Chu Pu rushed back to Yongding City without stopping a month later.
In the meeting hall of the capital, she stated the treaty signed by both parties and her decision in front of all senior officials. There was an uproar in the hall for a while. No one expected that the Privy Council House, which had lasted for hundreds of years, would collapse after the collapse of the court hall.
"Master Yuheng, please think twice!"
"We surrendered like this. Have you ever thought about what would happen to us and what would happen to the people of Xu State?"
"Why think twice? I think she was simply bewitched by Qi Guo!"
"I said at that time that Yuhengshi cannot be succeeded by such a young boy!"
There were various voices in the lobby, many of which were direct attacks on Chu Pu himself.
On the contrary, several older Seven-Star Envoys remained silent.
"Qi Guo and I have reached an agreement not to hold you responsible for the war afterwards. I am the only one who needs to be held responsible for this." Faced with the doubt, Chu Pu did not take it seriously at all, "As for the people, you really have Have you ever taken it to heart? At least you don’t have to worry about food and clothing in the Privy Council Palace, and you don’t have to worry about being wiped out by bandits! Have you ever walked out of Yongding City and looked at the towns and countryside outside? There are even many The local people need to rely on the relief food from the Apocalypse Army to survive! Ending this war is the right choice for them!"
"This matter does not need to be discussed further. I have issued a letter of surrender to the commander of the Tianqi Army. After three days, the war will officially cease and Yongding City will be handed over to the other party. Anyone who disagrees can stand up now. Since you want to continue fighting , I can immediately throw you to the front line of Plum Blossom Town and Yinjiang, and compete with the Apocalypse Army!"
Everyone immediately shut up.
As an envoy of Yuheng, Chu Pu was still capable even though his prestige was lacking. Now, no matter whether it is Yuyi or Qingjian, few can guarantee that they can beat this young girl, and in the Privy Council, ability is the greatest qualification. Once the other side takes serious action, the opponents may actually be tied to the front line.
Everyone knows that there will be no danger of life in a few arguments within the Privy Council, but fighting against the Apocalypse Army is hard to say.
"After the Privy Council House comes to an end, you don't have to worry about your former ideals being wiped out - although I don't know how many of you still take it to heart." Chu Pu looked around at everyone, "The biggest gain from my trip to Qiguo this time is I understand that there are people who are ahead of us in all aspects. They have not only achieved many of the goals previously set by the Privy Council, but also greatly exceeded some of them. Therefore, colleagues who want to use alchemy to benefit the world can continue to strive for this goal, but it is just It’s just a change of place.”
"Change...a place?"
"Yes, since there will always be a force that will unify the six countries and restore the glory of the alchemists again, then it can only be said that it is a bit regretful that the leader is not the Privy Council, and it is not something that needs to be buried with them. The Privy Council is gone, but you are still the same Even though he is an alchemist, he can still play a role in his new position.”
"In addition, I hope everyone understands that what you can't get in a war cannot be expected to be obtained in negotiations. We really can't win this war, so giving up here is the wisest choice." Chu Pu lowered his head at this point. , bowed to everyone, "Finally, thank you for your support to the Privy Council."
After speaking, she turned and left the conference hall in full view of everyone.
Not long after returning to his main hall, a guard reported, "Your Excellency, the Envoy of Heavenly Power, wishes to see you."
Chu Pu nodded, "Invite him in."
Soon, Tian Quan's messenger Gao Sach walked into the hall and bowed his hand to her.
"Master Gao, are you here to persuade me?"
"No, I'm here to say goodbye to you." Goldman Sachs took off the official hat on his head, "In fact, I support any decision you make - if you are determined to fight to the end, I will stick to Yongding City until the end; if you choose to surrender, I will accept it gladly. It’s just that I am old and can no longer continue to fight on the front line of the new era like the younger generation - that is more suitable for you."
Chu Pu couldn't help but be a little silent, although she knew that this was something that would happen sooner or later when the Privy Council was disbanded. "Actually... you should be the one leading the Privy Council."
Since the war with Qi Guo, the Seven Star Envoys have changed several positions, and their strength has long been reduced. Even a strong man like Kaiyang Envoy Luo Yunzheng, because he died on Yama Island, could not even recover his inheritance, so the next Kaiyang Envoy could only replace other immortal arts to inherit. It can be said that things have changed.
Goldman Sachs was not only one of the few surviving Seven-Star Envoys, but also the Tianquan Envoy was second only to the Yuheng Envoy in terms of speaking power. Therefore, after the Yuheng Envoy was killed, there were many voices supporting Goldman in the Privy Council. But he insisted on holding an inheritance ceremony for Chu Pu at that time, and pushed the new Yuheng envoy to the chief position.
"Do you want to know why I chose you?" Goldman Sachs suddenly said.
"I don't know." This is also a question that has always puzzled Chu Pu.
"Because I'm scared."
Yuheng was stunned.
Fear? This is definitely not a word that should be associated with an angel. He faced fierce attacks from the Apocalypse Army many times on the battlefield, and led his troops to repel an attack by the Xuanwu Army led by Ning Wanjun. He was one of the very few who could win back a city from the enemy.
"I'm afraid that the responsibility for the destruction of the Privy Council House will fall on me, so I put you on the throne." He smiled bitterly, "Whether the Privy Council House rises or falls, it is destined to be written down in history. I don't want to become a footnote of failure. . In fact, I was actually relieved when you announced your decision to disband."
This was the first time Chu Pu heard this statement.
"At that time... did you think that the Privy Council was bound to lose?"
"To be honest, it would have been earlier." Goldman Sachs shook his head, "When Gong Shuwang died in Shangyuan City, I was shocked to realize that this was not an ordinary war. It was completely different from the past eradication of the court and the royal army. When it comes to intelligence and shrewdness, few people can compare to the old lady of the public loser. It was my mistake not to pay attention to her attitude towards Jin Xia at that time."
"So... that's it." Chu Pu murmured, "Then what are your plans for the future?"
"Of course, like all officials who serve, they will live in seclusion in the mountains and forests and spend the rest of their lives." The envoy of Tianquan handed over his hand again, "Although you are young, you are more suitable to lead the Seven Stars than most alchemists. I finally saw the right person this time. "
Chu Pu did not stay.
Leaving may not be a bad choice.
"By the way, I must remind you." When he reached the door, Goldman Sachs suddenly stopped. "Although everyone knows that there is no hope of victory, this does not mean that they will agree to end the war, especially those who have profited greatly from the war. People. If the war continues for one more day, they will be able to reap more benefits. You have to be careful, these people will never give up easily."
"Thank you." Chu Pu responded calmly.
Seeing her being so indifferent, the Heavenly Power Envoy stopped talking and walked out of the hall.