Niu Youdao wouldn't easily reveal the truth of the source of the information. "This isn't important. What's important is that Xiao Yao Palace has confidence in the upcoming rebellion. It doesn't matter if they use the Prince or not. They are going to settle the score with the Prince."
Guan Fangyi rolled her eyes and said, "There are still hundreds of thousands of troops in Nanzhou. Would Xiao Yao Palace dare to act rashly?"
Niu Youdao said, "They won't act rashly. To capture the bandits, first capture the leader. They are going to capture the Prince and take him away. They want to catch me unprepared! "
Guan Fangyi didn't understand, "Catch you unprepared?"
Niu Youdao said, "I'm not by the Prince's side. I haven't appeared by the Prince's side. It's hard to understand. Long Xiu guessed that I would think of a way to deal with the Prince's killing of Shi Sheng. I am indeed thinking of a way to deal with it. The Prince publicly killed an elder of Xiao Yao Palace. Xiao Yao Palace lost face. Long Xiu, the Sect Master, couldn't sit and watch. But he was afraid that I would stop him if he made a move after the matter was settled. Thus, he decided to make a move at this time. It's indeed brilliant. I was caught unprepared. I didn't expect that they would suddenly change the commander at the critical juncture of the rebellion. "
Guan Fangyi's expression became strange. She teased, "From what you said, it seems that Long Xiu is afraid of you? Our Daoye isn't modest at all. "
What could Niu Youdao say about this? The strength of the two of them was not proportional. He also did not think that Long Xiu had any reason to be afraid of him. However, this was what Long Xiu said in the letter. Long Xiu said that he, Niu Youdao, was the most unpredictable variable. After the Imperial Court agreed, Shang Yongzhong and Xiao Yao Palace cooperated. Gao Jiancheng had already figured out their plot and sent a detailed message for them to prepare early.
Seeing that he didn't say anything, Guan Fangyi asked, "What should we do?"
Niu Youdao pondered and said, "Capturing Shang Chaozong to force me to show myself. I reckon that they'll be looking for me to settle the affairs of Nanzhou. Once Nanzhou is fine, it'll be the day Your Highness dies."
Guan Fangyi sighed, "Sigh, this Prince! Fortunately, you knew the news in advance. Hurry up and inform the Prince to get away. "
Niu Youdao also wanted to do the same. That was the first thought that came to his mind, but on second thought, if he really did that, Gao Jiancheng might be exposed. Gao Jiancheng's position was comparable to a million soldiers, he could not afford to be careless. He had to think of a way to protect Gao Jiancheng and not let any suspicion fall on him.
After thinking for a while, he asked, "Are they still arguing about the hundreds of thousands of captives?"
Guan Fangyi nodded. "That's what Gongsun Bu said."
Niu Youdao nodded. "Just as well. This is an excellent excuse. He sent a message to the Prince, telling him that the Prince would continue to take charge of the rebellion. He also asked Meng Shanming to lead the one hundred thousand cavalrymen back. As for the captives, the Prince made a prompt decision. He ordered Meng Shanming to lead a hundred thousand cavalrymen to escort the hundreds of thousands of captives back to the war-torn area. Most of the people from the Great Zen Mountain would retreat with Meng Shanming. Tell the Prince and General Meng that this is the Prince's decision. Don't let anyone else know that this is my idea. "
"This …" Guan Fangyi was shocked. "If we remove the guards around the Prince, wouldn't it be easier for the Prince to be in danger?"
Niu Youdao said, "He has to bear the risk himself, we can't let others take it all. He has been too successful these few years, it's time for him to suffer a little. Meng Shanming must be transferred away, otherwise, Meng Shanming will not let him be in danger. I don't want the Old General to fall because of this conspiracy, we must ensure his safety first. "
Guan Fangyi did not understand why he made this decision. She said anxiously, "Daoye, you can ask Shang Chaozong and Meng Shanming to retreat now!"
Niu Youdao turned around and looked at her coldly. "Quick! Do it now! "There was no room for negotiation in his tone.
Guan Fangyi sighed. She did not understand what he was thinking, but she knew that there must be a reason for his decision. She could only turn around and carry out his order.
