Does Chen Qing... really have such clout?
To be honest, even the Princess Royale was stunned. Duke of Wei could publicly defy the Imperial Court, commanding a deployment of five hundred thousand northern bloodline troops, owning both cities and the largest horse ranch—strong in both troops and horses, he is a force that has compelled the Imperial Court to cooperate with the northern Ancient Desolate Country.
When did Chen Qing get in touch with him?
The Princess Royale's brow furrowed as she suddenly remembered that Chen Qing once negotiated with her to control the grain route from the West Sea, which he claimed some sea merchants used to travel north for business. Could it be that same route he used to connect with the Duke of Wei?
But on what basis?
What could he offer to the Duke of Wei?
"Could it be grain?" Elder Shen inquired, frowning.
The Princess Royale was taken aback upon hearing that: "He still has grain?"
