The fiefdom increases by 1 soldier in 1 second, and the empress kneels down and begs not to rebel

On January 4th, at 1:30 in the morning, in the meeting hall at the deepest part of the third floor of the Royal Castle.

The silver-white tin-pot kerosene lamp hanging on the sandstone wall emitted a dim light. Perhaps due to the depressing atmosphere, the faces of the ten imperial generals sitting at the long brown walnut table were extremely gloomy, even to the point of being black.

Grayish-white smoke floated over the long table. Imperial Army Field Marshal Wolfgang, who was smoking a pipe, raised his head and looked at von Paalen, the only person standing in front of the long table.

He had his back to the crowd, looking at the federal maritime map on the wall, while his guard captain Bormann stood upright beside the map, his body pressed against the wall, his eyes hidden under the brim of his hat were as gloomy and fierce as a wolf's.

Thinking of the discussions that took place in the conference hall after the hastily concluded speech, Wolfgang felt particularly suffocated.

The discussion revolved around the Yan people who suddenly arrived at the Star Islands. After an hour of intense conversation, a result that was accepted by most people was reached two minutes ago.

The fleet sent by the Empire to attack the Yan Kingdom was completely wiped out due to some unknown factors. After the people of Yan Kingdom received some intelligence about the Empire, they chose to launch a counterattack with their fleet.

The news that the Yan people were approaching the Star Islands happened ten days ago. During this period, a lot of things must have happened. Now, a grim fact is before us.

After losing Adam's fleet, the Federation's naval power has suffered huge damage. The Yan people are coming with their fleet in a menacing manner. Can the naval forces stationed in the Star Islands stop the Yan people's attack?

Thinking of this, Wolfgang looked at Gustav who was sitting next to him.

Ten minutes ago, Gustav had vowed that there would be absolutely no problem with this issue, and that the defense forces of the Star Islands would block any invading enemy outside the Brando Strait.

And now...

"How come we only discovered the trace of the Yan people when they were approaching the Star Islands? We should have discovered it earlier! Aren't there any ships patrolling the sea?" Feng Palen suddenly turned around and said.

As soon as the words fell, everyone's eyes fell on Gustav's face. Gustav, who was sitting in the chair, trembled all over and said in a panic:

"Your Majesty, those days are our festivals, and we are about to enter the New Year. Who...who could have thought that the people of Yan would come here at this time?" Gustav looked annoyed.

Von Palen's face was grim: "This is carelessness and lack of vigilance."

Facing the harsh criticism, Gustaxin felt bitter in his heart. In recent years, has there ever been an overseas country attacking the Federation in the cold winter? This is not a suitable season for fighting, not to mention that the country of Yan people is still far away overseas.

Although he was distressed, Gustav knew that making excuses would only make the emperor more angry. What he needed to do now was to resolve the crisis, so he immediately said:

"Yes, Your Majesty is right. We have indeed been slack."

"But you can rest assured. The Star Islands have sufficient defenses, and there is our fleet in the strait. Even if the Yan people try to attack the Star Islands, they will only taste failure."

Feng Palen frowned and said coldly:

"The fact that the Yan people dare to bring their fleet here at this time shows that they must have prepared for a long time. It takes more than two months to sail from their country to our continent. It is obvious that they have prepared enough troops and supplies, otherwise they would never come here at this time."

"Whatever the reason, the fleets of Adelman and Charlyan disappeared. Our current navy..."

"Gustav, can we defeat the Yan Kingdom fleet by fighting at sea?"

Gustav stood up quickly and answered without thinking, "We can definitely defeat them!"

"My fleet is in the Brando Strait and is currently under the command of Sebastian. He will definitely lead his fleet to defeat the Yan people!"

"There is also the Iron Wall Fleet led by Chick in the strait. Once the Yan people launch an attack on the Star Islands, our fleet will quickly provide support and work together with the troops on the Star Islands to defeat the Yan people's attack!"

Von Palen remained silent, and Gustav immediately said:

"The Star Archipelago has sufficient defenses. Not only do they have solid fortifications, but they also have a considerable number of guards. The Yan people have been traveling for more than two months to arrive in this completely unfamiliar sea area. They have no advantages other than their own army, while we have many favorable conditions."

"As long as they launch an attack on the Star Islands, our army will be able to respond. In my opinion, we can not only resolve their offensive, but even cause them huge casualties."

"Sebastian and Chick can cooperate with each other, lead the fleet at the right time, and use clever tactics, and they will definitely be able to defeat the Yan people!"

After hearing all this, Feng Palen only said:

"Gustav, you have to know."

"If the fleets of Adelman and Xia Liyang were defeated head-on by the Yan people, then the Yan people must have overwhelming naval power."

"That's why I asked you this."

As soon as these words came out, a drop of cold sweat oozed out of Gustav's forehead. He forced a smile and said:

"That...that's unlikely."

"No country in the world today has overwhelming naval power. Even the Sari Kingdom does not have such strength."

"Then how do we explain that the Yan people came to our waters?" Feng Palen frowned.

"Storm, Your Majesty, I just said that only a storm at sea can defeat our fleet. If the Yan people really have overwhelming naval power, they would have appeared all over the world long ago. How could they only appear in our sight in the past two years?"

"It must be the damn storm that caused a disaster, so the Yan people took advantage of the loss of our fleet and launched an attack on our homeland." Gustav said firmly.

"Is there such a storm in winter? Not only did it destroy the coalition fleet, but it also left the Yan country's fleet safe and sound? Is there such a coincidence?"

The sudden words made Gustav's face freeze, and he turned to look at the person who spoke.

The speaker was General Paddington, who had a bullet scar on his left cheek. Less than 35 years old, he was already the commander-in-chief of the Third Army, which had more than a dozen divisions under his command. On weekdays, he was always stationed in the Ankahaus Province in the north of the Federation. It was only during this year's 12th Anniversary Imperial Celebration that he found time to return to Salivia.

"It's unlikely. The Lord can't stand behind the Yan people and help them do these things."

"This is a failed naval battle. I think we should not have too many illusions and should accept the reality that the Yan people have stronger naval power."

Following Paddington's words, General Shirley, the commander of the Second Army, also said this. He was thin and had a feminine face with deep eye sockets. He glanced at Gustav, then turned his gaze to von Paalen and said:

"Your Majesty, I think we all have to face a reality..."

"Our navy is indeed the weak link in the military."