Waaaaah!
After waiting for so long, this day has finally arrived. The Emperor has finally stopped being harsh on himself and has stopped threatening to kill the powerful families. This is truly a hard-won achievement.
We endured humiliation and hardship, living like pigs and dogs, all to earn the Emperor's forgiveness. Now, the storm has finally passed and the sun shines through.
At that moment, they all wanted to cry.
"Oh, Your Majesty, you are truly wise! This is an honor for my family!"
"I have nothing more to say. Forget about young girls, I'd be willing to have the Emperor as my wife!"
"For the sake of the future prince of Great Liang, we have an inescapable duty!"
Zhang Wanhao and the others immediately knelt down and began to thank the Emperor for his grace. They knew in their hearts that this was definitely a good start, which meant that the Emperor had begun to accept them.
As long as one's thinking doesn't falter, the future is bright.
Depend on!
Lin Yi rolled his eyes and gave these guys an annoyed look. Sure enough, surviving isn't just about luck; you also need to be shameless, and these guys were undoubtedly among the best.
He chuckled dryly, "My esteemed ministers, you have worked hard. Southern Liang will need your utmost efforts this time. I hope you will not disappoint me."
My dear minister!
Upon hearing those two words, Zhang Wanhao and the others almost cried, but at the same time, they felt a great sense of relief!
Those who are addressed as "beloved minister" by the emperor are all his confidants. We have finally made it in and are no longer the disgraced officials we once were!
Zhang Wanhao was almost in tears, and said emotionally, "Your Majesty, rest assured, even if we die, we will build up Southern Liang and will never delay Your Majesty's important affairs."
Even if it means going bankrupt, I will make sure Southern Liang and give the Emperor an explanation!
The group practically swore an oath to seize this opportunity.
Once we are fully on the Emperor's side, everything will be worthwhile. But before that, we must first pledge our allegiance, which means managing this Southern Liang.
If we can manage the Southern Liang well, then our aristocratic families will truly be able to stabilize and will no longer face crises.
"Yes, I'll be watching!"
Lin Yi smiled and nodded, offering some encouragement before announcing the end of the court session.
After the court session, he finally breathed a sigh of relief, relieved to finally be free from their annoyance. To be honest, he had never considered having a harem of three thousand beauties; that would be far too torturous for women.
Often, it's simply beyond our reach.
However, being an emperor can be frustrating at times, since the dynasty needs an heir.
As he left the main hall and was about to return to the inner palace, he was stopped by Dun Ruo.
"Your Majesty, an envoy from the Frostwest Empire is requesting an audience. He's been kneeling at the palace gate for ages!" Dun Ruo.
" The Frostwest Empire!"
Lin Yi frowned slightly. What were their envoys doing here at this time? Wasn't it a bit too late to beg for mercy now?
If Bill IV isn't an idiot, he should know that his attitude towards him is definitely not some friendly greeting, but rather a call to take his head.
Sending envoys now would be a waste of time!
really!
Dun Ruo smiled wryly, "The other envoy brought a large number of gifts and knelt at the palace gate, saying he wanted to apologize to the Emperor and the Empress!"
"Please forgive me!"
A cold smile flashed in Lin Yi's eyes as he said disdainfully, "He's probably feeling the pressure, which is why he's being so humble. He was incredibly arrogant before!"
Bill IV was indeed very arrogant. He had previously written a provocative letter, saying that he would personally attack Great Liang, which was practically an insult to himself.
Now you're begging for mercy? You're making us seem far too magnanimous.
"Uh..." Dun Ruo gave a wry smile, feeling somewhat speechless.
You, Bill IV, were ambitious, wanting to unite with the West to invade Great Liang. Now that the Emperor has undermined your alliance by destroying those allied nations, you want to come and apologize? You're dreaming!
The Emperor is a man who cannot tolerate any dissent; this is clearly courting death.
Lin Yi thought for a moment and then smiled, "Never mind, let's see them after all. Tell them to come to the Imperial Garden. Also, have a maid inform Princess Consort Anne to come and see her fellow countrymen!"
He was curious about what the other party wanted to use to persuade him; surely it wasn't just money.
I won't agree to it without something substantial to offer.
In the Imperial Garden, Lin Yi looked at the huge lake before him and couldn't help but nod to himself.
This enormous artificial lake was built by him, filled with lotus flowers. The blooming lotus flowers were reflected in the water, playing with the fish, creating a vibrant scene.
Being in the pavilion gives one the feeling of being in a painting, a poetic and picturesque experience, exceptionally elegant.
Princess Anne arrived after being notified by her maid. Seeing Lin Yi admiring the flowers, she couldn't help but smile and say, "His Majesty seems to particularly like the lake and these lotus flowers!"
"Ha ha!"
Lin Yi smiled and nodded, then sighed as he looked at the scenery ahead, "Everyone longs for a home in this life, a place with mountains, water, fish, and flowers. Water brings peace, and flowers bring joy, and I am no exception."
Princess Anne looked out and saw the shimmering water under the gentle breeze, the lotus blossoms reflecting the red sunlight, and a faint fragrance that truly refreshed her.
She smiled and said, "Your Majesty has such refined tastes. Today, Anne will accompany you to admire the flowers and fish. Would you like to call the two elder sisters?"
Lin Yi shook his head and sighed, "It's not about that today, my dear consort. Someone from your family came to apologize, which is why I sent you here!"
apologize!
A cold glint flashed in Anne's eyes. She instantly realized something and couldn't help but sneer. Ashina Tiandu, could he?
She sneered, " Ashina Tiandu, thinking he could control everything. Has he already given up so quickly?"
Forehead!
Lin Yi's lips twitched; this woman seemed to be turning evil.
He waved to Zhao Gao, who was standing to the side, signaling him to bring in the Frostwest envoy; at least give him a chance to speak.
The envoy arrived very soon!
However, when Lin Yi saw the envoy, he couldn't help but be slightly stunned. It was actually a seven or eight-year-old child. What the hell was going on?
He glanced at Dun Ruo, who whispered, "Your Majesty, this child is said to be Ashina Mafa, the eldest son of Ashina Tiandu. He's probably a hostage!"
Holy crap!
Lin Yi suddenly realized what was going on, and was shocked by the identity of this envoy. He couldn't help but exclaim in astonishment, "Good heavens, this brother-in-law really has guts! He's even willing to send his eldest son as a hostage. He's ruthless!"
This action startled Ashina Mafa.
The child shuddered in fright, took a few steps toward Princess Anne, and timidly said, "Auntie!"
" Mafa?"
Princess Anne was also stunned and frightened by the child.
Although she hated the child's father intensely, she couldn't help but smile when she saw her nephew, though the smile seemed somewhat forced.