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

Boudica shook her head, indicating that she had not asked them to do so.

I just told them when I would arrive, and they came to greet me.

Boudica hadn't expected them to come and greet her in person.

Xiao Ce gave a wry smile: "Budica, they probably all think I'm going to attack the Slavic countries, and they've heard the news that I've brought quite a few people... They're eager to get a piece of the pie. I wonder what their attitude will be when they find out I'm going to attack the Fusang countries."

Boudica wasn't too surprised by Xiao Ce's expression.

In fact, from Xiao Ce's reactions these past few days, Boudica knew that Xiao Ce was probably determined to fight this battle.

Boudica and Xiao Ce had previously argued, and Boudica offered his opinion, which was based on his own view.

However, now that Xiao Ce has made his decision, Boudica will support him unconditionally.

"No matter who you hit, they probably won't react much. They'll all be happy for the time being..."

Boudica paused for a moment, then added, "Of course, once the Illuminati really gets going, they'll probably all change their tune."

Xiao Ce shook his head: "I don't care what those people think... I care about what your uncle Brian thinks."

Boudica listened to Xiao Ce's words and nodded with a smile: "My uncle shares the same view as I did before!"

Before Xiao Ce could speak, Boudica said, "Of course, I have a way to persuade him."

Xiao Ce was still somewhat surprised by Boudica's attitude: "Oh? Weren't you...?"

Boudica smiled and said, "Your Highness, is there a saying here, 'A woman follows her husband wherever he goes, whether he's a chicken or a dog...' Since I am your woman, even if you were to jump into that abyss, I would follow you."

Hearing Boudica's words, Xiao Ce was initially moved, then said, "You said 'marry a chicken, follow the chicken; marry a dog, follow the dog' isn't a nice phrase..."

Boudica smiled at Xiao Ce and said, "That's exactly what I mean."

As they were talking, Xiao Ce took Boudica's hand and walked downstairs.

These foreigners greeted Xiao Ce in their respective languages.

Xiao Ce responded in their own language.

This made the foreigners feel very welcome.

Xiao Ce and Brian Carter shared a big hug at the end.

"Lord Brian, thank you for taking care of Boudica and... my friend."

Brian Carter politely replied to Xiao Ce, "It's part of my duty..."

Xiao Ce then asked why everyone had come to greet him.

That's a bit too enthusiastic...

Brian Carter said to Xiao Ce, "Your Highness, the King of the Northern Desert, you are about to expand our territory... This is naturally a very good thing for us. We are naturally very happy to see this happen..."

As they spoke, they invited Xiao Ce inside.

After everyone was seated in the main hall, they followed Boudica's instructions.

They first inquired with Xiao Ce about where he was going to fight this time, making such a big fuss.

Xiao Ce replied that it was during the time when they were attacking Fusang.

Aside from Brian Carter's less-than-pleasant expression, the others initially showed surprise, but then didn't express anything further.

In their view, Xiao Ce's deployment of so many troops to attack Fusang was truly like using a sledgehammer to crack a nut.

However, it didn't matter to them.

After exchanging pleasantries, they figured as long as there was profit to be made, that was fine.

Brian Carter was quite sensible and didn't make things difficult for Xiao Ce. After some pleasantries, they had a meal together.

Xiao Ce found these foreigners to be both complex and simple.

Their purpose this time was not to find out who Xiao Ce wanted to fight or how he wanted to fight. They had absolutely no interest in those things.

They don't want to know these things; they just want to know how much benefit they can gain in the end.

They were just there to follow Xiao Ce and confirm their interests.

Furthermore, they had Xiao Ce sign an agreement so that they could share the profits later.

Apart from that, they don't care about anything else.

Xiao Ce thought this was a good thing.

It was only after several rounds of drinks that Brian Carter said he wanted to talk to Xiao Ce alone.

Boudica, looking slightly nervous, wanted to follow.

Brian Carter then said to Boudica, "Boudica, do you think I would eat him?"

Boudica smiled and waved her hand, as if she wanted to say something more.

Xiao Ce then said to Boudica, "Don't worry, whatever Uncle does is for our own good... We'll talk it over..."

As he spoke, Xiao Ce looked at Boudica with unwavering eyes: "What? Don't you believe me?"

Boudica shook her head.

Brian Carter smiled and affectionately put his arm around Xiao Ce's shoulder.

After arriving at the door, Da Lei wisely refrained from going in.

Brian Carter watched as Xiao Ce sat down.

Instead of speaking, he started grinding coffee for Xiao Ce.

After a while of fussing, they finally poured two cups of coffee.

"You've definitely never tried this before! Give it a try."

Xiao Ce thought to himself that in his past life, he really did rely on this 'ox and horse water' to sustain his energy for a day.

Xiao Ce smiled and said, "I've had coffee before."

As he spoke, Xiao Ce picked up his coffee cup, took a sip, and then gave a very professional critique.

Listening to Xiao Ce's comments, Brian Carter looked at Xiao Ce's expression and said, "Looks like you really have a lot to drink... Every time we meet, I feel like you can give me a different kind of surprise."

Xiao Ce smiled at Brian Carter and then said, "That's because you don't know me very well... If you knew more about me, you would know that I've always been a rather dull person..."

Brian Carter smiled and got to the point: "Xiao Ce, Boudica has already told you about Fusang, hasn't she?"

Xiao Ce took a sip of coffee and nodded.

Brian Carter said with a smile, "So you've decided to make this choice after all."

