Deposed Crown Prince: After three years of service on the frontier, the entire court knelt and begge

When Cassivs saw Xiao Ce's smile, he knew that everything was under control...

At that moment, Victor King, who had been silent until now, stood up from behind and said directly, "Esteemed clan leaders! The blueprint outlined by the Grand Master is the only way for the West to survive in this chaotic era."

"The power of integration will give us back the confidence to confront East Asia! And the Chairman's promise of guaranteed benefits shows unprecedented respect for our Western traditions and heritage! Are we going to sit idly by and watch ourselves fall apart, waiting to become fish on East Asia's chopping block?"

The people in the hall were actually filled with immense fear!

But the immense temptation before him and the fear within him tore at each other and weighed them repeatedly.

Nie Bing's promises were undeniably generous, her blueprint undeniably enticing, and the power she demonstrated was immense!

It certainly has a powerful deterrent effect.

More importantly, Xiao Ce's "East Asian Alliance" model precedes it, like an invisible hand reaching out from the void!

They are forced to choose between "slow death" and "a desperate last stand".

As everyone sized each other up...

Chief Golux slowly stood up.

The venerable patriarch's Adam's apple bobbed, his voice hoarse yet exceptionally firm: "President... your plans and commitments are truly admirable. The Gollux family is willing to contribute to the New Western Alliance and shoulder our responsibilities in the new order!"

His statement at this moment represents the most stubborn skeptics, and his stance has the significance of a weather vane.

Following them were the patriarch of the Rust family, the patriarch of the Oaks family, and the representative of the Southern Sla Empire...

One by one, they stood up.

With promised benefits secured, immense fears found an outlet, and the prospect of expansionary dividends served as a tempting lure.

"The Seren family seconds this!"

"The Fick family seconds this!"

"The Brad family seconded it!"

...

Ultimately, all eyes fell on Cassivs Aurelius, the seemingly neutral and composed but actually prominent leader of a Roman family.

It's important to know that they all know very well that the only person on this side who doesn't want to interfere in national affairs is Aurelius.

Cassies took a deep breath and slowly stood up.

He glanced at "Sean" who was still sitting upright beside him, and then turned his gaze to Nie Bing in the main seat.

Cassivs already had the answer in his heart!

"The Aurelius family!"

His voice was steady and powerful, carrying a calmness honed through countless trials!

"Since our ancestors, our family creed has always prioritized profit! We understand all too well that interests without the power to protect them cannot withstand scrutiny..."

"Therefore, we believe in the fusion of power and the contract of interests."

"The blueprint for the Western Alliance presented by the Chairman truly demonstrates wisdom in its strategic vision, showcasing the immense power it embodies, the comprehensive protection of its interests, and the exquisite balance it strikes in respecting tradition. My Aurelius family is willing to be a member of the Western Alliance! We are willing to contribute our family's strength to jointly build an iron wall against the threat from the East!"

A clear, cold smile finally appeared on Nie Bing's pretty face, like a ray of sunlight breaking through the ice in winter, but without any warmth.

She succeeded.

Although the process was far more difficult than expected, at least for this moment, driven by both fear and enormous interests, the fragmented West was temporarily forcibly squeezed together.

"Very good!" Nie Bing's voice regained its unquestionable authority, while also carrying a hint of decisiveness!

"The foundation of the Illuminati and the Twelve Families—the Western Alliance—is now established! Victor and Edwight, get to work immediately! Using the decisions made by the families present today as a template, finalize the detailed rules of the alliance agreement within three days!"

"The primary terms will be implemented immediately: integrate industries and establish the United Trade System (UTS)! Convene the monarchical councils of all nations, and I will personally expound the essence of 'sovereignty resides in the alliance, governance resides in the nation'! The Western Alliance is officially launched!"

Just then, her gaze swept over Sean Aurelius (Xiao Ce), who was sitting quietly next to Cassivs. Sean Aurelius (Xiao Ce) had a smile on his face, and there was no indication that he had any problems.

When Nie Bing looked at him, Xiao Ce naturally felt her burning gaze.

Xiao Ce then gave Nie Bing a bright smile and a look of admiration in his eyes.

Nie Bing was somewhat surprised to see Xiao Ce looking at her so calmly and smiling.

He thought to himself that he was probably overthinking things!

Inside the stone hall, the candlelight flickered, illuminating faces that were both relieved and full of ambition.

A Western alliance, held together by enormous interests, is beginning to take shape under Nie Bing's strong leadership and precise division of interests.

Just then, Nie Bing raised his glass and repeated what he had just said: "Many grains of sand make a tower!"

Everyone chimed in, raising their glasses. "Many a little makes a mickle!"

As Nie Bing began to speak, the atmosphere started to warm up.

At this moment, Victor King addressed the assembled family patriarchs, saying, "Patriarchs, you can handle the royal families and nobles of your respective countries, right...?"

After hearing Viktor King's words, the group laughed and said, "Vice President, you can rest assured... They'll agree to such good terms. Besides, the President has already considered everything perfectly for them. If they object again, wouldn't they be asking for trouble?"

Upon hearing this, other family heads chimed in, saying, "That's right, not only that, those royal families, dependent on the Illuminati and families like ours, they had no choice..."

Everyone expressed their own opinions.

After exchanging a few words, they all looked at Cassievis simultaneously.

Cassivs, seeing their gazes, naturally knew what they were worried about.

Because the Aurelius family has always kept its distance from royal and political affairs...

Therefore, they seem to have some control over Aurelius's control over the Roman imperial family.

Seeing the eager gazes of the crowd, Cassivs spoke up, "Gentlemen, although our Aurelius family does not participate in state affairs, we have always maintained good relations with the Roman imperial family..."

