If you're made a fake emperor, why did you change the country's name?

Sarakaka's heart, which had been hanging in suspense, had just settled down a little when Zhao Yu's casual remark sent it flying back into her throat.

"The Emperor of Great Liang said that as long as it is within the power of my Wolf Kingdom, he will definitely agree."

Despite this, he couldn't help but feel a growing fear of the young emperor on the stage.

Zhao Yu adopted a nostalgic expression and said calmly:

"I have recently heard that there is a beauty in the Wolf Kingdom named Xiaoyue Beier. Her beauty is undoubtedly the most beautiful woman in your grasslands."

He paused, then revealed a wicked smile.

"Winter is approaching, and I happen to need a maid to warm my bed. Send her here, and the peace treaty will be settled today."

"What?!"

Sarakaka was shocked and immediately stammered, "Princess Bei'er is a princess of my Wolf Kingdom and the emperor of Great Liang! You cannot allow her to be married off for political reasons! She... she is of noble birth, it is absolutely impossible for her to be married off for political reasons!"

Zhao Yu gently shook his head and smiled, "The envoy misunderstands. I have no intention of a marriage alliance..."

He emphasized his words, a wicked smile playing on his lips, "What I want are maids!"

slave girl……

Maid!

Sarakaka trembled all over, unable to believe what he was hearing.

He trembled violently, pointed his finger at the high and mighty Zhao Yu, his lips trembling, "You...you...you..." for a long time, but he couldn't utter a single word.

Why would a princess, the most dazzling pearl of the grasslands, be made a bed warmer for the Emperor of Liang?

This is humiliating!

And who is Xiaoyue Beier?

That was his master, the elder sister of the Howling Moon Golden Kingdom!

If he dares to agree to this condition, before the Liang army even attacks, the Xiaoyue Jin Kingdom will be the first to chop him into mincemeat and feed him to the dogs!

But what if you don't agree...

He dared not think any further.

The civil and military officials in the hall were completely stunned by this earth-shattering condition.

To make a princess of a kingdom serve as a maid?

This is even worse than ceding territory and paying reparations!

But for some reason, after a brief moment of shock, a strange sense of pleasure welled up from the bottom of everyone's hearts.

This is the attitude a victorious nation should have!

This is the true majesty of a Celestial Empire!

Meng Qianshan grinned and laughed out loud without any restraint.

Wang Zhang was also shocked. He looked at the young figure on the dragon throne and felt for the first time that this wise ruler not only had a unique vision and broad mind, but also a domineering nature that many emperors did not have!

Zhao Yu smiled faintly, propped his chin on his right hand, and leaned back on the dragon throne, saying:

"I understand that this matter is of great importance, and you, as the head of the delegation, cannot make a decision on it alone. Rest assured, I will give you two days."

"I need a reply in two days."

He abruptly changed the subject, his voice turning cold.

"Otherwise... the Liang army will personally go to your grasslands to collect this debt!"

"By then, the price won't be the same."

That last sentence struck Sarakaka's heart like a heavy hammer.

He shuddered violently, filled with fear at the boy on the stage.

Sarakaka bowed with trembling hands.

"The envoy... this... I'll go back and report right away..."

Having said that, he dared not linger for another moment and turned to leave.

So panicked was he that he even tripped over the threshold, stumbled, and nearly fell to the ground.

Upon seeing this, everyone burst into loud laughter.

Upon seeing this, the members of the accompanying Wolf Kingdom delegation hurriedly helped him up, and the group fled the Liang court in a disheveled state.

Zhao Yu leaned back on the dragon throne, a smile playing on his lips.

After this incident, the reputation of Daliang should be reversed in other countries as well!

As for whether Xiaoyue Beier would be able to come, he had no doubt whatsoever.

Just by observing the ambitions of Xiaoyue Jinshang, Jinquan, and Jindao, one can get a glimpse of the whole picture.

Deducing what kind of person Xiaoyue Jin Guo is, such an ambitious person, his sister is just a tool!

The laughter and chatter in the court gradually subsided, their echoes lingering among the beams and pillars of the main hall.

Zhao Yu leaned back on the dragon throne, raised his hand, and gestured for everyone to be quiet.

The noisy hall quickly quieted down.

