The geography book slipped from Li Chenyang’s hands and fell to the ground with a loud bang. He was speechless, and his hands were shaking as he realized the betrayal. Jiangsu was not only an enemy country, but also Han Jian’s primary combat target.

Hanjian and Jiangsu had been at odds for decades, and neither side was willing to make peace before the treaty was concluded. Recently, there were rumors that the war was called off.

If Wuyi aids Jiangsu, it means only one thing-Wuyi intends to take down Han Jian. If the two countries unite their forces, Han Jian will suffer.

If Han Jian knew about this, a brutal war would definitely break out again between Han Jian and Wuyi.

"What's wrong?" Duchess Wang Qixing said as she approached the book that had fallen to the ground. She picked it up and saw that it was just an ordinary geography book.

"You don't look like someone who would throw away books. You once said that books are more valuable than gold." Duchess Wang Qixing chuckled and put the book back on the bookshelf.

Li Chenyang tried to calm down. Things were out of control.

The emperor must be eliminated as soon as possible.

Another war with Han Jian would be deadly and costly; especially if Li Xueyue inevitably decided to stay with Yu Zhen. What if she arrived in Han Jian and people questioned her for being Princess Wuyi? What if Li Wenmin was sent to fight in the battlefield?

Thinking of this terrible thought, Li Chenyang's face turned pale. Both of his brothers and sisters would suffer, while he would stay in Wuyi safe and sound.

War must not break out.

"Mom, when can we mobilize our people?" Li Chenyang turned around and asked his mother.

"After we discuss everything with Wen Jinkai."

"We have to kill the emperor first." Li Chenyang said sternly. "Whoever handles his personal income must deal with it before he dies!"

Duchess Wang Qixing was startled by her son. He was not as impatient as he was. “Why are you so impatient?”

"Mother, the emperor wants to send money to Jiangsu! He is very likely sending money to the Jiangsu military, which will make things more complicated for Han Jian."

Duchess Wang Qixing's face darkened. "Why would he support Jiangsu? To take down Han Jian together?"

Li Chenyang nodded.

Duchess Wang Qixing frowned. "We still have Han Jian's candidate, and Han Jian still has our princess. What should we do with them?"

"It seems that the candidate is just trying to make Han Jian think that everything is fine between us." Li Chenyang said gritting his teeth.

Duchess Wang Qixing frowned. "We need to stop this at all costs. Betrayal must not happen, otherwise--"

"What if we notify Han Jian?" Li Chenyang suddenly suggested.

"Are you crazy?! Why are you doing this?" Duchess Wang Qixing asked.

"If we launch a military coup, other countries will be dissatisfied with our leadership. However, if we have Han Jian's support for the Li family, other countries will follow suit."

Duchess Wang Qixing opened her lips. So now it was inevitable. The death of her beloved brother was certain.

There is no turning back now.

Once upon a time, Duchess Wang Qixing loved no one except her brother. And now, that love has bitten her. The emperor had every chance to keep his niece safe, but he didn't.

"We need to discuss this matter with your father first." Duchess Wang Qixing said finally. "After that, we will come to a conclusion on the next course of action."

"Notify him when he comes back. We can't waste time now." Li Chenyang said.

Duchess Wang Qixing nodded. "I agree."

Li Chenyang did not stay in the study room any longer. It seemed a mess to others, but to him, it was organized to King Li Chenyang, and he probably knew where everything was.

As the mother and son were about to leave the private study, a eunuch rushed over from the corridor. The eunuch stopped in front of them, panting, and bowed deeply.

"Madam, Master, there is a soldier from the Han Dynasty who urgently wants to see you."

Li Chenyang straightened up. Is it Yu Zhen? It’s damn time! That stupid rogue. How dare he let Xueyue wait? Hum, if he comes to ask me for blessing, I will only give it to him when he kneels down! He thought.

“Alas, but our Xueyue has already gone out to meet him.” Duchess Wang Qixing frowned. Maybe they didn’t meet in the forest? She sighed. What bad timing for both of them.

Although Duchess Wang Qixing recognized Yu Zhen as a supporter, she was still disturbed by the "kidnapping" that had occurred. At least he should send her home early, or send a soldier to inform the Li family what happened.

Duchess Wang Qixing didn't like Xueyue's idea of ​​chasing men, but she knew it was inevitable. Sometimes women must reciprocate, otherwise men will get tired of chasing for so long.

Duchess Wang Qixing only hopes that Xueyue can make wise decisions in the future.

Li Chenyang saw that his mother looked dazed. He decided to respond to the eunuch in person.

"We'll meet in the main living room, prepare tea." Li Chenyang said. "Oh, I heard that Hanjian soldiers hate salty pastries. Give us more."

Duchess Wang Qixing gave her son a pointed look and screamed, "Really?" Do you have to be so stingy?

Li Chenyang gave a sickeningly sweet smile in return: "Why, of course I must!"

Duchess Wang Chil-sing rolled her eyes as the eunuch resigned himself to his duties. He motioned for two servants to prepare tea and snacks while he prepared to take the guests to the living room.

"Isn't Xueyue going to meet him?" Li Chenyang snorted, "Why did he come to us alone? He should have stayed in that forest."

"Maybe it's urgent." Duchess Wang Qixing sighed and brushed a strand of hair behind her ear. She saw her son's messy collar and decided to fix it. She reached forward, gently adjusted it, and patted his chest soothingly.

"Mom..." Li Chenyang muttered, obviously embarrassed that he was now grown up and was still in her arms.

"Whether you are twenty or two years old, you will always be a child in my eyes." Duchess Wang Qixing smiled at him. His cheeks flushed slightly, and she couldn't help pinching one side.

"Mother!" He was angry and pushed her hand, and she laughed at his pouting.

"Okay, okay, I won't bother you anymore." Duchess Wang Qixing chuckled and covered her hands. "I really hope you can find me a daughter-in-law to entertain an old mother like you. I really want to see my grandchildren while I can still play with them!"

Li Chenyang was scolded by her nagging. He covered his face with one hand and looked away. "Why don't you let Wenmin give birth to a child for you first? I still have a career to complete."

"There's nothing wrong with finding a woman along the way. Who knows? Maybe she'll help you advance in life."

"Our family is already ranked above most families, and no one can bring us any benefits."

"No one, except for the daughter of Ning Hou. He is an important figure in the court and the main leader of the other party. If we can get his support, things will be easier when the other party opposes us in the future."

Li Chenyang did not respond. This week, I thought of Ning Huabing again. When she tried to give him the good luck tassel during the spring competition, her expression was flustered and her hands were shaking. He was not interested in a woman as meek and shy as her. Little did he know that she was behaving in exactly the opposite way he imagined.

"She deserves someone better." Li Chenyang muttered. "Someone who is willing to give her time. Not me. I have things to do."

Duchess Wang Qixing suspected that she had heard it wrong. Why are there so many men in this family? It can be seen that Ning Huabing still loves her emotionally foolish son!

"Hmph, just wait." Duchess Wang Qixing gritted her teeth.

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