After being demoted, my 300,000-strong army trampled the imperial city!

Chapter 389: The Clinging to Old Dreams

Today, Liu Longyue looked incredibly majestic in her golden armor, exuding an aura of royalty, a stark contrast to her previous submissive demeanor at the royal court.

Upon meeting, Liu Longyue did not dismount but instead addressed the Northern Frontier King.

Chen Futu said unhappily, "What? After being separated for several months, you've become empress and don't even recognize your husband anymore?"

Liu Longyue's pretty face stiffened, and she said awkwardly, "Your Majesty of the Northern Frontier is joking. Our relationship is merely a political one. With the world in chaos now, there is no point in seeking any title."

"Well said. Where are General Qin, the Imperial Advisor, and the Military Advisor?"

If anything happens to these people, don't blame him for using a powerful summoning spell!

"Your Majesty, do not worry. They are all safe and sound in the military camp. Please come in and have a chat."

Liu Longyue gestured for him to proceed, but the generals behind her were furious. "Your Majesty, why be so polite with him? Why not kill him and take over the northern frontier!"

"Shut up!"

Liu Longyue glared at the group.

These guys have no desire to live. Didn't they see that little fool was next to Chen Futu? If she made a move, they would all die!

The generals only then noticed Xiaobai's presence, and immediately fell silent in fear.

Chen Futu left Luo Wushuang to command the troops outside, and only took Xiaobai with him to enter the city with Liu Longyue.

Surprisingly, everything in the prefectural city was peaceful, and she seemed to have done nothing to harm the people. She also maintained strict discipline in her military and did not allow her troops to plunder.

Upon arriving at the official residence in the prefectural city, Chen Futu went straight to sit in the main seat, which made a group of generals grit their teeth but dare not do anything about it.

Liu Longyue was not angry and had someone serve tea.

Chen Futu said irritably, "Stop wasting time here. Where are my men? Please bring them out."

"Your Majesty of the Northern Frontier, please be patient. Before we invite them out, I have something to say."

"If you have something to say, just say it."

"Which piece of land does Your Majesty intend to cede to me?"

Liu Longyue was still thinking about this matter and wanted to negotiate terms.

Thinking about it carefully, it doesn't make sense. Given Qingyi's temperament, how could she allow her to do such a thing? Could there be some hidden reason behind it?

While Chen Futu was puzzled, Liu Longyue dismissed all the generals before rising and bowing. "I am guilty, Your Majesty, please do not blame me. However, Beiwu has no other choice but to relocate its people south as soon as possible."

"As long as you agree to let the people join the northern frontier, I have said I will treat everyone equally."

"No."

Liu Longyue refused very decisively.

Chen Futu said angrily, "I gave you a chance, don't be ungrateful."

Liu Longyue opened her mouth, as if she had something difficult to say. Just then, the Great Wizard entered, and Chen Futu raised an eyebrow and said, "So you're here too."

The high priest still wore the ghost mask, his voice slightly hoarse. "I thank Your Majesty for sending people to help His Majesty seize power. However, Beiwu cannot be annexed by other countries. This is Beiwu's secret. All we ask for is a small piece of land. We hope Your Majesty will grant our request."

“Every inch of our land is bought with blood, yet you offer no reason. Why should I cede our territory to you?”

As a time traveler, Chen Futu valued the territory highly. He could not possibly agree to the fact that Beiwu demanded at least the area of a province.

The situation suddenly became tense.

Gradually, Chen Futu realized that Liu Longyue was unyielding on this matter and there was no possibility of backing down. The Grand Wizard's attitude was similar. He estimated that if they continued to negotiate, they would only be able to fight. Whoever had the stronger fist would get more land.

Chen Futu subconsciously glanced at Liu Longyue's favorability rating of 100, which was as red as blood but had not decreased at all. It seemed that she really had some difficulties.

While they were pondering, Qin Liangyu and her entourage arrived, along with Zhang Liang and An Jingsi.

The woman in green glared at Liu Longyue. "I've already given you face by sending the King. Now you can speak your mind."

