The current situation is extremely dangerous. After the full-scale offensive by Great Liang, Frostwest is almost in retreat on the eastern battlefield. It will probably not be long before they reach the heart of Frostwest.
Under such circumstances, allowing Huo Qubing and Xue Rengui to approach the capital was undoubtedly adding fuel to the fire.
One wrong move and the nation could be destroyed in an instant.
Faced with this situation, Ashina Tiandu, wishing he could personally fight his way out.
This is far too dangerous. If the capital falls completely, then he, the Emperor of Frostwest, will be utterly finished. According to the usual practice of the Great Liang, very few captured emperors can escape unscathed.
If things go wrong, he might die a gruesome death, with his body not even properly pieced together.
Forehead!
The generals and ministers below remained silent. They also wanted to display their might and defeat Huo Qubing and Xue Rengui, but their strength simply wouldn't allow it.
These two were recklessly charging around, they were incredibly ferocious.
It wasn't that no brave warriors had stepped forward to resist, but after seven generals were killed in succession, their initial courage vanished completely, leaving only fear in their hearts.
Even some of the previously ambitious generals are now silent.
The enemy's morale was like a rainbow piercing the sun; who the hell could withstand that? Anyone who went would die.
Bang!
Seeing that they remained silent, Ashina Tiandu's face turned green with anger. He shouted, "Speak up! Weren't you all so capable before? Why are you all silent now?"
"Ah!!!"
His emotions were starting to get out of control; these good-for-nothings were utterly useless, completely failing him at this crucial moment.
At that moment, he wished he could go on a killing spree and slaughter all these good-for-nothings.
He then looked at Derby, his eyes flashing with murderous intent, and said in a deep voice, "Guards, drag Advisor Derby out and execute him! It is because of his collusion with the Great Liang that our army has suffered repeated defeats. His execution is the only way to appease public anger!"
After saying that, he waved his hand and immediately ordered the guards beside him to do his bidding.
The guards dared not delay and dragged Derby out, preparing to take him out and behead him.
"What?"
Upon hearing this, Derby's expression changed drastically. How could they suddenly want to kill him? This was an utterly undeserved disaster.
He broke free from the guard's grasp and hurriedly explained, "Your Majesty, I am innocent! I have never colluded with the Great Liang! I am a loyal subject of Frostwest!"
"Cut it down!"
Ashina Tiandu's cold voice rang out, announcing the end of the Derby. After a scream, the advisor of the Frostwest Empire ended his life.
He didn't need any evidence; after such a crushing defeat for the empire, someone had to take the blame. If it wasn't Derby, then it could only be himself.
In that case, it would be better if Derby died.
All of his schemes were ineffective, and contacting Abaddon yielded no concrete response; it was practically useless, keeping him around was pointless.
Grunt!
Kubo and the others were horrified by what they saw; the Emperor had gone completely mad.
Although this Derby wasn't of much use, he was definitely not a spy for Great Liang. Killing him now would clearly be making an example of him.
Ashina Tiandu, finally fixing his gaze on Kubo, and said in a deep voice, " Kubo, I ordered you to bribe Huo Qubing and Xue Rengui, why has it had no effect? On the contrary, their attacks have become even more intense?"
The current situation
"Get out of the way! I need to see the Emperor! I have urgent military news!!!"
"Let him in!"
Just then, a series of hurried footsteps came from outside, along with the faint sound of arguing. Ashina Tiandu's face immediately fell; the voice was clearly Ashley's.
This guy actually came back!
Ashina Tiandu. It was bad enough that this guy failed to hold off Xue Rengui, but he actually retreated. Had he completely given up?
Thinking of this, his murderous intent surged. If Ashley didn't have an urgent military report, he would definitely make sure he died a gruesome death.
really!
The visitor was Ashley. He strode in and said in a deep voice, "Your Majesty, a major incident has occurred outside. We have received news that Emperor Lin Yi of the Great Liang Dynasty intends to recruit Huo Qubing and Xue Rengui, and negotiations are currently underway."
"What?"
Upon hearing this, Ashina Tiandu had just settled into his seat, almost fell off his chair, exclaiming in horror, "What did you say? The Great Liang wants to recruit Huo Qubing and Xue Rengui?"
These words were like a bolt from the blue, almost making him faint.
Facing the combined attack of three forces, Great Liang was already facing immense difficulties, but there was still some room for maneuver.
If the Great Liang were to suddenly recruit Huo Qubing and Xue Rengui, then these three forces would be united, and the pressure would increase exponentially, putting Frostwest in serious trouble.
"My God, how could this happen? This is a huge problem!"
"Once Great Liang subdues these two, we'll be completely surrounded by Great Liang. That's absolutely terrifying."
"If Great Liang completely blocks us, we'll likely have no way to escape..."
The courtiers below erupted in uproar. Their already fearful hearts were on the verge of exploding. This was adding insult to injury, practically driving Frostwest to her death.
The eastern part of the region was already riddled with holes by the Great Liang. If Huo Qubing and Xue Rengui also joined the Great Liang, then there would be no safe haven in Frostwest, and the region would be completely surrounded by the Great Liang.
This triangular encirclement practically locked Tiele City inside; if the enemy were to start a war, none of them would be spared.
Damn, this is a serious problem.
Some officials couldn't help but secretly calculate that the Frostwest Empire was almost destined to perish under this situation, and they had to make preparations as soon as possible.
I've heard that the subjects of the Great Liang who support surrender should perhaps contact the people of the Great Liang, at least to leave themselves a way out, lest they be surrounded and meet their demise.
Ashley nodded, his eyes filled with desolation.
He explained, "If it weren't for this matter, I wouldn't have rushed back in person. This is no small matter. Great Liang has already sent envoys to contact both sides, and I'm afraid we'll have a result soon."
He was already exhausted, both physically and mentally, after being repeatedly defeated by Xue Rengui in the north. This sudden news was like a bolt from the blue.
To be honest, he was prepared to just run away, since the situation was just too overwhelming.
The eastern battlefield is almost a complete rout. If Great Liang were to subdue these two forces that have penetrated the heart of Frostwest, it would be like adding wings to a tiger, and the consequences would be unimaginable.