We have fought to the Arctic Circle, and you want me to inherit the throne?

No one knew how long this night had lasted, but Li Che seemed tireless.

When he fell into a deep sleep and looked out the window for the last time, it was already dawn.

I slept comfortably and when I woke up, it was already noon.

Li Che slowly got up from the bed and saw the sun hanging high in the sky. He couldn't help but smile bitterly.

No wonder the foolish emperors in ancient times were addicted to the women in their harems. This thing is indeed easy to make people addicted.

Since I came here, I have been diligent every day, sleeping later than a dog and getting up earlier than a chicken.

I indulged myself a little today and slept until noon.

"Your Highness, are you getting up now?" A woman's dazed voice came from behind him.

"Well, I have to go discuss military affairs." Li Che picked up the clothes beside him and said, "No hurry, you can sleep for a while."

After a night of tenderness, Li Che's tone was no longer so cold, but much gentler.

"I will help you change your clothes."

Yan leaned on her snow-white arm and was about to stand up, but she felt a piercing pain from below and fell back.

Li Che looked back and saw that the woman's face was pale and her delicate body was limp.

On the bed sheet, a streak of blood-red stood out.

Li Che took a glance at her and didn't expect that she was really a virgin.

Li Weiyu was only in his forties or fifties ten years ago, in the prime of his life, yet he already had a hidden illness.

No wonder he becomes more timid as he grows older. A man’s weakness in that aspect will indeed affect his self-confidence.

As a modern man, Li Che is not so obsessed with virginity.

But since she has never been touched by that old dog Li Weiyu and she is a married woman, it is naturally better.

Seeing that she was inconvenient, Li Che said, "Rest. I drank too much last night and I think I was a little rude."

Unexpectedly, Yan was very persistent. She endured the pain, held onto the head of the bed, and stood up.

After barely putting on her bellyband, she came to Li Che's side and said, "Your Highness, this is your first time here. How can I not serve you?"

Li Che had no choice but to let her help him put on his clothes, get some water, and wash his face.

The woman was very considerate. She not only helped Li Che dress neatly, but also combed his hair smoothly.

She reached out and touched the stubble on Li Che's jaw, and her green fingers suddenly retracted it: "Your beard is a bit long. If Your Highness comes again tonight, I will help you shave it."

Li Che heard the hidden meaning in her words and looked down, only to see a pair of peach blossom eyes full of affection.

He couldn't help but smile slightly: "This king will come tonight."

Yan smiled sweetly, her heart leaping with joy.

The two of them stopped being affectionate. Li Che dressed neatly and walked out of the hall.

At the gate, Qiu Bai and his personal guards had been waiting for a long time.

Seeing Li Che come out, Qiu Bai breathed a sigh of relief and hurried forward to salute: "Your Highness."

Seeing Li Che nod slightly, Qiu Bai came up and said with a playful smile: "Your Highness is a little different today."

"Oh?" Li Che touched his hair, "What's the difference?"

"Your Highness is much more heroic and refreshed today than usual."

Hearing this, Li Che laughed and scolded, "You kid, you dare to make fun of me? Tell me! Did you deliberately lead me here yesterday?"

Qiu Bai just smiled and kept silent.

He had followed Li Che closely for so long that he knew Li Che's character and was not really angry.

On the contrary, His Highness is in a good mood at the moment.

"Your Highness should have a woman to serve him," Qiu Bai whispered. "If the Crown Prince can stay, the loyalty of the officials will be more resolute."

Li Che nodded slightly, he was very clear about this.

Fengguo was an ancient feudal society, different from the modern one. As a vassal king, he had a real throne to inherit, so naturally the more offspring the better.

It is not a bad thing for an emperor to be lustful, and having three wives and four concubines and a prosperous harem is not a black spot.

On the contrary, it would be foolish to marry only one wife, resulting in a lack of heirs to choose from.

"Go, assign her ten personal guards, some maids and eunuchs to serve her, and give her some rouge and silk as a reward."

Li Che is ruthless to outsiders, but generous to his own people.

Yan is already his woman, so naturally he cannot let her suffer any injustice.

"Yes, Your Highness."

After settling things here, Li Che walked towards the main hall of the palace.

The Fengtian Army generals had already gathered and were chatting in the hall. When they saw Li Che walking in with the gait of a dragon or a tiger, the voices suddenly fell silent.

But he saw that his own prince was radiant, and Huo Duanxiao and others were smiling, and they already had a plan in mind.

