Qiao Zhongguo and Xiao Hongda hugged each other for a long time. If it weren't for the space restrictions, they could have wrestled on the spot!

From the few words they exchanged, Qiao Jiaojiao finally understood the general process.

[It turns out that when Dad first entered the military camp, he and General Xiao were in the same group of young soldiers. ]

[The two of them admired each other, and before parting, they lit incense and swore brotherhood, becoming brothers with different surnames! ]

At this time, Qiao Zhongguo and Xiao Hongda were sitting opposite each other. They talked about interesting things in the past and couldn't help laughing.

The two brothers Tianzhengdiyi outside the door couldn't help showing surprise when they heard such bold laughter.

Dad and General Xiao get along so well?

Inside the house, the two chatted for a long time before Qiao Zhongguo brought up the issue of military power.

"Lao Da, are there any of your lieutenants capable of taking on important tasks?"

When General Xiao heard this, his expression became serious.

"Leader Zuo has been stationed with me in the southern border for nearly twenty years. He is loyal to the court. Although he is not brave enough, he is more than capable of defending the country. If he is temporarily appointed as the General of Cavalry, there will be no problem at all."

After hearing this, Qiao Zhongguo felt much more relieved.

At this critical moment of the change of military power, we must not let the Nanli Kingdom take advantage of the opportunity!

"Lao Da, do you have any idea about the new candidate for the cavalry general?"

Speaking of this, General Xiao nodded without hesitation.

"Old Joe, in my heart, there are only two people who are most qualified to replace me. One is you, and the other is General Guo."

"If His Majesty asks, I will definitely recommend General Guo."

When talking about General Guo, General Xiao's face was full of gratitude and admiration.

"If it weren't for General Guo's careful teaching, you and I might not have achieved what we have today. I admire General Guo very much. If he can take the position of General of the Cavalry, I will be very relieved."

When Qiao Jiaojiao heard this, she understood what was going on.

[It turns out that Dad is waiting for General Xiao here. ]

[So, this is to unite with General Xiao to eliminate hidden dangers and push General Guo up? ]

Qiao Zhongguo nodded, patted Xiao Hongda on the shoulder, and said solemnly:

"Lao Da, we are friends with each other, so I will not hide anything from you."

So Qiao Zhongguo told him everything about the second prince's ambition, the prince's situation, and General Guo's son Guo Gaoyi.

General Xiao had been away from the court for many years and thought that the position of the crown prince was extremely stable. However, he did not expect that there were so many inside stories. His face changed slightly.

You must know that General Xiao is the prince's future father-in-law and the future father-in-law of the country. He is absolutely on the prince's side.

"Old Joe, I know you have your own ideas. Tell me what you want to do. I will fully cooperate with you!"

When Qiao Jiaojiao heard this, she sat up straight instantly.

【Now it seems that General Guo is indeed the most suitable candidate. 】

[After all, the Nanli Kingdom is not a pushover. They would harass the border from time to time to test the attitude and strength of the Yong Dynasty.]

[If the generals who go to the southern border don't have the ability to repel them, it is very likely that they will stir up the ambitions of the Nanli Kingdom, and then the people of the southern border will suffer! ]

After hearing this, Qiao Zhongguo became more determined in his mind.

"Lao Da, I might be sorry to General Guo!"

General Xiao's heart slightly raised, "You are going to..."

Qiao Zhongguo's face was cold and hard. "If a person does something wrong, he should not think of getting away with it. Guo Gaoyi should be punished!"

"General Guo is loyal and righteous, and he should not be coerced or have his reputation tarnished because of this."

"Based on my understanding of General Guo, he will definitely choose to sacrifice his relatives for the greater good. At that time, His Majesty will consider that General Guo is the most suitable person to guard the southern border, and may even spare Guo Gaoyi's life!"

When General Xiao heard this, his thoughts surged in his mind, and he finally stood up suddenly.

"Old Joe, let me do this!"

"The incident in the southern border was caused by my resignation from the military power. It is only reasonable for me to go to General Guo."

"You can't get involved in this. If you arouse suspicion from above, it will be more trouble than gain!"

When Qiao Jiaojiao heard this, she was extremely grateful to General Xiao for his wise thinking.

[This matter is a thankless one, but General Xiao is willing to take the initiative to take it over. His love for my father is truly beyond words! ]

[Dad really has no say in this matter. If the dog emperor finds out, he will definitely doubt Dad's intentions! ]

Qiao Zhongguo and Xiao Hongda are as close as brothers, there is nothing to argue about this matter. If Xiao Hongda needs him in the future, he will be the first to rush in without saying a word.

"Okay, Lao Da, this is a serious matter, I will leave this important task to you!"

Xiao Hongda nodded cautiously, "Old Qiao, don't worry!"

The two then discussed some details, and Qiao Jiaojiao became distracted as she listened.

[With the male protagonist's scheming, he would definitely guess that General Guo is the most suitable candidate. ]

[I don't believe he would give up such an important bargaining chip. After all, once he controls General Guo, he can be said to have control over the military power of the southern border! ]

[But this time there is no list of cheaters in the Spring Examination, what can the hero do? 】

Qiao Jiaojiao tried hard to put herself into the male protagonist's perspective, recalling all the information she had learned about him during this period.

[If we want to talk about General Guo’s flaw, it can only be his unjustly born son Guo Gaoyi. ]

[Guo Gaoyi's flaw, besides cheating in the Spring Examination, is...]

At this time, Qiao Jiaojiao suddenly remembered what Qiao Tianjing and Tan Hanchi said yesterday.

"I heard that he loves to recite poems and compose couplets, almost to the point of obsession..."

【Oh my god! 】

Qiao Jiaojiao suddenly shuddered and almost fell onto the couch.

Qiao Zhongguo had been paying attention to Qiao Jiaojiao, and upon seeing this he quickly straightened her up.

Qiao Jiaojiao was so anxious that she screamed.

[I know what the Second Prince is going to do! He will definitely not sit still and wait for death! ]

[Meng Guxue! Meng Guxue! ]

[If you were to ask where the most exquisite poems and songs in the world are, they must be in Meng Guxue's mind! ]

When Qiao Zhongguo heard this, his expression suddenly changed.

Qiao Jiaojiao tightly grasped Qiao Zhongguo's hand, wishing she could say something!

[A few days ago, at the Dragon Boat Festival Palace Banquet at Yuhua Lake, the Second Prince went after Meng Guxue! ]

[As a result, everyone left the palace, and Meng Guxue didn't come back until very late. The two of them chatted for so long! ]

[On the day of the palace banquet, Meng Guxue just showed her talent. If the Second Prince had been eyeing the issue of military power from the beginning, he would have definitely inquired about General Guo long ago.]

[Once he finds out that General Guo is invulnerable, he will definitely start with his family first, and he will definitely not miss the flaw of Guo Gaoyi! ]

[Meng Guxue is likely to be used by him, but I don't know if she is really so stupid that she would leak all the poems to the Second Prince! ]