Someone took the lead, others followed suit,
After these words were uttered, numerous officials underground began to echo.
Of course, these officials were headed by the Civil Officers, while the Generals were not partaking.
Though two followed suit, most remained silent, saying nothing.
As for why they were silent, it was entirely because an old General was present to lead.
Didn’t you see the old General not speaking either?
What right did they have to speak?
Imagine, if Lin Yi had not gone this time, how many of them would have been sent to the front lines.
Facing an army of 300,000, how many of them would survive?
Partly because of reasons like these, they had an indescribable fondness for Lin Yi.
Could it be said, without Lin Yi there wouldn’t be the stable life they have now?
Even if this bitter stability could only last a little while, it was better than anything else.
As for whether Lin Yi could win this war, they had no clue in their hearts.
Even though the weapons Lin Yi’s troops held were very strange and showed great strength during the trial, previously unseen,
It is undeniable that their numbers were too few.
Comparing with a massive force of 300,000, it was like dropping a bucket of water on a burning cart of hay.
With such a force to withstand the barbarians’ massive army, it was purely wishful thinking.
"Enough! If I hear any dissenting voice again, I will show no mercy, and will directly drag them out to be executed."
It must be said, the young Emperor was very assertive,
A single sentence made all the ministers shut their mouths, looking at each other, no one dared to say a second word,
Fearing that they might accidentally anger the young Emperor and be dragged out and executed.
As for whether the front lines could win the battle, they never believed it from the start.
Now, the two Princes seemed unusually stable,
No longer jumping around as usual, or rather, both stood there with heads bowed, not saying a word.
It was unknown if this war had brought them too much shadow or what,
But in any case, they were now quieter than anyone.
Even when the young Emperor’s gaze fell on them, they remained with bowed heads, showing aloofness.
There was no way the Fourth Prince would rashly speak.
After all, his eight younger brother had been directly placed among those 300,000 barbarians,
Truly, should the young Emperor take out his fury, it could be the end for him.
If not for the repeated admonitions in the letter from his younger brother, insisting he stay at the court, perhaps he would have already fled to Yumen Pass.
The young Emperor glanced at the two, understanding their expressions,
Regarding these two Imperial Uncles, she truly disliked them from the bottom of her heart.
If Lin Yi could truly triumph this time, then it would be time to settle scores with these people.
As long as Lin Yi could secure an overwhelming victory, at the very least, the Fourth Prince’s position would not be preserved,
And if possible, she would also take down the Eighth Imperial Uncle.
Of course, all this depended on whether the prodigal had the capability.
"Your Majesty, bitter medicine is good for health, even though these words are harsh to hear, please make preparations early.
Perhaps at this moment, those barbarians have already broken through Hangu Pass and are heading towards our Capital City; Your Majesty, please do not delay any longer, and make preparations early."
At this time, when no one in the full court dared to speak, suddenly, an Imperial Censor stepped forward boldly, his face set in determination.
That aura was simply fearless of death, even if he was to be beheaded after speaking, he still had to voice this advice.
Of course, inevitably, this also put the young Emperor on the spot.
If the young Emperor really ordered him to be dragged out and executed at this time, it would be killing a loyal official.
What, does the young Emperor’s eunuch have absolute say? In the face of national crisis and security, how dare one rely solely on a minor eunuch?
He reckoned that even if the young Emperor was displeased, he wouldn’t dare to act against him, hence he dared to speak those words.
After speaking, his gaze secretly shifted towards the Sixth Prince among the two princes.
Seeing that the other party still maintained an unshakeable stance, his courage grew even stronger.
At this time, silence was the best response.
Didn’t you see the calm and collected demeanor of the Sixth Prince?
Everything was within his control.
This statement infuriated the young Emperor.
She had intentions to drag him away, but as mentioned before, she was now restrained and couldn’t act against him.
Unless at this moment, Lin Yi could give her a surprise, a surprise to all the Civil and Military officials, winning a battle, otherwise, all was moot.
However, under such an atmosphere, while the entire Civil and Military Officials were staring at the young Emperor, suddenly, from outside the hall came the high-pitched shout of a little eunuch:
"Reporting to Your Majesty. Urgent news from ten thousand miles away has arrived from Hangu Pass."
As these words fell, almost everyone’s gaze turned towards the palace gates.
Looking in the distance at the soldier who was sprinting towards them.
Yes, atop this high hall, they could see a very weary soldier running quickly towards them.
And in his hand, he held high a Petition.
Clearly, it was an urgent battle report!
At this moment, just by holding this Petition high, as long as his identity was confirmed, no one would stop him, and he would have unobstructed access directly into the Imperial Palace.
Directly entering outside Jinluan Hall, waiting for the Emperor’s summon.
But at this moment, the young Emperor’s heart lurched upon seeing this Petition.
The content of this Petition undoubtedly had three possibilities.
One, the enemy was still attacking but was repelled.
Second, the city was directly breached.
Third, a direct victory was achieved, winning the battle.
Of course, regardless of how she thought, in the young Emperor’s mind, the first two possibilities were most likely.
And at this moment, even a draw would be good.
But she must not hear the news of defeat.
Otherwise, the hardly established imperial authority would instantly crumble.