Li Xinyue was somewhat surprised by this, and frowned, "Since the two armies have already engaged in battle, what is the point of bringing these things up again?"
Xie An said, "Your Highness, of course it is meaningful. This way, we can let the various countries understand that this is not our initiative to attack, but rather that they two countries want to invade our country."
"This way, the various countries will also reduce their hostility towards us, and we will be able to gain more time for development."
Li Xinyue nodded and said, "That makes sense. I just don't know what they are thinking."
Chu Chen smiled and said, "Princess, why do you care what they are thinking?"
"If they accept our conditions, we will receive a large sum of compensation."
"If they don't accept."
Chu Chen smiled, his expression becoming increasingly grim.
"Then let them remember this debt. When we are fully prepared, we can pick one of them to attack at will."
"Although they attacked us first this time, it does not mean that their national strength is stronger than ours."
"We can collect our interest at any time."
Li Xinyue nodded, feeling that Chu Chen's words made sense.
However, she still looked at the many ministers present, wanting to hear their opinions.
"Everyone, what do you think of what Prime Minister Chu said?"
Li Xinyue asked the crowd.
Sun Mo, the Minister of Personnel, thought for a moment and said, "Regent, this humble minister believes that what Prime Minister Chu said is reasonable."
Wu Sheng, the Minister of Rites, frowned, but ultimately did not voice any objection.
The Minister of Revenue remained silent and did not say much.
Xie An, the Minister of War, said, "Your Highness, since that is the case, then we shall send someone. Regardless of whether they agree or not, we hold the initiative."
Wang Zhe, the Minister of Justice, smiled and said, "Your Highness, no matter which way we go, we are in control and do not need to think too much."
Li Xinyue nodded and said with a smile, "Since everyone thinks it is reasonable, then let us proceed. Order the Ministry of Rites to send someone to the states of Zhao and Wei to question the two countries and demand compensation for war damages."
Wu Sheng, the Minister of Rites, said in a low voice, "Yes, Your Highness."
Chu Chen felt somewhat relieved now. Although he had great confidence in those dozen generals, especially the old war god Huo Qing.
But he had no connection with these people and did not know their character.
If anything went wrong, he would not be able to escape the consequences.
Moreover, the Empress was still waiting in his residence, and he was in a hurry to report back to her.
Otherwise, if the Empress worried about this battle and came out of her residence, many things might not be accomplished.
Li Xinyue saw that no one intended to report any further matters, so she was about to announce the adjournment of the court. Suddenly, someone stepped forward, it was Xie An, the Minister of War.
"Regent, this humble minister has something to say. Since His Majesty has gone to the state of Wei, why did Wei still choose to attack us, and even with Zhao?"
Xie An's words made Li Xinyue fall silent. She did not know why the two countries suddenly decided to attack the Yunyue Kingdom.
"Perhaps, they had always intended to attack us, and by taking advantage of the Empress's absence from the country, they would have more confidence."
Sun Mo, the Minister of Personnel, frowned and said.
"It should not be like this. These people would know our background if they decided to attack the Yunyue Kingdom. Could it be that something unexpected happened during His Majesty's search for the immortal realm?"
Wu Sheng could not help but say.
The Assistant Minister of Revenue shook his head and said, "Impossible. His Majesty's cultivation is profound, and he is almost invincible in the world. How could anything happen to him? Who among those people is His Majesty's opponent?"
Chu Chen heard this and could not help but curl his lips. Although those people were no match for the Empress in a real fight.
But they could use all sorts of despicable and shameless means, as long as they could achieve their goals.
Empress, oh Empress, you have the ability and the cultivation, but when it comes to bottom lines, you are far inferior to those people.
Xie An, the Minister of War, said, "His Majesty said that Qi, Wei, and Chu were involved, and it seems there were also people from Zhao."
"Although the experts in each of their countries cannot defeat His Majesty, what if they join forces to set a trap?"
"With the strength of their four countries, they should be able to do it if they do so."
Chu Chen was somewhat surprised as he looked at Xie An. He did not expect this young man to guess half of it correctly.
Apart from the most despicable means they used, which he did not guess, the rest was more or less accurate.
Wang Zhe, the Minister of Justice, said, "But, aren't they afraid of things going wrong?"
"What if they are not thorough enough, and this matter is over?"
"Aren't they worried about the retaliation from our Yunyue Kingdom?"
Meng Yuan, the Minister of Works, shook his head and said, "In my opinion, they have likely already planned to attack us. As for dealing with the Empress, it is merely to ensure a sure victory in the attack."
"Since a war is about to break out, they naturally do not care about the consequences."
The old war god Huo Qing, who was standing nearby, also nodded and said with a smile, "That's right. If a war is really going to happen, it would be more beneficial for the attacking side to eliminate the opponent's supreme expert at the same time."
"Even if it fails, at most it will be a fight, what else can happen?"
Chu Chen smiled and nodded, "Exactly. And we don't know the situation of His Majesty in the state of Wei, so we cannot jump to conclusions."
"Perhaps the general leading the troops wanted to achieve military merit and acted on his own."
"Perhaps the Emperor of Wei doesn't even know about this. Our speculation here is useless."
"Once His Majesty returns, everything will be clear."
Li Xinyue looked at Chu Chen with some confusion in her eyes.
She did not know what Chu Chen was planning now, or whether the Empress was safe or had met with misfortune.
If this was Chu Chen's prank, she would definitely settle the score with him later.
"Chu Chen, why don't we send someone to investigate in the state of Wei? That way, we will have a better understanding."
Li Xinyue stood up and said, "Her Majesty has not appeared in court for several days, and the ministers are likely worried."
Chu Chen nodded and said, "Good, Princess. As you say, I will immediately send someone to search within the territory of Wei when I return. I believe we will have clues soon."
Li Xinyue nodded and looked at the ministers, saying with a smile, "Everyone, do you have any other matters to report?"
"If not, then we shall adjourn the court."
The officials all went through the motions in unison, and then dispersed.
Only then did Li Xinyue come to Chu Chen's side and say, "Chu Chen, how long do you plan to keep this from everyone?"
Chu Chen smiled and said, "At least half a month."
Li Xinyue was immediately surprised and said, "Why keep it a secret for so long? What are you trying to do? Tell me honestly."