Chapter 2643: External War and Internal Turmoil

"Panlong's repeated statements were deliberately made for Wang Ting of Lingxu and the various vassal demon states to hear, letting them know that Panlong has no intention of war at all, and that it is Lingxu Shengzun and Tiangong who, for their own selfish reasons, have brought suffering upon all living beings." He Lingchuan said slowly, "In this way, when Between Between Between Beijia's prolonged attack on Panlong fails and they suffer heavy casualties, they will reflect on whether this war has any meaning, when it can be stopped, and whether it is worth it for a single divine artifact of the heavens, causing Between Between Between Beijia's elite troops and capable generals to continuously come to their deaths."

If Between Between Between Beijia's attack on Panlong is too smooth and too easy, the domestic ministers and generals would have no reason to reflect, for bullying others always brings only pleasure. Only when they gnaw at a hard bone and break their teeth, only when they kick a hard stone and injure their feet, will they begin to reflect on whether this war should be fought, whether it is worth it?

Great power politics has always been multidimensional and multi-layered. Psychological warfare is also a very important aspect.

"Furthermore, the target of Panlong's statement is the high-ranking officials of Lingxu Wang Ting and the various vassal demon states, not the common people." He Lingchuan truly understands Between Between Between Beijia, "Between Between Between Beijia's populace has a large number of fanatics who blindly worship the heavenly gods in confusion. Not to mention that Lingxu Shengzun lost a supreme treasure—even if it were just a chamber pot, they would willingly sacrifice their lives to retrieve it for Him."

Wen Dalun looked at him and said, "I always have the feeling that you not only went to Between Between Between Beijia, but also have an extremely deep understanding of that country."

What use is it just to have gone there?

Foreigners who have been to Between Between Between Beijia are often deceived by its appearance, subdued by its strength, and civilized by its culture.

How many can see through its essence?

In response to Wen Dalun's flattery, He Lingchuan accepted it with a smile, then said, "The king's hidden move should already be showing its power."

"Not bad. Over the past year or so, more and more officials of Wang Ting and the vassal demon states have submitted memorials advising to cease the attack on Panlong."

He Lingchuan nodded slightly: "They are not the mainstream opinion, are they?"

"No, after all, Lingxu Shengzun is the supreme ruler of Between Between Between Beijia, and His word is law. The courtiers attached to the heavenly gods are the most numerous. But the opposing voices are also growing louder, and I see that the demon emperor is intentionally tolerating them, wanting to exert pressure on Tiangong; not long ago, the State Preceptor of Qiu Gong Guo, Tan Bangyan, who had some minor objections to the western expedition, was attacked by many ministers under Tiangong, and he is also a strong supporter of the demon emperor."

"Not putting forth full force at the beginning of the war to crush Panlong is Between Between Between Beijia's mistake, or perhaps it is due to insufficient strength." After all, Panlong is no longer the weak and impoverished state of over a decade ago, He Lingchuan still full of confidence, "As long as we win a few more battles, the pressure on Lingxu City and Tiangong will only grow greater."

Though the enemy appears immensely strong and invincible, if one calmly analyzes it carefully, there are still many internal weaknesses and irreconcilable contradictions. Panlong's current problem lies in whether it can properly utilize these contradictions to create vitality for itself.

Lions and tigers know where the elephant's weakness lies, but knowing is useless, for they cannot make use of it.

What is currently displayed on the sand table is the full picture of the three battlefronts of the Pan-Bei War, and it also involves parts of the territories of both countries.

He Lingchuan then pointed at Between Between Between Beijia and said: "As for the various vassal demon states, what exactly are their attitudes toward this war?"

"Besides those few who submitted memorials, the others are all sending troops in support, differing only in timing. Compared to Wang Ting of Lingxu, the vassal demon states have less room to maneuver in their game with the heavenly gods."

He Lingchuan continued to ask: "Which ones are early, which are late, and what are the reasons?"

