"I know."

After seeing Nanlin off, Wei Wangqing immediately ordered people to investigate the whereabouts of the Wu tribe.

The entire city is on high alert; the spread of rumors is strictly prohibited.

However, it seems to have had no effect, and the rumors have only intensified in the past two days.

Military camps on the outskirts of Beijing.

"General Nan, we all heard what that witch clan elder said back then, so this matter is true, right?"

"Who are you?" Nan Xiangrong asked coldly.

The person asking the question was taken aback, then stammered, "Soldier."

"Speak louder, I can't hear you."

"Soldiers!" the woman shouted.

What are the soldiers supposed to do?

"Obey orders."

"So what are you doing now?"

"Your subordinate knows he was wrong."

Nan Xiangrong addressed the soldiers around her, saying, "I know many of you have thoughts about what's been happening lately, but we are soldiers. Our job is to defend our country and obey orders. Those things are none of our business. Even if the sky falls, there are people above to hold it up. What's the rush?"

"Besides, how can we be sure this isn't a conspiracy by the Wu tribe? If we panic, wouldn't we be falling into their trap?"

The soldiers below were filled with shame upon hearing this; they had almost fallen for the enemy's treacherous scheme, and it was only thanks to the general's reminder that they were saved.

“You are soldiers, unlike ordinary civilians. It’s one thing for ordinary people to believe and spread rumors, but you, as soldiers, don’t refute them. Instead, you join them in their nonsense. What kind of behavior is that?”

"Yes, I know I was wrong."

"Go down, everyone. Go back to what you were doing and be more careful."

"yes."

After the soldiers left, Nan Xiangrong breathed a sigh of relief, finally managing to calm them down.

He didn't know what the situation was, but he couldn't cause her any trouble, no matter what.

He could only do his best to manage his soldiers and wait for her instructions.

He will obey all her orders.

He believed she would definitely resolve the matter.

Meanwhile, Wei Wangqing was also discussing this matter with Chen Zhiyan.

"The rumors have not only not subsided in the past two days, but have become even more serious. It must be the witch clan stirring things up behind the scenes."

"Tell me, what exactly do they want to do?"

"Moreover, this is not a solution. We have no idea where they are hiding. The enemy is in the dark, while we are in the light. We need to find a way to lure them out and wipe them out in one fell swoop."

"Do you think they'll take advantage of the opportunity to sign the alliance the day after tomorrow?" Chen Zhiyan asked.

Wei Wangqing was also considering the possibilities.

“Whether they are or not, we have to lure them out.” Wei Wangqing’s eyes were deep.

Wei Wangqing had come up with a plan.

She decided to use this as a pretext to lure the enemy out.

Once Wei Wangqing had a plan in mind, he relaxed.

"Ayan, if what the Wu tribe people say is true, wouldn't you find it hard to accept?"

Chen Zhiyan smiled and said, "If it were before, I would probably feel that everything was shattered, that my life had no meaning, and that I was just someone else's experiment."

"My existence is merely a mistake, merely an object of observation and experimentation for others. This is probably what everyone thinks and the source of their inability to accept it."

“That’s right.” Wei Wangqing nodded.

“But, my wife, it doesn’t matter to me anymore. I don’t care about the origin of those things, nor do I want to know how they happened or where they came from. I just want to enjoy every moment of the present.”

"I feel like I truly exist now, with my wife and children by my side, and that's enough."

Wei Wangqing never expected Ayan to say such a thing. Sure enough, her Ayan was extraordinary.

"Ayan, you're amazing." Wei Wangqing smiled at him.

Chen Zhiyan was a little embarrassed. "This is just my personal opinion. But, my wife, there are many people who don't think this way. What do you plan to do?"

Wei Wangqing winked mischievously. "It's a secret."

Chen Zhiyan was helpless; his wife was always quite mischievous at times.

Somewhere in Kyoto.

"The clan chief's move is truly brilliant! Right now, the capital is in a state of panic, the people have no will to live, and the soldiers are all demoralized. This is a golden opportunity for us!"

Wu Yao was overjoyed. His talents had been suppressed by the elders in the past, but now it was finally his time to show his skills and prowess.

"The day after tomorrow will be the day when the Northern and Southern Dynasties sign an agreement. At that time, we will lead our men to storm the palace. With the morale of the Great Wei low, we will surely be able to take down both the Northern and Southern Emperors in one fell swoop."

"The Northern and Southern Dynasties will be unified by our Wu tribe." Wu Yao could already imagine the moment when he would unify the world and raise his voice to the world.

"The clan leader is wise!" The clansmen seemed to see their witch clan regaining its glory, and they all shouted with great pride.

Meanwhile, Wei Wangqing's orders had already been issued to various places.

Everything is ready; whether we succeed or fail, we'll find out tomorrow.

Red tiles, green willows, white bricks and tiles, golden roof, red door, and jade beads.

The envoys from the Southern Dynasty descended the stone steps and entered the main hall.

The people of the Great Wei had been waiting inside the hall for a long time, only waiting for the people of the Southern Dynasty to arrive.

The Southern Dynasty, led by the Southern Emperor, took their seats, facing the people of the Northern Dynasty, clearly distinguishing them.

Although the people of Great Wei appeared calm and composed on the surface, they were actually filled with unease in their hearts.

Everyone knows that today's signing is just a formality, but what matters is what will happen next.

They were also uncertain, since His Majesty had not told them anything, only that they should wait patiently.

But when it comes to life and death, who can be at ease?

A piece of fine paper landed in front of Nanlin.

"These are the terms proposed by our Great Wei. Please take a look, Southern Emperor."

Nan Lin glanced at the corner of his eye, and there was nothing amiss.

After all, the agreement had already been tacitly agreed upon, and this ceremony was merely a formality.

Nan Lin picked up the pen prepared beside him and wrote the two characters 'Nan Lin' with flowing strokes.

Then he took out the imperial seal and gently stamped it on.

Meanwhile, Wei Wangqing also took the brocade.

She later added some things, such as trade between the two countries, the flow of talent, and the exchange of experience.

She still hopes that the two countries can achieve mutual benefit and common growth.

In fact, once you put aside your prejudices, you'll find that there wasn't a significant conflict of interest between the Northern and Southern Dynasties.

After all, they are fundamentally different.

From the fundamental issue of men and women, the two countries cannot merge; they can only cooperate.

This is the best outcome.

She couldn't guarantee what the future would hold, but at least, things wouldn't change while she was around.

She believes she will raise her future daughter well as well.

Therefore, a hundred years is not a problem.

But as for what happens in the future, she couldn't care less.

She has no say in what happens after she dies.

Wei Wangqing also picked up a pen and wrote down his name.

But then, someone broke down the door.

Several people kicked open the palace door, and a group of people filed in, surrounding the group.

And the one being protected in the center by these people was none other than Wu Yao, the patriarch of the Wu tribe.