Seeing everyone looking over, Elder Long's expression darkened slightly and he said, "Have you forgotten what our Great Xia's guardian divine beast is?"
Upon hearing this, the expressions of the leaders of the various nations became somber.
Ao Yuan is a dragon!
This was common knowledge.
But they all understood more clearly that Ao Yuan was a demonic beast!
If they let a demonic beast come out to help, in a sense, wouldn't that mean they were inferior to demonic beasts?
"Of course, if you truly feel that way."
"Although the guardian divine beast is not an official member of our Great Xia, but merely a part of the Myriad Alliances, I will still try to persuade our Great Xia's guardian divine beast."
As he said this, the atmosphere suddenly became tense.
Elder Long's words were no trivial matter.
If they asked Elder Long to persuade him, it would be an admission that the various nations were inferior to Ao Yuan.
But if they didn't admit it, then they shouldn't expect Ao Yuan's help.
After Elder Long finished speaking, seeing that no one had spoken, his expression softened a little.
But when he saw that John Crison of the Beautiful Country was not as enraged as he had expected, and instead wore a mysterious smile, his heart sank slightly.
It seemed he still had a backup plan?
"In my opinion, since that's the case, let's forget it?" Sanben Yitian spoke first.
He absolutely could not admit that he was inferior to Ao Yuan.
Before this, he had mocked Ao Yuan, only to be utterly defeated by this creature from the small world, a humiliation he deeply remembered.
"Since that's the case, I believe we can use the combined strength of our nations to blockade the Pacific Ocean!" The White Elephant country also chimed in.
"I think we need to jointly discuss the proposal that was previously made!"
At the meeting, someone else spoke.
These words pushed the meeting to its climax, and for a long time, no one spoke.
Because they all knew what proposal this person was referring to.
It was to unite the humans of all countries to deal with the monsters invading from another world.
This would naturally be a good thing for smaller countries, but for weaker countries, it would undoubtedly be a thankless task.
"I think this matter can be discussed."
John Crison tapped his fingers, pondered for a moment, and then said, "Currently, the small worlds in various regions are under steady control."
"There is no need for a united front, at least such a major event as a united front cannot be decided by an online seminar."
"If necessary, we can reconvene and discuss it offline. However, countries near the Pacific Ocean can cooperate with each other."
"Alright!"
After a moment of contemplation, everyone nodded in succession, agreeing with the Beautiful Country's actions.
Only some weaker nations showed regret.
They were the countries on Blue Star that most hoped for a united front.
After all, they could still barely suppress the small worlds.
But whether they could continue to suppress them later, they dared not guarantee.
After the discussions ended, the leaders of various countries went to make arrangements.
...
At the same time as the meeting ended.
Various news reports began to flood out.
This was not just in one country, but in media outlets worldwide.
"No way, no way? Another monster from a small world has appeared? And this time it's in the depths of the Pacific Ocean?"
"How do we deal with it in the ocean? Humans have always been at a disadvantage in the ocean, my heavens."
"Brothers, let's stop talking, our Great Xia is still relatively stable."
"You don't know about the Three Rivers and the Bamboo Country, I heard they are all mobilized now."
"My god, they're even talking about a world alliance, is this real?"
"Can the countries truly stand united?"
"Shush, brother upstairs, don't talk nonsense about these things."
As the online discussions exploded.
Elder Long did not pay attention. After hanging up the video call, he frowned and pondered.
He always felt that the Beautiful Country's proposal at the international conference for Ao Yuan to resolve the issue had a deeper meaning.
It's just that... no matter how hard he thought, he couldn't figure out the true meaning.
After all, Great Xia was the first country to form an alliance with demonic beasts.
From the current perspective, the effectiveness of this policy was evident.
At least Great Xia was not being ravaged and occupied by demonic beasts like other countries.
"This is bad!"
Thinking of this, Elder Long's expression changed.
Suddenly, he understood John Crison's intent.
He asked Ao Yuan to take action, and then used his words to stabilize the various nations.
But in return, wouldn't this sow discord between him and Ao Yuan?
His words were not entirely wrong, but as the leader of Great Xia.
He understood what "public opinion" meant!
If, with the deliberate guidance of the Beautiful Country, public opinion erupted, his relationship with Ao Yuan, and even the relationship between Great Xia and all the demonic beasts within its borders, would be shattered in an instant!
"Elder Long, this is not good!"
Just as he was thinking this, an anxious voice came from afar.
He turned his head and saw his secretary rushing towards him, holding his phone anxiously.
"What's happening?"
Elder Long understood what was going on the moment he saw it, but outwardly, he still asked calmly.
"Elder Long, quite a few media outlets are reporting that you looked down on demonic beasts at the meeting."
"The news that you believe demonic beasts are inferior to humans has spread!"
Elder Long's heart sank.
John Crison, this move is brilliant!
Demonic beasts, after gaining sentience, are mostly simple-minded and sincere.
They don't think too complicatedly and only care about what they see in front of them.
Little do they know, what they see in front of them might also be fake!
"Elder Long, we must stop this matter as soon as possible!"
The chief secretary, seeing Elder Long's calm demeanor, spoke again.
"No!"
After a long silence, Elder Long's cloudy eyes flashed with a sharp light and he said, "Let this matter fester!"
"This..." The chief secretary was suddenly confused.
Elder Long looked at him and said calmly, "If we block this matter now."
"Wouldn't that be giving others something to gossip about?"
Saying this, Elder Long paused and said, "Let them spread it, we'll just pretend we don't know!"
"But in this way, if the demonic beasts cause trouble because of this."
"I believe in our guardian divine beast!"
Before Elder Long could speak, a voice with full of vigor rang out.
Da Da Da!
Following that, Bai Feng was seen striding in from the door.
The chief secretary looked at the cheerful Bai Feng and the expressionless Elder Long with uncertainty.
He had no idea what they were thinking.
"Then we should at least strengthen our defenses, shouldn't we?" the chief secretary suggested again.
"No need." Elder Long waved his hand.
"This..."
The chief secretary stood frozen.
He didn't know what to say anymore.
If defenses were not strengthened, and Ao Yuan was truly influenced by the online news.
Then, with his strength and the many demon kings under him,
It would inevitably plunge Great Xia into dire straits.
Were Elder Long and Bai Feng so confident in Ao Yuan?
You must know.
In the final analysis, Ao Yuan was not human, not a citizen of Great Xia, he belonged to the race of demonic beasts!
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