Bai Jingfu and Bai Haocheng, father and son, have dominated the Zhao army for more than 40 years. Almost all the soldiers became members of the Zhao Kingdom Iron Army under their training. Their prestige is unmatched. Even if King Zhao Min personally ordered it, they would dare to go to the Iron Army.
Still not a single person from the Bai family has been touched.
"What are you looking at? Why don't you let me escort you? Do you want to follow in the rebellion?!" Seeing that the Qin King's army he had brought with him was hesitant to move, King Zhao Min's face darkened, he raised his riding whip and headed towards him
Move away from the nearest soldier.
"As a king, you can only wield a whip and inflict violent punishments. Even if you sit on the throne, you will not gain the support of the people." A faint female voice came, and King Zhaomin's raised arm froze, and he raised his head and looked in the direction of the gate of Baifu.
The woman standing in front of the door was dressed as white as snow. Her long black hair was draped loosely on her shoulders, only the ends were tied up randomly. Her seemingly simple clothes looked elegant and graceful. There was a scar on her face, but her ugliness was completely hidden.
Tiancheng's arrogance concealed him, his facial features were three-thirds of Bai Haocheng's, and his aura was even more similar to Bai Haocheng's.
Bai Qige's appearance caused a complete silence. Everyone's eyes were focused on the slightly thin body. Even the angry King Zhao Min forgot to speak for a moment.
"I have not secretly colluded with the Anling Kingdom, and I have never turned against the Yao Kingdom. Everything was done deliberately by someone. The emperor is unwilling to listen to my explanation for some unknown reason. Does the king want to do the same? Although the Zhao Kingdom is
The country of Yao is a vassal state, but the people of Zhao are still the king’s subjects. If the king is unwilling to clear up the grievances of his subjects, how can he win the trust and support of the people?”
The clear question went straight to the bottom of everyone's heart. Some of King Qin's army turned their attention to King Zhaomin, with confusion, desire and expectation in their eyes.
The country is ruined and the family is ruined. Why do they protect such a king who does not care about his subjects and people?
King Zhaomin, who was stared at by countless eyes, soon turned pale, cold sweat rolled down his face, and his hand holding the riding whip was shaking violently. In fact, before coming here, King Zhaomin was very worried about changes in the Bai family, and would
Knowing that the command of the three armies of the Zhao Kingdom is now in the hands of Bai Haocheng, and he is only a king in name only, if Bai Haocheng wants to rebel, he does not even have any personal guards to protect him. The previous time he summoned Bai Jingfu into the palace was to test his secrets, because Bai Jingfu
His humble attitude was as before, so King Zhaomin decided that the Bai family did not dare to rebel and could not rebel. Otherwise, how could they dare to use this attitude to speak to the famous general in Zhongzhou tonight?
A dog relies on human power. What King Zhao Min relied on was Bai Jingfu's loyalty to Zhao State.
"Bai, Old General Bai, you should know the current situation in the Zhao Kingdom. We cannot afford to offend the Yao Kingdom! Besides, there is conclusive evidence that Bai Qige collaborated with the enemy and betrayed the country. Even if I say that she wronged His Majesty Yao Emperor, he won't believe it. In the end, he will be unlucky.
Isn't it still the Bai family and the people? Just listen to my advice and hand over Bai Qige. I promise that as long as she returns to the distant country to accept the crime, I will do my best to intercede for her. Is this good? "
King Zhaomin was shocked by Bai Qige's momentum, and his tone and attitude suddenly became much weaker. After much deliberation, he turned to Bai Jingfu, the loyal minister who was easiest to persuade.
Bai Jingfu was already wavering between loyalty and family affection. Hearing King Zhaomin's almost pleading tone, he became more and more conflicted. His intention to protect Bai Qige gradually wavered, and his searching eyes slowly moved towards Bai Qige. Bai Haocheng had no time to think about his father's decision.
