Chapter 366 Mutiny

From that moment on, he had harbored the urge to seek refuge with Lu Xueyin. Unfortunately, he never found the opportunity. His entire family, including relatives and friends, were in the Yilin Army, and it was impossible for him to take them all away.

Then Gao Ming came to contact Peng Jiang. In fact, this matter was no longer a secret within the Yilin Army. Dou was very happy at the time. He could finally follow Lu Xueyin openly.

Then he learned that Peng Jiang was two-faced and wanted to surrender to His Royal Highness the Crown Prince. Dou was also very familiar with the current situation in the court. The relationship between Lu Xueyin and the Crown Prince was very delicate.

Dou Ye was also very dissatisfied with the imperial court. He actually supported the Yilin Army's rebellion. This was also a very important reason for him to join the Yilin Army. The imperial court was inactive, the emperor and officials were incompetent and incompetent. Such a court should be overthrown.

As for what was going on within the Yilin Army, he knew about it. Recently, the soldiers in the Yilin Army were in a state of panic, and the leaders had their own plans. In fact, the soldiers under them all felt it.

Dou also asked someone to keep an eye on them, but at first he didn't know who was contacting Peng Jiang and others. He thought it was Lu Xueyin's people, but later he realized something was wrong.

He was cautious, and then he took the initiative to go down the mountain to find Lu Xueyin and meet her. He proposed a plan. Before the Lu family army arrived in Ningzhou, he offered to cooperate with the Lu family army to launch a surprise attack on the Yilin army.

Let Lu Xueyin divide the army into 200,000, and then add the troops in his hands to control Lin'an Prefecture first. Capture the leader first, and by then the Yilin Army will be in disarray.

As for the remaining troops, they stayed behind and continued to advance, concealing their presence. No one would have thought that Lu Xueyin would split up and leave, so even if those people tried to find out, they could only find out that the main army was still on the way.

In this way, Lu Xueyin can successfully gather the Yilin Army at the lowest cost.

In order to show his sincerity, Dou also presented a defense map of the Yilin Army.

Lu Xueyin was actually very hesitant. Wei Dong noticed her hesitation and asked, "Sir, do you not trust Dou Ye?"

Lu Xueyin nodded: "I can't let my brothers take risks based on his one-sided statement."

If Dou Ye cannot be trusted, then the 200,000 troops will be in danger.

Wei Dong said, "I see that this Dou Jiangjun is full of righteousness, which is different from those Yilinjun."

Lu Xueyin glanced at him and asked, "Have you also seen the Yilin Army?"

"I've seen them before when I was doing business. The Yilin Army are all from common people, suddenly rich, and have no background. Those generals are like bandit leaders. Our General Zu is a bit more refined than them." Wei Dong's tone was full of disdain: "In such a team, it's normal for Dou Jiangjun to be out of tune with them. And from what I just heard Dou Jiangjun talk, he really loves you. I know the way he looks at you. I used to treat you the same way. Because I admire your character and ability, I sincerely submit to you. I think he is the same."

Lu Xueyin laughed out loud: "You...you are not objective."

Wei Dong felt he was being objective. "Your Excellency is such a good person. I admire you so much that I want to submit to you. Isn't that normal? Now you've defeated the Tatars. Who wouldn't admire such talent?" After a pause, he said, "How about this? I'll lead the troops."

Lu Xueyin frowned, but still said, "Let me think about it again."

This is a serious matter, so Lu Xueyin must consider it carefully before making a decision.

Although Dou Ye also presented a defense map, even Lu Xueyin knew that the Yilin Army was lax internally, so the defense map was not that important.

Lu Xueyin wrote a letter to Gao Ming and asked someone to send it back to Ningzhou as soon as possible. She asked Gao Ming to find out who Dou Ye was.

After receiving the letter, Gao Ming immediately sent someone to inquire about the situation. The person who reported back said, "This Dou Jiangjun is a brave and skilled warrior. He has performed brilliantly in several important battles. However, he is not well-received by Peng Jiang and Fang Erniu in the army, so his position is not high."

Dou Ye's background was also sent along, and it was indeed as he said. As for admiring Lu Xueyin, Gao Ming's opinion was the same as Wei Dong's. His master was so outstanding and outstanding, so wasn't it normal to admire her?

After receiving Gao Ming's reply, Lu Xueyin agreed, because what Dou Ye said was really the best way to defeat the Yilin Army with the least loss.

