After my inner voice was eavesdropped, I became the favorite of the Tang Dynasty

Chapter 58

At this moment, Li Qingge watched Su Xiaomei slowly come back to her senses from the shock, and a complicated light flashed in her eyes. She knew that her identity was undoubtedly a huge shock to Su Xiaomei. So, she asked softly: "Do you want to know, since I know my identity, why don't I go back to recognize my ancestors, but instead risk being exterminated to plot to become king?"

Su Xiaomei nodded, her eyes full of doubt and confusion. She really couldn't understand Li Qingge's choice. After all, as a princess of Gulun, she should have enjoyed endless wealth and honorable status.

Li Qingge sighed, her eyes became deep and distant. She said slowly: "Everyone thinks that the princesses of the royal family are golden branches and jade leaves, enjoying all the glory and wealth. But in my opinion, princesses are just pitiful and noble people. They are often sent to marry foreign princes, and they will never see their relatives in their lives. Even if they die, they can't return to their hometown. The loneliness and helplessness are unimaginable to ordinary people."

At this point, Li Qingge's eyes flashed with sadness. She continued, "Moreover, when I discovered my identity, I was already trapped in a place like Baixianglou. You can't understand the humiliation and despair. If Qianlong knew that I was not his real princess, he might have given me poisoned wine and white silk. In that era when imperial power was supreme, my life was like a small boat that could be swallowed by huge waves at any time."

Su Xiaomei also sighed after hearing this, her eyes full of sympathy and understanding. She knew very well that the princesses of the Qing Dynasty had a very difficult life. Although they were of noble status, they often could not control their own destiny.

Li Qingge went on to say, "In fact, it's not just the princesses of the Qing Dynasty who are pitiful. Except for a few princesses from the Tang and Han dynasties, most other princesses are like this. They are bound by the shackles of etiquette and imperial power, unable to pursue their own happiness and freedom. This seemingly noble but actually miserable life is not what I want. Therefore, I have no choice but to rise up and resist. I want to break the shackles that bind my destiny, and I want to control my own destiny!"

At this point, Li Qingge's eyes sparkled with determination. She continued, "Finally, I succeeded. I established the Great Yan Dynasty and became the queen. I have mastered the supreme power, and no one can use 'parents' orders and matchmaker's words' to restrict my life. I can freely pursue my dreams and happiness!"

Su Xiaomei said with emotion: "Your Majesty, you have the courage to fight and dare to risk everything. This is what I admire most about you. You have proved with your actions that women can also control their own destiny and become a queen!"

Li Qingge smiled slightly, her eyes full of confidence and pride. She knew that her life had changed dramatically. She was no longer the princess bound by imperial power and etiquette, but a queen who controlled her own destiny. She proved the power and wisdom of women with her actions, and won endless glory and respect for herself.

At this moment, the sunlight outside the window poured into the house and shone on Li Qingge. She was wearing a gorgeous phoenix robe and a nine-phoenix pearl crown on her head, exuding an indescribable dignity and majesty. Her eyes were firm and bright, as if she could see through everything in the world. Beside her, Su Xiaomei stood quietly, her eyes full of admiration and worship. She knew that the queen in front of her was not only a woman who controlled her own destiny, but also a legendary figure who could rewrite history and create miracles.

The difficulty of life is not what you get, but whether you can give up everything after getting it and find your dream again and pursue what you really want. Li Qingge did this, and she used her actions to interpret what true courage and wisdom are. Although her life is full of twists and turns, she has written a legendary story of her own with her persistence and hard work.

Phoenix in the Ninth Heaven: The Queen's Tenderness and Choice

If I put myself in another position, if I knew that I was actually a princess, the magnificent palace, gorgeous clothes, servants and dignity would make me happy to go back and recognize my parents and enjoy the glory that belongs to me, instead of choosing to rebel and embark on this road full of thorns and tears to fight for the position of queen. But fate is always so unpredictable.

