Over these tens of thousands of years, Bian Lang never stopped growing stronger.

Shangguan Hongyu couldn't even imagine just how strong Bian Lang was now.

She couldn't possibly let Bian Lang deal with the alliance of the four aquatic tribes all by himself.

After all, behind her stands such a vast empire; how could she not lend a hand?

Bian Lang said, "Sending the Imperial soldiers will only increase casualties."

“That can’t be…” Shangguan Hongyu said with a worried expression.

Bian Lang laughed and said, "Who said I'm going alone? I'll call on the brothers from Justice Fortress, and with you too, we won't be able to defeat a small Four Seas Alliance!"

Shangguan Hongyu was a little confused, having forgotten about the multi-headed tribe.

It's important to know that multi-headed creatures are extremely powerful; those with three or more heads are already incredibly formidable in combat.

Shangguan Hongyu had lived in the Misty Forest for a few days and knew how powerful the multi-headed tribe there was.

If the Multi-Headed Tribe were brought along, dismantling the Four Seas Alliance would be a piece of cake.

As for how the Heavenly Realm will react after the Four Seas Dragon Palace is destroyed, that's a matter for later; we'll just have to deal with whatever comes our way.

“Husband, if that’s the case, I should step down immediately,” Shangguan Hongyu said with a smile.

Once she leaves the throne, she will launch a campaign against the Four Seas Alliance in the name of Justice Fortress to seek justice for those who died unjustly at sea.

Doing this in the name of Justice Fortress will at least avoid involving the empire.

Even if the Heavenly Realm were to punish them in the future, they would only seek trouble with the Fortress of Justice.

This may be the last thing Shangguan Hongyu can do for the people of the empire.

After this, whatever happens to the empire will be none of her concern.

Bian Lang nodded and asked with a smile, "Any candidates?"

"Before deciding on a candidate, we must first eliminate the King of Wei," Shangguan Hongyu said.

Wei Qingyi is ambitious and has always wanted to usurp the throne. If Shangguan Hongyu hadn't been so powerful, he probably would have taken action long ago.

All Wei Qingyi is doing now is hiring a few storytellers to spread nonsense in the streets and alleys, hoping to completely ruin Shangguan Hongyu's reputation and then incite the people to rise up in rebellion.

Normally, ordinary people aren't that naive.

Bian Lang laughed and said, "Why not just give him the throne?"

"Does my husband think Wei Qingyi can be a good emperor?" Shangguan Hongyu asked in surprise.

Bian Lang said, "If he can be a good emperor, it will naturally be a blessing for the people. If he can't, the people will naturally kick him out."

The people of this cultivation world are not so easy to enslave.

Shangguan Hongyu frowned as she carefully considered Bian Lang's suggestion, feeling that it was worth trying.

Whether Wei Qingyi is a dragon or a worm, we'll only know by taking her out for a walk.

The next morning at court, all the officials were discussing the unrest that had spread throughout the land.

All Shangguan Hongyu could think about was giving the throne to Wei Qingyi.

However, the officials debated fiercely. Some said they needed to make peace with the four seas again, some said they should fight the four seas to the end, and some said they should try to ask the heavens to mediate.

The officials had differing opinions, and none of them could convince the others. Finally, all eyes turned to Shangguan Hongyu, hoping that she could come up with a solution.

Looking at the expectant expressions of the officials, it might be inappropriate to announce the abdication of the throne now.

Shangguan Hongyu thought to herself, "We must completely resolve the crisis that Sihai has brought us."

This peaceful coexistence will inevitably be broken one day, no matter what.

Those officials who supported waging war against the world all looked excited upon hearing this.

This battle will surely be recorded in history.

Shen Sanmu, as the Minister of War, did not actually agree with going to war with the Four Seas, but if Shangguan Hongyu insisted on doing so, he would still obey the imperial decree.

Shangguan Hongyu then said, "Our war with the Four Seas must never be conducted in the name of the Empire."

All the officials were stunned, not quite understanding the meaning of Shangguan Hongyu's words.

Even if the empire exerts all its strength, the fact that it can contend with the world is enough to demonstrate its power.

But if we don't wage war in the name of the empire, then no matter what we do, we feel we are no match for the world.

Shangguan Hongyu didn't keep them in suspense and said directly, "At that time, Justice Fortress will act on behalf of Heaven and fight against the four seas, while the Empire's military forces will not move a single soldier."

The officials were in uproar.

Even the Empire cannot guarantee victory in this war. What kind of place is Justice Fortress? Is it really that powerful?

"Your Majesty, will this... will this work?" Shen Sanmu asked.

Nian Tianfu also said, "Your Majesty, this battle is of great importance, and we cannot afford any mistakes."

The officials all offered their advice, hoping to persuade Shangguan Hongyu to abandon this dangerous idea.

Once the officials had quieted down, Shangguan Hongyu said, "Even if Justice Fortress is defeated, it can still wear down the enemy. When the Imperial Army sets out again, victory will be assured."

The officials thought about it and realized it made sense, secretly cursing themselves for being foolish.

Even if Justice Fortress is just an ordinary martial arts sect, as long as it goes to fight the Four Seas Alliance, it will surely weaken the enemy.

Although the officials dared not say it aloud, they all knew in their hearts that Justice Fortress was probably Bian Lang's territory.

Shen Sanmu understood this best.

Justice Fortress's combat strength is actually very powerful.

However, Shen Sanmu felt that he was still lacking the necessary skills to contend with the Four Seas Alliance.

If the goal is simply to weaken the Four Seas Alliance, then sending Justice Fortress would be a wise move.

But that was Bian Lang's family business after all. Was Shangguan Hongyu really willing to give it up?

Seeing that the officials seemed quite satisfied with the outcome, Shangguan Hongyu smiled and said, "As I just said, this war cannot be fought in the name of the Empire, and since I intend to participate, I have decided to abdicate the throne..."

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