and Jerok—" Looking at each other with surprise mixed with admiration and even a trace of inexplicable taste, Ling Tianxin was shocked.
"Yes, let the Kaman and Jerok people have a good fight first, so that the Kaman people can consume part of their strength in the tough battle and dampen their energy. We can also whet the appetites of the Taiping Cult and Jerok people first. I It may be more in our interests to think this way. Of course, we have to prepare everything secretly. Once the situation calls for it, we must be able to move like a rabbit and achieve success with one strike." Wu Feng's face under the warm and bright smile can be seen by outsiders. He looked so handsome. Perhaps only Ling Tianfang, who was sitting next to him, could understand that there was unfathomable sophistication and ruthlessness hidden under this seemingly handsome and innocent face.
"But, how should Princess Anne explain this?" Although he had to admit that his boss's method was the best strategy, Ling Tianfang still asked subconsciously.
"Hey, the threat of the Taiping Army in the east has not been eliminated. Is this a good enough reason? Why, Tian Fang can be so kind to a woman?" The half-smiling expression appeared on Wu Feng's face again, joking like a joke Looking after his capable subordinate.
Before Ling Tianfang had time to answer, there was suddenly a faint noise coming from outside the door in the distance, and it seemed to be a clear and sweet female voice.
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