The atmosphere in the Jin Kingdom Palace was extremely tense. Wanyan Sheng, the emperor of the Jin Kingdom, sat on the dragon throne, his eyes darkly scanning his highness and ministers. A debate about the Song Dynasty is raging. "The Song Dynasty's national power is getting stronger day by day, and the prosperity of maritime trade has made their wealth surge." An old minister said with a trembling voice, "We must take action, otherwise we will suffer in the future!" Wanyan Sheng frowned, his heart full of contradictions. He knew that what the veteran said was true, but war was no child's play. Once it broke out, the consequences would be disastrous. At this moment, Wanyan Zongyi stood up. He is tall, handsome, and has a heroic spirit between his brows. "Father, I think we should maintain friendly relations with the Song Dynasty." His voice was firm and powerful. "War will only bring disaster and destruction. We should cherish the time of peace." Wanyan Sheng looked at his son in front of him and felt relieved. He knew that Wanyan Zongyi had always advocated peace, but at this time there were also different voices in the DPRK. Wanyan Zonghan, an important minister of the Jin Kingdom, stood up at this time. "Your Majesty, His Highness Wanyan Zongyi is too young and does not understand national affairs." Wanyan Zonghan said coldly, "The rise of the Song Dynasty has threatened our status. We must take action to defend the dignity of the Jin Kingdom!" His voice was full of murderous intent and determination, sending a chill down the spine of everyone present. Wanyan Sheng took a deep breath and tried to calm down his emotions. He knew the debate was far from over. At the same time, in the distant capital of the Song Dynasty, a storm was brewing. Zhao Yingluo stood in front of the palace window, looking at the dark clouded sky, her heart full of worry. As the princess and supervisor of the Song Dynasty, she shouldered the important task of supporting the young emperor Zhao Min in handling government affairs. She knew that the prosperity of the Song Dynasty was hard-won, and she also knew that the threat of the Jin Kingdom could not be ignored. "Your Highness, the debate between the government and the opposition in the Kingdom of Jin is getting more and more intense." A minister walked up to her and whispered, "We must be prepared, just in case."
Zhao Yingluo nodded, her eyes firm and resolute. "Send the order, strengthen the border defense, and pay close attention to the movements of the Kingdom of Jin." Although her voice was soft, it was full of power and majesty, "We want the Kingdom of Jin to know that the Song Dynasty is not a lamb to be slaughtered!" Under the minister's orders, the entire capital of the Song Dynasty began to get busy nervously. Soldiers have stepped up their training, craftsmen have stepped up their efforts to make weapons and armor, and people have also spontaneously organized themselves to contribute to the country's security. Wanyan Sheng, Wanyan Zongyi and others who were far away in the Kingdom of Jin also learned about the movements of the Song Dynasty. They knew that Zhao Yingluo was not an ordinary person, and they also knew that Song Dynasty’s strength should not be underestimated. This debate about the Song Dynasty has therefore become more intense and complicated. Zhao Yingluo was sitting in the royal study, her brows furrowed as she read the information in her hands. She had expected the news that the Jin Kingdom had begun to prepare for war, but she did not expect that the Jin Kingdom would reveal its ambition to continue to suppress the Song Dynasty so early. "Your Highness, the Kingdom of Jin obviously has bad intentions in this move." A close minister said worriedly, "We must take measures to deal with it." Zhao Yingluo nodded, a trace of determination flashed in her eyes. "Send the order to Yue Fei who is stationed in Xingzhou to be on guard." She said in a deep voice, "At the same time, inform the generals everywhere to pay close attention to the movements of the Jin Kingdom and be ready for war at any time." Yue Fei, a loyal general of the Song Dynasty, did not hesitate at all after receiving the order and immediately began to strengthen Xingzhou's defenses. He knew that the threat from the Kingdom of Jin could not be ignored, and