Su Xiaomei paused for a moment, her eyes full of confusion and puzzlement. She asked in confusion, "Your Majesty, when you led the uprising and changed your fate with a thunderous force, you had already severed your blood relationship with the Aisin-Gioro family and resolutely stood on the opposite side of the Qing Dynasty. Why are you suddenly with the Queen now... Speaking of this, I think this should be a secret deep in your heart, a forbidden place that I should not touch, so I dare not ask any more questions."

Li Qingge smiled slightly, but there was an indescribable bitterness in that smile: "I don't yearn for the title of princess, nor do I envy my father who is an emperor. In my heart, those are all illusory things. I just want to recognize the queen as my mother, treat the twelfth prince as my own brother, and enjoy the long-lost family affection."

When Su Xiaomei heard this, she widened her eyes in surprise, as if she had heard a fairy tale. She could not understand how this queen, who was always calm, resolute, and rational, could have such a tender side.

Li Qingge smiled bitterly and continued, "I am also a person of flesh and blood, not a god. How can I be without emotions? Is it strange that I want to recognize my mother and brother? Just because I am the queen, do I have to abandon all emotions and become a cold and ruthless ruler?"

"It may not seem strange to ordinary people, but Your Majesty has always been rational and calm, and always handles things so decisively. This really confuses me." Su Xiaomei said frankly, her eyes full of admiration and confusion for Li Qingge.

Li Qingge did not answer directly, but just sighed and looked at the vast sky outside the window. Her eyes revealed a deep loneliness and helplessness: "Although the emperor is noble and stands above all people, he is also standing on the top of no one. It is lonely at the top! Therefore, emperors of all dynasties call themselves lonely people. Although I sit on this throne and have supreme power, I don't want to, and I am even more afraid of becoming a real lonely person."

Men and women are not only different in appearance, but also in temperament. Perhaps because she is a woman, Li Qingge is more emotional than those stubborn male emperors, and has a stronger desire and attachment to family affection.

Su Xiaomei nodded and said with deep feeling: "It is indeed lonely to be alone. Since ancient times, heroes have always been lonely, especially those emperors with great achievements. Although they own the whole world, they often lose the most precious things - family affection and love."

Her words were full of sympathy and understanding for Li Qingge. She knew that although the queen seemed to be glorious on the surface, deep down she was suffering from loneliness and pressure that ordinary people could not imagine.

Li Qingge was silent for a while, then slowly said, "Loneliness and solitude cannot be filled by power and wealth. Only the warmth and care of humanity can make people feel real happiness. I no longer have hope in love. When I ascended the throne, I had already decided not to get involved in marriage. I plan to follow the example of Queen Elizabeth I of England and dedicate my life to the country. The future Great Yan Dynasty is my husband and my destination."

When Su Xiaomei heard this, her face changed drastically. She said helplessly: "Your Majesty, please don't say that! You are blessed with great fortune, and you will definitely meet the right person in the future. You are still young, and there is still a long way to go in the future. How can you give up now?"

Li Qingge shook her head and sighed, "It's difficult! As the old saying goes, 'Marry a daughter of high rank and marry a daughter-in-law of low rank'. As a queen, it is too difficult for me to find a matching partner. Moreover, this position is too sensitive. The slightest mistake may cause political turmoil. I cannot ignore the country for my own personal feelings."

At this point, Li Qingge's eyes flashed with determination and resoluteness. She knew that since she had chosen this path, she must stick to it. Even if there was endless loneliness and solitude ahead, she could not retreat.

Su Xiaomei looked at Li Qingge's determined eyes, and an indescribable admiration and emotion surged in her heart. She knew that although the queen looked weak, she was stronger and braver than anyone else.

She walked gently to Li Qingge's side, held her hand and said, "Your Majesty, no matter what decision you make, I will always be by your side. You are not alone, you still have us, and the hundreds of millions of people of the Great Yan Dynasty."

Li Qingge felt Su Xiaomei's warmth and determination, and a warm current surged in her heart. She smiled and nodded and said, "Thank you, Xiaomei. I really feel at ease with you by my side. Let's work together to make the Great Yan Dynasty more prosperous!"

