"Go to the barbarians? But they are not even willing to send troops to suppress the rebels with us. Where are we going, Your Majesty?" Jin Xuan frowned, looking puzzled.
"Hmph, no matter what, those barbarians and traitors have a deep-seated hatred for each other. As long as we can get there, I will definitely be able to persuade them!" Jin Feng shook his head, flicking a strand of hair that had fallen from his bun behind him.
“But…” Jin Xuan’s face was conflicted.
"No need to say anything more! Have you arranged a place for me? If not, then I have no choice but to go there! And now I must leave the city immediately!" Jin Fengluan shouted angrily.
"Yes, Your Majesty!" Jin Xuan said no more and urged his warhorse toward the west gate.
Finally, after a frantic run, the two arrived at the West Gate, where a large number of soldiers, all of whom were imperial guards, had already gathered.
Before dismounting, Jin Fengluan whispered a few words to Jin Xuan, who nodded repeatedly. Then, Jin Fengluan climbed into one of the carriages, and the Imperial Guards split into several teams and dispersed in all directions.
The caravan sped along the wide avenue. Jin Fengluan, sitting in the carriage, lifted the curtain and looked back at the palace that was gradually receding into the distance.
That towering palace is the foundation of the family business, which has taken several generations to reach its current magnificent appearance. Although it is slightly inferior to the imperial city of Jinling, its heritage is something that the imperial city of Jinling can never match.
Although she had lived in Jinling for a long time after becoming the king, she had spent her entire youth there. Now, forced by circumstances, she had to abandon this place again. Thinking of this sorrow, Jin Fengluan finally couldn't help but tear up.
She had tried her best to restrain herself in front of others, but the pain in her heart was still overwhelming her when she had to flee in such a sorry state.
'You've completely destroyed the foundation built by the Jin family over generations.'
'This time you've caused me to end up in this predicament, you...'
Despite her grief, Jin Fengluan still gritted her teeth, cursing Qin Ze in her heart.
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Achoo!
Qin Ze, who was leading the cavalry forward at breakneck speed, sneezed and wiped a wisp of downy hair from the tip of his nose.
Looking up ahead, the long Jade Belt River comes into view. This Jade Belt River is the river that encircles the imperial city, and many willows are planted along its banks.
It was late spring, and the brilliant golden light shone on the willow trees. Countless willow branches swayed in the breeze, casting dappled light and shadow on the ground. Suddenly, a gentle breeze arose, and the willow catkins fluttered down like snow falling under the scorching sun.
Compared to the cold snow falling in the barren and desolate Northern Liang, the snow falling in the rich and beautiful Southern Ze today is warm and gentle. As the iron hooves galloped by, they stirred up a flurry of fallen willow catkins, which danced in the air. Qin Ze had already led his cavalry onto the bridge.
A clear stream flowed under the bridge, and the colorful carp, startled by the rumbling hoofbeats, scattered and fled, no longer bothering to eat the willow catkins floating on the water.
As the people on the bridge gradually walked away, the fish resurfaced and, as usual, chased and frolicked on the surface of the water, or ate willow catkins, as calmly as if nothing had happened before.
Once across the Jade Belt River, Qin Ze immediately ordered his cavalry to disperse and head towards the imperial city in four directions: east, west, south, and north. Of course, it wasn't just his troops that crossed the river. On the way from the city gate, Qin Ze had already divided his forces and sent them to various parts of the city. The largest force of his troops headed straight for the west gate of Nanze.
How could Jin Fengluan, with her narrow mind, foolishness, and self-interest, not cherish her life?
Even if the situation was hopeless and all her subordinates were dead, Qin Ze thought she wouldn't have the courage to commit suicide.
However, this is for the best. If she were to die here so easily and decisively, it would be too lenient for her.
Once across the Jade Belt River, the imperial city was within reach. Qin Ze headed towards the main east gate and, unsurprisingly, soon encountered the Imperial Guards, though their numbers were very small.
Qin Ze raised his arm, and the cavalry behind him swarmed forward.
Ignoring the fighting here, Qin Ze's cavalry cleared a path and went straight into the imperial city.
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The wheels rolled and the crack of whips could be heard from time to time. Inside the carriage, Jin Fengluan huddled in a corner, trembling with fear, afraid of hearing shouts of battle coming from outside.
Fortunately, she hasn't heard anything yet. This time, she hastily fled the capital without wasting any time. She can't care about those ministers now. At this point, life and death are in the hands of fate. Those who can't escape can only wait to die.
But he couldn't die. He had no children yet, and his family had been decimated in the previous battles against the rebels. If he died here, the Jin family would truly be without an heir.
Therefore, no matter what, even if things get really bad, we must escape Nanze.
Whether going to the barbarians would actually work was something Jin Fengluan wasn't sure herself, since the barbarians hadn't shown any interest when she asked them for troops before.
But for now, this is all she can do. She only hopes that the barbarians can understand the principle of mutual dependence. If the Great Gan is destroyed, the barbarians will not go far either, while she will still be the emperor of the Great Gan. With this reputation alone, she will be the legitimate ruler wherever she goes.
Just as my mind was wandering with random thoughts, I heard a tense sound coming from outside the curtains.
"Your Majesty, hold on tight! We need to pick up speed!" Jin Xuan said in a deep voice from the side of the curtain while riding his warhorse, his eyes scanning the streets.
It had been almost an hour since they left the capital. Unlike Jin Fengluan, who was sitting in the carriage, he could hear faint sounds of fighting and killing coming from behind him.
Without a doubt, it must be the rebels fighting against the imperial guards they had appointed.
Earlier, when he left the city, he followed Jin Fengluan's instructions and divided the Imperial Guards into several teams, sending them in different directions within the city, in order to confuse the enemy and slow down the rebels.
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