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Although Zhou Wu was furious, he did not rush into the palace but went to the Crown Prince's residence first.

"Your subject greets Your Highness the Crown Prince."

"Zhou Wu, I thought you had gone back to your fiefdom."

Zhou Wu had previously said that he would return to his fiefdom after the Empress's birthday banquet, so the Crown Prince always thought that Zhou Wu had left the capital. If he knew that Zhou Wu had not left, he would definitely look for him at any time.

"I was originally preparing to leave, but just before I left, I heard something and specifically sought confirmation from His Highness the Crown Prince."

"Sit down and let's talk?"

"Thank you, Your Highness. There's no need for a seat. May I ask if the Kingdom of Gaoli has proposed marriage to my Great Long?"

Zhou Wu's expression was off today, but Li Junren didn't notice it for the time being.

"Oh, you mean this? Yes, that's true."

"What does the imperial court mean?"

"The higher-ups are discussing this with the Emperor. This is mainly because our dynasty is newly established and this is the first time we've encountered this situation. However, if we follow the system of the previous dynasty, we might consolidate the relationship between the two countries through a marriage alliance."

Indeed, in Zhou Wu's time, dynasties throughout history had used marriage alliances to consolidate their political positions or achieve other goals. However, there was only one dynasty that Zhou Wu deeply respected: no marriage alliances, no indemnities, no ceding of territory, and no tribute. This was the slogan of that dynasty, which stirred the blood of countless Chinese people.

As a time traveler, Zhou Wu was determined to make the Great Dragon Dynasty become that kind of dynasty as well.

Moreover, Li Xixue somehow learned that this person was very likely herself, and combined with the Crown Prince's intention that the court might agree to the marriage alliance.

Zhou Wu did not explain anything to the Crown Prince; he simply left after receiving the answer.

. . . . . .

Early the next morning.

early morning.

Among the court officials, there was one more person. The other ministers assumed that Zhou Wu had come to receive a reward because of the Empress's birthday banquet a few days ago, so they didn't pay any attention to it.

"When there is something going on, we will start, and when there is nothing going on, we will retreat."

After the routine questioning, the ministers reported on various events. Zhou Wu stood silently at the back of the line, and Li Tiancheng didn't even see him.

The ministers have almost finished speaking.

"Does anyone else have something to say? If not, then..."

"I have something to report."

After a busy morning, Li Tiancheng was about to adjourn the meeting when Zhou Wu suddenly appeared. Only then did Crown Prince Li Junren realize why Zhou Wu had come today.

However, for some reason, Li Junren had a bad feeling.

"Zhou Wu, alright, what's the matter? Speak up."

Li Tiancheng still gave Zhou Wu face, and greeted him with a smile.

"May I ask Your Majesty, I have heard that the Kingdom of Gaoli has requested a marriage alliance with our Great Dragon Kingdom. Is this true?"

Yes, there is.

Li Tiancheng seemed unaware of anything and readily admitted it.

"Then I wonder if His Majesty agrees?"

Seeing Zhou Wu's persistent questioning, Li Tiancheng realized that Zhou Wu must have a different opinion on this matter.

"Zhou Wu, just say what you have to say."

"Although I hold a lowly position, I oppose marriage alliances."

Zhou Wu's voice had never been so powerful and resonant, echoing throughout the entire hall.

"How dare you, Zhou Wu! You are merely the Grand Commander of the South China Sea. How could you possibly interfere in such important matters of the court?"

"Hmph, that's right. This matter concerns the relationship between my Great Dragon and Gaoli. How dare you oppose it? What are your true intentions?"

"Your Majesty, Zhou Wu has made irresponsible remarks about important matters of state. We request Your Majesty to punish him."

"I second the proposal."

"I second the proposal."

“Father, Zhou Wu was just speaking his mind without meaning it. Please forgive him.”

The crown prince panicked. So many people had come forward to impeach Zhou Wu, so the crown prince quickly pleaded for mercy.

"Please forgive me, Your Majesty."

"Please forgive me, Your Majesty."

Immediately afterwards, Gu Xinyuan and Lu Da also pleaded for leniency, wondering why Zhou Wu had suddenly intervened in the matter.

"Zhou Wu, please continue."

Li Tiancheng's face showed no emotion, he simply told Zhou Wu to continue.

"My Great Dragon Kingdom ascends to the Heavenly Court. My princess is of the highest rank. How dare a mere small country presume to marry my Great Dragon Princess?"

Zhou Wu immediately invoked the principle of the dragon's supremacy, which resonated with the military generals.

"Hmph, utter nonsense. Zhou Wu, what do you know? A little sacrifice can bring lasting peace and stability to both countries. As a princess, you must have this awareness."

Before Zhou Wu could finish speaking, a civil official jumped out and accused him of not understanding national affairs, saying that some sacrifices were necessary for the stability of the country.

"Bullshit!"

Knowing someone would say such nonsense, Zhou Wu cursed out loud. He had been holding back these words since yesterday, just waiting for someone to deliver them to his doorstep.

"You, you, you... how can you be so vulgar and uncouth? You have wasted your time studying the classics."

"My lord, I am a military officer."

Everyone then realized that Zhou Wu, who seemed weak and scholarly, had always held a military position and had indeed been doing the work of a military officer.

"you,,,,,"

The civil official was so angry that he couldn't speak. He never expected that after so many years of navigating the workplace, he would lose to a military general in terms of verbal skills.

"My mighty Dragon Empire, with its strong army and prosperous nation, has never needed to rely on a princess's marriage to secure its safety! Do you all think my Dragon soldiers are spineless?"

Zhou Wu glared sharply at the civil official, and the military general behind him immediately opened his eyes wide with anger. This was simply a disgrace to the military generals.

Yes, my Great Dragon is clearly stronger than these small countries around us, so why do we still need to rely on princess marriages to solidify our relationship?

“Zhou Wu, don’t spout nonsense. This marriage alliance is not about compromising your principles, but about demonstrating the refinement and etiquette of our great nation.”

"Bullshit! Why don't you marry your daughter off to these savages?"

Unable to correct his ways despite repeated admonitions, Zhou Wu became even angrier. Ignoring the fact that it was the morning court session, he started cursing and even called Gaoli a "savage country."

"You, you... , pfft~~~~"

A mouthful of blood spurted out three meters away. Seeing the person fall to the ground, the civil official went to the person's side, calling out the person's name, as if the person had truly fainted.

“Zhou Wu, you have insulted your colleagues and made irresponsible remarks about state affairs. What is your punishment?”

"This is outrageous! This is the Great Dragon Council Hall. How dare you cause trouble like this?"

"..."

The civil officials were more united than ever before, rebuking Zhou Wu. This made the military generals restless. Zhou Wu's words earlier had been directed at the military generals, and now that they were in trouble, the military generals naturally joined the verbal battle.

"After court, shall we have a little contest at the palace gate?"

Lu Da blocked the attack with his hand. Zhou Wu was now his third brother, how could he let him suffer a loss?

“You weak scholars are just cowards and afraid of trouble.”

"A scholar is good for nothing."

The two sides started hurling insults at each other, leaving Li Tiancheng stunned on his dragon throne. How did this perfectly good morning court session turn into something like a vegetable market?

"shut up."

Li Tiancheng roared, and both sides immediately stopped.

"Your Majesty, forgive me."

A sea of ​​people knelt down, but Zhou Wu stood proudly among them, like a lone hero.