Chapter 448 Come if You Want, Get Lost if You Don’t

Xie Shoufu straightened the sleeves of his robe and walked out of the hall calmly and calmly.

Prime Minister Lu also left.

The other ministers could only sigh secretly, get up and leave resignedly, leaving the matters they planned to discuss today until tomorrow.

After all, the top priority is to deal with the troops of South Vietnam and Northern Xinjiang, and other matters can be postponed later.

However, facts soon proved that their wishful thinking was destined to fail. Before the next day, on the evening of the sixth day of the lunar month, another fast horse hurriedly arrived outside the palace gate.

"The regent of the Western Qi Dynasty gathered a hundred thousand soldiers and horses, hired three fertile cities at the border, and asked to marry Her Majesty the Queen of Dongling!"

As soon as this statement came out, the imperial capital was in trouble again.

Xiqi, who was still in civil strife, actually got involved?

Is this an opportunity to make a fuss, or is the prophecy really so appealing that kings from all over the world are determined to win the Queen of Dongling?

The regent summoned the officials to discuss matters, and the relaxed atmosphere that had been there before disappeared instantly. The officials seemed to have a premonition of an impending storm, and all the important officials and generals in the court were called into the palace to discuss countermeasures.

A crowded group of people stood in the imperial study room.

"Xuanyuan Yao led the Black Yao Army's 5,000 cavalry to set off immediately to the north, and along the way, he searched for news about the soldiers and horses in Northern Xinjiang." Rong Yu said in a stern tone, "If the military report is true, we will rush to the border at full speed, increase the number of troops for defense, and do not allow the troops and horses in Northern Xinjiang to be used." Half a step into the defense line!"

"The last general takes command!"

"Ling Fan, you lead five thousand Xuanjia troops to the border of Mianzhou. If Lin Ao, the regent of the Western Qi Dynasty, really comes with his troops and takes his head at all costs, I will never let him come back!"

"Yes!" Ling Fan knelt down on one knee, "General, take your orders!"

"Send a message to the King of Huainan, asking him to..."

"Report——"

A high-pitched voice came from afar, and all the ministers in the royal study became nervous, and their expressions changed almost subconsciously.

No way?

Come again?

Which country is provoking this time?

Rong Yu's face was pale and could not be seen clearly: "Pass."

As soon as he finished speaking, a figure hurried in, knelt down and said, "To the regent, Prince Zhanruo of the Yu Kingdom has sent a message."

"explain."

"In addition to South Vietnam, Northern Xinjiang and Xiqi, the Kingdom of Zhou and Shu will soon join the battle to marry Her Majesty the Queen. If the regent wants to solve the current situation, sending troops is not the best strategy."

As soon as these words came out, all the officials changed their expressions.

Great Zhou and Shu?

How is it possible?

Dazhou is the in-law country of Dongling...

"Prince Zhanruo has arrived outside the imperial city. He is bringing a message..." the guard lowered his head, his voice getting lower and lower, "Let the regent go out of the city to greet him in person. He can solve Dongling's current predicament."

As soon as the words fell, the imperial study room became quiet for an instant.

Who is so crazy?

These days, there is still someone who dares to name Regent Yuzun to greet him?

He was so arrogant that he knew no bounds.

"Prince Zhanruo?" Xie Shoufu obviously knew a lot about world affairs. He frowned and said, "The prince of Yu Kingdom who is said to know astronomy and geography, and has the ability to predict the unknown?"

Prime Minister Lu felt that the name Zhan Ruo was familiar just now, but he couldn't remember who it was for a moment. When Xie Shoufu said it, he instantly realized: "Yes, it's him! I remember that this prince seemed to be born with prophecy. Yes, you can know things that others don’t know.”

The other ministers looked at each other.

Prince Zhanruo of Yu Kingdom? How come they haven't heard of it?

