Fortunately, Huaxia was still the Huaxia he remembered, still peace-loving.
The two messengers were somewhat bewildered upon hearing the Emperor's muttering.
Why did His Majesty's words sound strange, as if he already knew the countries on Earth very well?
But this was impossible, as the mist in the Endless Sea had only begun to recede a few days ago.
The two shook their heads, thinking they might be overthinking things.
The Eastern messenger spoke, "Your Majesty, General Fan reports that they have killed hundreds of soldiers from several Earth countries, and the other side may retaliate. He wishes to know your opinion on this matter."
"No opinion, they were killed, so they were killed," Xu Mo said indifferently.
He had finished reading the Jade Scroll and knew that it was the United States and other countries that had first fired on the Great Qian defenders, attempting to replicate what had happened on the American continent in the past.
However, these countries, including the United States, had not anticipated that the Great Wilderness was inhabited not by defenseless Native Americans, but by cultivators with extraordinary powers!
Those with malicious intent and a desire to plunder deserved to die, and Xu Mo even praised Fan Cheng for killing them!
As for retaliation? Xu Mo didn't take it seriously at all. With his current Saint Realm strength, he no longer feared nuclear weapons.
If the United States and other countries dared to overstep their bounds, Xu Mo wouldn't mind punishing them severely, especially the island nation, towards which Xu Mo had no good feelings!
There were also the 'Earth prisoners' in the Imperial Capital. If the Earth countries wanted to ransom them back, they would have to pay a price.
Huaxia was no exception, but they could be treated with some consideration and offered some discounts.
Xu Mo was making decisions from the perspective of the Great Qian Dynasty. Although he was from Huaxia, he could not infringe upon Great Qian's interests to offer Huaxia too many preferential treatments.
What should be given must be given.
Xu Mo looked at the Eastern messenger and said, "Tell Fan Cheng that if the Earth countries truly send representatives to visit our Great Qian, then escort them to the Imperial Capital."
The appearance of the Great Wilderness on Earth was an irreversible fact, and Xu Mo knew that negotiations with the countries were necessary.
Because without dispelling the wariness of various countries, it would be difficult for Great Qian to establish itself on Earth.
Therefore, establishing diplomatic relations with the Earth countries as the first step was very necessary.
"Yes." The Eastern messenger nodded and stepped aside.
Xu Mo then looked at the Northern messenger, frowning, "What is happening on the northern front?"
"Reporting to Your Majesty, there has been a great victory on the northern front. The invading army of the Great Jin Dynasty launched a large-scale surprise attack last night, intending to crush the northern front in one fell swoop. But they did not know that our northern defenders were vigilant at all times and discovered the Great Jin's plot immediately. After a whole night of fierce fighting, our army decisively defeated the enemy and achieved victory!"
The Northern messenger spoke with great excitement and handed over the casualty report of this great battle.
When Xu Mo heard the first part, his brows furrowed deeply. He hadn't expected the Great Jin Dynasty to be so reckless!
At this critical juncture, launching a large-scale war against Great Qian, what were they trying to do? Were they seeking a fight to the death with Great Qian?
Only when he heard the latter part did Xu Mo's brows gradually relax. The northern defenders, whom he had placed great hope in, had not disappointed him, successfully defeating the enemy and achieving a great victory.
This time, the Great Jin Dynasty should be quiet for a while, right?
But when Xu Mo saw the casualty ratio on the battle report, he couldn't help but gasp!
Out of an army of three thousand cultivators, over a thousand had died! The casualty rate was as high as forty percent!
This could not be called a victory, it could only be called a pyrrhic victory!
However, upon seeing the enemy's casualty ratio, Xu Mo understood that although the northern defenders had suffered nearly half their casualties, compared to the enemy's numbers, it could no longer be considered a pyrrhic victory.
This was because the Great Jin Dynasty had mobilized an army of tens of thousands of cultivators and divided them into three routes to surround the northern defenders.
If not for the crucial role played by the northern defenders' battle formations at the critical moment, the northern front might have fallen.
"The Great Jin is courting death," Xu Mo's expression turned grim. He had originally planned to talk to the Empress of the Great Jin in a few days, but he had changed his mind.
He would go to the Northern Region today and demand an explanation from the Empress of the Great Jin!
The fallen soldiers must be accounted for, and Prince Hao Jiao of the Great Hao had also caused enough trouble; it was time for him to descend to the underworld with his elders.
Seeing His Majesty's anger, the Northern messenger's spirit immediately surged, "Your Majesty, are you planning to go to war with the Great Jin? Then our northern defenders will serve as your vanguard, piercing the heart of the Great Jin Dynasty!"
"Your Majesty, our Eastern defenders have also been at peace for too long and are eager for a battle!" the Eastern messenger followed closely, his eyes filled with surging battle intent!
There were no cowards among the soldiers of Great Qian. Cowards could not become generals of Great Qian!
Xu Mo also knew that his generals were very warlike, but his heart was heavy at this moment.
The death of over a thousand soldiers was a huge loss, and he felt deeply regretful.
If they were to go to war again now, it would inevitably lead to the deaths of more soldiers.
Although he knew that war was never without casualties, initiating war when casualties could be avoided would be foolish.
With his current cultivation at the Saint Realm, he could directly go to the Great Jin and capture the Empress, easily resolving all situations.
Xu Mo shook his head, "No, Great Qian will not go to war with Great Jin. This time, Emperor to Emperor, I will go and witness the Empress of the Great Jin, and see how astonishing she truly is?"
"Your Majesty, absolutely not!"
The two messengers were shocked and quickly bowed to persuade His Majesty not to risk himself.
Let their soldiers fight the Great Jin on the front lines. His Majesty was of immeasurable value, and if he were harmed in the slightest, they would all feel guilty!
"Your Majesty, let us subordinates handle killing the enemy. You only need to command the overall situation in the Imperial Capital," the Northern messenger said sincerely, lowering his head.
"My mind is made up." Xu Mo had made up his mind.
Seeing this, the two messengers no longer tried to persuade him, as they knew His Majesty was determined to fight the Empress of the Great Jin.
Although they worried for His Majesty, they could do nothing. After all, it was a duel between two emperors; even if their generals went, they would not be able to help.
Waving for the two to withdraw, Xu Mo then summoned a beautiful palace maid and instructed, "I will be leaving the Imperial Capital for a while. Inform Gongsun Rou about this and have her manage the affairs of the Imperial Capital properly, ensuring no accidents occur."
The palace maid nodded in agreement, then hesitated, "Your Majesty, tomorrow is the day for selecting consorts. If you leave now, will it...?"
Xu Mo interrupted directly, "Don't worry, I will return in time and will not miss it."
"Then, do you want to discuss with Lord Gongsun first and have her postpone the selection of consorts?"
"No need. If I discuss it with her, she will definitely stop me from leaving."
Xu Mo shook his head decisively.