Special War God

Chapter 202 Wei Palace

Then, he turned to Wu Longhai and bowed, saying, "Your Majesty, Maitreya City has evil intentions towards our Wu Kingdom. Liu Dabazi is a rare talent. Your Majesty appointed him as the ruler of Xiuzhou because of his fearlessness and loyalty, and his ability to help your Majesty solve problems. Now Maitreya City wants to harm Liuzhou Mu by using a self-torture trick. Your Majesty must not fall into their trap and make a choice that will make your loved ones sad and your enemies happy."

After hearing this, two more ministers stood up and also condemned Arroyo and expressed support for Liu Dabazi.

Witnessing the indignation of the Wu Kingdom's courtiers, Arroyo simply looked around coldly, then waved his sleeves and said, "Since your court is so protective of Liu Dabazi, I will not say anything more and will take my leave. I will bring your decision back and inform the two 'ancient Buddhas' of Maitreya City. The truth will be revealed on the battlefield!"

He turned to leave, Wu Longhai signaled to Qu Tongtian, who immediately stepped forward and grabbed Arroyo's sleeve: "The envoy does not need to be anxious. This matter is of great importance, how can we make a decision easily? Let us discuss and then convey the final reply to the envoy, and then ask the envoy to bring back our official response to Maitreya City."

Arroyo responded: "Okay, I'll give you three days. If you still don't have an answer after three days, I can only think that you are protecting Liu Dabazi. Then only the iron cavalry of Mile City will go to take Liu Dabazi's head!"

After saying this, he went to the pavilion to rest under the guidance of the guards.

After Arroyo left, some people began to attack Liu Dabazi. They did not dare to expose their internal disputes in front of outsiders, and just now they tried their best to defend Liu Dabazi and show an image of unity.

Wu Longhai looked at the quarrel among the court officials and said impatiently: "Qu Tongtian, Tu Shiyun, Xie Shuyi, and Zou Wenwu stay, and the rest of you leave!"

The court officials withdrew as ordered. Wu Longhai continued: "This is no longer just a matter for our Wu Kingdom. I need to understand the opinions of the kings of Mang Kingdom, Khanate, Wei Kingdom, and Barbarian Kingdom. The four of you should go to each country immediately to meet with the king and win their support. This matter is urgent, go and come back quickly."

Wu Longhai was certainly unwilling to sacrifice Liu Dabazi for the so-called "peace", but he knew very well that he and the Wu Kingdom alone were unable to fight against Maitreya City. He must communicate with the other four countries, and only when the five countries joined forces could they suppress Maitreya City.

Qu Tongtian and others understood Wu Longhai's intention, and after a brief preparation, they set out for the four countries with all their strength.

In Lanxiu City, Xia Zhongnan did not join the discussion in the City Lord's Mansion, but walked alone on the city wall, thinking quietly, and Tu Shanfang'er followed quietly behind him.

The reaction of Mile City was beyond his expectation, and he needed to rethink his countermeasures. He was ready to confront Mile City head-on, but he did not expect that they would directly put pressure on the Wu Kingdom court and bypass Xiuzhou...

In the palace of Wu State, Xia Zhongnan was faced with a mysterious realm. He could not reach any power to influence the decision of the court. After thinking for a long time, he was still at a loss.

At this moment, a figure galloped over. It was Mao Zizhuang. He called out from a distance: "Xiao Fei, it's urgent. Come to the City Lord's Mansion as soon as possible!"

Xia Zhongnan came forward upon hearing the voice and asked, "City Lord Mao, why are you in such a hurry?"

Mao Zizhuang dragged him straight to the City Lord's Mansion, saying as they walked: "Two distinguished guests have come to the City Lord's Mansion, they are Xiang Tianyu, the governor of Xiangzhou, and Xu Shouting, the governor of Xuzhou. As soon as Xiang entered the city, he asked about you, saying that he had something important to discuss with you. It happened that Xu also came here, and the brothers have invited the two distinguished governors to the mansion. I know you are still on the city wall, so I came here immediately to invite you to go with me."

Xia Zhongnan's eyes lit up and he responded, "Their arrival is just in time. I was just planning to discuss something important with them!"

Qu Tongtian was assigned to go to the State of Wei. He flew without stopping, regardless of the consumption of his energy, and finally arrived at the capital of Wei after a day and a night.

Huangfu Talang summoned Qu Tongtian in front of all the civil and military officials in the Jinluan Palace. Qu Tongtian had been in the court for a long time, and he had dressed up while waiting. He looked calm and composed after losing the fatigue of the journey.

Entering the hall, he bowed and said, "Prime Minister Wu pays respect to the King of Wei!"

Huangfu Talang asked: "Qu Tongtian, you suddenly visited Weidu, what important matter is there?"

Qu Tongtian replied, "Lord Wei, I am here on the orders of our Lord to discuss the matter of the five nations of Wu, Wei, Han, Mang, and Man forming an alliance again to fight against the city of Maitreya."

Huangfu Talang asked: "I see. The last Five Nations Alliance was only a short time old. Why did Lord Wu propose a new alliance?"

Qu Tongtian said: "In the last alliance, the five countries worked together to divide up the Bai Kingdom. Although it was not perfect, everyone gained something and it came to an end. However, the hidden dangers left by Maitreya City always exist. Now, only a few months have passed, and Maitreya City has built a hundred Maitreya Temples on the new territory of our five countries, just like a hundred nails nailed into our land. If these nails are not removed and allowed to spread, the five countries will suffer greatly. Wu State has already eradicated the Maitreya Temples in ten cities within its territory. This is only an action aimed at the interior of Wu State and did not touch Maitreya City. Unexpectedly, Maitreya City reacted violently and assembled a large army to retaliate. Now it has stationed outside Lanxiu City with the intention of attacking Lanxiu City. At the beginning, the rulers of the five countries and Maitreya City signed a truce agreement and both sides stopped fighting. Now Maitreya City has openly sent troops and torn up the agreement. Therefore, our country advocates that the five countries form an alliance again to attack Maitreya City together, or at least suppress its arrogance."

