"I'm telling you, when they built Olivera, the real big expense was all on the Royal Palace. Don't look down on this palace; its defensive power is actually stronger than the city walls outside."
Ocoro didn't lower his voice on purpose because this wasn't a secret.
Even if Babaza overheard, his face was filled with pride—it's after all the place where he works.
"Even if besieged by enemies, relying on the palace's own defenses, it could hold out for two years."
"Is that so? But if the Royal Palace is surrounded, what's the point of being able to hold out?" Zhao Guang wondered. If someone reached the Imperial City, the country must be close to its end, right?
If even the Royal Palace was under siege, what good would holding out do?
Expecting lords from various regions to send troops for a royal rescue? Don't joke, by that time they'd probably wish for your swift downfall.
"How could that be? As long as it can hold out, then there are many other moves to make."
