From these words, Zhou Cheng finally gleaned the most crucial information.
He finally understood why his father had relinquished military power in the original story. It turned out that while he was focused on winning over Lin Jiaoyun, the situation in the Zhou family had already changed.
"father."
Zhou Cheng raised his head, his eyes revealing an undisguised ambition: "The reason you had to relinquish military power is because of these two reasons, isn't it?"
"First, I'm afraid the imperial court will monopolize the grain supply. If you can't supply the food, clothing, and other necessities of the 300,000-strong army in a short period of time, the soldiers will starve to death."
"Second, we are outnumbered. You are afraid we can't defeat the 500,000 troops in the south. In the end, our soldiers will lose their lives because of their own personal matters."
"Just these two points, right?"
General Zhou nodded dejectedly.
yes.
Both of these points are fatal flaws.
In this day and age, most people are struggling to get enough to eat and wear. How can you possibly support an army of 300,000 in a short period of time? A person would starve to death if they didn't eat for a few days.
What to do? Rob the people?
By killing ordinary people?
By seizing the people's wealth?
This is something that would be condemned by heaven! Not to mention, these soldiers who fight for their country and have courage and principles would never do such a thing!
"Alright!" Zhou Cheng suddenly grabbed General Zhou's arm and said firmly, "Just these two points? Then I'll take care of these two points for you!"
"Father, if I resolve this, will the situation change if our family doesn't relinquish military power?"
General Zhou opened his mouth: "Cheng'er... at a time like this, you must not joke around anymore."
"How could these two points possibly be changed?"
"Listen to your father, be sensible and escape the capital quickly, otherwise it will be too late. It doesn't matter if your father and mother die unjustly, but you can't!"
Zhou Cheng interrupted General Zhou, saying bluntly, "I'm not joking! I'm absolutely serious! Give me an hour, and I'll prove it to you!"
"Father, please believe me!"
General Zhou moved his lips, but swallowed all his words of advice.
That's enough.
If he wants to try, then let him try.
After all, this was Cheng'er's last chance to be unrestrained.
As Zhou Cheng dragged General Zhou out the door, they ran into Madam Zhou and Second Sister Zhou, who were rushing over. Before they could persuade Zhou Cheng to run away, the two of them had already stopped.
Zhou Cheng grabbed her wrist and dragged her out of the mansion, saying, "Mother, Second Sister, you two come with me too."
After getting into the carriage, Madam Zhou and her second sister panicked and looked at General Zhou.
The three of them had discussed it yesterday: knock Zhou Cheng unconscious first thing this morning and send him out of the capital. But now... where are they going? What are they trying to do?
Not long after.
The carriage then carried the three of them to the mountains outside the capital at top speed.
The place is deserted, with no one living around and no passersby.
Zhou Cheng jumped off the carriage first.
"Cheng'er, what are you doing?"
Madam Zhou hurriedly grabbed her son's hand, her eyes brimming with worry and sorrow: "The matter is already settled. This time, will you listen to your father?"
“If… if it’s because you can’t let go of Lin Jiaoyun, then I’ll send someone to the Lin residence right now to knock Lin Jiaoyun unconscious and go with you.”
"Your mother is also reluctant to part with you, but this is the best way."
Zhou Cheng sighed and pushed Madam Zhou's hand away.
At a time like this, how could I possibly still be thinking about anything like Lin Jiaoyun!
General Zhou walked over, patted Madam Zhou's hand reassuringly, and looked at Zhou Cheng: "Cheng'er, tell me, what do you want us to see when you bring us here?"
Zhou Cheng stood before the high mountain and looked up.
Reach out.
Pointing his index finger at the opposite mountain peak, he asked arrogantly, "I have something that can move mountains, level seas, and intimidate thousands of troops. Father, do you believe it?!"
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