Can't a girl be a traitor like Cao Cao?

Judging from the sound, it seems that Chi Junlin is coming this way.

Yang Yurou couldn't help but show a nervous expression.

She didn't know Chi Junlin very well. When she was still the Crown Princess, she only occasionally heard about the story of this eldest daughter of the Prince of Zhenbei, who, despite being a woman, was able to lead a large army and fight a bloody battle against the Northern Barbarians after Jiang Hao returned to the palace.

She also knew that besides Chi Junlin, the Prince of Zhenbei had another grandson.

However, that grandson seemed to have some mental issues; he was quite simple-minded. But he was naturally brave and strong, capable of lifting a tripod.

He was known in the military as the "Dumb and Domineering King".

Jiang Hao had always looked down on this man, but was more wary of Chi Junlin.

Yang Yuru had never understood this before.

Even if Chi Junlin is a capable commander, she is still a woman. Ultimately, she will marry and become someone's wife.

What is there to be afraid of?

Only now does Yang Yuru understand what Jiang Hao was truly afraid of back then.

Although Chi Junlin was a woman, she was able to subdue the military generals with her prestige after the death of the Prince of Zhenbei.

And he led them all the way to the imperial city.

This has led to the disaster we face today.

That day, Chi Jun appeared outside the palace gate on a white horse, and Yang Yurou had met her before.

He was indeed a handsome and exceptionally brave man.

If he were a man, serving the ruler, he might be able to bring order to the world and achieve unparalleled feats.

However, she was not only wicked, but also an arrogant and rebellious person who defied authority and acted against the tide of history.

Hearing that Chi Junlin was coming to her residence again, Yang Yurou couldn't help but panic.

She couldn't understand why Chi Junlin had come looking for her.

Now that His Majesty has been completely controlled by Chi Junlin, what will become of me, the Empress...?

Just as I was thinking about these things, I saw the palace gates slowly open.

Crimson Emperor, clad in silver armor, stepped over the stairs, a long sword at his waist, and strolled in.

The palace maids all knelt down before the Red Emperor in terror.

Yang Yuru stared wide-eyed at Chi Junlin, a look of tension in her eyes.

After entering the hall, Chi Junlin did not even bow to Yang Yurou, but simply said, "Greetings, Your Majesty the Empress."

Then he gestured to the guard beside him.

The guard was very perceptive and immediately brought Chi Junlin a golden basin, which Chi Junlin then used to wash his hands with the warm water in the basin.

After washing, Chi Junlin looked up and glanced at the palace.

This palace was originally intended as the Empress's residence. Even after Chi Junlin took control of the inner palace, he did not allow Yang Yurou to move out of the palace.

She was provided with a constant supply of food and drink, and was also cared for by palace maids. Chi Junlin even allowed her to go out for a stroll while being protected by her personal guards.

Compared to Jiang Hao, who was being restrained, he was much better off.

At this moment, Chi Junlin looked at Empress Dazheng, who was known for her virtuous character, and said with a gentle smile, "Your Majesty, have you been enjoying yourself these past few days? Is there anything you need that you would like me to send over?"

Compared to Jiang Qianju and Jiang Hao, Yang Yuru was much more clear-headed.

She has a clearer understanding of her current situation.

At this moment, she bowed to Chi Junlin and said, "There's no need for General Chi to trouble himself. However, compared to myself, I'm more interested in knowing... how General... has His Majesty been treated?"

Chi Junlin naturally knew that Yang Yuru was deeply in love with Jiang Hao. Otherwise, on the day Chi Junlin stormed into the inner garden, she would not have resolutely put on the yellow robe and impersonated Jiang Hao to cover his escape.

However, Jiang Hao's feelings for her seemed far less noble than one might imagine.

Otherwise, she wouldn't have chosen to escape with the Imperial Concubine, while sending Empress Yang Yurou to her death.

Looking at the graceful and elegant woman before him, dressed in a phoenix coronet and embroidered robe, her demeanor dignified, and her beauty as ethereal as a fairy from a painting, Chi Junlin's smile widened.

She spoke to Yang Yuru in a gentler tone, "Your Majesty misunderstands. I am a loyal minister of the state, and my family has been loyal to the imperial family for generations. How could I possibly be detrimental to His Majesty?"

Seeing Chi Junlin spouting empty words and speaking so arrogantly, Yang Yurou felt somewhat annoyed. She then said seriously, "If that's the case, why did the general send people to massacre the eunuchs in the inner palace? And why did you imprison His Majesty and me, refusing to see any outside officials?"

Chi Junlin paced around the hall with an indifferent expression, picked up a longan from the table and slowly peeled it open, then said, "Your Majesty, do not listen to the slander of petty people. I killed those eunuchs because they were causing chaos in the court and seizing power."

The guards in the palace were only there to protect His Majesty and the Empress from the shadows.

The world is in turmoil now; even the imperial palace could be targeted by assassins. That Grand Eunuch Jiang Wanqian was a former traitor who had been lurking in the palace for a long time. The soldiers had to exert tremendous effort to kill him.

We have done so diligently to protect His Majesty and the Empress, so why would the Empress slander us without cause?

Seeing Chi Junlin so distorting the truth and unable to distinguish right from wrong, Yang Yurou was almost laughing out of anger.

But she saw that Chi Junlin was still willing to talk to her.

With a pained expression, he earnestly advised Chi Junlin, "Chi Junlin, you should heed my advice."

The Chi clan, three generations of loyal ministers, devoted themselves to the country and its people. His Highness the Prince of Zhenbei died of exhaustion after the great battle.

Such loyalty and even death cannot be stopped in your hands.

If you commit acts that disrupt the court and plunge the nation into chaos, ruining a century-long plan, how will you face your ancestors?

