Hearing Lance's suggestion, the other generals and staff members present voiced their agreement:
"What Lance has said makes sense."
"Nemesis, the army has just gone through a major battle and needs rest, it's indeed inappropriate to engage in another long-distance combat."
"I too think we could consider Lance's suggestion."
...
This operation is time-consuming and exhausting, and most importantly, it is likely to offend people. Considering their own interests, these generals all tended to avoid major conflicts.
However, Tina did not support Lance. She smiled as she glanced at Su Yu, waiting for his decision.
Su Yu quieted the room with a gesture of his hand.
Then he leaned forward over the conference table, his palms flat on its surface, and smiled at Lance:
"Lance, let me ask you, if the royal families and nobilities of these small countries shift the pressure of tribute to the common people through heavy taxation, what should we do?"