Su Guan stood there quietly and stared at the empress who was writing quickly. His posture was noble and elegant, and he was peerless.
He suddenly realized that he was not omnipotent.
"As the head of the Brocade Guard, you don't know that His Majesty knows how to write poems, right?”
Xiao Wan 'er's eyes curved into crescents, as if she was very happy to see his surprised expression.
"That's right." Su Guan admitted frankly.
Empress Jiang had hidden herself too deeply.
"Your Majesty is well-versed in classics and history, good at literature and painting, proficient in music, and especially good at poetry…"
Xiao Wan 'er looked around and smiled. She wasn't exaggerating. This was the truth.
As the Di daughter of the Xiao clan, how arrogant was she?
However, she was also completely conquered by His Majesty and was willing to be trapped in the palace as a female official.
The only thing she didn't reveal.
Her Majesty's talent in martial arts was too terrifying. After the previous emperor passed away, she was the only one in the world who knew this secret.
"The frontier is full of women, and the river east has long perished.”
"Only when one's achievements are high and one becomes an immortal can one's heart be filled with sorrow.”
Su Guan quietly browsed through the poem on the paper and sighed in admiration.
He still remembered that Wu Mingyue could also write poetry, but it was limited to a woman's petty temperament, and it was difficult for her to reach the elegant hall.
On the other hand, Empress Jiang's poems were of a high realm and did not leave any traces of the mundane. They were faintly domineering and heroic.
The difference in talent between the two empresses was like the difference between a fallen scholar and a top scholar.
This poem had a strong symbolic meaning.
Chu State was clearly at the southernmost tip of the Nine States and had no connection with the northern frontier fortress. In fact, it was hinting at the empress's boldness of swallowing mountains and rivers.
The small star in the River East indicated that the Chu Country was lacking in talent. Was this to highlight the importance of Su Guan?
I'm about to become an immortal.
The legendary immortals were definitely above the secular emperors.
In other words, as long as your contribution is great enough, not to mention becoming a king or a general, your status can be higher than mine. Killing a donkey when it's done grinding will never happen.
"Your Majesty is a genius."
Su Guan lowered his head slightly to show his respect and praised sincerely.
If she was born in a big country, Jiang Yanwan would definitely be a hero at the level of Qin Shihuang, unifying the Nine Regions and becoming the supreme empress.
Unfortunately, Chu was the weakest country. It lacked resources and territory, and its population was the smallest.
The Northern Expedition was too difficult!
Such a harsh environment was not something that the one emperor from the ancient times could turn the tide.
Su Guan believed that Empress Jiang could turn Chu into the overlord of the south and threaten the northern powers, but she couldn't destroy them.
"I know you like peace and quiet. After the civil war, no one in Jin Ling City will bother you.”
Jiang Yanwan said unhurriedly, a faint smile in her graceful eyes.
Xiao Wan 'er immediately agreed.
This battle was enough to intimidate the villains and win the respect of the Chu martial arts world.
Another literary battle, using this poem to convince the proud scholar.
Then Su Guan would be able to stand firm and not be bothered by flies anymore.
"This is His Majesty's good intentions.”Seeing that he didn't react, Xiao Wan 'er shouted.
"Thank you, Your Majesty." Su Guan was silent for a long time before he put away the paper with the lingering ink fragrance.
Although he didn't need it, he could still feel the empress's concern.
"Then I will return to the palace to handle government affairs."
Jiang Yanwan nodded gently and got up to leave.
Su Guan looked at the elegant and cold back and was silent for a moment. Suddenly, she said,
"Your Majesty, I have a presumptuous request.”
"Speak." Jiang Yanwan turned to look at him.
"I want to lead my troops to recapture Canglan City." Su Guan enunciated each word.
The atmosphere instantly fell silent.
Xiao Wan 'er's almond-shaped eyes were filled with shock. It was clearly beyond her expectations.
Jiang Yanwan was expressionless as she raised her eyes slightly.
"We'll discuss it later."
Su Guan looked straight at her." Your Majesty, don't you believe me? If you break your halberd and go back, I'll apologize with the head on my neck.”
His voice was loud and clear. It was a confidence that went deep into his bones!
No matter what, he was the one who had let down the people of Chu. He did not want to owe them such a huge favor.
Because he had to take back what he had lost.
Jiang Yanwan looked at Bai Yi quietly, her long eyelashes concealing the disappointment in her eyes. She said softly,
"Are you preparing to leave Chu?"
Su Guan was speechless.
He had never seen such an intelligent woman who could read his mind with just one sentence.
That's right, he planned to be free and unfettered in the Nine Provinces, travel around the mountains and play, and return to the most peaceful life.
However, Canglan City was like a heavy mountain pressing on his heart. If he did not take it back, how could he have the face to leave?
They didn't owe each other anything. The 3,000 heavy cavalry was a gift to Empress Chu to thank her for lending a helping hand when Su Guan was in despair.
"What if I don't let you leave?"
Jiang Yanwan returned to being cold to hide the loss in her heart.
"This one has no intention of going to court.”
Su Guan spoke his true thoughts.
Although he didn't want to admit it, Wu Mingyue's actions had indeed disheartened him and drained his enthusiasm for participating in the competition.
He had given everything, but all he got was betrayal.
He no longer had any excess enthusiasm.
"We'll talk about it later!"
Jiang Yanwan's jade-like cheeks turned cold. She turned around and left, not letting him see the sadness in her eyes.
"You have disappointed His Majesty!" Xiao Wan 'er was extremely furious. Her usually gentle voice became sharper as she said sternly,
"Our Chu Country only has eight cities. Using Canglan City to exchange for you, do you know how much pressure His Majesty is under?!”
"She has high hopes for you. She wants to build an even greater Chu together with you.”
"You want to run away? What a coward! Completely weak and incompetent!"
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