In this way, it can be considered an official endorsement.
Zhao Ping felt more at ease, knowing that he was on the right track.
Now, after this brief respite, he had figured out what he wanted to say.
After bowing to His Majesty the Emperor, he turned to the three-dynasty veteran, now the most powerful minister, and said with his hands clasped, "Grand Secretary Xu, I believe that now is not the best time for the Great Qin Domain to fight against the extraterrestrial demons. As long as the Dragon Clan can delay for three months, and our Great Qin army is fully prepared, we can annihilate the extraterrestrial demons in no time."
"The same applies to timing. If we rush into the market before the situation is clear, it will inevitably cause incalculable losses to our Great Qin Region."
After he finished speaking, countless people turned their heads to look at him.
Even Emperor Qin Yan showed a look of joy on his face. This reason was really good; he couldn't find a single reason to object.
However, when he looked at Xu Heng, the latter still had that solemn expression on his face. After Zhao Ping finished speaking, Xu Heng's facial muscles twitched irregularly, his eyelids drooped slightly, and he said, "So you mean to send troops to support the Dragon Clan three months later?"
Zhao Ping suddenly felt a heavy pressure emanating from Xu Heng. His breath caught in his throat, but he couldn't back down now. He could only nod stiffly and say, "That's right...because..."
Before he could finish speaking, Xu Heng chuckled deeply, then his gaze suddenly shifted to His Majesty the Emperor, his tone no longer respectful, "Does Your Majesty also think so?"
Even if Qin Yan were foolish, he couldn't show that he agreed with this statement at this moment. However, if he refused, he would have no choice but to follow Xu Heng's wishes, and the result would not be what he wanted.
With that in mind, he neither shook his head nor nodded, and simply did not express his opinion. Instead, he changed the subject, saying, "You continue."
Zhao Ping knew his chance to shine had come. A somewhat forced smile appeared on his lips as he braced himself and said, "On the one hand, it's because after three months, the Dragon Clan and the extraterrestrial demons will be nearly exhausted. When my army enters the fray, we can maximize the benefits for my Great Qin Domain."
"On the other hand, there are about a thousand warriors in our army who are at the critical stage of breakthrough. As long as they can successfully break through, the strength of our Qin army will be raised to another level, and it is not impossible for us to reach the top of the world."
From the perspective of the Great Qin Domain, this behavior is actually justifiable.
However, from the perspective of the dragon race, or even the living beings of the entire Kyushu continent, it seems somewhat selfish.
As the first line of defense for the Nine Provinces Continent and the front line for the Nine Provinces Continent to fight against the extraterrestrial demons, if the Dragon Clan suffers a defeat, then it is uncertain whether the Demon Clan, with its morale soaring, can fight against the extraterrestrial demons with only the power of the Great Qin Domain.
Upon hearing this, Xu Heng's expression gradually darkened. Only after Zhao Ping finished speaking did he slowly stand up, his hunched body momentarily limp.
"You mean... that our Great Qin Region will stand by and watch us die..."
"Have you ever considered that if even the Dragon Clan cannot resist the extraterrestrial demons, then who on the Nine Provinces Continent can withstand them!"
"The dragon clan's envoy is waiting for our reply outside. As a being of the Great Thousand Worlds, and as a member of the cabinet within my Great Qin Domain, do you have the nerve to repeat those words again?"
Every word is truly precious.
Zhao Ping's face flushed red with shame, and for a moment he didn't know how to face this elderly man who was already in his eighties.
He was old and frail, but his heart was still full of ambition, and he truly held the whole country in his heart.
Yes, even the strongest dragon race has been defeated. What power in the vast world is confident that it can compare to the dragon race? What awaits the Nine Provinces Continent will be an abyss of no return.
Upon hearing this, a chill suddenly ran down Zhao Ping's spine.
Perhaps, only now did he truly understand the profound righteousness that Xu Heng spoke of, or that was contained in his heart.
His expression immediately became devout, and the way he looked at Xu Heng underwent a qualitative change.
It was a faint feeling of admiration, which arose spontaneously from the bottom of my heart.
Upon seeing this, Qin Yan understood that he, a close advisor, had been bribed by Xu Heng with just a few words. He sighed helplessly, and then he had no choice but to step forward himself.
But when his gaze fell upon Xu Heng's loyal and righteous face, he suddenly felt how hypocritical he was. He sighed deeply and said, "Fine... but... I have one condition."
Seeing that Qin Yan's tone had softened and he had relented, Xu Heng breathed a sigh of relief. He wasn't curious about the conditions Qin Yan was about to propose.
Because he had already guessed it.
Then, as expected, Xu Heng immediately spoke up, "I want Feng Qizi to apologize."
It was a resounding statement.
Everyone here understands the reason behind this.
It's nothing more than a personal grudge.
However, for Qin Yan, it was an insurmountable obstacle.
It's all because Qin Yan has a grudge against the Dragon Clan Chief. Although it happened before they came of age, Qin Yan still remembers it now, casting a long shadow over his life.
Xu Heng could have used the greater good of the nation to pressure Qin Yan, but that would have been nothing more than moral blackmail, putting him in a difficult position.
However, when he saw Qin Yan's expression, he sighed, which was unusual for him, and said, "Alright, I'll go and discuss it with the envoy."
After saying that, he hurriedly walked out.
Not long after, Xu Heng strode in again. The cabinet where important matters were discussed was some distance from the gatehouse where the envoy was staying. For an elderly man in his eighties, this was undoubtedly a high-intensity exercise.
Therefore, when he entered, he was panting heavily. All eyes in the cabinet were on him, and no one urged him to hurry up.
After his breathing had evened out, Xu Heng raised his head, looked around at everyone, and slowly said, "The envoy has gone back to report. He said that this matter is too important and the clan leader must give his approval."
Upon hearing this, everyone said it was exactly what they expected.
After all, this concerns the clan leader, and only the clan leader's personal approval is acceptable. Even agreeing on behalf of the clan leader is considered a transgression.
"As long as he apologizes to me, I'm not a petty person, and I will definitely provide him with assistance."
Qin Yan immediately slapped his hand and made a bold statement.
Upon hearing this, everyone stood up, cupped their hands, and said, "Your Majesty is wise; we admire you."
Qin Yan was very pleased with such flattery, so much so that a happy smile appeared on his lips.
However, a servant soon rushed in. Qin Yan assumed it was a report and immediately looked over.
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