Lu Xueyin asked Ji Ping and Wei Dong to work together. "I'll follow your lead on matters on the mountain, but General Ji will be in charge when it comes to fighting. You two must be extra careful out there."

Wei Dong and Ji Ping responded solemnly. Wei Dong said solemnly, "Don't worry, sir. I will help you successfully defeat the Yilin Army and eliminate this great threat!"

Ji Ping glanced at him and said, damn, this flatterer almost forgot his abilities.

"The same goes for me!" Ji Ping hurriedly copied the homework.

Lu Xueyin curled her lips and said, "I've also informed Lord Gao. I'll have him cooperate with you during the operation." After a pause, she said in a deep voice, "Go ahead. I'll wait for your safe return."

The two of them left in the dark, and then tonight's action took place.

Today is the birthday of Peng Jiang's mother, who is also known as the "Empress Dowager" in this mountain area. All the generals with a title in the army have come to celebrate her birthday.

Dou also specially sent over dozens of sheep for a snack. The Yilin Army soldiers were very easy to feed, not seeking fine food, just enough to eat. Nutritious and affordable food like mutton was a good thing in everyone's eyes.

Peng Jiang didn't like Dou very much either, so he started to be friendly with him: "Dou Jiangjun spent a lot of money."

"It's all to celebrate the old lady's birthday, and I also want to show my filial piety. I only wish the old lady good fortune, health and longevity." Dou Ye said respectfully.

Mother Peng sat in the main seat with a smile on her face. She wanted to live well in such a good life.

And her son had told her that there would be even better days ahead. Perhaps her son could even become a prince. Peng's mother narrowed her eyes, feeling incredibly excited. Prince, her son would be a prince. Then she would be a true old lady. Their Peng family had completely transformed. She had never imagined this day would come.

Everyone drank a lot that day, especially the mutton, which seemed particularly delicious and everyone ate a lot.

It was late at night and the banquet was over. The guests returned home and felt extremely dizzy. They lay down on the bed and fell asleep.

Dou Ye successfully reunited with Wei Dong. The men and horses had been prepared long ago, and most of them were Dou Ye's men. Wei Dong did not bring many people up, and most of the men and horses were still at the foot of the mountain.

Dou Ye didn't care, however. He sincerely wanted to join Lu Xueyin, so it was normal for Lu Xueyin to have doubts. He even thought Lu Xueyin's actions were cautious, and that was the kind of person who could accomplish great things.

Everyone on the mountain was drugged. Dou Ye's men were ready and broke into each yard in a well-trained manner, arresting everyone who was still asleep.

Some people were awakened and before they could react, weapons were put on their necks, forcing them to surrender.

Dou Ye and Wei Dong were together the whole time, listening to the reports from the people below.

Wei Dong looked at the night sky and said, "There's no time to lose. We should capture Peng Jiang first. After daybreak, we can march up the mountain with our army."

Dou nodded slightly: "Master Wei is right. Master Wei, don't worry, I have already sent people to guard the General's Mansion..."

Before he finished speaking, a guard came running over in a hurry: "General, it's bad, the general's mansion heard the commotion and led his men to storm out of the mansion and were about to leave the city!"

Wei Dong and Dou Ye's expressions changed, and they immediately mounted their horses and ran towards the city gate.

This brings us to Lin'an City. Its location is unique, even in Dagan. Legend has it that many years ago, a volcano shifted, causing the surrounding ground to collapse. A patch of land then emerged from the ground, forming the present-day Lin'an City. While it's said to be ascending and descending a mountain, the terrain inside the city is simply higher than outside, creating the "mountain" shape.

Peng Jiang comforted Wei Dong: "The people at the front door are mine, and the people at the back door are yours. No matter which door Peng Jiang goes through, he can't escape."

Wei Dong said solemnly, "But there are not only your men here, but also Peng Jiang's men. If Peng Jiang joins the main army, I'm afraid it will be another tough battle."

Lu Xueyin cooperates with Dou Ye because they don’t want the two sides to fight and cause casualties?

Once Peng Jiang joins the main force, the two sides will definitely engage in battle.

Wei Dong's expression was grim. If Peng Jiang escaped from his grasp today, he would be blamed. How would he face the Lord?!

Fortunately, Dou Ye's men had been following Peng Jiang. Zhui showed them the way, and the two of them immediately led their troops to chase after him.

Peng Jiang was no fool to become the head of the family. After the banquet, he found himself feeling dizzy. Although he had drunk a lot, he was not a heavy drinker and would not be so dizzy.