The sunlight from the window shone through the clouds and onto the two of them. At that moment, they seemed to have become the most indestructible allies in the world. No matter how many storms and challenges there were in the future, they would work together to write a glorious chapter for the Great Yan Dynasty.

As for Li Qingge's deep desire and attachment to family and love, perhaps only she can truly understand it. But no matter what, she has made her own choice and will continue to move forward firmly. Because she is Li Qingge, the queen of the Great Yan Dynasty, and the woman who will never bow to fate.

In the following days, Li Qingge and Su Xiaomei handled state affairs, inspected the frontiers, and cared about people's livelihood. They appeared in every corner of the Great Yan Dynasty. They proved the power and wisdom of women with their actions, and won the respect and love of the people.

The relationship between Li Qingge, the Queen and the Twelve Princes has become a good story in the Great Yan Dynasty. Although she could not truly recognize them as her own relatives, the deep friendship and love they had for them remained in her heart forever. Whenever she thought of them, she would smile gently, which was the tenderness and warmth from the bottom of her heart.

Time flies, and in the blink of an eye, Li Qingge has been on the throne for many years. She has written a legendary story of a woman with her wisdom and courage. And the choice and attachment about family and love have become one of the most precious memories in her life. In the days to come, she will continue to lead the Great Yan Dynasty towards a more prosperous tomorrow.

The Peak of Phoenix Power: The Queen's Tenderness and Choice

Even if there are men willing to marry me, they are probably tempted by power and wealth, not by true admiration for me. I still remember Mr. Tao's joke, saying that marrying a woman would give him a vast territory, what a tempting benefit! In this world, true love always seems to be covered by power and wealth, making it hard to find.

She sighed deeply, and the sound echoed in the empty palace, seeming particularly lonely. She said, "I am a proud person, and would rather be single than marry someone bad. Even if I stay single for my whole life, I will never settle for this kind of marriage, or for this kind of man. There is always a piece of pure land in my heart that cannot be defiled."

Su Xiaomei also sighed, her eyes revealing deep sympathy for Li Qingge: "It is much harder for women to be in power than men. I didn't expect that even private affairs would be full of twists and turns. In this world, there are always many demands on women."

In the afternoon, the sun shines through the window lattice and shines obliquely on Li Qingge. She is wearing a luxurious golden robe, with fluttering sleeves, as if she is the emperor, shining with golden light. But under this brilliance, her loneliness and coldness are also hidden. Her face is beautiful, but with a trace of imperceptible sadness.

"If you want to wear the crown, you must bear its weight. The moment I chose power, I had already silently accepted everything." Li Qingge's voice was firm and resolute, as if she was ready to face all difficulties.

"But it's also good this way. Without any distractions in my mind, I can be more decisive in doing things. Without the emotional ties, I can govern the country wholeheartedly and let the people live and work in peace and contentment!" There was a firm light in her eyes, as if she had already seen the future prosperity of the country.

"Although I may lose in some aspects, I will also be compensated in other aspects. This is my choice, and I never regret the future. As for the issue of heirs, I have my own way to solve it." Her words revealed an unquestionable confidence, as if everything was under her control.

With the help of the system, it was not difficult for her to obtain excellent offspring. She had never revealed this secret to anyone. She knew very well that this would be an important bargaining chip for her to control the overall situation in the future.

Humph! Those who want to marry me to take over the Great Yan River are simply wishful thinking! Li Qingge's heart was filled with contempt and anger towards these people. She knew very well that her marriage must not become a tool for others to seek benefits.

Li Qingge looked at Su Xiaomei, her voice trembling slightly: "I am also a woman, and I also long to be loved and cared for. Although I am driven by selfishness and love is hopeless, I still hope to have more warmth from my loved ones around me. You don't think I'm too stupid, do you?" Her eyes revealed a rare fragility and longing, as if she was a person looking for light in the darkness.

