Chapter 294: Pacify Him
Just at that moment, the Emperor himself arrived.
"Do you all truly wish to return to Beilan City? I’ve treated you kindly and fairly, so why do you dismiss me from your considerations?" the Emperor waved his large hand, "In this case, you can’t blame me for what happens next!"
The Imperial Army stepped forward, their long spears pointing at everyone from Prince Zhenbei Mansion.
Lai Taihong stepped out of the horse carriage and bowed respectfully, "Emperor, your statement is unjust!"
"Beilan City cannot be left without a commander. I’ve been in the capital for many days with my children and grandchildren. Furthermore, you, Emperor, have yet to consent to Yan’er’s marriage; thus, we have no choice but to return."
"Moreover, I have already presented a petition before you, Emperor. If you proceed like this, willing to meet in battle, I fear it will chill the hearts of those at Prince Zhenbei Mansion, and seeing this, the common people will also lose heart!"
The Emperor let out a cold snort and, with another gesture of his hand, the Imperial Army advanced two more steps.
In a secluded corner, a number of bold citizens were watching, shaking their heads.
They were used to seeing the Emperor as dignified and martial, but today he was particularly aggressive.
To the people, it made sense for Prince Zhenbei Mansion to return to Beilan City since it was their home, but the Emperor was confronting the mansion’s personal guards with such a large force from the Imperial Army—a victory without honor, indeed!