The princess is so powerful that the fish pond is full of people

The day before, someone in the court sued Princess Duanning's family, and the matter had a result the next day.

It just exceeded the expectations of all the officials. They originally thought that after His Majesty investigated the matter, he would at most dismiss Princess Duanning's family from their posts or demote them.

Unexpectedly, when everyone woke up, they learned that Princess Duanning and her family had been skinned alive by order of Her Royal Highness the Crown Princess.

Afterwards, the crimes of Princess Duanning and her family were posted. It is said that royal scandals should not be made public, and Her Royal Highness the Crown Princess's move was to make an example of them.

"I just want everyone to know that I am not afraid of the royal scandal being exposed, and I will never allow anyone to bully others by taking advantage of their power."

Liang Chongyue received the news before attending the morning court. He met Minglang on the road. After hearing what she said, Liang Chongyue did not object.

"As long as you think it's useful."

Liang Chongyue had used this trick before, which proved that Ming Lang was indeed like her.

The mother and daughter entered the Hall of Supreme Harmony together. The court officials knelt on both sides, and no one dared to look up.

"Everyone loves you."

Minglang stood in front of all the officials. After they stood up, she could feel countless eyes looking at her, which was expected.

"I have investigated the matter of Duan Ning. From now on, no matter who harms the people, I will punish them."

All the officials in the Hall of Supreme Harmony knew what His Majesty's attitude was on this matter.

"Your Majesty is wise and enlightened, and it is a blessing to Great Xia."

In the past, this was always said by Prime Minister Jiang, but today it was Minglang who spoke, and then all the officials echoed him.

The echoes in the Hall of Supreme Harmony lasted for a long time. Compared with this year's Spring Examination, today's events shocked them far more than before.

"When there is something to do, we will start to act, but when there is nothing to do, we will retreat."

The voice of Eunuch Ping'an was heard in the Hall of Supreme Harmony. Liang Chongyue waited for a while, but no official came out.

After a light cough, he slowly spoke:

"Since everyone is free, let me say a few words."

Upon hearing this, all the officials adjusted their attitudes instantly and waited attentively to hear what His Majesty had to say.

"I have decided to send troops to attack the small kingdoms in the Western Regions. Do you have any objections, my dear ministers?"

So many things happened this morning. First, Princess Duanning and her entire family were skinned alive, and now His Majesty announced in the court that he would send troops to attack a small country in the Western Regions.

The officials in the Hall of Supreme Harmony looked at each other in silence.

After waiting for a while, someone finally stood up.

"Your Majesty, the world is now at peace, and the Western Regions have already surrendered. Sending troops would be a waste of manpower and money. Please reconsider."

When a word is spoken, all officials respond.

This was something Liang Chongyue had expected.

The world is peaceful now. If the small country in the Western Regions had not offended her, Liang Chongyue would not have sent troops to disrupt this relative stability.

"Although the small countries in the Western Regions have surrendered, I am still unwilling to surrender. I am ready to send troops to destroy the two above to demonstrate my majesty."

There were many officials in the court trying to persuade him, but Liang Chongyue knew that they were all there to defend the city and didn't expect them to say anything in support.

After all, no one can stop her from making the decision.

"Prime Minister Jiang, sending troops is indeed a waste of money and manpower. Although the Western Regions are not even half the size of Great Xia, they are still about 20% to 30%. Every war will result in the sacrifice of soldiers. Please offer some advice to His Majesty."

The officials behind Prime Minister Jiang requested in a low voice. Prime Minister Jiang did not speak in a hurry, but turned his head slightly and looked at Duke Dingguo who was standing at the front of the other row.

He had previously received news that His Highness was assassinated by an envoy from the Western Regions, and His Majesty's action was also to avenge His Highness, but perhaps the reason was inconvenient to disclose.

Prime Minister Jiang is also an old man in the court. He is the one who advocates peace the most, but Her Royal Highness the Crown Princess is His Majesty's only child. It is natural for His Majesty to avenge Her Royal Highness and attack the Western Regions.

Prime Minister Jiang was undecided for a moment and could only wait for the reaction from Duke Dingguo.

If Duke Dingguo also advocates peace, he will speak up; if not, then the matter has already been decided and cannot be stopped by one person or one word.

Xiang Huayan gave a look to Prime Minister Jiang. Now in the court, he and Prime Minister Jiang, one civil and one military, are the right-hand men of His Majesty.

It is not convenient to inform Prime Minister Jiang about this matter too early. What His Majesty has decided will not be changed. Xiang Huayan only hopes that Prime Minister Jiang can understand the meaning of his eyes.

Both of them were extremely intelligent people, and they exchanged information with just a glance.

"Your Majesty has spoken this, and it will not change. If the Western Regions harbor any rebellious intentions, they will be punished."

After hearing what Prime Minister Jiang said, the people standing behind him also silently put their thoughts aside.

Prime Minister Jiang's voice was so loud that all the officials in the court could hear it. The few people who had just responded enthusiastically stopped talking.

Her Majesty's words did not cause any stir in the court. As a woman in power, whatever she said was the law.

"Since everyone has no objection, then this matter is settled.

Ten days later, the army will be assembled and marched out. The Crown Princess will lead the army in person, assisted by the General of the Escort Flag.

There was only one general with a flag in the court, Duke Dingguo. None of the officials had expected that His Majesty would send troops to attack the Western Regions, but would let Her Royal Highness the Crown Princess, who was canonized just the day before, lead the army in person.

Xiang Huayan didn't think it was a big deal. His Majesty had given him the news a few days ago. When His Majesty led the army to war, he was only sixteen or seventeen years old.

The border issues of Dai Viet and Langwa were resolved in just a few months. Your Majesty's glory and prestige far surpass those of generals like him.

Her Royal Highness the Crown Princess was taught by His Majesty himself. The small country in the Western Regions is no match for Dai Viet and Langwa, so I don't think there will be any big problems.

"Yes, I will obey your command and will assist Her Highness the Crown Princess in the campaign."

Before the officials could say anything more, Dingguo Palace had already received the order.

Even Prime Minister Jiang couldn't help wanting to persuade His Majesty to think twice when he saw this scene. After trying hard to hold back, he couldn't help but say:

"After all, Her Royal Highness is Your Majesty's only child. Now that Great Xia is strong, even if we want to attack the Western Regions, there is no need for Her Royal Highness to lead the expedition personally. Her Royal Highness is the future of Great Xia, so Your Majesty, please reconsider."

"Your Highness, the Princess's life is crucial to the future of Great Xia. Your Majesty, please reconsider."

In the court, except for Duke Dingguo and a few military generals, all officials knelt, and every word they spoke was about the future of Daxia.

Liang Chongyue understood that they had been cautious throughout their lives and was worried that something might really happen to Minglang in the Western Regions.

After all, she only has one daughter, Minglang, and she has never cultivated any other heirs over the years. If something happens to Minglang in Daxia, she will not be able to give birth to a second child at her age.

"Your Majesty, I obey your command. Please rest assured that I will live up to your high expectations. How can a small country in the Western Regions be a match for the soldiers of Great Xia?"

The mother and daughter sang in unison in the court, leaving the officials unable to get a word in.

After a morning court session, the most common words said by officials were "Your Majesty, please think twice" and "Your Highness, please think twice."

However, this was something that had been considered long ago, and later, seeing that His Majesty had made up his mind, all the officials gave up the idea.