Princess Junlin, you must think this through!

Seeing Yang Yuru's anxious expression, as if every word she uttered was for her own benefit, Chi Junlin couldn't help but laugh out loud.

Then he countered, "When Jiang Hao issued an edict ordering me to relinquish my military power, did he consider the fate of the nation?"

When he blatantly broke the agreement and swallowed up the great merit of my Chi clan's destruction of the country, did he consider the chaos that would engulf the world?

He corrupted the court, neglected military preparedness, indulged in wine and women, and favored sycophantic officials.

These are all examples, one by one.

How could Jiang Hao possibly face his ancestors?

Twelfth, Your Majesty wouldn't want His Majesty to be deposed, would you?

Hearing Chi Junlin's repeated questions, Yang Yuru didn't know how to answer and could only remain silent.

Although she was an empress, she grew up in the inner chambers of the palace since childhood.

She was only about fourteen or fifteen years old when she was chosen to marry Jiang Hao as the Crown Princess.

How could they possibly understand so many court affairs?

Seeing Yang Yuru standing there dumbfounded, Chi Junlin revealed a gentle smile again.

She suddenly took two steps closer to Yang Yuru and fed the freshly peeled longan into Yang Yuru's red lips.

Yang Yuru was startled by Chi Junlin's sudden action, and subconsciously took two steps back, covering her mouth.

Fortunately, the other palace maids in the hall were all kneeling on the ground and did not notice Chi Junlin's actions.

Yang Yuru was in a state of utter confusion.

Why did she suddenly feed herself longan?

Aren't they talking about politics?

What exactly does the Red King mean by this move?

It's a gesture of goodwill towards oneself...

Or...frivolous?

But...we're both women...

This is so frivolous...

What's the point?

At this moment, Chi Junlin chuckled and said, "Your Majesty cares deeply for the world, and I admire you greatly."

However, many things I say might damage the imperial dignity if outsiders heard them, so it would be better to discuss them with me privately.

After saying that, she waved her hand, signaling the others in the hall to leave.

Then the guards and attendants in the main hall led all the other palace maids out of the Jiaofang Palace.

Soon, only Chi Junlin and Yang Yurou were left alone in the vast palace.

Yang Yuru suddenly felt a sense of crisis.

There was an inexplicable feeling that made her wonder what would happen next.

However, since both of them were women, Yang Yuru felt that Chi Junlin would not do anything excessive.

Thinking this way, Yang Yuru forced herself to calm down.

At this moment, Chi Junlin said, "Actually, I don't care whether Jiang Hao lives or dies. If he can stay quietly in the inner palace and not cause me any trouble, I wouldn't mind sparing his life."

However... I don't think Jiang Hao and those important court officials are being honest.

If he truly angers me, I'll simply give him a cup of poisoned wine.

Upon hearing this, Yang Yuru couldn't help but widen her eyes and exclaimed to Chi Junlin in surprise, "You want to kill His Majesty?"

"What does Your Majesty think?" Chi Junlin stepped forward, standing before Yang Yuru with immense pressure. "What should I do? Could Your Majesty instruct me?"

Yang Yuru took a step back with some fear, but soon a determined look appeared on her face.

She looked up without fear, meeting Chi Junlin's gaze, and then said with unwavering resolve, "No, you must not kill His Majesty. Whether for the sake of the court or for your own sake, His Majesty's life is of paramount importance!"

Chi Junlin looked at her with a hint of admiration. He hadn't expected that Yang Yuru, as the empress, would be so righteous and loyal.

But he quickly added, "I'm not killing him simply because he's the emperor now. But the emperor is just a title; besides him, there are many other people qualified to take that title."

You tell me, if Jiang Hao's throne is abolished... what value does he have in living?

Yang Yuru was immediately taken aback upon hearing this, never expecting that Chi Junlin would be so arrogant and domineering.

He instinctively exclaimed in shock, "You actually want to depose the emperor?!"

Chi Junlin smiled broadly but did not reply.

Yang Yuru looked flustered and pleaded with Chi Junlin, "Princess Junlin, please think it over!"

If one were to arbitrarily depose and install emperors, causing instability in the court and the collapse of the government... this would be no good thing for the nation and its people!

Knowing that Yang Yuru was sensible and knew when to advance and retreat, Chi Junlin smiled and said, "How I act depends on Your Highness's performance."

Yang Yuru didn't immediately grasp the deeper meaning behind Chi Junlin's words and replied, "Please, Your Highness, show mercy!"

"I'll do anything to spare His Majesty's life!"

Chi Junlin seemed to have finally gotten the answer he wanted to hear, and a smile appeared on his face, revealing a hint of ruthlessness.

He reached out and picked up a strand of Yang Yuru's hair, and said softly, "You just said that anything is fine?"

"Yes...what's wrong?"

"Then, Your Majesty, would you be willing to share a table and pillow with me tonight?"

"You...what did you say?"

Yang Yuru was taken aback, never expecting that Chi Junlin would utter such arrogant and rude words.

She instinctively took a step back, knocking over a teacup on the table.

Chi Junlin then took a very aggressive step forward, forcing Yang Yurou to the corner of the table.

Yang Yuru stared wide-eyed at Chi Junlin, her eyes filled with disbelief.

She felt that what she was seeing was utterly absurd.

Chi Junlin is clearly a woman, yet she covets my body.

This was a situation she never expected.

She forced a smile and said, "Princess, are you joking...? We are both women, how can we sit at the same table together... Waaah—"

Before he could finish speaking, Chi Junlin grabbed his waist and pulled him close.

Red lips have been invaded.

"Ooh...mmm...ooh—chirp..."