Chapter 2188: Chapter 2188: The Western Alliance Splits
Du You was still researching the Northern Empire’s affairs, since it was the first native world empire, and held much research value. Moreover, several northern alliances also showed signs of forming an empire.
Unfortunately, establishing an empire model is no easy task.
For instance, the reason the empire could establish itself was because a powerful late-tier eight strong figure led it; without such a figure, it’s hard for others to be truly convinced. As for those at tier eight’s peak, they have mostly entered the core regions.
Even those late-tier eight individuals remaining here find it hard to rise, and that guy’s thoughts remain uncertain.
In the end, a late-tier eight nearing peak strength, who is also an alchemist capable of producing large numbers of puppets, constitutes an essential factor of the Northern Empire. The other alliances have no way truly to merge together.
If they cannot achieve that, they can only cooperate reluctantly; the thought of forming an empire is out of reach.
Similarly, people in the west and south of the world are studying the Northern Empire and the Life Empire too. They just haven’t taken any actions yet.
After all, in their view, no matter how chaotic things become over there, it won’t affect their side.
Likewise, they are studying whether this empire model can be imitated and whether it suits them. Some have proposed experiments, but since there’s no leader and no means to solve internal security issues, the proposal has been shelved. Yet, there are always some ambitious individuals jumping around daily.
Regarding these things, Du You remained indifferent, since as long as they took no significant actions, it posed no threat to him.
What Du You didn’t expect was, amidst this calmness, the southern and northern alliances in his vicinity also entertained ideas of forming an empire. After all, they comprehended well the power of his empire.
However, similarly, they lacked breakthroughs, and ways to resolve numerous issues, so were left in discussions.
Yet amid these discussions, the western alliance encountered problems first. Initially having the biggest issues, their relationships were the worst. Although some contemplated forming an empire, internal conflicts were too hefty, making forced unification impossible, leading instead to uprisings.
No, it was not just simple uprisings, but open confrontations erupted among them.
Internally, circles formed, with three prominent ones combining forces. However, their aim was not to combat the Life Empire; initially, it was to oppose their own enemies.
Enemies within the alliance held grudges too large, hence as one united, others followed suit.
Amongst these internal groups, collectively numbering over a dozen, stood tier-eight elites. As the saying goes, what happens above affects those below, unknown numbers of groups exist under them too, only they haven’t fought yet.
But eventually, these conflicts will erupt, and nobody will be able to suppress them.
Once Du You noticed something was amiss, the western alliance had already split. They battled fiercely among themselves, far surpassing the intensity of his own side; it was as though they showed blatant disregard.
"What’s happening, why did they suddenly become like this?" Du You discovered that the western alliance had fragmented into five parts. The three strongest were constantly at war, while two remained neutral, continuing to be pulled in.
"What else could it be, their own problems. Originally, they merely relied on sheer strength to forcibly seize cities, not managers nor leaders. Many lacked intellect, acting based on whims, appearing strong yet behaving no better than thugs."
Du You nodded; indeed, their words made sense. Due to their overpowering individual strengths, compromises over interests vanished, facing no external pressure; city lords could act as they pleased.
Such individuals, incomparable even to group leaders let alone national leaders; their wisdom falls short. To call them thugs is an elevation.
Du You scrutinized the materials Lin Yucha handed him, finally grasping the situation.
These individuals acting on whims utterly lacked restraint. They did not understand the concept of moderation. Feeling wronged, they sought revenge.
This behavior would inevitably deteriorate their relationships further.
From the onset, fights escalated constantly. Those with some wit were absolutely powerless to suppress these matters. There were always individuals secretly ambushing others, exacerbating the situation.
Recently, one group planned a surprise assassination, successfully killing a strong enemy; a tier-eight at that.
The attacked party had no intent for dialogues and ignored their opponent’s smug expressions, confronting them directly. This battle sparked a major conflict; two tier-eight elite died along with countless others below tier seven. The instigating group finally realized the gravity of the situation.
People had died; how would they still be willing to negotiate favorably?
By the time they reacted, the situation was beyond rectification, thus triggering internal battles, causing the alliance to splinter; hence the division into five parts.
Actually, there were smaller factions not accounted for.
These fragmented groups intertwined intricately, creating increasingly chaotic wars. No one had anticipated the alliance’s internal turmoil reaching such heights, it was truly astonishing.
This served as a warning to other alliances. Previously unyielding upper classes were now more agreeable. Alliances originally keen on accelerating their empire unification relaxed.
This matter was considerable; mishandling could have disastrous consequences, a testament set before them.
"Do you have any plans?" Du You promptly inquired.
Lin Yucha responded, "My plan is to incite further chaos internally; they won’t detect any issues. Once they’re sufficiently weakened, we’ll promptly take action and resolve them."
"That’s excellent, simple yet effective. Once they’re settled, the remaining two alliances can also be handled." Du You studied the map and endorsed Lin Yucha’s plan.
