Yan Qi laughed loudly: "Since the Eight Wise Kings strongly recommend it and General Zhang agrees, I will reluctantly lead the troops north."
Zhang Yongwu breathed a sigh of relief when he saw that Yan Qi agreed to lead the troops.
The Eight Wise Kings immediately began to make plans: "Deputy Envoy Yan, leading troops to go on an expedition is both an honor and a responsibility."
"In order to live up to the trust of this king and the expectations of the emperor, this time we send troops to northern Xinjiang to repel Ye Ge and complete the mission assigned by history."
"If we did not defeat Ye Ge and allowed Ye Ge to attack the city, we would be Dahua's sinners and would be condemned to Dahua's pillar of shame forever. Therefore, I must hold on to the city and fight for every inch of territory."
These words seemed to be encouragement, but in fact they put a big hat on Yan Qi's head.
This means that Yan Qi must defeat Ye Ge.
You can't retreat.
Retreating means that he will become a criminal in history.
In other words, the Eight Sages are forcing Yan Qi: If you don't succeed, you will be benevolent.
The old emperor heard the voiceover and hurriedly added: "Yan Aiqing, there is no need to feel pressure. You must act according to your ability and fight with wisdom and courage. Remember my words: keep the green mountains and don't worry about running out of firewood."
Yan Qidao: "Your Majesty, I think what the Eighth Sage King said is true. The Eighth Sage King strongly recommends me, and General Zhang trusts me. If I don't make some achievements, how can I have any face? So, I must do it: no Success leads to benevolence.”
The old emperor kept blinking to stop Yan Qi from talking.
The Eighth Sage King laughed loudly: "Deputy Envoy Yan, you are indeed responsible. I am optimistic about him."
Yan Qi smiled and looked at the Eight Wise Kings: "However, I have to ask the prince: I am defeated and I will do justice. If I defeat Yege, what reward will be given to me?"
"this……"
The Eight Wise Kings were stunned.
He didn't expect that Yan Qi would ask this question.
Yan Qi smiled: "Eight Wise Kings, I just love vanity. Wouldn't it be nice to give me some rewards to make me more willing to fight and full of blood?"
The Eighth Sage King held it in for a long time, gritted his teeth and said, "This time, if Deputy Envoy Yan performs meritorious service, I will grant you a thousand acres of fertile land."
Yan Qi shook his head: "The land belongs to the people, and I will not compete with the people for profit."
The Eight Sages asked: "Then what do you want?"
Yan Qidao: "First, I want to be the Prime Minister. Second, I want to be the Privy Councilor."
"What?"
Yang Ke and Zhang Yongwu were so shocked that they started to sweat.
Yang Ke is now the deputy prime minister.
Yan Qi wins the battle and becomes prime minister.
Really
At that point, how could he face Yan Qi.
Zhang Yongwu is also going crazy.
He is the Privy Councilor. If Yan Qi wins, he will be the Privy Councilor.
There are two Privy Councilors?
When the time comes, who will you listen to?
This request is simply excessive.
The Eighth Sage King's face darkened: "Yan Qi, how can you push even further?"
"Quit."
Yan Qiyi shook his head and immediately gave up the challenge: "Your Majesty, the Northern Expedition should be shouldered by General Zhang Yongwu."
"If General Zhang defeats Ye Ge and makes him a marquis or king, I have no problem with it."
The Eight Wise Kings were given another army by Yan Qi.
This kid is really well versed in the art of blackmail.
"Forget it, just give him empty words. Anyway, Yan Qi will definitely die as long as he goes to conquer the northern border."
The Eighth Sage King deliberately pondered for a while and made up his mind: "Okay, Deputy Envoy Yan, I agree. As long as the emperor has no objection and returns in triumph, he will be promoted to Privy Envoy and Prime Minister."
Yan Qi laughed loudly: "Thank you, Eight Wise Kings, for your encouragement."
"My lords, have you all heard the promise made by the Eight Wise Kings? When I return in triumph, all of you will bear witness. If the Eight Wise Kings cheat, please don't pretend to be deaf and dumb."
Everyone laughed.
