It wasn't just Shan Ling. Even the King of the Southern Region, as well as the maids who had been standing silently by the side of the throne room, were terrified.
Both Shan Ling and Princess Shan Yu were not stupid.
Even though Fang Zhengzhi did not finish his sentence, Shan Ling, Princess Shan Yu, and the King of the Southern Region had already thought of a serious problem.
"Before Princess Shan Yu and I came here, we had already ordered the 80,000 elites to defend the Iron Hill Settlement. If I am not wrong, the Demons must have heard of Princess Shan Yu sending the 80,000 elites to defend the Iron Hill Settlement. That means... there are spies in the army!"
This time, Fang Zhengzhi did not beat around the bush and said it out loud.
Shan Ling frowned. It was not hard to guess that there were Demon Race spies in the Southern Region army. After all, it was too easy for a few Demon Race spies to infiltrate an army of tens of thousands.
Furthermore...
The operation this time was so big that it was almost impossible to not be discovered by the Devil Race.
However, the Devil Race had infiltrated the Southern Region, but the Devil Race had not infiltrated the Southern Region. This was his mistake, and it was a fatal mistake.
Princess Shan Yu frowned as well. Even though she knew that it was inevitable that there would be spies in the army, she still felt a little uncomfortable when she confirmed that there were spies.
After all, she was the commander of the 80,000 soldiers.
Fang Zhengzhi looked at Shan Ling, Princess Shan Yu, and the King of the Southern Region. Then, his gaze landed on the Ministry of Rites official.
He shook his head and sighed exasperatedly.
The Ministry of Rites Official saw Fang Zhengzhi's expression and could guess what Fang Zhengzhi was thinking. His face flushed red, a sign of anger.
He was the minister of the Ministry of Rites, one of the six ministries.
But now, he had no choice but to lie on the ground and listen to a person who had no experience in diplomatic etiquette 'giving orders'. Most importantly, the King of the Southern Region and the stubborn Crown Prince were actually listening attentively.
How could he not be angry?
How could he not be angry?
Fang Zhengzhi ignored the Ministry of Rites official's anger. He waved at the Southern Region maids and pointed to a chair that belonged to the Ministry of Rites official.
When the servants saw Fang Zhengzhi's expression, they immediately turned to look at the King of the Southern Region.
After the King of the Southern Region nodded, a few maidservants carried a chair behind Fang Zhengzhi and a table filled with fruits and meat.
Fang Zhengzhi was satisfied with the Southern Region servant's ability to deduce many things from one instance. He picked up a piece of fruit, threw it into his mouth, and continued.
"The Demons are strong individually, but their numbers are limited. Even though the Demons from the Blood Shadow City have the upper hand in terms of strength and numbers, they have lost their geographical advantage. If the 80,000 Southern Region warriors set up ambushes along the way and defend the Iron Hill Settlement, there is only one way for the Demons to take it down in a short period of time, and that is to attack with all their might!"
"Hmm …"
Shan Ling and Princess Shan Yu nodded at the same time. The Southern Mountain Range's greatest advantage was its geographical location. Furthermore, the six main settlements had built up their defences over hundreds of years.
Even if they were at a disadvantage in terms of numbers and strength …
He could still block it.
If the Demons wanted to take down the 80,000 Southern Region soldiers in a short period of time, they would definitely suffer heavy losses.
"Just as I said, the Demons do not have time. They cannot afford to waste their time on the road. As such, their only choice is to attack. However, they cannot afford the losses. As such, they have no choice but to give up the Sagely Mountain City. Then, they will mobilize the 50,000 soldiers to attack the Iron Hill Settlement from both the front and the back! Three days … to sign the agreement with the Southern Region would not only reassure the Crown Prince, but it would also buy us some time. It's the best of both worlds. Why not? "Fang Zhengzhi did not continue after that.
He knew that it was enough.
There were many things that did not need to be said clearly. People who did that would be hated by others, and Fang Zhengzhi did not want the King and Shan Ling to hate him.
Shan Ling did not speak immediately. In fact, he did not interrupt Fang Zhengzhi when he said that the Demons needed some time.
He did believe in his own judgment and was confident in his plan all along.
However, he also believed in the truth.
From his point of view, the youth from the Great Xia Dynasty had no basis for anything he said. Everything he said was just his guesses. However, Shan Ling had no choice but to consider and face these guesses.
Because …
The consequences of these guesses were too great. Even Shan Ling could not afford to make such a loss.
