Chapter 269: Master Zhao Can’t Die Yet
Liang Jingyao thought of his father and felt a surge of longing in his heart. "My father is already preparing to leave. He will be here in five days at the earliest, or ten days at the latest."
The drunkard hadn't seen Prince Rong in years and asked excitedly, "What? The prince is coming back? That's great! I wonder how the prince is doing in the northern border? Has he been bullied by Emperor Liang's lackeys?"
Liang Jingyao said sadly, "I wouldn't say I'm being bullied. After all, my father's Tiger Roar Army isn't just for show. But the weather in the north is freezing cold, and my father couldn't stand the weather there, so his health has been poor."
The old wine monster sighed and comforted him, "It's okay. When the prince comes, I will take good care of his body and he will get better slowly."
"I hope so!" Liang Jingyao was not very hopeful. His father was old and had lived in the northern border for many years. It would be difficult to cure the cold disease!
At this time, Lin Xiaoyue had already treated and bandaged the wounds of the remaining people, and she walked over carrying a medicine box.
"Dad, Brother Liang, what are you talking about?" Lin Xiaoyue poured a full bowl of tea and drank it all up with "tons, tons, tons".
Liang Jingyao stood up and took the medicine box from Lin Xiaoyue's shoulder and said, "Just say that my father is about to leave and come back. You know about this."
Lin Xiaoyue nodded and said, "Oh, yes. Will they pass through Dongdan on their way back? If they encounter Master Zhao fighting the Yumu Kingdom army, who will Prince Rong help?"
Liang Jingyao shook his head and said without much hope, "Probably not. We will definitely hear the bad news about Grand Tutor Zhao within five days."
Lin Xiaoyue was truly shocked and asked incredulously, "How could it be so fast? Were all those people that Grand Tutor Zhao brought with him just for show?"
Liang Jingyao shared the news he had received. "I heard from those who returned that Yumu Country has mobilized almost its entire nation's forces this time. But Emperor Liang's motives are not pure to begin with. How good can the people he sent to Grand Tutor Liang be? I estimate that Grand Tutor Zhao's troops will arrive in Dongdan tomorrow. They can only hold out for three or four days at most."
At this time, the drunkard saw the medicine pot rolling. Since he couldn't offer any good suggestions anyway, he simply gave his seat to Lin Xiaoyue, and then carried the medicine pot to deliver medicine to the wounded.
Lin Xiaoyue knew that Yu Feiyu, the king of Yumu Kingdom, would definitely seize the opportunity to capture a few more cities. Prince Rong was coming from the north. Even if he didn't meet Master Zhao, he would most likely meet Yu Feiyu. Would Prince Rong watch Yu Feiyu capture cities?
"If Prince Rong ignores Yu Feiyu's existence, not only will everyone talk about it in the future, but Emperor Liang will also make a big fuss about it. But if Prince Rong drives away Yu Feiyu's army, it will help Emperor Liang solve a big problem." Lin Xiaoyue frowned and sat down. She always felt that it was not the right time for Prince Rong to come back.
Liang Jingyao understood the current situation better than anyone. If he could find out the situation regarding the Jianghu Order, he would be ready to lead his troops to the capital at any moment. Emperor Liang had entrusted him with the finest troops, and if his father's Tiger Roar Army didn't arrive in time, he wouldn't be able to secure victory. Although he was recruiting new soldiers, even with increased training, they wouldn't be able to succeed without years of combat experience.
"I hope that my father will not worry about these things. Come with me to capture Emperor Liang first, and then drive out Yu Feiyu's army in one fell swoop."
Lin Xiaoyue did not nod in agreement immediately. Her face always showed that she wanted to say something but was hesitant. If Liang Jingyao had not been so decisive, she would not have had the heart to pour cold water on him.
So, Lin Xiaoyue changed her perspective and asked, "Does Prince Rong know your idea? What if he wants to deal with those people from Yumu Country first? What will you do then?"
Liang Jingyao waved his hand and said, "Don't worry, I've already made my thoughts clear in the letter. Father supports me, so if nothing unexpected happens, Father will be here within five to ten days."
Lin Xiaoyue poured herself another glass of water. Since Liang Jingyao had made his choice, she would continue to support him.
"If that's the case, I think you can help Grand Tutor Zhao. As long as he can hold back Yu Feiyu's army and continue the attack, you will have fewer worries."
Liang Jingyao felt that what Lin Xiaoyue said made sense. He had never fought against Yu Feiyu's army and had no idea about their strength. If they were stronger than he imagined, he would end up losing more than he gained!
After all, the prerequisite for his attack on the capital is that Yu Feiyu's army can break through the city at an average speed. Otherwise, he would have to face Yu Feiyu's army immediately after dethroning Emperor Liang. By then, it would be hard to say who would win or lose!
"Okay, I'll send the Silver Slashing Guards to help Grand Tutor Zhao. His sons and grandsons are in my hands anyway, so I'm not afraid of him turning against me!" Liang Jingyao stood up decisively, intending to take people to find the Silver Slashing Guards right away.
Because once the Yinzhan Guards go to Dongdan, new people will be needed to guard Yangming Mountain.
Lin Xiaoyue quickly chased after him and asked, "Brother Liang, where are you going? Your wounds haven't been bandaged yet!"
Liang Jingyao looked down at his arms and waist, which were roughly wrapped with cloth, and waved his hand, saying, "It's okay for now. I'll be relieved once I've arranged everything. You should rest for a while."
Lin Xiaoyue disapproved, blocking Liang Jingyao's way and saying, "No, if the wound isn't treated right away, it'll get infected and pus will form. Then this minor injury will turn into a major one! And I see blood seeping out of the bandage you're wearing. It's not stopping the bleeding at all! Just give me a little time, and I'll disinfect and bandage it right away!"
Seeing that Lin Xiaoyue was determined and that he couldn't get around her, Liang Jingyao compromised and said, "Okay, I'll listen to you!"
Lin Xiaoyue first untied the gauze wrapped around Liang Jingyao, then opened the medicine box and disinfected it with the special potion of the old wine monster. "Brother Liang, your wound is a little festering. How about I make some Ma Fei San?"
Liang Jingyao refused: "There's no time, just use the scissors to cut it, I can bear it!"
Lin Xiaoyue confirmed again and again: "Really? Actually, it doesn't take much time to boil the medicine."
Liang Jingyao rolled up a piece of clean gauze, bit it in his mouth, and said, "Go ahead, I'm fine!"
Lin Xiaoyue sighed helplessly. She took out a pair of scissors and started to work. "Brother Liang, if you really can't bear it anymore, just shout out. I'll go make some Ma Fei San right away."
Liang Jingyao bit the gauze and said nothing, but his furrowed brows said it all.
Finally, Lin Xiaoyue cut off the last piece of rotten meat, "Brother Liang, I've cut it off. Can you hold on any longer? I'm going to sew the wound now."
Liang Jingyao reached out and wiped the sweat from his forehead, then nodded and said, "Okay."
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