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Chapter 1097 - 75: The Grand Assembly! Shou Zhe, Are You Confused? (Vote for monthly tickets, subscribe)_5

Emperor Longchang took the memorial and glanced at it; it was titled "Extermination of the Barbarian Gu Clan at the Southern Frontier and the Development Plan for the Southern Frontier." His expression suddenly paused slightly, then after swiftly scanning it, he said excitedly, "My son, if it is indeed implemented according to your plan, there is great potential in it."

The Barbarian Gu Clan of the Southern Frontier had always been a thorn in Emperor Longchang's side.

The land there was fertile and rich in resources, yet it had always been inhabited by the Barbarian Gu Clan of the Southern Frontier. Not long after Emperor Longchang had ascended to the throne, he had coveted a vast tract of land to the southeast of Tianfu County.

Unfortunately, despite several military campaigns that killed many of the Barbarian Gu people and their experts, and briefly occupied the Southern Frontier,

the Barbarian Gu Clan used gu and poison as their weapons, and taking advantage of the complex terrain, they waged guerrilla warfare that caused massive casualties to the Da Qian army time and again.

Compelled by necessity, the army had to retreat, and repeated failures became a persistent irritation in Emperor Longchang's heart.

However, in this plan by Kang Commandery Prince, a targeted tactic had been developed through collaboration between the Sacred Land and the military to counter the gu and poison of the Southern Frontier, which seemed to be highly feasible.

Emperor Longchang, who had battled his entire life and was a military genius, understood the advantages of Kang Commandery Prince's plan after a brief review.

Kang Commandery Prince once again paid his respects and said, "Your Majesty, the Southern Frontier is vast; only by completely exterminating the Barbarian Gu Clan can our Great Qian gain at least the land of an entire province. Moreover, the region is rich in resources and highly suitable for agriculture. I am confident that within merely fifty years, we can initially reclaim the Southern Frontier and enhance the strength of our Great Qian Land."

"Under Your Majesty's illustrious command, your son will surely develop the Southern Frontier."

"Very well, very well, very well." Emperor Longchang, delighted by this unexpected joy, began to glow with excitement, "My son understands my heart exceedingly well, it is as if you have fulfilled a great wish of mine before my death."

Although this plan was proposed by Kang Commandery Prince and would be executed by him, it would ultimately be credited as an achievement during Emperor Longchang's reign. The history books would certainly record this principal accomplishment in the name of Emperor Longchang,

and the supporters of Prince De Xin immediately congratulated the Emperor in unison, their flattering praises resounding incessantly.

Many neutral court officials began to secretly ponder the situation, which seemed very unfavorable for An Commandery Prince. Kang Commandery Prince's plan to develop the Southern Frontier clearly targeted An Commandery Prince's Dala Desolate Desert development plan.

Not only was it extremely effective, but it also fulfilled an Emperor's long-held wish.

If Kang Commandery Prince succeeded, An Commandery Prince would likely be sidelined.

"My son, I entrust this matter entirely to you. Produce a more detailed combat plan within three months," Emperor Longchang, his eyes gleaming, commanded, "At that time, I will fully support your military operation and development plan."

"Yes, Old Ancestor," Kang Commandery Prince responded solemnly and respectfully, "Your son will not disappoint your expectations."

His eyes, too, were filled with confidence, not only confident in winning this battle but also in crushing An Commandery Prince.

Thus, the supporters of Kang Commandery Prince were visibly pleased, whereas the supporters of An Commandery Prince were fraught with anxiety. How could they resist such an overwhelming force?

If Kang Commandery Prince succeeded, even if Hao Commandery Prince returned alive, he would be hard-pressed to compete.

Emperor Longchang, filled with joy, then remembered another person to be commended, Wang Shouzhe, and immediately waved to Old Yao with a smile, saying, "Summon Wang Shouzhe to appear."

The excitement originally caused by Wang Shouzhe was significantly diluted by the military plan for the Southern Frontier, which had been a longstanding thorn in his side.

"Summon Wang Shouzhe to appear," Old Yao called out, his voice echoing into the side hall.

A little while later,

Wang Shouzhe did not appear, but "Little Xiangzi," responsible for summoning, came running in with a pallid face, "Your, Your Majesty. Wang Shouzhe has defied your orders!"

"What?"

Emperor Longchang's smiling face stiffened, then gradually turned cold, "What did you say!?"

Your Majesty, Wang Shouzhe has defied your orders and refused your summoning," Little Xiangzi repeated.

In an instant, Emperor Longchang's expression darkened, and a surge of imperial fury erupted. How dare you, Wang Shouzhe, think so highly of yourself?

Usually, when hinted at, you ignore it.

To defy a direct imperial summon?

As the words were spoken, the supporters of Prince De Xin immediately felt as if a pleasant surprise had befallen them. They had thought, at such a crucial moment, that cunning fox Wang Shouzhe would pull some disgusting stunt.

Yet, to their surprise, Wang Shouzhe had foolishly courted disaster. How dare he defy an imperial summon?

Very good, very good, this is indeed spoiling oneself by favoritism, and destroying one's own ramparts. One of the things the Emperor detested the most in his life was indeed spoiling oneself by favoritism.

And the supporters of Prince De De were also shocked. Was Wang Shouzhe insane? If he was mad, that was one thing, but was he not also dragging An Commandery Prince down with him?

Wang Shouzhe, oh Wang Shouzhe, you are confused.

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