In the vast northern grassland, several horses were running wildly, chasing a pack of wolves.
The ferocious wolf that used to dominate the grasslands is now like a wild dog, just running away.
From time to time, the knight on the horse would draw a long arrow and kill a ferocious wolf.
A quarter of an hour later, when the last ferocious wolf cub was shot dead by the leading knight, the hunt came to an end.
Several knights dismounted on a hillside, and the others were busy gathering their prey. Only two knights, one old and one middle, sat down on the hillside.
The old knight asked: "Tian'er, how do you feel about this hunt?"
The two people left on the hillside were father and son Meng Ao and Meng Tian who were out hunting with their guards.
Meng Tian thought for a moment and said: "Does the father want to tell the child that without strength, he will be like this ferocious wolf and be hunted by others?"
Meng Ao continued to ask: "What else?"
Meng Tian sighed and said: "Also, those ferocious wolves should not protect their cubs and run away together. Instead, they should leave the cubs that are slowing them down and flee in all directions. Maybe the family will not be wiped out."
Meng Ao couldn't deny it and said: "What else?"
Meng Tian thought about it for a long time, shook his head and said: "My child can only think of these, I hope my father can give me some advice."
Meng Ao looked disappointed and said: "If you don't have strength, you will be hunted and killed by strong men at will. This is right."
"But you thought wrong about the ferocious wolf protecting its cubs. From my father's point of view, this is telling you that wrong protection is equivalent to murder."
"From the perspective of a hunter, since you came here to hunt today, and you saw a powerful and ferocious wolf leader and a ferocious wolf cub at the same time, who would you choose to hunt?"
Meng Tian subconsciously replied: "Of course he is a wolf."
Meng Ao smiled and said: "That's it. If the wolf pack just now is divided into two teams, one team is the old wolf leading the cubs in one direction, and the other team is the leader wolf leading the other ferocious wolves in the same direction, according to what you said, it will be determined
They will choose to chase the group of head wolves, so the cubs might be able to survive."
Meng Tian still didn't understand what his father meant, and said with a sad face: "Does the father and the child say this, do they want to tell the child that for the sake of the Meng family, the father has to return to Chang'an to face the almost crazy Majesty?"
Meng Ao shook his head and said: "We won't talk about this later. Let's talk about hunting. Why are you so reluctant to take action on the cubs?"
Meng Tian paused and said, "The kid doesn't think the cub is much of a threat. It doesn't matter whether he kills it or not."
Meng Ao snorted coldly: "What nonsense are you talking about? Aren't the other ferocious wolves grown up from cubs? You can be considered as growing up in the military camp with your father since you were a child. You have been in Chang'an for a long time, how can you develop such a habit?"
What does a woman look like?"
Meng Tian heard the words and repeatedly praised: "This is what father taught you."
Seeing his appearance, Meng Ao couldn't help but sigh: "Tian'er, I know you are honest and honest by nature, but after your father left, I'm afraid you will suffer a big loss due to your temperament."
Meng Tian said in a muffled voice: "Father, why do you have to say depressing words? You know that it will be dangerous to go back to Chang'an, why do you have to go back? Why not imitate Xu Fuyuan and escape. Although my Guanfang Immortal Dao has been suppressed and my disciples have been imprisoned, but
Not many people were actually executed, and maybe the Meng family could be spared."
Meng Ao shook his head and said: "Zhenzhen, how can the relationship between Xu Fu and Fang Xiandao be compared to the blood connection? If my father really escapes, the Meng family will definitely be destroyed."
"I think that my father's understanding of Your Majesty will be in accordance with his wishes. Even if my father dies, the Meng family will be rich and prosperous. But if there is disobedience, the Meng family will definitely end up miserable."
"Forget it, you don't need to say more about this matter. As a father, you can make your own decision. Besides, you may not necessarily die if you go back. Why worry about that?"
Meng Tian just remained silent.
After a pause, Meng Ao said: "For the group of senior generals who conquered the Northern Governor's Mansion, you can just call them eldest brother according to their seniority. Not to mention the group of mid-level generals, most of whom are your childhood playmates.
It is as safe as Mount Tai to leave it in your hands. As long as you are more careful, with the influence of our Meng family in the north, we will definitely be able to consolidate our family forever."
Meng Tian promised: "Father, please rest assured that the child will definitely put the family first and be careful in his words and deeds."
Seeing several personal guards returning with prey, Meng Ao immediately changed the subject and said: "Okay, today's hunting is almost over, it's time to go back to the camp."
Then he said to several personal guards: "You guys will go back with the prey first and give the brothers some extra food. I will come later."
The guard captain responded quickly: "No." and then left with the prey.
After the others left, Meng Tian asked, "Did father avoid them on purpose?"
Meng Ao nodded and said: "Of course you need to avoid it, otherwise if you accidentally say the wrong thing, you will be killed."
"Tian'er, some time ago, were you involved in the struggle for the throne between Fusu and Hu Hai?"
Meng Tian looked unnatural and said: "It's not involved, I just tried my best to help Fusu a few times, but sometimes I couldn't help."
Meng Ao said with a serious face: "From now on, you are not allowed to get involved in this matter, and you should cut off contact with Fusu as soon as possible."
Meng Tian couldn't help but ask: "Why is this?"
Meng Ao said with a cold face: "Let's not talk about the fight for the throne. It involves a lot. If you are not careful, you will be shattered to pieces and the family will be implicated. It is really not something that a powerful family like us should be involved in."