he also knew that he had a heavy responsibility. In Xingzhou City, soldiers worked day and night to reinforce the city walls and build fortresses, creating a busy scene. Yue Fei personally inspected the city wall and inspected every defensive facility to ensure nothing went wrong. At the same time, Zhao Yingluo was not idle either. She convened a group of knowledgeable people and important officials in the DPRK to discuss response strategies. She knew that the threat from the Jin Kingdom was not only military, but was more likely to hit the Song Dynasty in political, economic and other aspects. Therefore, she must be fully prepared. Just as Zhao Yingluo was preparing intensively for war, the Jin Dynasty's ruling and opposition parties fell into unprecedented turmoil. Wanyan Sheng's decision to reorganize the army and prepare for war caused huge controversy between the DPRK and China, and the struggle between the two factions, Wanyan Zongyi and Wanyan Zonghan, also intensified. Wanyan Zongyi insisted that war was not the best way to solve problems, and he advocated resolving conflicts through diplomatic means. However, Wanyan Zonghan insisted on going his own way and advocated war. He believed that only through force could the Song Dynasty be completely defeated and the dignity and status of the Jin Kingdom be maintained. The struggle between the two factions caused turmoil in the ruling and opposition parties of the Jin Kingdom, and Wanyan Sheng also fell into deep distress. He knew that his decision was related to the future and destiny of the Kingdom of Jin, but he was unable to make a decision. This turmoil and unrest also spread to the Jin army. The soldiers began to feel panic, not knowing what fate they would face in the future. Some knowledgeable people have also begun to worry. They believe that the future of the Kingdom of Jin is full of uncertainties and risks. Wanyan Zonghan stood outside the palace of the Kingdom of Jin, staring into the distance with gloomy eyes. He was extremely dissatisfied with Wanyan Sheng's hesitation towards the Song Dynasty, and this dissatisfaction gradually brewed into a storm in his heart. "Wanyan Sheng is old, and he is no longer suitable to lead the Kingdom of Jin." A minister who advocated being tough on the Song Dynasty whispered to Wanyan Zonghan, "Your Highness, you should stand up and lead the Kingdom of Jin to glory." Wanyan Zonghan said nothing, but his eyes revealed a hint of ambition and desire. He knew that his strength and reputation held a very high position in the court, and he also longed to become the emperor of the Jin Kingdom and lead the Jin Kingdom to a more glorious future. This desire gradually took root in Wanyan Zonghan's heart, and he began to secretly plan a coup. He communicated frequently with some ministers who advocated being tough on the Song Dynasty, and jointly discussed the plan to abolish Wanyan Sheng. However, they did not realize that their conspiracy had been discovered by Wanyan Sheng, Wanyan Zongyi and others. Although Wanyan Sheng was wary of Wanyan Zonghan's ambition, he was an emperor with rich political experience after all, and he soon discovered the unusual behavior of Wanyan Zonghan and others.
"Wanyan Zonghan wants to depose me and become the emperor himself?" Wanyan Sheng sneered, "Does he really think that I can do whatever he wants when I am old?" Wanyan Zongyi also learned the news, and his heart was filled with worry and anger. He knew Wanyan Zonghan's ambition and strength, and he also knew what kind of disaster this coup would bring to the Kingdom of Jin once it broke out. "Father, we must take action to stop Wanyan Zonghan's conspiracy." Wanyan Zongyi said firmly, "We cannot let the Kingdom of Jin fall into civil strife and turmoil." Wanyan Sheng nodded, a trace of determination flashed in his eyes. "Send the order to strengthen the defense of the palace, and at the same time closely monitor the movements of Wanyan Zonghan and others." He said in a deep voice, "Once any abnormal behavior is discovered, kill immediately!" An invisible storm is quietly brewing in the Jin Dynasty, both inside and outside the country. Although the conspiracy of Wanyan Zonghan and others was noticed by Wanyan Sheng, Wanyan Zongyi and others, neither party acted rashly, but secretly competed.