Su Xiaomei gently comforted her: "Why would I laugh at you? This is human nature. We women should be kind to ourselves and fight for what we want. There is nothing to be shy about. Besides, Your Majesty, you are the Queen's biological daughter. Mother and daughter are inseparable, and blood is thicker than water. How can you give up this family relationship so easily?" Her words were full of understanding and support for Li Qingge, like a ray of warm sunshine illuminating Li Qingge's heart.

Li Qingge held Su Xiaomei's hand tightly, her eyes sparkling, but she remained silent. She knew very well what this family relationship meant to her. She was unwilling to give it up, and even more unwilling to let this family relationship become a tool for others to seek benefits.

People often say that if you want to achieve great things, you can even abandon your closest relatives. There are indeed many such emperors in history. They have achieved great success with ruthlessness and bloodshed, and their names have been recorded in history as wise rulers. But while they achieved hegemony, they were also devoured by the desire for power, becoming cold and terrible political machines, and everything they did became slaves to power.

Just like the witchcraft disaster, Empress Wei Zifu and Crown Prince Liu Ju died innocently, Emperor Wu of Han was deceived by treacherous officials, and because he was afraid of his power being shaken, he actually did such a cruel thing, and was so cruel to his wife and son! Li Qingge thought of this, and a chill surged in her heart. She didn't want to be that kind of person, she didn't want to be swallowed by power, and she didn't want to lose her family affection and humanity.

For her, power is not only a tool to benefit the people, but also a means to protect herself and enjoy life. She pursues supreme power, but she longs for the companionship of her family even more. She is unwilling to let this family affection become a bargaining chip for others to seek benefits, and she is even more unwilling to let herself become a slave to power.

Therefore, she pursued supreme power and also longed for sincere family affection. She was unwilling to let anyone threaten her with false emotions and morals, and she was even more unwilling to let herself be involved in that kind of ruthless political struggle.

Then, Li Qingge said: "Although I long for family affection and maternal love, it must be sincere. If someone comes for profit and threatens me with false emotions and morals, I would rather be an orphan without a father or a mother." Her voice was firm and resolute, as if she was ready to face all difficulties.

Su Xiaomei suddenly realized what was going on when she heard this: "Your Majesty, are you trying to use the opportunity of the chrysanthemum appreciation conference to get close to the Queen, test her character, and observe her reaction when she learns that you are still alive?" Her words revealed her admiration and appreciation for Li Qingge.

"That's right!" Li Qingge nodded in response. She already had a complete plan in mind. She wanted to test the queen's sincerity through this chrysanthemum appreciation meeting, and also observe the reactions of the concubines. She wanted to know whether these people really loved her or were just attracted by her power and status.

The struggle in the harem has always been cruel, a fight of life and death. The queen and concubines can only ensure a stable life for the rest of their lives if they become the queen mother. Li Qingge knows this very well, so she is more cautious and careful. She is unwilling to let herself get involved in that kind of ruthless struggle, and even more unwilling to let her family affection and humanity be swallowed up by power.

She has to use her wisdom and courage to face all these challenges and difficulties. She has to protect her family and humanity, and at the same time, she has to seek the well-being of her country and people. She is Li Qingge, the queen of the Great Yan Dynasty, and she has to prove everything with her actions.

On the day of the chrysanthemum appreciation meeting, Li Qingge appeared in front of everyone in a gorgeous dress. Her appearance immediately attracted everyone's attention and amazement. She seemed like a blooming chrysanthemum, beautiful and noble.

The queen and concubines also appeared at the chrysanthemum appreciation meeting. They wore all kinds of gorgeous costumes, competing with each other for beauty, as if a group of beautiful butterflies were dancing among the flowers. However, in Li Qingge's eyes, they were just a group of people fighting for power and status. Li Qingge quietly observed their reactions and performances. She found that some people were full of hostility and jealousy towards her, while others showed her friendliness and respect. However, she could not be sure of their sincerity and intentions.

During the chrysanthemum appreciation meeting, Li Qingge deliberately approached the queen and talked to her. She tried to find out her sincerity and intentions from her words and expressions. However, the queen was very cautious and careful, and did not reveal any flaws.