Wen Dalun listed them one by one, and then emphasized a piece of intelligence:

"By the way, among the twelve vassal demon states, Xuoluo Guo, which ranks relatively high, has just erupted in internal turmoil."

"At this critical juncture?" "Is it related to the Pan-Bei War?"

"The Xuoluo King was already seriously ill; it is said that he specially designated the Crown Prince as successor and left him an entire legion of giant apes."

He Lingchuan raised his eyebrows: "Wait, the giant ape legion that appeared not long ago at Shanda Port?"

"Didn't the Xuoluo King leave them to the Crown Prince? How did they come to the Panlong front?"

"Yes, their combat strength is formidable." Wen Dalun continued, "The second prince of Xuoluo Guo is powerful and ambitious, and his troops are also more effective in battle. The old vassal demon king personally organized the giant ape legion and left it to the Crown Prince to intimidate the second son. Coincidentally, at this very moment, the order from Lingxu Shengzun also arrived, mobilizing the giant ape legion to attack us."

"The Xuoluo King originally did not agree, but perhaps the environment of the Panlong wilderness southern line is too suitable for giant ape warfare, and the demons still insisted on sending them forward. The Xuoluo King pleaded with the demon emperor for mercy, but this time Lingxu Shengzun sold no one's face, acting unilaterally. After three orders were issued, the giant ape legion also took ships to the front. The result was that five days ago, the Xuoluo King suddenly died, and the second prince immediately raised troops."

With the foundation of several years of expansion, Panlong Guo's external intelligence channels are now also very smooth, and major events that occurred in Between Between Between Beijia three to five days ago can also be rapidly transmitted to Panlong.

"Is the death of the Xuoluo King related to the second prince?"

"The powerful iron-core troops under his father were taken away by Lingxu Shengzun, and the entire Between Between Between Beijia's attention has again been placed on the external war. For the second prince of Xuoluo Guo, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity."

If it were He Lingchuan in his position, he would certainly not miss this opportunity.

"Then it's unclear, but in any case, Xuoluo Guo is now in utter chaos, the Crown Prince and the second prince have not yet decided the outcome, uh, probably not that quickly." Wen Dalun also has a fairly good understanding of Between Between Between Beijia's system, "According to Between Between Between Beijia's old precedent, Lingxu Wang Ting rarely interferes in the internal affairs of the vassal demon states, usually waiting until they decide the victor, before Tiangong bestows a crown upon the winner, to acknowledge their rule over that state."

"Not yet crowned, uh." He Lingchuan tapped his fingers twice on the table, "Between Between Between Beijia's internal pressure is great; it would be a pity not to make good use of it."

Wen Dalun gave a bitter smile: "How could we not know? But we truly cannot find a breakthrough. Although Between Between Between Beijia's internal resentment is widespread, Lingxu Shengzun still keeps it firmly under control. So many vassal demon states have obediently sent troops, and not one dares to resist Him."

"Yes, Lingxu Shengzun still rules Between Between Between Beijia." He Lingchuan's eyes flickered, "Putting it deeply, this rule is achieved through controlling each vassal demon state and holding the demon emperor's Wang Ting hostage. Therefore, to shake Lingxu Shengzun's position, we probably need to start from this relationship."

Wen Dalun puzzled: "How can this be done?"

"Not easy." He Lingchuan thought in his heart, but it can be tried!

"Let me ask you about one person." He thought for a moment and then said, "Do you know the recent situation of the Lingxu General Fushanlie?"

……

The next morning, Hu Min led the Hu Ying Military Corps secretly on departure.

All the soldiers thought this was a support mission, but after leaving the borders of Panlong City and entering the wilderness, He Lingchuan walked up to them and revealed his true face.

The War God of Panlong has returned!

The people first could not believe their eyes, but then on this wilderness wasteland, suddenly cheers like thunder erupted.

(End of Chapter)