With a million soldiers, the empress begged me not to rebel

Jin Xuanming continued to persuade without giving up.

Ye Xiao watched Jin Xuanming's jealous expression and laughed in his heart.

He pretended not to hear anything and continued to direct the craftsmen to work.

"General Jin, are you questioning my judgment?"

Princess Aisha spoke with displeasure.

Jin Xuanming quickly knelt down and apologized:

"I dare not! I am just worried about the princess's safety."

"Okay, General Jin, please get up." Princess Aisha's tone softened a little.

"I know my limits."

Jin Xuanming then stood up, glared at Ye Xiao fiercely, and cursed in his heart:

You boy, you actually dare to seduce the princess. When I find the chance, I will tear you into pieces!

Night Owl pretended not to see anything, continued to work hard, and pretended to be indifferent to everything around him.

The "intimate" interaction between Ye Xiao and Princess Aisha, and Jin Xuanming's burning jealousy.

All fell into the eyes of secret surveillance.

The news soon reached Lu Yan's ears.

Lu Yan looked at the information in his hand, a playful smile on his face:

"It seems that this drama is getting more and more exciting..."

Shannan Prefecture, on the city wall.

Lu Yan stood with his hands behind his back, gazing into the distance.

The rolling hills are like a crawling beast, gradually disappearing in the twilight.

"Sir, you're looking for us?"

A slightly rough voice came from behind him. Lu Yan knew without looking back that it was Li Kui.

This guy always has his mouth full, and this time is no exception.

"Yeah, where are the others?" Lu Yan asked without turning his head.

"In the back, sir."

Li Kui smiled foolishly and pointed behind him.

Lu Fei, Zhang Xun, and Han Sheng arrived shortly after and saluted in unison:

"grown ups!"

"They're all here."

Lu Yan turned around, glanced at the three of them, and said in a deep voice.

"There will probably be news from Night Owl soon, so we need to prepare early."

He walked to a huge map, pointed to the location of Java, and said:

"Java is easy to defend but difficult to attack. We must win the battle quickly and not give them a chance to catch their breath."

"Sir, I have been rubbing my hands and waiting for this day!"

Zhang Xun rubbed his hands excitedly, as if he had seen the dawn of victory.

Han Sheng also echoed:

"I'm the same! I've long wanted to see the might of Java!"

In contrast, Lu Fei seemed much calmer. He frowned slightly and said thoughtfully:

"Sir, we don't know much about Java. Wouldn't it be too risky to send troops rashly?"

Lu Yan smiled:

"Lu Fei, you have considered everything very carefully. Knowing yourself and your enemy will ensure victory in every battle."

"However, the intelligence sent back by Night Owl is enough for us to understand the strength of Java."

"Besides, we also have Tu Rong's navy, which can contain Java from the sea."

"Your Excellency is wise!" the three of them praised in unison.

Lu Yan nodded with satisfaction and continued:

"We must formulate a thorough plan for this attack on Java. Lu Fei, tell me what you think."

Lu Fei pondered for a moment and said:

"Sir, I believe we can split our forces into two groups. One group, led by General Zhang Xun and the cavalry, will feint an attack on the Javanese capital to draw out the enemy's main force."

"On the other hand, I will lead the infantry and cooperate with General Tu Rong's navy to attack Haixia Pass."

"Once we capture Haixia Pass, we can march straight into the Javanese capital. Together with General Zhang Xun, we can capture Javanese in one fell swoop!"

"Yes, Not Bad."

Lu Yan nodded approvingly.

"Zhang Xun, what about you?"

Zhang Xun grinned: "I have no objection. As long as I can fight, I will do anything!"

"Okay! Han Sheng, you will be responsible for the allocation of logistics and food, and make sure to ensure the supply of the soldiers at the front."

Lu Yan looked at Victor Han with a serious tone.

"Yes, sir!" Han Sheng clasped his fists and accepted the order.

"Xiao Kui,"

Lu Yan turned to look at Li Kui. This guy was secretly gnawing on a chicken leg, with the corners of his mouth shiny with oil.

"You take your broadsword team as a reserve force, ready to support the front line at any time."

"Yes, my Lord!"

When Li Kui heard that there was a war to be fought, he immediately became excited, threw the chicken leg bone to the ground, and responded excitedly.

"Okay, it's settled!"

Lu Yan slammed the table and stood up.

"Everyone, success or failure depends on this one move, you must give it your all!"

"Yes!" everyone responded in unison, their fighting spirit high.

In the next few days, Shannan Prefecture entered a state of full war preparation.

The city was filled with the sounds of soldiers training and the clanging of iron in the blacksmith shop.

Cartloads of food and fodder were transported out of the city, and the entire Shannan Prefecture was filled with a tense atmosphere of war.

……

And the Night Owl, who was far away in Haixiaguan, was waiting for an opportunity.

In order to capture this city, one must first solve a difficult problem - Jin Xuanming, the Duke of Wuguo of Java.

Jin Xuanming is the Duke of Wu of Java. Now he is the guardian of Haixia Pass and a tough nut to crack.

With him around, breaking through Haixia Pass is nothing but a pipe dream.

Night Owl was racking his brains and thinking hard.

Finally, a bold plan emerged in his mind.

He knew that Jin Xuanming's love for Princess Aisha was a kind of fanaticism that was almost obsessive.

Princess Aisha was beautiful and charming, but unfortunately she was frail and sickly.

Ye Xiao came up with a plan. He decided to take advantage of Jin Xuanming's weakness and carefully weave a lie.

He spread the news that there was a rare medicinal herb called "Snow Lotus".

Grown in the bitter cold of the far north, it can cure Princess Aisha's chronic illness.

"Snow lotus, the legendary miracle medicine, can only be found in the bitter cold land of the Far North!"

Ye Xiao's men spread the news everywhere, adding fuel to the fire and exaggerating the efficacy of snow lotus.

When the news reached Jin Xuanming, he was ecstatic as if he had grabbed a life-saving straw.

He is willing to pay any price for his beloved Princess Aisha.

He immediately summoned his confidants to discuss the matter in secret.

"Snow Lotus, does it really exist?"

Jin Xuanming asked anxiously.

"It's absolutely true, sir! I saw it with my own eyes. The snow lotus was completely white and emitted a strange light. It was obvious at first glance that it was not an ordinary creature!"

"Great! That's great! I'll set off right now to the bitter cold land of the far north to look for snow lotus!"

Jin Xuanming was extremely excited, and he had already imagined Princess Aisha's smile after she recovered.

He desperately gathered elite guards and prepared to embark on a long journey.

He didn't even tell anyone his real purpose, but just announced that he was going to patrol the border.

He had only one thought in his mind, which was to find Xuelian as soon as possible and cure Princess Aisha's illness.

For love, he can give up everything, even at the risk of his life.

With full of hope, he embarked on a long journey to the bitter cold land of the far north.