Quick Travel: The beginning is Shura Field

Chapter 1520: Vicious and domineering (27)

"We are only acting according to the plan of Your Highness and the Major General. Your Highness does not need to worry. From now on, Your Highness just needs to act according to the plan."

Xiao Ye couldn't tell whether the person in front of him was a friend or an enemy, so he asked, "Where is she now?"

"Your Highness only needs to know that the Major General is safe. As for other matters, you don't need to ask any more questions. If Your Highness wants the Major General to return safely, you should seize the opportunity to take the position as soon as possible."

"When His Highness grows up, we will release the young general, but if His Highness stagnates, don't worry about us being ruthless."

After Zi Yi finished speaking, he performed a few steps with Qinggong and disappeared from Xiao Ye’s sight.

Xiao Ye looked at the route Zi Yi took when he left, and always felt that his route was a little familiar, as if he had seen it somewhere.

But what I said just now at least can determine that the other party is not an enemy.

But with Wen Shu in their hands, Xiao Ye felt like a sword was hanging over his heart.

Xiao Ye grabbed the reins, turned around and returned to the camp.

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The court of Sheng State.

Xiao Ye returned to the capital overnight. During the morning court session, the emperor pretended to be worried and asked, "You said that the young general was shot off a cliff by bandits?"

Xiao Ye stood in the center of the hall, his face grim. "I and the Major General were chasing after the fleeing bandits. Unfortunately, the Major General was shot off a cliff during the fight. Now the troops we brought are looking for the Major General's whereabouts. I hope to bring back good news."

The emperor had long heard that Xiao Ye's men had knocked Wen Shu off the cliff.

The emperor now had more trust in Xiao Ye.

The emperor sighed and said, "This journey was indeed dangerous. Fortunately, you returned safely."

"It was because the Major General wanted to protect me that he disappeared without a trace. I felt guilty and wanted to stay and look for him. However, I was worried about reporting the success of the bandit annihilation as soon as possible, so I rushed back overnight."

"The young general has done a great job in protecting the royal heir. General Feng will immediately lead an army to Nanzhen to search for the young general's whereabouts."

"The last general takes command!"

Seeing Xiao Ye's sad face, the emperor pretended to comfort him: "This matter is not your fault. Clearing out bandits is dangerous and casualties are inevitable."

"General Feng has already led people to search for him. I believe we will soon find the whereabouts of the Major General."

After the emperor finished speaking, he winked at Zhuihun, who stepped out of the line but lowered his head very low: "Your Majesty, clearing out the bandits is a great achievement, and I think we should reward them accordingly."

Xiao Ye felt that the voice was somewhat familiar, but the person was behind him and he couldn't turn around to look in the hall.

"I think what Lord Lin said is very true. Seventeen, what reward do you want?"

"I am now worried about the safety of the young general. I have no intention of seeking rewards. I only hope that the young general can return safely."

As one of the parties involved, if Xiao Ye asked for a reward now, he would appear too cold-blooded and would definitely be criticized in the future.

The emperor was not in a position to arrange rewards on his own initiative, as this bad thing, which would be criticized, could only be borne by Zhuihun.

Zhuihun said, "Your Majesty, this trip also shows that His Majesty the Seventeenth Prince is brave and good at fighting. He is a talent for leading troops, but a rough diamond needs to be polished. Why not arrange for him to be trained in the military camp?"

The emperor had no shortage of civil servants, what he lacked was a military commander who could compete with the Duke of Zhenguo. Arranging Xiao Ye to join the military camp was exactly what the emperor wanted.

"I think Lord Lin's suggestion is a good one. Then, Seventeen, you will serve as a deputy lieutenant in the military camp first, and then follow Captain Zhou for training."

"My son, take your orders!"

The silent Xiao Liangci stared at Xiao Ye. He always felt that something was strange.

After the court session, Xiao Ye wanted to go and see who the minister who cooperated with the emperor was, but as soon as he turned around, he was stopped by Xiao Liangci.

