Immortal Fairies Always Have Designs on Me-Chapter 908 - 382: "Auntie, Let Me Rub Your Body—How About It?

Eastern Dynasty, Imperial Capital Shengjing.

In the Eastern Palace, Crown Prince Dongfang Xinghe sat in a chair behind a table, expressionless as he perused the petitions in his hand, while the civil and military ministers below argued incessantly.

The news that several Southern princes had been slaughtered and troops under King Qin had entered had already returned, prompting Dongfang Xinghe to call upon civil and military ministers to discuss related matters.

Regarding the matter of the princes growing too powerful, most civil and military officials in court maintained the viewpoint of dispatching troops to suppress them. However, there was disagreement on how to deploy troops and who should lead them.

In everyone's view, the various rebellions were merely minor afflictions, as these uprisings had not affected too many states of the Dynasty and were contained within their territories.

The stationed large armies are sufficient to ensure the rebels do not cross unintended bounds, and with prolonged encirclement, the rebels will sooner or later fall apart from within.

Not to mention the issue of supply, most rebels took up arms simply out of a hopeful 'success', and if they see no hope for a long time, who would continue to rebel?

At that time, issuing a proclamation to condemn the traitors and pardoning most individuals—what could the rebels achieve then?

But now that King Qin's army has entered the Southern regions of the Dynasty, it not only means that the Qin army's morale has soared but also that it will foster connections with rebels in the Southwest, South, and Southeast, and even secretly collude with the Jiuli and Shenmiao countries, which will significantly amplify the rebels' power, necessitating more manpower and resources to deal with it.

No one in the court wishes to spend so much money and grain on this matter.

Therefore, everyone hopes to immediately dispatch the Royal Army southwards, to join forces with the Yunshan Army governed by Jinnan City, and drive the Qin army back!

At this moment, Dongfang Xinghe, having put down the petitions in his hand, listened to the debates of the civil and military officials, feeling slightly reassured.

Although Father the Emperor was gravely ill, he has not yet passed away, so he dared not openly replace those in the court with his own people. Even so, at least no one was brazen enough to secretly collude with the rebels.

Indeed, as the Crown Prince endorsed at the Taiao Temple, having been smooth sailing thus far, there were no major disturbances in the realm, and as long as these ministers weren't foolish, how could they collude with the rebels, placing their families' lives at risk?

With this thought, Dongfang Xinghe glanced at the Qinglong Sect Leader Zhao Junshan standing by the door, his eyes flickering slightly.

"Zhao Junshan." He slowly opened his mouth, and the sounds of argument in the room instantly ceased.

As one of the Dynasty's five great Martial Gods, the Qinglong Sect Leader Zhao Junshan promptly took a few steps forward to salute: "Your humble servant is here."

Being a Martial God, naturally, he holds a title in the Dynasty's officialdom, not needing to refer to himself as "commoner" like most Jianghu Martial Artists.

"Jinnan City and Qinglong Sect openly and secretly preside over Yunshan State; now that the traitorous King Qin has dispatched troops to the South, it is precisely the time for you to exert your efforts."

"As long as His Highness the Crown Prince issues the command, Qinglong Sect is willing to go through fire and water for Your Highness." Zhao Junshan immediately said: "Your humble servant can set off to return to Yunshan State today and assist Your Highness in pacifying the traitors!"

Dongfang Xinghe nodded contentedly: "Although King Qin commands the nineteen states in the Southwest, his troops are after all limited. Now that the Jinyi Guard has betrayed her, she has lost 'an eye'. Even if she has now moved into the South, it is not easy to swallow the South in a short time.

You are one of the Dynasty's five great Martial Gods, with exceptional power. Upon your return this time, I hope Qinglong Sect can engage with Jianghu sects... to disrupt the situation."

Upon hearing this, Zhao Junshan slightly raised his head, somewhat astonished, looking at Dongfang Xinghe.

Grand Secretary Zhong Wenhan's expression subtly changed: "Your Highness the Crown Prince, what do you mean by this?"

"Only by settling the chaos can the people be at peace." Dongfang Xinghe spoke indifferently: "My several Uncle Princes were killed by the Princes, and their territories will surely become chaotic. How can King Qin become the person to settle the chaos?

A mere rebel army, what qualification do they have to quell turmoil for the lone one?"

Zhong Wenhan pondered slightly, then understood the Crown Prince's intention. King Qin already had a high reputation among the common folk, and this time she seized the opportunity to enter the South, surely appeasing many people's hearts. But once Qinglong Sect and others spearhead the Jianghu Martial Artists to cause chaos, though she has numerous troops, she wouldn't be able to cover too much territory.

In this way, the chaos she cannot quell is settled by the Crown Prince, and the people would only line the streets to welcome the Royal Army's entry.

Then, it's time to dispatch troops.

Zhong Wenhan's eyes flashed as he already had a plan in mind: he must let his people lead troops south, thus securing the position of Left Governor at the Five Armies Commander's Mansion.

With this thought, he was just about to speak when Dongfang Xinghe spoke first: "Chang Qing."

"I am here." Chang Shi immediately stepped forward.

"I command you to regulate the troops and horses of Shang, Jing, and Tong three states. Once Zhao Qing incites turmoil, immediately head south to pacify them, then..." Dongfang Xinghe leaned slightly forward: "Successfully quell the rebellion, then escort King Yu and other royal family back to the capital!"

"I will obey."

"Prime Minister Zhong, do you have any objections to my arrangements?"

"I have none." Zhong Wenhan quickly shook his head, agreeing inwardly.

Dongfang Xinghe nodded: "In this case, you must ensure adequate logistical support."

"I understand."

After the civil and military ministers in the room had left one by one, Dongfang Xinghe reclined against the back of the chair, Li Xuanzhen quietly walked out: "Your Highness, Mr. Zhong is becoming powerful, isn't he?"

"There's no choice." Dongfang Xinghe closed his eyes: "I don't want to drag this out too long; I can only use his people. Otherwise, with his students spread across the realm, how can I deal with him secretly setting obstacles for me?

Once this matter is over, I'll reduce his power."

Dongfang Xinghe opened his eyes: "I certainly don't want to make mistakes due to this small issue and let that sister of mine catch a flaw."

Li Xuanzhen gently nodded, then changed the topic: "Now it seems, King Qin indeed knows the art of Dragon Stealing, Prince Fen and others were killed by her... but unfortunately, there's no evidence."