In the next few days, the armies of Song and Liao fought fiercely within thousands of miles of Zhending, and the whole land of Hebei was on fire.
On this day, Sister Yang and Mu Guiying hurriedly brought their troops back to hand over their orders. When they saw Cao Bin, Taijun She and others sitting around in front of the map, they couldn't help but excitedly said:
"Cao Bin, as expected, the Liao people really want to ambush us."
"They didn't expect that every time we send troops for rescue, we always go in two directions!"
"Haha, in the past few days, we have surrounded and suppressed three of their plundering cavalry and annihilated more than 7,000 people."
She had a skin injury, and her nearly one month of recuperation did not affect her ability to lead the troops in battle.
Mu Guiying frowned and reminded:
"I feel something is wrong. Although the Liao army suffered heavy losses, they did not restrain themselves. Maybe they had other plans."
Taijun She nodded and said:
"Guiying's guess is good. The spies have sent back the news that a cavalry of 5,000 people is heading south to the capital."
Mu Guiying and Sister Yang looked surprised and said:
"How dare the Liao people go deep alone? What is their purpose?"
Cao Bin smiled and said:
"It's nothing more than disturbing our military morale, but our Songzhou County is strong and he can't succeed easily."
"As long as we hold on, there's nothing they can do."
Taijun She nodded and said:
"Brother Bin still wants to remind the officials not to be fooled by the Liao army. We can stabilize it, but we are afraid that the officials will lack confidence."
Mu Guiying also added:
"Also, since you beat Zhu Biao, why did you let Zhu Long and Zhu Hu take care of the food and grass? It is too dangerous to do so."
Just as he was talking, the emperor just sent a young eunuch to summon him. Cao Bin waved his hand indifferently and said:
"I'm going to see the official first, and we'll talk about this later."
After speaking, he did not delay and immediately followed the young eunuch to see the emperor.
Looking at his hurried away figure, Mu Guiying said speechlessly:
"Then Zhu Biao would be unlucky to meet him..."
Arriving at the emperor's camp, Cao Bin shook the snowflakes off his body. Just as he was about to enter and salute, the emperor already waved his hand to stop, and said with a serious face:
"No courtesy, come in first and then talk."
Cao Bin looked confused, wondering what he was trying to do.
The emperor didn't say anything, walked directly to the inner room, and said seriously:
"Juncai, I want to thank you."
Cao Bin was confused by him and said quickly:
"What does the official mean?"
The emperor then said:
"Pan Fei is pregnant."
Cao Bin was startled by him. What do you mean? It has nothing to do with me.
The emperor then smiled and said:
"Juncai, your Qi training technique is so effective. I finally have an heir."
After hearing this, Cao Bin breathed a sigh of relief.
However, Concubine Pan's pregnancy was a big deal, and she didn't expect that her Qigong breathing adjustment method would actually work.
He didn't know whether she was pregnant with a boy or a girl, whether it was a blessing or a curse for him.
It would have been nice if Concubine Pang was pregnant, but unfortunately, ever since Master Pang fell out of favor and she herself was demoted, she didn't care much about competing for favor.
This time, she was excused from accompanying the driver on the expedition, saying she was ill.
Otherwise, depending on the emperor's hard work these days, she might be pregnant.
"Congratulations, Your Majesty! Congratulations, Your Majesty!"
After Cao Bin reacted, he quickly raised his hands and congratulated him.
The emperor tried his best to hold back the excitement on his face and said:
"I don't want to publicize this matter widely. I plan to wait until Concubine Pan gives birth to an heir before announcing it to the government and the public. What do you think?"
Cao Bin understood his thoughts.
There are many people with good intentions in the court, and this time he finally has blood, so he will definitely be extremely careful.
"Your Majesty called Wei Chen here..."
The emperor said:
"Your qi training technique has the effect of warming and nourishing the meridians, so I want you to condition Pan Fei."
Cao Bin nodded quickly and said:
"This is a minor matter, please rest assured, Your Majesty."
