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Xiao Hen listened intently, without any rush to express his own opinions. Princess Xinyang was teaching him how to find his place and make a living among the six nations, like an experienced Hai Dongqing patiently guiding her eaglet.
He would humbly learn and accept.
Princess Xinyang said indifferently, "I originally planned to lead troops to annihilate them, but then I thought about it and realized that the cost would be too great. The life of every military officer is precious."
Xiao Hen asked, "It was after seeing Jiaojiao that you changed your mind, wasn't it?"
Princess Xinyang looked at him with a dark face, thinking, Can't you go a day without undermining your mother, or do you have to be covered in thorns?
Xiao Hen smiled and said, "I also think that subduing the enemy without fighting is the best strategy."