Chapter 1052: Chapter 1052

Vietnam's representatives arrived quite early. However, Ding Fan had not planned to meet them.

Now that Ye Ningbing mentioned it, Ding Fan decided to meet Vietnam's representatives.

"Let them come over now," Ding Fan said calmly.

Ye Ningbing nodded and went directly to make the arrangements.

Ye Ningbing's work efficiency was indeed swift, as within about an hour, the representatives from Vietnam had arrived at the city hall. Thıs content belongs to 𝙣𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙡⚫𝔣𝔦𝔯𝔢⚫𝘯𝘦𝘵

At this time, there were five representatives from Vietnam, led by none other than Ruan Zhongnan, the person Ding Fan had previously embarrassed in front of Smith.

"Greetings, Island Master."

Ruan Zhongnan, now devoid of his previous bravado, approached Ding Fan with great humility.

Now, with Vietnam suffering repeated defeats in front of Yongfan Island, and their patron, The Stars and Stripes Country, gaining nothing from the naval battles,

Ruan Zhongnan dared not show any disrespect to Ding Fan at this point.

After greeting Ding Fan, the representatives from Vietnam sat down somewhat restrainedly.

Yongfan Island is unlike other nations.

This nation does not consider international governance; they do things solely according to their preferences. That is why the representatives from Vietnam were so cautious in front of the people from Yongfan Island; they genuinely feared another beating.

"Island Master, our military conflict with your country has been ongoing for some time. The main purpose of our visit this time is peace talks. As long as your country withdraws its troops, all conditions can be discussed." Ruan Zhongnan spoke candidly.

Without any bargaining chips now, Ruan Zhongnan could only appear more sincere.

"That's negotiable. If your terms are acceptable, there's no problem with withdrawing," Ding Fan said calmly.

Whether in the Cultivation World or on Earth, all conflicts revolve around one thing: interests. Ding Fan had no intention of occupying or governing Vietnam's land. The military action was primarily intended to teach Vietnam a lesson and, secondly, to extract sufficient benefits from Vietnam.

Ruan Zhongnan was somewhat taken aback by Ding Fan's words.

He hadn't expected Ding Fan to be so agreeable.

Immediately, Ruan Zhongnan responded. "Please let the Island Master tell us your conditions."

Ding Fan looked at Ruan Zhongnan appreciatively.

The other had improved greatly since their first meeting and now understood the situation well.

Vietnam is the defeated nation; they indeed have no right to set conditions.

"Our conditions are simple, mainly the labor costs for deploying troops this time," Ding Fan said.

Ye Ningbing almost burst into laughter upon hearing Ding Fan mention labor costs.

Ding Fan was demanding labor costs for this matter.

Yongfan Island deployed troops against the opponent, and the opponent needed to pay Yongfan Island for beating them. Ye Ningbing couldn't help feeling sorry for Vietnam upon thinking about it.

Ruan Zhongnan's face darkened at this, as the term 'labor costs' indeed had a mocking tone.

However, with the dominant position at Yongfan Island's side, what could he say? "Island Master, just name your price," Ruan Zhongnan said hurriedly.

Ding Fan thought for a moment, then said directly, "Considering your sincerity, I'll just demand ten billion."

Ten billion?! Labor costs!

Ruan Zhongnan's eyes widened at this figure.

After World War II, Australia only managed to get eight billion in reparations from Japan.

Yet Ding Fan was making such a high demand with just a word, and that was even considering their sincerity.

Not to mention Ruan Zhongnan, even Ye Ningbing beside him looked surprised.

The amount for this compensation was simply enormous.

"Island Master... our country, Vietnam, is just a small nation," Ruan Zhongnan's eyes were slightly red, and it looked like he was about to cry.

Ding Fan hardly believed Ruan Zhongnan would genuinely cry; it was just a diplomatic tactic from the other side.

"If you can't afford it, there's no problem. If not, we'll just manage the occupied areas," Ding Fan said calmly.

Ruan Zhongnan immediately waved his hands upon hearing this. "No, no... Island Master, I will actively coordinate for a compensation of ten billion."

Knowing that Vietnam had only gained independence a few decades ago, emerging from colonial rule, if Yongfan Island didn't withdraw its troops now, wouldn't Vietnam return to a colonial state?

Such a situation was something Ruan Zhongnan could never allow, which is why he was quick to help convey Ding Fan's demands.

Ding Fan nodded in satisfaction seeing the other's response. "Secondly, let me talk about redrawing the maritime boundaries. Moreover, we wish to lease your country's ports and have our troops stationed there."

In fact, the idea of stationing troops in Vietnam had already crossed Ding Fan's mind before.

If Vietnam's ports were leased, Yongfan Island's controlled maritime area would expand, which held great significance for Yongfan Island's future close ties with inland regions.

Ruan Zhongnan was left with no choice but to nod.

In fact, the clause about stationing troops in Vietnam was something Ruan Zhongnan had anticipated before. Now that the other side proposed it, he wasn't surprised anymore.

