"This is not the best time to attack us."

When the ruler of Qi came last time, he even had a contest with us, and we even surpassed their prized weapons.

Under these circumstances, if you were in their shoes, would you choose to go to war with Dacheng at this time?

The young official quickly shook his head.

"Look, even a newly appointed minor official like you knows these things, but our Empress can't see through it at all, and even encourages our Emperor to do such a thing. This... this is just ridiculous!"

"Yes, yes!"

"No, we, as his subjects, cannot allow His Majesty to be misled by treacherous people. We should stand up and persuade His Majesty to stay away from the Empress. That is the right thing to do."

"right."

As the crowd spoke, they became filled with righteous indignation.

They all gathered together, wanting to go find His Majesty.

However, before they could find His Majesty, Little Shadow kicked them out on the grounds that His Majesty was unwell.

However, they did not give up.

Therefore, after leaving the palace, they widely publicized the matter in the streets, restaurants, and teahouses.

Everyone is saying that Gu Jingchun doesn't understand politics and is even encouraging Shen Hechuan to make wrong decisions. If this matter is not taken seriously, it may affect the stability of our Great Cheng.

As a result, some people were influenced and actually believed that Gu Jingchun was that kind of person, and they immediately started spreading the word.

At this moment, Gu Jingchun and Shen Hechuan were snuggling together.

Gu Jingchun ate a grape, found it a bit sour, so he took another one and put it into Shen Hechuan's mouth.

With one arm around Gu Jingchun and the other hand reviewing memorials, Shen Hechuan opened his mouth without thinking and ate the food that was offered to him.

Instantly, a strong sour taste spread in his mouth, causing his facial features to scrunch up.

He opened his mouth, trying to spit out what was inside.

However, Gu Jingchun covered it up.

"Don't vomit, don't vomit."

Gu Jingchun winked mischievously and laughed out loud with a smug look on his face.

Seeing this, Shen Hechuan stopped thinking about vomiting and instead pulled Gu Jingchun over, about to kiss her on the lips.

Gu Jingchun quickly shook his head and refused.

But Shen Hechuan was too strong.

He pressed her head down, making her unable to move at all.

Gu Jingchun kept his mouth shut, determined not to let Shen Hechuan succeed.

However, Shen Hechuan cheated and secretly tickled her, which made Gu Jingchun burst out laughing.

Shen Hechuan seized the opportunity to slip inside.

Instantly, a strong sour taste spread from the tip of Gu Jingchun's tongue.

This caused Gu Jingchun's facial features to furrow slightly.

She quickly pushed Shen Hechuan away, drank several mouthfuls of water, and then sighed.

"It's so sour!"

Shen Hechuan, contrary to his usual behavior, swallowed all the grapes in his mouth before saying a word.

Is it sour?

"I think it's very sweet."

As for what makes it sweet, that remains unknown.

Gu Jingchun instantly understood what he meant, blushed, and gave him a reproachful look.

After their argument, Shen Hechuan continued to hold Gu Jingchun in his arms.

"Are you aware of the news that just came in?"

Gu Jingchun nodded.

"Of course I know, it must be common knowledge by now."

Looking at Gu Jingchun's expression, Shen Hechuan knew that this girl was up to no good, so he said, "Should I go and scare those people?"

Gu Jingchun shook his head.

"No need. Not only do you not need to care, but you should also make this matter even bigger, preferably so that everyone in Dacheng knows about it."

"Let's coordinate again during tomorrow's morning court session and give it another push."

Shen Hechuan didn't quite understand what he was saying.

Why do this?

Gu Jingchun: "The harsher they criticize me now, the more painful the slap in the face will be when news of the battles on the border comes back."

"By then, the people and officials will not only not think I am ignorant of politics, but will say that I am a prophet!"

"This reputation spreads much faster than I'm working day and night reviewing memorials."

The morning court session the following day.

Just as Gu Jingchun had predicted, the officials began to submit memorials, saying that Gu Jingchun was ignorant of politics and had even encouraged Shen Hechuan, which might affect the future of Dacheng.

They all demanded that Gu Jingchun should no longer participate in court affairs.

Gu Jingchun was not angry after hearing this.

Instead, he spoke again in the imperial court.

"My beloved ministers, I still stand by my opinion."

I'm certain that Mo Junxing will launch a war against our Great Cheng at this time.

"By the time the news from the border arrives, it will be too late."

"As for the provisions, they must be gathered within two days."

After Gu Jingchun finished speaking, he specifically mentioned the name of the Minister of Revenue.

"There's still time. Instead of wasting time talking here, you should hurry up and make preparations. If you delay military operations, can you bear the consequences?"

After Gu Jingchun finished speaking, Shen Hechuan nodded in agreement.

"Yes, the Empress is right. Ministry of Revenue, you must start preparing as soon as possible."

The officials were surprised to find that Shen Hechuan hadn't listened to a word they said, and they all looked at each other in bewilderment.

"His Majesty--"

The ministers spoke again.

"Your Majesty, we humbly beg you to reconsider!"

Shen Hechuan waved his hand, wanting the old minister to shut up.

Immediately, everyone's eyes were drawn to Old Master Wang.

However, Grand Tutor Wang kept his eyes closed, as if he were asleep, and showed no intention of saying anything more.

Once everyone's attention had shifted away...

He slowly opened his eyes, glanced around cautiously, and then breathed a sigh of relief.

joke!

He had long seen through her; their empress was no ordinary person. She was surely a shrewd and calculating woman, and would never act rashly.

He said that Mo Junxing might attack Dacheng, and then it really is possible that he might attack Dacheng.

Therefore, not only will Grand Tutor Wang not refrain from interfering with Gu Jingchun, but he is also prepared to help Gu Jingchun today.

Seeing that there were hardly any people of integrity in the vast court, Jiang Chongfan couldn't help but stand up.

"Your Majesty, this old minister is willing to die to remonstrate with you. I beg Your Majesty to open your eyes and listen to the cries of your ministers!"

Shen Hechuan remained calm today and did not take the ministers' words to heart.

Hearing this now, he raised an eyebrow.

"Lord Shen, I still advise you to listen to the Empress's words!"

He stood up as he spoke.

"If Lord Shen wishes to remonstrate to the death, he may wait a few more days. If the facts are indeed as Lord Shen says, then it will not be too late for you to remonstrate to the death."

"Court adjourned!!"

Upon hearing this, Jiang Chongfan immediately shouted several times.

"Your Majesty, Your Majesty——"