After Hua Yuan said this, Nie Xun's face showed exhaustion. His eyes were half closed, covering the strange emotion that surged in his eyes.
Neither of them spoke again. The air was almost stagnant, and a strange atmosphere filled the air as if they were having a silent contest.
"This student admires Military Advisor Nie very much. I am indignant when I heard what happened to Military Advisor." After a while, Hua Yuan suddenly smiled and said, "Hearing about him is not as good as meeting him in person. Military Advisor is still thinking about the lord and his family when his life is in danger. Such noble character is truly a role model for us."
Nie Xun's expression was calm as he said, "Xun is but a nobody, I'm not worthy of such praise."
Hua Yuan smiled and took a few steps forward as if they were familiar with each other. He sat directly beside Nie Xun's bed. The two were only a few steps away from each other.
He lowered his voice and said, "If Military Advisor is also considered a nobody, how many talents in the world would be ashamed?"
Nie Xun ignored him and continued to lie on his back. His eyes stared upwards with an empty gaze.
Hua Yuan continued, "I admit that I'm inferior to the military advisor's ability to scheme against others."
Nie Xun's gaze moved. His expression did not change, but killing intent surged in his heart.
"What scheming?"
"I heard that Military Advisor and General are in conflict and have been at odds for a long time." Hua Yuan said, "General ignored Military Advisor's advice and insisted on using troops against the enemy. In the end, he lost more than ten thousand soldiers and horses. You didn't reflect on your actions and used a saber on the military counselor, almost causing him to lose his life. If these two incidents were to reach the lord's ears, the general would be demoted and stripped of his power. If it were to be serious, he would be punished by military law. "
Nie Xun had mentioned Hua Yuan's suggestions to Yuan Xin, but Yuan Xin did not believe the latter but the former.
How could Yuan Xin easily believe the words of a temporary worker?
It was only because the time and place were different, and the person speaking was different.
Firstly, when Nie Xun advised Yuan Xin, Yuan Xin had not suffered a setback. Instead, he was calm, content, and confident.
Secondly, Nie Xun and Yuan Xin's relationship that had improved with great difficulty deteriorated again. This made Yuan Xin feel even more disgusted and suspicious of Nie Xun, which led to rebellious thoughts. Nie Xun was also tricked by Feng Jin, which made Yuan Xin highly suspicious of the value of Nie Xun's suggestions.
When it was Hua Yuan's turn, Yuan Xin was already hopping around anxiously.
On the surface, he still looked so conceited, but in his heart, he was extremely anxious.
He urgently needed victory and merit to make up for his previous mistakes and losses. He also needed to ask his lord to forgive him for accidentally injuring Nie Xun.
If Yuan Xin had performed a meritorious service, then Huang Song would not pursue the matter on account of his meritorious service, and would not be able to support Nie Xun.
Taking ten thousand steps back, even if Yuan Xin supported Nie Xun, Yuan Xin could escape the death penalty. At most, he would be demoted and lose his salary.
Apart from that, Yuan Xin did not think that a poor scholar would be able to scheme against him, so he reluctantly used Hua Yuan's suggestion.
"The general knows the pros and cons of this. If he wants to avoid censure, he can only make up for his mistakes with his meritorious service. Before that, he won't let you know what he's done. " Hua Yuan smiled and said, "The military counselor is well aware of this, so he chose this time to write a 'will' to his wife and daughter, asking them to seek refuge with the Yue family in Wanzhou. Because not only will the general not tell the lord about the 'will', but he will also help the military counselor conceal it. "
If Huang Song knew that Nie Xun had written a 'will' to his wife, wouldn't Yuan Xin be confessing without being pressed?
As long as they avoided Huang Song, Yuan Xin would turn a blind eye because of his guilty conscience, and Nie Xun's wife and daughter would be able to leave this place safely.
From the beginning to the end, Nie Xun had schemed against Yuan Xin. Yuan Xin had unknowingly become a knife in Nie Xun's hands.
