The prince loves me like his life, but I force him to rebel

In the evening of the next day, the army finally arrived at Dingxi Prefecture.

After counting the troops on the battlefield and joining forces with the troops that joined along the way and those that arrived at Dingxi Prefecture in advance, the total number of troops was close to 100,000.

The commander-in-chief was Sima Yao, who was fighting on behalf of his elder brother.

The deputy general in charge was Shu Huaiyuan, and the deputy general's staff was Lin Heng. There were four camps under them, with positions such as commander and colonel, with strict hierarchy and clear division of labor.

Lin Heng pointed to the job assignment table in front of him and said, "Since Mr. Gu has joined the army, what position should he take?"

"Mr. Gu was previously the prince's groom. There has been no new arrangement for him after the prince passed away. It is indeed time to determine a new position for him during this expedition so that he can move more easily in the army." Shu Huaiyuan also suggested.

Sima Yao thought for a moment.

He didn't want Gu Nianzhi to follow the army into the battlefield to kill the enemy, and wanted Gu Nianzhi to take up an administrative or logistics-related position to ensure his life safety as much as possible. However, out of selfish motives, he also hoped to be able to accompany Gu Nianzhi every day with a legitimate reason.

"Let Mr. Gu be my general affairs officer."

The general affairs officer is responsible for arranging the food and daily life of the commander.

Sima Yao thought that Gu Nianzhi was thoughtful and considerate, and should be more careful and attentive than ordinary men in the military camp. More importantly, the general affairs officer did not have to charge into battle, and could ensure safety to the greatest extent, which was exactly what Sima Yao wanted to see.

Even if he was covered in wounds on the battlefield, he would never want to see Gu Nianzhi get hurt.

Because he is the one I like.

If the two of them must experience separation and death, the one he wants to live is Gu Nianzhi.

"General Affairs Officer?"

Gu Nianzhi blinked, seemingly not understanding what the general affairs officer needed to do.

Lin Heng explained: "To put it simply, it is to handle all matters that are not related to the battle situation for the commander, similar to a life assistant."

"Why not you? Wasn't your job in the palace similar to that of a general affairs officer?"

"It's a different time now. Before, I was indeed the prince's follower and was responsible for his daily life, but now the war is urgent and I have to go to the battlefield to kill the enemy. Naturally, this part of the work will have to be done by others."

"Lin Heng is right. From now on, I'll have to trouble you, Mr. Gu, to be my general affairs officer."

Sima Yao made the final decision and did not want to continue discussing this issue.

"Why can't I go into battle and kill the enemy?"

Gu Nianzhi was not satisfied with this arrangement.

If he could not fight alongside Sima Yao, then on the days when they went into battle, he would only be able to wait for news in the rear. How painful would that wait be?

"Fighting on the battlefield, that's what you and I practice every day. We have to control our strength at all times and be merciful in every move. If we're not careful, our lives may be in danger. Isn't it enough for us to have a little bit of kung fu like you?" Shu Huaiyuan said expressionlessly at the side.

"General Shu is right. Once you're on the battlefield, you're no longer a wooden stake. At most you'll feel pain when you're hit, but if you're not careful you may lose your life." Lin Heng added.

Gu Nianzhi turned his gaze to Sima Yao.

"What about you? Do you think so too?"

Based on Sima Yao's understanding of Gu Nianzhi, he knew that the reason why Gu Nianzhi said this was that she was not very satisfied with his arrangements. He could not figure out Gu Nianzhi's intentions, so he could only speak out tentatively.

"What do you mean, Mr. Gu?"

"I want to go into battle with you and fight side by side."

“No!” “No!”

Sima Yao and Shu Huaiyuan refused at the same time.

Lin Heng looked at the two of them in confusion. He always felt that something was strange, as if they knew something that he didn't.

"Why not?!"

Gu Nianzhi was not convinced and asked immediately.

Shu Huaiyuan shut his mouth. At this time, it would be more appropriate to let Sima Yao explain.

"What Huaiyuan and Lin Heng said at the beginning is the reason."

"Just because I'm a girl..." Gu Nianzhi almost blurted out, but fortunately she stopped herself in time, "Is it because I've been defeated by the three of you so many times that you won't allow me to go to the battlefield?"

"This is a very good reason. Do I need to explain it further? It is decided."

Sima Yao made the final decision. Gu Nianzhi stared at him with dissatisfaction. He knew that military orders were as heavy as a mountain and he should not have any objection to any decision made by Sima Yao, the general-in-chief. So he could only purse his lips and remain silent.

Sima Yao was busy discussing military arrangements and summoning all the commanders and captains to a meeting. Gu Nianzhi kept refilling his tea and serving him water. Although he was very reluctant about the position of a "general affairs official", he turned around and took on these tasks.

Finally, when everything was arranged, Sima Yao and Gu Nianzhi were the only ones left in the tent.

Sima Yao looked at Gu Nianzhi who was organizing the document that had just been discussed and written, and gently took her hand, rubbing the palm and back of her hand with his fingers.

"We're going to Qiangyi soon. Are you nervous?"

"With you here, I'm not nervous."

Gu Nianzhi looked at Sima Yao with bright eyes. She believed in Sima Yao's ability, but Cen Yu's words made her worried.

Sima Yao seemed to sense the uneasiness in her heart.

"Nianzhi, these captains and lieutenants are all veterans with many years of combat experience. Although this expedition is not foolproof, with such personnel configuration, plus the strength of Qiangyi itself, our chances of winning are very high."

"But on the battlefield, swords are blind and no one can predict the final outcome."

"No matter what the result is, it must belong to me, Wang Yibo."

Sima Yao gently pulled Gu Nianzhi to sit next to him.

"From now on, you will be my general affairs officer. I will rely on you to take care of my daily life."

"I don't want to."

There was no one else around except Sima Yao, so Gu Nianzhi simply spoke out what was on his mind.

"Shu Huaiyuan is right. I do have only mediocre kung fu, but among this hundred thousand strong army, my boxing and kicking skills are probably better than half of the soldiers, right? If they can go to the battlefield, why can't I?"

"As the commander-in-chief, I need someone I can trust to take care of my daily life when I am away from home. Lin Heng is a good general. He was buried as my follower before. I can't let him miss such a good opportunity to make achievements. He is on the battlefield. After much thought, I think you are the most suitable person to be the general affairs officer."

"Who doesn't want to achieve great things? I do too. Just let me go to the battlefield with you."

Gu Nianzhi shook Shu Huaiyuan's arm, and at this moment she looked like she was acting like a spoiled child.

Although Sima Yao was pleased with this move, he still refused with a serious face.

"No means no. I can do whatever you say except this."

"But if I'm not with you, I'll really be worried about you."

Gu Nianzhi had never experienced war, but he knew the cruelty of war.

Ever since Cen Yu said those words, Gu Nianzhi has been thinking about how to crack it.

She absolutely did not want to watch Sima Yao die in front of her.