The imperial court and Yu State had completely fallen out with each other. Moreover, in this tearful struggle, the obvious winner was undoubtedly Mu Houchu. The public opinion had already been set up and was waiting for Mu Houchu to return to Yu State. Once he did, Yu State would no longer be part of Da Qian!
It wouldn't be too surprising if Mu Houchu declared himself king, and it was even highly likely that he would wage war against the imperial court in a bid to usurp the throne!
Just thinking about this made the Emperor shudder, his gaze becoming colder and more ruthless. No matter what, he could not allow this to happen!
The only chance of turning the tables now rested entirely on Song Yalin. This was his only chance to turn the situation around, and he had to seize it. So, the Emperor couldn't afford to be even the slightest bit negligent and, naturally, he had to meet Song Yalin personally.