Reborn in Liangshan: I built the strongest lineup

"Grand Tutor, we're almost there."

Three thousand Japanese soldiers escorted Cai Jing southwards, and in not long after, they returned to the vicinity of the capital.

Zhen Wuyu now only obeys Cai Jing's orders and can't wait for Cai Jing to know that he will be his lackey from now on!

"Well done, you're very good. By the way, after we return to the capital, can you take charge of the defense of the imperial city?"

"Grand Tutor, I can."

Zhen Wuyu wasn't exaggerating. As one of the commanders who supported the Japanese army, and with Liang Shicheng as his powerful backer, he was indeed often in charge of the defense of the imperial city.

"Alright, then when you get back, quickly take control of the city's defenses, and then wait for further instructions."

"Grand Tutor, rest assured! With me in charge of the capital, there won't be any problems."

"it is good."

Cai Jing nodded, but to be honest, he wouldn't be completely at ease about the situation in the capital just because of Zhen Wuyu's statement.

What he wanted was absolute certainty; after all, Zhen Wuyu wasn't entirely one of his own.

"Grand Tutor, would you like to go to the capital first, or return to your residence first?"

"Go back home first."

Cai Jing planned to return to his residence first. Since he was about to cause trouble, he needed to make sure things were settled at home first.

"Grand Tutor, it's not that I'm being presumptuous, but the safety of your residence must also be taken into account."

Looking at Cai Jing's nonchalant demeanor, Zhen Wuyu couldn't help but say something.

"Ah."

Cai Jing didn't say much, just nodded to indicate that he understood.

The group returned to the capital city just like that, much to the surprise of the generals guarding the north gate of the capital.

"Grand Tutor, you...you're back?"

The general guarding the city ran into Cai Jing at the city gate.

"Yes, I caught a cold, but His Majesty, being considerate of me, allowed me to return first."

Cai Jing lifted the carriage curtain, his tone still as indifferent as ever.

"Those people..."

The general guarding the city pointed to the three thousand armored soldiers who were fighting the Japanese soldiers around and behind Cai Jing.

"Did I really come back from the front lines alone?"

Cai Jing rolled his eyes at the man.

"These are all Japanese troops from the capital, and they are guards sent by His Majesty to protect me. Are you going to stop them from entering the city?"

"No, no, no, Grand Tutor, what are you saying? I absolutely did not mean that!"

The general guarding the city quickly explained that he did not mean that.

"Then open the city gates and make way."

"Yes, yes, please, Grand Tutor! Please, Grand Tutor!"

Cai Jing's authority was still formidable, and the soldiers guarding the city dared not stop him. Three thousand troops surrounded him and entered the city in one fell swoop!

"One thousand men will guard the Grand Tutor; the rest of you, follow me back to camp."

Zhen Wuyu planned to send 1,000 men to escort Cai Jing, while he himself would lead 2,000 men to the Beijing garrison.

"No need, all three thousand of you should go back."

Cai Jing stopped Zhen Wuyu from doing so.

"Three thousand Japanese soldiers can protect the Imperial City, but any fewer would not be enough."

"But Grand Tutor, your safety..."

"Didn't Eunuch Liang tell you that the Grand Tutor's Mansion is the safest residence in the capital?"

Cai Jing's words silenced Zhen Wuyu.

He saw a terrifying look in Cai Jing's eyes.

Therefore, he made a decisive and wise decision to leave.

Grand Tutor Cai is in real danger!

"Grand Tutor, we're very close to your residence. It seems there are already many officials waiting."

Cai Jing left only a dozen or so guards to drive the carriage. Before long, he heard people talking outside.

"Official?"

Cai Jing was somewhat surprised. Were his subordinates so well-informed? They arrived so quickly!

"Hmm, but they all look unfamiliar faces. Hey, what are you doing?"

The guards outside the car suddenly sounded anxious, and then Cai Jing heard a jumble of noises outside:

"Ah! It's the Grand Tutor's carriage!"

"Grand Tutor! You've worked hard!"

"Welcome back to the capital, Grand Tutor!"