Peng Jiang rubbed his forehead and called a doctor.

People who suddenly become rich cherish their lives the most. There has always been a doctor living in the general's mansion in Peng Jiang.

After checking Peng Jiang's pulse, the doctor said, "The boss has been drugged."

Peng Jiang's heart trembled suddenly, and then he cut his arm to stay awake. He then asked people to pay attention to the movements in the city, and he began to prepare to escape at any time.

However, he discovered it too late. Wei Dong and Dou Ye's operation was almost over, so Peng Jiang immediately decided to leave the city first.

Peng Jiang was about to rush out of the city with his family, but Dou Ye's men were always paying attention to the General's Mansion and started to stop him when he left.

Peng Jiang fought in person. He was already extremely strong, and now he was even more desperate. He beat Dou Ye's men and forced them to retreat step by step, and only then did he escape.

Weidong and Dou also led their men to the city gate. Just as they were about to catch up, Peng Jiang suddenly shouted, "Brothers, abandon the carriage and fight your way out with me!"

When these words came out, everyone was shocked because the people sitting in the carriage were his relatives, including his mother who was celebrating her birthday today!

Peng Jiang shouted, "Mother, don't blame me for being unfilial. Lu Xueyin has always been kind and generous. She won't make things difficult for you. She will come back to save you after I'm out of this predicament!"

After he finished speaking, he suddenly accelerated and rode away on his horse, with the guards beside him also guarding him.

This is quite true. With Lu Xueyin's personality, she really wouldn't make things difficult for a group of the elderly, the weak, women and children.

Wei Dong was so angry that he watched Peng Jiang escape and said through gritted teeth: "Closing the net first!"

After he finished speaking, he set off the fireworks, which meant he was going to take action.

Their plan was to first control the generals and their families inside the city. Then, wouldn't they be worried about the soldiers outside being disobedient? This way, they could achieve their goal without bloodshed.

Dou Ye's plan was perfect, but unfortunately there was a small change and Peng Jiang escaped.

Dou Ye looked guilty: "Master Wei, it was my negligence, it's all my fault..."

Wei Dong waved his hand: "Now is not the time to talk about this. Since the person has escaped, we must prepare. Dou Jiangjun, gather your men as soon as possible. Don't let Peng Jiang take them away!"

Weidong was upset that Peng Jiang had escaped, but now was not the time to assign blame. What was more important was the subsequent remedial measures. Peng Jiang was, after all, the general of the Yilin Army. Although they had their own forces, they were leaderless. If Peng Jiang showed up, these lower-level soldiers would only obey his orders.

Dou Ye didn't waste any time, turned his horse around and wanted to go down the mountain too.

That night, the city of Lin'an was in chaos.

The movements in Lin'an Prefecture could not be concealed from His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, and he had been sending people to keep an eye on the movements in Lin'an Prefecture.

However, since Dou Ye's actions, the entire Lin'an Prefecture has been controlled by Dou Ye's men, and no one can pass on any information. Therefore, the spies planted by His Royal Highness the Crown Prince were unable to send any information, and the spies in the army below the mountain were also unaware of what had happened.

But one thing is certain: something major must have happened in Lin'an Prefecture, and judging by the circumstances, it is very likely a mutiny. As for who the mutinous party is, it is unclear.

His Royal Highness the Crown Prince was extremely anxious, so he called Yan Xing over first.

Yan Xing...he doesn't want to come.

Everyone who needs to know about what happened in Lin'an Prefecture knows it all, but everyone is just waiting and watching.

He was afraid that His Royal Highness the Crown Prince would make some difficult request to him, but he had to go and could not not go.

When they arrived at the prince's study, the prince's first question was, "Cheng Xiao, who do you think caused the mutiny in Lin'an Prefecture?"

Yan Xing remained silent. What was a mutiny? It was the use of military force to overthrow the ruling regime. Was there even a need to ask this question?

Yan Xing also said the same thing, "Perhaps Peng Jiang's men don't obey him, which is normal. The Yilin Army has been in turmoil for a while now, and Peng Jiang can't control his men."

His Royal Highness the Crown Prince stared at him quietly, his eyes disdainful. Then he sneered, "How could I not know? Who among Peng Jiang's subordinates would be so bold as to turn against him at this time? And even now, not a single piece of news has leaked." He paused, then took a deep breath. "Yes, there's still no news. This shows that Peng Jiang has fallen into a disadvantage. Even if his subordinates are dissatisfied with him, do you think they can suppress him to this extent?"