Chapter 1708: Richard's Consideration

At this time, America.

French Colonial Zone.

After Wanshang exchanged views with Fang Dalong, Wanshang went to see Richard.

Richard received Wanshang in his office.

"Brother Wan, I have been waiting for you for a long time; I thought I wouldn't be able to wait for you," Richard laughed heartily.

"Respected Mr. Richard, please forgive me for having been away for so long," Wanshang said while bowing.

Regarding the Indian Uprising that occurred in France, Wanshang knew about it; he even knew that Richard had almost lost his life in this uprising, but since Richard did not mention it, he would absolutely not say a single extra word.

As a Longyan who had just returned, knowing too much information at this time.

Was likely to arouse the suspicion of others.

"Alright, alright, these are all small matters. How did the business this time go?" Richard cut to the chase.

Wanshang composed his expression and said, "I met with the City Lord of Longyan City, Mr. Qingyang Shuo."

"His meaning is very clear: Longyan City remains neutral and will not participate in the struggle between France and Britain."

Richard nodded, then looked at Wanshang and smiled, "Longyan City currently has military transactions with Britain. If they are not participating, then Longyan City should stop their transactions with Britain."

Wanshang said again, "Regarding this matter, Qingyang Shuo also gave me an answer, according to his words."

"Longyan City will not stop trading with Britain, but will also trade with France."

"They also guarantee that whatever Britain can obtain from Longyan City, France can also obtain from Longyan City, but such transaction information cannot be operated openly by Longyan City. He also said that you, Mr. Richard, would understand."

After listening, Richard laughed heartily.

"Eating from both sides, truly a good strategy."

"The Longyan City Lord is very impressive."

Wanshang echoed, "Indeed so."

Richard said indifferently, "Alright, Brother Wan, you have had a long and tiring journey these past few days; go down first."

Hearing these words, a trace of an imperceptible expression flashed in Wanshang's eyes; his expression stiffened, and he bowed to take his leave.

"Thank you, Mr. Richard, I shall take my leave now."

After Wanshang left, Richard paced back and forth in the room alone, looking at the map hanging on the wall from time to time.

Staring at the location where Longyan City was situated.

This position was simply too critical; if they could take this position, their France could advance to attack and retreat to defend.

It was a very important place for attacking the British colonies.

Furthermore, the technological level of Longyan City was something everyone had witnessed.

France's technological level was not as good as Longyan's, and not even as good as Britain's. Richard had heard that Britain and Longyan had jointly opened an Arsenal.

Specifically for producing and manufacturing weapons.

If they could occupy the factory that produced and manufactured Longyan military weapons, then their French weapon manufacturing level would rise by more than one level.

But if they were to go to war with Longyan City now, it would mean France would have to fight two major powers simultaneously.

The price they would need to pay for this would be extremely expensive.

Richard looked at the location of Longyan City on the map and pondered for a long time.

He thought and thought.

Finally, he picked up the red dart on the table and slammed it onto the map.

The position of the dart was exactly Longyan City!

……

After Wanshang left Richard's office, he did not linger any longer and left that place immediately.

Richard's attitude just now made Wanshang perceive a hint of something ominous.

He immediately took a Horse Carriage to the hospital where Fang Dalong was recuperating.

Fang Dalong was just about to change his dressing, but after seeing his doctor.

He was slightly stunned.

Fang Dalong quickly resumed his previous expression and said, "Doctor, when will my illness get better?"

Wanshang said, "It won't get better for the time being, and it might even get worse."

"In short, just recuperate here for a few days."

After saying this, Wanshang patted his shoulder and left in a hurry.

After hearing these words from Wanshang, Fang Dalong's heart skipped a beat.

The meaning of these words was that the current situation had changed, but it was changing for the worse.

Fang Dalong's eyes sank; Wanshang went to report the situation of Longyan City to Richard today.

It seems something unexpected had happened.

After thinking of this, Fang Dalong's heart sank.

He must notify Longyan City immediately. He looked at the traditional Chinese medicine practitioner walking over and said, "I need you to do me a favor."

……

And at this time, on the other side of America.

Longyan City.

The trap defense force arranged by Qin Zhangfeng had not been completed.

This kind of defensive arrangement was originally a matter that consumed an extreme amount of time.

And what Qin Zhangfeng was busy with now was not only the defense force arrangement of Longyan City, but also those Arsenals near Longyan City.

Those were the foundation of Longyan City's existence in America.

As the City Lord of Longyan City, Qingyang Shuo was not idle either.

Qin Zhangfeng was responsible for military matters.

Qingyang Shuo was responsible for the economy and logistics.

War is a war of attrition; if the forces are evenly matched, it depends on who has more money.

However, if Longyan City were to be besieged, having more money would be of no use; what they would need is food.

Qingyang Shuo frantically stockpiled grain in Longyan City, building many, many granaries.

Not only that, Qingyang Shuo also ordered people to reclaim wasteland in the areas surrounding Longyan City, specifically for growing grain and vegetables.

At this moment, Longyan City had been divided by Qingyang Shuo into several zones.

Grain and vegetable cultivation was one zone, and livestock farming was another.

These were originally industries that should have been outside the city.

But now, they had all been moved inside the city by Qingyang Shuo.

Usually, these things do not seem like precious items, but if Longyan City were ever besieged, these things would be the most basic guarantee.

Qingyang Shuo had to ensure that no chaos would arise within Longyan City.

Longyan City had few troops, and there were no supporting forces in the surrounding areas, so it could only rely on defending the city to wear the enemy down.

Therefore, Qingyang Shuo had prepared for a Protracted War.

At the same time, Qingyang Shuo also notified Yun City to be prepared.

If the defense of Longyan City failed, then they would have no choice but to retreat to Yun City.

As long as they waited for the Panama Canal to be completed, then no matter how chaotic the war situation in North America became, Longyan would have the opportunity to fight its way back to Longyan City.

Longyan City could be lost for now, but Yun City absolutely must not be lost.

As for the Third City of Longyan, it was still under construction; although Qingyang Shuo had high hopes for it, the war was going to arrive ahead of schedule.

This city could not play much of a role, as it was simply too far from Longyan City and Yun City.

However, Qingyang Shuo still left a spark of hope there.

But that was the worst-case scenario.

Just as Qingyang Shuo was busily preparing everything, he received a piece of vital information!

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