A single stone stirs up a thousand waves. It is summer now, and usually the Hu Can people would not send troops at this time of year. This is very unusual. Hearing this news, the officials in the hall couldn't help but sigh and talk about it.
Yang Yiwen continued,
"You all should know that it is not normal for foreign tribes to gather troops at this time. There must be something fishy going on."
Civil and military officials in the hall came forward one after another to express their opinions.
There are basically a few arguments, which are nothing more than radical or not. Some advocate war, suggesting sending more troops to the border, or even attacking first. Others advocate peace, which is nothing more than sending envoys to negotiate, clarify the situation, and try to achieve a reconciliation without violence.
Some people also said that we need to consider whether they are allying with other foreign races to jointly attack Darong.
At this moment, Yang Hongye lowered his head and rolled his eyes. This was a good opportunity. As long as he could send out the troops that refused to submit to him to reinforce him, wouldn't he have the opportunity to let go and make a big profit?
However, Yang Hongye also knew that he couldn't act too hastily, otherwise the old emperor would definitely notice.
He knew that with the current Darong court, a decision on such a matter would not be made in a day. Therefore, he did not show it much, only occasionally expressing his support for the pro-war side when he saw an opportunity.
After the court session, he would arrange for his people to submit a petition in favor of war, and then nominate a target general to reinforce the troops. Perfect.
With this in mind, Yang Hongye behaved properly without revealing any flaws.
Upon hearing this, Yuchi Zhong also sided with the war advocates. Although he was stationed in the capital, he could not bear to see foreign invasions. Soldiers are always brave. But for now, the voices advocating peace were still louder than those advocating war.
The husband said he was right, and the wife said she was right. There was no decision for the moment.
Yang Yiwen finally left a few cabinet ministers behind and asked them to adjourn the court and continue discussing the matter tomorrow.
After the court session, Yuchi Zhong returned to the general's residence with a gloomy face. Darong was now plagued by internal and external troubles, the extravagance of the powerful, and the suffering of the people. As a soldier, he could only fulfill his duties; how the country was governed was beyond their control. At this moment, he felt a deep sense of powerlessness.
After returning home, Su Hui saw that he was in a bad mood and asked a question.
"Has something serious happened?"
"Well, the northeastern border is in danger, and foreign tribes are invading."
Yuchi Zhong briefly explained the current situation and did not continue.
As a woman, Su Hui was powerless to do anything about such a major family and national affair. She could only quietly accompany him, pour him a cup of tea, and then not ask any more questions.
Unlike Yuchi Zhong who was preoccupied with his worries, Yang Hongye was in high spirits in the Third Prince Jin's Mansion, discussing the next strategy with his staff.
Jiang Hai still doesn't know that the third prince has been named Prince Jin. He has business dealings with him but has never tried to find out more about him. Young Master Jiang is actually quite careless.
In the lobby of Prince Jin's mansion, after some discussion, it was decided that a number of officials would be mobilized, enough to reverse the current situation of peace in the court.
Finally, when considering who to send to reinforce the northeastern border, Yang Hongye thought for a while and said,
"Let's push Yuchi Zhong."
"Your Highness, Yuchi Zhong is Jiang Hai's father-in-law. Isn't it a bit inappropriate? We have just started a business deal with him." The staff member who was in charge of Jiang family's capital industry came out and said.
"Tsk, I don't think he would dare to do anything rash. Besides, businessmen are always looking for profit. What's more important than his father-in-law is his real money."
Yang Hongye was very disdainful. He habitually thought that Jiang Hai, this young man from southern Xinjiang, was not presentable and could only make some money at most.
The staff wanted to say something, but seeing Yang Hongye was so decisive, they shut up.
Yang Hongye continued,
"This is something I've been thinking about for a long time. Yuchi Zhong is a stubborn old man. I've invited him several times, but he just kept pretending to be deaf and dumb.
No matter what, there must be at least one of our people among the left and right guards of the capital.
"Guo Hao of Right Guard is still wavering, so maybe we can reach an agreement. I just made this decision. Do you think it's appropriate?"
Everyone looked thoughtful, and finally they all felt that Yang Hongye's idea was correct, so they all expressed their support for this decision.
"Since there are no other problems, let's think about who would be the most suitable person to replace the Left Guard after Yuchi Zhong is pushed out."
Seeing that no one objected, Yang Hongye put forward the next plan, and his staff began a new round of brainstorming.
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On the official road south of Taibao County, Jiang Hai's team continued to advance.
"Yes, yes, that's the exact hand gesture. Our Xincheng Army flag has this hand gesture pattern embroidered on it."
Jiang Hai was teasing the two cute girls. He clenched his fist and raised his middle finger.
Cai'er and Hong'er listened attentively and also learned to make the gesture.
"Master, does this mean powerful?"
"Yes, that's right. Next time you see a powerful young man, give him this hand signal.
If the other person doesn't understand, just tell him that this is a compliment to you, Hou Cailei."
"Master, what does Hou Cailei mean?"
"Oh, Hou Cailei also means powerful. You have a lot to learn. Let me teach you slowly."
"Wow, young master knows so much." Hong'er praised Jiang Hai with mysterious trust.
"Master, why do you have to make this gesture to the young master? Can't it be done to others?" Cai'er asked when she didn't understand.
"Hehe, this is a very elegant gesture. Most people can't understand it. It's just like bowing, but more advanced. Do you understand? People will feel your respect." Jiang Hai answered Cai'er's questions with a serious face.
"Oh, I see. Master, look..." Cai'er raised her middle finger towards Jiang Hai.
Damn, Jiang Hai felt a little depressed. It was numb. He didn’t expect that he would be the first to be hit. Cai’er was really his lifelong enemy.
"Oh, Cai'er, we are so familiar with each other. It would seem inappropriate to give such a big gift. You don't need to compete with me in this matter in the future. Do you understand?" Jiang Hai continued to justify his words.
"Okay, Master. Cai'er will remember this."
Jiang Hai was having a lot of fun himself. Sooner or later, he would turn these two funny guys into girls with negative quality.
Yuchi Ziling watched him play on the side, but she always felt that Jiang Hai must have bad intentions. The gesture did not look like a compliment at all, so she just watched him act up quietly.
Although she didn't understand what it meant, she also didn't know why Jiang Hai wanted to teach the two girls these things.
Seeing that Jiang Hai was having fun, Yuchi Ziling didn't spoil his fun and wanted to wait until she had time to ask him what he meant.
After marching along, it soon reached evening and the team arrived at Anping County, the destination of today's journey.
I stayed in the inn in the city, and then someone came to report that
"Master, Dugu Qiu has woken up. Do you want to go and see him?"
"This old man is quite tough. Okay, I'll go over and brainwash him."
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