"What should we do … what should we do …"
Inside the Seven Seas King's Mansion, Tang Lu was fidgeting restlessly. His hands were trembling as he held a teacup, and the tea almost spilled out. Tang Tian, who was beside him, wasn't any better. His face was pale as he said, "Lin Muyu actually attacked the Firefinch Division. Grandfather, if he and Xiao Han investigate together, Second Brother and I will be found out sooner or later."
Tang Lan leaned on her walking stick and looked at her two good-for-nothing grandsons indifferently. "What are you panicking about? Do you have any irrefutable evidence in the hands of Xiao Han or Lin Muyu? "
"That's not true …" Tang Lu said, "But … but Xiao Han heard our negotiation with the Demon Race. Once he reports us, I'm afraid …"
"Report you?"
Tang Lan said in a low voice, "There's no concrete evidence. What right does he have to report you? Xiao Han can't bear the crime of falsely accusing Marquis Linbei and Marquis Linxi. Why are you two so impatient? If the enemy doesn't move, we won't move. How can you achieve anything great by being so flustered? I'm so disappointed! "
Tang Lu said, "But Grandfather … what should we do now?"
"What else can we do?" Tang Lan's eyes were filled with deep disappointment. "It's a pity that Xiao Xi is inseparable from the Empress. Otherwise, she might be able to help."
"Yes, yes …" Tang Tian nodded repeatedly. He had completely lost his composure.
At this moment, an official walked in and said respectfully, "Your Highness, the son-in-law of Marquis Pingnan, Xiang Yu, requests an audience!"
"Oh?"
Tang Lan looked up and said, "Invite Marquis Pingnan in."
"Yes!"
Xiang Yu walked in, travel-worn. Beside him was Princess Wei, Tang Wei, who was also his newlywed wife. Tang Wei had a blissful smile on her face. It seemed that she and Xiang Yu had just gotten married and were deeply in love with each other.
"Xiang Yu pays his respects to Your Highness!"
Although Xiang Yu was already the son-in-law of the Tang family, he still didn't dare to be arrogant. He knelt on one knee and paid his respects.
"Marquis Pingnan, please rise."
Tang Lan raised her hand and said, "You two seem to be in a hurry. What's the matter?"
Xiang Yu replied, "Naturally, it's because of the Fire Sparrow Division. There are rumors that the two young masters, Tang Lu and Tang Tian, are secretly in contact with the demon race. Lin Muyu and Feng Jixing are currently investigating this matter. I'm not sure if it's true."
Tang Lu was startled, and laughed: "Brother-in-law, what are you saying, why would Tang Tian and I do such a thing."
Xiang Yu said indifferently, "Young Masters, there's no need to hide it from me at this time. Xiang Yu is Princess Wei's husband and can already be considered half a member of the Tang Clan. If the Tang Clan doesn't trust me, I'm afraid …"
Tang Lan raised her hand and said, "Marquis Pingnan, don't be angry. This matter still needs to be considered at length."
"It seems like the rumors outside are true."
Xiang Yu narrowed his eyes and said with a smile, "Your Highness, has our Tang Clan really contacted the Devil Race in private?"
"It can't be considered a private meeting. It's just a transaction." Tang Lan's voice was very calm as she said, "The Tang Clan's influence in North Ridge Province is declining day by day. If nothing unexpected happens, it won't be long before Her Highness the Empress will eliminate our influence one by one from Lanyan City. Although we are officials, we must also consider our own future."
Xiang Yu said, "Yes, but … I don't know what kind of transaction it was? If it's just to kill a Governor of Cangnan Province, I'm afraid it's not enough … "
Tang Lan said, "Naturally, it's not just this. But this time, the matter was actually exposed. It's all because of these two good-for-nothing descendants of the Tang Clan who were too careless. Sigh … it really disappoints me!"
"Grandfather …" Tang Lu and Tang Tian's faces were full of shame, and they couldn't speak.
Xiang Yu smiled and said, "Your Highness, I've seen Xiao Han before. He's a cautious and meticulous person. It's very difficult for those who are targeted by him to escape. This matter can't be completely blamed on the two Young Masters."
Tang Lan said, "Lin Muyu and Feng Jixing are investigating the Fire Sparrow Division. Sooner or later, Tang Lu and Tang Tian's matter will be implicated. The two of them are the last of our Tang Clan's male bloodline. We absolutely cannot lose them. We must think of a method that satisfies both sides. Marquis Pingnan, do you have any brilliant plan?"
"It can't be considered a brilliant plan. It's just a last resort."
"Please speak!"
Xiang Yu cupped his fists and said, "Your Highness, since Lin Muyu and Feng Jixing are investigating the Fire Sparrow Division, there's no need for us to panic. Let's just pretend this matter didn't happen. It's almost time for the spring recruitment. Your Highness, why don't you send the two Young Masters to the Seven Seas Province to recruit soldiers? At the same time, order them to take charge of the Seven Seas Province's military. After taking charge of the military, Lin Muyu and Feng Jixing naturally won't be able to do anything to the two Young Masters. This is like letting the tiger return to the mountain. It should be able to solve this urgent problem."
"Good, that's exactly what I was thinking!"
Tang Lan smiled and said, "Tang Lu, Tang Tian, the two of you listen up. Immediately take my Tang Clan's iron order and head to the Seven Seas Province to command the troops. Remember, the Seven Seas Province has close to three hundred thousand new and old soldiers. The two of you must train the troops diligently. Don't slack off. If you continue to play around and mess things up, I definitely won't let you off lightly!"
"Many thanks, Grandfather!"
Tang Lu and Tang Tian knelt down at the same time and said, "We won't disappoint Grandfather again!"
