The very first thing the Divine Dragon Empress did upon returning was to summon her court officials.
Then, she announced a decision to the assembled court.
“Our Divine Dragon Empire is thriving, striving to grow into the most supreme empire!”
“Yet, there are always those lurking covetously around the borders of our Divine Dragon Empire!”
“Therefore, this Empress has decided to conquer the scattered forces surrounding the Divine Dragon Empire, to eliminate them and thus deter any petty upstarts!”
“This opportunity can also serve to inform other major powers that our Divine Dragon Empire has grown strong. We advise other powers not to provoke us lightly!!”
Although the Divine Dragon Empress’s true aim was resources, one cannot go to war openly for that reason.
She needed a suitable pretext to conveniently engage other powers in battle.
The reason she presented now, while somewhat far-fetched, undeniably held a certain logic.
Of course, the main reason everyone found it reasonable was simply because the Divine Dragon Empress’s power was overwhelmingly strong.
Especially since many had heard that an invincible supreme expert had perished within the Divine Dragon Empire. This made the empire’s court officials incapable of even fathoming the true extent of the Divine Dragon Empire’s strength. x33xs.com
However, the stronger the Divine Dragon Empire became and the more territory it acquired, the greater the benefits they would receive.
Just like now, the resources they possessed were already vastly greater than before.
Therefore, they were very supportive of the Divine Dragon Empress’s decision.
“Your Majesty is wise! We should have taken action long ago to deter those petty villains!!”
“Indeed! Those forces near us have been eyeing our Divine Dragon Empire covetously for a long time. They only quieted down a bit after our empire truly grew powerful! Such forces should have been eliminated long ago!!”
“Your Majesty, for this expedition, I volunteer to be the main commander, to expand Your Majesty’s territory and conquer the realm for you!!”
A Xianhuang realm expert was already clamoring to be the main commander.
Their thinking was simple: become the main commander, earn more military merits, and thereby obtain more resources.
It must be said, this was a very appealing thought.
With enough resources piled up, their strength was bound to change.
Even if not a major transformation, they would certainly grow significantly.
So, while the role of main commander was dangerous, risk and opportunity coexisted.
Because of this, several other Xianhuang realm experts also stepped forward.
“You as the main commander? Don’t joke around. Your strength isn’t even as great as mine. What qualifies you to be the main commander??”
“Exactly. Not only am I powerful, but I’m also skilled in troop command and battle formations. Once my military formations are deployed, I fear not even a Zhizun realm expert. I believe I am the best choice for this main commander role!!”
“Your Majesty, please let me take charge. I am not only proficient in tactics, but I also possess a supreme treasure. With this treasure, I alone can hold off a Zhizun realm expert for a considerable time. I can guarantee the success of this expedition!!”
At this moment, these generals were all vying for command. The Divine Dragon Empress nodded at their competition, finding it neither surprising nor unexpected.
This was within her expectations and precisely what she hoped would happen.
So, the Divine Dragon Empress spoke with satisfaction.
“Good, good, good! You all make excellent points, and you are all very capable!”
“Therefore, this Empress decides: you shall divide into five routes, forming five grand armies to conquer the surrounding areas. Leave none untouched!!”
The words “five grand armies” sent a shock through all the court officials of the Divine Dragon Empire.
They all knew the Divine Dragon Empress was very different from previous emperors of the Divine Dragon Empire.
But upon hearing “divide into five routes,” everyone was still stunned.
Dividing into five routes to conquer the realm—this clearly meant declaring war on all the powers surrounding the Divine Dragon Empire!
And doing so simultaneously.
Such audacity was unprecedented.
Such domineering spirit left them deeply awed.
Many of the more hot-blooded generals gazed at the Divine Dragon Empress with blazing eyes.
They never imagined the Divine Dragon Empire would have such a majestic and formidable day.
Thus, their eyes filled with reverence for this majestic and formidable Empress.
Of course, while some revered, others opposed.
“Your Majesty, dividing into five routes might be somewhat unwise. Engaging so many powers simultaneously could stretch our Divine Dragon Empire thin. If several Zhizun realm experts were to appear, we would find it even harder to cope!”
“I suggest we proceed one by one!!”
“Indeed, Your Majesty! Warring with so many powers at once would place a tremendous strain on our Divine Dragon Empire’s military resources. It would be better to advance step by step, devouring them one after another!!”
“Your Majesty, I do not oppose war, but I also advise against acting too hastily. Otherwise, we could easily suffer significant losses!!”
Their reasons for opposition were simple: they did not want to wage war against so many states simultaneously.
Doing so would not only incur massive consumption but could also leave the Divine Dragon Empire’s interior vulnerable.
During such a process, should any unforeseen event occur, it could spell disaster for the Divine Dragon Empire.
Especially since among those powers, it was very likely there were Zhizun realm experts.
If these Zhizun realm experts were to act simultaneously, given the current number of Zhizun realm experts in the Divine Dragon Empire, they might struggle to cope.
Therefore, in their minds, for the sake of caution, their advice was to proceed one by one.
The Divine Dragon Empress fully understood their perspective.
However, her own objectives did not allow her to follow their suggestions.
The Divine Dragon Empress was aiming to seize resources; this process naturally had to be swift.
If she delayed even a step, those resources might be relocated, or the leaders of those powers might simply take the resources and flee.
Even if some didn’t flee, they would surely use those resources to seek external aid.
By then, even if the Divine Dragon Empress conquered their territories, there would be no resources left.
Achieving the resources Ye Wushuang needed within three months would then be extremely difficult, if not impossible!
Therefore, her speed had to be fast; she could not give them too much reaction time.
Only in this way could she obtain the maximum amount of resources.
Holding this belief, the Divine Dragon Empress naturally had to attack these powers simultaneously, leaving them no chance to escape.
Thus, amidst the debate, she decisively settled the matter.
“Enough. There is no need for further debate. This Empress’s decision is final. We shall dispatch five armies to attack the five major powers simultaneously!!”
“Should any problems arise, this Empress will handle them personally!!”
The moment the Divine Dragon Empress made the final call, her domineering aura was overwhelming.
