The leaders of every country at the meeting erupted in an uproar.
At this point, some countries protested or demanded that Long Fei explain why he wanted to remove at least half of their nations' forces.
Long Fei did not hide his intentions and said bluntly, "Who knows? Once the Skywing Empire goes to war with an Extraterrestrial Race, if we lose, perhaps you'll surrender outright. But what if both sides are badly hurt? You might just stab the Skywing Empire in the back."
The expressions of several national leaders turned somewhat awkward.
One national leader said, "You want us to hand over half our armies so you can send all our troops to the front as cannon fodder."
"Yes. We'll wear you down first before it's our turn to enter the fray. Otherwise, a situation where both sides are badly hurt is exactly what you'd love to see, after which you'll stab the Skywing Empire in the back. Don't blame me for being petty. This is the Skywing Empire's means of self-preservation, and it is also my way of making my stance clear: villain first, gentleman later. If an Extraterrestrial Race truly invades, you must contribute as well, and you must do so according to my terms and under the Skywing Empire's command."
"This is my first condition. There is no room for negotiation. Every one of you, including the Wanluo Federation that was just kicked out of the meeting, must agree. If even one country refuses, then everything is off. If you agree, we can negotiate the conditions that follow."
"..." The venue fell silent.
The leaders of each country had to discuss the matter internally.
"I know you cannot give me an answer immediately. I can give you one year to consider it. Once everyone agrees, the