Huangfu Talang said: "Oh? Is that so? I have another guest here, and his story is different from yours."

Qu Tongtian asked: "Lord Wei, who are you talking about? Who else is present?"

Huangfu Talang said: "Announce Feidituo to enter the palace!"

After a while, a venerable man dressed in Western religious attire walked into the hall...

He stepped into the mysterious hall, stood beside Qu Tongtian, bowed to Huangfu Talang, and whispered: "Demon Lord Fei Di Tuo, I pay my respects to the Lord of Wei."

Qu Tongtian felt a chill rising from the bottom of his heart, and Huangfu Talang slowly spoke: "Feidituo, this man is the Prime Minister of Wu State, Qu Tongtian. He accused your Luohan City of betraying the peace treaty and invading Wu Land. Is this true?"

Feididuo turned his gaze to Qu Tongtian and asked, "Prime Minister Qu, you said that my Luohan City sent troops to Wutu, where is the war burning?"

Qu Tongtian retorted: "Although the war has not started, the army of Luohan City has gathered in the suburbs of Jinxiu City. The shadow of war is imminent. Isn't this an act of 'invasion'?"

Fei Di Tuo shook his head: "No, the war has not started yet, and the covenant still exists. But Liu Dabazi, the governor of Xiuzhou, Wu State, destroyed ten of my Buddhist temples, slaughtered eleven of my Luohan Sect's 'Luohan Venerables' and 432 followers. If I don't punish this lunatic, how can I face thousands of Luohan believers?

The troops came to Jinxiu only to force Wu to take Liu Dabazi's head to pay tribute to the heroic soul of our sect who died under the butcher's knife. Once the head is obtained, Luohan City will withdraw its troops. "

Qu Tongtian shouted angrily: "This is ridiculous! I, Xiuzhou Governor, am only trying to eliminate the evil cultivators who are endangering the warriors in Xiuzhou, but you are confusing right and wrong and framing me!"

Fatito responded: "The truth is in the heart of man..."

The two of them were arguing for a while, and Huangfu Talang waved his hand unhappily to stop them: "Each of you has your reasons, and arguing is useless. So, the two of you should step aside for now, as we still need to discuss state affairs. How about we talk in detail when we reach a conclusion?"

The guards immediately stepped forward to lead the two men away. Qu Tongtian had no choice but to leave first and wait for the decision of the King of Wei and his court officials.

After the two of them left, Huangfu Talang spoke up: "You all know the situation, what's your plan to deal with it?"

Duan Weiheng, the prime minister of Wei, stepped out of the ranks and suggested, "Master, there is no need to be impatient about this matter. We might as well wait and see how things develop. When the situation becomes clear, we can see how our Wei State can benefit from it."

Huangfu Talang nodded and said, "Tell me your opinion."

Duan Weiheng analyzed: "My Lord, look, in the past, Wei and Wu, Mang, Han, and Man formed an alliance to divide the Bailing Empire. It was because Bai Wuxian fell and Bailing had no strongest guardian. The five countries were fully confident and did not damage their foundation. Now it is different. There are two "ancient Buddhas" hidden in Luohan City. Even if the five countries join forces, if Luohan fights desperately, it will be enough to shake the foundation of the five countries.

There are other neighboring countries around the Five Kingdoms, and if any of them suffers serious damage in the fight against Luohan City, they may repeat the mistakes of Bai Ling. We should not take such a risk.

The current dispute is between Wu State and Luohan. We might as well stay out of it and let the two fight. Perhaps we can reap the benefits."

After Duan Weiheng's wonderful explanation, the wise men in the court echoed and praised the wisdom of the old prime minister. The strategy he formulated for the State of Wei was like a divine revelation.

Huangfu Talang nodded slightly, revealing a satisfied smile, and then asked: "How should we respond to the two envoys from the other world?"

Duan Weiheng smiled leisurely and said, "No need to reply, just tell them that our monarch has not yet made a final decision. They should be the ones who are anxious, not us."

Qu Tongtian was like an elf trapped in a magic circle. He waited anxiously in Weidu for a day and a night, but he only got the news that the monarch of Wei was still considering. He could no longer bear it and set off to return to Wudu with regret.

Tu Shiyun, Xie Shuyi, and Zou Wenwu returned to Wudu almost at the same time as Qu Tongtian, with a difference of only one magic hour. They went straight into the palace and reported the mission to Wu Longhai.

Qu Tongtian, Xie Shuyi and Zou Wenwu all gained similar results from their trips to foreign countries, except that Tu Shiyun brought back exciting news: the Khanate monarch Qili made it clear that if Mile City dared to betray the peace agreement, he would support the coalition forces of the five countries to suppress Mile City again.

Wu Longhai let out a long sigh. Three of the five countries in the alliance had no response. How could this alliance be established?

This is the worst situation. The burden of fighting against Maitreya City falls solely on the shoulders of Wu State.

Inside the Lanxiu City Lord’s Mansion.

Xu Shouting's arrival attracted the attention of a group of old friends including Zhao Delin, Zuoqiu Juemin, Qi Laifu, Duan Ganbao, etc., who were once loyal guards under Xu Shouting.

Liu Dabazi even invited Xu Shouting to sit in the main seat. At this critical moment, Xu Shouting came in person, making Liu Dabazi grateful to this old boss.