"Your Majesty, Gao Chijian of Bianliang City, if we return for reinforcements now, we will definitely be able to attack from front to back with the Bianliang defenders and defeat the retreating Jin army."
"Okay, as soon as the army is called, we will set off immediately and send troops to Bianliang. The whole army will be temporarily commanded by you. Han Shizhong will be dismissed from the position of commander-in-chief of the Han Family Army, and Liu Qi will temporarily take over. The rest of the people will not be dealt with for the time being. Wait until the end of the Northern Expedition.
Let’s discuss.”
"I would like to thank Your Majesty for your kindness."
Liu Chan drew his horse forward and met the two northern military commanders. He didn't even dismount.
Nonsense, for the sake of the overall situation in the north, the emperor risked his own life and defeated 40,000 golden soldiers with 5,000 soldiers. But you told me that you gave up the overall situation in the north to save yourself.
This is really a pretty explosive operation.
No one had much objection to this. In fact, His Majesty was right this time. Even if Han Shizhong was killed, no one would feel anything wrong.
"Your Majesty, I have a man from the Imperial City Department here who said he was assigned by you to go to Bianliang to investigate the whereabouts of the jade seal." Seeing that Liu Chan was still angry, Yue Fei quickly changed the subject.
Liu Chan pulled the horse forward: "Yuxi? Let him come over."
Wang Gui transferred Huang Qi from the stationed army and looked at him with a smile, knowing that he had made a great contribution this time.
"I see your Majesty with the yellow flag of the Imperial City Secretary. Long live your Majesty. Long live your Majesty."
"Get up. I heard that you know the whereabouts of Yuxi?"
"Your Majesty, the jade seal is here. I have gone through many hardships and finally brought you this national jade seal." Huang Qi had tears in his eyes and held up a box high.
Upon hearing this, Liu Chan jumped down from his horse excitedly, opened the box, uncovered the yellow cloth, and took it out to see that it was indeed the national jade seal he had never seen before.
"If you receive orders from Heaven, you will live forever."
Those eight characters caused Liu Chan to burst out with strong desire, as if domination of the world was right in front of him.
"Okay, you did a good job, very good." Liu Chan had lost his ability to speak and kept praising the yellow flag.
"They are all serving His Majesty."
Liu Chan's excitement slowly calmed down: "You did a good job this time, safeguarding the dignity of the royal family and seizing the most precious treasure of the Song Dynasty. I will make you the Marquis of Guandong, hereditary, and you will retire with the country.
"
"I thank your Majesty for your kindness."
Marquised!
Huang Qi's whole body was trembling. Although he estimated that he would get a big reward, he never thought about being granted a title. No, even if he was granted a small title, he didn't dare to think about it.
Next to them, Han Shizhong and Yue Fei were also shocked. How could something happen to you, Your Majesty? Why was it so easy to become a knight in the blink of an eye?
Although Liu Qi had some estimates, he never expected that Liu Chan actually rewarded Huang Qi with a title. So what title could he get by resisting 50,000 gold soldiers and defending Luoyang?
On the contrary, Bei Weijun looked calm. Liu Chan had already told them about the title of marquis. As long as their military exploits were sufficient, the title of marquis was no longer a problem.
It's just that the 40,000 gold soldiers are not enough to carry the 5,000 Wei army points. It's a bit pitiful that each of them has little merit. Now they just want to rush to the northern frontline as soon as possible and gain more military exploits as soon as possible.
Your Majesty, you have to say that now is a once-in-a-century opportunity. It depends on whether you will be proud of your ancestors or remain unknown.
No, you guys are doing ink and stuff here, why don’t you leave quickly.
"Okay, bring all the food and grass, set off immediately, and get to Bianliang as soon as possible."
"yes."
"Also, Wang Gui." Liu Chan suddenly stopped Wang Gui, surprising everyone.
"I'm here."
"For the time being, you are responsible for all intelligence in the north. From today on, all information in the north must not be exposed. Announce to the world that Jin Wushu attacked Yan City and I died in a fierce battle."
Wang Gui understands what it means to be in charge of intelligence. After all, he is a shadow guard and is very familiar with these things. But what is the situation of announcing to the world that Your Majesty has passed away?
"What's the problem?"
"No!"
Even if you don't understand what Liu Chan means, being loyal to His Majesty is the most important thing for Shadow Guards.
Han Shizhong was thoughtful, but still couldn't figure out what Liu Chan wanted to do.
However, Liu Chan's words also made many people suspicious of Wang Gui's identity. After all, the person responsible for intelligence must be someone trusted by the emperor.
Then Wang Gui's identity is interesting.
Han Shizhong gave Yue Fei a look. Yue Fei understood, but felt it was nothing. Wang Gui was able to fight, and he didn't do anything to feel sorry for him.
Why do you need to know other people’s real situations?
Having someone from the emperor’s side may not necessarily be a bad thing!
The group set off from Yancheng again and headed for Bianliang.
This Northern Expedition was really repeated, with the army coming and going, and each road became familiar.
A few days later, Lin'an
When the imperial court finally received the news of Liu Chan's death, they were immediately hoarse and mournful. However, how much of it was truly sad and how much of it was secretly happy was unknown.
Qin Mansion
"Teacher, His Majesty has passed away, what should we do now? Should we recommend Zhao Yuan to succeed him, or..."
Qin Hui glanced at Wang Lun thoughtfully and said with a smile: "What do you think, will Zhao Yuan tolerate our existence after he takes office?"
Wang Lun shook his head: "I believe that Zhao Yuan is more determined than Your Majesty to take charge of the battle, and he hates us very much. If he really ascends to the throne, I'm afraid we will have to retreat into the mountains and forests."
"Where is Zhao Zhuo now?"
"We are almost to Lin'an, but we encountered several assassinations on the way, but none of them were successful. It may have been the prince."
"hehe."
Qin Hui sneered: "It seems that the prince has finally lost his temper. Well, the more it gets to this time, the more beneficial it is to us."
"Teacher, do you really plan to let Zhao Zhuo succeed?"
"Otherwise, it's not like you don't know that Yue Fei was kicked out of Lin'an because of Zhao Yuan's affairs. If Zhao Yuan is really allowed to succeed, what good life will there be for you and me?"
"I'm more worried about Zhao Zhuo. He is unstable and easily deceived by others. Once others are allowed to contact him first, it would be better to let Zhao Yuan succeed him."
Wang Lun's meaning was very clear. After Zhao Yuan succeeded to the throne, the worst they could do was to be dismissed from office; but after Zhao Zhuo succeeded to the throne, they would either have a successful career or stay in Lin'an with their lives.
"To achieve big things, you have to take risks. Don't worry, Zhao Zhuo has already placed my people around him. How could he let others get in touch with him earlier than me?"
Qin Hui smiled calmly and gave Wang Lun a reassurance.
"Where is Concubine Wu, right?" Wang Lun made another suggestion.
"Don't involve Concubine Wu. Although she is Zhao Zhuo's adoptive mother, her maid is also the current crown princess. The overall situation has been decided now, so don't cause more trouble."