Chu Yanxi returned at this time.
From the outside perspective, it appears that the retired emperor witnessed the Ye Dynasty mired in such a major disaster and resolutely ended his travels to return in haste.
However, to those who knew the inside story, it was as if the late emperor had appeared without warning, causing everyone to panic.
At that time, Chen Xiao was presiding over the court affairs when a sudden invasion from a neighboring country plunged the Night Dynasty into crisis.
Despite prior preparations, the losses suffered were still extremely heavy, with countless casualties.
This crisis was strange; it differed from ordinary wars between nations. Its duration was quite short, lasting only three months before the fighting abruptly ended.
Its outbreak and its end were both too abrupt and bizarre, leaving many officials with no time to attend to Chen Xiao's affairs in the harem.
At that moment, everyone was having a heated discussion in the court about how to repair the border defenses. Just as Chen Xiao was about to speak, a familiar voice came leisurely from outside the hall: "I have a plan, may I ask you all?"
The familiar voice was like a thunderclap, startling the officials who turned to look in disbelief.
Chu Yanxi strode into the court with steady and powerful steps. After confirming Chu Yanxi's identity, the officials had different thoughts in an instant.
The officials, unaware of the situation, were somewhat pleasantly surprised. At such a critical moment, the retired emperor had actually abruptly ended his travels and returned? Truly, he was a wise and benevolent ruler!
However, the officials who knew the inside story were terrified.
The intelligence they possessed indicated that there was a "tomb of the retired emperor" in He Village, which borders the capital and Guangling. Chen Xiao and Xu Qian had personally gone there to investigate and confirmed that the retired emperor had indeed passed away.
But now, how could the deceased Emperor Emeritus suddenly reappear?!
Is this even reasonable?!
Chen Xiao looked in the direction of the sound and saw Chu Yanxi wearing a black robe embroidered with gold. The fabric of the robe seemed to flow with the depth and mystery of the dark night. The hem of the robe swayed gently with her steps, as if accompanied by wind and clouds, and faintly exuded an aura of control over the universe.
That aura is just too powerful!
Chen Xiao was startled by Chu Yanxi's aura and unconsciously continued to look down. He noticed that she had a delicate jade belt around her waist. The ornaments on the belt made a crisp sound as she walked, like the majestic rhythm of heavenly music, which further accentuated the heroic spirit contained in her graceful figure.
Even the jade belt looks so luxurious? Chen Xiao clicked his tongue in amazement.
As Chu Yanxi slowly approached, Chen Xiao's attention also fell on Chu Yanxi's face.
Chu Yanxi is forty-five years old in this world, but she now has a head of jet-black hair.
The hair, without a single white strand, was neatly bound inside a golden crown, which was carved with dragons and phoenixes. It shimmered brilliantly in the interplay of light and shadow in the court, as if telling of its former supreme glory.
"That's so imposing!" Chen Xiao was somewhat stunned.
At this moment, Chu Yanxi had already walked to the very front of the main hall, next to Xu Qian, the head of all officials.
Chen Xiao was even more shocked when she finally saw her face clearly! How come Chu Yanxi looked younger and younger after only half a year?!
Xu Qian also snapped out of his daze and awkwardly turned his gaze to Chu Yanxi's face.
Chu Yanxi's face was as white as snow, exuding a kind of perseverance that had seen the world. Her eyebrows were like distant mountains, slanting upwards into her temples. Her eyes were like cold stars in a cold night. With just a slight glance, one could feel the fierce and imposing light contained within them. Her gaze was so real that wherever it fell, the officials would unconsciously lower their heads.
Her nose was delicate and straight, and her lips were naturally red without any lipstick.
The marks of time have quietly passed over her, but they have not diminished her unparalleled beauty in the slightest. On the contrary, in every gesture she makes, she displays the awe-inspiring dignity and majesty of the emperors of the past.
She stood proudly in the court, like a god descending to earth, enveloping the entire court in her majestic aura. The officials dared not even breathe loudly, and could only wait quietly for her to continue.
Chu Yanxi slightly raised her eyes and scanned the court. All the officials felt that her gaze was like a cold blade, making them dare not meet her eyes.
She parted her lips slightly, her voice steady yet cold: "Now that Xiao'er is in power, I should not interfere in court affairs any further. However, in this time of national crisis, how can I sit idly by?"
Having said that, she strode forward, each step seeming to tread on the hearts of the assembled officials.
"The neighboring country's attack was fierce but its retreat was hasty, there must be some hidden story behind it. During my travels, I heard many rumors, it seems that foreign forces are secretly manipulating things behind the scenes, trying to disrupt the foundation of my Night Dynasty and then reap the benefits."
Chu Yanxi's resounding words echoed in the court, and all the officials held their breath in concentration.
Chen Xiao, having regained his senses, quickly replied, "Your Majesty, I also find this matter extremely strange, but lacking evidence, I cannot make a decision."
Chu Yanxi nodded slightly, looked at Chen Xiao, and a subtle look flashed in her eyes: "Since Your Majesty has noticed this, you should make plans as soon as possible. Although the border is temporarily at peace, it is like the calm before the storm, and we must not be complacent for a moment."
Then, she turned to her ministers and said, “My ministers, the rise and fall of the nation depends on you. I believe that the most urgent task is to strengthen the border defenses and send more spies to infiltrate neighboring and surrounding countries to investigate the truth. Furthermore, we must train the army, boost morale, and stockpile food and supplies for any eventuality.”
After saying that, she looked at Xu Qian with a calm expression and said, "You bear an important responsibility, so you will take the lead in this matter and work with the Ministry of War, the Ministry of Revenue and other relevant departments to formulate a detailed strategy. There must be no mistakes."
Xu Qian composed himself, quickly stepped forward, and respectfully replied, "As you command, I will do my utmost."
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