She wasn't captured, but only admitted to being held hostage after Liu Longyue begged her so desperately; the same was true for Qin Liangyu.

Seeing Liu Longyue keeping her head down and remaining silent, Zhang Liang thought to himself, "Your Majesty, from what I've observed, it seems that the Princess Consort promised some conditions to the Northern Wu nobles before she could quickly send troops south. Now that the army has left the pass, it's impossible for her to retreat."

"So I must cede land to him, Zhang Liang, do you know what you're saying?"

"No, when Liang was in the Northern Wu Imperial City, he once overheard a folk song that said that there were some dangers lurking in the Northern Wu. If there were any changes in the Central Plains, they would have to migrate. If they did not leave their ancestral land, they would risk being exterminated."

Zhang Liang's whispers made Chen Futu frown; it sounded a bit surreal.

The martial arts world may contain supernatural and bizarre forces, but how could a race be so easily destroyed?

"I don't know the specifics of Liang. Perhaps there are unknown secrets and restrictions. Your Majesty might as well let them continue south. If they can seize the land of Daqian, that's their ability. Anyway, it's a long journey and the supply lines are too long. Whether they can take it is still uncertain."

"As expected of you, you're ruthless."

After a moment's thought, Chen Futu agreed to Liu Longyue's request. She could continue to advance southward, and she could freely seize the new emperor's territory, but she could forget about the territories north of the southern frontier. In addition, after occupying the territories, she could properly strengthen the country. After stabilizing the northern frontier, she would continue southward, fighting all the way to the coast, and recover all the territories of the Central Plains. At that time, the true test would only be on the battlefield.

"Your Majesty, I thank you."

Liu Longyue secretly breathed a sigh of relief. At this moment, she no longer referred to herself as "I, the Emperor," and her beautiful eyes were filled with gratitude.

It was indeed difficult for 100,000 troops to march a long distance to attack the new emperor's remaining territory, but this was the only chance, and she was willing to die on the battlefield.

"Please wait a moment, everyone. We will now prepare a banquet to entertain our distinguished guests."

Liu Longyue hurriedly left with the great wizard.

Qin Liangyu stepped forward and softly apologized, "Your Majesty, I have caused you worry."

Chen Futu chuckled and said, "It's alright. Anyway, the troop deployment is already complete. The royal army is advancing in three routes simultaneously. I expect we can take half of the Great Qian Dynasty this year."

That evening, Liu Longyue prepared a sumptuous feast. Chen Futu noticed that Liu Longyue's unstable red favorability rating was gradually turning white, which meant that her favorability was becoming purer and would never decrease again once it turned completely white.

Liu Longyue drank quite a bit of wine during the meal.

Qingyi found an excuse to take Qin Liangyu and the others away, and in the end, only Chen Futu and Liu Longyue remained at the huge banquet.

She cradled her cheeks, her face as radiant as a peach blossom, and swayed as she approached him. Then, she collapsed into his arms and embraced Chen Futu's neck.

Chen Futu said with a dark face, "Why did you drink so much?"

"I am overjoyed. My long-cherished wish has finally been fulfilled in my hands."

"It's just a matter of relocating the entire clan. If you're willing to merge with us, let alone just one corner of the land, I can have the people of the Northern Frontier scattered across various states."

“It’s different. Your Majesty doesn’t understand my needs at all.”

"Then you should say so."

Chen Futu hated riddle tellers the most; all riddle tellers should just die!

"Hehe, Your Majesty, shall I keep you company tonight?"

Liu Longyue hiccuped as she cupped Chen Futu's face with a grin. This was the first time she had seen Chen Futu so out of control since they had met.

"you're drunk."

"How could I be drunk?"

Liu Longyue leaned forward and kissed Chen Futu hard on the cheek. "Your Majesty, do you know? I used to find you unpleasant and wanted to kill you."

"now what?"

"Now, I won't kill them."

Liu Longyue laughed drunkenly, her head shaking like a rattle-drum, her long hair falling loosely, exuding a stunning charm and allure.

Chen Futu, whether bewitched or not, subconsciously kissed her lips.