Chapter 148: Planning the Western Expedition, Part 3

"How have the people of Tlaxcala been lately?" came the chilling voice, carrying the age-old murderous intent of the Mexica.

"Your Majesty, since your ascension to the throne, the great army of the Tlaxcala has withdrawn from the border and has been disbanding gradually. At least until the autumn harvest, they will not gather in force. However, when the main force of the Alliance marches west, it will be difficult for the Tlaxcala to remain calm for long."

The King nodded slightly, then commanded in a deep voice.

"The Tarasco Kingdom in the north is adjacent to the State of Atotoztli of the Alliance, and to the south, it connects with the Xochipeople State. During the western campaign, neither of these City-States can divert their military force, and there's a need to further strengthen...