269: Chapter 269 Never Fight a Battle You Can't Win

No soldiers?

After hearing this, Lubisang and the others immediately looked quite grim.

They were about to resist almost all the enemies from the North, yet they weren't even being given a single soldier... How could they possibly defend this piece of land?

This was clearly just them wanting the others to carry the burden themselves!

This guy never intended to hold this land from the very beginning...

A bunch of cowards!

A look of indignation crossed the faces of Lubisang and the others.

However, relying on the fact that they were some of the Council of Elders of the Sam Tribe, and that merits were constantly being distributed to them, these old folks had achieved their current status...

Yet, when it came time for mutual support, every single one of them shrank back—what a bunch of cowards!

When there were benefits, they were all faster than anyone else, but when danger arose, they were all scared to death!

They really shouldn't have agreed to the initial system of the Council of Elders meeting.

Although General Sam hadn't explicitly stated it, his thoughts weren't much different from those of the elders.

After all, this piece of land was inherently a place of contention; their seizing it only meant gaining the resources of one large oil field.

As for land...

Their land in South Africa was already plentiful; there was no need to create unnecessary trouble here.

General Sam's silence indicated his stance, but he also didn't dare offend Lin Heng, so he could only stall for time... waiting to see Lin Heng's situation before deciding.

For a moment, after finishing their discussion, everyone quickly turned their gaze toward Lin Heng.

When Lin Heng heard this, he quickly waved his hand.

"No need..."

"I didn't plan on using your soldiers from the start. I will defend this land, but I need to make one point clear..."

"Speak!"

Upon hearing this, everyone quickly let out a cold laugh.

What an overconfident fool!

They will surely regret this!

Regarding Lin Heng's terms, they naturally adopted an indifferent attitude.

Since they didn't have to send troops, whatever losses incurred had nothing to do with them.

At this moment, Lin Heng spoke calmly.

"If this land is successfully defended, I want all of its resources, but the ownership of the land will remain yours."

Heh heh...

They couldn't ask for anything better!

The crowd laughed even harder, provided Lin Heng could actually defend the place!

However, they didn't consider that possibility...

They just assumed this arrogant man from the Dragon Country would hit a wall, and then they could easily manipulate him within the Sam Tribe...

They had previously heard that General Sam could no longer control him, which wasn't good news!

Lin Heng didn't pay attention to all that; he just quickly nodded.

"I see there's nothing more to discuss. Since Military Advisor Lin Heng is so confident, we should give him a chance!"

"Military Advisor... and you must defend this land for us!"

The many elders now also chuckled, quickly rising and dusting off non-existent dirt from their clothes, revealing a playful smile.

They grinned and then quickly left the room.

General Sam looked like he wanted to say something but stopped himself. However, upon seeing Lin Heng's determined gaze, he ultimately conceded.

He let out a long sigh.

"Alas... Military Advisor... It's not that I won't help you this time, but those elders hold too much control over the military power."

"If I easily helped you, they might destabilize our defenses in the South. If the people from the Pretty Country take advantage of that, the massive foundation we've built in South Africa might not be salvageable..."

"I understand what you mean, but I already said, we will defend this land ourselves. As for personnel, the people accompanying Lubisang will suffice."

"I only need these few people. Chief, you shouldn't object, right?"

Lin Heng quickly spoke.

Lin Heng naturally saw the sanctions imposed on him by the Council of Elders of the Sam Tribe.

However, Lin Heng didn't consider it a big deal and thus didn't pay much attention.

But if the General Sam before him dared to say no and take all the people away... this matter might not be resolved so easily.

General Sam naturally understood Lin Heng's implication. He subconsciously shivered and then quickly gave a dry laugh.

"Hahaha... How could I let Military Advisor fight alone?"

"Besides, I also believe you can defend this land!"

"As for the men you brought, they are naturally under your command. Additionally, I will give you another five hundred men..."

Five hundred men...

On the land of Africa, that was already considered quite a lot!

This showed the degree of reliance General Sam placed on Lin Heng!

Lin Heng heard this and simply waved his hand dismissively.

"No need... I said, just the people we have are enough!"

"But I will certainly remember your kind intentions."

Five hundred men...!

The number of people Lin Heng brought was about that much.

General Sam was immediately shocked upon hearing this. Lin Heng didn't seem to be joking.

His expression quickly became complicated.

"Can you really defend it?"

General Sam certainly couldn't believe such an unevenly matched war could be won.

Lin Heng just gave a faint smile.

"Just leave this matter to me, you can rest assured."

"Besides... at most, what you stand to lose is just a piece of land, so there's no real loss."

As soon as these words were spoken, an awkward smile appeared on General Sam's face.

He rubbed the back of his head, clearly feeling a bit embarrassed.

"Then I'll head south to make defensive arrangements first..."

Lin Heng just nodded without saying much more.

Soon, as General Sam left, only a few people remained in the room—it was suddenly empty...

Su Xueer's face was pale.

They looked at Lin Heng, who appeared calm and composed, and subconsciously swallowed.

Heh heh...

Did they still have a future?

At this moment, should they discuss with Lin Heng and quickly book flights back home?

No... there weren't even plane tickets here...

There weren't even many ships available!

"Lin Heng... I wonder if you have any confidence?"

Su Xueer forced herself forward to ask.

"Confidence?"

Lin Heng chuckled upon hearing this.

"I never fight a battle I am not confident about!"

"If the people from North Africa dare to come this time, I dare to make sure they remain here forever!"

At these words, Su Xueer and the others were utterly shocked.

However, what they felt inside was more like a bitter smile...

Remain here forever?

Are you talking about us...?

Afterward, Su Xueer continued to talk with Lin Heng about some things, but she left disappointed and pessimistic.

Lin Heng remained expressionless. He kept Lubisang and the others behind to discuss something.

The other party was uncertain at first, but after hearing Lin Heng's words, their expressions quickly became fascinating.