Xiao Xue did not deliberately mention that the ambush in the canyon was provided by Du Ning'an. This was a move that was somewhat contrary to the national interest.
Although Xiao Xue was a little uncomfortable with Du Ning'an's actions for the sake of royal power and revenge, she understood his actions.
Knowing his intentions better, the Luoyan Empire's army failed, and the highest decision-maker was his younger brother. The scumbag who murdered his mother and became the leader must be held responsible.
At this time, in the palace, Du Ningping's face became more and more gloomy as he listened to Yan Luotian's statement, and his hands were shaking unconsciously.
But he didn't know that Yan Luotian had been back for two days and only entered the palace today to talk about the imperial army's disastrous defeat in the canyon.
"What? More than half of the 200,000-strong army was lost. Master Yan, you promised that you would capture the Gama Empire during this expedition. Why is this happening now?"
Du Ningping was very angry. When the Poison Sect came to discuss jointly sending troops, he was in high spirits, and someone would send such a great gift not long after he ascended the throne.
It was impossible not to be excited. Du Ningping had even begun to dream, thinking about the Three Kingdoms carving up the land of the Gama Empire.
This is the first time in hundreds of years that the Luoyan Empire has expanded its territory, so he is one of the greatest monarchs in the Luoyan Empire.
At that time, no one can shake his throne, no one can.
However, God's calculations are not as good as those of humans. It was obviously a war that could be won easily, but now it is a complete defeat.
"Your Majesty, this matter has been a conspiracy of the Izumo Empire from beginning to end."
Yan Luotian is also unwilling to accept this defeat. He is even worse. Not only did he lose the battle, but now he has been poisoned and his life is in danger at any time.
Du Ningping didn't understand the meaning of Yan Luotian's words, so he stared at Yan Luotian and asked.
"What's the meaning?"
Yan Luotian then told everything that happened in the canyon, and finally concluded:
"Your Majesty, if the Izumo Empire hadn't betrayed its trust and ambushed us, how could we have suffered heavy casualties? I think this Izumo Empire just wants to swallow up the Gama Empire and our Luoyan Empire in one go."
Du Ningping angrily crushed the armrest of the dragon chair.
"Okay, okay, since the Izumo Empire is so shameless, don't blame us for stabbing you in the back."
Du Ningping's words made Yan Luotian feel uneasy. It would not be a wise move to send troops at this moment.
If this is really the Izumo Empire's plan, especially since it has already suffered a disastrous defeat in the canyon.
Especially Xiao Xue, and that abominable monster, he was unable to resist at all. It is very possible that Xiao Xue did not go to the Black Mountain Fortress just to stabilize the rule of the Poison Sect in the Izumo Empire.
With such a person here, let alone the Luoyan Empire, even if the Heavenly Snake Kingdom is brought together, they may not be able to win.
What's more, the Heavenly Snake Kingdom doesn't like this method at all. With their temperament, they completely look down on any alliance. After all, the Heavenly Snake Kingdom is really powerful.
"Your Majesty, please calm down first."
"How can I calm down? With such a disastrous defeat, how do you ask me to explain to the officials who were opposed to it at the beginning? You also know that they have always had objections to my father's passing of the throne to me. They thought that this battle could be changed, but they failed miserably."
What Du Ningping said is true. The old emperor was not dead yet, but was just unwell. Du Ningping came to power in a hurry. This has long made people doubt him.
But Du Ningping also knew one thing very well, that is, the reason why he was able to rise to power was because of the support of the Jin Yan Sect. Of course, he also had good relations with the Poison Sect behind the Jin Yan Sect's back, which is why he could question so confidently at this moment.
Wild geese fall into the sky.
Yan Luotian looked very unhappy. He chose Du Ningping more because he was a waste and easy to control.
"Your Majesty, please calm down. The Poison Sect clearly has ulterior motives. Otherwise, why would our army be ambushed as soon as it left the empire and set foot on the territory of the Izumo Empire? Only we know the marching route."
Du Ningping's anger eased slightly after hearing Yan Luotian's words.
It’s just that he still can’t figure out why the Poison Sect betrayed him? Is it really what Yan Luotian said? Is there an intention to attack the Luoyan Empire? Now it seems that this is the only explanation.
"Master Yan, you also know that some veterans in the court have criticized me. They didn't believe me when I promised to cooperate with the Izumo Empire. Now that it has come true, they will probably make a fuss about it.
You also know that my royal brother is not dead."
Du Ningping didn't want to push Yan Luotian too hard. Now the two of them were sitting on the same boat.
At the beginning, he also carried Jin Yanzonghui and went with the army, so those ministers did not continue to stop him.
"Your Majesty is absolutely right, so I did not ask the troops to withdraw to the imperial capital. As long as we block the news, we will wait until a perfect opportunity to take a gamble. By then, as long as we get what we wanted before, we will not be afraid of the rumors of those ministers."
At this moment, Yan Luotian revealed an important reason why he left the army at the border and did not directly bring it back to the imperial capital.
Faced with Yan Luotian's arrangement, Du Ningping was still very satisfied.
But towards a villain like the Izumo Empire who went back on his word, Du Ningping's anger burned inexplicably.
"Master Yan, do you think the Jiama Empire has a chance of winning?"
Yan Luotian shook his head and explained: "The Garma Empire only has one Queen Medusa who is a Douzong, not counting Xiao Xue who is intercepting me now. It is also difficult for the Garma Empire to compete with the Izumo Empire and the Mulan Empire.
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Du Ning Pingyuan originally wanted to find a bargain, but now he is afraid that there is no bargain.
Du Ningping's eyes were downcast and he looked listless.
Inside the inn, Xiao Xue's room was still brightly lit.
"Young Master, I originally thought that Young Master would just hold Yan Luotian back, but I never thought that I would actually defeat him and fight him back at the same time. But...it's just that the nearly 100,000 imperial troops died. I feel ashamed of them."
Xiao Xue didn't know whether Du Ning'an really felt guilty for those soldiers who died.
However, Xiao Xue still has to be grateful to Du Ning'an. With his information, he can successfully set up an ambush and repel the Luoyan Empire's army.
However, Xiao Xue keenly discovered a problem. Du Ning'an should also be planning a shocking secret.
The secret is how he ascended to the throne of God. Most of the Jin Yan Sect's disciples fought with the army. He indeed has the ability to launch a coup.
But he seemed to have messed up his plan. Yan Luotian entered the imperial capital one day earlier than him. He must have sensed something before giving up.
Xiao Xue really didn't know how to respond to Du Ning'an's words. Saying he was right seemed to be wrong. Saying he was wrong seemed to hurt him even more.
Xiao Xue had no choice but to caress Erha in her arms in boredom to ease the silent atmosphere. She could really hear her breathing clearly.
I'm okay at beating people up, but I'm really not good at comforting people. I'm always the type to be comforted by others. And I'm already strong enough and rarely need anyone to comfort me.