Xue Ling's expression turned solemn as she replied, "General Huo has allied with three prominent families from outside the border. His army has already crossed the Fen River, and I suppose in just over half a month, they'll reach the Capital. News of the Yan Crown Prince's assassination in the Capital is spreading rapidly to Yan Country. The Emperor cannot trace it back to you, nor produce the culprit to explain to the Yan Royal Family. At this moment, he can only grit his teeth and fortify the northern border. Most of the country's military forces have already been dispatched to the northern border, so I imagine General Huo's southward march will proceed smoothly."
Lu Ying nodded slightly.
He lowered his gaze, running his fingertip over the map, tracing the northwestern region.
Half a month…
It's coming soon.
...
Ever since Lu Ying was deposed, court discussions about establishing a new Crown Prince have grown increasingly fervent.
