When the emperor heard what the two said, he just snorted coldly, but did not speak because he was waiting for Gu Yongnian.
When he noticed that the emperor was looking at him, Gu Yongnian had already thought of his words. After all, he had known about the war in Northern Xinjiang for a long time!
"Your Majesty, although the two generals lost the place where the soldiers passed, their bravery to kill the enemy has shown that they are loyal to Dayan. Although they cannot escape the death penalty, they should consider the merits of the two ministers. I would like to intercede for the two young generals."
"Gu Aiqing, you hold the position of Taiwei and manage the Ministry of War. Although this matter has little to do with you, you should have to bear a certain responsibility for the duty of guarding, right?" the emperor asked in a deep voice.
"Yes, Your Majesty." Gu Yongnian kowtowed: "I am here, firstly, to plead guilty, and secondly, to protect two young generals who are loyal and patriotic."
"You are so loyal and patriotic, what are you going to do?" The emperor showed a sarcastic smile.
"I am willing to be removed from the post of Taiwei, demoted to three levels, and fined for one year. The children of the Gu family are willing to take the position of captain!"
As soon as these words came out, the emperor was stunned, and the two ministers were also dumbfounded. They both felt that they had not woken up.
Are these two young players their sons? Or Gu Yongnian's son? Is it necessary to protect it so desperately?
"Gu Aiqing, do you really mean what you said?" the emperor asked hesitantly.
"Reporting to Your Majesty, my loyalty can be seen in heaven and earth, and my heart can be seen in the sun and the moon!" Gu Yongnian kowtowed heavily.
Ge Li and Wen Qinghai were dumbfounded. They never expected that they just asked Gu Yongnian to help save their two children, but this guy actually worked harder than them. They probably won't be able to repay this friendship in their lifetime!
"Gu Aiqing is indeed my loyal and loyal minister of Dayan. Although the military road is lost, I have gained such an important minister. I am so happy..." The emperor said with a hint of joy on his face.
"I don't dare to accept it. I just want to do my best, and I hope your majesty will give me permission."
The emperor nodded slightly, thought for a moment, and then turned his attention to Ge Li and Wen Qinghai: "Where are your two beauties?"
The emperor is not asking for advice, but wants to ask how the two of them can show their loyalty. After all, a lieutenant has given so many things to save your son and nephew. If you don't give something, it will be unreasonable. .
Ge Li glanced at Wen Qinghai, then kowtowed: "Your Majesty, I am also willing to follow Master Gu's example!"
What else could Wen Qinghai do? He could only choose to do it. After all, he was the only one left. If he said less, then he would wait for the emperor to issue an order to kill him.
As Wen Qinghai expressed his stance, the smile on the emperor's face became wider, but he couldn't really do this. If the three of them were demoted to the bottom, who else could he use in the future?
"Although it is the son's fault and his parents are in trouble, I cannot be such an ungrateful person." The emperor said solemnly: "Gu Yongnian was removed from the post of Taiwei, demoted one level, and the fine was waived. As for the Gu family The matter of the disciples will be discussed later at the court meeting."
"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Gu Yongnian kowtowed immediately.
"Ge Li and Wen Qinghai, in recognition of your hard work and merit, and because these two young generals are the sons of your family, you two will be demoted to the second level and fined for two years. The sons of the family will select a hundred people to garrison in Nanfeng Prefecture!"
"Thank you for your grace, Your Majesty. I will die for Great Yan!" Ge Li and Wen Qinghai both kowtowed and thanked him.
"As for the two young generals Xie Yin and Wen Hai, they will be demoted to city guard captains. If they can repeatedly achieve military exploits, they can also be used!"
As the emperor issued the last grace decree, Gu Yongnian and the others quickly kowtowed again. After all, this person was saved.
"Okay, I'm tired today. If you want to help me, then go to the Prime Minister's Mansion." The emperor stood up and flicked his sleeves.
"I bid farewell to you. I wish my emperor good health and blessings for all generations!"
After the three people exited the Qinzheng Hall, the emperor also returned to the harem...
"Thank you, Mr. Gu. From today on, my Wen family is willing to serve you as your leader!" Wen Qinghai immediately expressed his stance.
Gurley was hesitant, but still said some nice words. After all, the person he served was the prime minister. Wouldn't it be embarrassing if he switched to Gu Yongnian.