Seeing that Bai Jingfu seemed to be planning to hand over Bai Qige, he immediately took two steps back and stood still, closely guarding Bai Qige behind him.
Seeing that his father had lost his mind and his brother was determined to fight to the end, Bai Haoyu remembered the promise he made to Bai Haocheng a few days ago to protect Bai Qige at all costs. A rush of blood rushed into his heart and he stepped forward with a cold snort: "Your Majesty said it simply,
Who can guarantee that my sister will come back intact after going to the distant country? Since the king has said that he is willing to intercede for his sister, then please go and explain to the distant emperor now. Just say that my sister is unjust and ask him to open his eyes carefully.
Look, don’t wrongly accuse good people!”
Bai Haoyu's tone was very aggressive, and there was no respect in his words. King Zhaomin took a breath, and his face became increasingly ugly: "You... what are you going to do?! I have already agreed to negotiate with you, and I still want to discuss it with you."
Are you not satisfied? His Majesty Yao Huang said that whoever is guilty is guilty, how can the common people question it? Well, since you are unjust, then don't blame me for being ruthless!" The fat body on the horse leaned back slightly, Zhao Min
The king took out a prepared edict from his arms and threw it in front of Bai Jingfu: "The Bai family has protected someone who violated the holy will. From now on, Bai Jingfu will be removed and all military titles in Baihao City will be demoted to civilians! Now you have no worries, right?"
Why don’t you arrest them yet!”
King Zhao Min thought that the soldiers were afraid of Bai Haocheng's status and did not dare to take action. As long as the order to revoke their military positions was issued, they would have no scruples. What he didn't expect was that even though he bluffed and shouted the so-called king's order, none of his soldiers moved at all.
Not to mention coming forward to arrest people.
After waiting for a long time, the stalemate between the two parties became almost ridiculous. Bai Haocheng and others stood quietly without any intention of resisting, while the soldiers remained motionless, their eyes wandering between King Zhaomin and the Bai family.
"Your Majesty, the Bai family has been loyal to the generals for generations and has no reason to betray. Please be open to justice and seek justice for Miss Bai!" It was not just someone who shouted first, and then this sentence became a slogan from more than a hundred people.
Qin Wangjun shouted out one after another, and the words "demand justice" echoed in the night sky, chaotic and loud.
Over the past few decades, Bai Jingfu and Bai Haocheng have trained countless elite soldiers and generals. In addition to teaching them the skills to kill the enemy in battle, they also taught them what loyalty and righteousness are, and they set an example to embody the two words of loyalty and righteousness to the fullest.
King Zhaomin has made no achievements since he came to the throne. After he became the king of the vassal state, he was even more servile and flattering.
Zhao Guo's sworn loyalty has gone all the way until now, and his heart has become cold no matter how warm he is.
The change of situation caught King Zhaomin unexpectedly. His heart tightened and his legs weakened. He fell off his horse and sat on the ground in a panic.
After all, he was the king of Zhao Kingdom. Bai Jingfu, who had been educated in loyalty since childhood, couldn't bear it. He stepped forward and stretched out his hand to help King Zhao Min up. He sighed and shook his head gently: "Your Majesty, Emperor Yao is arbitrarily condemning this crime without asking the facts.
It is really difficult to convince the public, so I apologize for not being able to obey the order. I am a subject of the Zhao Kingdom and a father. I firmly believe that my daughter will not do such traitorous things to seek glory. I want the general to give away his innocent flesh and blood.
Go and die... the general will not be able to do that. As for the military positions, the king can withdraw if he wants. The Bai family is no longer needed in the distant country."
The head of the family, Bai Jingfu, refused to hand over Bai Qige, and a large group of soldiers were shouting and begging for mercy. King Zhaomin did not dare to go against the public opinion no matter how much he was right. He thought blankly for a long time, then climbed back on the horse clumsily and embarrassedly, waved his hand, and spoke in a half-hearted tone.
