PFC Chapter 746 Phoenix Returns to Its Nest (32)
Chapter 746 Phoenix Returns to Its Nest (32)
The Feng Dynasty's army moved quickly, and in less than half a month, the cavalry arrived at the battlefield.
The fact that the soldiers were all women caused the people of Zhou to look down on them.
But their smiles soon faded. The female soldiers, in terms of both physical fitness and weaponry, were far superior to those of the small countries they had previously fought.
What's more, these female soldiers fight like their lives depend on it and are also skilled in teamwork.
When the Zhou people realized they couldn't win, they quickly retreated. The Feng Dynasty, however, did not pursue their victory but instead set up camp outside the city to prevent a sneak attack.
Sun Siwei ran to the city walls and began to comfort the soldiers of the Feng Dynasty.
"My soldiers, you have worked hard. It's thanks to you that the capital of Dongqin Kingdom was saved."
Zhou Ying: "Your Majesty, you are too kind. We are here on His Majesty's orders."
Sun Siwei: "Lord Zhou, if you don't mind, please take the soldiers into the capital. It's getting late, so it's a good time to rest."
"Thank you for your kindness, Prince Qin, but His Majesty has said that we cannot take even a single blade of grass or a single tree from you."
Sun Siwei fell silent upon hearing this. It seemed that Feng Wang was developing a split personality every day, unlike before when he forced people to sign unequal treaties.
Zhou Ying composed herself. Before she left, His Majesty had warned her to safeguard the grain supplies and the lives of the soldiers, and never to let her guard down, even against the Dongqin Kingdom and other small countries.
"King Qin, please return."
Sun Siwei felt a little embarrassed after being driven away, and said, "See you later."
The Dongqin Kingdom is not located in a remote area; it is in the northeast of the Feng Dynasty. It is only early autumn, so it is a bit cold.
A soldier came to report, "Lord Zhou, General Qian requests your presence in the front hall for a meeting."
"it is good."
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More than half a month has passed since the sticks were distributed in the court. Although the ministers have injuries on their faces, they all look smiling and are actively speaking in court.
Wu Xinran assumed the presidency and began to handle state affairs.
Although the ministers were somewhat dissatisfied, they could not utter a word of refusal because of Xiong Bufan's stick.
Moreover, the novice who has just begun to manage state affairs is much better than Feng Shu'an, that cunning and treacherous beast who confiscates property at the drop of a hat.
Xiong Bufan watched as Wu Xinran was completely fooled, getting nothing she wanted and even being tricked into reducing the manpower for flood control. While laughing, he beheaded those senior officials who were taking advantage of their age.
Being a wise ruler is not easy; it takes a lot of brainpower. Therefore, Xiong Bufan plans to become a tyrant, killing anyone he doesn't like.
The ministers then realized that Xiong Bufan wasn't completely uninvolved; she was simply watching from the sidelines and training Wu Xinran.
The Wu family has become arrogant in the capital. Now everyone in the court knows that Wu Xinran is the crown prince, so they are considered relatives of the emperor. They have even started to do unethical business.
Wang Shijun never loved the throne, but rather his childhood sweetheart, the one who doted on and loved him.
After Xiong Bufan relaxed, he started running around Xiong Bufan's side incessantly. Sometimes Xiong Bufan found it annoying, and he would sit ten meters away from Xiong Bufan like a stubborn plaster, guarding him.
Nanxing, having failed to seduce Xiong Bufan, began preparing to target Wu Xinran.
The future heir of the Phoenix Dynasty is Wu Xinran. Bewitching Wu Xinran and bewitching Nanxing can achieve the same effect.
Young and impetuous, Wu Xinran, who had no servants at home, could not resist Nanxing's temptation, and before she knew it, the two had fallen in love.
Wu Xinran looked at the envoy on the bed and was somewhat devastated, but she kicked Nanxing off the bed. She had gone back to her residence early yesterday and had no idea what had happened.
However, it is certain that I was set up.
"Guards, drag the envoy from the Southern Liang Kingdom away."
Nanxing slowly got up from the ground, stretched out her hand and said, "Wait, I will go out myself and see the Phoenix King myself. I want to see who dares to scheme against the prince of the allied country."
Hearing Nanxing's words, Wu Xinran hesitated for a moment, "Wait, let me think about this matter again. I will take responsibility for you."
Nanxing put on her clothes and said calmly, "There's no need for that. We are all victims, and a woman's reputation is equally important."
Wu Xinran began to reflect on whether she had gone too far just now. After all, Nan Xing really looked like a victim, and what man would joke about his reputation?
There was a knock at the door, probably from the earlier exclamation. "Lord Wu, are you alright?"
"Get out, don't come in."
"Yes."
Nanxing had dressed in a short time and stood in front of Wu Xinran. "Lord Wu, please show me the way."
Wu Xinran: "There's a back door behind the bed. Go through there."
"Nanjing University student, I will investigate the truth and give you justice."
"Thank you."
Wu Xinran had been educated as a woman since childhood and followed the traditional path of women. What happened today contradicted her upbringing, but if she just let it go, she felt she would be letting Nanxing down.
In the Phoenix Dynasty, a man's reputation is of utmost importance.
As Nanxing left the palace, a smile played on his lips; the matter was settled.
Wu Xinran, on the other hand, was restless ever since she got up, and she didn't know what to do.
Xiong Bufan enjoyed listening to lively discussions, so Shangguan Yi told him about the things she had investigated, treating it as a source of amusement.
"Your Majesty, what do you think we should do about this? The Wu family is far too arrogant."
Xiong Bufan: "Investigate the evidence and put it on Wu Xinran's desk, let her handle this matter herself."
Shangguan Yi reached out to massage Xiong Bufan's legs. "Your Majesty, I heard today that the envoy from the Southern Liang Kingdom came out through the back door of Lord Wu's palace. What do you think of this?"
"Next time the two of them are in the same room, call me over to watch the show."
Shangguan Yi: "Yes, Your Majesty."
Wang Shijun watched longingly from a distance, wanting to come closer as he too had many things he wanted to tell His Majesty.
Why did His Majesty stop caring about him after he stopped caring about state affairs?
Wu Xinran seemed somewhat distracted during court. Despite the great victory of Dongqin Kingdom and the disappearance of Zhou Ying, she actually said "okay."
Every day when he went to court, Xiong Bufan was still in the court. When he heard the news of Zhou Ying's disappearance, he immediately ordered a search. He couldn't let his little darling, whom he had been raising for two or three years, just disappear like that.
After realizing what had happened, Wu Xinran looked at Xiong Bufan guiltily, but did not apologize. Instead, she focused her attention in the court.
Shangguan Yi gave Wu Xinran a disdainful look. This person is nothing without His Majesty, and even her family members can't grasp the importance of things. Does she really think that state affairs are so easy to handle?
Xiong Bufan: "We need to see Zhou Ying, alive or dead."
Wu Xinran: "Yes, Your Majesty."