Chapter 118 Nie Hai's Worry
Before the empress dowager could think it over carefully, Nanny Chang arrived.
"Your Majesty just received news that General Nie has entered the Imperial Study."
The Queen Mother was so angry that she knocked over the inkstone beside her.
She said calmly, "Go and invite Lord Nie over later."
"I understand."
The Empress Dowager was so shocked by the Emperor's sudden action that she lost all interest in copying the scriptures.
Is the thing she fears most about to happen?
An hour later, the Empress Dowager's eldest brother Nie Hai was invited.
"Your Highness Nie Hai pays respects to the Empress Dowager!"
The Queen Mother quickly ordered the maid to help him up: "Brother, there is no need to be so polite!"
Nanny Chang quickly asked the maids to bring stools and serve tea.
Having just come out of the Imperial Study, Nie Hai knew what his sister meant when he heard her summon him. He said bluntly:
"The Emperor just sent me to ask Shaoli to go to the northern border to take over the affairs of the King of Liang. The order was issued last night."
When the Queen Mother heard this, she trembled with anger:
"Confused, Yu'er is confused! I think he's too comfortable sitting on the throne, and he doesn't want to make any trouble..."
Before he finished speaking, he realized that something was wrong and said calmly:
"Brother, you know the situation in the Northern Territory best. Shaoli has been in the Capital Guard Camp. It's completely different there than in the Northern Territory!"
"How could I not know? But what can I do? The emperor insists on doing this, and I can't disobey his order!"
As soon as Nie Hai entered the court today, he was stunned by the sudden imperial decree.
Although there have been rumors in recent years that the emperor's position was won by Prince Liang, the ministers did not think that the emperor had done anything excessive.
He thought that the emperor had let go of his grudge against Prince Liang.
Now it seems that not only has this not happened, but it has become even worse.
It's really difficult for him as an uncle caught between two nephews!
The Queen Mother also knew her son's temperament. Ever since the last quarrel, he simply ignored her as his mother.
Now that the imperial decree has been issued, she can only minimize the losses.
"Brother, I'm sorry to trouble you. Yu'er is not sensible and needs your help.
I also watched Shaoli grow up under my care. He has been close to Yu'er since childhood. He must be careful about his safety when he goes to the northern border, a land of barbarians."
"I will go back and tell Shaoli to listen to Prince Liang and not act rashly!"
The Queen Mother took a sip of tea and said, "The Prince of Liang has defended the northern border for many years. I believe he will not let anything happen to Shao Li. Don't worry. I will also write a letter to him."
Nie Hai felt better after hearing what his sister said.
He said gratefully, "Thank you, Queen Mother!"
The Queen Mother smiled and looked at Nie Hai: "We brothers and sisters don't have to be so formal. Come and have some tea."
Nie Hai looked at the teacup in his hand, his mind in turmoil.
The fight between the Emperor and the Prince of Liang involved them, which really... put him in a difficult position.
But there is no way to escape.
After returning from the palace, Nie Hai immediately called his son.
As soon as Nie Shaoli entered the study, he saw his father was so serious and asked, "Dad, are you calling me because of the emperor's order this morning?"
Nie Hai looked at his son: "That's right, what do you think about the emperor sending you to the northern border this time?"
Nie Shaoli smiled and said, "Dad, this is good news. Rong Ye is now in a coma and I will help the emperor realize his long-cherished wish!"
Upon hearing this, Nie Hai pointed at him and cursed, "You fool! Rong Ye single-handedly conquered the Northern Territory. How can you possibly get away with going there rashly? Besides, why would you want to get involved in a fight between brothers?"
Nie Shaoli retorted quietly: "After all, the emperor is my cousin. Shouldn't I help him? Besides, even if I don't want to, can I refuse?"
Nie Hai knew he couldn't refuse, so he sighed, "Your aunt is also very worried. Rong Ye is her child after all, and you must not ignore your brotherly love!"
When it comes to Rong Ye, Nie Shaoli dislikes him.
"He's been cold and aloof since he was a kid, and he always acts so high and mighty. I think his serious injury this time was caused by his usual arrogance! He deserves it!"
When Nie Hai saw Nie Shaoli commenting on the current prince, he scolded him:
"Shut up! I think you're becoming more and more outspoken. You dare to say anything. Are you dissatisfied with our Nie family being too good?"
Seeing his unconvinced look, Nie Hai scolded him, "No matter how great the King of Liang is, he is strong for unifying the northern border!
Don't be dissatisfied. Those barbarians are not the playboys in the capital.
Don't be too assertive this time. Listen to the opinions of Prince Liang and his generals, and don't be the only one who has the final say!"
His father kept praising Rong Ye, which made Nie Shaoli feel overwhelmed.
Nie Hai was still worried and earnestly warned, "You'll be leaving for the Northern Territory tomorrow. Remember to save your life first. Do you understand?"
Nie Shaoli's ears are about to get calluses.
"I understand, Dad. I'm not just sitting there doing nothing!"
"I'll say it again, the Northern Barbarians are no joke. You'd better take it seriously. If anything goes wrong, I can't save you from this far away!"
Nie Shaoli said unhappily, "What can happen? If Rong Ye can do it, I can do it too!"
When Nie Hai saw him like this, he knew that all his words were in vain!
"Anyway, I've said everything I need to say. Pay attention and remember that saving your life is the most important thing!"
Nie Shaoli nodded, rubbed his ears, said a few perfunctory words to his father, walked out of the study, and just as he turned a corner he saw Nie Shaoqing.
He was surprised and asked, "Cousin, why are you here?"
Nie Shaoqing hadn't expected to run into him in the yard, so he smiled and said:
"Cousin, grandma asked me to come." He bowed to Nie Shaoli and said, "I haven't congratulated you on being named the General of Fubei yet."
Nie Shaoli laughed a few times: "My cousin, you're welcome. Wait for me to come back someday and we'll go have a drink."
Nie Shaoqing smiled and replied, "Waiting for good news from my cousin!"
"Okay, I'll go pack my bags first, and we'll get together another day!"
After Nie Shaoli left, his smiling face was filled with worry.
Prince Liang should have received his letter, right?
Rong Ye held Nie Shaoqing's letter and a smile appeared on the corner of his lips.
Xie Shuangbai felt a chill all over his body when he saw his cold expression.
"why are you laughing?"
Rong Ye clicked on the letter and watched it turn into ashes in an instant.
"It's just as I thought. Rongyu can send him."
Xie Shuangbai paused as he set the table and asked curiously, "Who is it?"
"A fool."
Seeing him like this again, Xie Shuangbai advised: "Don't underestimate the enemy. You haven't suffered enough last time!"
Rong Ye came over and took a bite of the boiled meat. He coughed and said, "It's a bit spicy."
Xie Shuangbai watched him perform.
"Stop changing the subject. I only put one chili pepper in it. It's not spicy at all."
Rong Ye said embarrassedly: "I understand. I will never underestimate the enemy in the future."
Xie Shuangbai wasn't the type to hold on to something, so he asked softly, "How's your wound healing?"
Speaking of this, Rong Ye also felt it was miraculous: "I'm basically healed now, all thanks to you this time!"
Xie Shuangbai waved his hand: "Alright, forget the compliments. I'll be relieved if you just take good care of yourself."
He drank a mouthful of red bean porridge and said, "I also gave Rongyi the cement recipe and have already started making arrangements."
"Okay, you decide on this matter."
After dinner, the two chatted for a while and then went to bed early.
The decree came the next day.
As soon as the eunuch delivering the imperial edict arrived fifty miles away from Fencheng, Qin Yan sent a message to Rong Ye.
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