Lin Jue sighed and said: "His Royal Highness King Jin, everything has a high-sounding reason. What are you using to expose it? Just as you just asked us to provide conclusive evidence, what you want to expose is the prime minister of the dynasty and His Highness the King of Huai.
How dare you say it without conclusive evidence? Isn't this asking for death? If they dare to do this, they naturally have a good reason. For example, the reason for calling me back to Beijing is to commend me in person. What's the flaw in this matter?
Don't reveal anything at all, otherwise it will be more terrifying than the influx of religious bandits in large numbers. The religious bandits may be able to be wiped out in battle, but false accusations against the prime minister and King Huai have no chance of winning."
Guo Mian said dejectedly: "Then what should we do? What do you think we should do? This won't work, and that won't work either. Do you think I can't just sit there and wait for death? Could it be that you told me this, so that one of you would return to Beijing to receive a reward and the other would run away, leaving me behind?
Is it possible for a person to wait here to die? If not, none of you are allowed to leave. What will I do if you leave?"
Guo Kun stepped forward and cupped his hands and said: "Prince Jin, since Lin Jue and I have made this clear to you, we are naturally not trying to escape. I said that if Lin Jue is here, I will not leave. Because as long as he is here, we
It is possible to defeat the Qingjiao bandits. Think about it, if we defeat the Qingjiao bandits, wouldn’t it be that Guo Xu gave us a great contribution in vain? If we capture the bandit leader Hai Dongqing or kill him, the entire
The great contribution of suppressing the rebellion is yours, His Highness the King of Jin. But Guo Xu stole the chicken but lost the rice. In the end, he could not get anything, and the emperor and the officials would think that he had no real ability. This is called compensation.
Madam, she broke off her troops again. Lin Jue and I had already discussed it. The purpose of sending troops to Wanting is because if the bandits want to attack, they must capture Xingren Mansion first. We can march into Xingren Mansion and rely on the strong city defense of Xingren Mansion.
With the help of the people defending the city, it is very likely that we will achieve our goal."
Guo Mian said in surprise: "You mean, this thing might actually help me? It's a blessing in disguise. If they can defeat the bandits, then Guo Xu and Lu Zhongtian will be so angry that their noses will be crooked. My father must be
He is even more impressed with me. Oh, I didn’t expect there to be such benefits. Yes, yes, we must defeat the bandits and teach them to lose their wives and soldiers."
Lin Jue said in a deep voice: "Your Highness, Prince Jin, please don't get excited for now. The outcome is unpredictable and no one is sure. Even if we enter Xingren Mansion according to the plan, we may not be sure to win. But if we don't do this, we will be more likely to win."
There is no possibility of victory at all. If His Highness the King of Jin has a strategy to defend the city, it goes without saying. If His Highness the King of Jin feels that this official is indispensable, then you need to solve one thing for me right now, and that is to send Zhu Zhirong away.
I can't let him take me away. I can't refuse him, because it's a rebellion, and I don't want to die. But His Highness, Prince Jin, can not allow me to leave. It depends on whether His Highness, Prince Jin, has the courage."
Guo Mian calmed down from his joy and nodded: "What you are saying is that I can't do anything if you are not here. But this is the imperial decree, what can I do?"
Lin Jue said: "His Royal Highness the King of Jin is the commander-in-chief of the army. All personnel in the army must obey your orders. No one is allowed to leave without your orders."
Guo Mianqi said: "But... that is the emperor's imperial edict, how can I resist it?"
Lin Jue said in a deep voice: "There is a saying that 'when a general is out, you will not accept your orders.' You are a general leading an army, so you should make such a decision. It depends on whether you have the courage. If you don't dare,
I have nothing to say. I made it very clear that this matter is aimed at you, Prince Jin. We are just in the same boat. We can leave, but you cannot leave. Whether you dare to do it or not, depends on
His Royal Highness, Prince of Jin. This official only makes suggestions and asks no other questions."
