first minister

Although the central courtyard is small, it is full of solemnity and solemnity.

Everyone here is proud to be here, and they hope to stay here forever.

Yan Songwen, who was on duty tonight, sat at the table in the workroom, slowly put down the book in his hand, and rubbed his brows.

This is his second year here. After surviving the catastrophe in Dongfang Ming that caused countless people to fall from the clouds, he is also full of ambitions for the future.

Wanxiang is already old and cannot sit in that position for too long. He needs a partner to pass on his ideas and maintain his glory after becoming an official.

Yang Weiguang, the former official of the Ministry of Civil Affairs and now the deputy prime minister, is a good old man, but not a qualified leader. He believes that he can compete with him.

As for Xia Jingyun, he is too young, so young that it makes people despair.

Therefore, when Bai Yunbian was appointed as the censor Zhongcheng and stood behind him, Yan Songwen felt a strong sense of crisis. For the hard-won power in his hands, he hit it off with Wan Xiang.

He also saw that potential, and perhaps that was the only way he could defeat Xia Jingyun in the competition.

The defeat of Northern Xinjiang has been decided, Beiliang is about to march on Yanyuan, and the troops are pointing directly at Longcheng.

Those who can successfully negotiate peace and bring peace to the court will have the opportunity to take off.

He slowly turned his gaze to the map of Beiliang spread out in front of him, and studied this neighbor who he usually looked down on and didn't want to look at.

At this moment, there was a roar outside the door.

"Which gentleman is on duty tonight? Get me over quickly!"

He frowned slightly, and the door was pushed open. Shen Shengwen, Minister of the Ministry of War, rushed into the room with the biting chill outside.

Yan Songwen's heart suddenly jumped, and he stood up regardless of his anger, "Is there any new news from the north?"

Shen Shengwen looked excited, "A great victory in Northern Xinjiang. Prince Anguo made a surprise attack on Lieyang Pass, and then defeated the main force of the Tiger and Leopard Cavalry at Yinmayuan, and killed Xue Hengshan, the leader of the Tiger and Leopard Cavalry! Then he directly defeated the main force of the Snow Dragon Cavalry, and Xie Yan returned The siege of Guan! Then the main force of the Wudang Army in Yan returned to Guanzhong, and defeated the main force of the Controlling He Army and the remnants of the Snow Dragon Cavalry in front of Qingchuan Pass! Three victories in three stops in one day, beheading more than 3 people, and annihilating a total of 9 captured Beiliang people. Wanduo! The King of Beiliang Zhennan led his remnant troops to flee in confusion, and the King of Anguo County has led his troops to pursue him. The results of the battle may not end there!"

Yan Songwen opened his mouth and never closed it. After hearing this, he swallowed his saliva and murmured: "Win?"

An army of 15 surrounded him with 3 people, and he actually won?
Did Beiliang send 15 pigs?

He doesn't know anything about soldiers, so his understanding of the battlefield is like the above-mentioned balancing. He first looks at the legendary combat effectiveness of both sides, one for one or one for two, and then compares the number of people on both sides to draw a conclusion about victory or defeat.

And this is what most ordinary people think.

Therefore, they are extremely pessimistic about the war in Northern Xinjiang. They feel that even if the army can be defeated by one against two, there are still 15 people in Northern Liang!Even after the exchange is over, there are still over [-] people, and they will grind you to death!How could you not lose?
But now, the frontline military report told him that the Wudang Army had won?
How did Jiang Yuhu do it?
Yan Songwen fell into a state of shock that made him feel that the world was magical, and he couldn't believe his ears.

Shen Shengwen didn't think there was anything strange about Yan Songwen's expression. When he first saw this military report, his expression was similar. He immediately smiled and nodded excitedly, "Yes! Winning! A big victory! A rare big victory!"

Yan Songwen looked at Shen Shengwen's expression and suddenly realized that something was wrong with his reaction. A look of ecstasy appeared on his face, "Prince Anguo! He deserves to be the little military god! He deserves to be the successor of Zhulin! He deserves to be my Daxia The Optimus White Jade Pillar! So good! So good!"

