Chapter 18: Dimension Reduction Strike_2

Lu Yuanming immediately felt a headache coming on. Why did everyone seem to covet his body?

With a sense of resignation, Lu Yuanming massaged his temples and said, "I need you to make plans, gather intelligence, and prepare. After this battle, act in the capacity of my territory's diplomat to engage the urban warlords within Mian Guo—those who are relatively strong and not mere bandits. At the same time, try to make contact with the government of Sang Country through the Zhang Family Marquis Mansion as an intermediary, showing goodwill to both these warlords and the government of Sang Country to secure a safety period for our territory. I require at least three months without warfare, but of course, we must not grovel, engage in vassalage, or accept a deficit in moral high ground. That's about it. Succeed, and you will have performed a great service."

Zhang Xiaoting then began to consider the matter seriously. After some thought, she asked, "My direct subordinates?"