Chen Bin's move, which was equivalent to a bloodbath in Yangguancheng, shocked the government and the public. The emperor, who had always only known him as strong and ruthless, now realized that he was not only cruel to Hu Di, but also capable of killing all his colleagues.
Lingcheng's court already lacked people who knew the art of war, and there were even fewer who could lead troops to fight, let alone compete with Chen Bin. The emperor discussed countermeasures for several days, but still to no avail. He was so angry that he became ill.
Here Chen Bin occupied Yangguan City, stopped the army for a rest, and replenished the supplies needed by the army. Wen Yi was staying at home with Li Qian recently and didn't go anywhere. Seeing that she was not in a high mood, Li Qian asked: "Wen Yi Sister, what’s wrong with you?”
"Li Qian, was Chen Bin like this before? Like this, well, I don't know what to say."
"You want to say that Brother Chen Bin is cruel? He is ruthless? Yes, he has always been like this. What? You don't like it?"
"Do you like it?"
"There's nothing I don't like or dislike? Everything is forced by life. If you can survive by being meek, who would want to be cruel and unkind? Sister Wen, don't blame him. Brother Chen Bin can't help it."
Wen Yi thought: Yes, what can he do? Do we need to be benevolent and righteous when facing Hu Di while stationed at the border? The old general fought for his country all his life but ended up like this. Didn't he hate it? How to be gentle?
Just thinking about the scene in Yangguan City, Wen Yi couldn't help but tremble in her heart. It was the first time she had seen such cruel methods, it was chilling and nauseating. She couldn't accept it no matter what. How could this be done by her pillow person? His Chen Bin is so restrained and respectful.
After Chen Bin finished the discussion, he came over to see Wen Yi. Everything had gone well for him recently and he was eager to share the results of the battle with her. If what he expected was true, Lingcheng's heart would be shattered and it would have already existed in name only.
When Li Qian saw Chen Bin coming, she guessed that Chen Fei had finished his work, so she quickly got up and went to find him, but reminded Chen Bin with her eyes before leaving.
Chen Bin looked at Wen Yi's face and felt her depression. He carefully organized his words and asked, "Wen Yi, why are you unhappy, but because of me?"
Wen Yi looked at him and swallowed the words as they came to her lips. She could not persuade others to do good without their suffering. Whether it was questioning or persuading, she could not do this.
"Didn't we agree to be honest with each other? What's wrong? Do you think there's something wrong with me? It's okay, just tell me."
Wen Yi shook his head and sighed: "There's nothing wrong. It's just the first time I've met a general like you. I thought you would have kind thoughts. After all, they are the people he has guarded under his protection for many years at the border. Although they are imperial officials, After all," Wen Yi said, even he thought it was ridiculous, so he kept silent.
"Why don't you continue?" Chen Bin asked calmly.
"Chen Bin, I don't want to say that. What does it have to do with me whether those people are dead or alive? I just want to remind you not to be too cruel. A king should only be benevolent. Your methods are so cruel and ruthless. Do you think about the future? "Wen Yi looked at Chen Bin's slightly gloomy face and simply spread out his words.
"What's next? You just dislike me for being cruel and killing innocent people indiscriminately, right?"
"No, I don't know why. When I heard what you did, I felt cold in my heart. In fact, I know your purpose, it's just to shock. I know and understand, but I just feel uncomfortable. Chen Bin, I'm afraid of you. Blinded by hatred, he finally became a slave to power."
Chen Bin sighed, stepped forward and hugged her and said, "Wen Yi, no, I just want to seek justice for the General's Mansion and an explanation for the countless soldiers who fought on the battlefield, that's all.
You know, I don't care about that position, but Wen Yi, I have to be the emperor. Which emperor can't be afraid of the military power in my hands? You should understand.
But don't worry, I promise you that I will not kill innocent people indiscriminately in the future. I will cultivate my moral character and strive to be tolerant and kind, okay? "
Wen Yi nodded, turned around and hugged him and said, "Don't lie to me."
Chen Bin kissed her forehead and said: "Of course, when have I lied to you? Wen Yi, Yangguan City is more complicated. Whether it is military power, economy or bureaucracy, it is the best in Lingcheng. Although we temporarily restrained them, If it is not dealt with immediately, there will be endless troubles until they counterattack.
The most direct way to solve this problem is to uproot them. I know you want to say that some of them are innocent and are sincerely willing to surrender. However, our troops are limited and we dare not bet on this possibility.
Their life is life, but my brother’s life is not life? All the soldiers sacrificed their lives to accompany me in my last days. As the commander-in-chief of the border soldiers, how could I care for others? Wouldn't it chill the brothers? do you understand? "
Wen Yi buried her head in his chest and nodded silently. The words she said when she first entered the border gate, "I will follow the general to the death, and I am willing to serve the general with all my might!" seemed to have penetrated into her heart, making her feel sad for a moment. Wen Yi regretted it endlessly: "Chen Bin, I'm sorry."
"Fool, why are you apologizing? Don't feel guilty, they won't blame you." Chen Bin lowered his head and kissed her lips, "Wen Yi, I want you."
