Chapter 155 Total War: The Eve of War

Mu Zhe stood in a laboratory. In front of him was a holographic map, showing the situation of the entire continent.

There are many small circles marked with "micro channels" on the map, which represent the scope of activities of the students in the academy.

The war is about to begin, but what Mu Zhe is most concerned about is not the war itself, but how the students will perform in this war.

For Mu Zhe, as long as he is here, the outcome of the war has already been determined.

He also wanted to use this war to let the students in the academy show his achievements during this period.

It has been five months since the academy opened, and most of the disciples in the academy have been studying for about five months. It’s time for a semester exam to test the students’ actual level!

Although this war was caused by Mu Zhe's temporary change of mind, it does not mean that it was a decision made by Mu Zhe blindly and without thinking.

In fact, he did some simulations through "Micro Channel".

What made Mu Zhe really determined to start the war was the students in the academy.

Although many of them had no soul power before and had only practiced for about five months, with the Spirit Gathering Array, the cultivation techniques and the cheating Yang Yuan Jue explained to them by Mu Zhe, they did not Not that weak.

The weakest one in the academy now has the physical fitness of an eleventh-level soul master.

Those with strong talents already have the physical fitness of ordinary soul masters.

Although they were not considered strong, Mu Zhe did not let them go directly to the battlefield. Mu Zhe just asked them to take advantage of the turmoil of the war to change their situation.

Mu Zhe didn't ask how far they could go, he just asked them to do their best.

Apply what you learn.

Mu Zhe didn't know what the students would do.

However, he is looking forward to it.

A group of children who have learned "new ideas", Mu Zhe is looking forward to the changes their performance can bring to the world.

"Go and show yourself with confidence!"

Mu Zhe looked at the holographic map in front of him and murmured, I am your most solid backing.

The scene changes.

Ning Yurong was wearing a gorgeous robe and walked into a luxurious mansion in the capital of the Star Luo Empire.

He came to meet the head of the Zhu family, an ambitious businessman and politician who controlled most of the wealth of the Star Luo Empire.

Ning Yurong walked into the Zhu family's living room with a smile, followed by two Qibao Glazed Sect disciples holding boxes.

He saw Zhu Tianxiang, the head of the Zhu family, a middle-aged man with a handsome face and noble temperament, but there was a trace of uneasiness and anxiety in his eyes.

"Manager Ning, welcome to the Zhu family." Zhu Tianxiang stood up and greeted him.

With the sales of biological bracelets in the Star Luo Empire, Ning Yurong's status as the sales manager of biological bracelets has also increased.

"Master Zhu, I have long admired your name." Ning Yurong responded politely.

"Please take a seat."

Zhu Tianxiang motioned for Ning Fengzhi to sit on the sofa opposite him, and then asked: "I wonder what is important about Sect Master Ning's visit this time?"

"Actually, it's nothing serious. I just want to discuss a cooperation with the Zhu family." Ning Yurong said lightly.

"Cooperation?" Zhu Tianxiang's heart moved. He knew that the Qibao Glazed Sect was one of the largest commercial forces in the Tiandou Empire and the seller of the popular biological bracelet. If he could reach a cooperation with them, it would undoubtedly be a great help to the Zhu family. Huge opportunity.

"Yes, cooperation."

Ning Yurong nodded, and then motioned to the disciple behind him to open the box.

There are rows of biological bracelets inside the box, each one exuding brilliance and aura.

This kind of high-end bracelet is very popular in the market and the price is very high.

"Are these Contra-level biological bracelets?" Zhu Tianxiang asked in surprise.

"That's right." Ning Yurong smiled and said,

"These are the latest batch of Contra-level biological bracelets from our Qibao Glazed Sect. They are of high quality and have remarkable effects."

"Of course, our cooperation is related to this bracelet, but not all of it. Do you know the business model of bonds? We are willing to entrust the Zhu family to issue a special bond called a bio-bracelet bond."

"Biological bracelet bond?"

Zhu Tianxiang was stunned when he heard this.

"Yes." Ning Yurong continued.

"The characteristic of this bond is that each bond comes with a biological bracelet, and the bond holder can redeem the bracelet or sell the bond at any time."

"The interest rate of the bond fluctuates based on the market price of the biological bracelet. If the price of the bracelet rises, the interest rate will also rise, and vice versa. The term of the bond is one year, and you can choose to renew or redeem the principal after maturity. "

"In this way, this bond can not only meet the market demand for biological bracelets, but also attract a large amount of funds into the Zhu family's control."

"Master Zhu might as well think about it. With the popularity of biological bracelets, the market will soon be flooded with such bonds."

