Chapter 712: Making a feint to the east and attacking in the west
Tong Yan saw Fubao sitting back down and said nothing until they arrived at a big house in the capital and everyone was settled. Then Tong Yan found Fubao.
"Fubao, who was that man outside the city gate just now?"
Tong Yan's tone was calm, without any hint of blame in his voice.
Fubao blinked and said truthfully, "Mom, that's Brother Mo. When we were exiled, grandma told me that it was thanks to Brother Mo that our family was able to reach the border safely, otherwise we would have died. In addition, Brother Mo also helped our family a lot at the border."
Tong Yan kept looking into Fubao's eyes. Seeing that her daughter's eyes were sparkling and full of admiration for Wan Xingmo, she felt relieved.
"Fubao, mother just heard that you are going to the Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion?"
"Yes, that's right. Every time I come to the capital, I go to the Zhenguo Mansion to see Aunt Zhao. Sister Rou got married a few years ago and she is quite lonely. Her two brothers are still single. Aunt Zhao always says that she wants to have grandchildren, but her two brothers are always silent. Sigh."
Tong Yan held Fu Bao's hand and gently tapped Fu Bao's forehead. "You little kid, you're sighing. This is their family's business. Since ancient times, parents' orders and matchmakers' words have always been the final word. If the wife of the Duke of Zhenguo really wants to arrange a marriage for the two children, I don't believe that no one will be willing to marry. The Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion is now in its heyday, and there are many girls willing to marry. Don't worry about it."
Fu Bao thought for a moment, "Yes, I understand, mother."
At this time in the court hall, Wan Xingmo and Wan Quan were receiving awards.
The 300,000-strong army was now stationed outside the capital.
The war was originally expected to last for three years, but it was over in just one year. It turned out that the people of Yue had long been full of resentment and their lives were in misery. The national teacher was in power, and the Yue royal family relied heavily on him. The people headed by the national teacher bullied the people and ran rampant in the countryside.
When Wan Xingmo and Wan Quan led an army of hundreds of thousands to attack the State of Yue, the people of Yue spontaneously organized themselves and joined forces internally and externally. The State of Yue was attacked from both sides and surrendered within a year.
"The Emperor, in compliance with the Will of Heaven, proclaims:
Today, there is Wan Xingmo, who is loyal and brave, and has extraordinary strategies. When the country's border was in danger, he resolutely stepped forward and led 300,000 tiger soldiers to the southern border, traveling day and night, braving the wind and rain.
On the battlefield, he commanded with confidence, came up with many clever strategies, and led the troops to fight bloody battles with his extraordinary courage and wisdom. After a year, he finally defeated the enemy country, promoted the prestige of our great country, and ensured the stability of our country, so that all people could enjoy peace.
Such great achievements should be sung for thousands of years, and will benefit the country and the people. I am very pleased, so I specially confer Wan Xingmo the title of Zhenbei Marquis, with a fief of 10,000 households, 1,000 taels of gold, 10,000 pieces of silk, and a mansion. I hope you will continue to work hard, defend the country and the people, and create more glory for our dynasty.
So decreed! "
When this imperial edict came out, everyone in the court was shocked. The Wan family actually had both a prominent father and a son, one a duke and the other a marquis. Such an honor was unprecedented.
Just when everyone was shocked, another imperial edict was read out.
"The Emperor, in compliance with the Will of Heaven, proclaims:
Today, there is a capable minister named Wanquan, who is extremely loyal and brave, has outstanding talents and strategies, has served in the army for a long time, and has repeatedly made military achievements. In the midst of war and smoke, he charged into battle without fear of powerful enemies; in the tents and curtains, he made plans and won battles thousands of miles away. For the stability of the country and the well-being of the people, he worked tirelessly and made outstanding achievements. He is truly a pillar of the country and a role model of the army.
