"You want to know how I know?"
The clever Mu Tu immediately understood Gu Yuanbai's meaning, but he felt there was no need to answer.
"How I know this is not important. I believe you also know that it is as difficult as climbing to heaven to avenge your father's death on your own!"
Mu Tu used an alluring tone to describe Gu Yuanbai's deepest desire.
"But if you cooperate with us, all problems will be solved. The Qiang Kingdom will be your eternal support. The enemy of my enemy is my friend. Becoming our friend will only bring you benefits. Isn't that simple?"
Mu Tu tilted his head and said to Gu Yuanbai, a childlike question appearing on his handsome and harmless face.
His gaze towards Gu Yuanbai was filled with incomprehension.
It was as if Gu Yuanbai's hesitation at this moment was a betrayal of his father, the most incomprehensible mistake.
Is it that simple?
The person in front of him told him that betraying his country and becoming a traitor was very simple.
When he was a child, his father told him that the Qiang Kingdom was the most barbaric and unreasonable country, and that they committed all kinds of evil deeds, including burning, killing, and looting.
He also proudly recounted his heroic feat of fighting ten against one when he followed the Marquis of Zhenbei to conquer the Qiang Kingdom.
"When I grow up, I will fight the Qiang people, and I will become a great general!"
When his youngest son uttered these words, King Wu hoisted him onto his shoulders and laughed heartily, "Good son, you've really made something of yourself!"
The scene in my memory feels like it was just a short while ago.
But the Qiang people standing in front of him demanded that he betray his country.
How ironic this scene is.
Doing so would be tantamount to betraying one's deceased father.
Gu Yuanbai wanted to fly into a rage and refute, but he couldn't bring himself to say the words of refusal.
Mu Tu's language skills are indeed outstanding; in modern times, he would definitely be considered a master orator.
His words struck a chord with Gu Yuanbai, revealing that this would be his only chance.
But another reason why Gu Yuanbai could not refuse was that he could gain power by cooperating with the Qiang Kingdom.
The desire for power is a man's lifelong pursuit.
Moreover, Gu Yuanbai and Shen Shichenyu, these high-ranking princes, are clearly of similar blood.
Why should they enjoy wealth and luxury while we have to grovel and serve others?
Gu Yuanbai wanted to fight for himself.
Mu Tu noticed his increasingly relaxed expression and knew that the time was almost right.
Mu Tu remained silent, waiting for Gu Yuanbai's answer.
What do you want me to do?
As Gu Yuanbai's voice rang out, Mu Tu smiled happily.
The next morning, Shen Shi was having breakfast when he saw Shen Yu, who had been busy for a long time.
"Brother is here, please have a seat." Shen Shi waved and said.
"Why are you having breakfast so late?" Shen Yu asked, puzzled, after sitting down.
Shen Shi thought to himself: You just get up too early every day!
Shen Shi found the Crown Prince Shen Yu's daily routine terrifying.
He got up earlier than the rooster and went to bed later than the dog. Even the "King of Inventions," Edison, was considered lazy compared to him.
Shen Shi was always worried that his handsome older brother would one day go bald.
"It's because my brother is too diligent." After saying that, he looked at the pastries on the table and gestured to Shen Yu.
Completely bewildered, Shen Yu hesitated before picking up a piece of hibiscus cake and tentatively handing it to her younger brother.
Looking at the pastries that appeared before him, Chen Shi was speechless.
Wanting to show his brotherly bond, he had no choice but to close his eyes in resignation.
Knowing the purpose of Shen Yu's visit, Shen Shi raised his hand and waved away the servants: "All of you, leave!"
"yes!"
Since no one was around, Shen Yu cut to the chase and asked, "What exactly do you need three thousand men for?"
“It’s a coup, of course!” Shen Shi whispered as he leaned closer to him.
Even after receiving the answer she expected, Shen Yu still felt a tightness in her chest.
Seeing his silence, Shen Shi sighed helplessly. His older brother was good in every way, except that he was too soft-hearted.
However, it's understandable, since Shen Tunan still has high hopes for Shen Yu as his successor.
I was just about to start trying to persuade them.
Unexpectedly, Shen Yu asked, "Is it enough?"
Why isn't it going according to plan? "What!" Shen Shi was startled!
“Three thousand men won’t be enough, will they? They’ll inevitably resort to desperate measures. The Empress Dowager is also in danger in the palace. We have to be on guard!” Shen Yu calmly sipped his tea, analyzing the situation with her.
Doesn't this imply that Shen Tunan is a dog?
"It's...almost done. I'll take care of Mother!" Shen Shi found his brother's sudden change of heart unbelievable.
"Has something happened?" he asked hesitantly.
As Shen Yu had expected, he nodded and stated in a calm tone, "The concubine harbored resentment towards Wanwan and plotted to abort the child. Fortunately, the maid discovered it in time and reported it to me, thus preventing a major disaster."
Through Shen Yu's calm surface, Shen Shi saw his turbulent inner world.
Everyone knows that Consort Li Qingping is from the Emperor's maternal family.
Without Shen Tunan's permission, even if she had a hundred times the courage, she wouldn't dare to harm the imperial grandson.
The fact that Shen Yu had no heir was a point of attack for the court officials, and some even suggested that the crown prince be deposed.
Shen Tunan's actions clearly indicate that he harbors resentment towards him.
But these are his grandchildren, and Shen Shi couldn't understand why someone would be so cruel.
Not knowing how to react, Shen Shi patted him on the shoulder reassuringly.
Shen Yu and his wife were deeply in love, but he couldn't help blaming himself when he thought about it: "It's also my fault. I was so busy that I forgot to take care of Wanwan!"
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