Warlords: Rise of the System

Chapter 419 Provocation

Lu Tianhao frowned, struggling with what decision he should make. Should he concentrate his forces to take action against Kawato Prefecture?

Or should we devote all our forces to the fierce battle with the bandits and the multinational coalition forces?

Just as he was thinking hard, he saw the official in charge of collecting intelligence walked into the meeting room in a hurry.

The official didn't even bother to salute and began to report breathlessly.

"Marshal! According to the latest intelligence, the army of Kawato Prefecture has frequently provoked our troops in many border areas!"

As soon as these words were spoken, the originally quiet meeting room suddenly exploded.

When the soldiers heard the news, strange and complicated expressions appeared on their faces.

You know, just a while ago, the Chief of Staff tried his best to persuade the Marshal not to take action against Kawato Prefecture rashly.

But now, it was Kawato Prefecture that took the lead in provoking trouble, which undoubtedly made the situation even more confusing.

At this moment, an impatient general stood up suddenly and shouted loudly.

"Marshal, look at the current situation, since you haven't made a final decision yet.

But the Chuandu Prefecture is not knowing what is good for them and is actively looking for trouble. In my opinion, we should just change our strategy and target them!"

After saying this, the general stared at Lu Tianhao with his sharp eyes, as if waiting for him to give orders.

Before Lu Tianhao could say anything, the anxious Wang Hui couldn't wait to ask.

"How exactly did the army of Kawato Prefecture provoke us? Tell us quickly!"

The official in charge of collecting and transmitting intelligence looked solemn and responded in a low voice.

"They did not directly launch provocative actions against our troops in an overt and blatant manner.

However, its methods are equally insidious, cunning and heinous.

In that border area, they actually set up numerous checkpoints to block all the civilians who were planning to enter our jurisdiction.

You know, these kind and honest people are all looking forward to entering our territory and joining the big family of our National Salvation Army.

However, those guys in Kawato Prefecture not only ruthlessly blocked the people's way.

We even arrested many innocent people who tried to sneak around those checkpoints and find ways to enter our jurisdiction.

What's even more outrageous is that this group of heartless people actually beat and kicked the captured civilians in front of our soldiers stationed in the border area and committed violence at will.

What is most hateful is that they cold-bloodedly shot and killed several people who only wanted to join us.

Faced with such brutal and inhumane behavior, our border troops naturally cannot sit idly by.

Therefore, we sent personnel to negotiate with the troops in Kawato Prefecture, hoping to properly resolve the matter and allow the people to pass smoothly.

Unexpectedly, the other party not only refused to make any concessions, but also verbally abused and insulted us in every possible way when we went to negotiate."

Lu Tianhao's face was as gloomy as water, and he asked with cold eyes, "What did they say?" His low and majestic voice seemed to be able to penetrate people's souls.

The intelligence officer standing nearby looked pale and ugly, with even some cold sweat on his forehead.

He took a deep breath and then slowly replied, "The Kawato Prefecture's army is extremely arrogant and their words are full of provocation.

They were shouting shamelessly, asking our troops to rush over and snatch the people if they really had the ability, instead of just talking nonsense and bluffing here!

And…” At this point, the intelligence officer paused for a moment, a hint of anger appearing on his face.

"And what? Tell me quickly!" Lu Tianhao frowned and urged impatiently.

The intelligence officer gritted his teeth and continued,

“And they just want to beat up those unarmed innocent people, and openly shoot those hardliners who dare to resist.

I just want to see how our National Salvation Army dares to be angry but not to speak out.

If our soldiers had not had the iron will and discipline to suppress the anger in their hearts, they would have fought to the death with the enemy regardless of the consequences.

Now, many generals in the border areas have sent urgent telegrams, unanimously requesting you, Marshal.

Even if we cannot launch a full-scale attack on Kawato Prefecture immediately, we must at least find a way to rescue the trapped people!"

A general stood up suddenly with an angry face. He widened his eyes and looked straight at Lu Tianhao who was sitting above him, and asked in an urgent and firm tone.

"Marshal! Please give the order quickly! We, the National Salvation Army, can no longer tolerate this. We must teach those lawless bastards a severe lesson!"

At this moment, Wang Hui on the side felt extremely complicated and heavy.

All along, he has tried his best to dissuade Lu Tianhao from taking action against Chuandu Prefecture rashly. His original intention was to minimize the casualties and various damages caused by the civil war.

However, the situation has changed dramatically now.

Those guys in Kawato Prefecture were so cruel that they attacked innocent civilians and openly used this to provoke the National Salvation Army. This is really intolerable.

Wang Hui took a deep breath and spoke slowly with a serious expression.

"General, since the Chuandu Prefecture is so reckless and has taken the initiative to provoke us, we don't need to have any more concerns.

I suggest that we adjust the focus of our next military operation to a full-scale and fierce offensive against Kawato Prefecture.

As for those bandits and the multinational coalition forces, we can just contain them for the time being.

In this way, we can concentrate our superior forces to quickly resolve the major threat at hand - Kawato Prefecture, while ensuring that there are no major loopholes on other fronts."

After saying that, Wang Hui stared at Lu Tianhao with sharp eyes, waiting for him to make the final decision.

Lu Tianhao's cold but firm voice swept over like a cold wind, "No need!

Now we have such a large number of troops that we can cope with the situation of fighting on both sides.

The most urgent task is to immediately order all major units to quickly report their exact number of personnel.

We also need to count the city defense troops in various places."

Wang Hui asked, "Should we also count our militia?"

Lu Tianhao nodded, "Then let's do some statistics as well.

What I want to know now is how many combat-capable troops we have in our National Salvation Army?

In this campaign, I have made up my mind to launch an all-round attack on Kawato Prefecture, the bandits, and the multinational coalition forces!"

His words revealed an unquestionable majesty and determination, as if the entire battlefield was under his control.