"My Lord, do I have to go?"
Fang Rou's face was full of worry. Lu Jing was her heaven and the only hope for her and her son.
If anything happens to him on the battlefield, who can the mother and son rely on?
Fang Rou's concern contrasts with the old lady's ruthlessness, making the latter seem so ironic.
Although Lu Jing felt that Fang Rou was too petty and could not understand the deeper meaning behind this, he was very grateful for her care for him.
"Don't worry, nothing will happen." Lu Jing smiled confidently, feeling confident!
He had already inquired about it. The military supervisor was staying in the rear and did not need to go to the battlefield. Although he had a passionate heart to serve the country, he also knew his own limitations.
Going to the battlefield to kill the enemy was the King of Huainan's job, he only needed to bring the court's supplies.
Zhu Hong and Liu Lu exchanged a glance, concealing their inner anxiety, and followed suit, "My Lord, the battlefield is extremely dangerous. I hope you will take care of yourself."
The two sisters bowed gracefully, which made Lu Jing even more excited - at this moment, he seemed to have become the hope of the whole mansion!
Shen Ruoyan, on the other hand, didn't say anything in front of everyone. He just kept Lu Jing alone after everyone else left.
"My Lord, the position of military supervisor is of utmost importance. You must be very careful when you go there."
Her serious expression suddenly calmed Lu Jing's feverish mind. "But what news did you get from your family?"
Since Shen Ruoyan left him alone, it meant that this matter was of great importance and should not be leaked.
Lu Jing thought that perhaps the news that he was going to take the position of military supervisor had spread, so the Shen family might have got some information.
After all, he is the grandson-in-law of the Shen family!
If we return victorious this time, the Shen family will also be proud of it!
Shen Ruoyan nodded, with a deliberate expression of admiration in his eyes, "The Marquis is indeed very resourceful. It is indeed news from home."
The academy her grandfather opened was nestled in the mountains and beside the water. Although it seemed isolated, it was actually well connected and very convenient.
This news was naturally not sent by the Shen family. Lu Jing had just been selected as the military supervisor, and even if a thousand-mile horse was used to deliver the message, it would not be so fast.
She said that she had received this news before and just remembered it now.
"I heard that bandits have been appearing in the Daxing Mountain area recently. If possible, please take a detour."
When the government escorted grain, the biggest fear was an accident along the way. If anything was lost, then Lu Jing's job as a military supervisor would be over!
"Is this really true?" Lu Jing was a little confused. The shortest way to Nanwu was through Daxing Mountain. If they took a detour and missed the opportunity to fight, he would be in trouble too!
"This is the topographic map of Daxing Mountain. My Lord, you can go directly from this direction."
Shen Ruoyan took out the topographic map that had been prepared long ago. This was drawn by Pei Rushi himself. "From this side, we can go around without having to walk a long way."
That is the back of Daxing Mountain. Because it is overgrown with weeds and no one cares about it, few people walk there compared to the main road in front of the mountain.
As long as Lu Jing led the team to sneak in from here, they would be able to avoid the bandits ahead. Moreover, they would not have to go around in circles and delay the opportunity to fight.
"I didn't expect that Madam would make such thorough preparations for me!" Lu Jing's eyes lit up. This way, even if the matter about the bandits was false, he wouldn't be delayed.
This was his first time supervising the army, and before meeting with the King of Huainan, he had to be cautious in everything he did.
Shen Ruoyan handed him the topographic map and instructed: "My Lord, please remember this and be careful."
Lu Jing is usually careless, but this time, it is an opportunity he has finally obtained, so he will definitely give it his all.
Shen Ruoyan wasn't worried that he would have second thoughts. It would be abnormal if he didn't. However, as long as the food and grass could reach Nanwu smoothly, then everything would be hopeful.
Meng Su was ruthless this time. They had reached a moment of life and death. Without supplies, everyone would have no choice but to wait for death!
I hope the King of Huainan can withstand such a determined team...
The opportunity for battle could not be delayed. After Lu Jing organized his troops, he rushed to Nanwu as quickly as possible.
Nanwu, under the leadership of King Huainan, was on guard instead of attack. He had to preserve his strength before the imperial army was sent.
"Your Majesty, the King of Huainan is hiding behind the city gate like a coward. No matter how much we try to provoke him, he won't come out to fight!"
General Meng Su wiped the sweat from his face and said, "What do you mean by the most powerful general in Dasheng? I think he's just a dandy boy who takes credit for his achievements by relying on his status as a prince!"
The former general was shot to death by arrows in order to protect the old emperor during the palace riot.
The person who takes over now is the new emperor's brother-in-law, who is brave but not wise.
But he had just ascended the throne and was in urgent need of placing his own people in these important positions, so the emperor looked at him and endured it!
"The King of Huainan is not as simple as you think. Don't underestimate the enemy."
He knew that the King of Huainan was waiting for support from the army behind him.
Now they have seized the initiative. If they wait until the imperial army arrives, the battle will surely become tense!
They can't afford to delay!
"Continue to intensify the offensive. Have people shout from the city walls, calling the Prince of Huainan a spineless bastard. The harsher the insults, the better. I don't believe he can tolerate this!"
With the emperor's order, Meng Su sent people to the city gate tower to curse every day. Those words were unbearable to hear. The King of Huainan could tolerate it, but his subordinates could not bear it anymore.
"Zhang Biao, what do you want to do?!"
Seeing the deputy general about to charge out, the Prince of Huainan grabbed him and said, "A little impatience can ruin a big plan. How come you haven't made any progress in all these years?"
Zhang Biao was a mighty man, and he didn't change his expression when he rushed through the hail of swords and spears.
But now, his eyes are red.
"Your Highness, you've risked your life for Nanwu, and your life has been on the line countless times. I simply cannot bear to see you being abused like this!"
If they had seized the opportunity in time when Meng Su made some unusual moves, how could they have ended up in this situation?
In the final analysis, it’s all because the emperor doesn’t trust the prince. Doesn’t he think that these military generals can’t see it?
The emperor is just deceiving himself.
"Wang Biao, we are warriors. We wield swords, not just talk."
"If you can't even endure this, then you don't have to participate in this battle!"
Wang Biao was stunned and quickly stepped forward to admit his mistake, "Your Highness, this cannot be allowed! I, your humble servant, will not say anything more. Is it okay if I do not say anything more?"
King Huainan looked at him helplessly. Wang Biao was good in every way except his temper. He was too impulsive.
Although what he said just now was a bit harsh, if Wang Biao really couldn't bear it, then he really wouldn't let him fight.
This Mengsu emperor clearly wanted to win over the enemy's heart. If he couldn't control his emotions, he would fall into their trap once he entered the battlefield.
It’s better not to go!
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