Xiong Jinshui couldn't help but look nervously at Pang Xiao. Here, Prince Zhong Shun was the one who had the final say. As long as he said a word, he could decide his life or death.
Pang Xiao's expression was calm. There wasn't a trace of emotion on his face. This kind of situation made Xiong Jinshui most afraid. If Pang Xiao was willing to vent his anger, it would at least mean that he wasn't so angry that he couldn't speak.
But what could he do? Your Majesty had given an edict. Who would question it? Did they not want their heads anymore?
"Alright, everyone, calm down." Pang Xiao was silent for a long time before finally speaking. The noisy scene finally quieted down. Everyone looked at Pang Xiao, waiting for his orders.
Xiong Jinshui swallowed with difficulty. At this time, he deeply felt that as long as Pang Xiao gave the order, his soldiers would immediately rebel regardless of the consequences! And he would also become a ghost under the knife!
"Your Majesty has given an edict. This subject will only accept it. Your Majesty must have his own reasons for making a decision. How can this subject question it? Everyone, don't say anything more! "Pang Xiao reprimanded in a low voice. Then he accepted the edict with both hands and kowtowed in thanks.
Xiong Jinshui let out a long sigh of relief. He felt a great sense of relief as if he had just survived a disaster. He hurriedly bowed and walked out as if there was a hungry wolf chasing after him.
Xie Yue and Xu Weizhi stood on either side of Pang Xiao. Seeing Xiong Jinshui leave, they couldn't help but sigh with worry.
"When Eunuch Xiong returns, he might exaggerate what happened here. At that time, I don't know how the Emperor will misunderstand and how he will treat Wang Ye."
"Let him be." Pang Xiao held the imperial edict in his hand. His fingertips were white from gripping it so hard. "In any case, we have already come this far. Even if I don't do anything, I will still be suspected of having bad intentions."
"Wang Ye, for the Son of Heaven to make such a decision, he really doesn't care about the comfort of Da Zhou. Right now, the most important thing is that the Tatan are about to break into the capital. We should lead the army into the city gate and go straight through the capital to the north of the city to rendezvous with Marquis Dingbei. The most important thing is to discuss how to repel the Tatars, "Xu Weizhi said with a frown.
"This King also knows that this is what he should do, but perhaps the Emperor is waiting for me to disobey the Emperor again."
Everyone fell silent upon hearing this.
If he disobeyed the imperial edict this time, it would be different from before. In the past, he had resisted the imperial edict to save his wife and had not harmed anyone else's interests. He had simply refused to comply with the imperial edict and return to the capital. But now, if he defied the imperial edict and directly led the army into the capital, it would look like he was trying to force the emperor to abdicate and usurp the throne. The history books would condemn him in speech and in writing. It would be inevitable that he and all of his followers would have a stain on their names.
Pang Xiao absolutely could not allow himself to have such a stain on his name.
Fortunately, Ji Zeyu was a god-like strategist. Pang Xiao was quite clear about his ability. Right now, he could still hold on for a while, enough for him to quickly march around Jiashao Valley.
While Pang Xiao was discussing with his strategists, the news of Your Majesty's imperial edict had gradually spread among the army. When they heard that Your Majesty had actually made them wait for so many days, but in the end, he gave the order to take a detour, everyone was very puzzled.
Some of the more straightforward ones had already begun to sigh with emotion.
"Isn't it because he's afraid of our Wang Ye? Wang Ye brought us into the capital to kill the Tatars, but Your Majesty is so narrow-minded, guarding against us as if we were thieves. It's really chilling. "
"Enough, this is not something we can say." Some of the more cautious ones came out to stop them and changed the topic, "What did Wang Ye say? Are we really going to take a detour to Jiashao Valley? "
"If the ruler wants the subject to die, the subject has no choice but to die. What can Wang Ye do?"
Everyone was silent for a moment. Some people couldn't help but think that if Wang Ye was willing to lead them into the capital, it would be great.
This kind of conversation was happening in every corner of the Southern Ping Army's camp.
Qin Yining reclined on the wooden couch in the tent, hugging the quilt as she stared at the door in a daze.
Li Qitian had given such an imperial edict. He really did not trust Pang Xiao at all. If Pang Xiao really wanted to take a detour to Jiashao Valley, he probably wouldn't bring her along.
Rationally, Qin Yining knew that as a woman, she wouldn't be of any help to Pang Xiao if she went to the front line. She might even become Pang Xiao's burden and weakness. However, emotionally, she was already used to being with Pang Xiao. Now that they were going to be separated again, she really didn't want to.
When Pang Xiao came back, he saw Ji Yun and Bing Tang quietly doing needlework at the door. Qin Yining was wrapped in a quilt and lying on her side.
He thought that Qin Yining was asleep and immediately made a shushing gesture. He excused Bing Tang and Ji Yun from bowing and tiptoed to the side of the wooden bed.
Qin Yining heard the footsteps and immediately looked over.
"Did I wake you up?" Pang Xiao smiled and sat down.
Qin Yining shook her head, "No, I wasn't asleep. I was just thinking about something." She flipped over and sat up. She casually combed her messy long hair, "When do you plan to leave for Jiashao Valley?"
