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

Xiao Ce looked at Okamoto Juro, who seemed to have great respect for his elder brother.

Okamoto Juroku didn't waste any time and said directly, "Now that I have control of Siam, I naturally won't hand it over like this!"

Seeing Okamoto Juroku's firm attitude, he subconsciously glanced at Xiao Ce, because Okamoto Juroku's previous letter had not been so resolute.

Now that he's with Xiao Ce, even the most foolish Okamoto Juro could figure out that this matter is related to him.

"Brother, do you think this is feasible? With your tough stance, they might resort to force as well," Okamoto Juro said.

Okamoto Juzo said, "I certainly wouldn't have followed their lead in the past. I would have spoken more gently, and we could also express our own opinions. In the future, we can give up the land of Xiao Kingdom... we only want Siam."

Okamoto Juroku said with an incredulous look on his face, "What? Give up the land of Xiao Kingdom... Isn't this a joke?"

As Okamoto Juzo spoke, he recounted the theory Xiao Ce had mentioned, emphasizing that only what was in his own hands was truly valuable!

After listening, Okamoto Juro said, "Brother, what you're betting on is that they can't actually take down Xiao Kingdom, right?"

Okamoto Juzo said, "Not entirely. Rather, if we could just take over Siam, that would be enough. Their territory is much larger than our Fusang... And everyone knows that Xiao is vast and rich in resources. We all know that if we were to divide Xiao, the result would be essentially the same as when we were in Fusang. We'd still be crammed into one piece of land..."

Before Okamoto Juzo could finish speaking, Okamoto Juzo interrupted him, saying, "Big brother, I understand the logic, but why wouldn't they think of something we all want to do? Why would they agree to it?"

Okamoto Juzo said, "We're only saying we're temporarily in charge... In the long run, if we keep managing it, won't it eventually become ours?"

"Furthermore, they clearly prefer the land of Xiao Kingdom. There are only a few countries left, and they all feel that Siam is similar to Fusang, so they will agree. I just need your agreement now. Our family needs to reach a consensus before we can talk to the others."

After a moment of contemplation, Okamoto Juro nodded: "Big brother, you know. I listen to everything you say. Since you've already made your decision, I will naturally listen to you. However, you should know that after we come here, it won't be the same as when you were in Siam. You need to be mindful of your attitude."

Hearing Okamoto Juro's instructions, Okamoto Juro smiled and said, "Alright, you're even giving me instructions now... Of course I know."

As he spoke, Okamoto Juzo asked about the situation here again.

Okamoto Juroku simply repeated it verbatim.

This includes the matter of the fake Xiao Ce, who was executed.

Xiao Ce thought he had been killed long ago, but he didn't expect it to be delayed until now.

As they spoke, they went directly to the Emperor's residence.

This is also the Emperor's intention.

At this time, Tojo Seisuke and Tokugawa Heiyasu had both arrived.

Okamoto Juro led Okamoto Juro over, and they exchanged pleasantries.

In fact, they all knew very well that although the position of head of the family belonged to Okamoto Jūjū, the person who actually controlled the Okamoto family was always Okamoto Jūzō.

They sat down to talk, and Xiao Ce, as a trusted confidant, stayed behind.

The Emperor and his entourage didn't say much.

The Emperor first praised Okamoto Juzo's achievements in Siam, and then got to the main topic.

"However, Okamoto Juzo, you should know very well that both Siam and the Sulu Kingdom here were acquired through the joint efforts of our Fusang Kingdom. So it's a result of our collective efforts! Do you agree with that?"

Okamoto Juzo smiled slightly at the Emperor: "Your Majesty, I approve. I took over Siam entirely because I discovered many traitors and spies within it. The situation was turbulent, which is why I made that choice."

"If you need it now, I will have no objection and we can start distributing it right now!"

Although the group had heard Okamoto Juro mention it before, they still didn't expect Okamoto Juro to be so straightforward.