He quickly said: "Have you informed the other ministers?"

Shen Shengwen said with a smile, "We have already sent people to inform us. They must be rushing towards Miyagi City at this moment."

Hearing this euphemistic reminder, Yan Songwen immediately nodded, "Yes, yes, yes, of course, we must inform the Queen Mother and Her Majesty of this good news immediately! Shen Shangshu, please accompany me to the palace to have an audience!"

Shen Shengwen nodded, glanced at the Beiliang Tuzhi on the table, and walked out.

Xiao Huangmen had already rushed to the palace to deliver a message asking for an audience. As the two of them hurried into the palace, Yan Songwen digested the shocking news in his heart.

Winning is naturally good. Even if he is fighting for power and profit, he still hopes that the imperial court and the country will be stable. He doesn't understand the principle of how to survive if the skin is not attached.

Fortunately, I couldn't hold myself back and lowered myself to make friends with the Northern Liang Crown Prince.

His Highness, the Crown Prince, who has been very popular these past two days, may be in Zhongjing City again, and everyone is afraid to avoid him.

Speaking of which, Wan Xiang couldn't hold it back and actually sent his grandson to please that person. Now I'm afraid he will become a laughing stock in the capital.
His footsteps suddenly stopped, and Shen Shengwen behind him almost bumped into him.

"Master Yan, what's wrong?"

Yan Songwen shook his head, the sudden chill on his back slowly faded away, and he let out a long breath.

He thought Wan Xiang had made a stupid move, but suddenly he remembered, who asked Xia Jingyun to go to town?
No matter who loses or wins, Wan Wenbi will always stand in an invincible position.

Looking up at the palace in front of him, Yan Songwen understood that he still had a long way to go! ——
In the Marquis Mansion of Jiang'an, four old men sat around a table.

Mr. Yun, Mr. Su, Mr. Zhao, and the great scholar Su Shidao gathered around the stove, boiling mountain spring water sent from outside the city, and brewing cups of fragrant tea.

Relationships need to be actively established, and they need to be well maintained.

People cannot be flattery, but they need to deal with others.

As a powerful figure like Mr. Yun, who is the biological father of the powerful Queen Mother, and with the relationship of Xia Jingyun, people like Mr. Su and Mr. Zhao will naturally not miss the opportunity to get closer to him. .

This is not flattery, but a mature choice when there is already a mature and clear relationship path.

The inheritance of power and status is never taken for granted.

If you don't take the initiative to get close to people like this, why don't you wait for them to take the initiative to make friends with you?
But many people often just don't understand this truth. They would rather flatter their bosses who have no past in the office or at work, but insist on maintaining a self-righteous alienation and disdain in front of friends and relatives who have successful careers.

Mr. Yun was holding a tea cup at the moment, but his expression was not so proud, but rather a bit worried, "I don't know whether today's news is good or bad!"

Mr. Su, who was familiar with the Ministry of War's arrangements at various borders, said softly: "As long as there is news, it is good news."

Seeing that Mr. Yun and Su Shidao were a little puzzled, Mr. Zhao took the initiative to explain: "If the Ministry of War can still send back news, it means that the city has not been broken. In the current situation, isn't that good news?"

Su Shidao heard this and said sadly: "Soldiers are the most dangerous weapons of the country. I don't know how many strong men and innocent people will fall under the ambition of the Northern Liang Emperor."

Mr. Zhao and Mr. Su looked at each other, and then he chuckled and said, "Brother Kang Le and Brother Zicheng, there is no need to be so pessimistic. Prince Anguo has the style of an old military god. Maybe the front line in Northern Xinjiang will not be so pessimistic this time." Big defeat.”

Mr. Yun sighed, "Wei Guogong doesn't need to be so comforting, as the saying goes."

There was a sudden sound of footsteps, followed by a shout, "Master Hou! There is news from the front line!"

