Chapter 434 Preparations Before the Great Battle
Although Shen Qingming was stunned for a moment, he still did not forget his question.
"Mr. Du, could you tell me how you figured out that those people were spies?"
You are older and more knowledgeable; I would appreciate a few words of guidance.
"We young people have really benefited a lot." Shen Qingming offered a respectful compliment.
Shen Huaichen smiled smugly.
That's right, an old fox like him has seen far more than a greenhorn like Shen Qingming.
"You're still too young."
Listen up!
No matter what you do, remember to observe carefully, because it is often the details that determine success or failure.
When eggs were distributed in various border towns, the elderly people in charge of distributing them were all veteran doctors who had served in the military camps for many years.
They only need to glance at them to know who those people are.
The calluses on the hands of someone who frequently handles swords are different from those on a manual labor job.
Also, people who do manual labor year-round have hunched backs because they carry goods every day.
And what about those whose true identities aren't just laborers...?
He was truly strong and powerful, with a perfectly straight back.
So, once the old doctors had identified the eggs, they would say, "There will be eggs tomorrow, remember to come and collect them."
Whoever says this to is a spy.
When that person leaves, someone will follow them and arrest them in a secluded place.
"Doesn't this solve a lot of problems?" Shen Huaichen said earnestly to Shen Qingming.
Shen Qingming thought about it carefully and realized it was true!
They identified those people quietly and without making a fuss.
The only thing I gave away was some eggs.
But by sending out the eggs, the city lords also won the hearts of the people!
Excellent, excellent! Killing two birds with one stone!
Shen Qingming looked at Shen Huaichen and couldn't help but feel a little fortunate.
Fortunately, although Mr. Du made a living in the border town, he seemed to have never done anything to harm Dayu.
If the Northern Hu imperial court had such an advisor...
I reckon Bei Hu will be a tough opponent!
Seeing that Shen Qingming remained silent, Shen Huaichen knew that he had something on his mind.
As for what they think, he can't control that!
You're all grown up now; it's time for you to think things through.
"Your younger brother... he's been quite busy lately, hasn't he?" Shen Huaichen suddenly asked.
Shen Qingming...
Why is Mr. Du asking about this?
Although Dayu and Biansecheng are currently in a cooperative relationship, conflicts of interest are bound to arise in the future.
So... it's still better to be on guard!
"Um... He is directly under the leadership of Changsheng Gong, and I don't know what he's busy with every day."
"But I'll bring it for him next time we meet," Shen Qingming said with a smile.
Shen Huaichen curled his lip.
This kid is pretty vigilant; he knows what he can and cannot say.
However, how could I not know about Shen Qingrui's situation?
Ever since Shen Qingrui went to the north to study gunpowder, Chang Shenggong would send him messages every few days.
The letter was all about her youngest son.
What's wrong with the new environment? What medicine did you take? How many meals did you eat today...?
He reported everything to Shen Huaichen, down to the smallest detail.
Shen Huaichen was also pleased to see it.
I can finally feel a little bit of what it feels like for my son to grow up.
Shen Huaichen looked at his second son, who had also grown up.
Thinking of her youngest son, who was cherished and protected like a treasure by Duke Changsheng, and her eldest son Shen Qingjun and youngest daughter Shen Qingyu, who were by Emperor Xiaowu's side and accompanied the Empress every day.
He was extremely satisfied.
Of the family members, only Shangguan Jin and the old lady from the capital did not come.
If everyone in the capital came...
Then I would truly be fulfilled.
It's alright, no rush. Once this battle is over and the Northern Hu are completely scattered, he can finally relax.
I must take Miss Shangguan on a trip to various places then...
"Mr. Du? Mr. Du? What are you thinking about?" Shen Qingming promptly interrupted Shen Huaichen's reverie.
There's something off about this Mr. Du.
I was just spacing out?
And just now, there was a look of satisfaction and ease on his face, even a bit... happy...
Wait a minute, I haven't heard anything about Mr. Du having a soulmate or anything like that!
"Oh, I was just thinking whether we're fully prepared now."
"After all, once war breaks out, all sorts of unexpected things can happen, so it's best to be extra careful," Shen Huaichen said with a smile.
Shen Qingming nodded.
We need to be more careful; the battlefield situation changes in an instant, and who knows what might happen!
However, he trusted Chang Shenggong and his group.
After so many years of silence, wasn't it all for this one battle?
They must be ready!
"Mr. Du, do you have any requests? I can convey them to Lord Changsheng, but I can't guarantee whether he will agree," Shen Qingming said solemnly.
Shen Huaichen originally wanted to say, "It's none of your business..."
But then I thought about it and realized I shouldn't be so indifferent to desires.
"Then tell Chang Sheng Gong to remember to never let the war reach the border cities."
Continue read on readnovelmtl.com
