Chapter 466 Emperor Shouzong Returns to Camp
Qin Jinzhi's words greatly reassured the veterans.
Although some people still disagree with this move.
But Qin Jinzhi's words make a lot of sense.
Qin Jinzhi has already promised them, so she probably won't carry out the massacre again.
Qin Jinzhi returned to her tent and lay down on the couch with her eyes closed.
Her father, Qin Ziyi, wielded considerable influence within the military.
That city was deliberately given to her by Huangfu Nanfeng.
If she were to seize the city, she would surely massacre its inhabitants.
She traded the lives of an entire city for the alienation of her soldiers.
For Qin Ziyi now, her reputation is more of a disadvantage than an advantage.
Once her ruthless methods shatter the soldiers' image of Qin Ziyi as a benevolent and righteous man.
The soldiers in that army will surely be dissatisfied with her.
An army that cannot be mobilized is not to be feared, even if it has thousands of troops.
The persistent smoke signals from the city walls proved that the city had been pleading for help for many days, but no assistance had been provided.
Upon seeing the smoke signal, Qin Jinzhi knew that this was Huangfu Nanfeng's scheme.
It's often said that your opponent knows you best, and that's certainly true.
Huangfu Nanfeng had guessed exactly what she would do.
A thousand miles away, it undermined the morale of the army.
Huangfu Nanfeng was far more ruthless than she had imagined.
The people of Chu were enemies to Qin Jinzhi, but to Huangfu Nanfeng they were his people.
That makes sense, even his brothers, he said he could sever ties with them if he could.
Although this incident did not cause any major upheaval, it made Qin Jinzhi realize once again that she did not have nearly enough support in the military.
She needs to completely replace her father in order to have full control of the army.
At the same time, she greatly admired her father's strength.
He was so powerful that he still has such an influence many years after his death.
It was worth all her years of planning.
Many people in the know cannot understand why the crown prince killed her father.
But Qin Jinzhi understood all too well why Xiao Chengqian was doing this.
Someone is so outstanding that just by standing there, he can replace him as the crown prince.
At the heart of that power vortex, because of His Majesty's words, Xiao Chengqian lived in constant fear of being ousted whenever she saw her father.
When there is no way to overcome fear, fear will accumulate and grow.
Until people's hearts are crushed.
Qin Jinzhi blew out the candle and fell into a deep sleep.
The next morning, Qin Jinzhi got up early to do her morning exercise.
The military camp entrance was extremely noisy.
Qin Jinzhi went over upon hearing the sound.
Then a soldier shouted, "General Shouzong is back!"
Qin Jinzhi stopped upon hearing this and smiled as she looked at Shouzong, who was being escorted by the crowd.
Shou Zong saw Qin Jinzhi approaching excitedly, "Shou Zong greets Young Master, all the provisions for the central route have been delivered!"
One of the supply routes arranged by Zhao Yuanying was personally escorted by Shouzong with his troops.
Qin Jinzhi stepped forward and helped Shouzong up. "General Shouzong, welcome back to camp."
With a hint of tears in his eyes, Shouzong smiled silently.
Qin Jinzhi said with a smile, "The Marshal has been waiting for you for a long time."
When Shou Zong arrived at Qin Ye's camp, many veteran generals were shocked to see him.
"Shou Zong!"
"Where have you been all these years, you little rascal! We've never heard from you!"
"None of us uncles have heard a word about you! You brat!"
Everyone gathered around.
Despite his advanced age, Shouzong was still called a brat, which made him a little embarrassed.
Shouzong grew up with Qin Ziyi, and these old generals also watched him grow up.
When Qin Ziyi died tragically, it seemed as if Emperor Shouzong's spirit was also killed.
Everyone knew he was blaming himself for not saving Qin Ziyi's life.
When he went missing, there was a fear that he might do something drastic and commit suicide.
They could all see how deep the friendship between Shou Zong and Qin Ziyi was.
