Chapter 592, Surrender Battle Group_2

Generally speaking, the Alliance has never needed to face Ironclad alone.

And if we were to factor in the forces committed along all three fronts of the Empire, Ironclad wouldn't even be worth comparing.

The Empire is merely sluggish, burdened with pressures in various territories. It's not genuinely weak or powerless.

If we drag this out, agitate the Empire's sluggish nerves, and force it to prioritize resolving this situation at all costs—pulling troops from all corners to respond—then what does Ironclad have to compete with the Empire's war potential?

Its sheer size is crushing.

Pursuing immediate offensives only satisfies certain political interests. From a military perspective, delay—waiting until your strength grows to secure an indisputable victory—is key.

True political interests are ultimately achieved through winning battles; everything else is just for show.

Because he considers multiple factors, Gu Hang is never in a rush.