After a golden wing was released, she came back and asked, "Don't you want to inform Huang Lie?"
Niu Youdao said, "Don't worry. The main force has been evacuated. Facing Xiao Yao Palace's attack, Huang Lie will not risk his life for the Prince. He will obediently retreat. There is no need to remind him. The more people I remind, the easier it is for the news to leak. "
…
At the gathering place of the army, not long after the golden wing landed, Gongsun Bu hurriedly came to the main tent. He saw Shang Chaozong and a group of generals discussing the next step of the plan to suppress the rebellion. He waited at the side. When Shang Chaozong looked at him, he gave him a look.
Shang Chaozong knew that Niu Youdao must have given him some new instructions. He quickly announced the plan and dismissed everyone.
At this time, Gongsun Bu Fang presented the message from Niu Youdao.
After reading the secret letter, Shang Chaozong was surprised. He pondered for a while and slowly nodded. "Reply. Do it immediately."
Gongsun Bu cupped his hands, turned around, and left.
Meng Shanming, who was sitting in the wheelchair, asked, "What does Daoye want?"
Shang Chaozong stepped forward and gave him the secret letter.
Meng Shanming read the letter and was surprised. "He wants to evacuate the Prince's forces at this time?"
After hesitating for a while, Shang Chaozong Slowly said, "Daoye would not do something without reason. There must be a reason for him to do this at this time."
Meng Shanming frowned. He understood the reason, but he felt that this would put the Prince in danger. However, he couldn't figure out Niu Youdao's intention. So, he was silent.
Shang Chaozong turned around and shouted, "Ask Sovereign Emperor to come here."
"Yes!" The messenger outside replied.
Not long after, Huang Lie led a few elders into the tent. He cupped his hands and smiled. "Prince, what are your orders?"
Shang Chaozong said firmly. "I have made up my mind. I have decided to bring the captives back and settle them first … …"
When he told Shang Chaozong the plan, Huang Lie was stunned. He asked, "Our men are escorting the captives. What about you, Prince?"
Shang Chaozong said, "Sovereign Emperor, don't worry. I will not harm myself. I have my own plans."
After coordinating the internal affairs, Shang Chaozong immediately gave the order. This order surprised the others. They didn't expect Shang Chaozong to still decide to pardon the captives.
Since he had given the order, the other feudal vassals couldn't say anything.
Only Gamiao Shui strongly objected. He felt that Shang Chaozong shouldn't make the decision for the captives and should wait for the Imperial Court's arrangement.
However, his objection was useless here. The army would still carry out the execution, not the opinion of Gamiao Shui.
Subsequently, Meng Shan Ming personally commanded the army to escort the captives and left under the gaze of the crowd.
After that, Shang Chaozong, under the escort of Huang Lie and the others, joined the command center of Haozhou's Su Qitong's troops and commanded the army to continue to pursue the Wugong Ridge rebel army.
… …
After all, people and horses would be tired. While the army was rushing, they inevitably stopped to rest.
A group of guests quietly came to the temporary tent of the Tuzhou Provincial Governor An Xianzhao. The Elder of Xiao Yao Palace, Shen Yuhong, and a group of experts of Xiao Yao Palace quietly came from the nearby mountain forest.
Yuan Long, the Elder of Spirit Sword Mountain, who was responsible for overseeing the troops in Tuzhou, heard the news and came out. When he saw Shen Yuhong, he curiously asked, "Brother Shen, why are you here?"
An Xianzhao then appeared from the tent. After greeting them, he was about to leave. He wanted to avoid the matter between the two sects.
Unexpectedly, Shen Yuhong raised his hand and said, "Mr. An, please wait."
The group of people here was baffled and didn't know what to do.
An Xianzhao doubtfully asked, "What's the matter, Elder Shen?"
Shen Yuhong pointed at the central military tent. "There are many people outside. Can we talk inside?"
An Xianzhao looked at Shi Yuanlong. The latter doubtfully asked, "Brother Shen, what's the matter?"
Shen Yuhong smiled and reached into his sleeve. From the two letters in his sleeve, he took out a letter and showed it to Shi Yuanlong.