"What will the royal family think? Will they obstruct or join? Will they risk offending all the forces that buy bonds and take heavy action? The end result is that the economic power of the empire will be in the hands of the party with the bond issuance power."

Ning Yurong's words were full of temptation and provocation. He knew the ambitions of the Zhu family.

If the Zhu family can gain an advantage in this secret competition with the royal family, the Zhu family will definitely be moved.

"This..." Zhu Tianxiang was shaken. He felt that what Ning Fengzhi said made sense. This kind of bond was indeed a good opportunity, but he also had some doubts. "What are the risks of this bond? Can the Seven Treasures Glazed Sect guarantee the supply of bracelets?"

"Risk?" Ning Yurong smiled.

"Don't worry, the risk of this bond is very low."

"We, the Seven Treasures Glazed Sect, only need to provide a part of the biological bracelets as collateral, and the rest will be handled by the Zhu family. We will give the Zhu family a certain commission and share as a reward for cooperation."

"As for the supply of bracelets, you don't have to worry. Our Seven Treasures Glazed Sect has enough inventory and production capacity, and there will definitely be no shortage of goods."

"Then..." Zhu Tianxiang wanted to ask something else, but was interrupted by Ning Yurong.

"Master Zhu, you don't have to hesitate any longer. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. As long as you agree to cooperate with us, you can get these Soul Douluo-level bracelets immediately."

"Master Zhu, you might as well think about it. Even if the bond issuance is not smooth at the beginning, you can still use the bracelets in your hand to get more chips, right?"

Ning Yurong's persuasion slowly influenced Zhu Tianxiang's judgment, making him feel that this is an opportunity that must be seized.

Zhu Tianxiang was moved by Ning Fengzhi's words. He looked at the biological hand in front of him, and he felt that he had seen the glory of the future. His ambition grew wantonly under the watering of these visions.

"Okay."

He finally said, "I agree to cooperate with you."

"Great." Ning Yurong showed a satisfied smile, "Then please sign this contract."

Ning Fengzhi took the contract from his disciple and handed it to Zhu Tianxiang.

Zhu Tianxiang borrowed the contract, looked at it carefully, and signed his name on the contract after confirming that it was correct.

In this way, a seemingly beautiful cooperation began.

On the other side, in the Tiandou Empire, the storm of war has begun.

After meeting with Ning Fengzhi, Qian Renxue informed the ministers of the attitude of the Seven Treasures Glazed Sect. The Finance Minister, who had been strongly opposed, fell silent after hearing the news. With his smart mind, he had foreseen what would happen next. The Seven Treasures Glazed Sect had expressed its position, and this war would be unavoidable.

After returning to the palace, Qian Renxue began to study the mountain of files.

She needed to choose the right person to grant the conscription order. Her previous transaction with Ning Fengzhi had been widely circulated in the empire. The Seven Treasures Glazed Sect had obtained the royal conscription order and was using the large amount of cash obtained from selling biological bracelets to continuously purchase war supplies and recruit mercenaries. This made other forces that were still hesitating whether to be loyal to the new king lose their reserve and swear allegiance to them in their desire to obtain the conscription order.

Those forces hoped to expand their power through the conscription order to expand their power in the chaotic situation at this time to protect themselves, and also to obtain more military industry in future wars to be promoted to titles and obtain fiefdoms.

Qian Renxue knew that the conscription order was something that needed to be treated with caution, which would greatly change the distribution of power within the empire, so she tended to choose those new nobles who were loyal and enthusiastic about war and promotion to grant the conscription order, but before that, the distribution of interests of those great nobles, border lords and legion commanders also needed to be taken into consideration.

Qian Renxue picked up a file with a name on it: Li Fengyang.

Li Fengyang was a newly promoted noble.

He was originally a soul master from a civilian background. With his own efforts and talents, he stood out in the soul master academy and became an excellent soul master.

After graduation, Li Fengyang joined the royal guards and became an officer.

Li Fengyang performed well during his service and made many military exploits. He was appreciated and promoted by Emperor Xue Ye, and was named a first-class baron and was in charge of a territory.

Qian Renxue looked at Li Fengyang's information, wondering if this would be a person worth using.

In a moment, Qian Renxue finished reading Li Fengyang's information. It was decided to give Li Fengyang some privileges and powers, so that he could recruit more mercenaries and soul masters in his territory, so that he could provide her with more military support.

She picked up the parchment, wrote Li Fengyang's name and the specific restrictions of the conscription order on it, and stamped it with the royal seal.

She said to the attendant beside her: "Send this conscription order to Baron Li Fengyang, and tell him that this is my reward for his loyalty and dedication."