Hua Yuan asked with a smile, "I heard that the military counselor was on the verge of death several times. How can I not admire him for being able to scheme so accurately under such circumstances?"
Substantial killing intent flashed in Nie Xun's eyes, but his tone of voice was very calm and indifferent.
"I don't understand what you're talking about. Sending away my wife and daughter and planning for the rest of their lives is just the instinct and duty of a husband and father." The corners of Nie Xun's lips curled into a bitter smile. "I don't even know if I can survive such an injury. Naturally, I have to plan for the worst."
Hua Yuan said, "To be precise, it should be a double plan, right?"
Nie Xun's hand that was placed by his side suddenly clenched, almost tearing at the healing wound.
"If the military counselor unfortunately dies, your wife and daughter will naturally be safe for the rest of their lives with the protection of the Yue Family. If the Military Advisor is lucky enough to survive and send them away … "Hua Yuan grinned as he looked at Nie Xun. His pitch-black eyes caused one to shudder, and they were like a deep and icy cold pool." The Military Advisor will have nothing to worry about anymore! In my opinion, the military counselor is not a kind person. Will he really be able to take this lying down? "
The literati of this era had nothing else but tough bones, bad tempers, arrogant personalities, and fierce actions.
Buddhist?
No way!
Even if Wei Ci and Feng Jin, who were known to have good tempers, looked modest, polite, and gentle on the surface, if they really crossed their bottom line, no one would be easy to deal with. Even if Nie Xun looked harmless, Hua Yuan's sharp senses could smell the hidden danger under the calm surface.
This matter between Nie Xun and Yuan Xin would not be resolved peacefully.
"Xun and General Yuan Xin are both under the lord's command. There are occasional conflicts, but it's not a big deal." Nie Xun turned to look at Hua Yuan and asked with a faint smile, "Do you think that Xun will ignore the big picture and cause a scandal of civil and military infighting to embarrass the lord?"
Hua Yuan was stunned after hearing this, as if he did not expect Nie Xun to answer like this.
Did his words mean that he would take this lying down and not care about Yuan Xin's mistakes?
"Although Xun and General Yuan Xin have conflicts, it is not fair and just for the lord to judge. No matter how wrong the general is, only the lord can convict him. "Nie Xun said calmly," My wife and daughter seeking refuge with the Yue Family will indeed attract criticism at this time. When Xun's health is better and the war situation is settled, I will think of a way to bring them back. I already have a plan for this matter, you don't have to worry about it … "
Speaking of this, Nie Xun's tone was slightly unfriendly, as if he was very dissatisfied with Hua Yuan's provocation. To put it bluntly, Nie Xun did not know Hua Yuan at all. He did not even know the other's name or courtesy name. Hua Yuan's random guesses and meddling in other people's affairs would also make others angry.
Hua Yuan's expression changed and he hurriedly bowed in apology.
"I was reckless and impulsive, please forgive me, military counselor."
The corners of his mouth curled up, but there was no trace of a smile in his eyes.
Nie Xun closed his eyes slightly and calmly asked him to leave. Hua Yuan obediently retreated.
After he left, Nie Xun looked like he was struggling.
He was deciding whether he should take Hua Yuan's life or not!
There was no lack of smart people in the world, but smart people who could not control their mouths usually did not live long.
Not long after, Yuan Xin knew that Hua Yuan had gone to see Nie Xun. He asked in a seemingly casual manner, "Why did you go to see him?"
Hua Yuan said, "There were some things that I did not understand, so I went to consult the military counselor …"
"That person is just an empty shell. He is not even as good as a poor scholar like you …" Yuan Xin curled his lips and said, "How is his recovery?"
Hua Yuan thought for a while. The military doctor was probably Yuan Xin's man, and Nie Xun's physical condition could not be hidden from Yuan Xin.
Hence …
Hua Yuan said, "The military counselor's complexion is pale, but he seems to be in good spirits."
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