Gu Yongnian smiled and cupped his hands: "I accept the kindness of the two adults. We are all serving His Majesty and are also the Prime Minister's subordinates. We should share some of the Prime Minister's worries and solve this northern Xinjiang war for Your Majesty. After all, the dragon seal cannot be defiled!"
Gu Yongnian's words were sincere, and neither Ge Li nor Wen Qinghai noticed anything amiss.
As the three people left the palace, Gu Yongnian also found an excuse to return home early, while Ge Li and Wen Qinghai headed towards the Prime Minister's Mansion.
At this moment, rumors were spreading all over the capital, and the Xu family was once again scolded. After all, the content of this rumor was also spread by Qu Feng before. Therefore, the people complained and took to the streets towards the palace. They wanted to ask the emperor to rule on the Xu family. , to restore peace to the world...
When the imperial guards saw the people kneeling outside the palace begging for mercy, they also ran into the palace to report the matter.
The emperor, who was still resting in the harem, was startled at first, and then realized that Qu Zhongyi must have done this.
"Damn trash, didn't Gu ask you to tie this up? Why did you take it out alone!"
The emperor's anger that had just dissipated rose again, so he reluctantly put on his dragon robe and walked towards Qinzheng Hall.
As more and more people gathered in the capital, an imperial list instantly appeared on the sky.
"Huang Yu: Rumors are spreading all over the capital, but Gu failed to notice it. The matter is not true. Although Xu Maofeng was wrong, it was not the cause of the defeat at Bingdaokou. The matter is being investigated in detail. I hope the people will not believe the rumors!"
When this royal metaphor came out, the people kneeling at the gate of the palace were shocked. It turned out that this was just a rumor...
Seeing the people gradually dispersing, the guard leaders also breathed a sigh of relief. They were really afraid of the public resentment, but if the dragon seal was stained, they would be completely finished.
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Gu's Mansion was also the original Duke's Mansion.
When Gu Yongnian returned to the house, a smile appeared on his face. He originally planned to come back to plan the next thing, but he never expected that Qu Zhongyi actually helped him. Now there is something good to see.
"Father." Gu Jingming bowed his hands and said, "The things you asked have been completed. Mr. Hu has now gone to Linxian for deployment. The Beimang army will arrive in four days."
"Well, very good." Gu Yongnian nodded with satisfaction and asked, "Is Chen'er back?"
"My younger brother and the prince are spreading the news around. I believe that the Yan Kingdom will know about this in the near future." Gu Jingming replied.
"Okay, once this Great Yan Kingdom is destroyed, we can go back to Beimang to crack the earth and become the king!"
After hearing his father's words, Gu Jingming just bowed and waited for his father's instructions again.
"Jingming, what do you think of Princess Zhaoyang?" Gu Yongnian took off his official clothes and asked.
"Father, you mean King Yong's sister?" Gu Jingming asked deliberately pretending not to understand.
"Yes, besides her, there are other Princess Zhaoyang in Dayan." Gu Yongnian said: "Although she is only the emperor's niece, she is also the daughter of the old prince. If possible, my father wants you to marry her. she."
When Gu Jingming heard his father say that he wanted to marry someone, he immediately understood what his father meant.
"My child is willing to let his father make the decision!" Gu Jingming bowed his head.
Gu Yongnian nodded: "Although you cannot become a Jinshi in Beimang, it is still okay to marry a princess as your wife. After all, you bear a heavy responsibility. In the future, you will inherit the throne of Southern Xinjiang. Therefore, my father wants to You understand that if you want to wear a crown, you must bear its weight!"
"Yes, my child should remember his father's teachings." Gu Jingming replied with a deep bow.
"Although we have only achieved preliminary victory in the Northern Xinjiang incident, in order for the army to reach the capital directly, you should put aside what you are doing. When the Great Yan is destroyed, you can bestow the crown on your father's behalf."
"Father, what about you?" Gu Jingming asked puzzledly.
"My father is an official of Dayan. There are some things that need to be done by my father's hands. The name of regicide cannot fall into Beimang's hands. A hundred-year plan, your grandfather and I are all for that day!"
Gu Jingming was stunned. He knelt on the ground with red eyes because he finally understood what his father was going to do!
