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He stood up straight again, his gaze sharply sweeping over everyone present. "This is why I propose that we need to immediately increase our forces. I not only request each region to strengthen border defenses, but also ask all of you to complete a new round of military mobilization in the next three months."
Lasso walked to the front of the platform, lowering his voice as if to have a heartfelt conversation with everyone. "I understand this will be an extremely difficult choice. The plague has already cost us too much, but we must make a decision: whether to see the plague as our enemy that destroys us, or to transform it into an opportunity to unite our national spirit."
He paused for a moment, his eyes becoming more determined: "I choose the latter. I choose to make this crisis an opportunity for us to unite and prove our worth. I choose war, because only through war can we demonstrate the true superiority of Cyrus!"
The entire hall fell into a moment of silence, then erupted into a flood of applause and cheers. Lasso smiled, bowed to everyone, and then slowly walked off the stage. He knew that this decision not only changed his destiny, but also paved a new and perilous path for the future of Cyrus.
As the torch in the council extinguished, Silas City-State plunged into a frenzy to symbolize the unanimous decision of all the council members to go to war.
The warriors began sharpening their swords and spears, polishing their armor to a shine. In the city-state's training grounds, soldiers nervously lined up for drills, the clash of metal and stone against the ground creating a deafening noise. The drill sergeant bellowed loudly, occasionally using a stick to discipline unruly recruits.
In the Macol etplaces and squares, people gather in groups, eagerly discussing the impending war. Nobles and wealthy merchants openly express their support, even providing financial sponsorship for the army. Inspired by a sense of patriotism, young men from the streets and alleys flock to the military camps to join what is seen as a just war.
However, amidst this tide of enthusiasm, there are also many who speak in hushed tones. Scholars in academies debate the unnecessary nature of this war and the potential disasters it may bring. Monks in temples pray for the impending bloodshed and chaos, with more and more offerings being placed before the statues of deities.
Some elderly citizens, who had experienced the pain of a previous war, sat at home, looking out with worried eyes at the young people outside. They knew that once the war drums sounded, there would be many mothers shedding tears and many children becoming orphans.
Cyrus, this ancient city-state, seems to be standing at a major turning point. Every person, whether cheering for war or silently praying, knows deep down that they will be a part of the impending great change.
Neil adjusted the screen settings and immediately cast his gaze upon the ancient and mysterious city-state of Agnes. Before him, a vibrant and colorful live feed appeared.
Inside a massive stone building - the council chamber of Agnes - several government officials and diplomatic envoys were seated in a tense circle. Various maps and documents were spread out in front of them, with an intricate sand table model at the center, adorned with small flags representing military forces from different factions. The envoys furrowed their brows, occasionally gesturing emphatically or pointing at the sand table, discussing tactics and strategies.
Neil noticed that Agnes's representatives not only met with envoys from neighboring city-states, but also with special envoys from more distant regions. Judging from their serious and anxious expressions, they undoubtedly all hoped to avoid being caught in a vulnerable position in the upcoming conflict. Some envoys embraced each other after the negotiations, indicating that some kind of agreement or consensus had been reached.
However, as a military power, Agnes did not only rely on diplomatic efforts. The surveillance equipment quickly switched to the outskirts of the city-state, revealing a vast training ground in Neil's field of vision. Thousands of soldiers were engaged in intensive training: some were sweating profusely in sword and shield drills, others were shooting arrows with precision at the archery range, and still others were demonstrating superb horsemanship. The high morale, orderly formations, and strict discipline couldn't help but evoke a strong sense of readiness for battle.
Neil was most shocked by the change in Agnes's policy towards the slave class. In this strictly stratified society, slaves are usually seen as beings unworthy of rights. However, the government has now publicly announced that any slave willing to join the army will be granted freedom. This news spread like lightning both inside and outside the city. Not only slaves, but also many poor and marginalized people responded, willing to take up arms to fight for their future.
Neil cannot help but feel pressure and heaviness, filled with contradictions and confusion. Agnes's large-scale mobilization and new policy will undoubtedly make the impending war even more unpredictable and complex. More importantly, this means that more innocent lives will be drawn into this seemingly unavoidable bloody conflict.
Here, the two neighboring countries are becoming increasingly tense. Although they have not officially declared war, there have been several small-scale conflicts in the border areas, and the hostility between the two countries is growing. Rumors in the alleys, newspaper headlines, and even children playing can feel the strong atmosphere of war.
Agnes takes pride in its infantry, which is exceptionally well-trained, and every soldier is familiar with various complex tactics. They frequently launch harassment attacks in the hills and forests, keeping the residents and military of Cyrus in a constant state of tension. When night falls, Agnes's special forces cross the border, setting fires, looting, and even kidnapping residents as hostages on Cyrus's land. Every sunrise reveals more fields burned, homes destroyed, fueling anger and fear towards Agnes among the people of Cyrus.
At the same time, Cyrus takes pride in its navy. Their ships are a highly skilled and experienced naval force. Cyrus's navy excels not only in large-scale naval battles but also in gaining the upper hand in small-scale coastal conflicts. Their warships and cruisers would suddenly appear in the coastal areas of Agnes, launching attacks on ports, fishing boats, and even civilian homes. They would also land and plunder, leaving the coastal residents of Agnes living in a constant state of terror.
The naval commanders of Cyrus always carefully choose the timing and targets of their attacks. They would strike Agnes's seaports on dark and stormy nights or in heavy fog, disrupting the city's economy and supply lines. These actions have fueled strong animosity towards Cyrus among the residents of Agnes.
In this context, there is mutual suspicion and hostility between the two countries, and as time goes on, these emotions will only escalate. Agnes's infantry and Cyrus's navy have become the pride and symbol of their respective countries, but they have also become the spark that pushes the two countries to the brink of full-scale war. It only takes a small misjudgment or an accidental confrontation to completely lose control of the situation. Therefore, in such a tense and uneasy environment, everyone is waiting for that moment to come, and they know deeply that the impending war will be a disaster with no winners.
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