"We understand!"
The crowd's eyes gleamed; it looked like there would be a good show tomorrow. At least two more guests were expected, so that the people of the Great West Empire and the Frostwest Empire could see the consequences of offending the Great Liang.
That would definitely kill people.
"Leave this matter to the Ministry of Rites. Make sure I handle it perfectly. With so many outsiders present, we can't afford to lose face. Also, send someone to deliver invitations to them. Tomorrow is a big event; we need an audience." Lin Yi glanced at Cao Cao and said in a deep voice.
This is a moment to show off, how can it be without an audience, and we even need two monkeys!
Cao Cao took a deep breath, stepped forward, and solemnly said, "Your Majesty, rest assured, there will be no problems. I had already made preparations."
He already knew about the prisoner-of-war and had made preparations beforehand. Now, it was just a matter of having two more spectators, so it wasn't a big problem.
With the assistance of the Hundred Riders and the Net, this matter can be handled flawlessly, and any problems can be suppressed instantly.
"Very well, then let's do it that way!"
Lin Yi let out a long sigh and couldn't help but yawn; he was getting a little tired after sitting for Tiandu.
Just as he was about to announce the end of court, a young guard hurriedly walked in and whispered a few words in Wang Yue's ear. The latter immediately looked delighted, which surprised Lin Yi.
Looks like something good has happened.
"Your Majesty, we have confirmed the location of the Yamata Nation. The nautical chart is genuine; it has been verified through separate interrogations." He handed over the chart, speaking excitedly.
It's good that it's true!
A glint of light flashed in Lin Yi's eyes, and he couldn't help but slam his hand on the table and stand up. He had been dozing off just now, but he instantly became alert.
The attack on Yamata Nation was all set except for one crucial element, and now that element has arrived.
Then let's not wait any longer!
He handed the nautical chart to Zhang Liao, who was standing to the side, and said in a deep voice, "Draft an imperial edict ordering Sun Jian, the Governor of the Min River, to join forces with Gan Ning, the Grand Admiral of the Navy, Ran Min, the Grand Admiral of the Qihuo Army, Ran Min Yu Jin, the General of the Navy, and Yue Jin, the Commander of the Infantry, Yue Jin lead an army of 400,000 to attack the Yamata Nation."
If you've decided to do it, then go all the way!
Although there are no natural enemies at sea now, one cannot succeed in the short term without planning for the long term. If we want to become a maritime hegemon, we will naturally need a large number of naval bases.
The Yamata Nation is a good choice; let's consign it to history.
Anyway, anyone who dares to steal shipbuilding technology and potatoes isn't a good person. The Yamata Nation itself is also an ambitious group; rather than letting them grow, it's better to just wipe them out once and for all.
This was something he had considered long ago, which is why he had urgently recalled Ran Min earlier.
Entrusting such a professional task to someone like Ran Min is precisely to ensure a permanent solution and eliminate future problems.
Four hundred thousand elite troops!
Five generals!
Everyone gasped in shock. They were familiar with the Yamata Nation, of course. The emperor seemed to dislike this country and had previously threatened to attack them.
Only now, with this deployment of troops, have they truly experienced what it means to be struck with overwhelming force.
"What kind of Yamata Nation is this? They must Baozi a leopard's gall to provoke His Majesty."
"For such a small island nation to warrant such a massive mobilization from the Emperor, it seems determined to crush the Yamata Nation. I'm afraid their chances of survival are slim."
"Surrounded by 400,000 Great Liang Navy on the vast ocean, they were practically trapped with no way out."
It's one thing for a tiny country to mobilize 400,000 elite naval troops, but to actually use Gan Ning and Sun Jian is another matter entirely. The former is undoubtedly a naval warfare master, having previously crushed the Great Ning Navy.
The fact that the emperor entrusted Sun Jian with such an important task, appointing him as the governor of the Min River region and assigning him the responsibility of clearing the sea area, demonstrates that he was a man of great talent being put to good use.
As for Ran Min, he was even more extraordinary.
This man became the Southwest General as soon as he joined the Great Liang. He had previously fought against an army of 400,000 in the Western Regions and killed more than 100,000 ruthless men.
There are also two promising young players Yu Jin and Yue Jin.
Although these two have only recently joined the Great Liang system, they have already distinguished themselves in the army and are definitely among the best. This is equivalent to deploying five generals, showing that they are determined to wipe them out.
Thud!
Lin Yi tossed a red invitation card to Zhang Liao, then said in a deep voice, "Give this to Ran Min; he should understand my meaning!"
The Order to Kill the Hu
The latter's pupils contracted. This post was filled with a bloody atmosphere. Upon opening it, there were no instructions, only a huge dark red character for "kill".
The writing was clearly done in blood, but it has now dried.
Zhang Liao instantly understood, and forced a smile, saying, "Your Majesty, I understand. I will certainly give Ran Min some serious instructions!"
Such a large character, with no other content, already says it all.
This is going to be a serious matter. No wonder the Emperor urgently summoned Ran Min back. That guy went on a killing spree in the Western Regions, making the Western Regions tremble at the mere sight of him.
kindness!
Nodding slightly, Lin Yi said in a deep voice, "The fact that Great Liang has declared war on the Yamata Nation must be publicized extensively. As for the reasons and excuses, I'll leave this to you, Cao Cao."
We must make it clear to the Zhennan Dynasty and the Western countries that our focus is on the South Sea, not on them!
"Your subject obeys the decree!"
Cao Cao stepped forward, accepted the task, and began to plan his next move.
Guan Yu frowned slightly and said in a deep voice, "Your Majesty, the focus is on the South Sea, so what about our arrangements in the southwest...?"
"Of course, we should continue!"
Lin Yi glanced at him and said in a deep voice, "Making a statement is one thing, but our actions can be another. I have already successively mobilized Zhang He, Meng Huo and others to enter the southwest."
Yunchang, you also need to set off for the southwest region immediately. Once you adapt to the high-altitude climate, the Zhennan Dynasty will be ours to take over!
This is not empty talk, but something backed by real strength.
Given the current strength of the Great Liang, unless the Zhennan Dynasty can get the Frostwest Empire and the Great West Empire to come to its aid, it simply cannot stop the Great Liang's attack. Their overall strength is still a bit lacking.
"I see!"
Upon hearing this, everyone couldn't help but burst into laughter; the Emperor was playing tricks.
This can be described as feigning an attack on one direction while secretly advancing another.
On the surface, he made a big show of conquering the Yamata Nation, but in reality, he was using it as a cover to lay out a plan for the southwestern battlefield. He continuously sent troops to the southwestern battlefield and completed the plan without anyone noticing.
Given enough time, once the Great Liang soldiers have adapted to the high-altitude climate, they can launch a swift and unexpected attack on the Zhennan Dynasty, catching them completely off guard.
That was a brilliant move. The Zhennan Dynasty probably didn't expect this, since they certainly didn't believe that the Great Liang would dare to fight on two fronts.
While attacking the Yamata Nation with an army of 400,000, they still dared to send troops into the southwest.
If war breaks out, the Zhennan Dynasty will probably be completely stunned.
Guo Jia, standing to the side, couldn't help but chuckle, saying strangely, "Haha, His Majesty is showing no martial virtue!"