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”Hmph, does Long Tianwu think that I, am easily frightened!?”

Upon hearing the War God’s words, Emperor Xuan became even more furious, ”I have never been coerced into submission by anyone!”

The War God remained impassive, saying, ”Your Majesty, the Dragon Clan’s intentions are quite simple. They just want to take advantage of us during our game with the West Capital. If we have poor relations with the Dragon Clan now and push them towards Qin Tian, we will undoubtedly suffer being attacked from both sides in the future, a deeply painful predicament.”

”Conversely, even if we give the Dragon Clan ten cities now, it actually doesn’t have a major impact on us. Moreover, the estuary of South State’s river is closest to South State’s cities. Currently, Qin Tian controls South State. If we give the Dragon Clan ten cities, for one, Qin Tian will feel insecure, and the most likely next step for the Dragon Clan will be to attack Qin Tian’s South State, not us. After all, by then, we will already have formed an alliance with the Dragon Clan.”

Upon hearing this, Emperor Xuan seemed suddenly enlightened, smiling faintly, ”In that case, ten cities can indeed be negotiated.”

He waved his hand and said, ”However, using such methods for coercion is indeed too excessive...”

The War God replied, ”Your Majesty, what we need to think about now is how to deal with Qin Tian.”

”I have learned the location of the Ice Emperor’s death, which was within West State’s territory, killed by Qin Tian! Now, we have an opportunity to avenge him.”

As soon as the War God spoke, Emperor Xuan’s eyes lit up suddenly, ”Qin Tian killed my father; this enmity is irreconcilable! I can just use this reason to wage war against him!”

The War God responded, ”So at this moment, we need to ally ourselves even more with the Dragon Clan. Only then do we have a chance of success in our campaign against Qin Tian.”

Emperor Xuan took a deep breath, and said solemnly, ”Alright, War God, arrange this matter.”

...

”Boss, there’s news about the alliance between the Imperial City and the Dragon Clan.”

After ascending the throne, Qin Tian hadn’t gotten much relaxation time before Xiao Zhuang hurriedly brought him news about the Dragon Clan, ”The Imperial City ceded ten cities bordering East State and South State, allowing the Dragon Clan to control the estuary of the South State river, in exchange for an alliance between the Dragon Clan and the Imperial City.”

”Heh, that Fourth Prince is indeed a disgraceful failure. Just after ascending the throne, he cedes territory and pays indemnities, losing sovereignty and humiliating the nation!”

Upon seeing this news, Qin Tian sneered, ”The Dragon Clan is truly the type to say one thing and do another. They formed an alliance with the Imperial City so quickly. This Long Tianwu truly is a materialistic woman!”

In fact, when Master Tianji came to the West Capital to attend his coronation ceremony, Qin Tian had sought Master Tianji to secretly converse for half a day.

He wanted to inquire about the results of the secret discussions between the Imperial City and the Dragon Clan.

Master Tianji told him that there was no result yet; the Empress just wanted to see what conditions the Imperial City would offer, and might not necessarily form an alliance with the Imperial City.

Yet, in just a few days since turning around, Master Tianji likely hadn’t even returned to Panlong Island before the Imperial City and the Dragon Clan had formed an alliance!

How could Qin Tian not be furious?

At that time, Master Tianji also told Qin Tian, saying that within the Dragon Clan, regarding forming an alliance with either the Imperial City or West State, there were two factions constantly at odds.

Previously, Long Tianwu insisted on not allying with anyone, but in recent months, there seemed to be a change in her perspective; her attitude wavered somewhat, yet no one knew what the Empress Long Tianwu was thinking.

At that time, Qin Tian also asked Master Tianji, ”Master, who do you recommend the Dragon Clan form an alliance with?”

Master Tianji laughed and said, ”I came to attend your coronation ceremony, so what do you think? My disciple Chen Jingsi is under your care...”

At that moment, Qin Tian also felt his question was a bit idiotic, yet internally, he was quite pleased.

Everyone knows that Master Tianji is Long Tianwu’s right-hand advisor in the Dragon Clan.

With Master Tianji on his side, he had a great chance to ally with the Dragon Clan.

Qin Tian personally escorted Master Tianji away then, asking him to mediate extensively to try—尽量让西州和龙族结盟.

Master Tianji promised enthusiastically; returning, everything changed.

The Imperial City and the Dragon Clan quickly formed an alliance; Qin Tian felt greatly embarrassed.

”Your Majesty, the Dragon Clan seems to be a breed that forgets loyalty for profit, and that Long Tianwu should also be such a person, unworthy of long-term trust.”

Zuo Yuanhao analyzed, ”In light of current strategies, after the alliance between the Imperial City and the Dragon Clan, the Imperial City will surely take action against us. After all, you have ascended to the throne, already posing the biggest threat to the Imperial City. Additionally, the news of the Ice Emperor being killed in West State can’t escape the Imperial City’s notice. These two matters combined, I predict that the Imperial City will take action against us within this month. Please prepare in advance.”

Qin Tian nodded, ”The Imperial City taking action was within expectations.”

Previously, while Qin Tian was attacking Demon Capital City, the Imperial City took advantage of the situation.

Later, due to concerns about a surprise attack from the Demon Clan from the rear, they withdrew to Tiger City.

Now that the Imperial City and the Dragon Clan have rapidly formed an alliance, isn’t it just to eliminate future troubles and focus on attacking the West Capital?

”Your Majesty, taking advantage of the situation is a consistent tactic of the Dragon Clan. Be cautious of our South State.”

Zuo Yuanhao spoke softly to Qin Tian, ”In the battle at Yueya City with the Imperial City, regardless of who wins, the greatest benefactor, I believe, will be the Dragon Clan.”

”If the Imperial City wins, the Dragon Clan will seize the opportunity to occupy some or all of the South State territory. By then, we certainly won’t have the heart or strength to resist.”

”If we win, the Dragon Clan will seize the opportunity to occupy East State territory, and there’s no way the Imperial City can prevent this.”

Beside him, Lin Yu froze upon hearing Zuo Yuanhao’s words, saying, ”The Imperial City has just formed an alliance with the Dragon Clan; if the Imperial City loses, can the Dragon Clan really strike an ally? That’s so treacherous.”

”As long as there’s a convincing reason, it’s possible to strike,” Zuo Yuanhao stared at Lin Yu and said, ”with Long Tianwu’s strategy, it’s impossible she wouldn’t come up with a reason to attack, simply creating a story of West State Army infiltrating East State, and claiming the Dragon Clan will assist the Imperial City in driving them out, and safeguarding each major city... What can the Imperial City say?”

Lin Yu was stunned, ”Such an operation... so cunning!”

Accusers never worry about a lack of excuses; Long Tianwu confidently awaited the Imperial City to converge with the West State Army for battle. Thus, she first seized the ten or so cities in the East State as strongholds, stationed forces there, waiting for a confrontation between the Imperial City and West State, to reap the rewards effortlessly—a brilliant tactic indeed!

Qin Tian asked Xiao Zhuang, ”Third Brother, has the Dragon Clan recently increased their forces near the South State river?”

Xiao Zhuang said, ”Boss, of the ten cities near South State river, the Dragon Clan originally occupied three of them. Their Great General Long Xuanji leads an army of over a hundred thousand in that area. Whether or not they increase troops, a sudden attack by a hundred thousand Dragon Clan soldiers—our current defensive line in South State certainly won’t hold.”

”Long Tianwu...”

Upon hearing this, Qin Tian softly uttered the name, and in his mind, Long Tianwu’s proud and peerless image appeared, gritting his teeth, ”Women are truly ruthless, such great measures against my West State!”