After more than half a month, they had sex again. Wen Yi thought that they would be as happy physically and mentally as they were last time. Unexpectedly, this time she collapsed from exhaustion and lay motionless on the bed. Chen Bin smiled and said, "What? Tired?"
Wen Yi glanced at him sideways, wondering how he, who was so busy every day, got so much energy and could do so much!
Chen Fei was not as lucky as Chen Bin. The last experience of having sex had left a lot of psychological shadow on Li Qian, so much so that when he kissed her so hard now, Li Qian was trembling all over. He thought of countless ways to do it. Not productive.
Li Qian didn't know anything about it yet, and thought she could stay with Chen Fei like this forever, and she was extremely satisfied.
"Brother Chen Fei, I feel that Sister Wen is not satisfied with Brother Chen Bin's bloodbath. Do you think they will quarrel?" Li Qian learned the conversation between herself and Wen Yi to Chen Fei, and asked worriedly after finishing the lesson.
After hearing this, Chen Bin stopped quickly, thought for a moment and said, "Wen Yizhen really said that? No, let's go back and see. Wen Yi is different from others. She controls all Chen Bin's emotions. Seeing the next battle It’s Lingcheng, and Chen Bin can’t make any mistakes at this time.”
Unexpectedly, as soon as the two of them arrived at Wen Yi's door, they heard a scolding voice, "I'm exhausted, you bastard!" Li Qian's face instantly turned red, and Chen Fei immediately turned around, pulling Li Qian and striding back.
As soon as he arrived at his residence, Chen Fei drank a few mouthfuls of cold water, stopped Li Qian who was about to run away and said, "Li Qian, can we try again? Don't be burdened, can you leave everything to me? I beg you. ”
"No, I'm afraid, I" Chen Fei kissed her lips fiercely, blocking her escape route.
Just like the previous times, Li Qian's lips began to tremble in the middle of the process. Chen Fei felt extremely distressed. Thinking of what Chen Zheng said about long-term pain being worse than short-term pain, he clasped her shoulders hard and persisted.
When Li Qian woke up again, Chen Fei carefully observed her face and asked, "Is there anything uncomfortable?"
Li Qian thought of something and was about to settle the score with him, but after seeing his worried expression, she shook her head and held him motionless, feeling happy in her heart: "No, Brother Chen Fei, I'm fine."
"You girl, you were born to torment me." Chen Fei hugged her and said with a sigh of relief.
The next march route was much simpler, heading straight to Lingcheng. Since the emperor's main force was almost uprooted by Chen Bin, there were no major obstacles along the way.
Until the gate of Lingcheng, the soldiers guarding the city, fearful of Chen Bin's methods, resisted symbolically for a long time, and then surrendered one after another. Chen Bin entered the city smoothly without any effort.
People in the palace were panicked. When the emperor heard the news, he knew that he had no way to save himself. It was not until Chen Bin stood in front of him that he said: "Chen Bin, do you still remember when we were studying? You said you wanted me to serve you well. You He will protect me well. I didn’t expect that we would meet in this way after so many years.”
Chen Bin said disdainfully: "Thanks to your help, you made me understand that instead of being loyal to others and being feared by others, it would be more secure to be the king myself."
"You finally revealed your true colors. You really have evil intentions. It's just a pity that if I don't issue an edict, you won't be able to ascend the throne legitimately."
"Absurd, do you think I care? I, Chen Bin, have never been threatened by others in my work. This emperor is already in my pocket. You can't see it clearly. I have already hinted to you that my Chen family has no intention of being emperor. , are you forcing me to do something wrong again and again? You are a foolish and incompetent person. If my father intends to rebel, who in this court can stop him?
You indulged treacherous ministers, plotted against loyal and good people, and plunged the people into misery and misfortune. With all these things before your eyes, how can you be worthy of being an emperor? Today I will eliminate harm for the people, clear the name of the General's Mansion, and redress the grievances of the soldiers who fought bloody battles at the border. "
Chen Bin stepped forward with the sword in hand. No matter how the emperor cried out and threatened, he remained unmoved. He raised the sword and dropped it, ending it all and starting over.
The first thing Chen Bin did when he ascended the throne was to change the country's name to Chang, make Chen Fei prime minister, Li Qing general, and Chen Ke deputy general. He followed Li Qing to the border to garrison. All former officials were inspected thoroughly by Chen Fei and found to be honest and upright. Remain in office, cholera and those with different intentions will be punished!
Although the palace had just experienced a dynasty change, there were not many incidents of bloodshed and sacrifice, so it was not severely damaged. It was simply cleaned up, and Chen Bin couldn't wait to pick up Wen Yi.
Wen Yi is sitting in the corridor of the General's Mansion at the moment. This place used to be Chen Bin's home, but now it has been given to Li Qing. Li Qian has been talked about by Mrs. Li endlessly since morning.
"I really owe you. I told you to learn more about housekeeping since you were a child. I have to listen. Now it's fine. I not only have to be busy with the affairs of the General's Palace, but also take care of the affairs of the Prime Minister's Palace for you. Hurry up and follow me. Learn from me, if you don’t want to be criticized, you’d better be smarter and get started quickly, you hear me!”
Li Qian quickly flattered her and said: "I heard it, Mom, you are very knowledgeable and talented, I will definitely learn from it."
