Although the Japanese people's daily actions, such as their cunning behavior in some diplomatic matters and their somewhat aggressive probing of neighboring small countries, are not necessarily a good thing.
It is indeed difficult to feel good about them, but to completely wipe their entire clan from the world because of this would be a punishment that is far too unbalanced with their transgression.
In their belief, Heaven cherishes life, and the existence and development of a country or a people, even with its many flaws, is acceptable.
They should be given a chance to repent and correct their mistakes, rather than being driven to the brink of extermination.
However, their gazes secretly fell upon the emperor, who sat regally on the dragon throne, his expression calm and serene, showing no sign of opposition or displeasure.
That imposing face was like an insurmountable barrier, instantly extinguishing the dissent that had been stirring in the hearts of these officials, like flowers struck by frost.
He could only swallow back the words that were on the tip of his tongue, along with his true thoughts.
However, their feelings towards Princess Qingyun had subtly shifted, and an indescribable dissatisfaction and aversion began to grow and spread in their hearts like a shadow.
In their judgment, Princess Qingyun's proposal was nothing short of cruel and inhumane.
They then realized that launching a military campaign against Japan would undoubtedly be a costly and risky undertaking for Tianxuan.
Not to mention the heavy pressure that the massive amount of food and supplies required for war would put on the national treasury, the deployment and sacrifice of troops alone would be an incalculable loss.
Japan, on the other hand, is insignificant, with a pitifully small territory and relatively scarce resources.
Such a small country was not worth Tianxuan's great effort to attack with the full strength of the nation.
Officials who shared this view could only shake their heads helplessly at this moment.
After some deliberation, they decided that since they wouldn't be launching a war against Japan immediately, they still had time to plan ahead.
It would be better to wait until the court is truly discussing the crucial moment of sending troops, and then solemnly offer advice and remonstrance in the imperial court.
After all, since its founding, Tianxuan has been known as a land of etiquette, advocating benevolence and morality, and governing the country by winning people over with virtue.
Under the radiant glow of such cultural traditions and national image, how could they possibly commit such a cruel act that violates benevolence and righteousness?
Therefore, in their minds, Princess Qingyun's radical propositions must be due to her youthful arrogance and lack of sufficient political wisdom and life experience.
She's like a spoiled child, acting on impulse and recklessness without considering the consequences.
In their view, even if the Japanese envoy had indeed offended them, Tianxuan, as a great power, only needed to demonstrate its authority and tolerance and give them a severe punishment.
Measures such as reducing trade and ordering an apology would have been sufficient. Why escalate the conflict to such an irreversible level as the extinction of the race?
Qin Qianluo was completely unaware of what these people were thinking, but even if she knew perfectly well, she would certainly not bother to waste her energy making any explanation.
For her, some people still have a conscience and good intentions; after all, in essence, they can still be considered human beings.
But some people are fundamentally unworthy of being treated as human beings. Humanity is nowhere to be found in them. Why waste energy talking about humanity when dealing with such people?
001 thought of how Luo Bao's expression changed just now when it overheard the conversation between the two envoys. It could understand the languages of ethnic minorities, but it couldn't understand the languages of other countries.
Curious, she asked, "Luo Bao, what exactly did those two Japanese envoys say? Why did your face suddenly turn so pale?"
Qin Qianlu put down her teacup and said, "Those two were secretly discussing something, racking their brains to figure out how to persuade the Emperor."
They betrothed the princess to their so-called emperor, hoping to use Princess Tianxuan as a talisman for their Japanese nation, ensuring the safety of their small island.
Furthermore, their greedy and shameless gazes were also fixed on the dancers who had just been gracefully dancing in the hall.
Harboring ulterior motives, they wanted to implore the emperor to bestow those beautiful dancers upon them so they could have their way with them at will.
After hearing this, 001 was somewhat confused. "Wait, how dare they have such a big mouth?" she thought angrily. "How dare they even have such thoughts?"
Leaving aside the fact that the two princesses are still young and not yet of marriageable age, just consider the crude, uncivilized, and not fully civilized appearance of the Japanese.
Standing next to the two princesses, they were worlds apart. Where did they get the audacity to say such things?
Qin Qianluo pouted. "Isn't that how they always are? They think they're so great, but they're actually nothing special."
001 strongly agreed, then thought of something and asked, "Luo Bao, what are you planning to do next?"
Japan and Tianxuan are separated by a vast ocean, which is not something that can be easily fought.
How can you persuade the Emperor to send troops to attack Japan? Besides, the ministers at court all have complex intentions and may not all agree with your idea.
Qin Qianluo was also thinking about this matter, and after thinking for a while, she said, "I haven't come up with a comprehensive and perfect response strategy yet."
Judging from the current situation, it is indeed not appropriate to propose attacking Japan rashly, and now is not a time of extreme urgency or time when we should be waiting.
Tianxuan has just gone through a fierce war, and both the soldiers and the people need time to recuperate and rebuild their strength.
If we continue to wage war without stopping, the supply of food and provisions will inevitably face a severe shortage crisis.
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