Bai Qige still remembered that the ninth day of July was Yi Chenjing's birthday. In previous years, it was Concubine Jing and Su Yan, and Su Rao remembered to celebrate. But this year, he probably had to spend it alone.
The information that has been obtained now is not optimistic. It is known that Yi Chenxuan is in the Yaojun army. It can basically be concluded that a series of incidents are related to him. With the life and death of Emperor Yaoyao uncertain and no one in the palace can reveal the truth, Yi Chenxuan Jing must be restrained everywhere; what's worse is that now the officers and soldiers of the Yaojun no longer trust the legendary prince general. Instead, they regard him as a stubborn and confused prince. They even gather people to make trouble and insist on forcing him to step down.
When standing on the city wall and looking at Yaojun, Bai Qige can't help but think about what he is doing now.
The smell of war was getting stronger and stronger. Bai Qige, who couldn't sleep at night, walked around the palace alone. When she arrived at Bai Jingfu's room, she unexpectedly heard Bai Haocheng's voice.
"There is not much food and grass left in the city. We have no contact with the Eagle. We can last at least another half month at this rate."
"I have a lot of people who have conflicts with the soldiers guarding the city. Is it because they want to leave the city?" The slightly louder voice belonged to Bai Jingfu. There was a hint of worry. "I know a little about two of the four veterans of the distant army. Those two were both people who would do anything to win. Don't let them issue a notice to the people in the city. They said that those who surrendered could leave the city safely, and the distant army would not make any rash moves. If any people did go out, they might not be alive again. return."
Bai Jingfu has been on the battlefield for decades. In terms of seniority, he can be regarded as the oldest among the Zhongzhou veterans. Speaking of who has what personality, his methods are naturally reliable. Bai Qige roughly understood the situation reflected in the conversation between the Bai family and his son. He was already upset. My mood became even more miserable.
"What Yi Chenxuan is best at is creating rumors and manipulating people's hearts. This is nothing more than hoping to loosen people's hearts and shake the people who originally supported us. In the end, the Bai family will be isolated and helpless." His father and brother looked at him in surprise. Pushing the door open and walking in, Bai Qige calmed down her impetuous mood and said seriously, "I guess Yi Chenxuan probably thought that we would unite with the Anling Kingdom, so he cut off the communication. Today's Liang Shi is truly a lonely city that is difficult for birds to cross. "
Bai Haocheng and Bai Jingfu looked at each other and fell into silence.
"The situation is indeed not good. Not only is it a problem to stick to it, but it is also difficult to grasp the people's hearts now." For a long time, Bai Haocheng took a deep breath and walked to Bai Qige. "People's hearts are different. We can't force those people who don't want to stay in the city. Only I hope not too many people take refuge. As for the siege of the city by the distant army... Dad and I will think of a solution. You don't have to worry."
Even if you want to worry too much, you have to be at ease. Bai Qige smiled tastelessly. She didn't even ask Bai Haocheng if he had any ideas. He walked back to his room without saying a word.
Bai Jingfu looked at his daughter's leaving figure and sighed deeply: "It's hard for this girl."
"It was originally something that had nothing to do with her, but in the end it was all her responsibility..."
"Haocheng. You should come out. We are at the end of our rope." Bai Jingfu's tone was full of reluctance. However, the famous veteran in Zhongzhou had to face the cruel facts. His eyes were bitter.
Bai Haocheng was slightly absent-minded. His slightly distracted eyes didn't know where to look. It wasn't until Bai Jingfu called him two or three times that he responded. His smile was forced and stiff: "Tomorrow I will go to the city and walk around a few times. I can persuade him. If you can persuade them, try to persuade them. If you can't persuade them, tell them how to deal with danger. And the soldiers guarding the city. If they don't give up, the banner of the Bai family and the Zhao Kingdom will not fall. There will always be a way. Even if I can't guard Liang Shi, I will let Qi Ge escape safely."