"What my father and the Prime Minister said is right." Xie Jin, standing in an inconspicuous corner behind the ministers, said calmly, "Zhanruo does have supernatural powers and is indifferent to fame and fortune. He likes to live a quiet and secluded life, so he has always kept a low profile. Not many people in the world know about him, because he doesn't like to be busy and rarely shows off his talents. His initiative to come to Dongling this time is beyond our expectations. "

"Can't the high priest also predict things?" An old cabinet minister among the ministers suddenly said, "Is this Prince of the Yu Kingdom more powerful than the high priest?"

The atmosphere became quiet again.

Yes, their high priest is the soul of Dongling. Even if it is necessary to divine destiny, it is not the prince of the Yu Kingdom’s turn to come to Dongling to make fortunes. Besides...

"Shouldn't the reason why Dongling takes over the power of the Queen once every two hundred years is to suppress the warlike nature in the blood of the royal family?" Zhenguo Gong said calmly, "It stands to reason that after the Queen ascends the throne, Dongling should have peace and prosperity in the world. , why did the emperors from all over the world rush to marry each other as soon as he ascended the throne, even going to war? "

The air froze.

The expressions of the ministers present changed slightly, and they all looked at Duke Zhen in unison.

Rong Yu's eyebrows suddenly turned cold, and she looked at him like a cold sword: "What does Zhen Guo Gong mean by this?"

"I don't mean anything." The Duke bowed slightly, "I just told the truth. The regent shouldn't stop the ministers from telling the truth."

"It is true that I will not stop you." Rong Yu said in a cold voice, "But any words that are disrespectful to His Majesty and dare to question His Majesty will never be allowed by this King. This is a prohibition and a violation. You insist on it. If you offend, don’t blame me for being ruthless!”

After that, he said coldly: "Here comes someone!"

Several Imperial Forest Guards quickly entered the Imperial Study Room and knelt down to obey orders.

"Strip off the title of Duke of Zhenguo and demote him to the rank of Marquis. He will be fined half a year's salary. He will be exempted from court proceedings for three months. Take him away!"

Duke Zhen's expression suddenly changed: "Prince Regent, you are taking this opportunity to exploit——"

"Prince Zhenguo!" Prime Minister Lu said sternly, "The Imperial Study is the place where all matters are discussed. How can you behave openly here by roaring?"

Duke Zhenguo's expression was frozen, his cheeks twitching rapidly, and his anger and dissatisfaction could be clearly seen.

But what's the use of being angry and disobedient?

Even if, as he thought, the regent took advantage of the opportunity to reduce power and wanted to uproot the power of the Wei Palace, what could he do?

If the king wants his minister to die, he must die.

What's more, he just demoted the Duke of Zhenguo to Marquis.

Duke Zhen Guo was taken away by the royal guards with great reluctance. What he would face next would be a series of sudden drops in status, salary, fame and power.

Three months of exemption from court proceedings?

Three months later, the forces in the court must have gone through a major purge. The regent will support those who obey him and gradually clean up the old party forces of the former emperor and grandson. This is what every emperor will do after he ascends the throne. Who will No exception.

It's just that the regent has done all the things that the queen should do this time.

There was a brief silence in the royal study.

In fact, everyone knew that Prime Minister Lu's scolding just now was to save the Duke of Zhen. After all, disrespectful words only reduced his title and fined him his salary. If he continues to shout here, he will be disrespectful and provocative. What awaits him will most likely be treason. The whole family was sentenced to death.

The Duke of Zhen also suddenly realized this, so he stopped talking in time.

Rong Yu sat on the chair behind the imperial desk, tapping his pruned fingers on the sandalwood desk rhythmically, and said in a cold voice: "Anyone else who wants to question Her Majesty the Queen's accession to the throne can do so now."

The important ministers knew how to kneel down to express their loyalty: "Your Majesty ascended the throne because of the public's expectation. I am convinced and do not dare to question it. Please be aware of it, the Prince Regent!"

Rong Yu's gaze was as cold as a knife, and it fell on the important minister in front of him with a strong pressure. Without saying a word, it could send chills down one's spine.

"Xie Jin is going to take Zhan Ruo into the palace." Rong Yu stood up and said in a cold tone, "If he wants to come, he will come. If he doesn't come, he will leave."

With that said, he stood up and left.