Everlasting Immortal Firmament Book 08 Chapter 015: The War Begins

The emperor’s study, Borderless Heavenly Capital:

The key officials of the Han Nation stood before Gu Hai’s desk.

“Reporting to Your Reverence, according to the Embroidered Uniform Guard, Houqing has started attending Ji Dihong’s key meetings. It seems he has earned Ji Dihong’s initial trust,” Meng Tai said respectfully.

Gu Hai exchanged glances with Sima Changkong, and they both nodded.

Gu Hai had not informed everyone of Lady Houtu’s request, leaving the others in a state of depression.

Gu Hai turned to Sima Changkong. “Has information about Ji Dihong’s mind control been shared with the major factions?”

Sima Changkong’s eyes narrowed slightly. “Reporting to Your Reverence, we have sent emissaries to all the major factions to explain the situation. Most factions welcomed our delegates warmly, but some sects and an imperial dynasty have…”

“How did those go?” Gu Hai asked.

“Perhaps we were too late!” replied Sima Changkong with a complicated expression. “Two middle-tier sects and one imperial dynasty have already fallen under control!”

“Can we confirm this?” questioned Gu Hai, his brows furrowing.

“Yes, we can,” Sima Changkong responded. “Although they concealed it well, the investigative methods Your Reverence suggested worked. These two sects and the dynasty suddenly began to slander us, calling us alarmists. At the same time, they are contacting other factions and are planning an alliance.”

“Where are these three factions located?” inquired Gu Hai.

“They are all close to the Han Imperial Dynasty,” explained Sima Changkong.

“Since we have confirmation, there’s no need to wait. It’s time for the Nation Suppression Army to begin the war,” announced Gu Hai, smiling.

“Huh?” The officials were slightly startled.

“If there were no mind control, we would wait a little longer. But now, we can’t. Despite the covert operations, it’s clear that the Huang Heavenly Dynasty has mobilized its troops. There’s no need to hide anymore,” said Gu Hai.

“But, Imperial Father, although the two sects and the dynasty are u

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