Li Qingge was not discouraged, she continued to face all these challenges and difficulties with her wisdom and courage. She knew that only after the test and tempering of time can one truly see a person's sincerity and intentions.

After the chrysanthemum appreciation meeting, Li Qingge returned to her palace. She sat quietly in front of the window, looking at the night sky outside. Her heart was full of expectations and longings for the future, but also full of worries about unknown challenges and difficulties.

However, she is not afraid. She is Li Qingge, the queen of the Great Yan Dynasty. She wants to prove everything with her own actions and meet the challenges and difficulties in the future. She believes that only through hardships and tests can one truly grow and become stronger.

In the days ahead, Li Qingge will continue to use her wisdom and courage to face all challenges and difficulties. She will protect her family and humanity, while also seeking the well-being of her country and people. She is Li Qingge, the queen of the Great Yan Dynasty, and she will use her actions to write a legendary history.

Feng Quan Gu: The Secret History of the Qing Palace and the Storm in Japan

The corners of his mouth curled up into a mocking smile, which concealed his disdain for the past and his helplessness towards the present. He said slowly: "My cheap father Qianlong is simply the face of a thousand-year-old evil. He only cares about Empress Xiaoxian, and treats her like a white moonlight, and spoils her lawless. As for the later empress, he didn't care so much, as if she was just a decoration, dispensable. After a long time, he might discard her one day, like throwing away a rag without mercy."

Su Xiaomei listened quietly, with a trace of worry in her eyes. She thought for a moment and spoke carefully: "Your Majesty, you value friendship and loyalty, which is your advantage. But the harem is really a place where human nature is easily distorted. Many bright and beautiful women have gone in, and after a few years, they have either been worn down and become vulgar; or they have become more cunning than a sieve, and their methods are cruel and chilling. I don't know much about the queen, but I heard that she is a strong and serious person who attaches great importance to rules and etiquette. What if she is really not the image of a mother in your mind? Will you feel disappointed and painful because of this?"

Li Qingge's eyes flashed with determination when she heard this. She said calmly and firmly: "Family affection and love, these must be exchanged with sincerity. If she doesn't treat me with sincerity, then I don't care about this family affection. But I can't forget the hardship of my mother's ten months of pregnancy and the difficulty of childbirth. She was like going through the gates of hell to bring me into this world. How can I not repay this grace of giving birth? I will do my best to keep her position as queen and not let her suffer any grievances. No matter how she treats me, I will do my best to honor her."

At this point, Li Qingge's eyes flashed with a complex emotion. In fact, personal feelings only accounted for a small part of her idea of ​​recognizing her relatives. More importantly, it was for the national interest. She was laying out a big plan, wanting to quietly annex the Qing Dynasty and realize the hegemony of Da Yan. The key to this plan lies in her blood relationship with the Aisin Gioro family. She needs to use this identity to win the support and trust of more people, so as to promote her plan smoothly.

Su Xiaomei looked at Li Qingge's determined eyes, and a feeling of admiration welled up in her heart. She smiled and comforted him, "Your Majesty, I am relieved that you think this way. I am afraid that you will be bound by family affection and kidnapped by the Qing court with morality, going against the trend of history, which will be a disaster for the people of Da Yan. Don't worry, no matter what decision you make, I will stand firmly by your side, support you and help you."

Li Qingge smiled calmly, her eyes revealed a kind of confidence and determination. She blew gently, and the blue diamond on the platinum ring on her left hand sparkled, setting off her beautiful face. She said with a smile: "I know what to do and what not to do. How could I be swayed by family affection! Don't worry, I, Li Qingge, am not the kind of person who acts on emotion. Our Great Yan's navy is so powerful that we will soon take over the East Japan. The Hokkaido fishing ground is the first of the four major fishing grounds in the world, and the fish production is extremely rich. Now our Great Yan's frozen fresh technology has also made a breakthrough, I really want to taste the fresh fish there."