The expressions of everyone in the room changed, and Mr. Yun immediately said: "Come in!"

The second manager of the house hurriedly walked in, looked at the people in the room who did not dare to offend anyone, and said respectfully, "The young man and Mr. Gongsun are waiting at the Ministry of War. As soon as the news from the Ministry of War came out, Mr. Gongsun ordered the young man to come back in advance to report the news. It's over! Northern Xinjiang! Great victory!"

"what?"

Everyone in the room, including Mr. Su and Mr. Zhao, who were quite optimistic about the war on the front line, were stunned.

They could predict that Jiang Yuhu would use all his strength to fight without falling behind. What was going on with this great victory!

"Tell me in detail!"

When the general in charge said the contents of the report, the only sound in the whole room was the sound of boiling spring water above the stove.

Beheading more than 3 people?
Annihilated and captured more than 9 people?

There were 15 troops in Beiliang, but Jiang Yuhu swallowed nearly [-] of them in one bite?

After being silent for a long time, Mr. Su was the first to recover from the shock. "In one battle, we defeated the main force of [-] frontier troops in Beiliang. It is comparable to the great victory of the old military god at Liangshan! Daxia is blessed with a successor to the military god." Arrive!"

After the shock, he was filled with heartfelt joy. The owner of the village, Zhao, laughed loudly, "The old military god used 20 soldiers to defeat 15 people in Beiliang, killing them till they were bleeding. The people in Beiliang did not dare to go south to herd horses for decades. Now Beiliang people The barbarian thought that the military god was dead, but he never thought that he would be defeated by the Anguo County Prince in a battle and win [-]. The border will be peaceful for more than ten years!"

Mr. Yun laughed and said, "Now that we have won this battle, the world will be at peace! The world will be at peace!"

Su Shidao stroked his beard and said, "Brother Kang Le, what else are you drinking tea for? Why not drink some wine! Isn't such a great victory worth a lifetime of drunkenness?"

Mr. Yun looked at the steward who delivered the message, "Go down and prepare a table of wine and food! I will be rewarded tomorrow!"

The steward retired, and in the house, the winter atmosphere finally melted away, and the face was filled with spring.
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In the Qianyuan Hall, Concubine De, who came in a hurry, looked at Shen Shengwen, Minister of the Ministry of War, carefully hiding the nervousness that made her breathless, and said slowly: "But there is a new military report from Northern Xinjiang?"

Yan Songwen said: "Returning to the Queen Mother, Shen Shangshu has just received the frontline military report and immediately came to present it to the center. I did not dare to delay and immediately brought him to see him."

Shen Shengwen didn't care about Yan Songwen's request for credit, but looked at the Queen Mother's calm look and secretly admired her. He said in a deep and respectful voice: "Congratulations to the Queen Mother, Prince Anguo for his great victory in Northern Xinjiang!"

One sentence was like a heavy hammer, breaking the chains that had bound Concubine De's body and mind these past few days. She felt as if she had been suddenly pulled out from a dark and airtight secret passage into the clear sky.

The body and mind are so light, the air is so sweet, and the world is so vast and high.

She once again confirmed the fact in her heart that Gao Yang was trustworthy.

"What are the details? Tell me in detail."

She pinched her palms with her hands buried in her sleeves, using the pain to remind herself to be calm and calm, and spoke slowly.

When Shen Shengwen explained the situation of the victory, no matter how restrained Concubine De was, she finally couldn't help but praise: "The Prince of Anguo County is a true god and man! It is a great blessing for the country to have him in Daxia!"

Yan Songwen quickly spoke in agreement to show his presence, "Yes, with 15, we defeated [-], thwarted the ambitions of the barbarians in Northern Liang, crippled the elite border troops of Northern Liang, and preserved the territory of our dynasty and countless people! Comparable to the old military god of the past. What a great victory at Liangshan!"

Concubine De said slowly: "Have you notified the other central ministers?"

Yan Songwen immediately said first: "I have informed you one by one."

