Chapter 204: The Greed of the Northern Di Tribe
In the study of Prince Yong's mansion, candles were brightly lit, but there was a cold and murderous atmosphere in the air.
Nangong Ye sat upright in the main seat, and Dongfang Yuning was still nestled in his arms like a lazy cat, except for her pair of peach blossom eyes that were usually clear and lively.
At this moment, he narrowed his eyes slightly, and his fingertips unconsciously stroked the silver ring on his right index finger, which looked ordinary but never left his body.
A black-clad secret guard was kneeling on one knee, reporting in a low voice the latest secret information from the north.
“Although the Northern Di royal court hasn’t explicitly stated it, several of its largest tribes, especially the Vulture and Gray Wolf tribes, have been holding frequent alliances and preparing for war.
The spies they sent to Yanmao brought back news of Yanmao's wealth, with pearls plentiful and gold as abundant as iron. They said that if they could seize it, they could ensure the Northern Di people would be safe for a hundred years... Their intention to annex the land was obvious."
The secret guard's voice was steady, but every word was shocking.
Nangong Ye's face was as calm as water, only his arms around Dongfang Yuning tightened slightly, and there was ice in the depths of his eyes.
These barbarians only care about eating and not about being beaten!
It seems that he has completely forgotten the lesson from many years ago. He even dares to cast his greedy eyes on Ning'er and Yanmao, which he created!
Dongfang Yuning felt the coldness emanating from her husband and patted the back of his hand soothingly.
She raised her head and looked at the secret guard. Her voice was still soft, but with a subtle sharpness:
"Just coveting wealth? Nothing else?"
The secret guard hesitated for a moment and continued:
"My princess, they... seem to be secretly seeking information about the Institute of Geography, especially... about the city defense equipment and... a magical artifact that can produce loud noises and flames..."
really!
The drunkard’s real intention is not to drink!
Not only do they want money, they also want technology that can give them military advantage!
Dongfang Yuning hummed softly, lowered his eyes, looked at the cold and simple ring on his fingertips, and a cold arc appeared at the corner of his lips.
The arc was somewhat similar to the one when Nangong Ye was angry.
【Xiao Lingling,】
She whispered in her mind,
[Did you hear that? Someone's thinking about your little cutie. After all these years of loneliness, isn't it time to stretch your legs and give them... an unforgettable fireworks show?]
AI Zero, who had been silent for a long time, suddenly became passionate and filled with murderous aura in his electronic voice. A peerless general was awakened:
Commander! AI Zero is always ready! Energy core operating normally, weapon modules on standby! Serving you and eliminating all threats is the highest honor of Zero's existence! Please indicate target parameters!
Although Nangong Ye could not hear the electronic sound of AI Zero, he could clearly "hear" Dongfang Yuning's inner voice.
When he heard the word "fireworks show", his eyebrows raised slightly, and the coldness in his eyes was instantly replaced by a light mixed with pride, indulgence and expectation.
His Ning'er is usually sweet and adorable, but once her bottom line is touched, the fangs she shows are enough to scare any enemy.
"This matter needs to be reported to the Emperor."
Nangong Ye said in a deep voice, his tone regained its composure.
"Secret Guards, immediately report the Northern Di's movements and our judgment to His Majesty at an expedited rate of eight hundred miles. Although Yanmao is our fiefdom, it involves diplomatic relations and war, and requires Your Majesty's judgment."
"yes!"
The secret guard received the order and instantly disappeared into the darkness.
The Young Emperor's Fury
The secret report was delivered to the capital as quickly as possible and placed on the desk of the young Emperor Nangong Chengqian.
Today's Nangong Chengqian is no longer the young emperor who needed the protection of his uncle and aunt.
Years of imperial career have made him more mature and steady. His majesty is growing day by day, and his every move and gesture has revealed the true bearing of a supreme ruler.
When he unfolded the secret report and saw the contents clearly, there was a loud "bang"!
He slammed his palm on the hard rosewood imperial desk, causing the pen, ink, paper and inkstone to jump!
"What a Beidi! What a wolfish ambition!"
Nangong Chengqian's face was as gloomy as water, and his eyes were filled with uncontrollable anger.
"You deserve to die for coveting Yanmao's wealth! You even dare to covet the divine artifact! Do you really think that I, Dayan, have no one?! Do you really think that the Emperor's uncle's blade is weak?!"
What is Yanmao?
That was the hard work of the emperor's uncle and aunt, the economic lifeline of Dayan's south, and a huge treasure house that supported him in implementing new policies, enriching the country and strengthening the military!
It is also... the place he considers as home deep in his heart!
There are his most respected elders and his most beloved brothers and sisters, although the generations are a bit confusing!
Bei Di's move undoubtedly touched his reverse scale!
Without the slightest hesitation, he immediately picked up his pen and spread out the bright yellow imperial edict. His pen flew across his body, his words sonorous and powerful, carrying with it the unquestionable majesty of an emperor:
"The Northern Di barbarians, despite repeated admonitions, remain incorrigible in their greed and covet the royal land. Their hearts are worthy of death! I have made up my mind: the matter of Yanmao.
This is the responsibility of Prince Yong and his wife. All defense and response measures are decided by Uncle Nangong Ye and Aunt Dongfang Yuning. No further report is needed! I grant you the right to execute first and report later!
He paused, and his writing became sharper, almost penetrating the paper:
“Anyone who dares to violate Yanmao, no matter where they come from or what tribe they belong to, will be regarded as invading Dayan’s territory!
Give me—beat them hard! Make sure they hurt! Beat them until they are terrified! Beat them so hard that their descendants won't dare to look south again!
"Not an inch of Dayan's territory will be surrendered! The prosperity of Yan's trade must not be coveted! This order takes effect immediately!"
After writing, he took out the private seal and imperial seal he carried with him and stamped them heavily!
Then he immediately called his trusted secret guards:
"Eight hundred miles, urgent! Send immediately to Prince Yanmao Yong's palace! No mistakes!"
The emperor's edict returned to Yanmao as quickly as possible.
Nangong Ye took the imperial edict with the imperial seal on it, and after reading its contents, a cold and satisfied arc appeared on the corner of his mouth.
Cheng Qian, this kid, really did not disappoint him, he is very courageous!
Be responsible!
He handed the imperial edict to Dongfang Yuning in his arms.
Dongfang Yuning took a quick glance, and when he saw the words "full decision-making", "act first and report later", and "beat severely", his eyes lit up instantly, like a kitten seeing its favorite toy.
"Husband~The Emperor is wise!"
She smiled cunningly and waved the imperial edict in her hand.
"Then...can we start preparing for our fireworks show?"
"nature."
Nangong Ye lowered his head and kissed her between the eyebrows.
"Ning'er, play however you want. Your husband will set up the stage for you and ensure that your fireworks are loud and bright, so that everyone who should see them can see them clearly!"
With the emperor's highest authorization, the couple took action immediately.
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