"I hope he can use the conscription order reasonably and responsibly, provide me with more military support, and help me win this war."

The attendant responded, took the conscription order, and then retreated.

Qian Renxue continued to pick up another file with a name on it: Khalid Stravinsky.

Khalid is an old nobleman. He is a duke who is in charge of Oak Territory, a vast territory in the south of the empire.

He is a strong man at the level of Soul Emperor, with great strength and influence, and has many allies and followers within the empire.

It's just that he doesn't have much interest and desire for war and promotion. He cares more about his own interests and safety.

Khalid is a cautious and shrewd person. Qian Renxue's passionate "holy revenge" plan did not bother him.

However, he would not refuse the opportunity to gain benefits in this war. He hopes to gain higher status and power through his own strategies and means.

Qian Renxue looked at Khalid's information. This duke is also a good starting point.

Qian Renxue picked up a piece of golden parchment and wrote Khalid Stravinsky's name and the number of recruitment orders on it. She said to the attendant beside her:

"Send this call order to Duke Khalid Stravinsky and tell him that I hope he will use it reasonably and responsibly to provide me with some military support and help me win this war."

"However, this recruitment order is not unconditional. He must complete the following tasks or goals within two weeks, otherwise I will withdraw his recruitment order and give him some punishment."

"The first task or goal is that he must provide at least 5,000 cavalry to the royal family within two weeks, and compile them into a troop registration book and submit them to the royal family. These cavalry must undergo strict training and examination, and be equipped with With excellent horses and weapons."

"The second task or goal is that he must provide supplies of at least five million gold coins to the royal family within two weeks and transport them to the location designated by the royal family. These supplies must be legal and legitimate, and include food and medicine. , weapons, equipment and other supplies.”

"The third task or goal is that he must send out his own auxiliary retinue and part of his scouts within two weeks. These auxiliary retinues and scouts must be his loyal subordinates and number at least five thousand people."

"These will be the royal family's requirements for the Grand Duke of the Empire. The Grand Duke enjoys such status and authority in the Empire, and must also dedicate their strength and loyalty to the Empire when the Empire needs it."

The attendant responded, took the call order, and then stepped back.

Later, in order to ensure the smooth execution of her war plan and to supervise and restrict the actions and performance of various nobles or legions, Qian Renxue sent some reliable and capable people to supervise and assist them in using the recruitment orders.

These people are all her cronies or senior generals of the Forbidden Army. They all have strong strength and prestige, as well as strict discipline and loyalty.

the other side.

After Duke Khalid received the call-up order, he was full of hesitation and uneasiness.

The new king moved too quickly, and he had planned to remain silent during the storm.

With his authority and status as a Grand Duke, he can jump out of the chessboard and become a member of the traders. He does not need to compete with those forces. He only needs to guard his fiefdom and wait for the olive branches from various forces before the dust settles. And Qian Ren Snow's move pushed it into a corner.

"Although the emperor's reward is tempting, the order is an difficult challenge to complete."

The Duke couldn't help stroking his beard.

"Cavalry, retinues, and scouts. The emperor knows the attitude and territory situation very well. The old emperor's intelligence methods are still so awesome."

This time the emperor's recruitment happened to be stuck on the Duke's point. The Duke neither wanted to refuse the royal family's early expression of attitude, nor did he want to refuse the emperor's reward. After all, in this environment, the role of the recruitment order was well known to everyone.

The force and resources required by the emperor also cleverly bypassed the elite heavy infantry regiment on which the Duke relied most.

As a result, after careful consideration, Khalid Stravinsky decided to accept Qian Renxue's call-up.

He plans to use his wealth and connections to accomplish the royal family's goals, but he will not take too many risks or dangers.

He said to his cronies:

"Put this call-up order away. This is our opportunity and our challenge. We must use this opportunity to expand our power and influence, and we must also respond to this challenge to ensure our interests and security."

"You should contact some reliable and capable mercenaries or soul masters and ask them to join our army. We can give them some favorable treatment and conditions. However, we must ensure their quantity and quality, as well as their loyalty and obedience. "

"And tell those nobles or merchants who we trust and have cooperated with to provide us with some supplies and give them some "reasonable" prices and returns."

"We have to complete these tasks or goals within two weeks and explain clearly to the emperor. But you must remember that no matter what, the interests of the Oak Territory should be your primary goal."

At this time, all the neutral lords and legions in the Tiandou Empire have received orders from the new emperor. The empire's war gears are slowly turning, while Qian Renxue and the Qibao Glazed Sect are responsible for using their wisdom and wealth. Lubricate this massive machine and make it spin faster and faster.