Su Xiaomei listened to Li Qingge's words, and she felt a surge of longing and expectation for the future. She smiled and responded: "Although I have never heard of the Hokkaido fishing ground, but from what Your Majesty said, it must be an excellent place. I also want to go with Your Majesty to taste the fresh fish and experience the local customs and practices there."

The king and his ministers chatted and laughed, hoping that Shi Shuyu could pacify Dongying as soon as possible and expand the territory for the Great Yan Kingdom. Shi Shuyu was also preparing intensively, vowing to flatten the island country and present this great gift to His Majesty.

Speaking of Japan, it is really a place that people love and hate. The Japanese pirates there were originally losers in the political struggle of the Southern Dynasty of Japan. They gathered samurai, ronin, merchants and unemployed farmers, and engaged in pirate activities in the coastal areas of China. They smuggled, killed people, and committed all kinds of evil, causing great suffering to the people along the coast.

During the Ming Dynasty, Japanese pirates invaded the southeastern coast, burning, killing, looting, and committing all kinds of evil. Although the imperial court launched many encirclement and suppression campaigns, they were always unable to eliminate them. Those Japanese pirates were cunning and treacherous, and good at disguising and escaping. They often attacked villages in the dead of night and robbed property and food. The common people hated them to the core, but they could do nothing about it.

It was not until the Jiajing period that the two famous generals Qi Jiguang and Yu Dayou joined forces to fight against the Japanese pirates, and the disaster was gradually quelled. They led their elite troops and fought a desperate battle with the Japanese pirates. After many fierce battles, they finally drove the Japanese pirates out of China's coastal areas. The people cheered and celebrated this hard-won victory.

Now that the Great Yan Kingdom was established, merchant ships were sailing far and wide, and trade was booming. The wanderers in Japan were jealous and went back to their old ways of robbing and killing people. They thought that the Great Yan Kingdom would be as weak and vulnerable as the Ming Dynasty, but they didn't know that they had hit a wall this time.

The navy of the Great Yan Kingdom is extremely powerful, with majestic warships and powerful artillery. The ships of the Ronin were as fragile as children's toys in front of the warships of the Great Yan Kingdom. We defeated them in the first attempt and also intercepted a large ship. Among the cargoes loaded on the ship, several pieces of precious purple silk were the most eye-catching. The purple silk was bright in color, soft in texture, and exquisite in pattern. It was a rare treasure.

Li Qingge looked at the purple silks, and a desire for Japan surged in her heart. She wanted to set foot on that land in person and experience the culture and customs there. She wanted to incorporate Japan into the territory of the Great Yan Kingdom and let the people there become the subjects of the Great Yan Kingdom. She knew that this road was full of difficulties and obstacles, but she was ready and would not back down no matter what difficulties she encountered.

She turned to Su Xiaomei and said, "Xiaomei, get ready. We will leave for Japan in a few days. I want to see the land in person and experience the culture and customs there. At the same time, I also want to discuss the next plan with Shi Shuyu."

Su Xiaomei was stunned when she heard this, and then she smiled gently: "Yes, Your Majesty. I will prepare the luggage and the boat immediately to ensure that everything is foolproof."

A few days later, Li Qingge and Su Xiaomei led an elite force on their journey to Japan. They braved the wind and waves and marched forward, vowing to incorporate that land into the territory of the Great Yan Kingdom. The future of Japan will also undergo earth-shaking changes under their control.

Feng Quan Gu: Storm Rising in the East China Sea

The Japanese pirates, those fierce and brutal pirates, were like ghosts on the sea, wandering around, looking for wealth to plunder. However, they were not only good at violence and killing, they also had a keen sense of the value of goods. When they heard about the preciousness of the purple silk in the Western world, their greed was like a ignited wildfire, which spread all over the prairie in an instant and could not be stopped.

