Ji Hao spoke lightly, but his words concealed a strong killing intent.
This was clearly intended to see Ji Wuyu and Ruan Changhong both suffer heavy losses, and even to cause internal chaos within the originally united army.
Ruan Changhong's prestige + Ji Wuyu's military achievements = an unbeatable army
It is precisely because these two parties have completely joined forces that Ji Hao is so wary of them that he finds it difficult to take action. However, if any conflict arises within the two parties, it could lead to a collapse in this area.
In short, Ji Hao was indeed ruthless this time.
But Ji Wuyu suddenly laughed. He bowed again and said, "Father, I have learned a lot from you."
"Um?"
Ji Hao was slightly taken aback, but seeing that Ji Wuyu showed no sign of resistance, he couldn't help but frown, vaguely sensing that something was amiss.
But at this moment, Ji Wuyu had already bowed again and left.
Only after Ji Wuyu's figure disappeared did Eunuch Zhao jog forward and ask, "Your Majesty, do you have any orders?"
"Send someone to follow him."
Ji Hao felt uneasy, but he didn't think Ji Wuyu could do anything. He didn't think Ji Wuyu could be so ruthless as to be a good-for-nothing who could be shackled by a woman. He probably would just struggle a little and that would be it.
Meanwhile, after stepping out of the palace gates, Ji Wuyu could vaguely sense the gazes of those watching him from the shadows. He narrowed his eyes, and although there was no one in front of him, he still said, "Go and deal with those people."
"Yes, Master."
The hidden henchmen immediately moved, their black shadows flashing by.
A moment later, a trusted aide, carrying a hint of blood, appeared and knelt before Ji Wuyu: "Master, it's all taken care of."
"Well done."
Ji Wuyu nodded slightly. He no longer needed to hide his strength too much. Today, he had completely fallen out with Ji Hao. Most importantly, his good father had used Ruan Qing'an as bait, which made Ji Wuyu a little angry.
However, the consequences of his anger could be quite irrational.
Ji Wuyu suddenly said, "I've heard that many people still think it's a lie that Father Emperor put His Highness the Crown Prince in charge of the army, is that right?"
"Yes, Master."
"In that case, let His Highness the Crown Prince take command of the army, so that everyone knows that this is true."
Ji Wuyu spoke softly, but his confidant felt a chill run down his spine. He knew very well the consequences of this matter—once Ji Wuyu was no longer keeping an eye on things, those monsters and demons would emerge.
And the Third Prince, being the Crown Prince, is not enough to control him.
The following day, inside the palace.
The eldest prince secretly entered Ji Hao's palace through a secret passage, and knelt respectfully before Ji Hao to pay his respects, showing exceptional filial piety.
Compared to Ji Wuyu, Ji Hao was more satisfied with the eldest prince.
"Father, you have summoned me in secret. What are your instructions?"
"How's your recent efforts to win over court officials in private going?"
As Ji Hao fiddled with the chess pieces, he casually inquired that the crown prince he favored was originally the eldest prince, but due to the recent chaotic situation, the third prince had to take the lead in order to prevent the eldest prince from encountering any misfortune.
What the eldest prince needs to do is to take advantage of the third prince's ability to withstand those dangers and quickly gain the support of the court officials.
Clearly, the eldest prince is doing quite well, his face revealing a hint of confidence: "Everything is stable, Father. Does the Ninth Prince need my help to relieve your worries?"
The eldest prince was very confident and planned to challenge Ji Wuyu to a duel.
Ji Hao thought about it seriously for a moment and shook his head: "Forget it, let him suffer the consequences. Once he loses his support, deal with him as quickly as possible."
The eldest prince nodded, and just as he was about to speak, a bodyguard ran in, knelt down and said, "Your Majesty, we have received news from the front lines that the Daqing army has regrouped and is now gathered in the border region."
"What?!"
The eldest prince slammed his fist on the table and stood up, completely dumbfounded: "Didn't Ji Wuyu make peace with Daqing? How could he attack again? No, no, we have to make Ji Wuyu fight back immediately!"
"sit down."
Ji Hao's face darkened, and he glanced at the eldest prince: "Do you know how troublesome it was for me to remove the ninth prince from the army? Now that Daqing is attacking again, don't you realize how high his prestige would be if I put the ninth prince in charge?"
The eldest prince fell silent, not daring to utter another word.
Ji Hao felt even more troubled: "Send someone to give orders to the third brother to immediately meet the enemy. Daqing has already lost before, so it shouldn't be difficult to deal with now. We don't need Ji Wuyu for the time being."
"If the third brother can handle it, then you can go and earn merit."
Ji Hao glanced at the eldest prince, who immediately understood that this was paving the way for him, and he quickly agreed.
If the Third Prince can handle it, then he can claim the credit. If the Third Prince can't handle it, then the First Prince will have to go himself. In any case, Ji Wuyu can't be sent to the border again, otherwise, he really won't be able to keep him in check.
Ji Hao and the First Prince were clearly not in a hurry.
However, the Third Prince, who had suddenly gained absolute control of the military camp, was completely bewildered. He was urgently summoned to the front line to meet the enemy.
Thinking of this, the Third Prince was so angry that his teeth itched: "Damn it, even though the war has ended, Daqing still dares to attack. Could it be that Ji Wuyu is colluding with foreign enemies? Otherwise, how could it be such a coincidence!"
Long San, who was standing by, couldn't help but roll his eyes.
It wasn't that Ji Wuyu did anything, but rather that he was stripped of his military power and only released this news now. Knowing that his trusted confidant was imprisoned in the capital and couldn't get out, Daqing would naturally make a move.
They're not sure yet, so they're still testing the waters.
Soon, the Third Prince rushed to the front line, while Ji Hao's assassins immediately went to Ji Wuyu's palace, clearly wanting to monitor him and prevent Ji Wuyu from trying to influence the border troops.
Ji Hao only left Ji Wuyu the portion of the army he had brought back to the capital, in order to force Ji Wuyu and Ruan Changhong to break ties.
...
Three days after the Third Prince left.
Ji Hao, sitting calmly and waiting to benefit, continued to easily review his memorials until the assassin rushed in again.
A sense of unease welled up inside Ji Hao, and he asked, "What is it now?"
The assassin was trembling all over: "The border defenses have been breached, His Highness the Crown Prince... he, he died on the battlefield..."
Snap—
Ji Hao dropped the memorial in his hand. He felt a buzzing pain in his head. Before, when Ji Wuyu was guarding the border for a whole year, he didn't think Daqing was any threat. In fact, let alone the border, Daqing's border had almost been destroyed by Ji Wuyu.
But now that Ji Wuyu has left, Ji Hao realizes that something is wrong.
Of the princes, only Ji Wuyu was able to withstand Daqing.
As for those generals, they were certainly capable fighters, but none of them reached the level of Ruan Changhong.
Ji Hao then realized that the vast Liang Dynasty had no shortage of talent, except for the aspect of warfare, which was firmly controlled by Ruan Changhong.
"That old bastard, no wonder he's been so quiet all these years..."
Ji Hao was trembling with anger. He now understood that he had been tricked by Ruan Changhong. The Yongle Marquis's mansion was indeed peaceful, but that was all a show to lull him into a false sense of security.
Ji Hao was only worried about his prestige in the military, not about any major problems. He never expected that old bastard Ruan Changhong was just putting on an act!
There are only two options—
They destroyed Ruan Changhong and Ji Wuyu, who could beat Daqing to a pulp.
Or, let the iron cavalry of Daqing trample through the capital...
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