Indeed, if Ye Feng intentionally spread the rumor of supporting the Southern Territory, he was playing a strategic move, equivalent to killing two birds with one stone. On one hand, his side could achieve the goal of getting the Great General in the imperial city to send support without dispatching their own troops; on the other hand, it also took into account Zhang Wenyuan's dignity. Moreover, Ye Feng would then be free to deal with the chaotic situation in the Western Territory.
After some thought, Xiao Chuanqi asked, "Your Majesty, the Western Territory has basically fallen into chaos by now. I'd like to know what your plans are for this military expedition and how you intend to handle it!"
