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Chapter 251 Preparation for Negotiation
Chapter 251 Preparation for Negotiation
"But Your Majesty cannot do this. As the Emperor of the Sun and Moon Empire, Your Majesty needs to exercise restraint in all matters, otherwise I will be criticized by the ministers. Moreover, the situation is still unclear, and this is not the first time that the three great empires have attempted to assassinate Your Majesty and me. Therefore, I hope Your Majesty will keep a low profile for the time being, lest..."
As she spoke, Luo Yu glanced outside the hall. Her meaning was clear: with the three great empires and Shrek Academy outside, and the Holy Spirit Cult inside, Luo Yu didn't want her to be too conspicuous in the current situation. After all, Shrek Academy had planned to ambush her and trap her in a sack last time.
If Shrek were to pull another surprise attack now, the negotiations would likely become even worse.
It's best to be cautious these days to avoid any unforeseen problems that might be difficult to resolve.
"Alright, as you say. However, regarding the negotiations with the three great empires, I hope you can represent the Sun Moon Empire in the negotiations." Xu Tianran was not worried about Luo Yu at all; he no longer had any reservations about Luo Yu.
From the moment Ju Zi dropped out of the Sun Moon Royal Soul Guidance Academy, Luo Yu indirectly joined his ranks through Ju Zi's introduction. Later, with numerous collaborations and the meeting that completely put the old emperor at ease, Luo Yu could be considered his indispensable right-hand man.
Xu Tianran had lamented countless times that if any of the other princes had won over Luo Yu, his chances of ascending the throne would be extremely slim...
Unfortunately, it was Xu Tianran who received Luo Yu's support!
"I hope Your Majesty is mentally prepared for this. After all, if I were to take over the negotiations, I think we might have some brief friction with the three great empires. So Your Majesty, please be prepared for war to break out in a short time."
Luo Yu's idea was actually very simple: coercion was the best way to negotiate!
The three great empires of today are like lambs to the slaughter; the only concern is that the sheep might break through the fence.
"No, it's perfect to leave it to you. I wouldn't feel comfortable leaving it to someone else. The people of the three great empires wouldn't dare to act rashly because you were in charge of the plan against them last time. With your participation, I think the three great empires will be very obedient in this negotiation." Xu Tianran looked at Luo Yu, his eyes full of approval.
"But……"
Luo Yu's words were immediately interrupted by Xu Tianran, who continued, "There are no more 'buts'. I will give the order when the time comes, and all your actions will represent my will. Go with peace of mind. I believe in you, Luo Yu!"
Seeing Xu Tianran's persistent expression, Luo Yu smiled inwardly. It seemed that the strategy of feigning indifference to lure someone into a trap was always very effective.
Back at Mingde Hall, Luo Yu gathered all the original team members together, except for Xiao Hongchen and Meng Hongchen.
In a meeting room in Mingde Hall, seven people sat in a circle, quietly waiting for Luo Yu to speak.
"Now that His Highness the Crown Prince has officially ascended the throne, although I am not clear about the attitude of your families, I can tell you that all obstacles in the future will be cleared away by His Highness the Crown Prince. So, while His Highness the Crown Prince is not yet fully settled, your families should express their stance as soon as possible, after all, this concerns the future of your families."
The new generation of team members led by Luo Yu are all extremely talented. In a few years, these people will become the backbone of the Sun Moon Empire. Therefore, Luo Yu really does not want their families to be affected when Xu Tianran launches the purge.
"My family has no problem with this, because we belong to Mingde Hall and have no dealings with the imperial court." Lu Jiuyu nodded.
"I have no problem either. Since the last competition, my family has decided to fully support Your Highness. We have to thank the captain for that." Rachel chuckled and looked at Luo Yu.
Yan Lingshu's expression was somewhat grim. "I'm afraid I won't be able to persuade my family, after all..."
Yan Lingshu briefly explained her family's situation. Before Xu Tianran ascended the throne, Yan Lingshu's family had always supported another prince. Even after that prince completely failed, Xu Tianran still disliked her family.
"Leave this to me. Just pass on a message: I will personally go to your family in two days to have a detailed discussion with you. If your family still disagrees, then you'd better stay at Mingde Hall with your family. His Majesty will still give face to the Hall Master." Luo Yu knew that among these people, there were bound to be some who were Xu Tianran's enemies.
Fortunately, Jing Peng and Yan Lingshu were the most troublesome, and the other families were not much of a problem. After resolving these matters simply, Luo Yu decided to report on the new situation.
"How much do you know about the upcoming negotiations between the three great empires?" Luo Yu asked, his gaze sweeping over the crowd.