"The imperial edict has already been issued. I can only leave tomorrow morning to report. Otherwise, people will misunderstand that I intend to rebel against the imperial edict. "
Qin Yining nodded and said worriedly, "Time is tight. Right now, we are bringing so many people. Food is also a problem. Can you handle it? "
Pang Xiao pinched her face with his large hand, "Don't worry, I can handle it. The only thing I am worried about is you. Sister Yi, I can't bring you to the frontline. If it was in the past, I would have brought you with me wherever I went. Only when you are in front of me can I feel at ease. But this time we will have to fight a bloody battle with the Tatars. I am afraid I won't be able to protect you. "
"I know." Qin Yining smiled, "I am not stupid. I am four months pregnant now. What can I do to help if I follow you to the battlefield? On the contrary, it will be inconvenient for me to recuperate. I am also afraid that it will affect my child. "
Pang Xiao sighed in relief. Seeing that she was so open-minded and chose the most reasonable path without his persuasion, he really liked and admired her. But he really couldn't bear to part with Qin Yining.
"Sister Yi, where do you plan to go?"
Qin Yining thought for a moment and said, "I want to go to Golden Port. Lord Chen there is an upright person. We have lived there for a while, and he can get along well with the people there. Moreover, it is near the sea. If there is anything, we will be able to deal with it. In addition, it is also the hub to the south. We must pass through the place to transfer the provisions. If you want to bring the troops to outflank the Tatan, the provisions will have to follow. You just need to go and let me take care of the provisions. "
Pang Xiao looked at Qin Yining in surprise, "You will take care of the provisions and military?
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"You think I can't?" Qin Yining raised her eyebrows and tilted her head to look at him.
The way her watery eyes and long eyelashes fluttered really made people's hearts itch.
Pang Xiao couldn't help but hug her and said with a smile, "I naturally trust your ability. I am worried about your health. Originally, I wanted to let Mr. Xie stay and take care of the provisions and military for me. Since that is the case, why don't I leave this to you and let Mr. Xie stay to assist you. You can also discuss with each other. If you encounter a problem, you won't have to worry about it alone. "
Qin Yining said with a smile, "That is naturally good. Mr. Xie is resourceful and meticulous. Thinking about it, I won't be too tired. I can find a place in Golden Port to wait for the birth. "
"Yes." Pang Xiao looked at Qin Yining. After a long time, he sighed and held her hands to his lips, kissing them gently, "This time, I am afraid I can't be by your side when you give birth. I can't be by your side during the most difficult time, but I have to … "
"Don't say that."
Qin Yining pointed at the corner of his mouth and said with a smile, "You are going to do something serious, not go sightseeing. Don't worry, I know how to take care of myself. The next time we meet, you will have another son or daughter.
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Pang Xiao wanted to nod repeatedly. For a moment, the corner of his mouth rose and he couldn't help but smile.
Qin Yining was amused by his silly look and comforted himself in his heart. They were only separated for a short time. When the war was over, they would naturally be able to reunite. Pang Xiao was a godly commander, so there shouldn't be any major problems.
Pang Xiao turned over and laid down. He whispered to Qin Yining and analyzed the current situation. They also discussed what might happen in the future.
As for Bing Tang and Ji Yun, they had already gone to prepare Qin Yining's luggage.
Pang Xiao brought ten Jinghu Wei for Qin Yining. Qin Yining also had people from the Qingtian Alliance and the Silver Masked Spy by his side. His safety was guaranteed.
The next morning, Qin Yining changed into a stone green cotton cloak. His long black hair was loosely tied into a bun. He stood beside the carriage with a smile and looked up at Pang Xiao.
"Alright, you still have important things to do. The South Pacifying Army will also set off in a while. Don't settle down here. I will get in the carriage and set off now."
Pang Xiao nodded and whispered, "Don't work too hard. If there's anything, just leave it to Mr. Xie. You have to put your own health first. Everything else is secondary. You don't have to worry about me here. This time, I am cooperating with Ah Lan. I am confident. "
"I know. I will also do my best to prepare your provisions. "
Pang Xiao smiled. "I know your ability, but you don't have to be too nervous. Maybe His Majesty will send someone else to take care of the grain for the sake of his reputation."
Qin Yining chuckled, "Why don't I believe it?"
Seeing her like this, Pang Xiao couldn't help but laugh as well.
Pang Xiao carried Qin Yining and carefully put him into the carriage. He helped her tidy her hair and smiled, "It's getting late. You should set off quickly. Don't delay and stay at a hotel on the way."
"You should go back too." Qin Yining helped him tidy up his collar and smiled, "Although winning the war is important, your life is more important. You must take care of yourself. Don't worry about it every time. Don't think that you can shoulder everything by yourself. Don't sacrifice yourself to save others. Promise me, don't make me worry. "
Pang Xiao held her hand and said, "Don't worry, I promise.
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The two looked at each other and smiled. At this moment, they seemed to have engraved each other's appearance in their hearts.
Xie Yue and Jinghu Wei walked to the side of the carriage.
Pang Xiao nodded at Xie Yue. The meaning of entrusting her to him was obvious in his eyes. Xie Yue had followed Pang Xiao for a long time and naturally understood. She cupped her hands and bowed with a serious expression.
"Wang Ye, don't worry."
Pang Xiao nodded and looked at Qin Yining, "Go. Take good care of yourself. We can also send more messages."
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