Zhao Min paused, then continued, "Because of all that, I thought they were innocent. But after hearing what you just said, I'm afraid there really is something going on between them."
"How did Temujin know she was a virgin?" Song Qingshu asked hesitantly. "There are many ways to deceive everyone." Not to mention the major repair techniques used by hospitals in the future, even calculating menstruation dates or using chicken blood as a disguise, as long as one's acting skills were good enough to fool everyone.
Zhao Min couldn't help but roll her eyes at him. "The Khan is such a man. He has seen … seen countless women. How could he not know these things?"
Song QingShu thought about it and agreed. The experienced Temujin was not like those naive men of the later generations.
Zhao Min couldn't help but pinch the soft flesh on his waist. "What's in your head all day long? How do you know so much about the dirty tricks in the brothel?"
"I'm a pedant, ahem." Song Qingshu also felt awkward talking about this and hurriedly said, "We can think about Hu Lan and Naya later. Right now, the most important thing is to save Guo Jing. If we waste any more time, he might die."
"Why are you so eager to save him?" Zhao Min looked at him suspiciously. "You've saved him countless times already, and you're always so eager. Could it be …"
"Could it be what?" Song Qingshu's heart skipped a beat.
The corner of Zhao Min's mouth rose slightly. "Could it be that there's something going on between you and that beautiful Chief Huang? Is it because of her that you're so eager to save Guo Jing? Think about it from another angle. Now that Temujin has killed him, isn't he clearing the way for you? "
Song Qingshu's expression turned serious. "Hero Guo has done a great service to the country and is a role model for the Chinese people. Since I know he's in danger, how can I just sit back and do nothing?"
Zhao Min curled her lips. "Humph, I'm a witch. I'm not as noble as you. I'm just weighing the gains and losses. In my opinion, you've risked so many times to save him. What you've done is not worth what you've done."
Song Qingshu felt guilty, but there were many things he couldn't say. "Min Min, help me think of something."
Zhao Min's expression softened a little. "It's not wise for you to expose yourself to save him. I think you can ask someone else to do it."
"Who?" Song Qingshu asked.
"Did you forget that you saw Yang Guo at Khubilai's mansion?" Zhao Min smiled sweetly. "Their families are friends and Guo Jing has treated him well. How could he just sit back and do nothing?"
"Of course, although Yang Guo's martial arts are high, he can't do it alone. Didn't Hong Qigong and Zhou Botong cause trouble at Ali Buge's and Khubilai's palaces? "Think of a way to contact them and ask for their help. Things will be much easier."
Song Qingshu was still a little doubtful. "But Helin is the headquarters of the Mongolians. Forget about the large number of soldiers there, even if we count the elites among the higher-ups, they can be said to be countless. Can they really save Guo Jing with just a few people?"
Zhao Min answered calmly, "They're just outside help. They still need someone inside. That's when you'll need to step in."
"Me?" Looking at the fox-like smile on her face, Song Qingshu really wanted to give her a good tug. She had to speak so slowly.
Zhao Min said, "Didn't Brother Meng's widow, Princess Yalun, give you a gift? Now that her father died in the Gaochang Maze, you have a reason to get close to her … "
Song QingShu hurriedly put on a serious face and said, "Although Princess Yalun is quite beautiful, am I such a shallow person to sell my beauty?"
Zhao Min looked at him strangely. "Who asked you to sell your beauty? Princess Yalun has always been dignified and reserved. She never pretends to be polite to men. Even if you wanted to, you wouldn't be able to sell your beauty. Not to mention that you're wearing the face of the Shuiyue Clan. "
"Uh …" Song Qingshu realized that he had misunderstood.
Zhao Min continued, "According to the information I've received, Temujin has imprisoned Guo Jing in the imperial prison. General Wuliang Hetai is in charge of the prison. Wuliang Hetai and Brother Meng have a deep relationship."
"Wuliang Hetai?" Song Qingshu had an impression of this person in history because his name was very special. In history, he and Khubilai went on an expedition to Dali. In his life, he was famous for his vast area of conquest, from the Tumen River in the east to Poland, Czechoslovakia, and Hungary in the west. In the south, he conquered the capital of Vietnam, Hanoi.
However, not long after Khubilai came to power, he removed his military power. Even when the war with Ali Bukhara reached a critical moment, he did not allow this famous general to enter the battlefield. This was because he was Brother Meng's trusted general. In history, Brother Meng sent him with Khubilai on an expedition to Dali with the intention of monitoring them.
But in this world, Brother Meng died young, so it was unknown what his relationship with the kings was.
Zhao Min explained, "Wuliang Hetai is the son of the famous general Subutai. When Subutai was defeated in a battle, the Khan blamed him. It was Brother Meng who came to plead for him, saying that victory and defeat are common in war and asked for Subutai to be allowed to redeem himself. This allowed him to keep his life and have a chance to turn defeat into victory. So the Subutai family is very grateful to Brother Meng. Although Subutai is dead, his son should remember this kindness. If Princess Yalun comes forward, he will certainly not stop her. "
Song Qingshu was puzzled, "If it was a normal matter, it would be fine. But this is not a small matter. Why would Wuliang Hetai take such a big risk for the sake of his past kindness?"
Zhao Min replied, "If it was someone else, they might not dare, but Wuliang Hetai's identity is special. You should know that his father, Subutai, was one of the ten meritorious officials when the Khan founded the country. He himself is a famous general. Over the years, the father and son have made many contributions and their family is not to be underestimated. So even if he makes a mistake, the Khan will at most punish him, and his life will not be in danger."
After a pause, Zhao Min looked at him with a strange expression, "The problem now is how will you persuade Princess Yalun to help you? Do you really want to consider sacrificing your body?"
"Nonsense, am I that kind of person?" Song Qingshu smiled awkwardly, "Then I'll go make the arrangements and come back to you later."
Zhao Min nodded. She knew that Guo Jing's life was at stake, so she did not try to persuade him to stay.
Song Qingshu left the Ruyang Palace and headed for the Recruitment Center in the south of the city. Just as he was worrying about where Yang Guo was going to live, he suddenly heard the faint sound of arguing in the distance. He hurriedly followed the sound.
"Yang Guo, you're making excuses here. In my opinion, you're just afraid of death and don't want to save Master!"
"Big Brother, why are you talking so much nonsense with him? Now that he has surrendered to the Mongols, he has become their running dog. Why would he take the risk to save Master? It's a pity that he owes Master a great debt of gratitude."
Big Wu and Little Wu were echoing each other as they mocked and ridiculed Yang Guo.
Yang Guo finally became angry, "Shut up! Even pigs would worship you as kings. If we rush over to save him, not only will we not be able to save Uncle Guo, we'll only be throwing our lives away."
"We're not afraid of death. Worst comes to worst, we'll die with Master. At least we'll be able to face Master's wife and the heavens." Wu Dunru cupped his hands in the direction of Peach Blossom Island.
"That's right!" Wu Xiuwen raised his head, "We came looking for you because we were blind. You don't have to worry about saving people. Big Brother, let's go!"
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