Before they could speak, Okamoto Jūroku said, "However, in fact, for the long term, Siam is not suitable for multiple parties to manage. I can take out a map and then divide it into territories for each party. We will give you the profits from those territories."

"However, I think it's best to have someone specifically in charge of this management. Of course, that person doesn't necessarily have to be me... it could be Tojo Seisuke, or Tokugawa Heiyasu, I have no objection to either!"

"However, we cannot manage it from multiple sides. The reason is simple: Siam has a large indigenous population. To rule them, we must have unified policies and orders. Otherwise, others will take advantage of the situation or even try to sow discord. Therefore, my decision was mainly made for our own benefit."

These were all things that Xiao Ce taught Okamoto Jūzō, and it's clear that they've persuaded everyone.

This is just a polite way of putting it, and it's also something they can accept more easily.

That was indeed the case. At first, these people thought that Okamoto Juzo was just making an excuse not to hand over the territory.

However, as they watched Okamoto Juzo take out a map of Siam, which contained detailed data and information about the profits, they realized that the map contained a lot of data.

They finally believed that Okamoto Juzo was sincere.

After explaining the map to himself, Okamoto Juzo said, "Now we can divide it up. I actually made a plan before..."

As he spoke, he began to present several of his proposed division schemes.

Okamoto Juro was dumbfounded, because he couldn't quite understand what his older brother was doing.

On the way here, we were talking about swallowing up the whole of Siam, but now it's about dividing up territory.

These two things are completely contradictory.

However, he chose to believe his older brother and said nothing.

After Okamoto finished speaking, he said, "I think the first option is the fairest, but it's also relative. Of course, it still depends on you."

The Emperor nodded: "Let's go with the first one."

Tojo Seisuke and Tokugawa Heiyasu nodded, indicating that they had no objections.

Okamoto Juzo said, "Then what I said, that one side rules and the rest are responsible for the profits, do you agree?"

These people nodded again.

Okamoto Juzo said, "So who do you think wants to take responsibility? I need to make it clear that taking responsibility for Siam will definitely involve a large part of its power."

No one spoke; they knew very well that their main objective was the Xiao Kingdom.

They had absolutely no interest in Siam.

The Emperor said, “Actually, I have a suggestion. You have been managing the Kingdom of Siam under Okamoto Jūjū, and you have managed it very well. Compared to the Kingdom of Sulu, you have done a much better job. If you are willing, I think you can continue to manage it.”

"As for the profits, you'll be responsible for collecting a portion of the management fees, which will then be transferred to us! What do you think?"

Okamoto Juzo did not rush to answer, but instead looked at Tokugawa Heiyasu and Tojo Seisuke.

Tojo Seisuke said, "I agree. After all, Okamoto Juzo has been operating there for so long, we need to get to know him again when we go there."

Tokugawa Heiyasu naturally nodded: "I agree as well."

Actually, all they want is an attitude.

Okamoto Juzo nodded: "That's fine then, I won't be coy. How about this, I'll take your territory for now, and you don't need to worry, after Xiao Kingdom conquers it, you can exchange your territory in Siam for our Xiao Kingdom's territory! How about that?"

After Okamoto Juzo said that, the expressions on the faces of the others, and the interest in their eyes, immediately ignited.

After all, the land of Xiao Kingdom was extremely precious in their eyes.

"Wouldn't this be too unfair to you?" the Emperor said.

Okamoto Juzo waved his hand and said, "It's alright. Actually, we are divided now, but aren't we one? If Japan is strong, I am strong. If Japan is gone, we will naturally be gone too..."

Okamoto Juzo found that the method Xiao Ce taught him was really useful, so they didn't care so much about his statement about not competing.

In reality, all the Emperor and his people wanted was a gesture.

Whether it was Siam or the Sulu Kingdom, their ultimate goal in conquering this country was to take over the Kingdom of Siam.

Once they captured Xiao, they achieved their goal.

They looked down on countries like Siam and Sulu.

"These are all things for later. So, as you said, you will be in charge of Siam for now. As for the revenue, it will be paid annually," the Emperor said directly.

