Chapter 893: Baifeng Takes Action

As for the others, even if they didn't state their positions on the spot, they had to consider how to arrange for their children later on; those with high intelligence would become officials, and those with strong bodies would become soldiers. In any case, they had to send their descendants into the Huaxia management layer.

But now Huaxia is about to start a war, and there might be deaths in the future, so how can they guarantee the safety of their children? However, there is no regret medicine now.

What Baifeng wanted to tell them was actually just this little matter; the words were few and the matter was simple, but the implications were not small, and it truly gave everyone a good shock.

As soon as the meeting ended, everyone began to consider issues related to the war, especially the Ministry of Works, which decided to put aside other matters on hand for now and produce more weapons, especially weapons like the Crossbow, which can play a big role on the battlefield.

Changle also found Baifeng immediately after the meeting and expressed his determination: "Father, let me represent our Huaxia on this mission to the Xuanyuan Tribe. Let me negotiate the details of this war with Xuanyuan, how about it?"

Baifeng patted his shoulder: "No, I must go personally this time. The matter is too significant and relates to the future development of our Huaxia. Besides, it certainly goes beyond what is on the surface. The Suiren Clan is still there, and I don't know what attitude the Xuanyuan Tribe has toward the Suiren Clan. I must go there myself to find out."

Changle was surprised: "Father, could the Xuanyuan Tribe also unite with the Suiren Clan? I feel that such a situation shouldn't happen. Regardless of the relationship between the two tribes or the current strength of the Suiren Clan, Xuanyuan should have no reason to do so."

"The possibility of them uniting shouldn't be high, but if we don't go to war with Xuanyuan, he might worry about whether we will unite with the Suiren Clan. After all, our trade with the Suiren Clan is quite close."

"Moreover, if the Shennong Clan can really be conquered, the strength of both our tribe and the Xuanyuan Tribe should increase greatly. But the strength of the Xuanyuan Tribe will certainly increase much, much more than ours. As for the extent to which they can develop, it is unpredictable."

"If the Xuanyuan Tribe completely inherits the property of the Shennong Clan while we only get a small portion, do you think that with the already powerful Xuanyuan Tribe combined with the largest Shennong Clan, such a large tribe—would our Huaxia have any chance of winning against them?"

Changle was silent, but the answer was also very clear.

Baifeng continued: "No matter how powerful our weapons are, when facing such a tribe, if they are truly determined to attack us, we really have no way out and will be worn down by them."

"If it were the Suiren Clan facing the Xuanyuan Tribe, they probably wouldn't even have the ability to resist. Right now, among our three tribes, our strength and the Xuanyuan Tribe's are similar, while the Suiren Clan is a bit smaller, barely forming a situation of three powers standing together, checking and balancing each other."

"But as long as one side suddenly becomes too strong, the remaining two tribes will face a great threat, unless the two of them unite."

"I suspect that this time, Xuanyuan will also discuss with me how to deal with the Suiren Clan."

Changle was startled, but also put forward his own speculation: "Dealing with the Suiren Clan? Neither we nor the Xuanyuan Tribe fears the Suiren Clan. I think Xuanyuan is afraid that we won't participate in the war and will instead unite with the Suiren Clan to attack them. After all, since they are attacking the Shennong Clan, it means they still have an enemy as powerful as the Shennong Clan."

"If we really did that, the Xuanyuan Tribe would instead become the first tribe to disappear."

"As for our two tribes uniting to attack the Suiren Clan, that shouldn't be possible, right? We still need to keep them around to check and balance each other."

"Heh, who knows. But, given the current situation in the world, a tribe like the Suiren Clan won't exist for much longer. It just depends on whether they choose to be integrated peacefully or be integrated after the war."

"Our goal now is to reap benefits as much as possible during the war and develop rapidly, to the point where others dare not attack us. Time is running out, and every step now is crucial."

Changle also immediately became serious: "Father, then what should I do, what do I need to do? Now I should also do something beneficial for our country."

Baifeng laughed: "Child, what you are doing now is of great help to us. Just do what you can and what you are good at. Those good things you found for us, which one of them hasn't been strengthening our Huaxia?"

"Society must have a division of labor. Even in wartime, those who should fight will fight, and those who ensure logistics will ensure them, but the country must still function. Now is not the moment of national survival; we must ensure that nothing is delayed."

"Your communication with the Xuanyuan Tribe cannot be broken. Moreover, if you want Xuanyuan to be able to ally with us with peace of mind and trust us, you are also an essential link."

Changle understood what Baifeng meant: "I am a guarantee placed at the Xuanyuan Tribe, right?"

Baifeng did not hide it: "Yes, that's it. However, as long as I don't act recklessly, they won't do anything to you. You are my son; as long as they harm you, I am fully capable of mobilizing the power of the whole country to attack them."

"You are a more guaranteed promise, more important than that piece of paper. Changle, will you blame me?"

Changle shook his head quickly: "I won't, Father. Besides, going to the Xuanyuan Tribe was my own request. I cannot go just because the Xuanyuan Tribe was safe before and not go now because it is unsafe. My work is not finished yet, and I caused such a big disaster before."

"I said I want to contribute to Huaxia and cannot do nothing, so I will definitely stay in the Xuanyuan Tribe and do my work well; I will absolutely not run away."

Baifeng was very gratified: "Good son, then go back and pack up now. We will set off as soon as possible and go to the Xuanyuan Tribe together."

Changle left immediately and went to pack his things.

At the same time, Changle also began to make arrangements for the Slaves going to the Liuhuangdi to mine; they had to set off early and could not delay any longer. This time they would set off together with Baifeng and the others. Once Baifeng reached the Xuanyuan Tribe, they would continue to walk downstream and go directly to the Liuhuangdi.

Because it was also Baifeng's first time going to the Xuanyuan Tribe, unlike Xuanyuan who had been to Huaxia many times, Baifeng decided to pay attention to etiquette.

Preparing a few pieces of Porcelain for Xuanyuan and the others would be enough. Once the meeting gift was given, it would be easier to talk during the negotiations. Once the items were accepted, Xuanyuan would have to make more concessions when discussing the bargaining chips.

However, he still had to settle his work before leaving. He would be gone for dozens of days, and Huaxia could not be left without anyone in charge. Yu was showing off his skills in Lema City, so it was not appropriate to transfer him over.

Sanxin's ability was insufficient, and the Shaman had already passed away. Baifeng looked around and felt that he had to push the work onto his good eldest son to handle. The affairs of the Ministry of Revenue would be delegated, and he would act as regent on his behalf. Anyway, it was not the first time, and there was experience. Baifeng also understood Yulong's ability; all matters could be solved, and if there was trouble, it would not be too late to handle it when he returned.