Chapter 154: The Battle for Loyalty

Chapter 154: The Battle for Loyalty

Despite Lin Yuer's bold move, not all is won. Zhao, feeling cornered, escalates his efforts. He stages an ambush in the mountains, drawing out the loyal forces who had been tasked with maintaining order in the countryside. The first skirmishes are bloody, and the stakes grow higher as the conflict intensifies.

Lin Yuer knows that the fight for the future of the empire is not just about armies and politics—it is about loyalty. She begins a personal campaign to win back those who have fallen under Zhao's spell. Through strategic marriages, offers of land, and even personal appeals, Lin Yuer works tirelessly to weaken the resolve of her enemies.

But even as the war for loyalty rages on, Lin Yuer remains ever aware of the fragility of the peace she has built. The game is far from over, and she must navigate the treacherous waters of power with caution.

Her empire will either rise or fall on the choices she makes in these trying times.