With the stunning beauty in front of her, Zhao An did his part and hugged her hot body tightly.
After a long time, the empress fell into a drowsy sleep.
But even when she was asleep, her beautiful brows were always furrowed.
Zhao An felt heartbroken, Chen Guogong must die!
No one can bully her except herself!
The next morning.
Zhao An opened his eyes and saw that she was getting dressed. This eunuch was so good that he couldn't help her.
The empress' expression had long since returned to normal. Before going out, she whispered, "Don't tell me that kind of story again to scare me."
Zhao An scratched his head and followed her footsteps awkwardly.
In the Jinluan Palace.
The civil and military officials were discussing something, and when they pricked up their ears, they found out that it was about the Imperial College.
Before Enko was completed, the first batch of students were the sons of royal relatives and high-ranking officials of the Manchu dynasty.
"Your Majesty, the situation in Annan is unclear and there is a tendency for civil strife. I suggest sending a general and an official to intervene."
The people at the Yushitai were very dedicated. The empress stood up one by one before she could even sit down.
The empress looked at Chen Guogong, who said: "The authority of Fanbang has always been appointed by my Great Xia Dynasty. They fight in private, and the loss is my Great Xia's face. I hope your Majesty will send troops to Caiyunnan."
What the old fox said sounded better than what he sang, but it was exactly the same as what he analyzed last night. He planned to weaken the power of the royalists in power.
Uh-huh!
Everyone's eyes turned to Zhang Qi.
At present, Qian Yu is supervising the construction of the Dagu River and is not in the court. He is the only one who is a thorn in Chen Guogong's side.
Zhang Qi was not a vegetarian either. He said indifferently: "There is no need to go to war based on hearsay. The people's livelihood in the country is currently in decline. If we easily mobilize the army, the people will feel resentful."
"Isn't General Zhang afraid?"
"While I am galloping on the battlefield, what are you royal censors doing?"
"General Zhang has a great reputation and is suitable for leading the army to the south to take charge of the overall situation."
The imperial censors were like a group of mad dogs, biting Zhang Qi and refusing to let go. However, several neutral generals headed by Zhang Qi could not stand it anymore and decisively ended.
The two sides started a crazy chatter mode, and they just had to greet each other's family directly.
The empress sat firmly on the dragon chair without changing her expression. She waited until they were about to argue before giving the signal. Zhao An coughed heavily and then heard the Huangmen eunuch shout: "Mr. Chu Liuyun of the Holy Sect has come to see you——"
In an instant, you could hear a needle drop in the hall.
Chu Liuyun seemed to have drank a lot last night, and his steps were a little sloppy.
When the officials heard his name, their expressions changed again and again, and they remembered some things from that year.
Including Chen Guogong, no one knows what happened in the harem at that time. They only know that Chu Liuyun offended the current Queen Mother, received twenty court sticks, and was finally escorted out of the court by Cui Wengong.
The empress asked: "Where did Mr. Chu come from?"
"I pay homage to Your Majesty on behalf of my mentor and continue to discuss the Imperial College affairs."
"Sir, you can attend."
"Thank you, Your Majesty."
Chu Liuyun stepped aside, and the censors ignored him and continued to bite Zhang Qi, attacking relentlessly.
If Zhang Qi doesn't get enough oil and salt, he just shouldn't do it.
Generally speaking, when generals have the opportunity to lead their troops outside, they will be willing to obey orders. Now Zhang Qi refuses to leave the capital, which is abnormal in the eyes of all officials. Only Zhao An, Chen Guogong and some officials know what he wants to do.
There have been rumors these days that Zhang Qi plans to send his unmarried girl to the palace.
Whether the news is true or false depends on the pressure Chen Guogong puts on him. On the contrary, it is precisely after hearing such news that Chen Guogong becomes aggressive.
Zhao An was sure that the old fox knew that he had released the news, but he had no choice but to force Zhang Qi to leave the center of power now.
Zhang Qi's refusal to leave illustrates many problems.
He was plotted by Zhao An, offended Chen Guogong, and was forced to become a royalist. If the emperor fell in the future, there would be no place for him in Daxia.
"Your Majesty, if you must send someone to the south of Caiyun, I can recommend a general with good ability who will definitely be able to take on the important task."
When Zhang Qi said this, he stared at Zhao An.
Zhao An touched his nose and looked at the sky at forty-five degrees.
Chen Guogong said calmly: "If you push back and forth like this, will the general want to live up to Tian En?"
"Everyone! Can you please say something?"
Chu Liuyun finally spoke, instantly attracting everyone's attention.
Yesterday, Zhao An sent him a letter, asking him to go to court in the name of Cui Wengong. The reward was so generous that he could not refuse. He would not go into this muddy water unless he did so!
Chen Guogong frowned, "Mr. Chu, the court affairs have nothing to do with you."
"Every man is responsible for the rise and fall of a country. This time I am joining the court with my mentor. I also want to do my part for the court."
Regardless of the expressions of the civil and military officials, Chu Liuyun began to talk eloquently about the merits of reforming the land and returning to the countryside and educating people according to the letter Zhao An wrote yesterday.
At first the officials didn't take it seriously, but when they heard the detailed arrangements, their expressions changed.
Some people even suspected that Chu Liuyun came prepared, knowing that the court would talk about Annan Kingdom this morning!
Some smart officials' eyes intentionally or unintentionally focused on Zhao An.
Zhao An lowered his eyes and fell asleep, pretending not to know anything, but the empress' heart was filled with turmoil.
She now understands why Zhao An asked Que'er to leave the palace last night, but she doesn't understand why Chu Liuyun came to go against Chen Guogong. Isn't this the longevity star who hangs himself because he doesn't want to live too long?
Although the Holy Sect has a tendency to stay loyal to the emperor, it is impossible for him to stand directly in the court and quarrel with Chen Guogong. Now Chu Liuyun is willing to be cannon fodder and offers to change his country and return to his hometown to protect Zhang Qi from leaving the court. A wave of hatred is steadily spreading. Man, if someone else comes to court, he will die!
There was only one reason for this situation. Zhao An took out a bargaining chip that made Chu Liuyun crazy!
"Therefore, the imperial court only needs to mobilize the superior forces of Caiyunzhinan to press forward, and then it can issue a decree to enter Annan with thunderous force."
Chu Liuyun said he was happy and talked in high spirits.
The empress was beaming when she heard this. On the other hand, everyone in the Chen family's party had their faces turned black to ashes, especially Chen Guogong's expression, which was saying, "Little brat, don't leave after school if you dare!"
Zhao An secretly gave Chu Liuyun a thumbs up. Although this uncle was a bit over the top, when it came to courage, there were probably not many civil and military officials in the entire dynasty who could match him.
"I've finished speaking. Does the Duke have anything to add?"
Chu Liuyun flicked his sleeves and bowed solemnly.
Chen Guogong smiled softly and said, "You are worthy of being a disciple of Master Cui. His words are touching."
"So, you have no objection."
"I am also doing my best for my family and country. Since Mr. Chu has a better way, there is no need for the imperial army to go on an expedition."
Having said this, Duke Chen Guogong rolled his sleeves and returned to court. The corners of his mouth twitched slightly, and his expression was a bit out of control.
The empress praised: "Mr. Chu is indeed a great talent in the world. General Zhang, just follow what Mr. Chu said, you can send a general to the southwest with the imperial edict, and let the chieftain officials take over all government affairs."
"Here."
Zhang Qi took the order, swept away the angry censors, and raised his chin high.
