xymnovel Chapter 86 The Great Qian Dynasty Council
Chapter 86 The Great Qian Dynasty Council
"However, Your Majesty, the heir of the Prince of Yun now commands a large army and is acting arrogantly."
"It seems that it will not be easy to arrange a marriage for her in the capital."
Seeing the court officials discussing the matter so enthusiastically, an old minister stepped forward and poured cold water on their enthusiasm.
"This is easy!"
"Your Majesty, please allow me to inform you that the current heir of the Prince of Yun is concurrently serving as the governor of Cangzhou and is currently preparing for war."
"We plan to take advantage of the internal strife in the enemy state of Dayong to invade Qizhou of Dayong."
Hearing the old minister's cold words, the young civil official who had previously proposed the marriage alliance quickly spoke up.
This was a stepping stone for advancement that he had proposed, so naturally we had to do our utmost to make it happen.
As for the fate of those princesses and royal women...
What does this have to do with me?
"Now, Your Majesty, I believe that we should send a princess and a woman from the royal family, each leading a contingent of personal guards, to assist the feudal lords and arrange a marriage alliance with them, thus expressing the goodwill and sincerity of the royal family."
"In this way, the Crown Prince of Yun's expedition to Dayong and Qizhou from Cangzhou will be equivalent to having the support and recognition of the royal family. With a righteous cause on his side, he may be able to restrain his ambition to seize power."
After rising to refute the suggestion, the young civil official bowed to Si Xiaofei and offered his advice.
They were even worried that swords and spears on the battlefield could have no eyes and that something unexpected might happen, so in order to increase the success rate...
This guy also plans to have Si Xiaofei send a few more princesses or royal women to deliver the goods to his door.
These words immediately sparked a great deal of discussion in the imperial court.
Some veteran officials sighed and shook their heads, saying that this move would damage the dignity of the royal family and was simply trampling on the face of the Great Qian royal family.
It's one thing to deliver to your door, but they're also worried it won't be enough, so they send a few more.
Having recounted the entire history of the Great Qian Dynasty over several hundred years, this is simply unheard of!
However, some civil officials believed that this was a feasible strategy, as it could appease the two eastern states by using just a few women and buy time for the Great Qian Dynasty.
Weren't these princesses and royal women born just for this moment?
If this were the prosperous era of the Great Qian Dynasty, when the world was at peace.
These princesses and royal women naturally lived a comfortable life, free from worries.
But if chaos comes, they will naturally serve a different purpose.
They can only blame themselves for being born in the wrong era!
Unfortunately, he was born in this chaotic era of war and turmoil in the Great Qian Dynasty.
Si Xiaofei lowered his head and remained silent, weighing the pros and cons in his mind.
He knew that this was a sensitive and important decision that required careful consideration.
But with any decision, the difficult part is only at the beginning.
After a difficult decision, they chose to abandon their own princess or royal women in exchange for temporary peace in the two eastern states.
Therefore, Si Xiaofei didn't object much to the young civil official's suggestion to send more people.
Whether you're herding one sheep or a flock of sheep, it's still the same.
Anyway, from the moment the marriage was decided...
The dignity of the Great Qian imperial family has already been thoroughly humiliated.
It doesn't matter if you step on it a few more times.
The most important thing now is how to ensure that after being trampled on a few more times.
It ensures you get what you want!
"Alright, we'll discuss the marriage alliance later!"
Seeing the assembled gentlemen below, Si Xiaofei waved his hand to end the conversation.
Si Xiaofei felt that every word spoken by the court officials below was a mockery of him!
"Furthermore, I will send a wise and courageous minister to the territory of the King of Yun in Yunzhou to convey my wishes and sincerity. At the same time, I will closely monitor the reactions and movements of the two eastern states and be prepared to respond at any time."
"As for the candidate to go to Yunzhou as an envoy to the King of Yun, does anyone have any recommendations?"
Si Xiaofei changed the subject, looked at the officials of Daqian, and continued.