Qin Ye only said that he had assigned a task to Shou Zong.
That departure lasted for nineteen years.
Those veterans who watched them grow up.
Some have already died on the battlefield.
Some of them have already passed away peacefully of old age.
Those who remained could still see Shouzong, and their hearts were filled with mixed emotions.
The crowd gathered for a long time before finally dispersing.
Shou Zong came to Qin Ye and knelt down directly in front of him.
"Marshal, Shouzong has returned."
Qin Ye gripped Shou Zong's shoulder tightly with his large hand.
"It's good that you're back."
After Qin Ziyi's death, Emperor Shouzong knelt before Qin Ziyi's tomb, refusing to eat or drink.
Even if they went to the battlefield, they would certainly die.
Qin Ye then sent Shouzong back to the capital to investigate in secret.
For nineteen years, the two never saw each other again.
Qin Ye's four adopted sons were quite famous in the capital.
However, the four generals under Qin Ye were the most renowned in the army.
Shou Zong's ability to be ranked among the four generals speaks volumes about his outstanding capabilities.
Qin Ye wanted to have his military rank reinstated, but Shou Zong refused.
“Shou Zong has been away from the camp for many years and feels unworthy of this military post. Shou Zong is willing to join the vanguard and start over.”
Qin Ye frowned slightly. "Have you thought it through immediately? Let's start over, beginning as soldiers."
Shouzong smiled and said, "Even if Shouzong were to remain a soldier forever, he would be incredibly proud."
Qin Ye turned his head and said, "You must be tired from your journey. Go back and rest for the night, and give me your answer tomorrow."
Shou Zong said loudly, "I have thought it through very clearly, and I beg the Marshal to grant my request!"
Qin Ye turned around and saw that Shou Zong had already kowtowed to the ground.
Qin Ye took a deep breath, "If that's the case, then so be it!"
The other veterans remained silent when they saw Qin Ye looking somewhat annoyed.
No one could understand their feelings better than they did.
Qin Ye hoped that Emperor Shouzong would spare him.
King Sujong could never escape the death of the Crown Prince.
But the soldiers outside the camp didn't understand at all.
In the past, Emperor Shouzong followed Qin Ziyi in his campaigns in the south and north, and his prestige was outstanding.
Even if he had been away from the military for many years, it would be only natural for him to be reinstated to his military post.
But he went to serve as a lowly soldier under the young master.
Shouzong laughed and said, "Thank you for your kindness, Marshal! I'll take my leave now!"
He knew that Qin Ye was angry with him, so he wisely left Qin Ye's camp.
After leaving the camp, they joined the soldiers who were escorting the grain and fodder in unloading the supplies.
These soldiers were completely unsurprised.
On the way here, Shouzong had already explained everything to them.
They are the young master's soldiers, and after entering the camp, they will serve under the young master.
They are the young master's trump cards; they only need to obey his orders.
The young master will take care of the rest.
With Qin Ye's permission, Shou Zong busied himself like a lowly soldier.
As night deepened, Shouzong heard the whistle outside the tent and quickly got up.
When he opened the tent flap, he saw Qin Jinzhi holding two jars of wine and waving them at him.
Shouzong walked out of the tent with a smile.
The two arrived at an open space outside the camp.
After downing a mouthful of strong liquor, Shouzong let out a satisfied sound.
"The liquor here is definitely stronger!"
Qin Jinzhi also tilted her head back and drank the strong liquor.
"Uncle Shou, my father's death was not your fault. Your grandfather is angry with you today, so please don't blame him."
Shou Zong looked up with a smile on his face. "I understand the Marshal's thoughts, but Jinzhi, not everything can be resolved with time. I am already very happy to be able to return to the battlefield."
He turned back and looked at Qin Jinzhi with a face full of satisfaction.
"Your first victory is a great achievement, and Uncle Shou is proud of you."
Your father will be proud of you.
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