Earlier, when The Stars and Stripes Country hadn't even helped Vietnam in battle, they had already demanded to station troops. Compared to them, Yongfan Island was already being quite reserved.

Ding Fan continued, "Thirdly, you must publicly apologize to South Africa for sinking the aid cargo ship and offer economic compensation."

Ruan Zhongnan nodded. "Don't worry, Island Master, once I'm back, I'll handle it immediately."

The main reason for this war between Yongfan Island and Vietnam Country was that Vietnam Country sank South Africa's cargo ship.

After the incident, even now, Vietnam Country still finds it unbelievable.

After its ally was attacked, Yongfan Island did not handle any international public relations but directly dispatched troops for an attack.

Half of Vietnam Country's inland has been controlled by Yongfan Island.

From this, it can be seen how highly Yongfan Island values its allies.

The Stars and Stripes Country truly pales in comparison; they wouldn't act even to assist an ally unless they could gain absolute benefits.

Ding Fan continued, "As long as you agree to these three points, we are willing to withdraw troops immediately."

The lesson has been learned, and Ding Fan doesn't intend to occupy Vietnam Country's territory. So the purpose of the war has been achieved, and as long as enough benefits are obtained, Ding Fan decided to completely withdraw troops.

"Island Master, rest assured, give me three days to contact our country's president. We will get back to you as soon as possible."

After discussing the issue of war prisoners with Ding Fan, Ruan Zhongnan withdrew with the representatives of Vietnam Country.

Not long after sending off Ruan Zhongnan and his group, someone brought the satellite phone.

The call was naturally made by Elder Mu from Huaxia Country.

During his last visit, Elder Mu stayed on Yongfan Island for just one day before leaving. Yongfan Island was then confronting the Stars and Stripes Country, and Elder Mu couldn't offer much help, so he returned home directly.

"Young Master Ding, the battle against the Stars and Stripes Country was brilliant." Elder Mu said excitedly.

There are quite a few animations online that recreate the battle scene, which Elder Mu has personally seen.

Three destroyers were able to heavily damage the Seventh Fleet, making Elder Mu feel an adrenaline rush.

You know, even Huaxia Country was once intimidated by the Seventh Fleet of the Stars and Stripes Country.

Ding Fan exchanged a few courteous words with Elder Mu.

"Elder Mu, I assume this call is not just to praise my battle performance?" Ding Fan asked with a smile.

"Haha... Young Master Ding truly is wise." Elder Mu, now exposed, seemed somewhat embarrassed. "Young Master Ding, I want to discuss something important with you."

Ding Fan listened quietly.

Elder Mu, after brewing up some emotions, said, "Young Master Ding, an old friend of mine wants to invite Yongfan Island's leader to visit Yanjing. Mainly to discuss some cooperative matters between the two countries."

"Sure." Ding Fan responded without hesitation.

Huaxia Country, Isera, and South Africa are all allies of Yongfan Island now.

Among them, Huaxia Country is the largest. After Ding Fan's rebirth, it was in Huaxia Country, and he had a good impression of it.

Also, after establishing ally relations between the two countries, Ding Fan has indeed not met Huaxia Country's top leader.

"That's great." Elder Mu continued, seeing Ding Fan agree. "Then, could you tell me when you would be able to visit?"

Ding Fan calculated the time.

There are still more than ten days before the Serpent Island Hidden Sects Conference, judging by this timeframe, it's still feasible. Even allowing two days for signing a treaty with Vietnam Country, it's still manageable.

"I think three days later would work." Ding Fan said.

Ruan Zhong said he would inform Ding Fan three days later, and waiting for this matter to be clarified, Ding Fan would visit Yanjing before the Serpent Island Hidden Sects Conference starts.

"Good. I'll inform my friend then." Elder Mu said happily.

Elder Mu's status is not ordinary, and his friend must be even more special.

With this matter arranged, Elder Mu was in quite a good mood.

"However, Elder Mu, let's keep my visit to Yanjing low-key. I don't want too many people to know I'm going." Ding Fan said.

Elder Mu pondered for a moment, then said, "Alright, I'll arrange it."

After visiting Yanjing, Ding Fan will go to Serpent Island. Before then, he doesn't want too many people knowing his whereabouts.

After chatting a bit about some trivial matters with Elder Mu, they ended the call.

Ding Fan pondered for a moment, then said to the people beside him, "Invite Ye Ningbing to come here."

The person beside Ding Fan agreed and left directly. It wasn't long before Ye Ningbing arrived.

"Island Master, you called for me?"

"Three days later, I'm going to visit Yanjing. I want to take you with me, if that's not a problem." Ding Fan said.

Ye Ningbing, after all, manages Yongfan Island's foreign relations, so future diplomatic matters should be handled by her, which is why Ding Fan plans to bring her along.

However, Ye Ningbing had a tense relationship with the Ye Family, and Ding Fan wasn't sure what she thought about it.

Returning to Yanjing?!

Ye Ningbing pondered for a moment, then said to the nearby Ding Fan, "I don't have a problem."