In recognition of his meritorious service, I have specially appointed Wanquan as General of the Cavalry, hoping that you will continue to lead the mighty army in the future, promote the prestige of our dynasty, protect our territory, and keep our people safe. I have awarded you 100 taels of gold, 1,000 pieces of silk, and a mansion to honor your special honor.
So decreed! "
"General of the Cavalry, this is the youngest General of the Cavalry."
Wan Quan became a General of Cavalry in one fell swoop, and the most proud person was Liu Zhicheng.
While everyone was congratulating Wan Quan, the civil servants also congratulated Liu Zhicheng, saying that he had a keen eye and had found such a promising son-in-law during his trip back to Dezhou. Moreover, Liu Zhicheng himself was promoted to the second rank. One has to know that for a civil servant to reach the third rank, it may take a lifetime to move up further. However, in just a few short years, Liu Zhicheng was promoted to the second rank.
While the reward was being given, a spy suddenly came with a report.
"Report, Your Majesty, unusual movements have been detected in Cangzhou Prefecture."
"Show it up."
The eunuch immediately handed over the information from the spy to the emperor.
The emperor hurriedly opened it and his face changed drastically.
"Where are the Imperial Guards? Seal off Prince Li's mansion immediately and no one is allowed to enter or leave."
"yes."
The emperor tightly grasped the intelligence in his hand and slammed it hard on the imperial desk.
"Marquis Zhenbei, General Huoqi, listen to my order. I order you to each lead an army of 100,000 to attack the rebels. Leave for Cangzhou Prefecture immediately. I want the heads of the rebels to be surrendered."
Wan Xingmo and Wan Quan had just received their rewards when they were sent out again without stopping.
Wan Xingmo pondered for a moment, then knelt down and said, "Your Majesty, I have something to report to you."
"What does the Marquis of Zhenbei have to report?"
"Your Majesty, I suspect that Prince Li may be trying to lure the tiger away from the mountain. Cangzhou Prefecture is a thousand miles away from the capital. If Your Majesty sends a large army to Cangzhou, the imperial city will be in danger."
The emperor also came to his senses at this time. He left 100,000 troops in the suburbs of the capital. However, if Prince Li really made a feint to the east and attacked in the west, then his 100,000 troops might not be able to enter the imperial city. By then, Prince Li's people occupied the inner city, and everything would be too late.
The emperor thought deeply before asking, "What should we do with the Marquis of Zhenbei?"
"Your Majesty, in my opinion, let the General of the Cavalry lead 150,000 troops to leave the capital and go to Cangzhou Prefecture to find out the truth. I will lead 150,000 soldiers to sneak into the imperial city. King Li is cunning, and maybe his people have already sneaked into the imperial city. I think we should take advantage of their tricks."
The emperor understood immediately and made a series of arrangements.
"Come here, arrest all the people on duty today and replace them with the Imperial Guards. All ministers are not allowed to leave the palace. Marquis Zhenbei, Liu Qing, follow me to the Imperial Study to discuss this."
The others panicked immediately, but no one dared to comment at this time. Even though they were panicking, they had to pretend to be calm.
In the imperial study.
"Xing Mo, what are you going to do?"
"Your Majesty, it's time to use that man."
The emperor nodded, and the eunuch went out immediately and brought someone back soon.
This person is 90% similar to the emperor.
"Your servant pays respect to His Majesty."
"stand up."
Liu Zhicheng's eyes almost popped out of his head. Did he know something he shouldn't know? He was sweating profusely.
"Mr. Liu, how similar do you think this person is to me? Can we get away with it?"
"Your Majesty, it is so real that it can be mistaken for the real thing."
Liu Zhicheng secretly wiped the sweat from his forehead. How could he know this? When did he become the emperor's confidant?
"Mr. Liu, you must perform your role well when you go to the court later. If you can successfully capture King Li this time, the position of Prime Minister will be yours."
Liu Zhicheng was surprised and delighted, and immediately knelt down and said, "Your Majesty, rest assured, I will fulfill my mission."
Happiness came too suddenly, how could he not grab it?
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