Nine dragons fight for the throne, I don't want to sit on this throne

Within one day, at Chu Ning's command, Jinyang City became a river of blood.

Chu Ning ordered all the princes, ministers, and royal family members of Jin to be executed.

Afterwards, Jia Yu personally comforted the people in the city.

It was not until the evening that everything was properly arranged and everyone entered the Jin Palace.

As the waning moon climbed up to the eaves, Chu Ning's golden sword was just about to lift open the last brocade curtain of the Jin Palace.

The smell of half-burned ambergris mixed with blood floated in the hall. Han Li walked forward with a torch in hand, and the light of his black armor swept across the dried bloodstains on the steps.

Those were the fan-shaped bloodstains that were splattered when the eunuchs and maids in the palace committed suicide, and were now coated in a strange purple-blue color by the moonlight.

When Chu Ning's deerskin boots rolled over the shattered jade seal on the altar, the nine-branched coiled dragon candlestick was just bursting with the last spark.

The half-burned black curtain hung in front of the throne, and was blown by the night wind across the armor on his body.

"Hold the lamp."

Eighteen guards held up torches together, and the patterns of the sun, moon and stars on the caisson in the hall suddenly came to life.

Chu Ning bent his fingers and knocked on the dragon head on the armrest of the dragon throne, and unburned fragments of memorials fell out from the cracks in the golden nanmu wood.

The gilded Suanni incense burner that Chu Ning kicked over with his boot rolled down the jade steps, and the incense ash left a winding white trail in the cracks of the blue bricks.

The moonlight moved like a silver snake on the scales of his black armor, making the dragon pillars in the hall sparkle.

"Today's destruction of Jin is entirely due to the concerted efforts of all of you. I will definitely reward you according to your merits."

Chu Ning stood in front of the dragon throne, looked at Jia Yu, and asked seriously: "How much damage was done in this battle?"

Jia Yu stepped out of the formation and said in a deep voice, "In this battle, our army will annihilate the last of the Jin army!"

"However, because our army fought hard before, we also lost more than 13,000 soldiers. Currently, there are only 40,000 soldiers who can fight."

After a pause, Jia Yu continued, "Today's execution of the Jin Emperor and a number of princes and ministers has angered the people in the city."

"Although I have gone down to appease them, the people are still worried that we will take action against them."

"If we can't dispel the concerns of the people of Jin, I'm afraid it will be difficult to govern this place."

Conquering the State of Jin was not their goal; governance was the key.

What's more, the Tang army will definitely send troops next. If we cannot appease the people of Jin, once these people collude with the Tang army, it will be a big trouble.

Chu Ning nodded slightly upon hearing this, and said seriously: "I have also thought about this matter. If it cannot be handled properly, it will indeed be a big trouble."

His eyes suddenly passed Jia Yu and fell on a figure in the hall.

"Prince Consort Yang, are you sure you can handle this matter?"

Upon hearing this, everyone looked at Yang Xingye.

Yang Xingye sighed: "After all, it was me who led the people to open the city gate this time, and the people all know about it!"

"If I were to handle this matter again, I'm afraid it would be inappropriate."

But for the sake of the people of Jin, he paused and suggested: "But this matter is not completely without a solution."

"Perhaps we can ask my wife to come forward and appease the people."

As soon as he finished speaking, Jia Yu smiled and said, "Prince Consort Yang's wife is Princess Langya. It would be best for her to appease the people!"

After all, he is a member of the Jin royal family. If he personally comes forward to appease the people of Jin, he will surely achieve twice the result with half the effort.

Chu Ning, who had already made up his mind, nodded slightly and said with a smile: "In that case, then I'll leave this matter to you two."

"Don't worry, from now on, I will leave the management of Jin State to you, and you will also become a member of my Chu State Cabinet."

"Next, you can select some officials to help you govern the State of Jin!"

"As for the Tang army, you don't have to worry about it. I will handle it."

Yang Xingye breathed a sigh of relief.

As long as Chu Ning doesn't order action against the people, this matter will be easy to handle.

"Thank you for your trust, Your Highness. I will go and discuss this matter with my wife right away!"

Yang Xingye bowed, then turned and left.

Chu Ning looked at his departing back and nodded slightly: "Next, let's discuss how to deal with the Tang army."

"When they learn that our army has conquered Jinyang City, they will definitely seize the city of Jin as soon as possible."

"Our army just fought a great battle and is in urgent need of rest. We cannot fight them in the short term, but we cannot watch them capture the city of Jin!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Zhao Yu stepped forward and said solemnly: "Your Highness, I am willing to lead the White Horse Cavalry as the vanguard to stop the Tang army!"

"Wait until our infantry has rested, then advance forward to confront the Tang army."

In this way, all the pressure was placed on the White Horse Cavalry.

Although this plan is good, it carries great risks.

If the Tang army fought the White Horse Cavalry regardless of the consequences, the White Horse Cavalry might not be able to hold out for long considering the strength of both sides.

Although Chu Ning had confidence in the White Horse Cavalry, he did not dare to gamble with his elite troops.

What's more, there are cavalry in the Tang army this time. If it really comes to a battle on foot, it is still unknown who will win!

While deep in thought, Jia Yu suddenly smiled and said, "Your Highness, now that the training of our new soldiers has been completed, some of them can be transferred to the front line!"

"General Han Xing's Xuanwu Corps has been formed. These 100,000 men are based on the troops of Yunzhou and are now in Qin!"

"We only need to ask General Feng Anguo to send ships to transfer these 100,000 men. Then our army will have the upper hand in terms of manpower."

These words stunned the generals who were still unaware of the domestic conscription situation.

"What? General Han Xing has already collected 100,000 soldiers?"

"Such a big thing, how come we don't know about it?"

"This is a good thing. With General Han Xing leading and working hard, the combat effectiveness of this 100,000-man army must be very strong!"

"With these 100,000 soldiers and horses, our army can rest assured!"

The ministers discussed the matter and all felt that they would not be afraid even if a war broke out with the Tang Dynasty.

After all, the number of their troops is there.

Even for Chu Ning, this was the first time he heard that Han Xing's troops had been reorganized.

"It seems that I still underestimated Han Xing's ability!"

Chu Ning smiled and said, "He should have recruited a lot of strong men in Qin, right?"

"Your Highness is wise!"

Jia Yu smiled and said, "With the help of Lord Di, many able-bodied men in Qin are willing to join our dynasty, which is why the Xuanwu Army was formed!"

"However, it will take at least half a month to a month for these 100,000 people to get here."

"During this period of time, we can use Princess Jincheng as a hostage to make the Tang army cautious."

"According to the time, Chen An should send Princess Jincheng here today!"

How could they not see through Li Shiming's tricks?

On the surface, they were sending Princess Jincheng to the capital of Chu State, but in fact they were secretly transporting her here.

They would capture the capital of Jin sooner or later, so there was no need for Princess Jincheng to go to the capital of Chu.

If you come here, you can also become a hostage.

Going to the capital might arouse the suspicion of Feng Mulan, the prince's concubine.

"Mr. Jia really has a good plan!"

Chu Ning laughed loudly: "Then let Zhao Yu lead the White Horse Cavalry to the border to confront the Tang army."

"As for Princess Jincheng, I am looking forward to meeting her!"