Okamoto Juzo nodded in agreement. Xiao Ce had told him that the profits would be handled according to his instructions.

No one else had any objections at this point.

Just then, Tojo Seisuke said to the Emperor, "By the way, Your Majesty, Xiao Ce is currently imprisoned on our side. The Illuminati wants him dead. Now, what are you planning to do with him... Should we bring him over here?"

The Emperor shook his head and said, "No need for all that trouble. Don't go through all that trouble. Just make sure he doesn't escape again... You can just kill him over there."

Tojo Seisuke nodded: "Alright, then you should give instructions on when and how to carry out the execution."

Before the Emperor could speak, Tokugawa Heiyasu said, "Let me execute Xiao Ce. He killed so many members of our Tokugawa family. I don't want him to die so easily. I want him to be torn to pieces."

Tojo Seisuke listened to his son's words, knowing he didn't want to do it himself.

They had intended for the Emperor to take the blame, but after he said that, neither the Emperor nor Okamoto said anything.

Fortunately, Tokugawa Heiji did not disappoint him and stepped forward on his own.

Tojo Seisuke nodded: "Of course, Tokugawa Heiyasu, this Xiao Ce caused so many deaths in your Tokugawa family... so we'll leave him to you."

Then, Tojo Seisuke continued to ask the Emperor, "By the way, Your Majesty, would you like to allow the people from the Illuminati to visit?"

The Emperor nodded: "They've already said that we should inform them after we've made our decision. They will send an observation team!"

...

As Xiao Ce listened to their discussion, the feeling of executing 'himself' in this way was quite peculiar.

In fact, since everyone had their own ulterior motives, they quickly reached an agreement.

After discussing it, they each went back to their respective places.

The Emperor then asked Okamoto Juzo, "Okamoto Juzo, now that you're here, why don't you stay and participate in our departure ceremony before leaving? You should have made arrangements in Siam, right?"

Okamoto Juzo nodded: "Yes, sir. Good, I've arranged it. There shouldn't be any problems!"

Okamoto Juzo never intended to leave. In fact, Xiao Ce had told Okamoto Juzo that if he wanted to truly gain a foothold in Siam, he needed to find a way to get to know the Illuminati.

After all, the Emperor has never been a powerful figure; only the Illuminati are truly powerful figures…

Okamoto Juzo had previously thought that Xiao Ce was somewhat capable, but after using Xiao Ce's methods and rhetoric, they naturally allowed him to control the Kingdom of Siam.

This tactic of feigning retreat to advance was something he simply couldn't have come up with...

After exchanging a few pleasantries, Tojo Seisuke arranged for the Emperor to contact the Illuminati, and then followed along with him.

It's best to get them to do it as soon as possible.

After they left and got into the carriage, Okamoto Juro looked at Okamoto XIII with a surprised expression and said, "Brother, what did I expect you to say? Your move was brilliant! You managed to keep Siam under your control with just a few words of deception."

"The benefits we promised them will take at least a year to materialize. By then, we can give them what we want, or we can come up with some excuse and they won't be able to do anything about it. If they happen to take over Xiao Kingdom, we can exchange our share for theirs. They'll definitely be willing."

"Even if they fail to conquer Xiao Kingdom, it means they must have suffered a crushing defeat... After their crushing defeat, if we don't want to give it to them, they can't do anything to us. In that case, wouldn't we always be in an invincible position?"

"Big brother, you really are amazing! This family just can't function without you!"

Okamoto Juroku was initially somewhat skeptical, but after seeing Okamoto Juroku's performance, he was completely convinced.

Then came a torrent of flattery: "However, after you went to Siam, your temperament actually changed. Given your previous personality, you would never have done something like this. I was worried you'd confront them directly!"

"Actually, the Emperor and the others must have already planned to confront you head-on, but your move has left them speechless! Your soft approach is far more effective than your hard one!"

Hearing what Okamoto Juroku said, Okamoto Juzo laughed and said, "What's wrong, Juroku? You've known me for so long, don't you know what kind of person I am?"