Purple silk is a kind of silk from the Central Plains. It is bright in color and soft in texture, just like clouds. In the West, it is regarded as a precious treasure, as valuable as gold. When the Japanese pirates heard about it, their eyes flashed with greed, as if they had seen the mountains of wealth beckoning to them. They wanted to become rich overnight by robbing the goods exported by Da Yan, but they didn't know that they had embarked on a road full of danger and death.

That day, the fishermen from Japan went out to sea to fish in their wooden boats as usual. The sea was calm, the sun shone on the water, and the waves sparkled. It was a peaceful and tranquil scene. However, this tranquility was soon broken by an inexplicable tension.

The fishermen suddenly saw a faint black spot on the sea, which seemed to be expanding and approaching them. They were shocked and stopped their work, staring at the black spot with wide eyes. When they got closer, they were so scared that their faces changed. The black spot turned out to be a huge iron ship!

"Oh my God! What kind of monster is this?" a fisherman shouted in horror, his voice trembling as if he had seen a ghost.

"It's such a dark mass, could it be a big ship? How can there be such a big ship in the world?" Another fisherman also exclaimed, his eyes full of fear and confusion.

"Aren't all boats made of wood? How can such a heavy iron boat float on the sea?" an elderly fisherman muttered to himself, his face full of shock and confusion.

The iron ship was more than a hundred feet long and more than ten feet high. It was pitch black, like a giant steel beast. It made a rumbling sound, shaking the sea surface. The fishermen were stunned. They had been fishing all their lives and had never seen such a big iron ship. It was not until they saw the two flaming flags hanging high on the ship that they realized it was Da Yan's ship.

Da Yan, the distant Central Plains dynasty, had advanced civilization and powerful military force. Although Japan often sent pirates to invade the Central Plains, they were still afraid of the Central Plains. They always robbed and ran, and never dared to confront the regular army of the Central Plains head-on. Now seeing such a large iron ship, they realized that the shipbuilding technology of the Central Plains had reached the pinnacle, and even iron ships could sail on the sea, which made them terrified.

The fishermen were so scared that they didn't even dare to catch fish, and quickly drove away in their wooden boats. As they paddled, they looked back at the huge iron ship, their hearts filled with fear and anxiety. Before long, the news spread throughout Japan, and the whole country was shocked.

Dongying, this isolated island nation, has always relied on the barrier of the sea to protect itself. However, typhoons are frequent in summer and autumn, which not only bring disasters to fishermen, but also cause foreign enemy ships to be damaged and sunk at sea, making it difficult for them to approach the island. Now, the iron ships of Da Yan can actually pass through the wind and waves and approach Dongying, which makes them feel an unprecedented threat.

In the shogunate in Japan, Tokugawa Ienari was sitting on a large chair with a frown on his face. As the eleventh shogun of the shogunate, although he was the heir to the throne, he had the ambition to annex the Central Plains and dominate East Asia. However, he also knew that his country was not strong enough, and even though the Qing Dynasty was corrupt, it was not so easy to bully.

When he heard that the Great Yan Dynasty was rising and their army was approaching Japan on huge iron ships, Tokugawa Ienari knew that things were serious. He was worried that the country would perish. If it was not handled properly, not only would the Tokugawa family be doomed, but even the emperor would be implicated. He clenched his hands, his nails dug deep into his palms, but he didn't feel any pain. His heart was filled with anxiety and fear, and he didn't know how to deal with this sudden crisis.

At the same time, the Japanese daimyo and samurai had already picked up their swords and bows, ready to stop the enemy outside the country. Although they knew that the army of Da Yan was extremely powerful, they still decided to fight hard to defend their homeland. However, when they saw the huge iron ship, their courage was instantly shattered.

The iron ship was like a moving mountain, pressing them down so hard that they couldn't breathe. The samurai swords and strong bows in their hands seemed so small and powerless in front of the iron ship. They knew that they could not stop the attack of the Great Yan Navy at all, and could only watch the enemy approach their homeland.

Shi Shuyu stood on the deck of the iron ship, looking at the panicked Japanese warriors and daimyo, with a scornful smile on his face. He said contemptuously: "You think you can stop our Great Yan Navy with your crude weapons? How foolish!" His voice was cold and majestic, like a ray of ice piercing the hearts of the Japanese warriors.

