There is no need for a large army to invade. The empress's mere appearance at the border of Beicang is enough to make the people of Beicang tremble in fear.
To be honest, the people of Beicang were both scared and speechless. Which king didn't stay in the palace, afraid of coming out and encountering danger?
But Empress Long Sheng was very promiscuous. Even after being assassinated and comatose for more than a year, she did not feel fear or cowardice. Instead, she started killing not long after waking up.
King Xian and King Yue were discussing rebellion with them not long ago, but how long has it been since then?
King Xian died, King Yue was beheaded, and the Kingdom of Yue was destroyed.
Neither the raging flood nor the people's wishes could stop the empress from destroying the Kingdom of Yue. After the Kingdom of Yue was destroyed, the flood receded and the sky was filled with brilliant clouds.
It was as if the heavens had given way to her.
They, Beicang, were not as good as the Kingdom of Yue and had no power to fight at all.
If the empress raises an army, you can see the outcome just by thinking about it.
Completely dead.
Therefore, when the empress's team arrived at the foot of Beicang Yulong City, the general guarding Yulong City directly opened the city gate.
The prefect, dressed in official uniform, came out with his men to greet them.
"Yulong City Governor Gong Houyuan awaits the Empress's arrival!"
The Silver Armored Army slowly separated into two sides, revealing a large and luxurious carriage.
The carriage door opened, and two young maids drew aside the curtains. A dark figure sat casually in the middle. His features could not be seen clearly at this distance, but his posture was noble. Just from his figure, one could feel the oppressive majesty of an emperor.
Yang Jun rode forward and said, "My emperor has heard that Northern Cang has unique scenery and wants to go there for a visit. May I borrow your passage?"
Gong Houyuan: “…” You are quite polite, making it seem like I really refused.
Those dazzling silver-armored soldiers at the back are so polite.
He bowed slightly and said, "Beicang is honored to have the Empress here."
After saying that, he stepped sideways and left the city gate wide open.
Yang Jun laughed and pretended to be surprised: "Master Gong just let us go without notifying King Bei Cang?"
Gong Houyuan: ...How dare he have the guts to stop the empress outside the city?
It takes a whole day to travel from Yulong City to Beicang King by galloping at full speed.
The time it took to go back and forth to ask for instructions was just enough for the Empress's Silver Armored Army to attack.
He could still tell the difference between opening the city gate and being accused of cowardice, and having his head fall to the ground as a sacrifice to the Longsheng Silver Armor Army.
But even though I thought this in my heart, I couldn’t say it out loud.
"The Empress is renowned and illustrious, and my king deeply admires her. It is a great honor for Bei Cang that Your Majesty is willing to be our guest."
He didn't dare to offend the empress, and he believed that his own king wouldn't dare to do so either.
The gifts sent to the empress several times before were all sent from him.
The monarch's attitude has long been clear.
Gong Houyuan could feel that after he finished speaking, a group of silver-armored guards looked at him with disappointment.
Military merit just slipped away from my eyes!
The Silver Armored Guards speak with their strength, but personal ability is one thing and military achievements are another.
Ability determines rank, and military merit determines glory.
Although the empress launched a war, her army was too strong and her military achievements were more than gains.
After finally defeating the Kingdom of Yue, they were about to head towards Beicang. They were all ready to fight, just waiting to show their skills. However, Beicang simply opened the door and let them pass. The military achievements they had in mind were gone, which made them feel resentful.
Gong Houyuan: “…” Guess why I let him go.
The team moved forward slowly. Gong Houyuan had seen the Silver Armored Army before, but although they had the same equipment and the same people, the ones following the empress seemed completely different from those he had seen before.
It is more majestic and imposing, even the horses hold their heads high and chests puffed out, looking very proud.
Just by looking at these guards, one can feel the emperor's majesty.
A row of cavalry passed by, the huge wheels turned, and the copper nails shone with golden luster.
Gong Houyuan knew that the empress had arrived, and was very sensible and did not look up, but the wheels of the car stopped in front of him.
He heard the sound of the car curtain being lifted and felt a cold and captivating gaze gently falling on him.
"Gong Houyuan."
The tone was slightly cool, with a smile in the casual tone.
Gong Houyuan bowed and said, "I'm honored, Your Majesty."
"Look up."
Gong Houyuan paused, then looked up and looked directly at the emperor.
Although he is not his monarch, the pressure he feels is even heavier than the pressure he feels from the Lord of Beicang.
The empress has a bad reputation, being cruel, vicious, ruthless and cold-blooded, but very few people talk about her appearance.
However, those who are interested can still analyze from some limited information that the empress is quite good-looking.
Although I was mentally prepared, I was still amazed when I saw it.
Such a reputation, such means, such beauty.
It is truly unrivaled in the world, and one can tell at a glance that an empress should have this kind of appearance and temperament.
Gong Houyuan only took one look and quickly lowered his eyes: "What are your instructions, Your Majesty?"
Xiao Li took a look and was quite satisfied: "I heard that Lord Gong of Yulong City is a good official and has good governance. After meeting him today, he seems quite good."
Before Gong Houyuan could answer modestly, the curtain had already fallen.
The carriage slowly left, and the silver-armored guards behind it politely made way one meter, and even their eyes became kind.
Especially the civil servants, their expressions were very intriguing.
The person in front: The military merit was lost, what a pity.
The person behind: Future colleagues, no problem.
Gong Houyuan: “…”
He didn't say anything, so why did it feel like he had changed sides?
The Empress's ambition towards Beicang is so straightforward and overbearing.
He had long heard that the Empress valued talents and only considered virtue and ability when hiring people. He never expected that today he would have the honor to be the one chosen by the Empress.
It was just a sentence, without any specific intention, but it gave me an inexplicable sense of honor of being recognized.
I heard that the Empress was very kind to her officials, offering generous salaries and various benefits. For example, the products made in her factories were first used to benefit her own people, such as cloth, candy, oil, salt...
No, I can't think about it anymore. I was just assessing the situation, but as soon as I thought about it, the treasonous thoughts were out of control.
But when I thought about how I had guarded the border for Beicang over the years, working diligently and fearfully, and sometimes I couldn't even afford meat... I suddenly felt that my decision to let him go was extremely wise.
If the officials in the court knew what Gong Houyuan was thinking, they would definitely smile with relief.
These cattle and horses, who have never seen your Majesty's methods, are so innocent and cute.
As the emperor's carriage caught up, Xiao Li casually placed a file aside. The three words "Gong Houyuan" were clearly written on the cover.
And there is a thick stack of such files.
Wang Wanqing reached out and took the file, carefully reading the annotations.
If Your Majesty takes over Beicang, you will be short of too many management personnel and must make a selection quickly.
In the two carriages at the back, Qiao Ruyan and Jiang Zhou were fighting together.
Qiao Ruyan was organized, calm and composed, but Jiang Zhou...was depressed while working.
He clearly just wanted to be a second-generation official who lived off the fat of the land, but ended up being forced to struggle. Even though he was clearly forced, he became more and more motivated the more he worked. I'm really impressed.
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