The Eighth Sage King narrowed his eyes and looked at Yan Qi: "I will never break my promise. Deputy Envoy Yan, I wish you a triumphant return."
Yan Qi cupped his hands and said, "With the auspicious words of the Eight Wise Kings, I will definitely live up to my mission."
The two looked at each other, sparks flying.
…
Retreat!
The old emperor immediately called Yan Qi into the Detai Hall.
Yan Qi comes in.
The old emperor couldn't wait to complain: "I'm talking too much. Ye Ge is coming in anger and is unstoppable. How can we ensure that Ye Ge is defeated? If Lao Ba is so pushy, there must be a conspiracy."
Yan Qi smiled: "As expected of the emperor, he has a sharp eye."
The old emperor snorted: "At this time, please stop flattering me. I don't want to hear flattery. What I want to hear is your high opinion."
Yan Qidao: "If I don't fulfill my words, how can I get the Eight Wise Kings to satisfy my request?"
"But, I'm worried..."
"Your Majesty, don't worry about me. I'm worried that your Majesty will be in trouble after I lead my army out of the capital."
When the old emperor heard this, he immediately became alert: "You mean, Lao Ba will do something bad to me?"
Yan Qi nodded slowly.
The old emperor sneered: "He doesn't dare."
Yan Qidao said: "The desire for gain has clouded the heart."
What crazy thing can't be done? A few days ago, during the Prince's Grand Ceremony, the Emperor didn't listen to me. Didn't I suffer a big loss? "
oops!
The old emperor felt uneasy when he heard Yan Qi mention the prince's grand sacrifice.
During the prince's grand ceremony, if Yan Qi hadn't made arrangements in advance, he would have died of exhaustion.
The old emperor became surprised and asked: "Then what should I do?"
Yan Qidao: "Don't worry, Your Majesty, I have my own plan."
The old emperor asked: "How to calculate?"
Yan Qidao: "To go to northern Xinjiang to meet the enemy, I don't need 100,000 troops at all, 50,000 is enough."
"Then you still need to bring so many troops? What will the extra 50,000 troops do?"
"I want so many soldiers to defend the emperor."
"Oh? Are you protecting me?"
Yan Qidao: "For the sake of safety, the emperor can stay at Qingmu Hunting Ground permanently in the name of hunting."
"And I will leave fifty thousand troops at the Aoki Hunting Ground to protect the emperor."
"I also asked Leng Wanshan to enter the Qingmu Hunting Ground for hunting. At the critical moment, once encountering the enemy, Leng Wanshan will directly command the battle. This will ensure that the emperor has no worries."
The old emperor did not expect that Yan Qi's arrangement was so appropriate, and he was pleasantly surprised: "With Leng Wanshan protecting me, what else do I have to fear? It's just that I am very worried. Going to northern Xinjiang will carry a heavy burden."
Yan Qi smiled: "Your Majesty, don't worry. I have my own arrangements for going to Northern Xinjiang, and I will definitely live up to my mission. But please, Your Majesty, don't believe any rumors."
The old emperor frowned: "What rumors?"
Yan Qidao: "When I go to Northern Xinjiang, someone will deliberately spread the news, saying that I have rebelled, rebelled, escaped, etc. When the emperor hears this, just feel at ease and laugh at it. Don't take it seriously."
"Hahaha, do you think I am a fool?"
The old emperor patted Yan Qi on the shoulder: "I would rather betray the world than I dare to betray Yan Aiqing."
Yan Qi had a stinking look on his face: "Oh no! With the Emperor's words, what else should I say? There's no need to say anything. Your Majesty, wait for my good news in more than a month."
The old emperor nodded vigorously: "If I win Yan Aiqing, I will win a great country."
…
That night!
Yang Ke and Zhang Yongwu gathered at the Palace of the Eight Sages.
Zhang Yongwu felt anxious: "Your Majesty, I have something on my mind."
Yang Ke also stood on the same side as Zhang Yongwu for the first time: "My king, I am also worried."
The Eight Wise Kings laughed loudly: "I know your thoughts well."
Zhang Yongwu and Yang Ke were startled: "The prince actually knows?"