"So far, they are still demanding negotiations. According to the latest information my family has received, Captain, you are still unconscious. If we hadn't been able to obtain His Majesty's permission to see you, we probably wouldn't have known that you had awakened." Lu Jiuyu was clearly not very familiar with the negotiations either.
"Captain, you're not thinking of taking over the negotiations, are you?" Rachel looked at Luo Yu incredulously.
Luo Yu nodded and said, "You guessed right, but not entirely. His Majesty has put me in charge of the negotiations. Originally, I planned to go alone, but His Majesty has given me a lot of power in this regard, so I plan to let you all go and broaden your horizons. After all, you will eventually join the military or the court."
"So, now the captain wants to help us solve our family problems so that we can have a legitimate reason to serve His Majesty?" Jing Peng may be dull-witted, but he's not stupid.
The current situation is that Luo Yu is saving them and paving the way for their future!
"Smart, but we need to settle your affairs first before we set off. As for His Majesty, I will personally explain things to you. So, I hope your families won't make things too difficult for me. I am your captain, always have been, understand?"
Luo Yu looked at Yan Lingshu and sighed. Of the six people, Yan Lingshu's family situation was the most complicated.
Sheng Hongyun asked, "So, where has the negotiation been set?"
"Maple Leaf City?" Lu Jiuyu's eyes darted around as he looked at Luo Yu with a puzzled expression.
"It's really putting you in a difficult position to be a support-type Soul Master. The reason I chose Maple Leaf City is because the last exchange was also held there, wasn't it?" Luo Yu looked at the map and revealed a meaningful smile.
"So, Captain, are you still planning to restart the exchange and learning program?" Rachel looked at the map, and couldn't help but think of the plan from a few years ago.
"The plan from a few years ago didn't quite work out. This tournament has been too unpredictable, but Shrek Academy's spirit system is still very good. So what we need is all the information on the spirit system. As for the spirit guides, without sufficient accumulation, they won't be able to obtain the core in a short time. Besides, we now have the initiative in our hands, and I don't mind killing their elites right in front of them."
Luo Yu's plan was straightforward: the three great empires had little blood left to drain besides resources, but Shrek Academy's martial soul system had a lot of blood left to drain.
If the three great empires were obedient enough, they could even coerce Shrek Academy into opening its inner courtyard and allowing students from the Sun Moon Empire to participate.
However, the three great empires would not do something like cutting off their own arm, so they needed to reach some alternative agreement.
The Sun and Moon Empire wasn't worried at all about them breaking the agreement, because they had hostages, and these hostages were important figures from the three great empires.
"As expected of the captain, he's as ruthless as ever," Rachel couldn't help but remark.
boom!
A fist landed squarely on Rachel's head without hesitation, causing him to clutch his head and run away with a cry of pain.
"Why did you hit me?" Rachel covered her head and angrily questioned the person who hit her.
Yan Lingshu said calmly, "Shut your mouth, or we won't hesitate to continue beating you."
Rachel: "…………"
"Alright, alright, stop fooling around. Your family backgrounds can't compare to Jing Hongchen's and Xiao Hongchen's. Enough with the nonsense, we'll meet at the palace in ten days."
The meeting ended quickly. As long as these guys' problems can be solved, the Sun Moon Empire won't be able to cause any major trouble when the time comes.
The plan hasn't reached its final step yet, so there's no need for a final step in the plan.
As for the final step of the plan...
…………
"Is this all you've prepared? Why are these guys still here?" Xu Tianran looked at everyone calmly.
Luo Yu said, "If Your Majesty trusts me, I believe they will give Your Majesty a satisfactory answer."
"Really? I'll wait and see." Xu Tianran nodded and continued, "Will the Sun and Moon War God be taken along?"
"No need, just let the Imperial Advisor lead us there. Don't worry about the rest. With the Imperial Advisor and Elder Long here, everything will be fine." Luo Yu knew that the two strongest people were those two right now.
"Elder Long won't go. Let the Imperial Advisor take you. If you're still worried, bring the Sun and Moon War God with you." With that, Xu Tianran tossed a palm-sized starlight sapphire to Luo Yu.
Luo Yu respectfully accepted the sapphire and said, "Thank you, Your Majesty. I will know what to do if there is any emergency. Even if I, Luo Yu, die, I will not fall into the hands of the three great empires and cause Your Majesty any trouble."
"If any unforeseen circumstances arise, I will send all the elites of the three great empires to force them to compromise, so you can go with peace of mind!"
Looking at Luo Yu, Xu Tianran felt very relieved. He could leave the domestic affairs to Xu Tianran.
Under the guidance of the Imperial Advisor, the group soon disappeared from Xu Tianran's sight.
Happy April Fools' Day
(End of this chapter)