Concubine De nodded, "In that case, let's convene all the central ministers tonight to discuss matters and rewards! Such great achievements must not chill the hearts of the frontline generals. Jin Zhong, go wake up His Majesty and invite him. Come here. Sir, please give me a seat for the two nobles."

At this time, outside the palace city, Xia Jingyun met with Yang Weiguang, Wei Yuanzhi, Li Tianfeng and others who also came with the same interest.

As for Baiyunbian, he still had some vision, so he went home to celebrate with Ye Hongluan on the way.

"Gao Yang, do you think this military report can't be fake?"

Li Tianfeng looked at Xia Jingyun, the shock on his face has not faded yet.

Xia Jingyun smiled, and Wei Yuanzhi had already answered for him, "This is not Black Ice Platform or other gossip, but the military intelligence dispatch from the Ministry of War at the border. It was originally set up by the old military god. When there is no war on weekdays, We will practice regularly, and every military report must be stamped with a seal, so there is no way it is fake."

Yang Weiguang came over with a smile, "In your opinion, can this great victory bring about ten years of peace on our border?"

Xia Jingyun also smiled and said: "Punch away with one punch to avoid hundreds of punches coming. We have lost a hundred thousand elites in this battle in Beiliang. We can finally free up our hands to take care of the internal affairs and quell the civil strife."

Just as he was talking, Wan Wenbi's sedan also arrived, and when he got out of the sedan, the small door of the palace city also opened, and the servants came out and welcomed everyone in.

After everyone was given their seats, Concubine De said with some ease: "Everyone in the family must know about the great victory in Northern Xinjiang. Jiang Yuhu, the prince of Anguo County, defeated the Northern Liang border army. How should we praise the victory in this battle? After How should the imperial court act? In order not to chill the hearts of the soldiers fighting in the bloody battle on the front line, you all should talk about it and decide on rewards and follow-up strategies as soon as possible."

Yan Songwen was the first to speak: "Empress Dowager, in my opinion, the great victory of Anguo County and King can be said to have saved the country from danger, and it has done a great job. I should be granted the title of Prince, General, Commander-in-Chief of all military affairs at home and abroad, and be given the elixir book." Iron coupons, plus food for [-] households! Only in this way can he show his extraordinary achievements!" When everyone saw that he was snatching away the money, they immediately reacted.

At noon today, this man had publicly expressed his disapproval of the war in Northern Xinjiang. Now that Jiang Yuhu had won a shocking victory, of course he had to make amends quickly.

But fortunately, he was quite measured and didn't say anything like hereditary neglect.

In fact, there won't be too much controversy about Jiang Yuhu's reward. He must be awarded, and because of the story of the old military god, the court's suspicion of him will be much smaller than the suspicion of generals in many dynasties in the past.

In the battle of Sishui Pass, three thousand defeated fifty thousand, and two kings were captured in one battle;

In the Battle of Yinmayuan, more than [-] enemies were wiped out in one battle.

No matter which general was responsible for these two battles, they were both unparalleled achievements that would go down in history. He had fought twice within a few months. Who would dare not to seal him?Who dares to dissent after being banned?

The real focus of everyone's discussion is how to control that speed, and how to be worthy of this huge achievement without making Jiang Yuhu unbeatable in the future.

If that time comes, I'm afraid some things will be out of his control.

After all, he is only in his 20s and less than 30 years old!
Xia Jingyun did not participate much in this discussion. He did not fully understand the subtleties of imperial positions, honors, and various rewards. This matter should be discussed among the old foxes.

After discussing for a while, everyone settled on a rough framework, and then talked about the rewards for the generals and soldiers under their command.

These are also examples to follow. Can we copy the example of the Battle of Liangshan back then?

The only problem was that Xia Jingyun was embarrassed to remind him that there seemed to be no money in the treasury.

Fortunately, Concubine De waved her hand and said, "No problem, let's take the internal money first."

After finishing speaking, she looked at the ministers and said, "Now that the crisis in Northern Xinjiang has been eliminated, what is the court's follow-up strategy?"