"Furthermore, the chairman has offered such a good policy; it would be problematic if they didn't accept it. In fact, they would have agreed to the policy without us saying a word... It's beneficial to them. Because we all know what kind of situation we'll face after Xiao Ce's East Asian army arrives, how we'll be divided up..."

"So, there's no need to worry. Although the royal family didn't come, their leaders aren't stupid; they'll all know to make the right choice..."

After Cassivs said that, Nie Bing nodded and said, "That's right, exactly..."

Everyone nodded in agreement, and the atmosphere quickly became relaxed and lively.

Their initial worries and concerns about Nie Bing have been dispelled.

Just then, Nie Bing continued, "Everyone, for now, this is how it is. The specific implementation details still need to be discussed. After the clan leaders have spoken with the royal families of each country and they have agreed, you will first take over the armies of each country, and then we will proceed with the next step of the plan."

After hearing Nie Bing's words, everyone present nodded in agreement.

Just then, Nie Bing looked at Brad again.

"Chief Brad, there are still many remnants of Xiao Ce and his associates within the British Empire... Although the Sion family has temporarily seized control of the entire British Empire, it is the place most deeply poisoned by Xiao Ce and Yin Pan'er's spread of the concept of equality for all. The people of the British Empire are the easiest to associate with them. You need to go and help them stabilize the British Empire..."

After hearing Nie Bing's words, the patriarch of the Brad family nodded: "President, I will..."

As she spoke, Nie Bing glanced at Ed White to the side.

Ed White nodded knowingly, then glanced at a guard standing nearby.

Upon seeing this, the guards brought up a stack of portraits without saying a word and then distributed them to each family member.

"Gentlemen, these individuals are the most crucial factor in whether our alliance can succeed..."

"If these individuals are still around, they will definitely undermine our alliance. Therefore, I hope there will be a nationwide manhunt for them throughout the West..."

As Nie Bing spoke, she began to talk while holding up Xiao Ce's portrait: "This person is Xiao Ce, the man I mentioned who created a legend in East Asia. His evil clutches had already reached into the West. The fall of Lingas City was thanks to him, and he even corrupted the Illuminati..."

"This is enough to prove this man's capabilities, therefore, he is of paramount importance. If someone can capture Xiao Ce, our Illuminati will make an exception and grant him the opportunity to establish the Illuminati's thirteenth family..."

These words immediately caused an uproar among the people present.

The thirteenth family—its prestige is self-evident.

This reward is better than giving a king...

"Of course, there's one condition: they must be alive!"

Everyone nodded in agreement, then looked at the portrait of Xiao Ce in their hands, their eyes filled with greed.

If the thirteenth family were to obtain the qualification, and one of their families were to be split up or their closest family were to be supported, then they could reap huge benefits.

Seeing the fervor in everyone's eyes, Nie Bing nodded and continued, "Next up is Yin Pan'er. She is Xiao Ce's wife. This woman is also very resourceful. If we can capture her, we will be able to capture Xiao Ce's weakness."

"Secondly, this person is called Da Lei, and there is another person called Xiao Yue. These people are Xiao Ce's most trusted confidants. Capturing these people is the way to indirectly capture Xiao Ce. You must put a reward on these portraits. The ultimate goal is to capture Xiao Ce."

Upon hearing Nie Bing's words, members of several families nodded in agreement: "So, once we capture Xiao Ce, we won't have to fear the East Asian Empire anymore, right? Then, won't we be able to dismantle the East Asian Alliance without firing a single shot?"

Nie Bing overheard these family patriarchs saying this, and realized that this family patriarch was once again trying to take a shortcut...

Thinking of this, Nie Bing shook her head: "Of course not. The reason I'm wary of the East Asian alliance is because after Xiao Ce established these rules within the alliance, he became a figure of almost religious faith. Faith only requires reverence... he doesn't need to operate it. Therefore, the East Asian alliance doesn't need any operational interface at all..."

"Therefore, I have repeatedly said that we must capture him alive. Only by capturing Xiao Ce alive can we get him to dismantle their East Asian Alliance. So, we must not kill Xiao Ce... because if Xiao Ce dies, I fear it will provoke a frenzied retaliation from the East Asian world..."

Everyone nodded in agreement with Nie Bing's words.

However, Xiao Ce remained noncommittal about what Nie Bing had said.

They want the prisoners alive; they definitely have other uses for them.

Because the original owner had many opportunities to kill him before, but he didn't.

Xiao Ce felt that this body held some kind of secret...

The people on this side nodded in agreement, while Cassie and Kate, standing to the side, suppressed their curiosity...

He didn't go to see Xiao Ce.

Just then, the door to the main hall where Nie Bing was located was suddenly pushed open.

The sudden scene made everyone look towards the door.

There stood a masked person at the door, and the mask he wore was exactly the same as the masks worn by the two people behind Nie Bing.

This person seemed to have no manners. After entering, he glanced around and walked directly towards Nie Bing.

Nie Bing was somewhat surprised to see this person coming over.

He ignored everyone present and walked towards the person who was approaching.

The two walked to the side and whispered something to each other.

Those present couldn't hear it at all.

Xiao Ce knew something was going on, so at that moment he summoned Ling Xu with a thought and asked Ling Xu to eavesdrop.

Anyway, when Lingxu explained his abilities to Xiao Ce, he mentioned that he had the ability to eavesdrop.

However, the distance wasn't far, only about ten meters around... Although Xiao Ce had never figured out how Lingxu, a digital life form, managed to do it... it must be inextricably linked to the ring that served as his vessel.

It would be very useful to use now...