Then, the emperor said with increasing expectation:
"Juncai, my body still needs you to continue to take care of me. After all... Concubine Pan has a man or woman in her belly, so I will continue to work hard."
Cao Bin was speechless...but had no reason to refuse.
After recuperating Concubine Pan and the emperor's health, Cao Bin informed the emperor of the Liao army's actions.
The emperor waved his hand and said:
"Among these civil and military officials, the one I trust most is the talented person. No matter how much you do, I will never interfere."
While Cao Bin was relieved, he couldn't help but be worried, thinking about the impact of Concubine Pan's pregnancy on him.
However, the emperor's body is still healthy and he has not yet reached the stage of life and death, so there is no need to be too anxious.
After leaving the emperor's camp, Shi Qian reported:
"Master Marquis, there is something going on. There are many strangers observing the Zhu brothers' house secretly."
Cao Bin suddenly became energetic and said with a smile:
"It seems that my bitter trick is still very useful."
"You have to keep an eye on them at all times and don't neglect them."
Shi Qian hurriedly said:
"Don't worry, Lord Marquis, I know exactly when they go to the toilet and when they eat."
In a house not far from the north gate of Zhending City.
Zhulong and Zhuhu had not slept a wink for several nights. They sat in the yard and sighed, as if they were mourning their heirs.
Zhu Biao and Luan Tingyu were in bad luck these days.
If they are beaten with a military stick in one go, they will recover slowly based on their physical fitness.
But this daily practice of using the cane caused their sores to repeatedly heal and collapse.
The skin has been traumatized for a long time, and their wounds have shown signs of pus.
If this continues, they will probably die...
"Brother, two brothers..."
Hearing Zhu Biao's call, Zhu Long and Zhu Hu quickly ran into the house and asked:
"Third brother, are you awake? How are you feeling?"
Zhu Biao looked despairingly and said, "Brother, haven't the Liao people responded yet?"
Seeing that Zhu Long and Zhu Hu were silent, Zhu Biao's eyes suddenly dimmed and he said unwillingly:
"My life is at an end..."
"I regret it. What kind of medicine did I take at that time to want to join the Song Dynasty?"
Zhu Hu quickly covered his mouth and said:
"Brother, don't shout. If Cao Bin finds out, I'm afraid he won't be able to get around you."
Zhu Biao said desperately: "Cao Bin, even if I were a ghost, I would never let him go."
At this moment, a shout came from outside:
"Is Mr. Zhu's family here?"
Zhu Long said quickly: "Doctor Wang is here. Let him see the third brother's wound first."
Not long after, a middle-aged doctor came in carrying a medicine box. He carefully observed Zhu Biao's wounds before saying slowly:
"Brothers Zhu, do you want to die or live?"
When the three people from the Zhu family heard this, they suddenly became energetic and asked:
"you are......."
The middle-aged doctor suddenly laughed...
Dingzhou City.
When Emperor Liao saw the eldest princess running to the front line in person, he couldn't help complaining:
"Why did you end up on the front line when you didn't go to the capital to serve your mother?"
"If the queen mother is angry, who will comfort her?"
Yelv Guanyinnu said unconcernedly:
"The Queen Mother will always know about the Imperial Brother's personal expedition. What matters is whether the Imperial Brother can achieve his goal."
Emperor Liao sighed:
"I thought simply. It seems that God's will has not stopped the Zhao family, and it has allowed the Song Dynasty to produce many talented people."
"Especially Cao Bin. Not only is his martial arts unrivaled, he is also careful in using his troops and does not miss any flaws."
"In these days, our Daliao warriors have suffered heavy casualties."
As he spoke, he looked at Yelvren and said:
"But Marshal Renxian has already devised a plan to draw out the firepower, if this plan can work."
"I would like to take the opportunity to negotiate and return to the two states of Guannan."
Yelu Guanyin Nu said coldly:
"Brother, don't be discouraged, it's just Cao Bin."
"I came here this time just to plot against him."