The Japanese warriors turned even paler when they heard this. They held their weapons tightly, but dared not resist at all. They knew that they were in a desperate situation and could not escape the clutches of the Great Yan Navy. They could only pray silently, hoping that the Emperor and the Shogunate could find a way to save them.

However, the emperor and the shogunate were helpless. They knew that the Great Yan army was extremely powerful and could not be resisted by the East. They could only watch the Great Yan army approaching their homes, their hearts filled with despair and helplessness.

During this crisis, Li Qingge, as the envoy of Da Yan, also came to Dongying. She was dressed in gorgeous clothes and wore a golden crown, with a kind of majesty and domineering between her eyebrows. She looked at the panicked Dongying people with pity and ridicule in her heart. She knew that this war was inevitable and Dongying must pay the price for its greed and ambition.

Li Qingge walked up to Tokugawa Ienari, looked at his pale and weak face, and said coldly: "General Tokugawa, you should know the strength of Da Yan, right? You Japanese have always relied on the barrier of the sea to protect yourself, but now Da Yan's iron ships can penetrate the wind and waves and approach your homeland. What else can you do to resist our attack?"

Hearing this, Tokugawa Ienari's face turned even paler. He clenched his teeth, as if trying to hold back the gasp that was about to come out. He looked at Li Qingge's cold eyes, his heart filled with anger and helplessness. He knew that he could no longer escape the coming of this disaster.

Li Qingge looked at Tokugawa Ienari's helpless appearance without any sympathy in her heart. She knew that her mission was to complete the hegemony of Da Yan, and Japan was just a stumbling block. She had to remove this stumbling block so that Da Yan's army could successfully conquer the entire East Asia.

So, she gave the order coldly: "General Shi Shuyu, prepare to attack! We must let the Japanese know the strength and determination of our Great Yan!" Her voice was cold and firm, like a ray of ice piercing everyone's heart.

Upon hearing this, Shi Shuyu immediately replied respectfully: "Yes! Your Majesty! I will prepare for the attack immediately and let the Japanese see how powerful we are!" After he said that, he turned and left, and began to command the soldiers to prepare for the attack.

Following Li Qingge's order, the Great Yan army launched a fierce attack on Japan. The roar of the cannons on the iron ship made the sea surface seem to tremble. Japanese warriors and daimyo fell one after another, their blood dyed the sea surface red, and corpses were everywhere. The whole of Japan fell into chaos and panic.

Tokugawa Ienari watched this scene with despair and helplessness in his heart. He knew that he could no longer save the country from this disaster. He could only pray silently, hoping that the Emperor would bless Japan to get through this difficult time.

However, the emperor was helpless. He sat on the high throne, watching the chaos and killing below, his heart filled with grief and helplessness. He knew that this war was a disaster caused by Japan itself, and now it must pay the price for its greed and ambition.

In this war, Li Qingge showed her outstanding military talent and ruthless character. She commanded the army of Da Yan and launched a fierce attack on Dongying. She looked at the fallen Japanese warriors and daimyo without any sympathy or pity in her heart. She knew that this war was cruel, but also necessary. Only through war can Da Yan's hegemony be realized.

Finally, under the command of Li Qingge, the army of Da Yan successfully conquered Dongying. The whole island was stained with blood and corpses were scattered all over the ground. The samurai and daimyo of Dongying surrendered one after another, knowing that their homes had been occupied by Da Yan and could no longer be saved.

Li Qingge stood on the land of Dongying, looking at the surrendered Dongying people, her heart was filled with the joy and pride of the victor. She knew that she had completed the mission of Da Yan and made a great contribution to the hegemony of the country. However, she also knew that this war was just the beginning of Da Yan's conquest of East Asia, and there would be more challenges and difficulties waiting for her in the future. But she was ready, no matter what difficulties and challenges she encountered, she would go on firmly until she realized the hegemony of Da Yan.

(End of this chapter)