Xiao Ce smiled. "I didn't really have a better choice. I either chose to be enslaved by the Illuminati, or I chose to fight against them..."

"Obviously, I won't choose the first option!"

Brian Carter continued, "Because you're someone who doesn't like being enslaved or controlled?"

Xiao Ce shook his head: "That's not quite it. Actually, we are all born being controlled by others... Every decision you make is your own. In fact, behind all of this is the guidance of the Creator..."

Xiao Ce's cryptic words made Brian Carter fall into deep thought.

After carefully considering his words, Brian Carter said to Xiao Ce, "What you said really makes one think deeply."

Xiao Ce continued, "Of course, I also dislike being enslaved. My bigger reason is that what the Illuminati wants to do is also what I want to do... In that case, we definitely can't be allies! Since we're not friends, we can only be rivals."

"Now, I have formed an alliance with the Slavic Kingdom. The Turkic Kingdom is also under my control, and the Western Regions Kingdom is also a steadfast ally. With your covert assistance, half of the Indian Kingdom has also been brought under my control, and as for the other half, if I wish, I can help my uncle take it all into your possession!"

"If we take over Japan, I will become the largest country in East Asia! The Illuminati's influence will likely only be in your western region! Therefore, this opportunity is excellent for me..."

"If the Fusang Kingdom, supported by the Illuminati, grows powerful and continues to invade other East Asian countries, our situation will become even more difficult... Therefore, this war must be fought, and it must be fought decisively..."

I thought Brian Carter would disagree with Xiao Ce's opinion.

"Good! You're right... It seems I really underestimated you. Your courage is greater than I imagined! I support you! Xiao Ce, whatever you do, I will definitely support you wholeheartedly!"

Xiao Ce said to Brian Carter, "You're not..."

Brian Carter then wore a meaningful smile.

Xiao Ce suddenly realized, and then said to Brian Carter, "Uncle, are you testing me? That's why you said those things along with Boudica?"

Brian Carter's smile widened as he said to Xiao Ce, "Not bad... Xiao Ce, I didn't misjudge you. I want to see how you handle such a powerful opponent. After all, the Illuminati is very powerful; their influence is felt throughout Britain, including Boudica's family and the Targaryens."

"If you want revenge for Boudica, the Illuminati is an unavoidable place! So, I want to see your courage. It seems my sister is protecting Boudica from heaven, letting him meet a good man..."

Xiao Ce had actually considered many things, and indeed overlooked these points.

"So, if I choose to back down... what would you do?"

Brian Carter's gaze was resolute: "Boudica will definitely seek revenge, so I will take Boudica away and will not help you. I will help Boudica take revenge in my own way..."

Xiao Ce said to Brian Carter, "Even if the other party is the 'Illuminati'?"

Brian Carter chuckled and said, "That's right... and there are many ways to get revenge..."

Xiao Ce had a different opinion about Brian Carter.

"So what do you think of my opinion?"

Brian Carter said, “Of course! This is indeed your best opportunity. The only thing you need to worry about now is whether the Illuminati will infiltrate the Slavic countries. According to Boudica, the Turkic and Western Regions, although they still use their original systems, are now completely under your control. You control them economically…”

"They've been forced to be tied to you... It won't be easy for them to cut ties with you."

After listening to Brian Carter's words, Xiao Ce smiled and nodded: "Indeed!"

"However, as far as I know, that Slavic country is an independent sovereign state... Although their country is large, it has many internal problems."

Xiao Ce said to Brian Carter, "Are you afraid they'll be infiltrated by the Illuminati?"

Brian Carter nodded.

Xiao Ce laughed: "To be honest, I still hope they'll be infiltrated by the Illuminati..."

Brian Carter was increasingly puzzled.

Xiao Ce said, "The Slavic Tsar is considered a wise ruler, one in a million, in their Slavic Empire. The fact that he was able to unify these countries shows his strength."

"I've always needed an ally who isn't too powerful and who I can rely on. If the Illuminati could find the Slavic nations and support them... then internal divisions would inevitably occur within them..."

"If things fall apart, they'll need us even more. You know what I mean?"

Brian Carter nodded and smiled slightly at Xiao Ce: "Understood...Understood...Your Highness, you truly are a remarkable person...It seems my worries were unnecessary..."

"Then why don't you hand over all of this to your people... instead of leaving these colonies to me?"

Xiao Ce said to Brian Carter, "First, you are Boudica's uncle. Before you knew about Boudica, you were still able to get along with the Targaryens. Now that you know about Boudica's experiences, it should be very difficult for you to get along with the Targaryen family."

"Secondly, the main reason is that India is too vast. And the population is too large... I can control the Turks and the Western Regions, but after all, they haven't reached the level of a superpower yet... so I can control them. But their territory is too vast and their population is too large. If another extraordinary person emerges, or if the Illuminati extends its reach here..."

“They only need to replicate the path I took with Xiao Kingdom, and their Tianzhu Kingdom can rise... After I split them in two, the people of Tianzhu Kingdom inside lost their ports and became easier for me to control.”

"And Uncle, you can develop your career here. No matter what, you'll be a colony of Britain in the future... The Illuminati will definitely have some concerns. At that time, I hope to put on a show with you, so that the Westerners always feel that you are a thorn in their side, someone they can't remove... to create the image that you are very capable and irreplaceable, and they will then entrust you with important responsibilities."

Brian Carter nodded: "I understand. You still need me to acquire Western technology? And materials, and so on... So, I still need to contact them, Britain?"