Snow: The Crown Prince of Chu, forced into marriage by the Minister of the Southern Palace with his

At this moment, the emperor and his minister were like two familiar old people sitting together chatting about everyday life.

"After I die, you must stop the fourth brother. After all, given Jiang Xuan's current situation, he might continue to make moves."

When Zhang Julu heard this, he couldn't help but narrow his eyes, and a solemn expression appeared on his face.

"But what if we continue to pay attention to him?"

"Should we just let Jiang Xuan continue to devour Li Yang until Li Yang is destroyed?"

When Zhao Dun heard this, he was silent for a moment before speaking.

"Jiang Xuan can't become fat overnight; after all, no one can do that."

"As his territory grows larger and time goes on, more and more problems will arise in his area."

"And once Sui Zhu marries him, some things will be easier to discuss."

"After all, although he is a quasi-saint, a saint revered by scholars all over the world, once he marries Sui Zhu, he will be a member of our Zhao family."

"This is family infighting."

Upon hearing Zhao Dun's explanation, Zhang Julu was taken aback at first, but then he understood.

Currently, the greatest opposition force within the Li Yang Dynasty comes from the numerous scholars throughout the land.

These students represent the very foundation of a dynasty.

A dynasty can rise and fall because of its students.

Because only intelligent people can lead a rebellion, shake the foundations of a dynasty, and cause it to collapse.

Just like what Jiang Xuan did at the beginning, he stirred up the literary world of Liyang, which eventually led to the way things are now.

If they had paid attention to Jiang Xuan from the beginning and killed him directly, there wouldn't have been so much trouble later.

But it's a pity.

At this moment, Zhao Dun reached out and patted Zhang Julu on the shoulder.

"Indeed, I am very happy that we were able to discuss this much together."

When Zhang Julu heard this, he paused for a moment, and then said.

"But if it weren't for Jiang Xuan, and if none of this had happened, I might have been killed by His Majesty long ago, right?"

"After all, once things settle down, the old ministers will be of no use."

Upon hearing Zhang Julu's words, Zhao Dun fell silent instantly, ultimately unable to respond.

After a while, Zhao Dun suddenly raised his head and shouted outside.

"Guards, bring me my dragon robe! I'm going to court!"

Chapter 149 The Trepidation from the Northern Barbarians

Northern Mang, Imperial Tent.

Empress Murong looked at the message in her hand, having grown somewhat accustomed to it by now.

After all, isn't that just how Jiang Xuan is? Hasn't he given her plenty of surprises during this time?

At this moment, Tuoba Bodhisattva stepped forward from the side, his face filled with a solemn expression, and then spoke loudly.

"Your Majesty, we absolutely cannot let Jiang Xuan get away with this any longer."

"If this continues, I fear that the current tragic state of Liyang will be the final fate of our Northern Barbarian lands!"

Upon hearing Tuoba Pusa's words, the Northern Mang Empress indeed showed a hesitant expression.

Because she was actually considering whether or not to take action against Jiang Xuan and Xi Chu.

After all, the development speed of the entire Western Chu is just too fast.

In less than a year, it has already reached this point, to the point that it can even challenge any dynasty without fear.

However, just as Empress Murong was beginning to consider it, Taiping Ling suddenly stood up.

"Your Majesty, we should be cautious about this matter and consider it carefully."

Upon hearing Taiping Ling's words, the people present all showed expressions of surprise and couldn't help but turn their heads to the side.

Given the current situation, it's clear to anyone that Western Chu is out of control and must be sanctioned.

But now that the Taiping Decree has actually stopped it, this is indeed surprising.

However, none of the people present said anything; they were all waiting for the other party to say something that would convince them.

The Grand Commander of Peace was naturally aware of their thoughts, so he looked at them calmly and spoke.

"Now that Jiang Xuan has subdued Wang Xianzhi and obtained Martial Emperor City and the East Sea, this clearly reveals his intentions."

His actions?

Upon hearing this, everyone present sat up straight and looked at the other person with serious expressions.

After all, if the Taiping Decree could know the other party's thoughts in advance, that would indeed be something worth studying, and perhaps it could be used to devise some methods for Jiang Xuan.

In short, we definitely can't let the other party have too much fun; we have to create all sorts of trouble.

Taiping Ling naturally saw through these people's thoughts. He shook his head, walked to the map in the room, and said.

“We can see from this that Jiang Xuan started from Xiangfan City and headed east, while also integrating all the forces in the west.”