Tang Lan glanced at Xiang Yu intentionally or unintentionally, and the corners of his mouth curled up as he said, "Depart in three days."
"Yes!"
"How about Marquis Pingnan stay behind for a reunion dinner?"
"Yes!"
…
Late at night, Xiang Yu and Tang Wei both left the Seven Seas Lord's Palace with their guards and returned to their own residences, whereas the lights in Tang Lan's room were still dim. Tang Lu and Tang Tian stood at the side and watched Tang Lan sip his tea. Finally, Tang Lu lost his patience and said, "Grandfather, when exactly did you summon the two of us here in the middle of the night?"
Tang Lan's aged eyes looked at the two of them and said, "After the fifth watch, the two of you change into casual clothes and depart. Go out of the small western gate of Lanyan City and find the Tang Clan's barracks 2.5 kilometers away. Dispatch five thousand armored cavalry to accompany you and depart. You must leave Lanyan City at daybreak and must arrive at the Seven Seas Pass before sunset the day after tomorrow. Understand?"
Tang Lu was taken aback. "But Grandfather … didn't you say we'll depart in three days? Why are you in such a hurry? Little Brother Tian and I still have many things to pack!"
"Don't pack. When you arrive at Seven Seas Pass, what will you lack?"
Tang Lan looked at his two grandsons and said, "The two of you are the last hope of the Tang Clan. I can't let the two of you lose your lives in Lanyan City. The two of you must live up to expectations and cannot continue living in such a muddle-headed manner. Look at Lin Muyu and Feng Jixing. They are about the same age as the two of you, but they can already assume responsibility and assume the position of commander of the Empire's army. The two of you … if the two of you don't live up to expectations, the Tang Clan will really be finished."
Tang Tian nodded. "Grandfather, we understand. We'll depart at the fifth watch!"
"Remember to change into casual clothes and leave from the back door of the residence. Don't alarm anyone. Just the two of you leaving the city will be enough. I've already established a connection with the guards at the city gate. They will naturally let you out of the city."
"Yes, I understand."
Tang Lu knelt on the ground and raised his head to look at Tang Lan. His body was slightly trembling as he said, "Grandfather, Tang Lu also hopes to be able to carry the Tang Clan's foundation, and I also hope to be able to become even stronger. I know that it's very difficult for Grandfather to support it all by himself, but please believe me. Little Brother Tian and I will surely become even stronger, and we won't disappoint Grandfather!"
"En, go."
Tang Lan waved his hand and said, "I won't see you off. The two of you must take care of yourselves. The future of the Tang Clan lies in the hands of the two of you. Don't let me down."
"Yes!"
…
After the fifth watch, two fast horses hurriedly left the back door of the Tang Residence and disappeared into the night in the blink of an eye. After passing through the west gate of Lanyan City, the sky had already begun to brighten. After entering the Tang Clan's camp in the west of the city, a general came forward to welcome them. He cupped his fists and said, "General Tang Xu has received orders from His Highness. The five thousand light cavalrymen are ready to depart at any time. Young Masters, should we depart immediately?"
"Let's depart!"
Tang Lu nodded his head. After experiencing the events of last night, he seemed to have matured a lot in an instant. In his and Tang Tian's memories, Tang Lan was always so smart and capable, capable and in control of everything. But just last night, Tang Lu saw an aged and helpless expression on his grandfather's face. He felt extremely distressed. Tang Lan was old and was powerless. The future of the Tang Clan could only depend on themselves.
Tang Xu raised his long whip and loudly said, "Brothers, let's depart. We will escort the two Young Masters back to the Seven Seas Province. We will take the small path and avoid the official road!"
The majestic cavalrymen stirred up a cloud of dust. Everyone avoided the main road and passed through the small path. This group of light cavalrymen were all equipped with crossbows and spears. They could be considered the most elite troops of the Tang Clan. At this time, this army also carried Tang Lan's last hope.
…
The army galloped through the forest until sunset. They rested at the edge of the forest, fed the horses, and didn't rest after eating a full meal. They once again mounted their horses and madly galloped in the direction of the Seven Seas Pass. Although Tang Lu didn't understand the art of war, he knew that speed was important in war. The faster he moved, the safer he would be. After all, Lin Muyu and Feng Jixing might not be aware that he and Tang Tian had already left Lanyan City.
The curtain of night descended. In the middle of the night, a bright moon hung in the sky, illuminating the forest in all directions. It seemed to bring a trace of precious warmth to the chilly forest.
Tang Lu had an exhausted expression as he spurred his horse to gallop swiftly. At the side, Tang Tian spoke with slight anger. "Second Brother, why are we marching like this? There aren't any pursuers behind us. We're just torturing ourselves! Grandfather is also too much. He made us leave in such a hurry. I didn't even have time to tidy up. We didn't even bring out a single one of our dancers! "
Tang Lu frowned and said, "Stop complaining, you insensible fellow!"
"I …"
Tang Tian still wanted to argue, but he suddenly saw an icy light charging into the sky from afar, and he couldn't help but turn pale with fright. "Second Brother, be careful. There's someone there!"
"What?!"
Tang Lu, Tang Xu, and the others looked over, only to see a dense icy light in the forest at the side of the small path. In the sky, a black figure stepped on the icy light as he approached. He wore a black robe, but it was difficult to conceal the three dazzling golden stars on his collar and the armor beneath his battle robe. With a clang, he pulled out the longsword on his back. Starlight flickered as he laughed in a low voice. "Tang Lu, Tang Tian, do you two pieces of trash think you can escape?"
…
"Lin Muyu!"
Tang Lu and Tang Xu's faces were ashen at the same time.
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