Yan State.
Chu Muxue did not send a message to Yan Lichu alone.
Instead, the news spread throughout the Yan Kingdom.
"By executing Su Ye, the Chu State will become friends with the Yan State and the Qin and Jin Dynasties. Otherwise, they will start a war with the Yan State again until the death!"
Chu Muxue smiled proudly in her heart. She believed that this move not only eliminated the serious worries, but also weakened the strength of Yan State.
Su Ye, no one will go against the entire court for you!
The Yan Kingdom Court once again fell into a tense atmosphere.
Yan Lichu looked at the letter of war from the Chu Kingdom in his hand, his face as gloomy as water.
She understood that the Chu State was forcing her to make a choice, either to execute Su Ye or to go to war with the Chu State.
"You're forcing me!"
Yan Lichu murmured in a low voice, with a flash of pain in his eyes.
She understood that Chu Muxue's move was to weaken the strength of Yan State.
Instead of passing the message to the Empress alone, it was spread throughout the court.
It was to force the Yan State Court to fall into division.
The atmosphere in the Yan Kingdom's court became increasingly tense.
"Your Majesty, now that Chu State is resolute, how should we respond?" Wei Changfeng stood aside, frowning.
Yan Lichu remained silent.
Chen Mu and other ministers advised him one after another, believing that Su Ye should be executed to calm the anger of Chu State.
However, this move will undoubtedly cause the Yan State to lose a heroic general, which will be extremely detrimental to the Yan State's future war situation.
"Your Majesty, we cannot abandon Dayan's safety because of one person!"
Chen Mu cupped his hands and said.
When Yan Lichu heard the words, he glanced at the ministers in the palace. Most of them agreed with Chen Mu's point of view.
"Your Majesty, I believe that Su Ye's life and death cannot be compared with the safety of Dayan. For the sake of the people of our country and the peace of the border, executing Su Ye is necessary."
Wei Changfeng stepped forward, raised his hands and said.
Even Gu Lingyun, who was no longer targeting Su Ye, stood up:
"Your Majesty, think twice. Dayan has just experienced a war. It is a good time to rest and recuperate, but it is not a good time to start another war."
"Yes, Dayan can no longer withstand the baptism of war!"
Su Ye is just an outsider after all, no matter how many military exploits he has made in Dayan.
To the officials of the Yan Kingdom, he was just a chess piece that could be discarded at any time!
In the court hall of the State of Yan, the voices of the ministers came and went.
Most people are inclined to execute Su Ye in exchange for peace in Chu State.
Yan Lichu sat on the dragon chair, clasping his hands and feeling full of contradictions in his heart.
"Your Majesty, executing Su Ye is the key to protecting the well-being of the people. I hope you will think twice."
Chen Mu once again offered his advice.
Faced with pressure, Yan Lichu could no longer remain silent.
She thought of Su Ye being crossed a river and demolished a bridge by Chu Muxue in Chu State, and of him traveling thousands of miles to come to Yan State and making many military exploits.
Yan Lichu has never been an ungrateful person. She is absolutely different from a bitch like Chu Muxue!
The internal affairs of Dayan were definitely not something she, the Empress of Chu, could discuss at will!
Yan Lichu made her decision.
"The people of our country are tired, and our borders also need peace. However, this does not mean that we can give up on our country's loyal ministers." Yan Lichu's voice was as cold as ice.
"Su Ye has repeatedly made military exploits in our country's borders and managed Jubei City well, allowing the people in the border areas to live and work in peace and contentment. How can we abandon such a person?"
As soon as these words came out, there was an uproar in the court.
Yan Lichu sneered and then said:
"Password to Chu Lingshan, someone who doesn't value loyal ministers, doesn't deserve to dictate the affairs of other countries!"
In the Yan Kingdom's court, the ministers looked at each other, and many of them looked surprised.
Yan Lichu's decision was beyond their expectations. They did not expect that the empress would be so persistent for a traitor.
However, Yan Lichu's determination was made and no one could shake it.
She sent envoys with her handwritten letter to Chu State to express Yan State's position to Chu Muxue.
Since he ascended the throne, Yan Lichu has been acting carefully under the checks and balances of the four major families.
No one could have expected that she would fight against everyone's opinions for Su Ye today!
Just when everyone was in fear, the messenger came to report:
"Report——Su Ye has returned to Beijing and is about to arrive at the city gate!"
It turned out that Su Ye had already learned about Chu Muxue's request for his execution.
Su Ye was not shocked by Chu Muxue's ruthless methods.
But he didn't know how Yan Lichu would respond.
Whether it is to push the boat with the tide, to execute oneself, or to avoid the edge temporarily and think long-term.
Su Ye has a plan to deal with it.
However, what he didn't expect was that Yan Lichu would fight against all odds for him, even at the expense of breaking up with the Chu State.
He knew that he could no longer live happily in Jubei City, far away from the capital.
He wants to bring his own people, especially Wentianlou, to support Yan Lichu's trust!
Yan Lichu didn't know what Su Ye was thinking, but he was also very surprised by Su Ye's arrival.
She stood up immediately and said firmly:
"My dear friends, come with me to the city gate to welcome Prime Minister Su back!"
When all the ministers heard this, they were all furious.
They thought it was unfair for Yan Lichu to mobilize so many troops for a mere Su Ye.
However, Yan Lichu's determination was made and no one could shake it.
Outside the city gate, the people learned that Su Ye was about to return to the capital, and they gathered in front of the city gate in anticipation.
They admired Su Ye's bravery and felt unfair for his experience.
"Prime Minister Su is a hero in suppressing bandits! He is truly amazing!"
One of the people in the crowd said excitedly.
"Yes, I have family in Jubei City. I heard that life has become peaceful and prosperous now, and they even invited me to be a guest!"
The common people do not know the intrigues of the big shots, but they understand who is the one who truly benefits the people.
Su Ye, dressed in white, rode into the city gate.
Behind him were his men and a carriage loaded with loot.
His eyes were firm and there was no fear on his face, as if the Chu State's fatwa was nothing more than a piece of paper to him.
The people cheered one after another and crowded on both sides of the street, vying to see the true appearance of the legendary Su Ye in white.
At the city gate, Yan Lichu was dressed in gorgeous clothes, looking noble and elegant.
She led the ministers of Yan State, with a large team and magnificent momentum.
The highest level of courtesy was shown to welcome Su Ye's arrival.
The imperial city of Yan State was decorated with lanterns and colorful decorations, and was extremely prosperous. Behind her, the ministers had different expressions.
Some were surprised, some were angry, and some were helpless.
But they all understood that Yan Lichu's determination was made and no one could change it.
"Su Ye, you're back."
Su Ye got off his horse, knelt on one knee, cupped his hands and said:
"My humble minister, Su Ye, comes to see His Majesty."
"Su Ye, you have repeatedly made military exploits on the border of our country, Yan, and the people of our country live and work in peace and contentment. This is all due to you. Today, I want to clear your name and let you know that Dayan will not let your sacrifice be in vain."
Yan Lichu's voice was loud and clear, and every word was full of firmness and determination.
Su Ye took it indifferently, but was moved by Yan Lichu's determination in his heart.
This Yan Lichu is indeed different from Chu Muxue.