"After all, he was originally the crown prince of Western Chu, so he naturally had a lot of support in the old territory of Western Chu and quickly won over everyone."

At this point, Taiping Ling took a deep breath and continued, "But the further east you go, the less influence the Western Chu people have."

"However, Jiang Xuan is no ordinary person. He is indeed quite capable. He has found a treasure like Xu Weixiong and others like Cao Changqing in terms of management, and he has managed the entire Western Chu in an orderly manner."

Just as Taiping Ling was speaking, Tuoba Pusa, who was sitting to the side, couldn't help but slam his hand on the table, glare at him, and shout loudly.

"Taiping Decree, can't you just say it directly? Why do you have to beat around the bush like this?"

Upon hearing this, Taiping Ling couldn't help but give a wry smile and shake his head.

"it is good!"

"Simply put," Taiping Ling said, holding the command stick and drawing the location of Western Chu on the map. "Western Chu will definitely take action against Southern Frontier Road in the future, which means it will fight against King Zhao Bing of Yan."

Upon hearing what the Taiping Ling said, Tuoba Pusa frowned and couldn't help but ask.

"In that case, we need to act even faster, lest Jiang Xuan and his men swallow Zhao Bing and we are completely finished in the end."

Taiping Ling shook his head, then gestured on the map again before looking at Empress Murong.

Empress Murong looked at the elaborately written peace decree and finally understood it.

She couldn't help but fall into thought, but the other person immediately stopped what they were doing.

Because Taiping Ling knew that Empress Murong knew what she was saying.

“Indeed, it’s not necessary, because after Jiang Xuan dealt with the Prince of Yan, he had to quickly digest these people.”

"Otherwise, the food you eat will turn into fat on your body, making you an easy target for others."

Upon hearing Taiping Ling's words, everyone present couldn't help but narrow their eyes, their faces showing a solemn expression.

They pondered for a long time, but ultimately said nothing.

Because in their view, the Taiping Decree was correct and there was no problem with it.

But Tuoba Pusa stood up at this moment, stared at Taiping Ling with wide eyes, and couldn't help but whisper.

"But can we really continue to let someone like Jiang Xuan go unchecked? Aren't you afraid?"

"He went from being an ordinary crown prince of a fallen kingdom to becoming the king of a region in less than a year. If this continues, he may truly become invincible."

Those present fell silent once again upon hearing Tuoba Pusa's words.

Because what the two people said seemed to make a lot of sense to them, and neither of them could say anything about it.

After all, you can't win an argument, and you can't win a fight either.

At this moment, Taiping Ling also stood up, his gaze falling on Tuoba Pusa, and said.

"Li Yang is also holding back now. Do you know why? Why would an emperor of a dynasty marry off his own daughter just to appease Jiang Xuan?"

"You think peace talks are really easy? Besides, Li Yang also ceded territory and paid reparations, truly paying a huge price."

"And what do you think of this price?"

"Why should Li Yang pay this price? Why doesn't he do everything he can to wipe out Western Chu? Why hasn't Northern Liang made any move until now?"

"Because they all know that a person's appetite is limited. Since Jiang Xuan wants to eat now, let him eat his fill. They can even send him things so he can continue eating."

"Once this matter is over, the problems of Western Chu will definitely start to be magnified, and do you think that since I have said so much, I might not have any means to punish Western Chu?"

"The Spider Web has already received the news. Zhao Gou of Liyang and Fushuifang of Beiliang have already sent people over."

"There are even rumors that Zhao Gou's boss, Yuan Benxi, personally took action."

Upon hearing this, even Tuoba Bodhisattva fell silent, a look of shock on his face.

Because he never expected that Yuan Benxi would actually leave Liyang on his own initiative because of this matter.

This has been impossible for so many years.

Even during the chaotic Spring and Autumn Period, Yuan Benxi always won battles from afar.

However, precisely because of this, everyone present understood that the current situation seemed to be more complicated than they had imagined.

Chapter 150 Mount Lantau, Guanyin Sect

Western Regions, Mount Lantuo.

The monk, Longshou, knelt on the ground with his hands clasped together and his eyes lowered.

After a while, Master Liuzhu put down what he was doing and looked at the monk Longshou beside him.

"So you're thinking of taking another look?"

The monk Longshou was silent for a moment, then nodded slightly and said, "Now that Western Chu is powerful, we can't put all our eggs in one basket. We need to be prepared."

Master Liuzhu pondered for a moment, then nodded slightly, her expression one of agreement.