Wan Wenbi said: "In the opinion of the veteran, we should start immediately to put down the rebellion, reform the government, rectify the administration, and at the same time, send envoys to recruit Dongfang Ping to surrender. If he is stubborn, we can wait until the troops are well-prepared." , send an army to Xu Tu to recapture Yuyan."

"Wanxiang's words are wrong!"

Xia Jingyun spoke loudly, "Recovering Swift is not in the future, but now. It can even be said that there is no better time than now!"

Yan Songwen finally couldn't help but feel aggrieved and retorted: "Master Xia, although our country has won two major victories in succession and our morale is strong, the outcome on the battlefield is unpredictable. Before the results of the two battles came out, the capital was shaken and the people were in panic. The situation is still before our eyes. If we rush to raise troops, once we are defeated, this good situation will be ruined! The way to govern a country is to put stability first."

Wan Wenbi also said slowly: "Master Yan's words are a mature and prudent way. There are hundreds of thousands of people in Beiliang who control the strings. Although the defeat of 10 people is broken, it is not without the strength to fight. Moreover, with Yuyan State in hand, they can still continuously support Dongfang Ping, how can this Swift State be so easy to capture!"

Yang Weiguang also said softly: "I agree with the words of the two adults. The victory of adventure can only be won by one or two, but not three. It is better to take this opportunity to recuperate. Even if there are changes in the future, we will not be in a dilemma like today, with no soldiers available and no troops. Generals can be sent.”

Although Wei Yuanzhi and Li Tianfeng belong to Xia Jingyun, they are also courtiers first and foremost. They can support Xia Jingyun unconditionally in matters of party struggle. However, when it comes to military and national affairs, they are a little hesitant at the moment. After all, what Wan Wenbi and the others say makes sense.

It is better to calm down this situation of external and internal troubles as soon as possible.

Xia Jingyun smiled and said: "What you all said is reasonable, but there is no need to raise troops to recover what I said."

Looking at the stunned eyes of everyone, Xia Jingyun said loudly: "Master Yan just said that when Qingchuan Pass and Yanhui Pass were besieged, the government and the public were shocked, and the people were panicked. May I ask why?"

Shen Shengwen, the Minister of War at the side, suddenly raised his head and looked at Xia Jingyun, his eyes filled with admiration as he suddenly realized.

Wan Wenbi and Yang Weiguang narrowed their eyes slightly when they heard this and remained calm.

Yan Songwen said directly: "The Qingchuan and Yanhui Passes are our barriers to the middle line of northern Xinjiang. Once they are lost, the enemy troops can go all the way to Longcheng, the prefecture city of Yanyuan Prefecture, and then both Guanzhong and Zhongjing will be shaken. What else is there? .”

His fluent words were suddenly stuck because he remembered the Beiliang Tuzhi he had just seen.

Xia Jingyun smiled slightly, but did not mock him, "The Queen Mother, Your Majesty, everyone, the people of Beiliang feel that if we pull out our two door panels, we will open the door to the beautiful country and let him ravage. But Nowadays, the natural danger in the south of their country, Lieyang Pass, has also fallen into our hands, and our army can reach its hinterland directly. Lieyang Pass is also only more than 500 miles away from Liangdu in Beiliang! Today they are just like We have lost Qingchuan Pass and Yanhui Pass. How can we, the Northern Liang people, not panic? Can they just sit still?"

Wei Yuanzhi's eyes lit up, "In my opinion, Master Yixia, could it be that he wants to exchange Lieyang Pass and Yuyan Prefecture with Beiliang?"

Xia Jingyun nodded, "That's exactly what it is! With Lieyang Pass in hand, I will help defend the three passes. The center line is impregnable and we can send troops straight into the hinterland of Beiliang at any time. However, Yuyan Prefecture is under the rule of Dongfang Ping, a puppet supported by the Beiliang people. They can also send troops to invade the Langya and Baili states at any time. In this case, it is better to send envoys to discuss with Emperor Liang and make an exchange, so that both parties can be at peace. Let us suffer some losses. "

Looking at his smile, Li Tianfeng murmured in his heart, if you exchange a Guancheng for the entire Yuyan Prefecture, is this still a loss?

