Chu Yanxi looked around the court again: "In addition, the court must also appease the people, reduce taxes, build water conservancy projects, and promote the well-being of the people. Only when everyone is of one mind can we overcome this difficulty. If there are any slack or derelict officials, I will not let them off lightly."
Seeing Chu Yanxi's swift and decisive arrangements, all the officials knelt down and shouted in unison, "We respectfully obey the Emperor Emeritus's decree!"
Chen Xiao was so overwhelmed by Chu Yanxi's aura that he almost knelt down along with the other officials before realizing that she was now the emperor.
She quickly steadied her slightly slumped body and pretended to get up to greet Chu Yanxi.
Chu Yanxi took in Chen Xiao's subtle movements, a fleeting smile playing on her lips, before instantly regaining her composure.
She said slowly, "Xiao'er, come with me to the side hall. I have a secret to discuss with you."
After saying that, he walked straight towards the side hall.
Chen Xiao was filled with doubt. Hadn't Chu Yanxi already completed the task and returned to the original interface?
I had previously heard Xi Xi mention that Chu Yanxi was pursuing a combined bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degree. How could she have reappeared here?
Could it be that those who complete the task can freely travel between the two interfaces?
A host of questions flooded Chen Xiao's mind.
Just as she was pondering this, she heard Chu Yanxi summon her, and she hurriedly followed.
Upon entering the side hall, Chu Yanxi dismissed the servants on either side. For a moment, the room was extremely quiet, with only the sound of the two of them breathing.
Chu Yanxi turned around, her gaze fixed directly on Chen Xiao.
Seeing that Chen Xiao was still confused, she sighed softly after a long while: "Xiao'er, you should know that my return this time is not accidental."
Chen Xiao was puzzled, but facing the respected and beloved Chu Yanxi, he still respectfully responded according to the rules of the Night Dynasty: "Your subject is foolish and asks Your Majesty for clarification."
Chu Yanxi frowned slightly when she heard Chen Xiao address her in this way, and thought to herself: Could it be that Xiao'er does not know that I am a mission taker?
He hesitated for a moment, as if carefully choosing his words, and only spoke slowly when Chen Xiao's clear gaze fell upon him: "During my travels, I encountered a strange person who told me that the Night Dynasty would face a great calamity, and the conspiracy hidden behind this calamity was far more complex than it appears now."
Chen Xiao looked astonished.
What?! Chu Yanxi didn't return to the original interface?
Seeing that Chu Yanxi seemed unwilling to talk more, Chen Xiao had no choice but to say, "Your subject has also suspected that there is a mastermind behind this, but I don't know what the conspiracy is."
Chu Yanxi walked slowly to the window, gazed at the palace scenery outside, and said softly, "That strange man hinted that there might be spies in the court, colluding with other countries to try to overthrow the Night Dynasty."
Ah!? There's a spy?!?
Since ascending the throne, Chen Xiao has dealt with two groups of treacherous officials, but who would have thought that there are still spies hiding here?
She couldn't help but gasp: "If that's really the case, wouldn't it be fraught with danger? Your subject will definitely do everything in his power to investigate thoroughly."
Upon hearing Chen Xiao's answer, Chu Yanxi was certain that Chen Xiao had not yet regained her memories and was unaware of the existence of the other mission participants, which made her feel a little cold.
He then shook his head and said, "We must not alert them; we must keep a close watch. My appearance here is also intended to deter those with ulterior motives."
After speaking, she looked at Chen Xiao again, her gaze filled with even more affection: "Although you are an emperor, you still need to deal with such a complex situation calmly. I will assist you from behind, and when the truth comes out, I will retire again."
Chen Xiao felt a mix of emotions. It seemed that Chu Yanxi had decided not to mention the Yuan Realm and the Original Realm to her. Was there some unspeakable reason behind it? Her heart sank for a moment.
However, Chu Yanxi's actions must have had a deeper meaning, so Chen Xiao did not ask further. He simply nodded and resolutely said, "Your subject will certainly live up to the Emperor Emeritus's expectations and vow to protect the Night Dynasty thoroughly."
Chu Yanxi said nothing more, only nodded in satisfaction: "Go, deal with the affairs of the court first, and don't let the ministers find out."
After bowing, Chen Xiao left the side hall and returned to the imperial court.
Chu Yanxi stood by the window, lost in thought.
She was filled with mixed emotions, knowing full well that this crisis in the Night Dynasty was no ordinary one; at this moment, it was merely the beginning of the crisis.
With Chu Yanxi's appearance, the officials became much more obedient, and she gradually gained firm control of the court.
Upon seeing Chen Xiao return, but not Chu Yanxi, the officials breathed a sigh of relief, and the tense yet orderly atmosphere gradually eased.
Chen Xiao didn't care about all that. After making some arrangements, he announced the end of the court session and went back to work at the Qin Zheng Hall.
A scheme that will determine the fate of the Night Dynasty is slowly unfolding.
Back in the Hall of Diligent Governance, Chen Xiao sat at his desk, but could not concentrate on reviewing the memorials for a long time.
Chu Yanxi's sudden return, and the hidden story behind the crisis of Yechao that she revealed, weighed heavily on Chen Xiao's heart like a boulder.
She knew all too well that this crisis was not just an ordinary invasion by a neighboring country, but a meticulously planned and massive conspiracy involving multiple forces.
Chen Xiao decided to conduct a private investigation, and she first summoned Chao Yuan, whom she trusted most.
After entering the hall, Chao Yuan saw Chen Xiao's solemn expression and quickly bowed, asking, "Your Majesty, is there something urgent?"
Chen Xiao briefly recounted what Chu Yanxi had said about the spies. Upon hearing this, Chao Yuan's expression hardened: "Your Majesty, if there really are spies, they have probably been lurking in the court for a long time, with deep roots, making them difficult to detect."
Chen Xiao nodded slightly: "I know this matter is difficult, but the Night Dynasty is now in imminent danger and we have no choice but to investigate. You should secretly keep an eye on the movements of the ministers in the court, especially those who have close ties with neighboring countries. If there is anything suspicious, report to me immediately."
Chao Yuan accepted the order and left.
A few days later, Chao Yuan came to report that during the investigation, he found that Wang Qian, the Vice Minister of the Ministry of Rites, had been behaving rather strangely recently.
He frequently met with unidentified individuals in remote locations, and his home appeared to contain a large amount of unexplained wealth.
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