He must make thorough preparations to ensure that Shannan Prefecture does not lose a single soldier or a single blade of grass.
Just then, Princess Mingyue returned.
She ran anxiously to Lu Yan and said:
"Lord Lu, please reconsider! My father has already dispatched 100,000 troops, who are heading towards Shannan Prefecture!"
"If you insist on starting a war, Shannan Prefecture will surely suffer devastation!"
Looking at Princess Mingyue's anxious appearance, Lu Yan couldn't help but feel a little moved.
Although this little girl is willful and capricious, she is kind-hearted.
"Your Highness, rest assured, I will not let the people of Shannan Prefecture suffer."
Lu Yan said softly.
"However, since the Northern Xiang Kingdom dares to invade, I must teach them a lesson!"
"You killed our envoy! You have provoked a war between our two countries, Lord Lu!"
"War? I'm not afraid of that!"
Lu Yan curled his lip in disdain.
"Since they dare to cause trouble, they should be prepared! Go back and tell your king to wash his neck and wait!"
Princess Mingyue saw that Lu Yan was so firm and knew that force wouldn't work, so she had to try a softer approach.
She took a deep breath, trying to remain calm, her eyes sparkling.
She looked at Lu Yan with a pitiful expression and said softly:
"Lord Lu, your wisdom and strategic brilliance have long been admired by Mingyue."
"Why don't you take Mingyue as your concubine? Mingyue will surely be able to persuade Father Emperor to withdraw his troops and turn hostility into friendship."
"In the future, if you and the Northern Xiang Kingdom join forces, you will surely be able to dominate the world!"
Princess Mingyue's words were a combination of soft and hard tactics.
It expresses both affection and hints at the enormous benefits of cooperation and mutual benefit.
Lu Yan looked at the delicate princess before him and chuckled inwardly.
This young lady is quite adept at handling things.
However, I am not so easily tempted by beauty.
He stroked his chin, pretending to think seriously, and then replied in a solemn tone:
"Your Highness, I need to think carefully about your suggestion."
"After all, this is a major event concerning the diplomatic relations between the two countries, and it cannot be taken lightly."
Princess Mingyue was overjoyed upon hearing this, thinking that Lu Yan had already fallen for her.
She quickly seized the opportunity and said coquettishly:
"Lord Lu, what else is there to consider? Mingyue's sincerity towards you is as clear as day!"
"If you agree, Mingyue is willing to do anything for you!"
"Anything?" Lu Yan raised an eyebrow, a hint of amusement flashing in his eyes.
Princess Mingyue blushed, nodded gently, and whispered, "Mmm..."
Lu Yan suddenly burst into laughter, laughing so hard he almost fell over, tears welling up in his eyes.
Princess Mingyue was puzzled by his laughter and asked with a confused look:
"Lord Lu, what are you laughing at?"
Princess Mingyue was delighted to see that Lu Yan did not refuse, and continued:
"Lord Lu, Mingyue knows she is not worthy of you, but Mingyue's heart is truly devoted to you!"
"If you grant Mingyue's request, Mingyue is willing to do anything for you!"
As she spoke, Princess Mingyue actually knelt down in front of Lu Yan.
Lu Yan finally managed to stop laughing, then pointed at Princess Mingyue and said:
"Your Highness, aren't you being far too naive?"
"Do you think you can make me give up the barbarian lands I've already gained just because of a few words from you?"
"You're overestimating your own charm!"
Princess Mingyue's expression changed, feeling both ashamed and angry.
She never expected that even after she had gone to such lengths, Lu Yan would remain unmoved.
"Lu Yan! You've gone too far!"
Princess Mingyue was so angry that she trembled all over and pointed at Lu Yan's nose, cursing him.
"You wait! I will never let you get away with this!"
Having said that, she turned and left, taking the remaining entourage with her, and stormed out of the government office.
Watching Princess Mingyue's departing figure, Lu Yan's lips curled into a cold smile.
You little punk, you're still too green to mess with me!
...
Princess Mingyue returned to Beixiang Kingdom in a huff, her mind filled with Lu Yan's irritatingly smug smile.
hateful!
How dare you humiliate this princess like this!
Princess Mingyue bit her lip hard, her heart churning with turmoil.
But she immediately sighed.
Thinking of Lu Yan's confident demeanor, a strange feeling welled up in my heart.
Back at the palace, Princess Mingyue did not reveal all of her experiences in Shannan Prefecture.
She simply said that Lu Yan was completely unyielding.
She rejected the proposal for peace talks and also concealed the fact that Lu Yan had humiliated her.
After all, deep down she still harbored a vague and inexplicable affection for Lu Yan.
She didn't want her father to develop a prejudice against Lu Yan because of his personal grudges.
"Father, Lu Yan is no ordinary man. Under his rule, Shannan Prefecture is simply a paradise on earth!"
"The people live in peace and contentment, commerce is thriving, and even the soldiers are well-trained and well-equipped!"
"If we attack rashly, we will likely suffer heavy losses!"
Princess Mingyue spoke with great emotion, and didn't forget to secretly wipe away non-existent tears.
After hearing his daughter's description, the King of Beixiang frowned and pondered to himself:
Is Lu Yan really that amazing?
Could it be that his daughter is bewitched by him and is deliberately exaggerating?
"Mingyue, are you sure you didn't see wrong? Is Lu Yan really that amazing?"
"Father, everything I said is true! Lu Yan is simply a genius!"
"He is not only proficient in governing the country, but also deeply knowledgeable in military strategy. I even think he is more capable than you, Father!"
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