Jiangbei.

Imperial capital.

The palace was heavily guarded. When the royal guards saw Miss Qin passing by with the child in her arms, they just glanced at her and ignored her.

Half a year ago, the imperial guards set up a guard post every three steps and a sentry every five steps, never leaving her side, staring at her closely, fearing that Miss Qin would grow wings and fly away in the blink of an eye.

Now, just take a look and then go about your business.

Qin Ye held Zi Ye and walked into the imperial study.

As it happened, there were several officials discussing matters inside, and when they saw the mother and son arriving, they all stopped talking.

"Oh, sorry."

Qin Ye frowned and said lazily, "I didn't know you were busy. I asked Caixia to make a cup of health tea, put it down and leave."

Caixia stepped forward, placed the tea respectfully next to the emperor, and left.

Zong Zhengli raised his eyes and smiled, "I'm not busy."

He told the officials, “All of you step down.”

"No need, you go ahead and do your work. Zi Ye and I will go back first." Qin Ye glanced at the memorial on the table and naturally saw some of the content.

She quickly withdrew her gaze, pretending that she had not seen anything, smiled kindly, and turned away.

Several officials looked at each other, communicating something with their eyes:

The emperor is really indulgent towards this Miss Qin. He doesn't even care about such an important place as the Imperial Study. Isn't he pampering her too much?

Moreover, Miss Qin has been raising the emperor's eldest grandson.

Are the rumors outside true?

The emperor's eldest grandson was actually born to Miss Qin?

Then isn’t the emperor cuckolded?

The relationship between the Emperor, Prince Chen, and Miss Qin is so complicated...

I was guessing it in my mind but I dared not say it out loud.

Outside the imperial study.

Qin Ye, who had originally planned to leave, walked to the corner, but suddenly stopped and stood there motionless, standing in the position closest to the window and most likely to hear the conversation.

Caixia realized something and was a little scared:

"Miss Qin..."

"You go back first."

“Ah, this…”

Although Caixia was a little scared, she had good intentions after all. She didn't say a word, pretended that she saw nothing, and walked away as if nothing had happened.

Qin Ye heard the conversation inside.

An official said, "Your Majesty, according to reliable information, the Nanyuan Kingdom has intervened. Princess Nanyuan arrived in Jiangnan and met with Prince Chen. She is interested in cooperating with Prince Chen. They have joined forces and are preparing to launch the battle of Tianshu City in the next few days."

Another official worried:

"The intervention of Nanyuan Country has directly led to a huge gap in strength between us and King Chen. If a fight really breaks out, I'm afraid we won't be able to hold on..."

"It is reported that King Chen will personally go to Tianshu City to command the battle."

"Your Majesty, do you think we should cooperate with the Western Regions and the Northern Ning Kingdom?"

They discussed the war.

Zong Zhengli's cold voice:

"If they want to attack Tianshu City, they have to jump over the Wulan River first! The Wulan River has a fast current, is wide and steep, and as long as we set up defenses on the water, it will be difficult for them to cross."

"Five days later, I will go out to fight in person!"

After hearing this, the officials hurriedly advised:

"Your Majesty, you can't do that. War is dangerous and swords are merciless. You can't take the risk."

"Yes, in case something happens to you..."

"Your Majesty, please think twice!"

"Since Zong Zhengchen can go, why can't I go? I want to go and see how Zong Zhengchen jumps over the Wulan River!"

In the imperial study, the voices of the people discussing matters were passionate and rising, the speech was rapid and solemn, and every word involved matters of family and country.

Outside.

Qin Ye listened to a lot. Ziye in his arms was also very sensible. He kept his mouth closed very quietly, blinked his eyes as if he understood but not really, and looked at his mother quietly.

Stood for a moment.

Leave quietly and silently.

Just like before, they went to the retired emperor. De Fu had just finished feeding him medicine and the retired emperor was resting. When he saw Zi Ye coming, he was extremely happy.

Qin Ye sat in front of the bed and dismissed all the palace servants, leaving only Defu.

She was thinking about something and her face looked quite solemn.

Looking at Defu who was holding Ziye, and then at the happy emperor, he had almost prepared a few words, and after careful consideration, he finally made up his mind.

He spoke in a deep voice:

"Let's go in five days."