Chapter 2338 - 2335: Resolve
Chapter 2338: Chapter 2335: Resolve
Letting those starving wolves feed until they’re full makes them lose their ferocity, and then they are surrounded and slaughtered. Yet, even when they have the upper hand, the People of Beirong don’t decisively kill; they stand by cruelly tormenting and killing them over and over.
This alone reveals the ruthless nature of those in power in Beirong these days.
Hetu and Hera are the primary representatives of this.
If it were the Beirong Prince, it wouldn’t be to this extent.
"I understand." Chu Ziluo came out specifically to gather information.
At the same time, she deliberately employed such methods to instill fear in the Great Chu officials, forcing them to reconsider the safety of their own lives before casting stones.
Of course, this provided a perfect opportunity to discern the true faces of those around her.
The effect was indeed obvious.
There used to be many people surrounding her, but now only a few close ones remained.
Truly, adversity reveals true feelings.
Chu Ziluo evaluated everyone and decided who to befriend deeply or shallowly.
She chatted with Huo Hongyan for a while.
Her maidservant, who had left unknowingly, returned and nodded to her.
Only then did Chu Ziluo feel relieved.
She didn’t linger outside.
She turned around and left.
About an hour later.
She appeared behind a tent.
This was a blind spot from all positions.
No one noticed.
Looking at Prince Rong, Li Chongjin, Chu Ziluo spoke directly about her purpose: "Prince, you once said you’d grant me a request; now I have an idea."
"You want me to tell you the court’s news and Father Emperor’s intentions?" Li Chongjin frowned slightly at her distant address and said in a deep voice, "Rest assured, even if you didn’t ask, I would still inform you."
Before Chu Ziluo could refuse, he added: "Consider it repayment for Lord Chu and Madam’s kindness."
"Father Emperor’s intentions are unclear, but Beirong likely wants to use this opportunity to wage war with Great Chu. In the court, officials led by Minister Qi advocate for peace, while the military generals favor war; no consensus has been reached so far."
"Elder Zhong and others have not expressed their stance, and the situation is still stable at present. At least no one is taking advantage to cast stones at Lord Chu." Li Chongjin didn’t mention that Chu Heng hadn’t completely died yet, and Madam’s ruthless reaction when she attempted to assassinate Hera added to the intimidation.
However, if Lord Chu doesn’t wake up for a long time, the situation might change.
"In any case, rest assured, I support Lord Chu; he will recover."
"Thank you, Prince." Before coming, Chu Ziluo had considered that even if Li Chongjin was unwilling to help, she wouldn’t be disappointed. After all, as a prince not favored, there’s little he can do; being able to protect himself is already commendable, let alone getting involved in her troubles.
Now, seeing Li Chongjin unhesitantly provide information, offering help unsolicited,
she felt a sense of relief and regarded him more highly, as not everyone has the courage to stand up at this time.
Moreover, her father hadn’t expressed support for Prince Rong previously.
And he, as a prince, having some humanity is indeed rare.
Of course, it’s also possible he deliberately calculated against her.
Chu Ziluo is not someone overly suspicious; she’s willing to bet that Li Chongjin is trustworthy.
"Prince, then I entrust you to continue conveying messages to me afterward."
"There are two matters I need to remind you of. The first is that, whether for peace or war, before my father wakes up, someone will surely covet the control of the Cavalry Battalion, which concerns the war in the Northern Region,"