He was fierce and half embarrassed: "Retreat the troops! Go back to the palace!"
Bai Jingfu watched King Zhao Min and King Qin's army leave. His tall but still old body stood in front of the gate of Bai Mansion and did not move for a long time.
"Dad, go back." Bai Haoyu called in a low voice. Seeing that his father was still motionless, he looked at Bai Haocheng with a worried expression.
Bai Haocheng hesitated for a moment, walked to Bai Jingfu and held his father's arm. Only then did he realize that Bai Jingfu was shaking slightly. He understood that this was not fear or fear, but an overthrow of the confusion caused by years of faith and loyalty.
As far as the general is concerned, all his life's efforts have been wiped out today.
"Qi Ge, help daddy back to the house." Bai Haocheng called Bai Qige calmly. The two of them supported Bai Jingfu, who was stiff, and walked back to the house. Mrs. Bai was supported by Bai Haoyu, followed by the silent servants. No need
Who ordered the servants to lock the door and go back to their respective places, but their faces showed a more serious and loyal expression than ever before, as if something great had changed that night.
The foreign imperial capital seemed calm but was even more chaotic. The palace, shrouded in confusion and darkness, was unusually deserted. On the contrary, Huanqing Palace, where few people walked around on weekdays, could not see any changes, except for two teacups on the ground in the center of the courtyard.
"Mrs. Su and Jin Zhaoyi in the East Palace are fine, but they are very stubborn. They lie on the bed and say that they will come again to beg. The prince did not see him. He heard that the ban was lifted but did not go to Ziyun Palace to explain. Maybe
I have given up on the emperor." The female officer whispered softly while squeezing the legs of the queen who was sitting on the couch. The queen had her eyes closed and showed no expression, and she didn't know what she was thinking in her heart.
Recalling the pale faces of Su Yan and Jin Zhaoyi when they knelt in front of the door until they fainted, the queen seemed a little moved. She opened her eyes and raised her fingers, then brought the ginseng tea to her lips: "How is the situation in Zhao Kingdom? King Min is content with the status quo.
If you are timid and fearful, you will definitely force the Bai family to hand over Bai Qige. Whether you sacrifice one person to protect the country or do your best to protect her will depend on the courage of Bai Jingfu and Bai Haocheng."
The queen guessed eight things that happened in Zhao Kingdom in just two words. There were probably very few things that she couldn't guess. The female officer thought for a while before replying: "I saw Lord Sima this morning and heard from Lord Sima that there was something wrong with King Min."
Come here, it seems that the Bai family refuses to hand over Princess Qi'an, and King Min is afraid of causing trouble and harming the people, so he is temporarily holding back his troops and is begging the emperor to send troops to conquer the Bai family."
"Ha, that sounds nice. He is afraid of causing trouble and bringing harm to the people? Isn't he just afraid of the military power of the three armies in the hands of Bai Haocheng and dare not provoke him?" The queen sneered and helped the female official sit up from the couch, "The Bai family is the mainstay of the Zhao Kingdom.
, his status is higher than that of King Min in the eyes of the people. If the Bai family refuses to hand over Bai Qige and King Min forces him to force him, the final result will be nothing more than a rebellion and the dethronement of him, the king of a country with no title. King Min is afraid
I was afraid of the Bai family, so I wanted to report to the emperor to ask for troops in secret. On the face of it, I had to be friendly with the Bai family. If I really waited for the emperor to send troops to help, then I would turn against him and deny him.
You are truly a loser."
The female officer's thoughts were far less profound than the queen's. As she listened, her expression of sudden realization was tinged with sympathy. She couldn't help but shake her head and sighed: "It's pitiful for the prince and princess Qi'an. They were such a good couple but they were torn apart. Maybe we will never see each other again in the future."
arrive."
The queen's movements suddenly stopped, an inexplicable color flashed in her eyes, and then she brushed her messy hair and looked out the window on a sunny day.
"Let me change my clothes. It's time to go see him."