When Ang Lee hurried back to Queen City, the sky was already completely dark. Fortunately, Dongnu Province's night curfew was not strict. Moreover, the Dongnu Province soldiers guarding the gate recognized Ang Lee, so they let him in easily.
"Li Xiaowei, you're finally back. This afternoon, the Fifth Minister sent people to invite you three times. They seemed to be very anxious."
A soldier said as he walked over to lead the horse.
Ang Lee was slightly startled. "Did they say anything?"
"They didn't say anything the first two times. The last time, they asked Li Xiaowei to go to the Fifth Minister's residence as soon as possible after you return."
Ang Lee waved his hand to dismiss the soldier. He turned around and said, "Kun Xiong, follow me to the Fifth Minister's residence."
"Yes, Big Brother."
The two of them did not stop and immediately rushed to Zhao Wufu's residence.
In the Fifth Minister's residence, Zhao Wufu was anxiously pacing back and forth. Although he knew that Ang Lee went to the South Gate to visit the Fifth Minister in the morning, it would not take an entire day to travel 40 miles back and forth.
Did he encounter an accident on the way, or was he unable to persuade the Fifth Minister and was detained by the Fifth Minister?
After not having contact for many years, Zhao Wufu could no longer understand his third brother. The Great Minister Zhao Daiwen was so polite, but in the end, he turned to the Tibetans. What kind of person was the Fifth Minister?
There was no knowing what was in a person's heart. The actions of the Great Minister and the Fourth Minister had already subverted the Fifth Minister's view of human nature. Even the Great Minister, whom he trusted and respected the most, had a problem. How could he understand the Fifth Minister who he did not have much contact with?
At this moment, Zhao Wufu was as anxious as an ant on a hot pan. Although Ang Lee was not his relative, he was the only person who could help Dongnu Province get out of this predicament. Without Ang Lee's help, he did not have much confidence in dealing with the Great Minister and the Fourth Minister, as well as the Tibetan Empire behind them.
Ang Lee was his benefactor and the savior of the entire Dongnu Province. If Ang Lee was lost, Dongnu Province would be in an extremely dangerous situation.
"Fifth Minister, Ang Lee is here."
Zhao Wufu was overjoyed when he heard this and hurriedly went up to greet him. "Why did you come back so late, Officer Li? Did anything happen on the way?"
Ang Lee smiled gently. "Thank you for your concern, Fifth Prime Minister. The journey was smooth, but I had a pleasant conversation with Third Prime Minister. It was only when the sun was setting that I reluctantly parted. I didn't think that I would make Fifth Prime Minister worry about me."
"Good, it's good that you're fine, it's good that you're fine, it's good that you're fine."
Zhao Wufu heaved a long sigh, trying to calm himself down.
"What did San Xiang say? How much can he help us?"
"Don't worry, Five Prime Ministers. I've already convinced the Three Prime Ministers. They're willing to fully assist us in crushing the Tubo's conspiracy."
"Good. That's great. With the help of the Three Phases, our chances of winning will be even greater."
Zhao Wufu was very excited. He paused and said, "That's right, Officer Li, I made an important discovery in the city today. I was just about to discuss it with you."
"What important discovery?"
"Early this morning, a person who claimed to be the murderer of the family massacre came to me. He said that there were more than 20 people who participated in the operation that night. Other than Mu Dayong who was captured by me, half of the remaining people were killed by the Great Minister. The other half had a bad premonition and hid. However, they felt that hiding was not a solution, so they wanted to rely on me and expose the Great Minister's crimes to atone for their crimes."
"Oh, there's actually such a thing. How do you plan to deal with it?"
"I was hesitating for a moment, so I came to discuss it with you."
"I want to hear your opinion first."
Zhao Wufu frowned and thought for a moment. He said seriously, "I think this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. As long as we bring these people to you and let them expose the Great Minister's crimes, you will understand that the Great Minister has already relied on the Tubo. In this way, we can strike first and gain the upper hand. We can immediately send troops to surround the Great Minister's mansion and capture the Great Minister and the Fourth Prime Minister in one fell swoop."
"What Five Prime Ministers said is also a way. However, the Great Minister has already placed spies around King Guichang. Moreover, I don't know how many spies there are. I'm afraid that the Great Minister will know the news as soon as Five Prime Ministers bring these people into the palace. It's not easy to capture the Great Minister and the others in one fell swoop. In addition, King Guichang is benevolent. Based on the crimes that the Great Minister and the others have committed, how do you think he will deal with them?"
"This …"
Zhao Wufu was also worried about this situation, especially Zhao Yefu who was benevolent. Even if he knew that his uncle had committed crimes, he was afraid that he would only be demoted. Obviously, this would bring great hidden dangers in the future.
"Li Xiaowei thinks that the crimes committed by the Great Minister and the others are too light. Do we really have to wait for the Great Minister to let the Tubo army enter the country before we launch a counterattack?"
Ang Lee smiled faintly, "If we don't teach the Tubo people a lesson with blood, do you think that the Tubo people will give up on annexing Dongnu Province?"
Zhao Wufu was shocked when he heard this. His eyes widened, "Li Xiaowei is planning to annihilate the Tubo border army?"
