Li Chunyang narrowed his eyes. "If that's the case, then it's not hard to explain what happened in Kunjin City."
Li Yunxiao frowned and said, "What exactly happened?"
"Five days ago, there was news from the east that Baitou Town was suddenly breached by 800,000 troops from the Hundred Warring States Kingdom. Then, they besieged Kunjin City at lightning speed. Your father, General Fei Long, is still fighting the enemy in the city. But the request for reinforcements has been sent to the capital. "
"What's the reaction from the court?" Li Yunxiao frowned.
"Kunjin City and Baitou Town are the natural barriers of the Aquasky Kingdom. Once they are breached, the consequences will be unimaginable. Of course, my father summoned all the military leaders and requested for Duke Jing to lead the army. "
"What do you think, Old Master?" Li Yunxiao looked at the old man.
Li Chunyang was slightly stunned, but in his heart, he was extremely satisfied with this grandson of his. If anyone else heard that their father was trapped, they would have flown into a rage a long time ago, and wouldn't be able to wait a moment longer to set off. But this grandson of his was unusually calm, and there was not the slightest hint of emotion in his eyes.
Li Chunyang smiled in relief. "Kunjin City is easy to defend and hard to attack. Your father has 300,000 troops from the Flying Dragon Army stationed in the city. A mere 800,000 troops from the Hundred Warring States Kingdom are nothing to be afraid of. Moreover, it's hard to say whether the 800,000 troops are real or fake. Now that you said that the 8527 colluded with Qin Yang, I'm even more certain that the so-called request for reinforcements is just a facade. Their real purpose is to lure the tiger away from the mountain! "
Li Yunxiao also said softly in deep thought, "What you mean is that you want to move the Li family's forces out of the capital? So that Prince Qin Yang can do whatever he wants? By the time we realize that something is wrong with Kunjin City, we can return to the capital. By then, it will be too late for regrets? "
"That's right!" Li Chunyang praised. "As expected of my grandson, you understand immediately! Haha! "
Li Yunxiao frowned and said, "But what if the request for help is real?"
The smile on Li Chunyang's face gradually faded away and he lightly said, "It's dangerous to defend Kunjin City. If the 300,000-strong Flying Dragon Division still can't defeat the 800,000-strong army of the enemy, then it's your father's fault for not having the ability to suffer a bit. Besides, you know that I can't leave the capital. "
His last words were a little sad. Li Yunxiao naturally knew that he was referring to Chen Dasheng's matter. Chen Dasheng needed his True Qi to assist him in fusing the Dan. Only then could he endure for a month. Now, half a month had passed.
Li Yunxiao pondered for a moment and said, "Perhaps the old man's thinking is too simple. Even if that letter wasn't written by my father, I'm afraid that the situation in Kunjin City might not be as optimistic as everyone thinks. The Hundred Warring States had been trapped in the east of the Great Mang Mountain for hundreds of years and had never been able to break through these two places. It wasn't easy for the army to advance this time. Do you think it was just to cooperate with Qin Yang to seize the throne and lure the tiger away from the mountain? "
Qin Yue was shocked and said, "Are you saying that the Hundred Warring Kingdoms really have the intention to invade? That's terrible. If Kunjin City falls, the thirteen cities in the hinterland will be exposed to the Hundred Warring Kingdoms' cavalry. What should we do then? "
Li Yunxiao calmly analyzed, "The Hundred Warring Kingdoms' strategy and goal are both real and fake, making it difficult for us to distinguish. But to rescue Kunjin City is a trap that we can't refuse. Even if we know it's a trap, we have to jump into it. Otherwise, the consequences will be too serious! "
His words made Li Chunyang agitated. He paced back and forth in the hall and cursed from time to time, "This Qin Yang is really crazy. How could he do such a thing!"
Li Yunxiao chuckled and said, "It's not difficult to understand. He has waited for the throne for so many years, and it's finally coming to an end. In the end, the Moon Prince appeared out of nowhere and began to reverse the situation, tipping the scales in his favor. How could he not go crazy? So it's not surprising that he would take the risk out of desperation! "
Qin Yue also said angrily, "Big Brother is too selfish. For his own selfish desires, he disregarded the lives of the world. If he wants the throne, I won't fight with him! "
Shouting such righteous words could be said in front of the world, but who here was not an old fox? Instead, it showed Qin Yue's immaturity.
A minister took the opportunity to flatter, "Your Highness Moon Prince, please don't. Your Highness loves the people and has the world in your heart. You are a wise ruler and a blessing for the people. If Qin Yang takes the throne, there will be no daylight and no light. The billions of people in Aquasky Nation will be in hot water from then on. For the sake of the world, Moon Prince, please think twice! "
The minister was emotional and even used his sleeves to wipe his tears, looking like he was pleading for the world.
Qin Yue nodded and said, "Lord Xu is right. It seems that for the sake of the people, I will fight with Big Brother even if I die!"
Li Chunyang was already annoyed to death, and hearing these flattering words, he felt even more vulgar. He said coldly, "Since Lord Xu is so concerned about the country and the people, I will give you three hundred thousand soldiers. Go and solve the siege of Kunjin City."
