Star Luo Empire, Imperial Capital Star Luo City, deep inside the palace.
In a dimly lit study room with simple and heavy furnishings, the atmosphere was depressing and almost stagnant. The air was filled with a gloomy atmosphere mixed with fine ink and ancient wood, but at this moment, it was covered by an indescribable cold anger.
Star Luo Empire The contemporary emperor, Dai Tianfeng, stood in front of a huge map of the continent with his hands folded. But at this moment, there was a heavy haze covering his brows. His pursed lips and slightly heaving chest showed that he was extremely uneasy inside.
On the map, the White Tiger flag symbolizing Star Luo Empire occupies the vast territory in the west, while the opposite Heaven Dou Empire Heaven Dou flag occupies the east. The two sides intersect along the long border. In the Heaven Dou Empire territory, several small flags are particularly eye-catching.
There is a hammer-shaped mark symbolizing Clear Sky Sect, a Hidden Weapon mark symbolizing Tang Sect, and a dragon-shaped mark symbolizing Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan. At a slightly lower level, is marked. Among the flags of Lower Four Sects, the most conspicuous one is the pagoda mark of the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, which is obviously located very close to the marks of the Heaven Dou Imperial Family and Upper Three Sects.
"Hmph!" Dai Tianfeng snorted coldly, and slapped the table with his generous palm, making a dull sound, which made the pen and ink on the table jump slightly. "Clear Sky Sect, that's too much! And that Heaven Dou Empire! Do you really think that I, Star Luo Empire, am a soft persimmon?!"
He turned around and glanced at the other two people in the study with sharp eyes. One of them was tall and tall, and his face was similar to Dai Tianfeng, but his temperament was more calm and restrained. He was the eldest prince Star Luo Empire., Dai Weisi. The other person is an old man about sixty years old, with a pale face and sharp eyes like an eagle. He is wearing a dark red robe of a high-ranking imperial civil servant. He is the military minister of the Star Luo Empire.
"Father, calm down." Dai Weisi took a step forward with a calm voice, "Fourth Elder of the Clear Sky Sect fell in Forgotten Gobi. This matter is indeed strange. No wonder they reacted violently. The secret report from White Tiger Guard showed that the traces on the scene were strange. It did not look like a vendetta, but more like..." He paused After a pause, a trace of solemnity flashed in his eyes, "We encountered some kind of weird attack. Clear Sky Sect suspects that someone is targeting them, or even suspects that we are secretly planning it, which is normal. It's just that they acted overbearingly, and together with the Tang Sect, they put pressure on me Star Luo Empire. There were many disrespectful words in their words, which is indeed excessive."
"Normal?" Dai Tianfeng laughed angrily, "His elder Clear Sky Sect died in my Star Luo Empire territory. The cause of death is unknown. Instead, he immediately attacked me Star Luo Empire and asked me to hand over the murderer and open the whole territory to them for investigation? Tang Sect is also jumping up and down! What's more, 'If you don't give an explanation, you will be responsible for the consequences'? He is simply arrogant and treats our Star Luo Empire national laws as if they are nothing! There is also that Heaven Dou Empire who frequently moves at the border. That kid Xue Beng clearly wants to take advantage of the opportunity to cause trouble!"
"What your Majesty said is absolutely true." The voice of the Minister of Military Aircraft was steady and with a hint of metallic coldness, "Clear Sky Sect, Tang Sect and Heaven Dou Empire are indeed going too far. If it weren't for the Clear Sky Sect, Tang Sect and Heaven Dou Empire Upper Three Sects all stand on the side of Heaven Dou and form an alliance. Otherwise, with the sharpness of my cavalry, Star Luo Empire, I will definitely crush Heaven Dou. Look at how arrogant they are!"
Dai Tianfeng took a deep breath, forced down the anger in his heart, walked to the window, looked out at the dark night, and said in a deep voice, "Upper Three Sects is of the same spirit and even branches have a close relationship with Heaven Dou. This alliance is not Break, I, Star Luo Empire, am always at a loss." His eyes were full of unwillingness, Star Luo Empire's military strength was strong, but the contrast between the top Soul Master's strength, especially the Titled Douluo level.
At this time, the eldest prince Dai Weisi's eyes flashed, he took a step forward, cupped his hands and said, "Father, the Upper Three Sects alliance is indeed close, but it is not monolithic. What's more, except for Upper Three Sects, isn't there Lower Four Sects, and I think we might try to... divide and win over each other? Especially Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect among Lower Four Sects?"
Dai Tianfeng turned around and looked at him. "Oh? What do you think? Tell me."
Dai Weisi's tone was somewhat thoughtful, but his eyes were sharp. "Father, among Upper Three Sects, Clear Sky Sect and Tang Sect are almost one, and Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan also interacts with them. Well, they are both known for their strong fighting power, so they may not be easily shaken. But Lower Four Sects is not the case. Although they have contact with Upper Three Sects, they are not monolithic, especially Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect... may be a breakthrough."
"Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect?" Dai Tianfeng raised his eyebrows slightly.
"Exactly." Dai Weisi nodded, "Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect is extremely wealthy and has an intelligence network all over the mainland. Ning Fengzhi is even known as the world's number one auxiliary Soul Master, and its Spirit Empire Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda auxiliary capabilities are unparalleled in the world. If we can win it over to my Star Luo Empire, it will not only greatly enhance our country's financial resources and intelligence capabilities, but also cause a certain blow to the Heaven Dou Empire and Upper Three Sects alliance, and may even trigger a chain reaction of Lower Four Sects!"
