With wives as numerous as clouds and soldiers as numerous as a million, you say he's a useless

After leaving the royal court, Ye Cheng'an took Zhao Xuefu on a tour of Beian City.

The city of Bei'an at this time was completely different from when he was still there.

Even in broad daylight, there were hardly any pedestrians on the streets.

They were clearly terrified by the ruthless methods of Ye Jinglan and Su Wanrou.

Because they had done too many despicable things and couldn't stand criticism, they had the army use force to suppress them.

Over time, why would ordinary people still want to go out? They're all afraid of being arrested and imprisoned for saying something wrong.

Ye Cheng'an never imagined that one day, the army his grandfather had painstakingly built would turn its spear against the people under its rule.

This made him feel extremely heartbroken just thinking about it.

"Have you seen Ye Jinglan?" Zhao Xuefu asked from his side.

Ye Chengan nodded, "I've seen him. He's still the same as before, he hasn't changed at all."

"Isn't the enemy's incompetence a good thing for us?" Zhao Xuefu asked.

Ye Chengan laughed and said, "Yes, but the more I think about how I was so blindly filial to such a person, the more I can't understand it."

Zhao Xuefu also said, "Yes, the eldest young master is clearly the key to the survival of the Northern Border. Why should he hand over such a beautiful land? I could not do it if it were me."

"If one day you and I were in each other's shoes, would you stand on the opposite side of your father?" Ye Chengan asked.

Zhao Xuefu said, "Definitely. It seems there has never been an empress in the history of the Great Qian Dynasty. If my father is as incompetent as your father, I will personally send him on his way."

Ye Cheng'an sighed helplessly. See? Even a woman has more courage than the original owner of this body.

It's pitiful that this time traveler has to take the blame for the other party's blind filial piety.

But it doesn't matter anymore; he will bring everything to a perfect close at the New Year's Eve banquet.

Upon hearing that Ye Chengan had returned from Liuzhou, Han Zhaolie immediately went to visit him.

Many loyal officials from the court accompanied him.

"Young Master, why are you so reckless?" Han Zhaolie frowned. "You have no idea, the Prince has already gone mad, and that woman Su Wanrou is a femme fatale..."

"They squandered all the money in the imperial treasury, and in their pursuit of wealth, they ruthlessly exploited the people and increased taxes!"

"The reason they brought the eldest son back at this time is not for any kind of fatherly affection. They clearly want to put you under house arrest in Beian City."

"They're afraid you'll gain power in Liuzhou, which would be detrimental to them!"

With Han Zhaolie leading the way, the others echoed, "Young Master, you shouldn't have come back at all!"

"You've barely stepped into Bei'an City when the city's army has once again declared martial law. Ye Jinglan and his wife are clearly afraid you'll leave!"

"Why……"

The ministers all sighed.

But Ye Cheng'an's expression remained calm and fearless. "Of course I know why Ye Jinglan and Su Wanrou wanted me to come back, but that's precisely why I want to come back."

"What does the eldest son mean?"

As soon as Ye Cheng'an spoke, Han Zhaolie and his ilk all looked at him with puzzled expressions.

Then Ye Cheng'an said, "You will all attend the New Year's Eve banquet with me. I, this young master, want you all to witness this historic moment together!"

Originally, Han Zhaolie and his ilk lamented Ye Cheng'an's fate of being a lamb to the slaughter, but seeing his appearance, they all had some bold ideas in their hearts.

"Could the eldest young master be...?"

Ye Cheng'an admitted his plan without any concealment, "That's right, so everyone must attend the New Year's Eve banquet!"

"I want revenge for my teacher!"

Upon seeing that Ye Cheng'an had confirmed their suspicions, Han Zhaolie and his companion were moved to tears.

God knows how long they've been waiting for this day.

at last!

The eldest son has finally come to his senses!

The future of the North looks promising!

As long as that incompetent king Ye Jinglan is removed from the throne, and as long as the eldest son takes power, there is hope for everything.

Han Zhaolie burst into laughter, "In that case, I will return immediately and await the eldest prince's good news!"

"Yes! We will be attending the New Year's Eve banquet with the eldest young master!"

"We will mobilize all available connections and command all armies to assist the young master in achieving his goal!"

……

the other side.

Hearing that Ye Cheng'an had been successfully lured back to Beian City, Ye Jinyu wanted to go and show off his power to this good older brother.

After all, he is now the Crown Prince of the North, adored by countless people wherever he goes.

Hey, when my elder brother was the crown prince, how come he didn't realize that being the crown prince could be so prestigious and powerful?

Moreover, upon hearing that the Ninth Princess had also returned with Ye Cheng'an, Ye Jinyu became even more restless.

He vowed to snatch Zhao Xuefu away from Ye Cheng'an!

After all, Ye Cheng'an was already a trapped dragon, while he was at the height of his power!

As long as Zhao Xuefu isn't a fool, she'll know what choice to make.

Ye Jinyu had someone inquire about Ye Chengan's residence after returning to Beian City. Upon discovering that Ye Chengan was staying at a post station, Ye Jinyu's contempt and mockery towards him intensified.

"Ha, brother, think about how popular you were before, but now you're back in Bei'an City and don't even have a place to stay, you have to stay at the post station..."

"How pitiful."

"Men, prepare the carriage immediately! This young master needs to go to the post station!"

Under Ye Jinyu's orders, a group of lackeys quickly rode horses and brought him to the post station.

Those lackeys completely disregarded Ye Cheng'an's men, barging directly into the post station and frequently shouting and yelling inside.

