Chapter 290

Qin Mu smiled: "Of course! But does your Tang Emperor have no one left by his side? Why is it always either you or Minister Fang being sent over? You should at least send two new faces so I can poach them."

Hearing this, the corner of Li Er's mouth twitched.

Damn it!

You little schemer!

It's one thing to fleece me all day, but now you're even targeting my ministers?

This is outrageous!

"Fang Xuanling pays respects to the Empress and the Princess."

Just as Qin Mu and Li Er were conversing, Fang Xuanling respectfully bowed to Empress Zhangsun, Princess Changle, and Li Xueyan.

In a flash.

The group quickly exchanged a glance.

The Emperor has come in disguise!

Must keep it secret!

Empress Zhangsun and the others nodded in tacit understanding.

"Old Li, speak up! You Tang people have set up a military camp right under my nose; do you think my Great Qin is short of soldiers and generals and want to come and deliver some warmth?" Qin Mu joked with a smile.

With Great Qin's current strength, those 3,000 Black Armor soldiers outside Jiannan Circuit could be wiped out without a trace in the time it takes to drink a cup of tea!

Li Er gave a dry laugh: "Your Majesty is joking; we came here this time precisely for this matter!"

Empress Zhangsun felt a jolt in her heart and hurriedly pricked up her ears to listen carefully.

Qin Mu smiled meaningfully: "Is it that your Tang Emperor has some difficulties, unwilling to go to war and become enemies with Great Qin, yet also unwilling to lose his reputation for virtue within Great Tang? With no other choice, he had to 'openly repair the plank road while secretly crossing the Chencang.' In name, he sent troops against Great Qin, but in reality, he is holding his position."

"..." Li Er opened his mouth, his eyes full of horror.

How does this kid know everything?

Is he human or a ghost?

Fang Xuanling was also stunned.

At a loss!

This kid is so wise he's almost demonic; isn't he afraid of shortening his lifespan?

"Minister Fang, is this really the case?" Empress Zhangsun asked in surprise.

Fang Xuanling nodded, looking quite troubled: "Your humble servant dares not deceive the Empress, nor the Great Qin monarch; our Tang Emperor indeed meant this. To tell the truth, our Great Tang has always been stable and prosperous and does not wish to become enemies with neighboring countries. However, forced by the situation, we had no choice but to send troops to attack Qin. Because of this, our Tang Emperor specifically sent the two of us to meet with the Great Qin monarch and explain this matter personally, so as to avoid any misunderstandings."

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"If that's really the case, then that's truly great!" Empress Zhangsun breathed a sigh of relief.

This is for the best!

"Stable and prosperous? I don't think so!" Qin Mu's smile always carried a hint of mystery.

Li Er got angry just looking at Qin Mu's punchable face, but he still endured it and said: "Your Majesty, I know you have some misunderstandings about Great Tang, but is it necessary to slander us like this?"

"Slander? I don't have the mood for that!" Qin Mu shook his head and said: "Perhaps after you finish this expedition and return to Great Tang, the dynasty will have already changed."

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Li Er's expression changed abruptly, and he said in shock: "Your Majesty, what do you mean by this?"

Could it be that Qin Mu has already made up his mind to turn against Great Tang?

Is he going to mobilize the entire nation's army to attack Great Tang?

Impossible!

Great Qin does have great potential, but its current strength is simply unable to annex Great Tang.

If he attacks by force, it might backfire and cause strong resistance from all the subjects of Great Tang.

Qin Mu wouldn't be that stupid!

But why would he say that?

"Heavenly secrets must not be revealed; that's all I can say. Old Li, Minister Fang, I have already understood your Emperor's intention. Guests from afar are guests; since we won't be fighting, you might as well stay in Jiannan Circuit for a few more days. Sigh! Perhaps this will be the last time we meet." Qin Mu sighed, looking as if he had lost a great talent.

Li Er and Fang Xuanling looked at each other in dismay.

Speechless!

What kind of riddle is this kid playing at again?

Must be on guard!

Must not be fooled!

This kid is full of bad intentions; one careless step and you'll fall into the pit he dug.

Li Er and Fang Xuanling both had bloody lessons from the past.

"Many thanks for Your Majesty's kindness; in that case, I will respectfully comply. Jiannan Circuit is like spring all year round..." Li Er dared not continue the conversation with Qin Mu and decided to stay for a few days.

First, he could catch up with Empress Zhangsun and Princess Changle.

It is indeed a scenic spot; we might as well take this opportunity to enjoy it." Li

Second, he wanted to see the development of Jiannan Circuit and investigate it properly; perhaps Great Tang will need to build a trading post like this in the future?