The light illuminated the desk, and countless flying insects attacked the fire, dropping small corpses. Qin Qin picked one up with his fingers, staring at the insect's legs and thinking.
In the long and prosperous age, just like this bright light, there are always countless insects buried in the ground restlessly coveting it.
But unfortunately, they will never be able to shine brightly.
Because that light was born to destroy them.
Qin Qin recently felt that the soul body was slightly turbulent. Qin Qin estimated that Gu Beilin was about to enter the second secret realm. The laws of heaven and earth in Linbai Domain were screening participants, and his soul body was being screened during the screening. It caused some turmoil.
Qin Qin calmed down and meditated. Whether it was the right branch of the army or the cleaning up of those who had participated in the underground trading ground, it was not something that could be done quickly. The most important thing at the moment was to deal with the top priority.
Stabilizing his soul and helping Gu Beilin get out of the Linbai Realm is the most important thing right now.
Qin Qin didn't know that a bigger storm was coming towards him, and this change would completely change his life.
Gu Ming sat in front of the case review. On the table were the members of the Yu clan who still had some power.
These aristocratic families were all ministers who had followed the late emperor. Although they had made great contributions, they were from aristocratic families after all. After Gu Ming came to power, he had a lot of favors, and it was only in recent years that he cleared them up one by one.
The only military power among them now is only in the right branch.
Gu Ming had expected the defeat in the north. After all, he knew what the situation of the Right Army had been like in recent years, especially the commander of the Right Army, He Chu. Most of them were descendants of nobles, and it would be strange if they didn't lose against the Miao people who had strong soldiers and horses.
Therefore, Gu Ming increased the number of people in an attempt to suppress the Miao people in numbers. However, he did not expect that the Miao people would not attack on a small scale this time, but came prepared.
Half of the right branch's army fell into the sand, and the aristocratic family hated him even more.
Gu Ming rubbed his brow. He just went to see Qin Qin yesterday. Qin Qin said that Gu Beilin was about to enter the second secret realm and that he needed to meditate in seclusion to stabilize his soul.
You must not alarm him at this time.
The Right Branch Army can hold out for at most one month. Gu Ming cannot let all the Right Branch Army fall into the sand. In this case, no matter how weak the family is and forcing them into a desperate situation, it will not be an easy solution.
Gu Ming rubbed his head. If it didn't work, he simply asked Mu Feng to go first. He was the chief of the main force of the left branch trained by Qin Qin. Even though he didn't have much actual combat experience, Qin Qin also taught him a lot of experience. These experiences are enough to ensure that Mu Feng can fight against the Miao people.
Yu'an looked at Gu Ming and rubbed his brow again and again, and hurriedly came over to help him press his temples, and said in an excited tone: "Your Majesty, please don't overwork yourself. Overwork will damage your mind and body. You are exhausted, so that our Yu clan court and people can what to do!"
Gu Ming didn't say anything. After a while, he asked him: "When did you enter the court?"
"My subordinate joined the imperial court twenty years ago. At that time, he was just a junior serving the late emperor. Thanks to the late emperor's great love and praise for his quick hands and feet, he was promoted to serve as an official beside me." Yu'an Answered with a smile.
"Twenty years ago..." Gu Ming had memories in his eyes: "That was before the war."
Yu An glanced at Gu Ming's expression and knew that the battle ten years ago had always been a taboo for His Majesty Yu Huang, so he did not dare to speak.
"You can be considered the founding father of the country." Gu Ming said with his eyes closed.
When Yu'an heard what Gu Ming said, he quickly said: "Your Majesty, this is a subordinate of Zhe Sha. Although I serve the Emperor's old ministers, I can't compare with those founding generals and princes. Generals and princes It’s all due to the stability of the four directions and the achievements on the battlefield.”
"The glory of my subordinates' life is all given by Your Majesty. The only credit and responsibility in this life is to do your job peacefully and make no mistakes. This is to repay Your Majesty's love."
Gu Ming's brows jumped when he heard the word "credit" and his fingertips curled up slightly: "Don't be nervous, I didn't mean to say anything else."
Yu'an breathed out as if to reassure himself, and bowed down: "What your Majesty said is what should be said. The so-called king is the sky, the minister is the earth, and the king is the guide. Everything you have is given by your majesty, and your majesty wants to Whatever you take back, you should do whatever you want."
"Everything you want to take back is what you should do..." Gu Ming murmured: "Tell me, did I really do the right thing?"
"What is your Majesty referring to?" Yu An asked cautiously, bending down.
Gu Ming did not answer him, but thought to himself: "If it is right, how come we are in a dilemma now, and we can't even protect the people at the border?" He frowned in distress: "But if it is wrong, , People’s lives have indeed improved over the years, and knowledgeable people also say that what I have done is a wise thing.”
Yu'an heard what he said and bowed behind Gu Ming without saying a word.
Gu Ming continued: "I am not wrong, I just touched the interests of too many people, and they all hate me now. Now, when my family and country are in trouble, I have to bow to those who I personally drove out of the court. "
"Your Majesty, don't say that." Yu An said: "There is no reason for a king to bow to his ministers. If the king wants to use his ministers, it is a great honor for them. If the king does not use them, the ministers should also do their duty well. Let's talk about it. It’s not a matter of resentment. I believe that under His Majesty’s wise leadership, our Yu clan is now full of talented people in the court, waiting for your orders at any time.”
Gu Ming chuckled: "How can they be so responsible?"