Wan Wenbi said softly: "Master Xia's words are indeed feasible, but Lieyang Pass is just a pass after all. Yuyanzhou is such a vast land. What if Emperor Liang feels that the advantage still lies with him and refuses to exchange it?"

The excitement that had just aroused in everyone's hearts after hearing this also quietly subsided, yes, one pass, one state, this business, Emperor Liang is afraid that he is not willing to do it!
Shen Shengwen was about to speak, but Xia Jingyun opened his mouth and said: "Previously at the banquet in Honglu Temple, I talked about Beiliang. I said that it calls itself an empire, but its economy is scattered and weak; it relies on its strong military force, but its national governance is poor. The organization is crude and sloppy; it claims to have a vast territory, but in fact it is an alliance of large and small tribes and vassal states that gather together for benefits and disperse when all benefits are exhausted."

"Just like a herd of beasts, led by a ferocious beast, they show their teeth and claws with astonishing momentum. With a steady stream of benefits available, the herd of beasts can become stronger and more ferocious. However, once they encounter setbacks, they will each seek their own way out and go their separate ways. , and then it falls apart. This is how its prosperity is booming and its demise is sudden."

"Now, with this huge defeat, the Tiger Leopard Cavalry and the Snow Dragon Cavalry, the powerful forces controlled by the Xue family, which are directly under the Zhennan King, have been almost wiped out. Can the talented and resourceful Emperor Liang really still be able to control the situation? Will the other families with the seven major surnames in Beiliang be so honest?"

"Beiliang has not dared to go south in the past few decades, and has conquered many small countries and tribes from west to east and north. Are these countries really willing to be vassals for life and let Beiliang ravage them? Now that Beiliang has been defeated, we can send If we encourage friendship, internal and external troubles and troubles will continue, and it will be them in Beiliang!"

"What's more important is that Emperor Liang is now quite old. Is he willing to maintain his achievements for most of his life, and he can still be called a wise king? Or is he willing to take a gamble again, and may lose everything? How about letting yourself be mentioned in the history books of future generations and end up in a place that will make future generations sigh?"

Everyone was speechless after hearing this. In fact, every point of view was in line with their understanding.

From their perspective, this is all very likely to happen.

At this time, Shen Shengwen, Minister of the Ministry of War, suddenly said: "The Queen Mother, Your Majesty, gentlemen, the Snow Dragon Cavalry guards the western front of Beiliang. Now that they have been quietly transferred, there may be a possibility of a breakthrough on the western front. If there is another battle on the western front, If we win the battle, Beiliang will definitely be in panic! In my opinion, Prince Anguo must have some backup plans!"

Xia Jingyun turned his head and looked with satisfaction and surprise at the Minister of the Ministry of War, who had not been outstanding in the past, and this one was also looking at him excitedly.

Concubine De spoke slowly, "Do you have any objections?"

"What Marquis Jianning said is very reasonable, and I agree with it."

"Old minister agrees!"

"The minister agrees!"

Concubine De said: "The central committee will discuss this matter and come up with a specific strategy before submitting it! After everything has been decided, Shen Shengwen, Minister of the Ministry of War, will lead a team tomorrow to go to Northern Xinjiang to announce the reward in person!"

Everyone stood up together, "I obey the order!"

After exiting the palace gate, the night wind outside the house began to blow bitingly, but everyone's hearts were overflowing with passion.

And right in front of everyone's eyes, a cloud of fireworks bloomed in the sky.

Everyone looked at each other, and now there were no more clumsiness, and only the pride and joy of the victor remained.
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Thousands of miles away, Liangdu.

In the evening, Emperor Liang, wearing a thick fox fur, stood on the height of a palace in the palace city, looking at the heavy snow covering the sky and the earth in Liangdu City.