The cohesion within the imperial court has unknowingly increased considerably.

Zhao Yu said slowly:

"My esteemed ministers, I have another important matter to announce."

"My royal engineering team has completed the first phase of the road repairs, and the results are remarkable, but!"

Everyone paused, listening intently.

"I still have many more projects to undertake, such as water conservancy and farmland, which are the foundation of the country. However, I have recently heard that due to the recruitment of soldiers, young men and women are so enthusiastic that the streets are deserted."

Zhao Yu adopted a sighing expression and said, "Under these circumstances, I fear it will delay the progress of these important projects."

Upon hearing this, all the civil officials were startled and realized that something was amiss.

Sure enough, Zhao Yu's next words made their hearts sink.

"Therefore, I have decided today to establish a Recruitment Inspection Team!"

"I have already selected the team members. They will depart immediately to inspect various regions, supervise the recruitment process, and ensure that no official's son or daughter is illegally commanding troops!"

!!!

Among the civil officials, none could help but frown and remain silent.

The inspection team—this is clearly targeting them, and it's aimed directly at the issue of recruitment authority!

Everyone knew this was probably dangerous, but they had no choice but to agree. After all, it was better to delay a little longer than to refuse outright and have their recruitment rights revoked.

Li Qiang gritted his teeth and immediately stepped forward to flatter, saying, "Your Majesty is wise! This matter benefits the country and the people. We will certainly do our utmost to cooperate with the inspection team."

With him taking the lead, the other civil officials also came to their senses and followed suit.

"We second that proposal!"

"Your Majesty is wise!"

Zhao Yu looked down at the faces below, each displaying impressive acting skills, and a smile curved his lips.

He waved his hand.

"Dismiss the court."

"Dismiss the court!"

Wei An's high-pitched voice rang out in the main hall.

The morning assembly thus came to an end.

……

The Li residence, a secret room.

The flickering candlelight cast long, thin shadows of the three figures.

Li Chengzhi, the elders of the Lu family, and the elders of the Zhang family—the leaders of the three major families—gathered once again.

The air inside the sealed room was somewhat stuffy.

"You all know about the young emperor's announcement of the inspection team in court this morning, right?"

Li Chengzhi spoke first, picking up his teacup and gently blowing away the foam.

The two family heads, Lu and Zhang, exchanged a glance and nodded with grim faces.

"The younger generation in the family returned to report as soon as the court session ended."

The Lu family elder frowned deeply.

"We just don't quite understand what this young emperor is up to. What is his intention?"

Li Chengzhi put down his teacup with a soft sound.

He stroked his goatee, a look of complete confidence on his face.

"Hmph, what else could it mean?"

"It must be that the young emperor has regretted it now and wants to back out, but he can't bring himself to do it."

"That's why we set up an inspection team to patrol everywhere, trying to find something wrong with some of us so that we can legitimately take back the right to recruit soldiers."

Upon hearing this, Lu and Zhang frowned even more deeply.

"It's that simple?"

The Zhang family elder felt that things might not be that simple, but he couldn't think of any other possibilities.

"What should we do?"

Li Chengzhi immediately let out a cold laugh.

"Simple."

"Immediately issue an order for all the young men in the clan to keep their tails between their legs! During this period, enforce strict discipline, and follow all procedures according to the imperial court's regulations, leaving no excuse for the young emperor!"

After saying this, he added, "Remember, do not allow any sons who have already taken up positions to become involved in the recruitment of soldiers!"

"As long as we don't make any mistakes ourselves, his inspection team is just for show!"

After listening, Lu and Zhang suddenly understood and nodded repeatedly.

"Brother Li is absolutely right!"

"I'll go back and give the order right away, and I guarantee there won't be any problems!"

Li Chengzhi smiled with satisfaction.

"That's excellent."

"This eliminates the little emperor's schemes at the root."

"Once we've stalled for these two months, our military power will be completely consolidated, and the troops will become our private property. By then, it will be too late for the young emperor to regret it!"

"Hahaha!"

Li Chengzhi let out a smug laugh.

The two family heads, Lu and Zhang, also laughed. They began to imagine a bright future where, two months later, their families would hold considerable military power, rule their own territory, and no one would be able to shake their family's position.