The Empress Kneels in Her Palace to Admit Her Mistakes After Slaying Her Ways in the Female-Oriented

Zhou Mengyan's gaze suddenly sharpened.

Like two sharp blades drawn from their sheaths.

They fixed their gaze on Zhao and Qian, the two naval generals.

"You two have an audacity beyond belief!"

"I have always considered myself to have treated you well, and this is how you repay me?"

While the two naval generals, Zhao and Qian, were still pondering how to deal with Shen Moyan, Grand Commander Zhou Mengyan suddenly uttered these words, leaving them completely dumbfounded as they looked at each other.

He didn't speak for a long time.

"Grand Commander, what do you mean by that?"

"Yes, Grand Commander, we've always been utterly loyal to you!"

Grand Commander Zhou Mengyan sneered: "At a time like this, you two are still putting on an act for me. Well, well, people with rebellious bones are indeed different. This kind of temperament is something that others cannot learn."

As he spoke, Zhou Mengyan unfolded the two letters in his hand and said, "These are letters written by Ren Tianye to the two of you. They are sincere and highly praise you both."

"The letter also stipulated that once Ren Tianye began attacking the Yangtze River defense line, the two of you would act as inside agents to support the rebellion, and..."

"You two also promised Ren Tianye that you would leave loopholes everywhere in the Yangtze River navy's defenses, so that Ren Tianye could easily break through them!"

"You two..."

Zhou Mengyan suppressed the urge to vomit blood: "What a fine general I have!"

Generals Zhao and Qian, the two naval commanders, finally understood why Grand Commander Zhou Mengyan had made that expression towards them earlier.

Ironically, their enthusiasm was met with indifference, and each of them beamed with delight.

—Doesn't this confirm the charge of treason?

In a panic, Generals Zhao and Qian both knelt down and frantically tried to defend themselves.

"Grand Commander, it's a misunderstanding! We don't know Ren Tianye at all, how could we possibly have pledged allegiance to him?"

"Yes, Your Excellency, our loyalty to you is as clear as day and night! We beg you to investigate and clear our names!"

……

Generals Zhao and Qian swore an oath that shook the heavens and the earth, as if they would not give up until they moved Zhou Mengyan. However, as soon as they finished speaking, Ruan Fei spoke up.

"Brother Meng Yan, what they said is wrong."

"If they were truly loyal, they wouldn't have betrayed their wife and come to you in the first place."

"Although Xiao Fei doesn't understand military affairs or human nature, she can still see that these two people have treacherous ambitions."

"Since you were able to seek refuge with Madam, you can certainly seek refuge with Ren Tianye from here as well."

As she spoke, Ruan Fei pointed and said, "These two people are bad guys!"

"Bad people should be punished!"

Generals Zhao and Qian were terrified.

After all, these two knew all too well what position Ruan Fei held in Grand Commander Zhou Mengyan's heart. They were about to argue when Zhou Mengyan waved his hand and shouted, "Guards!"

"exist!"

The personal guards entered the tent.

Zhou Mengyan coldly stared at Generals Zhao and Qian as if they were already dead, and coldly ordered, "Drag these two out and behead them as a warning to others!"

"And this must be announced to everyone, so that all will know the consequences of betraying this governor!"

"yes!"

The guards received the order and immediately restrained the two naval generals, Zhao and Qian, who were even more terrified.

No, the two of them have been working tirelessly these past few days, neglecting sleep and meals, to relieve Zhou Mengyan's burden and resist Ren Tianye. They've been racking their brains. Now...

Just because of a random letter?

A pretty boy's frame-up?

A sidekick from Ruan Fei?

They must die!

They had been so supportive of the Grand Commander and Ruan Fei's love before, and this is the result?

Struggling and shouting.

"Grand Commander, we haven't betrayed you!"

"Grand Commander, spare my life!"

……

Despite their loud shouts and fierce struggles, Zhou Mengyan's resolve remained unshaken.

He could only be dragged out unwillingly.

A short while later, the personal guard returned to report: "The Grand Commander, Generals Zhao and Qian, have been executed at the central gate, and their heads have been displayed on the flagpole!"

Zhou Mengyan nodded, his anger subsiding slightly, but his face remained cold. Ruan Fei, who was beside him, immediately offered him both psychological and physical comfort.

She nestled into Zhou Mengyan's arms like a little bird, and said softly, "Brother Mengyan, these two people are really hateful. Killing them is just right, it's like cutting off Ren Tianye's arm."

"From now on, it will be much easier for you, Brother Meng Yan, to defend the Yangtze River region, and it will be much simpler to deal with Ren Tianye."

"Ren Tianye wants to take over the Yangtze River? I think he's dreaming!"

Ruan Fei truly lived up to her reputation as Zhou Mengyan's confidante. With just one sentence, she touched upon what Zhou Mengyan cared about most, causing the icy expression on his face to soften even further, and a warm smile even appeared on his face.

He nodded and said, "That's right. Nothing is more important than being able to stop Ren Tianye."

He paused, then laughed, "Speaking of which, Xiaofei, you deserve the most credit for this. If it weren't for your recommendation, I wouldn't have needed someone like Shen Moyan to help me steal such important intelligence."

"Tell me, Xiaofei, what reward do you want?"

Ruan Fei immediately said, "Brother Meng Yan, I'm already very satisfied to have you by my side and to occasionally give you meaningful advice."

"Xiao Fei and Madam are different."

"Xiao Fei's biggest wish is to stay by your side, Brother Meng Yan, without coveting any power."

Hearing this made Zhou Mengyan even more pleased, and he said, "How can those who have rendered meritorious service not be rewarded?"

"Wouldn't that make our army appear undisciplined?"

"Alright then, Zhao, with those two bastards Qian dead, their positions are vacant. You'll be appointed as the naval captain. From now on, you only need to obey my orders and command the navy with me!"

Ruan Fei was overjoyed and quickly said, "Brother Meng Yan, you are so kind. Don't worry, Xiao Fei will obey your orders no matter when or where."

The two were chatting enthusiastically, but Shen Moyan below was somewhat bewildered.

no……

This credit belongs to him!

The intelligence he obtained at the risk of his life... how come all the credit went to Ruan Fei? Ruan Fei's only merit was a recommendation, yet she became a naval captain?

What about him?

Shen Moyan was a little anxious and tried to speak several times but couldn't find an opportunity.

Fortunately, Ruan Fei hadn't forgotten him. After doing some unknown actions with Zhou Mengyan on the tiger chair for a while, her face turned red, and she said, "Oh dear, Brother Mengyan, I don't want it anymore."

"We haven't rewarded General Shen Moyan yet!"

Zhou Mengyan then coughed and said, "Indeed, General Shen Moyan has made great contributions this time and deserves a reward. How about this..."

"Promote Shen Moyan to the rank of naval captain, in charge of the daily training, patrols, and guard duties of a battalion, while also stationing him at the naval stronghold!"

Shen Moyan's head was still buzzing.

No, he risked his life to obtain the intelligence, but only gave it to a naval captain. However, Ruan Fei gave it to a naval commander with just a casual suggestion.

Damn it!

……