Xiao Yu frowned. "The late Emperor did indeed have an agreement with the King of Xiliang, but that was back when Xiliang first offered its submission. Later, Xiliang repeatedly violated our borders, which naturally rendered the marriage contract null and void.
"Now that Beidi has been defeated, the strength of our Dongdu Dynasty has grown significantly. Something must have happened within Xiliang, and they are likely using this marriage contract as a gesture of goodwill. For the Empress Dowager to bring up old matters at a time like this, there must be a hidden motive."
"Does the Empress Dowager have any connections with Beidi?"
Chapter 39