You are asked to marry in place of the tyrant, and you allow the tyrant to send you to marry? - Chapter 279 New Strategy
You are asked to marry in place of the tyrant, and you allow the tyrant to send you to marry?
Chapter 279 New Strategy"If I don't come to this Qianqing Palace again, I'm afraid the Regent will really think that I don't exist, right?"
When Queen Mother Qiao said this, she glanced sharply at the ministers and her tone was very bad.
Although she said this to Zhu Yajie, the ministers became nervous when they saw her ugly face.
"I don't dare!"
In front of so many people, Zhu Yajie still didn't dare to confront Empress Dowager Qiao head-on, and looked very embarrassed.
But Queen Mother Qiao didn't take it seriously. She immediately glared at him fiercely and said unhappily:
"Prince Regent, the Loulan army is at the gates of our city. They specifically ask us to hand over Prince Changning. How do you plan to respond?"
"I am old, and it is not convenient for me to participate in your political discussions.
But I couldn't bear to hear the shouting of the Loulan soldiers outside the city, and I felt very nervous. "
"If you guys can't come up with a good solution, I'm afraid I won't even be able to get through tonight. Alas!"
"Once people reach a certain age, they become more and more afraid of noise, and even worry that they won't be able to hold on for a few days."
What shocked Zhu Yajie was that Empress Dowager Qiao said so much in one breath, and every word was full of powerlessness.
Zhu Yajie was stunned and speechless.
He looked at everyone in panic, but everyone was too timid to say a word, all looking trembling with fear.
"What's the matter? My son, as the regent of Daye, you don't have any countermeasures now?"
“There are many princes in my dynasty, and the Prince Changning, who is more capable than you, has been confined to his palace by you.
The rest are useless. You are not going to give in now and admit that you are incompetent and continue to serve as the regent, right?"
Empress Dowager Qiao's words were very sharp. Zhu Yajie was angry and hateful. He really wanted to find a hole in the ground to crawl into.
However, all the civil and military officials were present, and nearly a hundred pairs of eyes were staring at him.
Even if he wanted to escape reality and get away, it would probably be quite difficult.
"Reporting to the Queen Mother, I have just discussed with the other ministers. Loulan wants the King of Changning. Why don't we grant them the request?
Daye still has a son and a minister, and I will do my best to protect our country of Daye!"
Just as Empress Dowager Qiao had expected, Zhu Yajie unexpectedly agreed with the ministers and agreed to hand over King Changning to Loulan.
But this is the thing that Queen Mother Qiao can't accept the most.
"Hand over Prince Changning? Prince Regent, you must be crazy!
Do you know what handing over King Changning means?
This means that not only is Daye inferior to Loulan, but we also personally sent the prince of Daye to Loulan as a hostage!"
When Queen Mother Qiao heard Zhu Yajie propose to give her favorite son Zhu Zhengxun to Loulan, she immediately became unhappy.
She pointed at Zhu Yajie's nose with trembling hands and became furious.
Upon seeing this, everyone subconsciously stepped back, trembling with fear and trepidation.
Zhu Yajie was not willing to be outdone and also felt the coming of the crisis.
He suddenly raised his eyes, stared at Queen Mother Qiao, and said coldly:
"Then according to your mother's opinion, what should we do now? We can't just let those barbarians in Loulan have the final say, right?"
Seeing that Zhu Yajie's attitude had improved a little, Queen Mother Qiao sneered and said coldly:
"I think we must not hand over King Changning to Loulan, and we must not let them capture our city!"
"Daye was conquered by me and the late emperor together. I will never allow Daye to fall into the hands of others!"
Queen Mother Qiao's meaning is very clear---
She would never allow Daye to be annexed by Loulan.
Of course, all the civil and military officials in the court had the same idea, but no one could restore the original situation!
"We don't want to hand over Daye to others! But isn't there a solution right now?
Loulan has captured nearly half of Daye, and now they are setting up camp outside the city, ready to attack the city!"
Doctor Wang had remained silent, but now he could no longer hold it in and could not help but stand out from the team.
He paused, then continued speaking with all his strength:
"At the beginning, I strongly opposed it. We must not cooperate with Loulan and attack the Northern Kingdom together. But who among you listened?"
"We are in this dilemma today. Ultimately, it is all our own fault. I, as an old minister, have nothing to say!"
After hearing what Doctor Wang said, everyone present immediately started to discuss in low voices as if they had found an excuse to shirk responsibility.
"Yes! But man proposes, God disposes. Who could have thought that Loulan would be so powerful that they not only took over the Northern Kingdom, but also came to our doorstep?"
As soon as Doctor Wang finished speaking, Zhang Xingguo stepped forward first.
His old face was full of vicissitudes of life, and was indeed full of helplessness.
According to Doctor Wang, he should really retire and return home earlier. At least now he doesn't have to stand in the court, waiting in fear to be beheaded by Wanyan Hongze!
"If we had known this, we would definitely not have had anything to do with Loulan. It's not shameful to say sarcastic remarks now!"
Zhong Shanzhu couldn't stand seeing people looking regretful, so she immediately retorted.
Soon, the scene fell into chaos, with all kinds of remarks fermenting endlessly.
Seeing this, Queen Mother Qiao suddenly sneered and pretended to be calm:
"My dear ministers, please don't be anxious. Listen to what I have to say."
After glancing at the ministers with disdain, Queen Mother Qiao slowly walked down and continued to pretend to be nonchalant:
"Du Qingwan is born with a phoenix character. If you get her, you get the world.
Now we just need to find a way to capture Du Qingwan, and Wanyan Hongze will have to come to rescue her.
At that time, we will have the final say on the conditions..."
"Great! It's really great! I think the Queen Mother's idea is very feasible! Your Highness, the Regent, how about it?"
Before Empress Dowager Qiao finished her words, Zhao Zilei couldn't help but applaud and cheer.
Zhong Shanzhu was also immediately excited and happily echoed:
"I, your humble servant, agree with what the Queen Mother is doing! Your Highness, please arrange this matter immediately! This will save us from unnecessary hassles!"
"I second this motion~"
Soon, the voices of the entire audience became unanimous.
Zhu Yajie also thought that Queen Mother Qiao's method was worth a try, so he said in a gloomy face and coldly:
"Since this is the case, I will obey you!
Come, pass on my order, order the Imperial City Guards to quickly capture Du Qingwan, without any mistakes!"
"Yes!"
In just a moment, a guard took the order and left.
……
Night falls and a thin mist lingers.
Beside the campfire outside the tent, the Loulan soldiers were eating meat and drinking wine, having a great time.
Inside the tent, Zhao'er carefully poured a cup of tea for Du Qingwan and looked at her with a smile.
"Miss, how do you feel about returning to Daye again?
Along the way, I have come to realize that the king really cares about you.
The way he looks at you is very different from the way he looks at others!"
Zhao'er didn't know where he got the courage from, he actually dared to talk about this matter openly, with a smile on his face.
Upon hearing this, Du Qingwan almost choked to death on the tea in her mouth. She coughed several times and tears came out.
"Zhao'er, you damned girl! I won't let you make fun of me! Really!"
Du Qingwan gently put down the teacup, raised her eyes and glared at Zhao'er fiercely, and her expression began to feel a little uncomfortable.