"Let's just say that Fusu has all the advantages, but he doesn't know how to use them. Instead, he is repeatedly defeated by Hu Hai. As a father, I really don't think highly of him. Even if you go to Hu Hai, it is better than to go to him."
Meng Tian said sternly: "My father, what you said is wrong. Mr. Fusu has a good character and unparalleled benevolence and righteousness. He is the most suitable choice for a man in the peaceful and prosperous age..."
Meng Ao couldn't help but shouted: "Shut up, don't tell me such nonsense. In this world, the strong are respected, and strength determines everything. No matter how virtuous Fusu is, how can he still turn into his strength?"
Can’t do it?”
"I heard from my father that the Meng family will not get involved in this matter, so as not to get into trouble."
Meng Tian had no choice but to agree gloomily, but he was secretly thinking about how to persuade Meng Ao to change his mind.
Five days later, when the one-month period was about to expire, Meng Ao completely handed over the Zhengbei Governor's Mansion to Meng Tian, took only a few personal guards, and rode off to Chang'an.
…
In the Southern Expedition Camp, Ren Xiao sat in the general's seat. He felt as if he was in a dream. No, he never even dreamed that one day he would become the commander-in-chief of the Southern Expedition Army and the lord of the southern frontier spanning thousands of miles.
He was still recalling the feeling of sitting in the commander's seat just now and receiving worship from his former colleagues. It was really an intoxicating power.
The only fly in the ointment is that Yu Xuanji is willing to give up his power and go back to Chang'an with Zhao Tuo to retire. Otherwise, hey, Zhao Tuo likes it, and I also want to give it a try.
Just as Ren Xiao was lost in endless reverie, a black gold silk dragon robe came into view.
After all, Ren Xiao was a military general who had experienced hundreds of battles. He worshiped in a panic and without hesitation: "I, Ren Xiao, pay my respects to Your Majesty."
Emperor Qin had no expression on his face and said coldly: "Where is Zhao Tuo?"
Ren Xiao hurriedly replied: "Your Majesty, Marquis Longchuan went to Chang'an three days ago according to the order."
Emperor Qin tilted his head slightly and said, "Really?"
Ren Xiao nodded like a chicken pecking at rice: "I dare not deceive Your Majesty."
A black shadow appeared, and the commander continued: "Three days ago, the Winged Fire Snake sent news that it had set off, but there was no news for three consecutive days. I am afraid that something unexpected happened, and I have already activated the nearby secret weapon.
Wei went to find him."
As soon as he finished speaking, two men in black walked in, supporting Yu Xuanji, saluted Emperor Qin and Da Siming and said: "Your Majesty and Your Excellency, we have found him."
Yu Xuanji said with a weak look on his face: "I, the Fire Snake, pay homage to Your Majesty."
Emperor Qin was not surprised at all and said indifferently: "No need to be polite, I ask you, where has Zhao Tuo gone?"
Yu Xuanji bowed and said: "Reporting to your Majesty, I have been closely monitoring Zhao Tuo's movements since I received the order from the Chief Commander. Three days ago, not long after Zhao Tuo took me out of the city, he suddenly said to me: I know
You can't help yourself, I won't kill you, but the old friendship between you and me will be severed."
"The minister was shocked, knowing that his identity was revealed. Then Zhao Tuo took action and severely injured the minister. Before leaving, Zhao Tuo asked me to tell your majesty that three days later, in the southwest, he prepared a big gift for your majesty, and then he will
He was knocked unconscious and left, and it was not until today that he was found and revived by the Ghost Golden Sheep and Liu Tu Deer."
Emperor Qin said solemnly: "I, the Marquis of Longchuan, have extraordinary forbearance. It seems that I have to go and see what kind of gift he has prepared for me."
After saying that, he walked away.
Da Siming and others followed him, leaving Ren Xiao alone lying on the ground, covered in cold sweat.
…
In the southwest jungle, a certain Nanzhao tribe, the wise venerable who had just preached Buddhism felt a little uneasy and couldn't help but step out of the village to get some fresh air.
But the moment he stepped out of the village gate and looked at the sky, he immediately felt that the ghosts of the dead were coming out, and he wanted to find a hole to hide in.
However, the aura of a powerful master made him stand out like a light in the darkness.
Qin Huang stood in the air, with a smile on his lips and said: "Buddhist master? You are indeed my good minister. I accept this gift with joy."
At this moment, Venerable Wisdom didn't care about his master's demeanor at all. He didn't even dare to say a word and ran as hard as he could into the village.
Emperor Qin just snorted coldly and grabbed it hard with a big disembodied hand.
Venerable Wisdom was unable to dodge, so he was caught in the palm of the virtual hand and brought to Emperor Qin.
It only affected the entire village. In the aftermath of this move, it was reduced to ruins. Even the Nanzhao natives exploded into a mist of blood without even making a sound.
Emperor Qin took action, and it was so terrifying.
Venerable Wisdom clearly felt that his life force was passing away, and he couldn't help but beg for mercy: "Your Majesty, Emperor Qin, please have mercy on me."
Emperor Qin said indifferently: "Tell me where the other Buddhists are hiding, and I might spare your life."
When the wise master heard this, he really wanted Emperor Qin to know where the sect was. Wouldn't he be harming his fellow sects? Knowing that he would not be spared, he directly broke his own heart.
Emperor Qin snorted coldly, sucked away the spiritual power of the wise venerable, threw the body away, and headed for Chang'an.
As for Zhao Tuo, firstly it was difficult to find him, and secondly he had found a scapegoat, so he let him go for the time being.