"Uncle Chang."

"Are you ready for all this?"

Chang Baicao was busy collecting medicinal herbs.

After seeing Ning Que, he did not put down the work in his hands.

"Don't worry, everything is ready."

"Hey, why don't you stay in Linzi?" Ning Que chuckled and whispered, "Going out to sea is too risky. Reclaiming the Five Islands is just a minor undertaking. The main thing is to guard against Tian Zhongxun's rebellion in the rear. If he leads his troops to attack Linzi, there will be rivers of bloodshed. I feel you can better stabilize the situation by staying in Linzi."

"you……"

"Hey, you don't have to thank me."

"I know you don't like boat rides."

"No, are you two sick?" Chang Baicao said with a dark face and a speechless face, "Qinghe just left and asked me to go out to sea with her. She also said that you like to charge into battle and get hurt easily. Although you are good at medicine, doctors cannot heal themselves. You have a strong personality and she is really worried. She is afraid that you will do the same as the last Northern Expedition and finally force yourself to lead the soldiers back to Yanmen."

“…”

Ning Que was suddenly speechless.

He hurried forward to help pack the herbs.

Shen Qinghe was completely worried about him.

This silly girl...

"If you want to show off your affection, don't come to me."

"Then you should stay in Linzi."

"Um."

Chang Baicao nodded, and then handed over the jade bottle. "This is the life-saving pill I worked so hard to develop. If you are seriously injured, you can take one pill and save your life."

"Okay."

Ning Que suddenly smiled.

He placed Chang Baicao in charge of Linzi out of consideration for the greater good. While fighting might break out at the Bailing Five Islands, it wouldn't be a major event. On the contrary, Linzi would be subjected to a relentless attack by Tian Zhongxun, inevitably resulting in numerous casualties. Chang Baicao's presence would also invisibly strengthen Linzi's defenses.

"Uncle Chang——"

"Here we go again."

Chang Baicao shook his head helplessly.

Pointed at Shen Qinghe who was walking towards him from a distance.

Looking at the two of them, he sighed.

In fact, he wanted to go out to sea with them.

He didn't want the old King Ning's regret to happen again.

Looking back to the past, the old King Ning was going to march west again.

Logically, he should have gone to war with the army.

But the old King Ning did not let him go.

At that time, a plague broke out in Jingyang.

The old King Ning asked him to stay in Jingyang.

result……

This is also Chang Baicao's regret.

He was backstabbed by his apprentice and nearly fell to his death. Old Ning Wang happened to be passing by while hunting, saw him, and risked his life to rescue him. Old Ning Wang later avenged his apprentice by killing him. From then on, Chang Baicao began serving Old Ning Wang.

He knew that it was useless for him to follow.

The Battle of Hulu Valley was not something he could change.

Even if he went, he would die there.

But he still felt a little uncomfortable.

Later, Ning Que married Lin Xianhong and insisted that he take her as his apprentice. However, he never expected that Lin Xianhong would end up doing something like abortion, which made him extremely ashamed.

Ning Que's expedition to the east by sea this time also involves dangers.

But just as Ning Que said, both sides are very dangerous.

Compared with overseas, Linzi City is more difficult.

"Why is my husband here too?"

"Okay, you two continue."

Shen Qinghe looked at this scene, somewhat bewildered. Ning Que reluctantly took her hand, "Didn't I tell you to rest at home for the next few days and not go so far? I've already told Uncle Chang to stay in Linzi. Don't argue with me about this, it's settled."

"I'm afraid you'll get hurt again..."

Shen Qinghe looked at Ning Que, raised her hand to brush the ends of her hair, and whispered, "I always dream about you, covered in blood, struggling on the grassland. If I hadn't been lucky that time, you might have..."

"rest assured."

Ning Que smiled and held her in his arms.

Gently stroke her head.

Qingfeng and the other maids tactfully dispersed.

“Now, I am no longer alone.”

"I promise you, I will come back."

"During the attack on Bailing Goto, I stayed far away. I definitely didn't go to the front lines, I just commanded from the back."

"good……"

In fact, Shen Qinghe is a very strong person.

She was about to cry, partly out of concern for Ning Que's safety and partly because of her pregnancy. Ning Que knew all of this, so he tried his best to comfort her.

"Your Majesty."

"Your Majesty!"

"Um?"

Only then did Ning Que let Shen Qinghe go.

Tie Niu was embarrassed and at a loss.

“Ahem…”

"Um, Your Majesty..."

"Tell me, what's the matter?"

Tie Niu stepped forward and whispered, "We just received news that Qi's warships have arrived at Linzi Port one after another. They've also arrived with the King of Qi's 30,000 dan of grain and fodder."

"Just ask County Magistrate Ouyang to take inventory."

Tie Niu nodded in agreement and continued, "Gu Yuan wrote a letter on behalf of the Qi naval commanders, hoping that the prince can lead the troops to the battle as soon as possible. In addition..."

"Um?"

Tie Niu lowered his voice, "There's news that Qi has also begun mobilizing troops. Tian Zhongxun is extremely angry and is clearly planning a major move. He has also sent people to secretly sail to Goguryeo and sent letters to the King of Chu and the King of Jin, clearly intending to join forces with them in rebellion."

"Okay, I understand."

Ning Que nodded.

These should be the information reported by Lin Jiang.

He sent Lin Jiang to pass on the news that he had captured Tian Dan and knew the location of Treasure Island. Even if Tian Zhongxun was quick, he couldn't outsmart him. Tian Zhongxun ultimately lost the Treasure Island, but he still trusted Lin Jiang. Plus, since they were in need of talent, Lin Jiang was considered part of the inner circle.

As for these news, Ning Que didn't care.

Because these are similar to what he predicted.

Mitsuda Nakaxun's rebellion was no match for the Dafeng cavalry. Therefore, when he chose this step, he had to go all the way, completely tearing off all ties and launching a direct rebellion. This was the perfect opportunity to kill Ning Que while the main Dafeng army was dispatched to Goguryeo. Then, he could join forces with the King of Chu and the King of Jin, dividing Dafeng into three groups.

Tian Zhongxun would then first attack Linzi, ideally capturing Shen Qinghe alive. This would serve as leverage. He would then seize control of Jibei and Jinan Commanderies in Lu, gaining access to Liaodong and completely thwarting the Fengtian Army's eastern expedition against Goguryeo. Combined with Goguryeo, Tian Zhongxun would dominate the East!

Of course, Emperor Feng had already taken action.

The King of Chu and the King of Jin could not cause any trouble.

"Okay, back off."

"As for the Eastern Expedition, there is no rush for now."

"Wait a few days and then you will go out to sea."

"I'll arrange it now."

Tie Niu raised his hand and said goodbye.

Ning Que looked towards the east and breathed a sigh of relief.

"This is a joint sea and land operation."

"The navy is responsible for capturing the island and ensuring logistics."

"My uncle led his army across the Liao River and attacked the royal city."

"After I capture Bailing Island, I will return home early."

"Suppress the Qi rebellion and capture Tian Zhongxun alive!"

Ning Que looked at Shen Qinghe and spoke firmly.

He wants to skin Tian Zhongxun alive!