Chapter 211: Only what the court denies can be believed
"Why would the imperial court take action against General Long?"
When Chu Qianqiu heard the news, he felt as if he had been struck by lightning.
If at first the imperial court wanted General Long to die, now it's the other way around. The imperial court may prefer that General Long is still alive, so that if the Shenwei Army rebels, they still have a chance to use this card.
"I can't believe the news either."
"So I personally went to Shangjing and found one of General Long's personal guards in Shangjing. He tried his best to spread the news, and then he confirmed the authenticity."
"Half a month ago, General Long said that he would attack the realm of heaven and humans and practice in seclusion."
"As a result, from that day on, the guards lost contact with General Long."
"Nothing like this has happened in thirty years."
"One of the guards risked his life and broke open the retreat, only to find the body of General Long."
Liu Dutong's face was as dark as water. Even with his many years of Buddhist practice, he could not suppress his grief.
"Now the imperial court is still concealing this matter. Lao Na has sent his personal guards to ask the imperial court about General Long's situation."
"but--"
"The imperial court will definitely deny it." Chu Qianqiu took a deep breath. Maybe General Long died many days ago, but from a ruling point of view, they will slowly release the news until it is safe.
Only then will it be announced.
"Yes, sometimes you can only believe something that the court denies." Liu Dutong said coldly.
"Does my adoptive father want me to go to Beijing to find out the truth about the general's death?"
Chu Qianqiu quickly realized his mission, otherwise his adoptive father would not summon other officers, but would ask his father-in-law to come to him.
"Yes, I need someone to go to Shangjing, this dragon's den, to investigate the ins and outs of the whole thing."
"We don't believe the imperial court's investigation or the imperial court's announcement, so we have to investigate on our own."
"In terms of martial arts, there may be a few generals in the Shenwei Army who can compare with you, but their ability to do things is not as good as yours."
"You can create something from scratch and take control of Baixiang Town. This kind of ability is far beyond what I was able to do back then."
"After much thought, you are the most suitable candidate, but-" Liu Dutong hesitated for a moment and said.
"Following my adoptive father's arrangement, I am willing to go to Beijing."
Chu Qianqiu agreed without hesitation.
As long as I don't encounter life and death difficulties, what can I do if I just go to Beijing?
What's more, there are a lot of treasures in Shangjing. Sooner or later, I will go there to search for them, but now it's just a little earlier.
One day earlier or one day later, it makes no difference to me who has a golden finger.
It's better to agree directly and get some benefits from the adoptive father.
"Qianqiu, there is no need to agree so quickly." Liu Dutong was slightly startled. How could he have known that his adopted son was so cunning and plotted against him.
He felt deeply touched and added:
"You have just gotten married, and I shouldn't let you go to Beijing to make a living."
"Servant, please tell Qianqiu about the situation."
My father-in-law, who had been silent all this time, had red eyes. I think the death of General Long was also a heavy blow to him.
His voice was almost choked, but he finally calmed down and explained:
"I, we still don't want to believe that General Long passed away. Maybe it was just a fake death, maybe it was just a misunderstanding."
"The Shenwei Army will begin to assemble, and there will be at least three months for repeated confirmation."
"As long as the imperial court is not stupid, it will definitely wait for a change and deny the death of General Long."
"Wang Xianggong is very experienced in doing things. He will not make such a mistake. He may even use a substitute to pretend to be General Long to appease people's hearts."
Indeed, the art of disguise in this world is extremely sophisticated.
If the imperial court could create a fake General Long, it would most likely suppress the Shenwei Army's imminent move.
Whether General Long is dead or alive, how should he use his prestige?
This will become a key node in the struggle between the imperial court and the Shenwei Army.
"Only when the imperial court goes this far, creates a fake General Long, and even denies his death, will we officially let you go to Beijing to investigate."
"So these days, in addition to being gentle, you and Xiaoxiao also want to take over the affairs of the Li camp."
"As long as you get the approval of the Li people and enter Beijing in the name of the commander-in-chief of the Li people's battalion, there is not much risk."
"The First Clan"
If the imperial court still had sense, it would never choose to fight on two fronts.
"Be prepared at any time." Huang Qianhu said extremely seriously. Now that Chu Qianqiu is strong enough, he should no longer be a child under their wings and should shoulder more responsibilities.
"Three months?"
"I see."
Chu Qianqiu nodded, indicating that he knew what to do.
"No, you don't understand yet." Huang Qianhu objected directly.
"If General Long is determined to have been harmed by the imperial court."
"We people must avenge General Long, even if we risk our lives."
"Xiao Xiao doesn't know martial arts, I can send her away, and the apprentices in the martial arts hall don't have to participate in the war."
"But you are now the commander-in-chief of the Shenwei Army and the Li camp."
Huang Qianhu hesitated to speak at this point. When he gritted his teeth and was about to speak clearly, he heard Chu Qianqiu speak.
"Uncle, I understand."
"There is a saying in the art of war: Those who have the same desire, both superior and inferior, will win."
"Soldiers need to know why they are fighting."
"If we are hiding in the rear, who are we to ask the soldiers to fight?"
Chu Qianqiu smiled and said, and even Liu Dutong was a little surprised at this time. This kind of truth seems simple, but not many people can really understand it.
Only such understanding people will be able to take charge of the Divine Power Army in the future.
"I was right. You are indeed the most suitable person for this task."
"When you come to Linghu City in a few days, I will help you improve your strength as soon as possible!"
"Thank you, foster father."
"No need to thank me, you just need to remember that you are a member of the Divine Power Army, that's enough."
You are a member of the Divine Power Army.
This is a mark that Chu Qianqiu cannot erase, and it is impossible for him to surrender to the imperial court.
Then let's fight.
He must upgrade to the ultimate innate realm, the realm of martial arts, as soon as possible in order to cope with the upcoming war.
Three days later, all the Shenwei Army were replaced with Haoxue.
They went to Beijing to inquire about General Long, and the world was shocked.
At the same time, the Dragon Emperor of Great Xia announced that he was mourning General Long, and the Great Xia military lowered their flags in mourning. Wei Wuji went to the meeting alone and went to Linghu City alone to conduct secret negotiations with Liu Dutong.
Almost all careerists in the world are watching.
"Is General Long dead or not?"
"Will the Divine Power Army and the imperial court go to war?"
At this time, the court announced that General Long was in good health.