Just when Heaven Dou Continent was busy in full swing, in the Star Luo Empire's palace, Dai Tianling was sitting on the main seat, with a piece of information from the Heaven Dou Empire spread out on the table in front of him.
The content of the intelligence is nothing more than the movements made by the Federation expeditionary force in the Heaven Dou Continent, as well as the information that Heaven Dou Empire Emperor Xue Yuntian officially signed the surrender letter.
To be honest, he never expected this step. He had thought that Heaven Dou Empire would surrender, but he did not expect that it would happen so quickly.
He always felt that there was something else hidden in this matter, maybe Federation had some special actions behind the scenes.
But now is not the time to talk about this.
He raised his eyes and looked at the dozen or so ministers standing below. At this time, one of the leading ministers had just finished speaking, "Your Majesty, Tiandou Empire has surrendered. Federation Fleet's next step must be Star Luo Empire. I believe that while Federation has not yet transferred its troops, I should take the initiative to send envoys to contact Federation and strive to exchange surrender for decent conditions."
"I second the proposal." Another minister answered, "Our navy is no match for the Federation expeditionary force. Instead of waiting for them to come over, it is better to negotiate for peace now."
Dai Tianling did not speak. The main problem in this matter was that Heaven Dou Empire collapsed so quickly that Star Luo Empire had almost no preparation time.
From the departure of Federation Fleet to the surrender of the Tiandou Empire, it only took more than two months.
This speed means that Federation's military strength and organizational capabilities far exceed previous assessments.
But they haven't gotten half of the information about Federation's army from it, and they can't even confirm whether the other party has more military personnel, or it's just Yu Guanzhi, Limit Douluo.
A military commander sitting on the left said, "Star Luo Empire is different from the Tiandou Empire. Noble and officials of the Tiandou Empire have been secretly communicating with Federation for a long time. They are just a bunch of weaklings, but Star Luo Empire is not like that inside. We have Monster Academy and the royal family Worship Hall. If Federation comes over, we may not be incapable of fighting."
"With the power of one battle?" The prime minister shook his head, "To put it lightly, it would be great if Federation was really that easy to deal with."
The atmosphere in Council Chamber suddenly dropped.
Dai Tianling listened to the argument between the two sides and rubbed his eyebrows in embarrassment.
Just as he was about to speak, Council Chamber's door was pushed open from the outside.
A waiter walked quickly to Dai Tianling and whispered a few words.
Dai Tianling's expression changed, and then he said to the ministers present, "Step aside first, I will discuss it later."
The ministers looked at each other, and although they didn't know what happened, they left one after another.
Not long after, someone came in, and there was more than one person.
Walking in front was a middle-aged man, wearing a black robe with gold trim, his hair combed meticulously, and his face handsome.
His steps were steady, and he just bowed slightly to Dai Tianling: "Your Majesty, Zhang Geyang has taken the liberty of visiting."
Dai Tianling nodded.
Zhang Geyang, Spirit Pagoda Star Luo Empire is the head of the branch and the deputy tower master of Spirit Pagoda Headquarters. He is level 98 Super Douluo and titled Netherflame.
He has served in the Star Luo Empire for decades and has a deep foundation and close relationship with the royal family, so Dai Tianling is no stranger to this person.
But Zhang Geyang is followed by someone else.
It was an old man wearing a white robe without any markings. He had a clumsy face, a thin and slender figure, long white hair hanging down behind his head, hanging down over his shoulders, but his eyes were unusually clear.
En Ci.
Star Luo Empire national preceptor, Monster Academy dean, royal family Worship Hall Master, level 99 Demigod, title Holy Dragon.
He is also the teacher of Dai Tianling.
"Teacher." Dai Tianling stood up quickly, but he was a little confused as to why the teacher came here with Zhang Geyang.
En Ci nodded, and then stood next to Dai Tianling.
Zhang Geyang is still standing below.
Dai Tianling sat down again, looked at the two of them, and asked, "Teacher, are you here for the Federation expeditionary force over there Heaven Dou Continent?"
"Yes." En Ci sighed, "Tiandou Empire descended too fast. When we got the message, Xue Yuntian had already signed a letter of surrender. This incident has a great impact on the Star Luo Empire. I came here to discuss the next countermeasures with His Majesty."
"I am discussing with the ministers." Dai Tianling said, "The civilian officials advocate taking the initiative to contact Federation to seek conditions for surrender, while the military commanders believe that a fight can be fought."
"It's exactly what I thought. What does your Majesty mean?" En Ci asked.
Dai Tianling was silent for a few seconds. "I haven't decided yet. Tiandou Empire collapsed too fast and didn't even consume any energy. Star Luo Empire didn't have enough preparation time. If Federation Fleet changes direction and attacks Star Luo Empire, can our navy really stop it?"
En Ci did not answer the call.
Zhang Geyang spoke at this moment, "Your Majesty, I came here today precisely for this matter."
Dai Tianling looked at him.
"Spirit Pagoda is willing to provide support. I also have some channels within Federation that can help Star Luo Empire obtain information on Federation Fleet's movements. In addition, we also have some Soul Tool in hand that can be used to support, including the strong ones of Spirit Pagoda."
"As far as I know, Federation's expeditionary force is not large in number. Under the premise of the Heaven Dou Empire's surrender, if the expeditionary force wants to turn its guns and attack Star Luo Empire, it has to consider the control of the Heaven Dou Empire. After all, it is a large continent with unstable people and a group of troops surrendering. These are all unstable factors."
"If this is the case, then the Federation Fleet that will come by then will definitely not have full combat power and will not be as strong as imagined. Moreover, this army expedition was entirely based on the personal orders of Mo Yuan, and there was no formal mobilization at all. Once the stalemate reaches a stalemate, the continuity of the war is likely to seriously decline. If we persist here, we will be victorious. If Federation wants to organize the next attack, it will take longer to prepare."
After listening to Zhang Geyang's words, Dai Tianling looked at En Ci again.
En Ci was silent for a while, and then nodded. "Your Majesty, what Zhang Geyang said makes sense. Although Federation Fleet is powerful, it requires an expedition and a long supply line. If Star Luo Empire can organize an effective coastal defense, there may not be more space."
"Teacher, do you think we can think about it again?" Dai Tianling asked.
En Ci nodded. "Tiandou Empire's surrender came too quickly because they had already collapsed internally. Star Luo Empire's situation is different. If we can stabilize the internal situation and defend the coast, Federation may not easily launch a full-scale attack. After all, their new Parliament Speaker has just taken office, and the country needs time to digest the reception of the Tiandou Empire. Besides, aren't Tong Yu and I still here?"
Dai Tianling leaned on the back of the chair, his eyes moving back and forth between Zhang Geyang and En Ci.
He was originally inclined to accept the Prime Minister's suggestion and took the initiative to contact Federation to seek conditions for surrender.
But the words of Zhang Geyang and En Ci made him reconsider this judgment.
If Star Luo Empire still has room for negotiation, and if Federation Fleet is not unstoppable, then voluntary surrender is not the only option.
After all, if you can resist, who would want to be the king of a subjugated country?