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Chapter 1990: Chapter 1994: Strategizing from Afar, Deciding Victory a Thousand Miles Away

Is there really going to be a war?

Qin Tian sensed the sound of a large army racing in the distance and quickly hid with Chen Jingsi.

Sure enough, a few thousand soldiers came galloping from the front, and on the side, there was even a camp with tens of thousands of people.

"Looks like it’s the Barbarian Clan’s army. They’ve already reached the border with West State."

Qin Tian suddenly realized that a large force was assembling at the border between West State and the Barbarian Clan; it seemed war was imminent.

However, it appeared that no battle had occurred yet, and Qin Tian felt slightly relieved. The Barbarian Clan was always profit-driven, and it seemed they didn’t want to expend too much manpower, resources, or funds by attacking West State.

Otherwise, why would they just assemble without launching a full-scale attack?

Qin Tian then led Chen Jingsi, pretending to be passersby as they walked down the road close to the Barbarian Clan’s army.

Meanwhile, Qin Tian observed the Barbarian Clan’s formation from afar. These barbarians were good at single combat, but from what Qin Tian saw, their group fighting skills were far from the West State soldiers.

Finally, they arrived at West Capital City, where the temporary command team led by Zhou Yang was already busy inside.

Seeing Qin Tian return so quickly, everyone flocked to him.

Qin Tian let Chen Jingsi acquaint herself with West Capital City while he quickly gathered his confidants for an emergency meeting.

"Boss, how did it go this time with the Dragon Clan? Was the negotiation successful?"

"You look so cheerful; you must have succeeded brilliantly, right?"

"Haha, once our boss steps up, that Long Tianwu surely has no choice but to yield, right? Certainly, the negotiation was successful!"

In the meeting room, everyone was waiting for the generals Zhao Lanjin, Ye Kun, and others who were out patrolling, while Lin Yu and a few others were already chatting and laughing.

Once everyone was present, Qin Tian first announced, "This trip to Panlong Island went rather smoothly..."

Before he finished, everyone spontaneously started applauding him.

"King Qin, this was a life-saving negotiation!" Zuo Yuanhao remarked.

"With the Dragon Clan refraining from attacking, we can at least defend West Capital City. As long as I have enough troops and logistics, I can definitely hold the line!" Xu Kuan said with excitement.

"Exactly, those in the Imperial City, we know them inside out; fighting them will be easier," Che Aijun added.

Zhou Yang looked at Qin Tian and asked, "Boss, did you meet Long Tianwu of the Dragon Clan?"

Qin Tian nodded, "Mm."

"Is she pretty?" Suddenly, Lin Yu asked.

Qin Tian was dumbfounded and looked at Lin Yu.

"Heh, curious? Before, I saw a portrait and thought she was pretty. I just wonder if the Master looks even better than the picture?"

Everyone turned their curious gaze towards Qin Tian.

Apparently, the name of Empress Long Tianwu resounded across the Spiritual Domain Continent, and many people were curious, respectful, and admiring of her.

Seeing that everyone was interested in this topic, Qin Tian smiled lightly and said, "Quite beautiful, at least several times prettier than the portrait. The Master has a more Spiritual Energy, um, more commanding presence, with a royal aura. She’s probably the strongest woman I’ve ever seen, though her personality is somewhat aloof..."

Qin Tian slowly described while the others listened, captivated.

After a while, Qin Tian said solemnly, "I called you all here for urgent business, not to discuss women. Everyone, sit down, let’s talk business."

Only then did everyone laugh heartily and gradually took their seats.

Qin Tian first introduced the agreement he reached with the Dragon Clan at Panlong Island.

Zuo Yuanhao and Zhou Yang listened and almost simultaneously asked, "Did you sign an agreement?"

Qin Tian shook his head.

Everyone was taken aback.

Zuo Yuanhao exclaimed, "Agreed, but didn’t sign a written agreement. Won’t the Dragon Clan go back on their word? After all, verbal promises aren’t binding, and Long Tianwu is cunning; we have to be cautious."

Zhou Yang also chimed in, "We should send someone to them to finalize the agreement. Without a written agreement, there’s no binding force."

"I understand your concerns, but there’s no need for an agreement; the Dragon Clan won’t renege on their promise."

Qin Tian said, seeing their doubts, he had no choice but to explain, "Trust me, though I didn’t talk with Long Tianwu for long, I could tell she’s someone who keeps her promises. Besides, cooperating with us only benefits them, why would they go back on their word?"

Qin Tian naturally couldn’t reveal the private promise between him and Long Tianwu.

However, he was very clear that the Dragon Clan wouldn’t send their 200,000 troops back without some gain.

Furthermore, even if the Dragon Clan helped the Imperial City attack West State, even if they conquered it, West State is tens of thousands of miles away from Panlong Island; the Dragon Clan couldn’t claim it for themselves.

Besides, if the Ice Emperor decided to encircle and annihilate the Dragon Clan’s 200,000 troops near West State, it would be a heavy loss for the Dragon Clan, impossible to recover for ten years.

Considering all this, Long Tianwu agreeing to Qin Tian’s request was merely a favor.

After clearing their doubts, Qin Tian began to learn about the current situation on the West State battlefield.

At present, the vanguard of the Imperial City army was already engaged in battle with Che Aijun’s forces at Tiger City. Che Aijun was barely able to fend off the enemy’s attack.

In fact, Tiger City was merely the first line of defense for West State; even if it couldn’t be held, Che Aijun could retreat to Yueya City. Here, Xu Kuan had further fortified the defenses, creating a steel wall. Xu Kuan’s 300,000 troops were assembled here, prepared not to let any Imperial City army cross.

The Barbarian Clan army and Demon Clan army were countered by 100,000 troops from the Demon Clan.

Currently, the Barbarian Clan army seems to be easily defeated. The Demon Clan’s 100,000 soldiers can essentially defend against the Barbarian army’s attacks.

As for the Demon Clan army, elusive as ghosts, with unknown numbers and whereabouts, after crossing the Demon God River, they seemed to disappear. The Demon Clan’s 100,000 troops are deployed at the border, still untouched.

"Old Zhao, the 200,000 soldiers in West Capital City under your command are the mobile force. Be ready to reinforce all areas, especially Yueya City, which is our last line of defense, it must not fall," Qin Tian said to Zhao Lanjin.

Before Zhao Lanjin could reply, Xu Kuan stepped forward and said, "King Qin, give me another 100,000 troops. I assure you, even if the Imperial City army is twice my size, I can still hold them back!"

"I’ll give you 150,000! Left Strategist will be your advisor and accompany you to Yueya City!" Qin Tian replied without hesitation.

"Yes, sir!"

Zuo Yuanhao and Xu Kuan responded in unison.

Zhou Yang whispered, "Boss, this way, we’ll only have over 50,000 people left in West Capital City... Could it be... too few?"