Guo Mian sat in a chair in a daze, with a frown on his face and he didn't know what to do. He had never faced such a moment in his life, and he had never dared to think about resisting his father's will. Although Lin Jue said that he would be outside
There is such a thing as "the emperor's order is not accepted", but in fact, this kind of thing is not a high-sounding reason. No matter who you are, disobeying the imperial edict is a serious crime, and there is no reason.
It was quiet in the big tent, and the golden autumn sun in the afternoon shone in from the tent opening, with wisps of golden light. Outside the tent, the sound of soldiers and horses in action came, the weapons and armor jingled, and the sound of war horses neighed endlessly.
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Guo Kun and Lin Jue quietly looked at Guo Mian, whose eyes and nose were wrinkled together. Guo Mian, who was usually handsome and suave, now looked like a wizened old man with wrinkles and sorrow on his face. Lin Jue suddenly felt that Guo Mian was a little pitiful.
Although they were born with a golden key in the imperial family, they were well-dressed, pampered, and free from human suffering. But this did not mean that they were happy and carefree. On the contrary, the problems they had to face were often bigger than
Ordinary people are a hundred times more dangerous, the things they have to worry about are often more incredible, and the environment they live in is often more sinister.
Some of them do not even live to adulthood, and they may not be able to enjoy the rest of their lives after they live to adulthood. In the struggle for power, conspiracies are accompanied by murders, and the viciousness and intensity are unimaginable. Therefore, from a certain perspective,
In other words, ordinary people may not be the unhappiest in the world, and royal family members may not be the happiest. God is actually very fair sometimes.
"Okay. I'm going to tell Zhu Zhirong that I can't let you go. This time I'm going all out to prevent Guo Xu from succeeding. Absolutely not." Finally, Guo Mian spoke softly and said word by word. He actually had no other choice.
Choice, now that things have happened, he can only have the power to fight if he keeps Lin Jue, and he knows this in his heart.
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A simple dinner was served in the big tent after dark. Zhu Zhirong was treated as the guest of honor and sat at the top table with King Guo Mian of Jin Dynasty. Lin Jue and Guo Kun accompanied him at the bottom table. An accompanying cavalryman from the front of the palace was also there.
Sit together at the table.
As the host, Guo Mian first raised his glass and said: "Master Zhu, I would like to offer you a glass of thin wine. Master Zhu came from the capital city and it was very hard. Our army does not have good wine or food to entertain, so we can only make do with shabby things and hope for the best."
Mr. Zhu Haihan."
Zhu Zhirong stood up hurriedly and said: "His Royal Highness the King of Jin, please don't say such things. I can't bear the responsibility. His Highness the King of Jin has made great achievements in quelling the rebellion through life and death. There are praises from both the government and the public, and the low-ranking officials also admire him very much."
I am very happy to have the opportunity to come to the army to see His Highness. This time I borrowed the help of Mr. Lin, otherwise how could I have the opportunity to express my admiration to King Jin in person? I will use this glass of wine and flowers to pay homage to His Highness.
That's it. I wish His Highness will make great achievements again and return to the capital in triumph as soon as possible."
Guo Mian chuckled and said: "With your kind words from Mr. Zhu, we can do it."
Zhu Zhirong raised his glass and was about to drink, Lin Jue suddenly smiled and said: "The wish is good, but unfortunately we have put down the rebellion of the bandits in the five counties now, and there are no more battles to fight in the future. Master Zhu wishes His Highness the King of Jin to make great achievements again,
But I don’t know where this great power comes from? Does Mr. Zhu know something? Does he know that we still have a battle to fight in the future? "
Zhu Zhirong was stunned and waved his hands quickly: "How did I know? I didn't say there was a battle to be fought behind you, I just said it casually, without any specific intention. Master Lin, please don't misunderstand."
Lin Jue nodded and said: "I see, it turns out I was wrong. I thought Mr. Zhu knew something. He knew that the North Road Army would have a fierce battle to fight next. It turned out it was just a polite word."
Zhu Zhirong laughed awkwardly and rolled his eyes. He thought to himself: "It's so easy to expose the secret. Lin Jue is too smart. I just said it casually, but he actually smelled it. It seems that you have to be careful what you say. Don't do anything wrong."