"Um...this."
Several high-ranking officials in the hall remained silent for a moment, exchanging glances and each considering their own candidates.
Suddenly, an old minister stepped forward and knelt before the emperor: "Your Majesty, I have someone to recommend."
Just when the ministers were at a loss, a honey badger stepped forward.
His very first words were earth-shattering.
The emperor looked at the old minister, a hint of curiosity flashing in his eyes: "Oh? Who is it?"
The old minister took a deep breath: "Your Majesty, I recommend Grand Tutor Gu to go."
Gu Changqing, the invincible war god of the Great Qian Dynasty, is also a veteran of three reigns and a minister entrusted with the care of the young emperor. He has devoted himself to protecting the foundation of the Great Qian Dynasty.
A high-ranking official of the imperial court, highly respected and influential.
Upon hearing that it was Gu Changqing, a hint of admiration and respect flashed in Si Xiaofei's eyes.
He knew that Gu Changqing was the best candidate, but he also understood that sending Gu Changqing to Yunzhou would mean that the defenses of Qiandu would be vulnerable.
This is a significant gamble that requires careful consideration.
Currently, Gu Changqing, the invincible war god of the Great Qian Dynasty, is leading the last tens of thousands of imperial guards of Qiandu to guard the four passes of Qiandu.
To safeguard the safety of the capital city of Daqian.
Only with Gu Changqing personally guarding the four passes of Qiandu could Si Xiaofei feel so at ease chatting idly with these court officials.
"Grand Tutor Gu is certainly the best candidate, but I also need to take his health condition into account."
Si Xiaofei pondered for a moment, then slowly said, "Besides, the Grand Tutor is already old and has endured the hardships of travel. Is he truly capable of undertaking this important task?"
The old minister was slightly startled upon hearing this.
He understood the emperor's concerns, but he also firmly believed that only Grand Tutor Gu's ability and prestige were capable of undertaking this important task.
Stabilize the two eastern states!
"Your Majesty, although Grand Tutor Gu is old, he has led many expeditions to various regions and has never neglected his duties."
"The purpose of this trip to Yunzhou is to stabilize the situation and buy time for the Great Qian Dynasty."
"Grand Tutor Gu and Wen Zhong, the commander-in-chief of the Nine Heavens Army in Yunzhou, were both undefeated war gods of our Great Qian Dynasty many years ago, and they served in the same court for many years."
"We were old acquaintances. If we send the Grand Tutor as an envoy to Yunzhou, he will surely be able to appease the Prince of Yun and give our Great Qian Dynasty a much-needed boost!"
The old minister said firmly.
Upon hearing this, Si Xiaofei fell into deep thought.
He knew the old minister was telling the truth, but the worry in his heart was hard to dispel.
Gu Changqing was his last line of defense.
Once the four passes of Qiandu were separated from Gu Changqing.
Si Xiaofei felt that he couldn't sleep very well.
She was terrified that if she woke up, an unknown army would storm the palace.
After all, the Great Qian Dynasty is currently in a precarious state.
The capital city of Qiandu is now rife with undercurrents.
...
"This matter is of great importance; please allow me to consider it further."
Si Xiaofei spoke slowly, waving his hand to signal the end of the court session.
Boom!
The melodious tolling of the court bell signaling the end of the court session broke the tranquility within the palace.
The civil officials rose one by one, bowed their heads to the emperor, and slowly withdrew from the hall.
Their footsteps echoed clearly in the empty hall.
Si Xiaofei sat upright on the dragon throne, watching the civil officials leave one by one. His eyes showed a hint of weariness, but more so a firmness and determination.
He knew that for the sake of the future of the Great Qian Dynasty, he had to make a choice.
The candlelight inside the hall flickered gently in the breeze, illuminating Si Xiaofei's lonely figure.
As the last civil official left the hall, the entire hall fell silent once again.
Si Xiaofei sat alone on the dragon throne, gazing intently ahead, his mind filled with contemplation and weighing options.