The power of the Liang Dynasty tilted northward, and the Northern Expedition became a national policy. With the full cooperation of the six ministers, a steady stream of troops marched towards Dingtao County, and the logistics troops transporting supplies were also on the way.
The news of the nationwide effort to attack Qin Feng also spread throughout the Liang Dynasty along with large-scale military mobilization.
The people of Kyoto who were originally kept in the dark were shocked when they learned about this incident.
"What? Is there a mistake? Your Majesty actually ordered a crusade against the King of Qin?"
"King Qin became a traitor?"
"Impossible! This is absolutely impossible. Without King Qin, how could we, Daliang, defeat two powerful enemies? There must be some misunderstanding here."
"Is there any misunderstanding? You still don't understand now? Your Majesty is ready to kill the donkey."
"The King of Qin has achieved so much success that your Majesty cannot tolerate him anymore."
"Oh my God, attacking the King of Qin is nothing more than grieving the enemies of your loved ones. Can't your Majesty live in peace with the King of Qin? Why do you want to fight!"
"Shh, please keep your voices down. Don't talk about state affairs in such a big way. Don't you even want to live?"
The entire Kyoto was completely immersed in an atmosphere of sadness and depression. Almost all the people were extremely repulsive to the Northern Expedition and felt that Emperor Liang was unkind and unjust.
Even the so-called ministers in the court must have been kicked in the head by a donkey. Otherwise, how could they support His Majesty's use of troops?
In Cuiwei Garden, Li Yong, who had been under house arrest for a long time, stood by the lake with his hands behind his back, the corners of his mouth raised slightly.
"The moment has finally arrived."
In the Guanyin Temple of the harem, the queen, who was helpless due to the destruction of the southern territory, once again showed a little smile.
"Qin Feng, aren't you the sharpest dagger in His Majesty's hand? How does it feel to be cut off and killed now?"
"Hahaha, this is why the Southern Territory wants to fight against each other. If the Southern Territory hands over its power, this will be the end!"
"You have devoted yourself to Daliang, and now Daliang wants your life!"
At the same time, Beixi County, thousands of miles away, was also involved in heated discussions because of the official start of the Northern Expedition.
People gathered in the streets and talked loudly.
"His Majesty has indeed taken action!"
"Hey, this is the ruthlessness of the emperor. Once it loses its use value, it will immediately lead to suppression."
"Damn it! King Qin put in so much effort for Daliang, but in the end he couldn't change the end of the rabbit."
"Come on! Who's afraid of whom?"
"Hmph, if the King of Qin hadn't taken action, how could the Southern Expedition have gone so smoothly? Daliang has experienced two wars in a row, and now it dares to attack the northern border. It's really desperate."
"That's right, even I know that Daliang's national power is now empty and it is in urgent need of recuperation. At this time, it is resorting to militarism and declaring war on the strongest Northern Territory. It is clearly seeking death."
"Even we understand the truth, how can His Majesty not understand? It must be that the arrow is on the string and has to be fired."
"Why do you care so much? King Qin is our real king. I don't recognize anyone except King Qin. Even if the imperial army comes, we should fully support King Qin and win this war."
"You're right!"
In the county government office, the Qin family gathered together, and everyone was worried about an all-out war.
From the moment Qin Tianhu left Kyoto, he had already expected that Emperor Liang would definitely declare war on the northern border. The difference was only a matter of time.
But even if he was mentally prepared, Qin Tianhu still felt extremely depressed now that the imperial army was really approaching.
Qin Cheng saw Qin Tianhu's helplessness and immediately comforted him softly.
"Master, there is no need to complain. You have already paid enough for Daliang. Now choosing to stand with your family is the most correct choice."
"On the contrary, Your Majesty doesn't even give you a chance to retire after your success. Your Majesty is truly ruthless and unjust.
Qin Tianhu shook his head and smiled bitterly: "Having said that, the Qin family has been loyal for generations, but now they are standing on the opposite side of Daliang..."
Shen Qingci, who was sitting aside, comforted softly: "Father's words are wrong. We are not standing opposite Daliang, but standing opposite Emperor Liang."
Jing Qianying also agreed: "You are right, Emperor Liang cannot represent Daliang."
"In these years, Emperor Liang has only been obsessed with the art of balancing. He would rather watch the people suffer than consolidate his power first. How can he be a wise king?"
Hearing this, Qin Tianhu pressed his hand from Jing Qianying, telling her not to say that in front of Li Xiaolan.
After all, Li Xiaolan is Princess Mingyue, the daughter of Emperor Liang.
In the end, Li Xiaolan said firmly: "Now I only have the Qin family in my heart, not the imperial palace. And if it weren't for the fact that I am still valuable, how would Emperor Liang recognize me?"
"Now that the army is attacking, I naturally have to fight with my husband and family."
Almost as soon as he finished speaking, the courtyard door was pushed open, and King Ming stepped in and said with a strong momentum: "That's right!"
"We are both from Daliang and from the north."
"Now that His Majesty has taken action against Daliang, even if our position is not firm at all, it would be irresponsible to the people in the north."
"No matter who it is, even if it is His Majesty today, who intends to encroach on the northern border, we should share the same hatred and fight head-on."
Prince Ming and Li Zhang have long been completely bound to the North, and they will never be able to return to Kyoto.
Therefore, whether the Northern Territory is strong or not is related to the future of King Ming's lineage.
To put it more bluntly, once the northern border is captured, King Ming and Li Zhang will be liquidated, or in other words, they will die.
Prince Ming looked at Qin Tianhu and said in a deep voice: "Master Qin, as a prince, I am determined to live and die with the Northern Territory. What else do you have to worry about?"
Qin Tianhu took a deep breath and his eyes gradually calmed down.
King Ming's words completely awakened Qin Tianhu, and his guilt for Emperor Liang disappeared in an instant.
"I'm just being pedantic."
"Feng'er is fighting bloody battles on the front line to protect us. How can we let down Feng'er?"
"What Pluto said is absolutely true. No matter who dares to invade the North, he will be our mortal enemy."
Even Qin Tianhu had firmed his stance, and the people present naturally no longer had any concerns.
Now, the only thing they need to do is to help Qin Feng guard the rear in Beixi County, and leave the rest to Qin Feng.
Anyuan County has begun to transition towards a state of complete militarization.
For safety reasons, Qin Feng has ordered to start evacuating local people in advance.
The common people carried the salutes and dragged their families out along the city gate, while all kinds of military officers and soldiers lined up to enter the city.
In addition to Zhao Zhenhai, Ning Hu has also rushed to Anyuan County.
Because Xu Mo is still recovering from his injuries, he will not be able to rush to the battlefield in the short term.
Even Liu Ming has returned to Qin Feng with a large number of Jin Yiwei.