Yu'an shook his head: "I am a veteran. I understand best the feeling of loyalty to the king for a lifetime. That kind of loyalty to the king cannot be changed even if the sky falls. Even if there are one or two unscrupulous people who betray the king's kindness, but The remaining people are definitely loyal to the royal family. Your Majesty has encountered some difficulties. Although his subordinates do not participate in the government affairs, they have been listening by the king's side for many years. Your Majesty, you might as well let your subordinates relieve their pain. "
"Report——"
A man flew down from the sky. He was naked, covered in sweat, and his face was red with anger. He looked very excited.
After entering the hall, he knelt down and saluted Gu Ming with an excited expression.
When he knelt down and bowed three times, his forehead was green and red with faint traces of blood, the belatedly arriving Yi Air Force and the Beiyang Army guarding the palace ran in and took him into custody.
Yu Liangjian knelt down and saluted with his sword in his arms. His expressionless face was full of solemnity: "Report to Emperor Yu that my subordinates have neglected their duties. This man's face turned red and his energy and blood surged. His subordinates did not stop him and let him in." , I have disturbed His Majesty’s Majesty, please punish me!”
Gu Ming narrowed his eyes: "Step back first."
"Yes!" Yu Liangjian held the man and was about to leave. Gu Ming said, "Keep him here."
"yes!"
The man's face was still flushed, and he looked at Gu Ming with eagle eyes without fear.
Gu Ming was the first to look away: "What's the matter with this state!"
The man bowed down first and thanked Emperor Yu for his forgiveness. His voice was loud and confident, and he sounded like someone who had practiced martial arts all year round.
"Your Majesty, there is an emergency at the border. Ever since I heard the news, I have been unable to sleep well and cannot eat. The scene of the extermination of the Miao people on the battlefield often comes to mind, and the suffering of the people often comes to mind!"
"In my early years, I followed the late emperor to conquer all corners of the country, and I am well aware of the ferocious nature of the Miao people. They captured our people, chopped off their wings, and took away their souls. Their methods were cruel and shocking. Ten years of peace and stability, but I don't expect them to make another attack today. , my blood boils and I feel uneasy, I wanted to go directly to the battlefield, fight to the death with the Miao people, and protect our people from disaster."
"But..." he choked up when he said this: "But there is no longer a position for me in the army. Even if I go to the border, I can't belong to the army. I was born in Pingyang Marquis Mansion, a general's manor, and I have a strong body." It can only be buried in the Shenmen compound. If it were a peaceful and prosperous time, it would not matter much, but now that the war has resumed and the border is suffering, I feel anxious even if I live in peace in the compound!"
"My long-cherished wish in life is to die in battle. Even if I serve as a small charge in the army, as long as I can return to the battlefield, I am willing to be grateful. I hope your majesty will fulfill it!"
He roared this last time so loudly that the hall echoed with the echoes of his voice for a long time.
Gu Ming stared hard at his tear-filled eyes, but didn't see anything else in them, only fighting spirit and anger.
After a long time, he sighed: "The Marquis has a noble life, is brave and good at fighting, and is a general who leads troops to fight. How can I let you be a soldier? Get up."
Then he said to Yu'an: "Go and get some clothes for Marquis Pingyang."
Yu'an's eyes were wet when he heard it just now. He wiped his eyes quickly: "Yes."
Seeing that Gu Ming did not agree directly, Marquis Pingyang hurriedly stood up and said with a panicked expression: "Your Majesty!"
Gu Ming raised his hand, put down the memorial, and reassured him: "Go back and wait for the order."
Marquis Pingyang hadn't reacted yet, he just stood there blankly, confused.
Yu'an came out with his clothes in his arms and diligently put them on for him. He said with a smile: "Congratulations to the Marquis. Your Majesty has agreed. The Marquis can go back and wait for the order with peace of mind. The Marquis's sword is not old yet. I believe you will do it." successful!"
Pingyang Hou looked excited and knelt down with a plop: "Thank you, my emperor, for your kindness! I will do my best to fight against the Miao people to the death, drive them all out of the country, and never let the Miao people step into the territory of my Yu clan!"
Gu Ming looked squarely at Pingyang Hou's resolute face, with the aura of an emperor between his brows. He chose Pingyang Hou because of his general talents, and it was also Gu Ming's desperate choice.
"I hope you won't live up to my expectations. Go ahead."
"yes!"
The Marquis of Pingyang was so excited that after he knelt down and stood up, he even wanted to thank Yuan in front of Gu Ming, but Yuan secretly held him down to avoid being exposed.
Yuan scolded him hard in his heart. He was indeed a rough man who practiced weapons. He had no brains and he almost exposed him!
At the border fortress, yellow sand rolled up dead leaves and blew into the barracks of the right army.
It is spring at this time, but there is no trace of green in the flowers, plants and trees here. The entire battle site was shrouded in darkness.
The right army's military discipline has always been lax. Qi Rongjun passed by and kicked up a few soldiers squatting on the ground: "What are you doing! Cheer up! Do you want to die?"
Qi Rongjun took a sip of water, walked into the military camp, and saw Zeng Minghai recovering from his injuries. He is the main minister. In the battle with the Miao people the day before yesterday, He Chu was useless. He only knew how to rush forward in order to seize military glory. In the end, the Miao people showed their conspiracy and Zeng Minghai injured an arm to save him. .
The first thing Zeng Minghai said when he saw Qi Rongjun was to ask Emperor Yu if he would send troops. He had never suffered much since he was a child, and it could be said that people were dying in the past two days.
Qi Rongjun shook his head, and Zeng Minghai's eyes dimmed: "Does Emperor Yu not intend to take care of us?"
