Chapter 281 Another Question

Daxing!

Upon hearing those two words, Jiang Kesheng's eyes widened immediately, and a look of surprise appeared on his usually calm face: "Young Madam, you said—"

Shang Ruyi said, "After you pick them up, you don't need to stay. Go directly to Daxing City!"

"..."

Jiang Kesheng didn't speak, but frowned and thought for a while. When he spoke again, there was a hint of uncertainty in his eyes and tone. He said softly, "Young Madam, are you sure?"

It should be noted that although Daxing City was the capital of the Daye Dynasty, since Chu Yang ascended the throne and built the Eastern Capital, moving the entire government eastward, Daxing City has almost become a ruined capital. In recent years, the Duke of Sheng first followed the Great Court to the Eastern Capital, and then was sent to Shanxi. He has hardly ever returned to Daxing City, and the number of people he left there was limited, so they could hardly play any role.

Is it really a good idea to go back to Daxing City at this time?

Thinking of this, although he knew that he shouldn't interfere in important matters because of his status, Jiang Kesheng still cautiously said, "Young Madam, please think it over."

Shang Ruyi lowered her head and pondered for a while.

Finally, she raised her head and said firmly, "I'll go to Daxing."

"..."

"Whether by water, side road, or official road, no matter how fast your men ride, it will be at least three months before you can meet them; and by the time they cross the river to the north, Daxing City should have already been settled."

"..."

"So, don't hesitate. Have them pick up the person and go to Daxing."

Jiang Kesheng looked at her, a strange light flashing in his eyes.

This young mistress—he had previously told Yuwen Ye when they were in Xingluo Warehouse that he was "astute in predicting events." This foresight was clearly based on his predictions of how things would develop and the actions of certain people. Generally speaking, small matters are easy, but big matters are difficult because they involve the involvement of countless forces and the changing hearts of countless people.

What she just mentioned was not a small Xingluocang, nor a minor military supervisor Kou Yunliang.

It's Daxing City!

What does it mean when she says Daxing City is "finalized"?

It should be noted that although Daxing City may seem like a ruined capital to many people today, everyone knows that there is wealth and power accumulated over generations by nobles and princes from Dingchuan Military Town, including the Duke of Sheng. Although abandoned by the current emperor, it is not entirely useless.

On the contrary, if someone can retake Daxing City, it will be like opening a treasure trove full of countless riches!

And Shang Ruyi said it was settled, could it be that—

Jiang Kesheng's breathing became slightly heavier. He looked deeply at Shang Ruyi and then said, "I understand. I will take care of it immediately."

After he left, Shang Ruyi finally breathed a long sigh of relief.

She slowly got up and walked to the door, looking up at the increasingly dark sky outside. Countless stars were already faintly twinkling overhead, suggesting that tomorrow would be a clear and sunny day. However, a layer of inexplicable gloom still weighed on her heart.

After a long silence, she murmured, "Less than five days left."

In fact, time passed faster than she had imagined.

Two days later, under the almost coercive urging of several subordinate generals, Wang Gong had no choice but to lead them to find Yuwen Ye again.

At this moment, Yuwen Ye was inspecting the military training of the garrison in Cangcheng with Yan Buhuai. He said earnestly, "Training is quite tough, but you should understand that this Cangcheng is not as fortified as it looks. Once it is breached, you will become trapped like Xiao Yuansui and his group before. Diligent training is not for anyone else, but to give you a better chance of survival in this chaotic world, and also to reduce the potential suffering for your loved ones."

Yan Buhuai and his men had only ever heard of being loyal to His Majesty the Emperor and the court, so this was the first time they had heard such words, and they were all stunned for a moment.

After a long silence, he said in a deep voice, "The General... is the first person to treat us like human beings."

Yuwen Ye said calmly, "You are all human beings, and you don't need others to judge you."

Yan Buhuai and the others looked at him, and the sadness hidden in their eyes and deep in their hearts seemed to be ignited by something.

At this moment, Wang Gong led his men over. When Yuwen Ye saw them, he said politely, "Lord Wang, you've arrived."

"General, gentlemen,"

Wang Gong greeted everyone with a smile and then cautiously asked, "General, we have been staying at Xingluo Granary for several days now. Has the allocation of grain been properly arranged?"

Yuwen Ye said, "It's all taken care of."

"That--"

Wang Gong asked more cautiously, "Shall we... set off now?"

Yuwen Ye did not answer the question, but glanced at him, his brows furrowing slightly, as if he wanted to say something but hesitated.

Yan Buhuai, who was standing nearby, immediately said, "Lord Wang, the General has his own reasons for marching. You should know what happened to the person who urged the General to use troops last time. On the battlefield, swords have no eyes, so we cannot act blindly."

Although Wang Gong had a good temper, he was not someone an ordinary military officer could criticize. He immediately showed displeasure and said, "This matter seems to have nothing to do with your Xingluo Granary. You just need to prepare the grain and fodder. The matter of attacking Wanggang Village is our business."

Yan Buhuai frowned, about to say something, when Yuwen Ye raised his hand to stop him.

Wang Gong immediately said, "General, look—"

Yuwen Ye glanced at him again and then said, "Lord Wang, I know your difficulties. It is indeed inappropriate to stay here for several days, but I have my reasons for doing so."

A subordinate general, Zhao Shen, immediately asked, "Oh? May I ask what the reason is, General?"

Yuwen Ye said, "That's right. Before setting off, I sent a vanguard to Wanggang Village to investigate the situation, so as to know our enemy and ourselves."

Another subordinate general, Pang Tianbao, asked, "What's the situation over there—"

Yuwen Ye said, "Starting about half a month ago, the leaders of Wanggang Village led their followers to gradually leave that place. Now, the number of people remaining in Wanggang Village is less than half of what it used to be."

Upon hearing this news, everyone's eyes lit up.

Pang Tianbao immediately said, "Since that's the case, why don't we hurry up and march, take advantage of their weak defenses, and capture Wanggang Village in one fell swoop? That would be an unparalleled achievement for you, General!"

The others echoed their agreement.

Yuwen Ye nodded and said, "This is indeed a good opportunity for us."

"That--"

"But gentlemen, aren't you concerned about another issue?"

Everyone looked at each other, somewhat puzzled. Wang Gong also asked, bewildered, "What's the problem?"