The Prime Minister’s business.”
Zhu Zhirong knew some clues. Although Lu Zhongtian didn't tell him personally, Zhu Zhirong was Lu Zhongtian's confidant after all, and he still knew some of the ins and outs of the matter. So he roughly understood what the Prime Minister and Prince Huai were planning. He was quick to speak and missed something.
He was almost caught by Lin Jue for speaking out.
After drinking several glasses of wine, Guo Mian said with a smile: "Master Zhu, I'm not rude, but I'm afraid you won't be able to drink this wine because you have to rush back to the capital tomorrow, and I don't want to delay your trip. Let's do this.
, the last glass of wine is for me, Guo Kun and Lin Jue to see Master Zhu off. As the saying goes, there is no banquet that lasts forever. After drinking this glass, let’s part ways. After I return to the capital, we will meet again.
Not too late."
Zhu Zhirong said hurriedly: "Okay, okay, thank you for your concern, Your Majesty. I can't bear to drink too much. I'm really feeling good about it. Mr. Lin, we really should raise a toast together to say goodbye to Prince Jin and the young prince. We won't do it tomorrow morning either."
Come to disturb Prince Jin and the young prince."
Lin Jue raised his glass and said with a smile: "Master Zhu, must you have heard wrong? I am bidding farewell for Master Zhu, not the official. The official will not leave tomorrow."
Zhu Zhirong said in astonishment: "What are these words? Aren't you and I going to return to Beijing early tomorrow morning according to the order? How could you forget?"
Lin Jue smiled and said: "Of course I haven't forgotten it, but Prince Jin won't allow me to leave the army without permission, so there's nothing I can do. If you don't believe it, just ask Prince Jin."
Zhu Zhirong looked at Guo Mian in surprise, frowned and said, "Prince Jin, what's going on?"
Guo Mian put down his wine glass and said with a smile: "Oh, Mr. Zhu, I almost forgot to tell you that Lin Jue can't leave for the time being. Our army needs him to stay and do things, so Mr. Zhu please return to the capital tomorrow. After the military affairs are completed, I will
The king immediately sent someone to escort Lin Jue back to Beijing immediately."
Zhu Zhirong said in shock: "His Royal Highness, King Jin, the imperial decree requires Lin Jue to return to the capital immediately. Isn't your doing so... disobeying the imperial decree?"
Guo Kun frowned and said: "Zhu Zhirong, don't use big hats to pressure people. Why are you disobeying the imperial edict? Is it that serious? It's just a matter of a moment earlier and a moment later. Military affairs are more urgent than receiving rewards. Naturally, military affairs are the most important thing. Your Majesty
How can you blame me?"
Guo Mian nodded and said: "Yes, my father will not blame me. It is indeed necessary for military affairs. I have written a memorial here and ask you to take it back to the capital and present it to my father. I have already explained this. Lin
Although Jue only joined the army with Guo Kun, after the battle of Yangwu, he had already demonstrated his talents and strategies, so the king has granted him an unusual job to do business. Organize and coordinate the internal affairs of the army for the king, and provide
Plan a strategy. Although I have wiped out the religious bandits in the five counties, that is only the first step. After being devastated by the religious bandits, the people have no livelihood and lack of clothes and clothing. The five county towns were burned down, and the houses and cities were rebuilt.
We need to do the resettlement of the people. If the imperial court does not send someone to come, we cannot sit idly by and do nothing. And we are not as knowledgeable as Lin Jue in these matters. After all, he is a civil servant, and his affairs are well organized. So I can't be missing here for the time being.
Him. If he returns to the capital at this moment, there will be chaos here. Therefore, I must keep him. I have written these reasons in the memorial. As for Lin Jue's appointment, although I made it expediently, it is not very suitable.
Rules. But since Lin Jue is required to do things, he must not let his name be unjust and unjust. My father or Privy Yang will be blamed for this matter, and I will bear the responsibility. I forgot to tell you this matter during the day, and it is just right at this moment.