The meaning of these words always seemed a bit strange. Bai Jingfu went to his son in confusion. Nothing could be read on his gentle and stoic face, let alone his thoughts.
"It's just casual talk. Don't worry about it, dad." Realizing that Bai Jingfu was with him, Bai Haocheng shook his head. He took the helmet and put it on, then strode out the door. "I'm going to the city. Dad should rest early."
Although he was a little worried about Bai Haocheng's condition, Bai Jingfu still allowed him to leave alone. In the heart of the gray-haired veteran, all his son's decisions were correct and there would never be any mistakes. Just like what Bai Haocheng has established over the years. Countless heroes have made the same contribution. This time, he will still be famous throughout the ages as an unparalleled genius general.
Parents' trust in their children is always on the good side. Even Bai Jingfu is not exempt from this. And those bad thoughts are often suppressed in their hearts and refuse to come out.
Bai Haocheng, who was walking alone, went to inspect the city wall. Then he left the capital on the pretext of going out for exploration. He walked all the way to the most remote swamp. After walking for about half an hour, a figure appeared in front of him.
"General Bai is punctual and trustworthy. Not only did he come alone as promised, but he was also two quarters of an hour early. He really has the style of a general."
The insincere praise obviously did not please Bai Haocheng. He jumped off the horse with a sullen face. The long sword came out so fast that it was difficult to see clearly with the naked eye. It was placed heavily on the neck of the man opposite.
"Zhaoguo and Qige have no grievances against you. Why do you insist on pressing forward step by step? Even if you don't take Zhaoguo seriously, what about the soldiers of your distant country? Those who died in vain because of unintentional battles. You deserve it. Are they? Compared with His Royal Highness, you are not worthy of being a prince at all."
A gap appeared in the dense clouds. Under the clear moonlight, a smile hung on the face that was half handsome and half feminine. It was cold and without warmth: "It's not worthy or unworthy. It's a natural blood. It can only be like this whether you like it or not. Even if I don't want it, my identity as the fifth prince of Dayao will still follow me for the rest of my life. Oh, no, I should say half a lifetime. Who knows what will happen after that." Yi Chenxuan pushed away the sword around his neck leisurely and struck. Snapping his fingers, there was a rustling sound in the surrounding grass. It was obvious that someone was hiding in it.
Bai Haocheng didn't know much about Yi Chenxuan. He drew his sword just to test it out. When he saw someone ambushing around him, he sheathed the sword. The expression on his face was still so cold: "Right now, Yaoguo and Zhaoguo are at war. The prince has invited me. It's against the norm to come here. Could it be that you want to take advantage of the large number of people to kill me? Liang Shi has my father in charge in the city. It would be the same even without me. I'm afraid I will disappoint the fifth prince."
"General Bai is invincible. What can these rotten fish and shrimps do to you? They are just here to reassure me." Yi Chenxuan laughed twice and clapped his hands. The thin sound in the grass suddenly stopped. He put his hands behind his back. With his back to Bai Haocheng, Yi Chenxuan said with a nonchalant attitude: "The purpose of General Bai's coming here is mentioned in the letter. Whether the two armies are going to war or the people are in dire straits. Isn't it all because of General Bai's precious sister Bai Qige? Bai The general wants to protect her, and the father wants to kill her. The result of the two contradictions is that the capital of Zhao Kingdom is besieged, water and food are cut off, and it is isolated and helpless. Now I have a clever plan to save Zhao Kingdom from fire and water. I can also give Bai Qige a chance. Clear away the charges and return to Dayao. Only General Bai is willing to accept it."
Bai Qige didn't tell Bai Haocheng everything about Yi Chenxuan's conspiracy. But her words and expressions showed how deeply she feared Yi Chenxuan. However, facing conditions that seemed like temptation, Bai Haocheng hesitated but did not dare. Accept it easily. Just keep looking at Yi Chenxuan with suspicion.