"His Highness the Seventeenth is also the first prince to hold an official position. It seems that His Highness has a bright future ahead of him."

The ministers in the hall left, leaving only Xiao Ye and Xiao Liangci.

Xiao Ye retorted: "Father is in his prime, and he can still let the emperor's uncle participate in politics. The emperor's uncle is the one with a promising future, right?"

There are three people the emperor wants to get rid of: Duke Zhenguo, Wen Shu, and Xiao Liangci.

Xiao Liangci was appointed as the regent by the previous emperor. The emperor had always regarded Xiao Liangci as a thorn in his side, but he could never find a chance to get rid of him.

As the Duke of Zhenguo and Wen Shu were rather troublesome at the moment, he had not dealt with Xiao Liangci, which gave him a moment of peace.

Xiao Liangci snorted coldly and asked in a low voice, "Where is Wen Shu now?"

"The young general is safe. As for where he is, there is no need for the emperor's uncle to know for the time being."

"You know her relationship with this king. Tell me where she is!"

"The Major General himself has not disclosed it, so it is even more inconvenient for my nephew to explain."

Xiao Liangci took a step closer: "Don't think that you can be unruly in front of me just because you have a good relationship with Wen Shu. She is mine!"

Xiao Ye frowned and said, "Uncle, I clearly tell you that I have someone I like. Wen Shu and I are just good friends. Besides, Wen Shu has her own choice. She is not yours." After saying this, Xiao Ye quickly chased outside the palace and grabbed a minister and asked, "What is the name of the minister who just recommended me?"

"Your Highness, this is the newly promoted head of the Ministry of War, his name is Lin Hun."

"Lin Hun? Where does he live?"

"This... I don't know."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Ye quickly went to the Ministry of War to investigate the files.

at night.

Ziyi was lying on the bed, saying in shock: "I'm really tired. If you don't want to sleep, get out. I'm going to turn off the lights."

Zhuihun sat at the table, motionless as a clock: "Why are you in such a hurry? There will be guests coming later."

"Can you go to another room if you want to meet someone? Why are you staying in my room?"

"It's not me who invited guests, but someone came to look for me." Hearing Zhuihun's strange tone, Zi Yi sat up.

Just as he was about to ask something, he heard someone knocking on the door: "I'm visiting you at night. I wonder if Master Lin has gone to bed yet?"

Hearing the familiar voice, Zi Yi quickly hid behind the screen.

"The door is not locked, please come in, Your Highness."

Xiao Ye pushed the door open and saw Zhui Hun's face clearly. Xiao Ye said, "Your voice is very special. I thought it was strange during the morning court session. I didn't expect it was really you."

Zhuihun injured his throat during a mission in his early years, so he speaks with a hint of hoarseness. Basically, everyone who has come into contact with him can distinguish his voice.

"And you don't seem surprised that I'm here."

"I had received the news that Your Highness was going to the Ministry of War to investigate the archives, and I guessed that Your Highness would come."

"Your Highness, please take a seat."

Xiao Ye sat down and stared at Zhui Hun: "Dai Ke is here?" "Not yet, but soon."

"Why did she arrange for you to come to Shengguo?"

"What do you think, Your Highness?"

Xiao Ye's face was cold and his eyes were unfriendly: "Don't keep me in suspense."

"This is confidential, so I'm sorry I can't reveal it."

Zhui Hun is Dai Ke's capable personal guard, and even he was sent to Sheng State. It was hard for Xiao Ye not to suspect that Dai Ke had ulterior motives.

"If you don't tell me, I will report you at the court tomorrow morning, and you will be killed without a burial place."

Zhuihun said confidently: "Your Highness may give it a try, but if Your Highness acts rashly, it will be difficult for me to guarantee the safety of the young general."

Xiao Ye shouted angrily: "It turns out that you are the ones who captured Wen Shu. Where is she?!"