Li Che remained calm as he walked straight to the throne and sat down, looking at everyone: "Have you all had a good rest?"

Everyone agreed in unison.

"That's good, it's time to talk business."

Li Che slowly said, "The battle here is over. If you have any questions, please report them as soon as possible and we will discuss it today."

"The end of the year is approaching, and His Majesty has already issued an order. I have decided to return to the capital tomorrow."

Emperor Qing had issued an edict earlier that all vassal kings must return to Beijing to celebrate the New Year this year. If it weren't for the war in Goryeo, he would have set off long ago.

It is already deep winter. Even if we set off immediately, we will probably have to travel overnight to make it in time.

"Your Highness," Huo Duanxiao said, stepping out of the group. "Your Highness has returned to the capital, and the Fengtian Army should also return to Chaoyang City. However, Goryeo still needs a general to garrison there. Does Your Highness have anyone in mind?"

Upon hearing this, except for Wang Sanchun, He Conglong, Jie An and other generals who were not too surprised, the other generals could not help but straighten their backs with burning eyes.

Whoever can lead an army alone and garrison in Goryeo means that he is deeply trusted by Li Che and will have a bright future.

Just like Chen Qingzhi, who was guarding against the Khitan in Liaoyang City, his status was gradually rising, and he seemed to have the aura of being the number one person in the Fengtian Army.

Li Che glanced at the generals.

Huo Duanxiao, Wang Sanchun, He Conglong and Jie An are definitely not suitable. They are all talented generals and it would be a waste of their talents to keep them here.

Yue Yun, Hua Ying, Yan San and others are no match for them either. They each have their own abilities, and the Cavalry Battalion, the Shenji Battalion, and the Scout Battalion cannot do without them.

Finally, Li Che set his sights on one of the tall generals.

"Wang Hu!"

The general was slightly startled, then stepped out and said, "I will be here!"

"I want to hand this Liujing over to you. Are you willing?"

Wang Hu was delighted and said in a deep voice, "I am willing!"

Wang Hu was the former commander of the cavalry battalion and an old man from the Criminal Army. He had been a captain in the Criminal Army at an early age.

He was a cavalry officer, understood military tactics, had prestige, and was able to control his subordinates.

Li Che nodded slightly: "How many soldiers do you need?"

Wang Hu thought for a moment and said, "At least 30,000 soldiers!"

He looks big and strong, but he is very serious and never takes it lightly.

"Well, I'll leave you 40,000, but half of them will be barbarians, is that okay?"

Wang Hu said in a deep voice: "Yes!"

Li Che nodded with satisfaction and continued, "Wang Hu will be responsible for the defense of Goryeo, and I will need a civil official to take charge of government affairs."

"Mr. Wen, I'll leave this matter to you."

Wen Zai Yin was stunned and said quickly, "Your Highness, please think twice. I am a surrendered minister. How can I take on such a great responsibility?"

Li Che laughed and said, "Will Mr. Wen betray me?"

Wen Zai Yin said decisively, "I have already surrendered once. How can I be so indecisive as to rebel against Your Highness again?"

"That's all. I trust Mr. Wen. Of all the ministers under my command, Mr. Wen is the only one who knows Goryeo best. You are the only one who can handle this matter!"

Li Che firmly believes that if you doubt someone, don't employ him; if you employ someone, don't doubt him, but that doesn't mean he is completely without guard.

Wen Zaiyin stayed in Goryeo and was only responsible for restoring people's livelihood, rebuilding cities and other matters.

The military power is in the hands of Wang Hu, so he definitely cannot interfere.

After all, Goryeo was his hometown. Even if Wen Zaiyin had rebellious intentions, he would not harm his hometown.

In this way, this person can be used.

After deciding who to stay, Li Che looked at everyone: "Is there anything else?"

He Conglong thought for a moment, then stepped out and said, "I have something to report."

"Say it."

"While I was trapped in the enemy camp, I met a northern tribe. This tribe has simple customs, strong fighting power, and is willing to submit to Your Highness."

"Oh?" Li Che became interested. "Which tribe is it?"

"They are waiting outside the palace. Your Highness can come and see them."

Li Che nodded slightly: "Pass it on."

Soon, an old man and a strong man walked into the hall.

Li Che looked up and was immediately attracted by the small, furry white animal in the strong man's arms.

"Wow!" Li Che exclaimed in surprise, "The Arctic glaciers melted ahead of time? How come even this little thing has run to the Northeast?!"