The female cannon fodder in the book, the villain instantly turned into a pitiful and coquettish gir

When the absurd agreement of "exchanging the city for King Han and Queen Han" exploded in the court of Ling State like a joke.

The old emperor of Ling State had a pair of eyes that were deeply sunken in the ravines of time and were almost spitting fire.

His eyelids drooped like two heavy sandbags, and anger and fear flashed in his swollen eyeballs.

"Prince! You are simply a loser!

That Ling Chenyu is nothing but an ambitious bastard. Now he actually runs away to work as a lackey for the Yun Kingdom and even bites us back!

Now you actually want me to give up the city of our Ling Kingdom in exchange for those two traitors!

You are simply a disgrace to the Ling family. I will destroy you, this rebellious son!"

The old emperor was so angry that his beard stood up and his voice trembled like a fallen leaf in the autumn wind.

"Your Majesty, please think twice!"

The court officials knelt on the ground in unison like cut leeks, and the sounds rose and fell like a symphony.

But the old emperor wouldn't listen to any of this. He had only one thought in his mind.

His elixir of immortality was about to be refined, and he absolutely could not let anyone threaten his throne at this time.

"I have made up my mind! The Crown Prince is incompetent and immoral. From now on, he will be deposed and banished to the cold palace!"

The old emperor slapped the dragon throne with a sound like a loud bell, shaking the entire court three times.

At this moment, a shrill voice sounded from the corner of the court.

"Your Majesty, have you forgotten that, in addition to the Ninth Prince who is in Yunguo, there are also the Seventh Prince, the Eighth Prince and other princes. They are all still in the country. What if they know your decision and become dissatisfied..."

The old emperor's face froze and he cursed in his heart: This old fox actually comes to remind me at this time!

He took a deep breath, forced himself to suppress the anger in his heart, and said coldly.

"I will make the final decision on this matter. I am dismissing the court!"

After saying this, he flicked his sleeves and left the court without looking back.

The court officials looked at each other in bewilderment, knowing full well that the future situation of Ling State would probably become even more turbulent.

The deposed prince was now shivering in the cold palace, praying secretly in his heart.

I hope that the legendary Prince Chen and Princess Chen can bring him a glimmer of hope...

Soon, the news of the emperor's stubborn refusal to exchange hostages spread to Lincheng like wings.

Zhao Long was so angry that his eyebrows were twisted into knots, and the teacup in his hand was rattling as if it would break into pieces in the next second.

He cursed through gritted teeth.

"Old stubborn man, does he really want his own son to die?

They didn't even send any reinforcements, aren't they just asking us to die?"

Ling Chenyu received the news one day earlier than Zhao Long.

When he received the message, he was drinking tea and discussing philosophy with Su Wenxin, with that nonchalant smile still on his face.

He sent Gan Chenggong's group of veterans to support Lengying and Lengfeng.

At this moment, most of the troops in the military camp are the Black Shadow Army he created.

Although this army is small in number, each member is a carefully selected elite.

Su Wenxin is the hero behind this army. He is not only the person in charge of Lingguo Wenxin Villa, but also secretly manages the grain trade between the two countries and almost monopolizes the entire border grain market.

Ling Chenyu gently stroked the message in his hand, with a sharp look in his eyes.

He turned to Xiao Shilang and said slowly, "General Xiao, it seems we have to make preparations in advance."

Xiao Shilang was stunned by Ling Chenyu's words. He scratched his head and looked at Ling Chenyu and Su Wenxin in confusion.

Seeing this, Su Wenxin couldn't help but give Xiao Shilang a gentle push.

"You guys, you're usually very smart, why are you like a wooden man now?

Zhao Long must have received the emperor's order. Since he refuses to agree to the exchange, a fierce battle will surely follow.

The general wants you to be prepared for battle in advance, so as not to be caught off guard."

Xiao Shilang suddenly realized what was going on. He patted his head and said with a smile, "So that's how it is. I'll go get ready now!"

After saying that, he turned around and ran out, so fast that it seemed as if there was a hungry wolf chasing him.

Ling Chenyu looked at Xiao Shilang's back, a playful smile appearing on the corner of his mouth.

Ever since the drought in Nanyang, Ling Chenyu has completely recognized the true face of his "good father".

The high and mighty, seemingly loving father is actually just a cold and ruthless monarch who uses family affection and power to control everything.

He was no longer the innocent prince who was full of admiration for his father, but a scheming and capable general.

Ling Chenyu recalled the past, and a complex emotion surged in his heart.

Yaoyao was right. Perhaps his mother’s last words to him were really just to “take good care of yourself.”

However, because of his blind worship of his father, he mistakenly interpreted this will as "take good care of your father."

This misunderstanding made him foolishly become a sharp knife in his father's hand, constantly paying for his father's ambition and interests, even at the cost of innocent lives.

Thinking of the tragic incident involving Zhenbei Hou Yirong's family, a trace of pain flashed in Ling Chenyu's eyes.

That was the only stain in his life and the eternal pain in his heart.

His weakness and ignorance led to this tragedy.

In order to no longer be controlled by his father, he secretly formed the Black Shadow Army and secretly accumulated strength.

If you want to gain a foothold in this world full of intrigue and struggle, you must have sufficient strength and wisdom.

He recruited talents from all over, selected elite men, and gradually built up a loyal, reliable and powerful army.

Two years ago, he didn't dare to make any big moves and could only carefully develop the Black Shadow Army.

But now it’s different, he has people he wants to protect - Liu Yaoyao, and the brothers who fight alongside him.

So, he began to boldly expand the Black Shadow Army's strength, which has now reached a size of 50,000 people.

On weekdays, the recruitment of soldiers is handled by the military advisor Su Wenxin, while the training and attack are under the full responsibility of the martial arts fanatic deputy general Xiao Shilang.

Although Ling Chenyu does not need to do anything himself, he still appears in the army from time to time to train with his brothers and improve their combat effectiveness together.

The last time he and Liu Yaoyao were trapped in the crisis of the Yun Clan Ancestral Hall, it was this group of brothers who risked their lives to rescue them from the tunnel.

At that moment, Ling Chenyu deeply felt the friendship and loyalty of his brothers.

He knew that as long as he had these brothers, he could face any challenges and difficulties.

Therefore, he became more determined to expand the Shadow Army.

He wanted to make this army the sharpest sword in his hand to protect everything he cherished.