kingnovel Chapter 912: Defending the Country is Your Own Responsibility
Chapter 912: Defending the Country is Your Own Responsibility
Duke Anguo Fu Peng agreed with what Xiao Jingyu said.
"Your Highness Prince Yu is absolutely right!"
"Under such circumstances, the attitudes of the court officials are nothing more than three kinds:
Those who oppose, those who support, and those who remain silent.
Those who oppose without hesitation can almost be said to be truly loyal to Jingyue.
Whether it's to maintain the dignity of Jingyue Country, the dignity of the Emperor's decree, or simply to recognize a marriage contract and commitment, their loyalty and character are trustworthy;
Those who support the marriage are either that person's followers or some cowards who only want to be content with wealth and status and are willing to sacrifice the interests of Jingyue Kingdom.
As for those who remained silent and did not express any opinions, neither opposing nor supporting, some of them just wanted to protect themselves;
And the other part... is hidden deep.
We need to pay more attention to these people in the days ahead."
"The Duke is right!"
Emperor Hong De nodded.
“Also, since we’ve thought of this, we should have taken precautions early.
There are six countries bordering Jingyue in the four directions of east, south, west and north.
In recent decades, there have been five countries that have directly engaged in war with Jingyue.
And the only country that had never directly fought against Jingyue, Anyi, was not truly friendly with Jingyue, but because Anyi and its neighboring country, Guanglin, were related by marriage.
It has always been the Guanglin Kingdom that is openly in the front, while the Anyi Kingdom hides behind and makes trouble secretly.
We can simply regard these two countries as one.
This time, a letter of credence has been delivered, clearly indicating that they will send envoys to Jingyue. Apart from a few vassal states that are here to pay tribute, the six countries bordering Jingyue are also here.
Although the surrounding borders have been relatively stable in recent years, there have been occasional minor frictions, but fortunately, none of them have led to major wars.
However, a period of calm is often a precursor to unrest, so we must be on guard!
"Your Majesty, I agree with you!"
The border guards should be reminded in time to be vigilant and prepared for war at all times.
Even if one or more countries dare to start a war, we can be prepared in advance!
Duke Anguo Fu Peng said.
"Grandpa is right!"
Leng Rongyue spoke at this time, then looked at Emperor Hongde, "Your Majesty, I think that this time, Your Majesty's Thousand Autumn Palace Banquet... I'm afraid it won't be a harmonious and joyful occasion.
There must be no shortage of conspiracy and calculation.
However, as the host, Jingyue has his own way of entertaining guests.
However, if there are guests who don't know how to behave as guests, we might as well teach them.
Sometimes, well-intentioned courtesy will not only fail to make the other party feel your goodwill, but will instead encourage the other party's evil thoughts and ambitions.
If we really want peace in the world and Jingyue to have the demeanor of a great country, we cannot rely on tolerance, kindness and courtesy, but must first make the other party feel awe.
The only thing that can make the other party feel awe is Jingyue's strength.
If they could clearly see Jingyue's strength, and realize that Jingyue's strength was enough to crush them...
Then, we don’t need to be tolerant, we don’t need to show goodwill, and we don’t need to be polite, they will surrender on their own!
After they surrender, Jingyue will show goodwill. That is the true demeanor of a great power that will inspire awe in other countries!"
After hearing this, Emperor Hong De nodded in agreement.
“That’s the truth.
But... Rongyue, I still have some concerns.
Today, Jingyue Kingdom has the largest land area, the largest population, and the most abundant resources among the seven countries.
However, this only compares the seven countries individually.
If several countries join forces, Jingyue Country’s advantage can no longer be called an advantage!
In other words, our Jingyue Nation is not strong enough to intimidate other nations!"
Leng Rongyue listened to what Emperor Hongde said, smiled, and said: "Please don't worry, Your Majesty!
Rongyue understood what the emperor meant.
But what Rongyue wants to say is that Jingyue’s strength was not enough to intimidate other countries in the past, but now it is different! "
"Rongyue means..."
Emperor Hong De asked in confusion.
"What Rongyue means is... because we have Rongyue now!"
"With you?"
Emperor Hong De was still puzzled.
"Yes!"
Leng Rongyue nodded confidently.
"Rongyue, after the battle at Yunxiang Mountain, I already know that you are a formidable martial artist!
But you are just a person, a little girl..."
"Your Majesty, do you not trust Rongyue?
Or do you look down on Rongyue because she's just a little girl?"
Leng Rongyue looked at Emperor Hong De and blinked cunningly.
Emperor Hongde... uh...
Looking at the beautiful and lovely girl in front of him, Emperor Hong De really couldn't say anything to criticize her.
But you have to believe her...
It is said that two fists cannot beat four hands, and even a vicious tiger is afraid of a pack of wolves!
No matter how high Leng Rongyue's martial arts skills are, how much can he contribute to improving the strength of Jingyue Kingdom?
Leng Rongyue knew that unless Emperor Hongde could truly witness her strength, Emperor Hongde would not believe that she could improve the strength of Jingyue Kingdom by herself!
Leng Rongyue doesn’t want to reveal too much for the time being, but it’s okay to reveal a part of it!
In this life, I am a citizen of Jingyue Country!
My family and lover are all in Jingyue Country, and protecting Jingyue Country is what I must do!