He suddenly understood that Ang Lee was planning to play a big game of chess. The chessboard was the entire Dongnu Province. Ang Lee was planning to lure the Tubo army into Dongnu Province and then annihilate them in Dongnu Province.
He is brave and far-sighted. What a terrifying young man. Fortunately, he is not an enemy.
Zhao Wufu suddenly felt that Ang Lee was more terrifying than he imagined. He was glad that Ang Lee was a comrade and not an enemy.
Ang Lee did not care about what Zhao Wufu was thinking. He took out a map from his chest and placed it in front of Zhao Wufu, "Five Ministers, these days, I have sent many people to investigate the important mountains and rivers in Dongnu Province. It is basically the same as what is marked on the map. This is the Tubo border. The Tubo army is stationed here. Once the Great Minister allows the Tubo army to enter the country, the Tubo army will definitely pass by here no matter which road they take."
Zhao Wufu's eyes lit up, "This is the Zimu Road. It is indeed the only road from Tubo to the Queen's City. The road here is narrow and can only accommodate two people riding side by side. On one side is the Zimu Mountain, which is difficult to climb, and on the other side is the Zimu River. If we set an ambush here, we will definitely be able to deal a heavy blow to the Tubo army. However, there are definitely Tubo spies in Dongnu Province. If we set an ambush here, we will definitely be discovered."
Ang Lee nodded lightly, "All the troops in Dongnu Province should be under the surveillance of the Tubo spies. If there are any abnormal movements, we will definitely not be able to hide it from the Tubo people. Therefore, the ambush will be led by the Tang Army. Five Ministers, you only need to open the checkpoint and let the main force of the Tang dynasty enter."
"However, a large number of the Tang Army's troops have entered Dongnu Province. How can this escape the eyes of the Tubo spies?"
Ang Lee smiled and pointed at the map in front of him, "I have already asked my subordinates to investigate. There is a remote and difficult path here that leads directly to the valley where the Three Ministers are. Five Ministers, you can temporarily transfer the soldiers here and replace them with trusted subordinates. The troops of the Tang dynasty will move at night. In this way, we can do our best to avoid the eyes of the Tubo spies."
Zhao Wufu looked at the map carefully, "I remember now. There is indeed a path here. However, it has been abandoned for many years. Other than hunters, ordinary people will not use this path. They are afraid that it will be difficult for the army to pass through."
"Five Ministers, don't worry. No matter how difficult the path is, it will not be able to stop the footsteps of the troops of the Tang dynasty."
Zhao Wufu nodded his head in relief, "The valley where the Three Ministers are located is only thirty miles away from the Zimu Road. We can reach there in a few hours. It is indeed a good place to hide the troops. However, we first need to know when the Tubo spies will pass through the Zimu Road."
"All signs indicate that the Tubo spies are about to lose their patience. They should take action soon. We just need to wait and see."
"When will the main force of the Tang Army enter the country?"
"In the next few days. Five Ministers, you need to prepare as soon as possible."
"Don't worry about this. I know what to do."
Later, Ang Lee and Zhao Wufu discussed many details. It was not until midnight that Ang Lee said goodbye and left.
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In the Tang Army's camp in Yazhou, General Chen Xuanli of the Tang dynasty was standing on a high platform and admiring the surrounding scenery. Beside him were several capable generals. This time, he was ordered by the Emperor of the Tang dynasty to back up Ang Lee. He held the power given by the Emperor in his hand. He could mobilize the entire army of Jiannan Road with the Commander's Seal in his hand.
"General, the Queen's City has been very lively recently. However, our place is too quiet. Did we come to the South to watch the show?"
"Yes. Ang Lee is commanding the wind and clouds in the Queen's City. However, we are here in the cold wind. I really don't know what His Majesty is thinking. He let a Lieutenant handle such a big matter and let the General be a foil."
Several generals of the Dragon Army were a little angry. After all, they were generals. Their positions were much higher than Ang Lee's. However, they were placed in an unimportant position. On the other hand, Ang Lee was the main character of the entire Tang dynasty's diplomatic mission.
"Foil."
Chen Xuanli frowned. "I didn't even complain about being a foil. What do you have to complain about? Moreover, Ang Lee is a rare talent. You have seen his performance."
"General, but he is just a lowly Lieutenant. His position is low. Let us …"
"Shut up."
Chen Xuanli glared at the generals. "Although Ang Lee's position is low, he is only in his teens. With his ability, his position will surpass yours in a few years. He might even be above me. When I was Ang Lee's age, my position was lower than his. You are jealous of Ang Lee."
Hearing this, the generals lowered their heads and did not say anything.
"General, Lieutenant Li sent a subordinate here. He said that he has something important to discuss with you."
Chen Xuanli and the generals looked at each other and smiled. "Speak of the devil. Haha. Let's go and have a look."
Chen Xuanli walked down the platform with a few of his capable subordinates and headed toward the central tent.
"Lifei Shouyu greets the General."
Lifei Shouyu saluted Chen Xuanli.
Chen Xuanli nodded and went straight to the point. "What did Lieutenant Li send you here for?"
"Replying to the Great General, Li Xiaowei has already found the traitor in the East Maiden Kingdom and speculated that the Tufan army will enter the East Maiden Kingdom soon. Therefore, I request for the Great General to lead the main forces into the East Maiden Kingdom to deal a heavy blow to the Tufan army."
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