Princess Shan Yu did not speak either. She looked at Fang Zhengzhi, who was sitting on a chair and picking up a lamb leg. She was getting used to Fang Zhengzhi's habit of eating wherever he went. As such, she shook her head and walked slowly towards the King.
Ever since she had entered the palace, she had not moved a single step. But now, she moved. Step by step, she walked towards the King of the Southern Region.
The King of the Southern Region looked at Princess Shan Yu lovingly. However, when his gaze landed on Fang Zhengzhi, his expression changed to one of surprise and curiosity.
He could tell how young Fang Zhengzhi was.
So young?
And he was following beside Princess Shan Yu.
This youth, could he be …
"Who the hell are you?!" After a moment of silence, Shan Ling turned to look at Fang Zhengzhi. He did not stop Princess Shan Yu from walking towards the King of the Southern Region. Instead, he stood there quietly, scrutinizing Fang Zhengzhi's eyebrows, eyes, nose... from top to bottom, over and over again.
"Noblelite, shouldn't you have guessed it after looking for so long?" Fang Zhengzhi smiled. He did not have the upper hand now. As such, he had to give the Noblelite some face.
"Yes … I have guessed it. The youngest Heavenly Reflection State cultivator after Chi Guyan, the double roll champion of the imperial examinations, and the only one who tied with Nangong Hao in the Court Theory Examinations … Fang Zhengzhi!" Shan Ling nodded, his eyes glimmering.
"Third Brother, you have been in the Royal City for too long. This guy is already in the Supernatural State!" Princess Shan Yu did not want to admit it, but when she heard Shan Ling's words, she subconsciously blurted it out.
Princess Shan Yu sat beside the King of the Southern Region.
"Supernatural State?! You're saying that he... is already in the Supernatural State at the age of 15?! "Shan Ling's expression changed, a strong sense of shock radiating from within.
The King of the Southern Region's expression changed as well. However, it wasn't as shocked as Shan Ling. More specifically, it was because of Princess Shan Yu.
At such a close distance, he could clearly see Princess Shan Yu's expression, as well as the glint in her eyes.
As a father, how could he not know his daughter?
Princess Shan Yu was a proud person. This pride stemmed from her talent and hard work. However, the King of the Southern Region saw a different kind of pride in Princess Shan Yu's expression when she mentioned Fang Zhengzhi.
How could he not be surprised by such a discovery?
"Supernatural State!" The maidservants of the Southern Region also let out soft gasps at this moment. They were all maidservants who had undergone strict training.
However, when they heard Princess Shan Yu's words, they could not help but look at Fang Zhengzhi.
To those of the same realm …
They only worshipped one thing. Warriors.
Powerful warriors.
Fang Zhengzhi's strength had undoubtedly earned him the title of a warrior in the hearts of the Southern Region's female servants.
The King of the Southern Region scanned his surroundings. He glanced at the Ministry of Rites official, who was lying on the ground. However, he quickly shifted his gaze away from the official.
"I heard that before the results of the Imperial Examinations were out, Official Fang was appointed as a Rank 4 Sword Envoy by the Great Xia Holy Lord. This is an unprecedented honor. It is my honor to be able to meet such a young hero. Even though I have ruled the Southern Mountain Range on behalf of the Holy Lord for many years, I know that in terms of strategy and strategy, I am still a far cry from a true general. Today, I am able to meet such a talented general. Would Official Fang be willing to share his thoughts on the battle at the Iron Hill Settlement?"
As the King spoke, he stood up from his chair and bowed slightly towards Fang Zhengzhi.
Fang Zhengzhi could tell that this was a bow from the Great Xia.
From this, he could roughly guess what the King of the Southern Region was thinking. Even though he did not dare to say that the King of the Southern Region wanted to reconcile with the Great Xia...
But at least …
Right now, the King of the Southern Region was still in charge of the Great Xia Dynasty.
When the King of the Southern Region finished speaking, Shan Ling's body trembled slightly. His grip on the hilt of his sword was pale and he bit down on his lips.
However, Shan Ling did not say a word.
As for Princess Shan Yu, she stood by the side of the King of the Southern Region. She looked at Fang Zhengzhi, her eyes filled with anticipation and encouragement.
Fang Zhengzhi slowly put down the leg of lamb and wiped the grease off his hands. He did not want to express his opinion on this matter.
However, he also knew that under such circumstances, if he didn't say anything, it would definitely push the situation that could have been salvaged to the opposite side once again.
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