He likes to climb high and look far away like this, which can not only demonstrate his supreme imperial authority, but also allow him to see far and far.

As for another level of mood, he could never find suitable words before. Until last year, a poem came from the Southern Dynasties, from which he found the most accurate description.

The height is not cold.

Yes, when you reach the highest level and gain supreme power, you become a lonely person.

The biting cold wind will ruthlessly blow away the natural warmth in his heart, turning him into an absolutely cold and sober hunter.

There were many talents and prosperity in the Southern Dynasty. He did not yearn for the good things of the Southern Dynasty, but he needed the colorful world of the Southern Dynasty to lay the foundation for his ambition to dominate the world and pave the way for his reputation as a holy king for thousands of years.

Everyone thought this was impossible.

Just like more than 30 years ago, no one would be optimistic that he could become Emperor Liang.

But that night, the knife he used to cut off the prince's head was held very firmly.

Today, his confidence is still sufficient and firm.

He looked into the distance. According to the agreed date, Zong Han should have captured Qingchuan Pass and surrounded Yanhui Pass at this moment, right?
I wonder if the jade tiger from the Southern Dynasty was imprisoned by Zong Han.

One battle breaks its door, one battle breaks its courage, one battle breaks its spine, one battle becomes the trend.

If this battle goes as planned, he will have the confidence to complete his ambition of unifying the world in his lifetime.

He has accomplished two great deeds in his life.

First, he was responsible for all major national affairs, allowing Daliang to gradually develop a true foundation for a centralized country from a relatively loose tribal alliance;

The second is to command an army to attack a distant place, and hold the commander in charge to investigate the crime before him.During the southern and northern wars, the former kings of more than ten countries, large and small, are now able to sing and dance in this Liangdu city.

As for that last wish, it was not about marrying the most stunning women in the world, but to conquer the Southern Dynasty and become the tiger of the grassland that once again took over the Central Plains after hundreds of years.

His face turned rosy in the cold wind.

This hunter, who has always been cold, precise and ruthless, is not only slightly disturbed when he thinks of his rich prey.

In the distance of his vision, a black spot appeared, slowly dilating in his pupils.

It was a rider, a rider carrying his ambitions and expectations, lying on his horse, heading towards Miyagi at a high speed.

He watched the messenger covered in snow and wind dismounted in front of the palace city, watched him run into the city in a hurry, and watched him come towards the tall building under the leadership of the chamberlain.

The sound of footsteps going up the stairs seemed to be stepping on his heart, making his heart beat eagerly.

He couldn't remember how long it had been since he had been so excited and full of longing.

He held the cold railing to calm his heart.

"Your Majesty, an urgent report from the front line!"

Emperor Liang looked forward, leaning on the railing, without looking back, and said calmly: "Nian."

"The King of Zhennan led the tiger and leopard cavalry to defeat the Wudang Army camp, and then encircled Yanhui Pass with the Snow Dragon Cavalry. Later, he mobilized the main force of the Wudang Army to enter Yanhui Pass, and controlled the He Army to besiege Qingchuan Pass."

Emperor Liang's hand clenched the railing quietly and exerted force to restrain the excitement in his heart.

"But Jiang Yuhu of the Southern Dynasty detoured and succeeded in a surprise attack on Lieyang Pass. He then led his army to defeat the main force of the Tiger and Leopard Cavalry at Yinma Plains, and killed Xue Hengshan, the leader of the Tiger and Leopard Cavalry. Then he joined forces with the main force of the Wudang Army at Yanhuiguan and defeated Xue Xue again. The Dragon Cavalry finally defeated the Crane Controlling Army and the remnants of the Snow Dragon Cavalry at Qingchuan Pass. King Zhennan led the remnant troops and was defeated. This battle "

"Nearly [-] people were killed or captured in our army!"

puff!
A mouthful of blood spurted out from Emperor Liang's mouth.

Blood rained down on the white snow downstairs, and a scarlet flower bloomed. (End of chapter)