Qin Zhaoqiong is fearless and courageous, able to seize fleeting opportunities amidst a vast army and create brilliant results. However, these qualities cannot overshadow the fact that she risked her life.
This matter cannot be simply judged as right or wrong.
Although Qin Zhaoyue was not familiar with military affairs, she understood that if an army suffered more than a certain number of losses on the battlefield, its morale would inevitably collapse.
The saying "a defeated army collapses like a mountain" perfectly illustrates this point.
Generally speaking, a general who can maintain his formation even after losing 50% of his troops can be considered a good general.
The Phoenix Feather Battalion had only been formed for half a month, and half of its two thousand cavalrymen were new recruits. Under such circumstances, after a fierce charge, less than a hundred men survived, yet they fought to the death and refused to retreat.
Complete a mission that is almost certain to lead to certain death, laying the foundation for final victory.
It would have been impossible if the eldest sister hadn't taken the lead and used her personal charisma and courage to unite the troops.
However, from the perspective of a monarch and the successor to the throne, placing oneself in a life-or-death situation would have unimaginable consequences should anything go wrong.
One might say that "a monarch dying for his country" is a kind of tragic glory, but as an emperor, one must always consider what happens after his death.
In the event of an unforeseen circumstance, who will succeed him, how will the political situation be smoothly transitioned, and will there be further turmoil on the borders?
Qin Minghuang naturally understood the unspoken meaning in Xiao Liu's words; it was already a rather subtle way of putting it.
The struggle for the throne was a matter she had been pondering for a long time.
As the eldest daughter, Zhaoqiong carried many of her expectations from a young age.
The court debate following the disaster relief efforts had given her a glimpse of what was to come and made her feel that the future held promise.
Despite his outstanding achievements in the battle in the North, his style of conduct still left her with some concerns.
As for the second son, Qin Jingheng... after this ordeal in the Southern Territory, his reputation naturally plummeted by three points.
In any case, the mistake of "failing to recognize talent" cannot be escaped.
He was completely unaware that his chief advisor, who had been by his side for many years, harbored malicious intentions, demonstrating his exceptional ability to recognize and manage people.
Just as she had arranged before she fell into a coma, the third son, Zhao Wan, and the fourth son, Zhao Shu, were calm and considerate of the overall situation, and perhaps they were the more suitable candidates.
But now... Qin Minghuang's gaze fell on her seemingly lazy but actually very capable daughter.
With extraordinary abilities and the inheritance of the Heavenly Disc, according to the Heavenly Evolution Sect, the holders of the other two sacred artifacts are destined to gather around him.
In addition, she is resourceful and decisive...
Qin Minghuang had carefully read through all the secret reports from Xuanji Guard regarding Xiao Liu's actions during her coma.
Her mindset and methods have elevated Xiao Liu's status in her heart to an unprecedented level.
If she intends to vie for the throne, her monumental achievement in recapturing the Southern Vermilion Bird Road and potentially laying the foundation for its future incorporation into the Southern Frontier is her most solid asset.
With this achievement as a foundation, coupled with the assistance of two second-grade Grandmasters, Jiang Wuyai and Chu Xinglan, the recognition of many Xuanji Guard commanders, and even the faint favor shown by the Pei family boy and Meng Jian, he was able to achieve this.
Unbeknownst to them, a chilling power had quietly gathered around Xiao Liu.
Despite their apparent lack of intention to compete, these people and forces seemed to be drawn to her by some invisible force, perhaps due to the mysterious power of the celestial compass.
But... but her personality is so lazy and lethargic.
"Xiao Liu, you..." Qin Minghuang's mind raced, and she finally couldn't help but speak.
"I won't do it." Before her mother could finish speaking, Qin Zhaoyue cut her off firmly.
Qin Minghuang: "..."
See? That's how perceptive they are, and how ruthless they are.
Qin Zhaoyue remained nestled beside Chu Xinglan, her voice muffled and utterly languid:
"Mother, your daughter has done a great job this time, hasn't she? You can't make me work anymore."
As she spoke, she suddenly cried out "Ouch!" and raised her hand to cover her forehead, her brows furrowing tightly, looking extremely weak.
"Hiss... I haven't slept for seven days, and the long journey and mental and physical exertion have taken their toll. I feel like I've lost my vitality and need to recuperate for a while."
Immediately from outside the carriage curtain came Jiang Wuyai's concerned inquiry, his voice filled with anxiety:
"Junior Sister, what's wrong? Are you feeling unwell? Should your senior brother take a look?"
"It's alright, senior brother. You're just a little tired. You'll get better with some rest."
[Are you kidding me? I just finished working myself to the bone on such a huge project, and now you're targeting me again? Do you really think I'm some kind of workhorse?]
I'll give you face by calling you "Empress Mother," but if I didn't, you'd be...
Hmph, with my current strength, the protection of my senior brothers and sisters, and all the savings I've accumulated, who can stop me from leaving? Are you kidding me!
The veins on Qin Minghuang's forehead throbbed faintly.
I really have to thank my good daughter; at least she still gives her, her mother, some face.
The methods that used to work on Xiao Liu don't seem to be working anymore.
The vast majority of the silver notes, antiques, and rare treasures confiscated from the four great families have indeed been deposited into the national treasury.
But given the little fox's nature, he definitely kept a considerable portion for himself.
Qin Minghuang was too lazy to delve into the exact amount, but estimated it to be no less than one or two million taels.
With this money, the young woman became even more emboldened.
"Sigh..." Qin Minghuang sighed deeply, with a hint of helplessness in her voice.
Forget it, there's no rush.
Since Xiao Liu wants to rest, let her rest properly.
In any case, now that my cultivation has greatly increased and my vitality is abundant, I can take my time in planning the matter of becoming the heir apparent.
To be fair, she was quite satisfied after this ordeal.
During her illness and coma, her children did not fall into infighting, but instead worked together as one.
The fact that the third daughter, Zhao Wan, can tolerate her younger siblings and consider the overall situation is already a rare and good situation.
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