"General Bai, don't you believe it? In fact, if you think about it carefully, you can understand. I have no reason to harm Bai Qige. What I did to her was all because of Lao Qi. General Bai should know what I mean." See you. Bai Haocheng did not refuse immediately. Yi Chenxuan pretended to be helpless and sighed.
"His Royal Highness the Crown Prince has won the hearts of the people. Succession to the throne is a matter of time. What's the point of you brothers fighting?" As expected, Bai Haocheng followed Yi Chenxuan's misleading and thought about it. His tone became calmer and his brows were furrowed. "Back then. The prince had dissent when he was still a prince. He believed that His Royal Highness the Crown Prince married Qi Ge in order to gain the power of the Bai family. Now that Qi Ge has left Zhao Kingdom and parted ways with His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, why bother continues the persecution? I don’t care what happens to the Yao Kingdom. The kindness between you princes and brothers is Gratitude and resentment have nothing to do with me. I just want Qi Ge to be safe."
A light smile spread across his lips. His meaningful gaze was almost bewitching: "General Bai, please be patient. Isn't this king just here to discuss a solution? In fact, my father has already planned to withdraw his troops. But..."
"It's just what." Bai Haocheng blurted out and asked. Without waiting for Yi Chenxuan's answer, he immediately interrupted the confusion. His eyes were wary. "Wait. This is what Emperor Yao really meant. No matter what the prince said, it was all empty talk. Bai I really can’t believe it.”
Bai Qige suffered a lot in various battles in the Royal Palace of Yao Kingdom. She was deeply wary of the cunning and insidious Yi Chenxuan. Although Bai Haocheng had not had close contact with him, he had heard a little about him. Yi Chenxuan suddenly came forward under the banner of Yaohuang. Come for an interview. Its credibility is doubtful.
Yi Chenxuan had expected to be suspected. Based on his understanding of Bai Qige, Yi Chenxuan was 70% sure that she would conceal some of her speculations about Yaohuang in order to prevent her family from worrying. So she had prepared a rebuttal: "I have received your father's decree so far. How dare you make up nonsense. Besides, I am in front of General Bai. I can't influence the situation in the palace at all. It is obviously nonsense to threaten my father." Bai Haocheng was still dubious. Yi Chen Xuan sighed and shook his head. He took out a roll of imperial edict from his sleeve and handed it to Bai Haocheng. "Originally, the imperial edict cannot be handed over to outsiders. Since General Bai has doubts, I can only make an exception. This is written by my father. The handwritten order is sealed with a jade seal. General Bai should believe it."
After careful inspection, the handwriting of the imperial edict was indeed the same as before. In addition, he could not figure out the reason for Yi Chenxuan's fraud. Bai Haocheng's suspicion gradually dissipated. He handed back the imperial edict. Only fatigue remained on his complex expression.
"This dispute is simply an unintentional war. It would be best to end it as soon as possible. Neither the officers and soldiers of the Yao Army nor the people of Zhao State will be harmed anymore."
Yi Chenxuan nodded: "My father meant the same thing. That's why I asked you to come forward to meet with General Bai. At this stage, the distant army lost many elite soldiers and generals. My father was heartbroken and couldn't help but regret the hasty decision made earlier. It's just..." General Bai should also understand that my father is the king of a country. If he sends troops to fight but returns without success, it is really difficult to explain to the people of the distant country..."
Yi Chenxuan spoke half-heartedly, but it did not prevent Bai Haocheng from understanding.
How could Yaohuang, who was self-willed and extremely proud of himself, be willing to lose? The Yaojun army suffered thousands of casualties but the Zhao Kingdom's skin was not damaged. If word spread, it would undoubtedly be a stain on Yaohuang's political performance. He continued to fight openly and secretly, but secretly sent people to interview him. I just want to find a step to walk down. Now there is only one thing to consider. That is how to build this step.
There was no need for Bai Haocheng to ask. Yi Chenxuan had already stepped forward and leaned into his ear, detailing the "thoughtful" plan.