"Where is Ye Cheng'an? Can't you see my young master has arrived? Why don't you come out and pay your respects at once?"

"Yes, hurry up and get out here. If you anger my young master, you'll be sorry!"

"Young Master..." Ye Cheng'an, who was in the room, heard these two words and his eyes were full of mockery.

Zhao Xuefu shook her head helplessly. Ye Jinyu was still basking in his new position as heir, unaware that Ye Chengan had his eye on the position of King of the Northern Territory.

He was destined not to remain the heir apparent for long.

Now, the more triumphant he is, the more disappointed he is at the New Year's Eve banquet.

"If you don't want to see Ye Jinyu, why don't I have my people send him away?" Zhao Xuefu asked.

Ye Cheng'an shook his head. "Hey, guests are guests, how can we turn them away? Besides, there are still a few days until the New Year's Eve banquet, we can't just keep waiting here, can we?"

"Since someone's come knocking on our door looking for trouble, we might as well use them to kill some time..."

"Uncle Zhang, go and bring my dear younger brother in."

Zhang Hanfeng accepted the order and went out to Ye Jinyu, saying, "Young Master Ye, my master wishes to invite you inside for a chat."

Ye Jinyu snorted coldly, and then followed Zhang Hanfeng into the room where Ye Chengan was.

His entourage followed closely behind him.

When Ye Jinyu saw Ye Cheng'an again, she thought he would look like he had lost all his spirit, but to her surprise, he was still full of vigor.

Moreover, he has beautiful women by his side.

Judging from the relationship between Zhao Xuefu and Ye Cheng'an, it seems that their relationship has progressed further...

Could it be that the Ninth Princess really gave everything to Ye Cheng'an?

Did the two of them have an affair in Liuzhou?

Thinking of this, Ye Jinyu's gaze instantly sharpened as she stared intently at Ye Cheng'an, and she asked, "Ye Cheng'an, what did you do to the princess during your time in Liuzhou?"

Ye Cheng'an frowned, then gave Zhao Xuefu a knowing look and said, "Second brother, you should ask what the princess did to me."

Zhao Xuefu covered her mouth and chuckled, which was tantamount to tacitly approving Ye Cheng'an's actions.

After all, she had never taken Ye Jinyu, that good-for-nothing, seriously.

The person she has always valued is Ye Cheng'an.

To her, Ye Jinyu was like an annoying fly.

She had been avoiding it for a long time.

Seeing the two exchanging glances, Ye Jinyu realized the seriousness of the situation, but he did not give up.

Because Zhao Xuefu was the most beautiful woman in the Great Qian Dynasty, and the most beloved daughter of Emperor Qian.

As long as he can marry Zhao Xuefu, he will have the imperial court as his backer and his power will be even greater!

Therefore, even if Zhao Xuefu really had something happen with Ye Cheng'an, he still wanted to fight for Zhao Xuefu's ownership!

So he gazed deeply at Zhao Xuefu and said, word by word, "Princess, I know that everything between you and Ye Cheng'an was a result of his deception. You were young and naive, while Ye Cheng'an was cunning and shrewd. So as long as you change your mind, I can disregard everything from the past."

However, Zhao Xuefu scoffed, "Who told you that I was young and naive? Let me tell you, from beginning to end, the only person I've ever liked is Ye Cheng'an."

"Have you ever even glanced at me? What gives you the right to presume such affection?"

"...Princess, are you...are you sure you want to choose Ye Cheng'an? Do you even know what state he's in right now?" Ye Jinyu was still unwilling to give up. "Do you know that the reason Father invited him back for the New Year's Eve banquet wasn't for the so-called father-son bond, but rather..."

At this point, Ye Jinyu could no longer continue, because Su Wanrou had told him that this matter was of great importance and must not be leaked before it was successfully completed.

"Anyway, Ye Cheng'an has no chance to leave Bei'an City now that he's back. If the princess wants to find a suitable husband, I am the best choice!"

"If the princess changes her mind now, I promise I will treat her the same as before. Choosing me is the only right thing to do!"

Zhao Xuefu remained unmoved, saying, "I'm sorry, but no matter what, I will always choose the eldest son."

"...You'll regret this!" Ye Jinyu almost roared. "If you don't believe me, just wait and see."

"Once Ye Cheng'an is dead and nowhere to be buried, the princess will be begging me to take you in!"

These words sounded like a joke to Zhao Xuefu.

Even if Ye Cheng'an hadn't come prepared, she would never have chosen Ye Jinyu if something had really happened to him.

What should I do?

She was almost bursting into laughter.

Seeing Zhao Xuefu struggling to suppress her laughter, Ye Cheng'an simply said, "Princess, just laugh if you want to. Why hold it in so hard?"

Upon hearing this, Zhao Xuefu burst into laughter, "Hahaha... Did I hear that right? Young Master, someone said I would beg him to accept me!"

Ye Cheng'an shook his head, "Of course the princess heard correctly. He's blind and can't see the situation clearly, let alone understand what it means to be a princess! What would bind an ordinary woman for life, to him, can't hold a princess at all!"

"So, tell me, isn't he ridiculous?" Zhao Xuefu asked.

The sight of the two, husband and wife in perfect harmony, deeply stung Ye Jinyu. He could no longer bear it and stormed off.

At the same time, he secretly resolved that the New Year's Eve banquet was not just the day Ye Cheng'an would die!

It will also be the great day that he gets Zhao Xuefu!

He would perform the ritual he had long wanted to complete right before Ye Cheng'an's corpse! He would ensure Ye Cheng'an died with his eyes wide open in disbelief!