Shi Yuanlong opened the letter and found that it was a letter from the Sect Leader of Spirit Sword Mountain, Meng Xuan. In the letter, there were only a few instructions, but his face suddenly changed. He then reached out and made the decision on behalf of An Xianzhao. "Please come inside."
The irrelevant people were dismissed, and the group of people entered. After the curtain was put down, Shi Yuanlong said with a sinking voice, "Do you want to make a move on Shang Chaozong?"
The nearby Tuzhou Provincial Governor An Xianzhao was startled. He knew the purpose of these people.
Shen Yuhong said with a sinking voice, "Brother Yuan Long, have you forgotten that your Senior Brother died in the hands of King Ning?"
Shi Yuanlong slightly raised his eyebrows, thinking, 'That matter has long passed. Why do you want to talk about it with me?'
Shen Yuhong continued, "Now, this Shang Chaozong doesn't know the immensity of heaven and earth. He actually imitated his father to make a move on our Xiao Yao Palace. He's really tired of living. How could our Xiao Yao Palace let him be so rampant? Does he really think that we don't dare to deal with him?"
Shi Yuanlong looked at the letter in his hand. "If you want to make a move, I have no objection. But I have to remind you that he's not that easy to deal with. If you're not careful, you might stir up trouble."
Shen Yuhong chuckled, turned around and said, "Prince, at this time, there's no need to be secretive anymore."
Prince? Everyone's eyes followed his gaze and saw that among the people from Xiao Yao Palace, one of them lifted his hand and tore off his mask, revealing his real face. It was the Commander-in-Chief Yan, Shang Yongzhong. He smiled and cupped his hands toward everyone. "Forgive me, forgive me. I have no other choice. Please forgive me."
Shi Yuanlong was surprised. "Prince De?"
At the side, Tuzhou Provincial Governor An Xianzhao was also surprised. He realized that not only Xiao Yao Palace, but the Imperial Court also wanted to make a move on Shang Chaozong.
Due to their nominal superior and subordinate relationship, An Xianzhao hurriedly stepped forward and greeted, "This general pays his respects to the Commander-in-Chief!"
"Hey, no need to be so courteous. No need to be so courteous." Shang Yongzhong smiled and supported him with both hands. He patted his arm and said, "General An, we haven't seen each other for many years. You look even more elegant than before. Haha!" His attitude was abnormally intimate.
An Xianzhao replied courteously. They weren't the same kind of people. Even though Shang Yongzhong was the Commander-in-Chief Yan, An Xianzhao was the one with the army under him. What was there to be intimate about?
Shen Yuhong said, "Prince, now isn't the time to be polite. If you have something to say, just say it."
"Okay, okay, okay." Shang Yongzhong nodded. He looked around and stared at the hanging map. He walked to the front of the map and searched for a while with his finger. He said, "About fifty Li from here, there is a long and narrow mountain range. When Shang Chaozong's one hundred thousand cavalrymen enter, the experts will be able to destroy two sides of the mountain range. The one hundred thousand cavalrymen won't be able to move freely and will be like a turtle in a jar. We can eliminate them in one go. It will be easy and effortless."
He turned around and looked at the crowd. He smiled and said, "Of course, we still need the cooperation of General An's men."
Shen Yuhong continued, "Don't worry. Su Qitong is originally a member of Xiao Yao Palace. Since Martial Brother Shi Sheng has gone, I am here to represent Xiao Yao Palace to take over. The men of Haozhou will naturally cooperate. If both sides work together, it will be a favorable time, place, and people. It won't be a problem to break this tiger claw of Shang Chaozong. In addition … "
He pointed at Shi Yuanlong and said, "Brother Yuanlong, we still need you to deal with the Great Zen Mountain. Before the incident, think of a way to lure Huang Lie to the side. As long as we can control Huang Lie, the men of the Great Zen Mountain won't dare to act recklessly. After that, it will be easy to control Shang Chaozong. With Shang Chaozong in our hands, the men of Southern Prefecture won't dare to act recklessly. Xiao Yao Palace will settle the rest. "
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