The more Dai Weisi spoke, the brighter the light in his eyes, as if he saw a bright future. "Also, as far as I know, Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect is closely related to the Heaven Dou Imperial Family, but after all, it is just Lower Four Sects, and the core interests of Upper Three Sects may not be completely consistent. As long as we offer a high enough price, it may not be impossible..."
"Your Highness," the Minister of Military Aircraft, who had been listening silently, suddenly spoke, interrupting Dai Weisi's words in a calm voice.
Dai Weisi looked at Xu Chu, frowning slightly. "What do you have in mind?"
The Minister of Military Aircraft bowed slightly to Dai Tianfeng, then looked at Dai Weisi, and said slowly, "I understand what Your Highness is thinking. Dividing the Soul Master forces on the Heaven Dou side is indeed a way to break the situation. But choosing Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect as a breakthrough point..." He shook his head, with a helpless and calm smile on his face, "I'm afraid it is not a good strategy, and it may even be counterproductive."
"Why?" Dai Weisi was puzzled, "Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's value is unquestionable! As long as we sincerely win over each other, we can make huge profits..."
"The problem is," the minister's voice was still steady, but with an unquestionable Penetration power, "Is a Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect who is Lower Four Sects and does not have Titled Douluo worth the huge cost we have to pay to win over him?"
Dai Weisi was startled.
The minister continued, "Your Highness, please think carefully. Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect is indeed rich, Ning Fengzhi is indeed a talent, and Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda's support ability is also top-notch. But all of this What is the premise? The sect has the peak military force that is enough to protect itself and even affect the structure of the continent! But what about now? Sword and Bone Douluo has fallen for many years. Today's Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect is just One of Lower Four Sects, only Ning Fengzhi, the Soul Saint master, and some Soul Douluo, Soul Saint level elders are left. They are like It is a treasure house full of treasures, but without enough high walls and guards. Its weight in the game of top powers is no longer what it used to be. No matter how strong Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda is, without the protection of top powerhouses, it is just a wedding dress for others."
"What does it mean to not have Titled Douluo in charge?" the minister asked himself. "It means that they lack the most fundamental deterrence and security when facing the real top forces. The reason why they can maintain their current status and wealth is largely due to their deep ties with the Heaven Dou Imperial Family, and the certain degree of protection given by Upper Three Sects out of old friendship and the consideration of maintaining the stability of the Heaven Dou camp.
Once we, Star Luo Empire, openly woo Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, it will be tantamount to poaching Heaven Dou directly and challenging the order maintained by Upper Three Sects. At that time, what we have to face may not be the smooth surrender of the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, but the strong reaction of the Heaven Dou Empire, and Upper Three Sects, especially The hostility of the Clear Sky Sect and Tang Sect who are closer to the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. Is it worth taking the risk of a head-on conflict with Upper Three Sects and Heaven Dou Empire who have digital Titled Douluo for a toothless ally? Can the help we can get offset the huge risks and hostility caused by this?"
Dai Weisi opened his mouth and wanted to refute, but found that the minister's words made sense and made it difficult for him to refute. He did take it for granted. He only saw Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's wealth and auxiliary capabilities, but ignored its strategic status and independence in the top game that had declined after losing its top military force and being Lower Four Sects, as well as the possible chain reactions caused by wooing it.
The minister did not stop and continued to throw out more crucial points, "What's more, Your Highness, don't forget that Ning Fengzhi is very close to Heaven Dou. A large number of the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's industries, intelligence networks, and even some sect defenses are deeply intertwined with the Heaven Dou Empire.
Ning Fengzhi is an extremely shrewd politician. He knows better than anyone else that after losing Sword and Bone Douluo and the sect ranked Lower Four Sects, hugging Heaven Dou Imperial Family's thigh tightly and maintaining a good relationship with Upper Three Sects is the best choice for the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect to maintain the status quo and security.
In this case, the possibility that he will turn to me, Star Luo Empire, is slim. The greater possibility is that he will use my Star Luo Empire to win over him and go to Heaven Dou and Upper Three Sects bargained to obtain more benefits, and may even set a trap in turn, making me, Star Luo Empire, pay a huge price but gain nothing, and completely offended Heaven Dou and Upper Three Sects."
Dai Tianfeng listened to the minister's analysis, and the light in his eyes gradually calmed down, replaced by deep thinking. Dai Weisi also fell silent, with a look of surprise and a hint of fear on his face.
Dai Weisi took a long breath and cupped his hands to the minister, "I thought too simply. Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect without Titled Douluo has limited value, and is too deeply tied to Heaven Dou. Winning them over is extremely risky, and the hope of success is slim. It is really not a wise move."
Dai Tianfeng nodded slowly and said in a deep voice, "It seems that it is not feasible to win over Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. At least, under the current situation, it must not be done."
His eyes became sharp and firm again. "Then, the top priority is to deal with the trouble at hand. White Tiger Guard must guard Forgotten Gobi and find out the truth! For the Clear Sky Sect and Tang Sect, we must both forcefully reject them and give them limited investigative powers to show that I, Star Luo Empire, am worthy of the decision. The matter of arranging the military aircraft minister is in your hands."
"My lord, I obey the order."
"Xue Beng, just strengthen the border security and adopt a tough posture. Don't expand the conflict for the time being. Closely monitor the movements of Upper Three Sects." Dai Tianfeng continued to order, with a cold light in his eyes. "The most important thing is to find out the truth about Forgotten Gobi at all costs and who killed Fourth Elder of the Clear Sky Sect! This may be... an opportunity."
"Yes! I understand!" Dai Weisi and the Minister of Military and Aircraft responded.
Dai Tianfeng waved his hand and the two of them retreated. He was the only one left in the study, looking at the huge map with a deep look.