bookcurios Chapter 422 Suspicion
Chapter 422 Suspicion
"Your Majesty, something happened to the Chen family in the capital. Almost two-thirds of the place was reduced to rubble, and most of the people were injured or killed. We are still investigating the specific cause."
Guan Rong spoke.
In fact, anyone with a discerning eye can see that this was done by Lin Xiaofan.
But he had no evidence, and it was difficult to investigate. Secondly, he wanted to see Emperor Qian's attitude towards this matter before making the next move.
"Why did such a big thing happen suddenly?"
Da Qianhuang frowned slightly and also subconsciously thought of Lin Xiaofan.
"The Chen family in the capital was reduced to ruins?"
The queen mother stood up immediately, her brows furrowed.
The Chen family, which was fine in the morning, is now in such a state. The sudden incident makes people feel unreal.
"Yes."
Guan Rong lowered his head and nodded slightly.
The Queen Mother took a breath and felt an inexplicable sense of crisis in her heart.
If her prediction was correct, it was Lin Xiaofan who did this.
The Chen family in the capital has been destroyed, and there is no point in further investigation. But if Lin Xiaofan could turn the Chen family into ruins in an instant, could he turn the palace into ruins in an instant?
Although the other party was married to Fengsheng and had a good relationship with Kang Hong, the matter was of great importance and she had to deal with it carefully.
Lin Xiaofan is a good sword. If used in the hands of the enemy, such means can cause a blow. But if you hurt yourself, then...
Thinking about it, she took a deep breath.
Emperor Daqian saw that his mother had not spoken for a long time, so he said:
"Let's do our best on this matter."
Guan Rong nodded slightly and understood what the other party meant, and then asked again:
"Your Majesty, what actions has Dayu taken recently?"
He was only responsible for the security of the capital, and had not participated in government affairs for too long, nor had he paid attention to the trends of other countries.
"Oh, General Guan Rong, don't worry."
Emperor Daqian waved his hand and said:
"The Great Jade Kingdom has become very powerful recently and has destroyed three countries in a row. However, a few days ago, they sent envoys here and said they wanted us to cede five cities and sign a peace agreement."
"I have promised them that they will not attack us."
He thought it was some big deal, but it turned out that he had taken care of Dayu a few days ago.
However, after hearing this, Guan Rong's brows still furrowed.
Lin Xiaofan was right. Dayu had destroyed three kingdoms in a row, so how could he let Daqian go so easily?
Asking for five cities is probably just a delaying tactic. Although Daqian has a large number of troops, if he is not prepared, he may suffer heavy losses.
"Your Majesty, we must not take this matter lightly and take precautions before it happens."
Guan Rong persuaded.
"General Guan, if you have nothing else to do, please retreat. I will write a letter to General Chen Tian so that he can be prepared."
Da Qianhuang's face showed a bit of displeasure.
He has obviously settled Dayu's matter, but these ministers still keep talking about it.
Not to mention that a country as big as Dayu would never go back on its word.
Even if we really do it, so what?
He has 30,000 troops in the eastern border of Daqian, 40,000 troops in Canghai County, 10,000 troops in the capital, 30,000 troops in Qingzhou, and 20,000 troops in Xia Tian. Are he still afraid of Dayu's 100,000 troops?
But Guan Rong's idea was completely different.
The 40,000 defenders in Canghai County had delayed the opportunity during the Battle of Qingzhou. If it weren't for Lin Xiaofan's advice, Qingzhou would have fallen long ago.
There is no Lin Xiaofan in the eastern border now. If there is any delay, I am afraid that all three counties in the east will be lost. By then, Dayu can attack Daqian's capital at any time, and the situation in Daqian will be precarious.
His eyes kept flashing, no matter what, he would replace the guard of Canghai County.
But he has not participated in government affairs for many years, nor has he had any interests in major families. If you propose to replace people from the Zhang family, it is equivalent to joining the struggle in the capital.
Now that he is old, he doesn't want to be involved in these things.
Moreover, the Chen family has now been destroyed. If the ministers of the Zhang family are replaced again, the balance of the capital will be completely broken.
He is only in charge of 10,000 iron guards. If someone wants to steal it from the palace, Dagan will be at risk of stealing the country.
But if we don't mention it, Daqian will be at risk of national subjugation.
"Your Majesty, medicine."
An imperial doctor came over with a bowl of freshly brewed decoction.
"General Guan, if nothing happens, just go back first."
Seeing that the situation was deadlocked, the Queen Mother also spoke.
"promise."
Guan Gui bowed slightly and left.
He still had to think carefully about this matter.
Seeing the rickety figure leaving, the Queen Mother also had mixed feelings in her heart.
Guan Rong was a general who followed the late emperor in his campaigns east and west, and she trusted Guan Rong far more than other generals. And the other party also sticks to his duty. He has been loyal to the royal family for so many years, never accepted a bribe, and never joined any force.
But now, Guan Rong came to the palace in person because of Dayu's affairs.
Yesterday, Fengsheng also mentioned this matter and said to be wary of Dayu.
Is it possible that Dayu really wants to take action against Daqian? But what if a fight breaks out? It’s not like Daqian doesn’t have good generals or elite soldiers.
While thinking about it, Guan Rong had slowly left.
Emperor Daqian coughed and then drank the medicine.
"Although General Chen Tian is in charge of the Eastern Border, the number of troops is still too small. In my opinion, let Lin Xiaofan also go to the border to take charge."
The Queen Mother suddenly spoke.
In this way, she can not only solve the potential crisis, but also be on guard against Dayama's attack, and she can feel more at ease.
"But, Lin Xiaofan and Fengsheng's marriage..."
Emperor Daqian hesitated to speak. He was afraid of making his mother unhappy.
"The marriage is set for a year. Let Lin Xiaofan go to the border and stay for half a year."
The Queen Mother spoke.
Half a year is enough to see Dayu's ambition.
"Okay, just listen to your mother."
Emperor Daqian hurriedly responded.
Zhao family.
"It is God's destiny, the emperor decreed:
Today, the big jade tiger is looking at me with eager eyes, and I am very worried. Considering that Counselor Lin is an outstanding strategist and a pillar of the country, I have specially appointed you to be the commander of the border and receive orders in times of danger to defend the territory.
Admire this. "
After the imperial edict came down, Lin Xiaofan felt in a trance.
Emperor Daqian actually asked him to go to the Eastern Region at this juncture.
There are only 30,000 defenders in the Eastern Territory, and there are internal and external troubles. If they are not handled well and lose the battle, they will lose their heads.
Moreover, he failed to handle matters in the capital well. Daliang's side also didn't handle it well.
However, he soon figured out that it was he who had taken action against the Chen family, which aroused the Queen Mother's suspicion.
"I accept the order. In seven days, I will go to the east."
Lin Xiaofan saw that the other party was impatient with waiting, so he quickly took the imperial edict and stuffed some gold into it.
"Husband."
Chen Xue on the side spoke with some worry.
Lin Xiaofan sighed slightly.
He thought that with his marriage to Fengsheng and his contribution, he should be able to gain the Queen Mother's trust.
Now it seems that I am still too anxious.
Regardless, now that the Chen family in the capital has been wiped out and the situation is much clearer, the Zhao family should be able to cope with it.