Chapter 983: Chapter 943: Alliance of Yan and Zhao

Although the Yan Country’s cavalry is numerous, it certainly does not reach as many as 110,000 troops, let alone this figure includes many infantry as well.

It was precisely because of this that, after Leng Yu’s reminder, everyone began to ponder in their hearts, what exactly is going on?

Why is such a large army suddenly gathering outside their borders and beginning to attack their cities?

Where exactly did these individuals from the Yan Country come from?

Could it be that they have conducted large-scale conscription?

But this is unrealistic, even if they started conscription occasionally, it’s impossible to suddenly muster so many people, and moreover, this completely contradicts the information they had previously obtained.

If the other side was truly conducting large-scale conscription, their spies in the opponent’s country would have reported such news immediately.

Yet in the current state, they hadn’t received any information about conscription from the other side, but the opposite side suddenly had so many troops, especially with so many cavalry involved, which puzzled them even more.

At this moment, Leng Yu suddenly spoke again:

"Has anyone been sent to investigate whether all these cavalrymen are from the Yan Country? Is it possible that Zhao Country’s cavalry might be mixed in among them?"

As soon as these words were spoken, there was an immediate uproar; no one had thought of such a possibility.

Historically, Zhao Country has always been a neutral nation and would not meddle in the wars between the two countries, which is why no one considered this aspect.

Now that Leng Yu voiced it, everyone shook their heads repeatedly, saying it was impossible, yet Lin Yi, seated on the dragon throne, nodded upon hearing this and directly turned to Wu Guang and said:

"Mobilize our spies in Zhao Country. Check their situation over there. See if their army has made any movements or if the two nations have allied together."

Having received Lin Yi’s orders, no matter how much they disbelieved it in their hearts, they had to hurriedly set operations in motion.

After all, Lin Yi’s word is as good as gold; they could ignore anyone else’s instructions, but they could not ignore Lin Yi’s orders, as Lin Yi had the direct power to eliminate them on the spot, something everyone was well aware of.

Because of this, Wu Guang immediately responded affirmatively.

He began directing the subordinates to take action.

At this time, Leng Yu also spoke to Lin Yi again:

"Your Majesty, based on previous situations, I analyze that there must be Zhao Country’s troops mixed among them. After all, looking at the initial attack on Shanhaiguan, it seemed that the purpose of the 10,000 cavalry was far from pure, and not just to attack and capture Shanhaiguan. We must know that opposite Shanhaiguan is Zhao Country, and it is highly possible they secretly attacked Shanhaiguan intending to lead Zhao Country’s soldiers into our territory. Now that those Yan soldiers have been repelled, it’s possible that the Zhao Country individuals entered our cities from other city gates."

Upon hearing this, Lin Yi nodded, indicating he thought the same:

"I feel the same way. Previously, the formation of the 10,000 cavalry already seemed unusual, especially since they did not send any signals after capturing our cities, merely quietly occupying them instead of leveraging the city’s advantage to push forward. This is sufficient to demonstrate that their conspiracy was not about storming cities and fortresses, but likely to lure the enemy in."

After a brief pause, Lin Yi’s voice rose again:

"However, no matter what, regardless of whether Zhao Country’s people are mixed in, there is no problem. Even if they come, it’s just this small number. Even if it doubles, we still fear them not in the slightest.

Moreover, a more important point is if Zhao Country did indeed dispatch troops, then I will not be lenient."

Saying this, Lin Yi showed a cold smile, letting his gaze sweep over everyone present:

"Alright, let General Leng and Wu Guang stay behind to discuss this matter later, I have some arrangements. If there’re other matters, everyone may step forward to mention them."

In this way, over the following period, numerous ministers reported various matters, and Lin Yi addressed them one by one.

Not only that, but everyone showed extraordinary attention to tomorrow’s coronation ceremony.

Thus, after the court session, everyone busied themselves, preparing for this coronation ceremony.

And this coronation ceremony will definitely not end so hastily nor be held casually. It will be grand and lively, letting all the people of Dayou know about it; this will be the content reported by Dayou’s first newspaper, as previously planned. This will be the content of the first newspaper.

Lin Yi had already arranged everything and written the content above.

As for whether it matches tomorrow’s ceremony, it doesn’t matter.

The main thing is to let all people of Dayou know that he has become the Emperor.

After everyone left, the group returned to a side chamber.

Lin Yi sat in the foremost position, gesturing for Leng Yu to sit beside him.

Next, Wu Guang and others were also given seats by Lin Yi, and Lin Yi began to speak:

"Now, each person present can be considered my most trusted officials, those I trust the most.

So, I hope today’s conversation does not spread."

After saying this, everyone stood up immediately, bowing towards Lin Yi, with their faces filled with excitement.

These words from Lin Yi essentially declared them close to the Emperor, so how could they not feel excited?

While feeling excited, they continuously affirmed their loyalty verbally, each beginning to express their determination.

Seeing these expressions of determination, Lin Yi’s mouth turned up, revealing a smile as he continued:

"Alright, your resolutions are well known, and your loyalty is understood.

Now we shall discuss again the matter of Yan Country and Zhao Country conspiring to harass us.

If anyone present has thoughts, feel free to speak out."

Having said this, he let his gaze sweep over each person present, displaying an anticipatory expression.

[To be continued....]