Help! The Villainess Trapped in the Beast World's Drama!

Chapter 494: Chapter 477: Joint Conference

In the Rosenia Palace, a sudden loud ”bang” echoed, and the Emperor swung his arm violently, shattering all the priceless vessels on the table.

He slammed the table and stood up, his face red with anger, ”Those bastards from the Night Glow Empire! How dare they send spies into our territory, not only clashing with our army but also kidnapping my Great General—it’s simply intolerable!”

The ministers kneeling below shivered in fear.

Beside him, a stunning female gently soothed his heaving chest, softly advising, ”Your Majesty, calm down. The Night Glow Empire is already a spent force; Rosenia taking over that piece of fattening land is just a matter of time, why get so agitated over a dying country?”

The Emperor snorted coldly, his gaze growing darker, ”Their arrogance doesn’t look like they’re about to perish at all!”

”The Prophet from the temple requests an audience—”

A beastman announced from outside the palace.

The Emperor’s face lit up with joy, ”Quick! Quickly invite the Prophet in!”

Soon, a beastman wearing an ancient black robe entered the hall, tall and holding a completely black scepter. Unfortunately, his face was obscured by a hood, making it impossible to discern his features. He exuded a powerful and mysterious aura, causing those who faced him to tremble and avoid eye contact.

The Prophet held a revered status in Rosenia, did not perform grand ceremonies when meeting the Emperor, yet the Emperor paid it no mind. He hurriedly rose from his throne, quickly descended the steps to greet him, ”Prophet, you’ve come today, have you received enlightenment from the gods?”

For generations, Rosenia’s beastmen have worshipped the Earth God, also known as the World God. The people firmly believe that the gods will save this world and lead them to happiness. For thousands of years, they have spent vast sums to construct grand temples for the gods of their faith.

Until one day, a prophet arrived on this land, claiming to be the messenger of the gods.

Initially, neither the Emperor nor the citizens believed him, but over the years, it was with the Prophet’s help that Rosenia, long suppressed by neighboring countries, grew stronger and even harbored ambitions to annex the Night Glow Empire.

All of this was the Prophet’s achievement!

From then on, not only did the people hold the Prophet in high regard, but even the Emperor treated him as an esteemed guest.

The Prophet’s voice, deep and indistinct, emerged from beneath the cloak, ”I have learned of the happenings in your country and have come today to ease Your Majesty’s worries.”

The Emperor urgently spoke, ”Please, Prophet, tell me what to do!”

”Our country has been nurturing strength for many years, waiting for this moment. I urge Your Majesty to immediately declare war on the Night Glow Empire!”

”This...” The Old Emperor hesitated. Though advanced in years, he was not foolish or incompetent. Despite his ambitions to annex Night Glow, he was well aware of their formidable national strength, knowing that even after suffering consecutive hits, they remain unyielding.

The Empress glanced at the Prophet, gently holding the Emperor’s arm, adding fuel to the fire, ”Your Majesty, do you remember how the Night Glow Empire oppressed us for centuries, even invading and occupying much of our country’s border territories in earlier years? We’ve endured this for far too long. Now is the time to seek justice; we cannot swallow this grievance anymore!”

The Emperor remained somewhat hesitant, ”But if we truly go to war and lose...”

”Your Majesty, without entering the tiger’s lair, how can we capture tiger cubs?” The Empress’s gentle voice carried a hint of fierceness, ”Your Majesty mustn’t forget that the Prophet once said the Night Glow Empire has unparalleled treasures buried underground. If we manage to acquire it, the Earth God will surely grant our country everlasting happiness!”

The Emperor’s gaze gradually sharpened, ”That’s right! Night Glow Empire has humiliated our country; this enmity cannot go unavenged!”

The Empress seized the opportunity, ”Now is the best moment. The Night Glow Empire sent spies to violate our borders and kidnapped our military officers; we might as well seize this chance, unite surrounding nations, and jointly send troops!”

