"We were dispatched by His Majesty, sent from our Handan to this Shuangyue City vicinity. For what purpose? Is it not to kill and injure the people of Yunyue Kingdom?"
"These soldiers of Yunyue Kingdom immediately defeated them soundly. What is wrong with us collecting some interest from their families?"
The Imperial Guard's expression changed. These people were actually sent by the State of Zhao?
Although they hadn't stated which country they were from, that fellow mentioned they came from Handan. And Handan is the capital of Zhao, isn't it?
So it was truly an enemy attack!
This could be considered the first explosive news he had heard in the more than three months he had been here.
He then heard those people say again, "Moreover, the people of Wei departed even earlier than us. They have likely already reached Shuangyue City."
"We heard they are gathering in Shuangyue City, and in three days they will disrupt it."
"When the capital of Yunyue Kingdom is in chaos, that will be great fun."
Upon hearing this, everyone couldn't help but burst into laughter.
These people continued to wreak havoc in the village, harming virtuous daughters.
After they had gradually moved away, this Imperial Guard jumped down from the attic.
His heart was filled with trepidation. Fortunately, he had overheard their conspiracy. Otherwise, wouldn't Yunyue Kingdom face a catastrophe?
He immediately went to where his horse was kept, led it out, mounted it, and rushed towards Shuangyue City.
It took him an hour to reach the gates of Shuangyue City.
Seeing the comings and goings at the city gate, everything appearing normal, the Imperial Guard breathed a slight sigh of relief. However, he dared not relax in the slightest.
Because he knew that evil lurked in the shadows, and any one of the people entering the city might be a villain plotting trouble.
He dared not delay, rushing to the Prime Minister Chu's residence without stopping.
Meanwhile, Chu Chen was persuading the Empress.
"Your Majesty, Xin Yue has agreed that if Li Meng Die can be recaptured, we will arrange for her to go out and fight."
"Then neither side will interfere with the other. Wouldn't that be wonderful?"
The Empress snorted, "Chu Chen, why do I feel like you are showing some favoritism towards Meng Die?"
Chu Chen was stunned for a moment, then waved his hands repeatedly, saying with a look of panic, "Your Majesty, how can you say such a thing? How could I possibly show favoritism towards Li Meng Die?"
"Even if there is favoritism, it would surely be towards Li Xin Yue. She is my true fiancée."
The Empress snorted, "It's good that you know. Don't let your fleeting thoughts ruin your relationship, lest you regret it endlessly."
"I have no objection to what you've proposed. The key is that you must find Meng Die."
"There has been too much fighting and contention between them as sisters. I am tired of it."
Upon hearing this, Chu Chen's face lit up with joy.
"Congratulations, Your Majesty. Congratulations, Princess. You truly are mother and daughter with connected hearts. Princess Xin Yue also said that Your Majesty would definitely agree."
The Empress's eyes lit up.
"Did the fifth one really say that?"
Chu Chen nodded, saying with great conviction, "Yes, Your Majesty, Princess Xin Yue indeed said so."
The Empress nodded, slightly relieved.
"It seems the fifth one is gradually growing up and can now bear the weight of the world."
"Alright, now that the rebellion has been quelled, can I go out?"
Saying this, the Empress prepared to stand up and walk outside.
Chu Chen thought for a moment, then reached out to stop the Empress.
The Empress immediately frowned, her expression quite displeased.
"Chu Chen, what are you trying to do?"
"Could it be that you truly harbor ill intentions and want to keep me confined here so you can do as you please?"
Hearing this, Chu Chen chuckled awkwardly.
"Your Majesty, you flatter me. How could I possibly have such thoughts?"
The Empress's expression improved slightly, "Then why are you stopping me? The rebellion has already been quelled."
"Those who would rebel have likely already done so. Are there any troublemakers left?"
Chu Chen nodded and said, "Your Majesty's words have some truth to them. However, I still implore Your Majesty to remain in this room for one day. Tomorrow morning, you can appear in court."
The Empress frowned, "And why is that?"
Chu Chen sighed, "Your Majesty, it is naturally to ensure that all remaining enemies can be purged in one go."
"Although it seems that all those who would rebel have done so this time, there are certainly still rebels who are not allied with Li Meng Die."
"They did not join Li Meng Die's faction at first, but that does not mean they do not wish to rebel."
"It's just that they don't want to be with Li Meng Die, or perhaps they want to use Li Meng Die to test the capabilities of myself and Li Xin Yue first."
"After both sides have suffered heavy losses, they will then reap the benefits like a fisherman."
"In this way, they can sit back and relax, and their chances of winning in the end will be greater. What do you think, Your Majesty?"
The Empress nodded, feeling that what he said seemed to have some logic.
"Then I can't just be cooped up in this room like before, can I?"
Chu Chen nodded and said with a smile, "Your Majesty is right. I can allow Your Majesty to walk around the Prime Minister Chu's residence."
"Your Majesty can also delegate tasks to the Imperial Guard personnel, with the condition that outsiders must not know you are here."
The Empress thought for a moment and nodded, "Since the situation is special, let it be so."
"By the way, how is the fifth one now? Was she injured in this great battle?"
Chu Chen shook his head and said with a smile, "Rest assured, Your Majesty, the Fifth Princess was not injured."
"After continuous strengthening and cultivation over these past few days, Princess Xin Yue's combat power has significantly increased compared to before."
The Empress nodded, a glimmer of light appearing on her face, "That's good."
"Prime Minister, report! Bad news!"
As Chu Chen opened the door to his bedroom, he heard a roar from outside.
"What has happened? Why the commotion outside?"
Chu Chen's voice, laced with true qi, carried outside, immediately reaching the ears of the reporting Imperial Guard. The man immediately rushed towards the bedroom.
As soon as he reached the doorway, he saw Chu Chen standing there. The Imperial Guard was so startled that he quickly knelt on the ground.
"What has happened? Why are you so flustered? Didn't I tell you all to remain calm in all situations?"
The Imperial Guard stammered his apology and then said, "Sir, your subordinate is an Imperial Guard from Ge Village. Your subordinate has discovered a major situation."
Chu Chen heard this and nodded, not finding it particularly strange. "What major situation has occurred? Tell me."
The Imperial Guard immediately said with a tremor, "Sir, your subordinate has been in Ge Village for over three months. It is usually very normal there."
"The common people there are all good."