The pleas from Narcissus Kingdom, Periwinkle Kingdom, and Jiasi Kingdom were ignored by Salvia Kingdom under these circumstances.
It wasn't until two days later that Salvia Kingdom finally came back to its senses and had the energy to respond to the three kingdoms' pleas.
But by this time, too much time had already been wasted. Plumera Kingdom had already taken over two-thirds of the three kingdoms' territories. Dahlia Kingdom had also occupied two-thirds of Jiasi Kingdom's cities, and as for Narcissus Kingdom, it had almost been completely taken by Gladiolus Kingdom.
Inside Salvia's imperial capital
In a heavily guarded and lavish mansion, an old man sitting in the highest seat looked like he was in his late seventies or eighties, but he was still full of energy and had a powerful presence.
He looked down at the kneeling envoys from Periwinkle Kingdom, Narcissus Kingdom, and Jiasi Kingdom with a very impatient expression.
"I've heard enough. Periwinkle Kingdom and Jiasi Kingdom, Salvia will send one hundred thousand troops each to support you. Among them, ten thousand are elite soldiers wearing iron-shield armor. Stop crying like a bunch of weaklings. With Salvia's army backing you, your lands will be taken back sooner or later. What's the point of showing such pitiful faces."
The Salvia grand duke seemed to be in a particularly foul mood lately.
The three kingdoms were puzzled. If Salvia had agreed to send troops, why still refuse to allow them into the palace to meet the emperor.
And why were they being received by one of the three grand officials instead of the imperial attendant closest to the emperor.
Still, now that they had secured military aid from Salvia, the desperate leaders of Narcissus Kingdom, Periwinkle Kingdom, and Jiasi Kingdom had no energy to worry about the details. They repeatedly bowed their heads in thanks and promised that once they reclaimed their lands and expelled the invaders, they would increase their annual tributes and give Salvia more rewards.
The Salvia grand duke didn't look any more pleased after hearing this. He continued to issue cold and firm orders.
"Plumera Kingdom's army is in high spirits right now. They must not be fought head-on. Your troops will go first and attract Plumera Kingdom's firepower directly. Salvia's army will then circle around from the far west border and attack from the north."
The royal family of Periwinkle Kingdom paused when they heard this. One of them hesitated and said, "Grand Duke, the northern border belongs to Commander Shu. He's been skilled in warfare since he was young, and he's also an outstanding martial artist. He has never lost a battle and has many capable generals and elite troops.
All these years, Plumera Kingdom has stayed afloat mainly because of him. Even though he stopped involving himself in national affairs after moving north, if we actively attack him then..."
"Cowards. Just a prince from a third-rate kingdom who's not even involved in politics. You're this scared of him. No wonder your so-called powerful kingdom got beaten down so badly by a weak place like Plumera Kingdom. Pathetic."
The royal family of Periwinkle Kingdom didn't expect to be scolded so harshly right after speaking.
His face turned red with shame and anger, but he didn't dare say another word. He just nodded along with the grand duke's instructions.
After finishing with Periwinkle Kingdom, the grand duke looked to Jiasi Kingdom.
"Dahlia Kingdom's strength has surged in the past few months and is now close to becoming a second-tier kingdom. They're not to be underestimated. Your troops from Jiasi Kingdom will also lead the charge and draw fire. Salvia's army will follow soon after."
"Yes."
Finally, the grand duke looked at the most desperate ruler of the three kingdoms, the emperor of Narcissus Kingdom. His expression grew more serious.
"As for Narcissus Kingdom, Salvia's top general will personally lead two hundred thousand troops to face off against Gladiolus Kingdom. The remaining soldiers from Narcissus Kingdom will continue to serve as the frontline."
"Gladiolus Kingdom is not as easy to deal with as the others. Their crown prince also has a divine artifact passed down in their kingdom. But that artifact is nothing compared to our Salvia Kingdom's Divine Mirror."
At that, the grand duke paused. There was a slight chill in his tone, but he took a deep breath and forced it down.
"In the two hundred thousand troops led to Narcissus Kingdom, there will also be twenty thousand elite soldiers in iron-shield armor. When the army arrives, we will crush Gladiolus Kingdom. Then they'll finally understand who is stronger, Salvia or Gladiolus."
The next morning, Elara, who had just taken three cities from Periwinkle Kingdom in a night assault, sat inside the main military tent. She received news that Salvia and Periwinkle Kingdom were planning to circle around from the west and attack from the northern border of Plumera Kingdom, the land ruled by the regent uncle she had never met.
After hearing the news, Elara smiled and said, "That's perfect. I haven't visited my uncle in a while. Now they've given me a good reason to pay him a visit."
After arriving in this world, she still hadn't had the chance to meet that uncle of the Northern Territory, Commander Shu. This time, the invasion by Salvia Kingdom gave her a very appropriate reason to station troops in the north, fully justified. It was urgent and could not be delayed.
Elara put down the brush she had been holding, flung her sleeve, and stood up to look at Damon and Egbert below her.
"Damon, Egbert, listen to my command! The two of you must immediately reorganize the army and horses, and follow me to personally lead two hundred thousand troops into the Northern Territory! I will fight alongside my uncle to resist the army of Salvia Kingdom!"
"Yes, Your Majesty!"