Chapter 221 Sharing the Credit
At this time, the Northwest Camp.
General Pei and several deputy generals were discussing in the hall of the military camp.
"This year, the harvest in the northwest is greater than in previous years. Every time the northern wing is short of food, the focus falls on us, the people of the northwest. It's almost the end of the year, and we must strengthen our precautions."
Dragon and Tiger General Wei Jin spoke thoughtfully.
"General Pei is right. According to our spies in the North Wing, there has been civil unrest in the North Wing this year, and the Khan has been replaced. I'm afraid that due to the war, the North Wing will have an even more difficult winter this year. There's a high possibility that they will start a war and seize the food from the people in the Northwest."
Song Huaian, the third-rank Huaiyuan general, spoke.
"General Pei, General Wei, how about we double the number of people on duty and have two shifts patrolling at night?"
After hearing this, General Wei looked at General Pei.
"General Pei, what do you think?"
General Pei looked at the map on the table and spoke in a deep voice.
"The area between our northwest and north wings is too vast and open. If we just conduct regular patrols, we won't be able to respond when the enemy attacks. So, while we strengthen our defenses and patrols, I suggest that our officers and men above the third rank stay in shifts on the city walls. This way, if anything happens, we'll have time to command the battle. We also need to make arrangements in the rear barracks for support and reporting in the event of an emergency."
General Wei nodded slightly and spoke in agreement.
"In that case, I will follow General Pei's instructions. I will go to the city wall tonight and give orders for the soldiers to prepare."
And at this time in General Pei’s Mansion.
Jun Moye had already finished two cups of tea, but General Pei didn't come back, so he couldn't help but frown slightly.
Zhongli was accompanying him.
"Master Jun, I'm afraid the general has been held up by military duties today. I apologize. Please wait a moment."
Although Jun Moye was a little anxious, he could only nod helplessly. After all, it was already late at night, and if he rushed to the barracks by himself, firstly, he might miss General Pei on the way. Secondly, as he was now a commoner, he was afraid that he could not even enter the barracks, let alone meet the general.
As soon as General Pei returned to the mansion, the servant guarding the door spoke hurriedly.
"General, you are back. The butler said that Master Jun is coming today. Please go to the hall as soon as you return."
Apart from recommending Li Xiao before, Jun Moye has never contacted me before. This time he might have come for something really big, General Pei thought to himself as he walked towards the hall.
Say hello as soon as you enter the hall.
"Master Jun, I'm sorry, I didn't know you were coming. I was discussing some military matters in the barracks today, so I came back a little late."
When Jun Moye saw General Pei finally appear in the hall, the anxiety on his face dissipated a little.
"General Pei is very busy. I originally had no intention of disturbing you, but the matter is of great importance, so I had no choice but to come."
As he said this, he took out the letter that Qinggu gave him from his arms.
"General Pei is a straightforward man and an important general in the northwest. I won't beat around the bush with you. This letter was accidentally intercepted by my people. Please review it, General Pei, and take notice as soon as possible."
When General Pei heard this, he hurriedly took the letter and opened it.
The more I read, the heavier my heart feels.
"Master Jun, this letter is top secret. I wonder if the source is reliable?"
Jun Moye spoke in a deep voice.
"I think General Pei should have heard of Yuelai Tower."
General Pei nodded after hearing this.
"Of course I've heard of it. Before Moon Manting came into being, Yue Lai Lou was the most prosperous restaurant in the northwest."
Jun Moye spoke with a serious expression.
"To be honest with General Pei, Yue Man Ting is actually my wife's business. Because of competition with Yue Lai Lou, they were once framed by Yue Lai Lou and their enemies. So we investigated Yue Lai Lou and found out that the boss behind Yue Lai Lou is actually from Bei Yi.
The people from Beiyi actually opened several such restaurants in our northwest. I felt a little uneasy, so I continued to ask people to investigate. Only then did I discover that the money that Yuelailou earned in our northwest every year was finally exchanged for food and then secretly transported to Beiyi. Originally, it was just a normal business and I wouldn't mind it, but the deeper I dug, the more problems I found.
The boss behind Yuelai Tower is actually the eldest prince of Beiyi. It's not common sense for a prince to stay in our northwest for so long, so I found a way to plant two people in Yuelai Tower. That's how I found some information and finally intercepted this letter from the eldest prince of Beiyi.
General Pei's face became very heavy when he heard this.
"I didn't expect that even though I was guarding the northwest, the North Wing did something like this right under my nose, and I was completely unaware."
Jun Moye looked at General Pei.
"General Pei, this matter cannot be blamed on you. After all, the Northwest and North Wing are connected, and business exchanges are allowed. It is not surprising that people from the North Wing opened a restaurant.
For now, I would like to ask General Pei to discuss with several other generals how to stop Bei Ye's evil ambitions. Otherwise, if war breaks out, the people of the northwest will find it difficult to settle down and will be plunged into dire straits again.
General Pei pondered for a moment and thought about inviting Jun Moye to the barracks to discuss matters, but he was a little worried about his identity. Although he had the dragon pendant of the late emperor in his hand, after all, the emperor has his own ministers. Finally, after some hesitation, he spoke tentatively.
"Master Jun, you have provided such a secret document, which is a great favor to the soldiers and the people of the Northwest. Logically speaking, with your ability and planning, you should come to the Northwest Camp to discuss military affairs with us. However, I am just a military man, and the mountains are high and the roads are long. I can't say much in the Imperial City. How about I submit a memorial, please..."
Jun Moye naturally understood the meaning of his words and spoke tolerantly.
"General Pei, I am also a citizen of Tianyuan. As the old saying goes, every man is responsible for the rise and fall of the country. I just told General Pei the news I knew. I dare not ask for any favors. General Pei shoulders a heavy responsibility, so he should worry about the affairs of the Northern Wing.
As for the memorial, General Pei, please don't mention it anymore. I just want to be an idle person supported by my wife. Delivering news is my filial duty to my royal grandfather. After all, the northwest was what he was most worried about when he was alive.
General Pei also understood the meaning of these words, nodded slightly, then stood up and solemnly clasped his fists towards Jun Moye.
"Then I would like to thank you, Young Master Jun, on behalf of the soldiers and civilians of the northwest. In the future, if you need me, please feel free to ask. This is a matter of great importance. I will rush to the barracks to discuss this with General Wei."
Jun Moye also stood up and bowed in return.
"Then I'll be thanking you for your hard work, General Pei. General Pei cares deeply about the people, so he naturally pays close attention to the people and events of the Northern Wing. The people of the Northern Wing are ambitious, and it's all thanks to General Pei that he can detect them. I came to the General's Mansion today to have some casual tea, and now I'll take my leave."
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