Shangguan Wanning's expression suddenly changed.
She knew that things couldn't end well.
As the Minister of War, Lord Liao was also a top figure in the court. Even though Mu Jingrui was not very successful, he had no foundation after all, so how could he take him seriously?
"Go back to the room." Mu Jingrui didn't want Shangguan Wanning to see too much intrigue, so he said softly.
Shangguan Wanning stood there but did not move.
Her mind was working rapidly. If it became a last resort, she would have to reveal her identity.
Even if Lord Liao has the support of the Minister of War, he should at least give her father or grandfather some face.
"Do it."
Lord Liao was indeed frightened on the city wall just now. He never thought that Mu Jingrui had such courage.
When he came to his senses, all his fear turned into anger.
With his order, many guards rushed towards Mu Jingrui.
Mu Jingrui protected Shangguan Wanning, who was stubborn and refused to leave, behind him, with a scornful smile on his face.
"Just you guys?"
As soon as Mu Jingrui finished speaking, the guards' steel knives stabbed at him at the same time.
He picked up Shangguan Wanning and dodged by flipping in mid-air, then used his gentle internal force to send Shangguan Wanning out of the battle circle. Almost at the same time, his palm wind pushed back several guards in the front.
"stop."
A loud voice was heard, and the inner court guards in yellow jackets rushed in and stood in two rows.
Mu Jingrui and Lord Liao were both a little surprised. They both restrained their movements and expressions and knelt down to pay their respects.
"Greetings to His Royal Highness the Crown Prince."
Not long after, Xiao Yujue walked in slowly, surrounded by his personal guards. He sat down at the top with a faint smile on his face.
"Is it not the right time for me to come?"
Lord Liao's face changed slightly, and he hurriedly said, "Your Highness, Mu Jingrui was so bold that he killed tens of thousands of soldiers who surrendered from the Goshawk Kingdom without permission. He...he is simply insane. Please investigate and punish him."
Xiao Yujue raised the corner of his mouth and said with a smile: "General Mu was just following orders, what crime has he committed? If the Ministry of War must punish someone, they should also hold the person who gave the order accountable."
Lord Liao was stunned.
He didn't expect that there were accomplices in this incident, and he was so angry that he gnashed his teeth.
"Your Highness is wise. Please take charge and bring the culprit to justice."
"Then please ask Lord Liao to return to the capital immediately to ask for the emperor's order. I will be the one to order the execution of all the surrendered generals and soldiers of the Cang Ying Nation."
There was a "boom" in Lord Liao's mind, and there was a brief blank. He stood there at a loss, and then knelt down again.
"I didn't know it was the order of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince... Please forgive me, Your Royal Highness the Crown Prince."
In fact, Lord Liao did not think highly of Xiao Yujue. The status of this prince in the court was never high. If it were not for the strong support of the Queen Mother and several other old ministers, he would have been deposed long ago.
But in this bitter cold borderland, he is the most powerful one. In addition, Lord Liao has offended Mu Jingrui, so he is worried that he will be plotted against.
"Ignorance is not a crime. Get up."
Mu Jingrui and Lord Liao stood up at the same time.
Xiao Yujue's eyes swept across Shangguan Wanning who was standing not far away, and his smile deepened.
"Your Highness, it has been unlucky to kill surrendered prisoners since ancient times. If you kill Prince Ji Kuo like this, I'm afraid... it will be difficult to explain to the people of the Cang Ying Country, right?" Lord Liao admitted his mistake verbally, but he still held on to it.
Xiao Yujue smiled indifferently, stood up and straightened his back.
"An explanation? The Eagle Nation led its troops to invade our land and massacre our people. We didn't ask them for an explanation, but they asked us? Besides, how can a defeated general talk about courage?"
Xiao Yujue looked at Lord Liao with a gloomy expression.
"Besides, I never intended to give them a chance to pursue the matter. I want to let the surrounding small countries know that anyone who invades my Central Plains territory will be punished!"
Xiao Yujue took a deep breath and ordered, "Jing Rui, I will now order you to be the marshal and lead the elite troops that can be mobilized to the Cang Ying Kingdom. We will definitely destroy it and will not accept peace talks or surrender."
Shangguan Wanning looked at Xiao Yujue's profile. It was hard for her to imagine that the Crown Prince, who was rumored to be cowardly and incompetent, could actually have such a strong murderous aura.
Everything that is happening now doesn't seem to be developing in the direction she experienced in her previous life.
However, it is a good thing that Xiao Yujue is strong.
As long as the Shangguan family stands on his side now, the whole family will have no worries in the future.
"Your Highness, going to war is a big deal. Should we report it to the Ministry of War? It will take time to mobilize food and military pay..." Lord Liao became anxious.
"Don't worry. I have sent someone to deliver the official document to the Ministry of War and have also written a memorial to report to the Emperor. The military pay will arrive soon. As for food and fodder... there is plenty of it."
Lord Liao wanted to say something but was interrupted impatiently by Xiao Yujue, who signaled him to leave.
Xiao Yujue also dismissed everyone else, leaving only Mu Jingrui and Shangguan Wanning in the room.
"Your Highness the Crown Prince." Shangguan Wanning stepped forward and saluted.
Xiao Yujue looked at Shangguan Wanning and sighed deeply.
"Miss Shangguan, you really give me a headache. The Prime Minister and the Marquis have written thirteen letters in a row to track down your whereabouts. This time, no matter what excuse you use, I can no longer indulge you. You must go back."
Shangguan Wanning wanted to speak to defend herself, but Mu Jingrui beat her to it.
"Listen to your Highness and return to the capital as soon as possible."
Shangguan Wanning was completely deflated. She knew that this time she might have no choice but to leave.
Mu Jingrui received Xiao Yujue's order and quickly reorganized his troops to actively attack the Cang Ying Kingdom.
In order to let Mu Jingrui fight with peace of mind, Shangguan Wanning obediently got on the carriage the day before he set out, and was escorted back to the interior by Xiao Yujue's men.
Coincidentally, she had just returned to Doctor Qin's house, and the guards and servants who came to take her home had also arrived, but at this time she fell ill, so she stayed in Doctor Qin's house to recuperate.
Shangguan Wanning thought about the purpose of her trip this time, and took advantage of the time she was recuperating to continue studying medical theory with Imperial Physician Qin.
During this period, people from the capital kept coming to urge him. When Shangguan Yue learned that Shangguan Wanning was only staying at Doctor Qin's house, he felt much more relieved.
In a blink of an eye, several months passed, and from time to time, news of Mu Jingrui's victory came from the front line, which made Shangguan Wanning feel very comforted.
She seemed to be able to see that the future powerful and famous god of war had already taken shape.
The ice and snow melted, the earth revived, and even the disaster slowly passed.
Xiao Yujue looked at the official documents sent from the front line and nodded with satisfaction.
"Your Highness..." Mu Jingyan lifted a corner of the curtain and a head poked in.
"Jing Yan?" Xiao Yujue waved, "What's the matter? Come in and talk."
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