Soon, Rosenia issued a condemnation to the whole world, demanding Night Glow Empire immediately return the captives; otherwise, military action would be taken!

Shen Tang, upon hearing the news, sneered endlessly.

She knew full well that Rosenia was merely searching for an excuse to wage war; even if they returned the captives this time, the other side would certainly find another pretext to provoke a conflict next time!

If they showed weakness now, it would instead sway those small nations still observing to side with Rosenia, placing Night Glow Empire under greater pressure.

Shen Tang immediately summoned the Empire’s generals for an emergency meeting.

This time, their stance was exceptionally firm.

If they want a fight, they’ll get one—Night Glow Empire will accompany them to the end!

That afternoon, Night Glow Empire initiated a nationwide broadcast, charging the captured general with border violations and executing him in the open.

This move demonstrated Night Glow Empire’s strong stance of ”not yielding an inch, punishing those who violate our borders” through a method of killing a chicken to warn others!

Meanwhile, Night Glow Empire sent word to Rosenia: if you genuinely want to ransom the war captives, bring real gold and silver to exchange!

This infuriated the Emperor and high-ranking officials of Rosenia immensely.

If they forcibly waged war, it would mean disregarding the captured military officers, essentially slapping themselves in the face. But truly paying ransom, swallowing this indignation would be unbearable, further reducing them to a laughingstock among surrounding countries!

Ultimately, this unsuccessful negotiation pushed the two nations formally into a state of war.

To seize the moral high ground, Rosenia first took action by revealing events concerning the polluted area’s experimental base and brazenly framing Night Glow Empire, claiming this illegal experimental base was intimately linked to them.

They reversed black and white, declaring themselves just for deploying troops to clear the lab yet suffering ”persecution” by Night Glow Empire, casting themselves as the victimized side of justice.

With these remarks, what was initially a border conflict between two countries suddenly captured the entire Beastman World’s attention—should Night Glow Empire truly conduct illegal experiments, the future threat would affect all nations!

Consequently, many countries condemned Night Glow Empire and urgently convened an international online meeting.

Not only Rosenia, Wanmi Republic, Prel Country, Valencia, and other surrounding nations participated, but even faraway countries like the Yunding Empire sent representatives to watch from the sidelines.

Aside from a few countries like the Eternal Winter Empire, virtually every nation across the world participated in this massive online meeting!

Shen Tang attended such a large-scale international meeting for the first time.

Even on her day of ascension, she hadn’t seen so many national leaders gathered together.

As the youngest monarch present, countless gazes focused on her, pressing her with immense pressure.

Lu Xiao remained by her side, whispering comforting words, ”Female Master needn’t be nervous, the innocent will prove their innocence, no matter how they slander, it won’t alter the truth.”

Jia Lan tightly held her hand, ”No matter what happens, I will stand by your side, Sea Country will definitely stand with Night Glow Empire!”

Xue Yinzhou stood behind her, serving as both an unsheathed blade and a shield at her back, emitting an icy, intimidating aura yet gently encircling her, ”Tangtang, don’t be afraid.”

Although Xiao Jin has not awakened, Shen Tang knew he would always stand beside her! They are her strongest support!

Shen Tang took a deep breath, nodding heavily, ”Yes!”

Skepticism soon surged like a tide:

”Is it true you’ve established an illegal laboratory at the border?”

”This issue seriously infringes upon other countries’ interests, also executing surrendering captives, drawing condemnation from citizens across nations, demanding an explanation!”

”What’s the Night Glow Empire Monarch’s explanation for this?”

Facing inquiries from various sides, Shen Tang remained calmly composed, ”Rosenia constantly accuses us, yet have they shown any evidence? Spoken words alone are slander.”

She gave a gentle smile, her gaze sweeping over the crowd, ”Rushing to accuse without substantial evidence, I dare say, perhaps it is someone else who is truly guilty!”