Lord Xu's face turned red, and he was at a loss for words. He lowered his head and stammered.
White-eyed Ghostly Lord, who had been silent for a long time, suddenly said, "Young Master Yun, do you have a good plan?"
Although Li Yunxiao was young, he had subtly become a core member of their team. Moreover, White-eyed Ghostly Lord was proficient in astrological divination. She firmly believed that whether Qin Yue could obtain the throne depended on Li Yunxiao. Moreover, the situation was developing more and more according to the astrology.
When she asked this question, everyone quieted down, and all eyes fell on Li Yunxiao. The ministers beside Qin Yue all revealed disdainful and gloomy expressions. They thought to themselves that Li Chunyang was deliberately cultivating his grandson, highlighting his grandson's weight and ability by Qin Yue's side. This way, he could make a great contribution in the future and protect the Li family's foundation.
Li Yunxiao took in the ministers' expressions and sneered. "I do have a plan, but there are too many ears."
Qin Yue was stunned. She immediately waved her hand, signaling for the others to leave.
The ministers were stunned, and then displeased. Lord Xu said coldly, "Everyone here is His Highness Moon Prince's trusted aide. Young Master Yun's actions seem to indicate that you don't trust us very much."
Li Yunxiao looked at him disdainfully. "It's not that I don't trust you, it's that I don't trust you at all."
Lord Xu said angrily, "You! Li Yunxiao, you are insulting us and disrespecting His Highness Moon Prince! "
Li Yunxiao's gaze was as cold as an icy sword. "If even one word of what I said today gets out, you can stay if you dare to guarantee it with your head!" His cold gaze swept across the others. "The same goes for all of you. If you stay, prepare to have your head hung on your belt. If you have the guts, you can stay. "
Lord Xu felt as if an icy sword had pierced through his heart when Yun Che's gaze swept past him. His entire body froze, and he sucked in a breath with all his might, but he was still shivering from the cold.
The others also felt as if a blizzard had brushed past their faces, and their hearts grew cold.
Who was this Li Yunxiao? How could he have such a bone-chilling gaze?
What a joke! Why should we be responsible for our heads if the news is leaked?
They didn't want to take unnecessary risks, and they didn't dare to meet Li Yunxiao's piercing gaze. They walked out with dark expressions.
Qin Yue said hurriedly, "My dear subjects, you have worked hard for most of the day. Please rest in the residence's Intoxicated Flower Pavilion. Come, have the residence's best singers and musicians go to the Intoxicated Flower Pavilion. Also, bring out all the residence's best refreshments and fragrant tea. "
At this time, as the master, he couldn't disappoint everyone. Moreover, he knew what kind of people to use at the right time. In the past, his battles with Qin Yang were all in the dark, and he needed this group of civil officials to fight for the right position. Now that the two of them were fighting in the open, what they needed the most was the support of martial strength. Thus, the Li family's weight was greater than everyone else's.
Soon, only Li Yunxiao's group, the old master, Qin Yue, and White-eye were left in the meeting hall.
White-eye smiled lightly. "Young Master Yun, can you speak now? Or do you want me to leave as well? "
Li Yunxiao laughed heartily. "Haha, Commander Bai sure knows how to joke." He retracted his smile and said seriously, "My opinion is that we should take care of both sides!"
Qin Yue was taken aback. A trace of disappointment flashed through her eyes, but she quickly concealed it. She sighed. "This prince has also thought about it, but there is a limit to our manpower. If the capital is not overseen by Duke Jing, then how can this prince fight against eldest brother?! "
Li Chunyang also frowned. "You should know His Majesty's attitude toward our Li family. Most of the important positions in the military have been replaced by the first prince's men. Some of my former generals have also been demoted, stripped of their military authority, and have been shelved. Moreover, if Kunjin City is really besieged, the only force capable of rescuing it is the five hundred thousand soldiers in the Central Army. "
Qin Yue's expression darkened at the mention of the Central Army.
Li Chunyang continued, "However, the commander of the Central Army is the first prince, Qin Yang. Although the factions in the Central Army are complicated and Qin Yang may not have complete control, it doesn't seem very likely for him to send troops to rescue Kunjin City. Moreover, His Majesty's influence is weak now. Even if we lower the military order, I'm afraid Qin Yang will only obey on the surface. Unless I raise my arms and use some prestige, I might be able to recruit some of my former subordinates from the various armies. "
Qin Yue hurriedly said, "Duke Jing, you must not leave the capital. This prince still relies on you to oversee the affairs of this prince."
Li Yunxiao smiled faintly. "It's not a mistake for you to stay in the capital. Leave the rescue to me."
"You?" Li Chunyang was stunned. He immediately shook his head. "No! Even if I can gather some of my former subordinates, they are all unruly and unyielding. Unless I personally lead the troops, no one else will be able to command them. "
White-eye frowned. "Young master Yun is still too young. Even if Duke Jing can gather some of his former subordinates, their numbers and fighting strength will be limited. If something really happens to Kunjin City, it will be difficult for such a force to do anything. "
Seeing the worried expressions on everyone's faces, Li Yunxiao smiled. "Everyone seems to have forgotten about three people!"
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