"Grand Tutor! I just joined the Ministry of Personnel this year..."

……

"What are these people doing? Are they offering their allegiance?"

Cai Jing was somewhat surprised that someone would be making such a friendly gesture towards him at this time. Why hadn't he seen these people when he was being targeted by Tong Guan and his associates not long ago?

"Colleagues, are you all here to welcome this old man?"

Cai Jing slowly lifted the carriage curtain and asked the officials who had surrounded him, making it difficult to move.

"Grand Tutor, you have made great contributions by accompanying His Majesty on this northern tour. We have come to visit you!"

"Yes, Grand Tutor, you're back. That means the war must have stabilized. Otherwise, you are the pillar of our Great Song Dynasty. How could His Majesty let you leave?"

"That's right, that's right! The Grand Tutor is skilled in both literature and martial arts!"

……

These people don't even know how to give a compliment, no wonder they couldn't get into Cai Jing's circle before.

"Thank you, colleagues, but I am a bit tired and will not be receiving guests today."

Cai Jing's words were tantamount to telling him to leave.

"Grand Tutor, please get some rest!"

"That's right, the Grand Tutor is a pillar of the nation, he must take good care of himself!"

……

The crowd chattered on for a while before leaving. Cai Jing arrived at his own gate in a chariot, got off with the help of his guards, and slowly entered the mansion while coughing.

His servants immediately closed the gates of the Cai residence after Cai Jing entered!

As soon as the gate closed, Cai Jing stopped coughing, got rid of the guards' support, and strode forward with a sharp glint in his eyes.

"Master, you are back."

The old housekeeper stepped forward promptly and took Cai Jing's clothes.

"How's it going? How are the preparations?"

Cai Jing asked his old housekeeper.

"Master, they're all in the secret room."

"Take me to see it."

"Yes, sir."

The old steward led Cai Jing to the underground secret chamber of the Cai residence. This secret chamber had been built a long time ago and was very large.

Upon entering, Cai Jing saw many soldiers in armor busily at work.

"master!"

"master!"

……

When they saw Cai Jing come down, the soldiers all greeted him.

"Hmm, very good. Is everything ready?"

"Reporting to the master, our secret passage has always been connected to various garrisons in the capital. In addition, this time, almost all the garrisons in the capital have transferred a lot of people, and many brothers have taken the opportunity to sneak in."

"As for the manor, we have always maintained a force of eight hundred people in our secret chamber, ready to obey the master's orders at any time!"

"Very good. Wait two more days, and we won't need to stay in this secret room anymore. By the way, how's the gathering of those small villages going?"

Cai Jing nodded in satisfaction.

"Rest assured, sir! We are ready! Moreover, the bandit strongholds near the capital have all gathered, numbering about four or five thousand men. As soon as you give the order, they will attack the city immediately, drawing the attention of the city defense battalion!"

"Very good! Once it's done, you'll all be heroes!"

Cai Jing was very satisfied, and then he encouraged everyone a few more times before leaving the secret room.

"Old Cai."

Cai Jing suddenly called out, "Your Majesty!"

"What are your orders, sir?"

The old butler responded.

"Tomorrow, hold a banquet at the Cai residence and invite our people in the capital to come. Oh, and let them bring their families; just say it's a family banquet."

"Sir, what rank or above?"

"Those of the fifth rank, including those of the fifth rank, as long as they have a close relationship with the Cai family, invite them all. Remember, have them bring their families; this is a family banquet."

"Understood, sir."

The old butler agreed and then turned to leave.

"Old Cai, which of the Six Ministries in the capital do you prefer?"

But unexpectedly, Cai Jing suddenly asked him a question.

"Master, I don't understand anything about the Six Ministries. I just need to follow you."

The old steward turned around and bowed to Cai Jing.

"My life was given to me by the master; I belong to the master in life and in death!"

Upon hearing this, Cai Jing burst into laughter!

"Hahaha! Good! Don't worry! I won't treat you unfairly!"

……

Outside the palace, a figure suddenly appeared on horseback, which puzzled the imperial guards.

"Lord Gao, what brings you here?"

"His Majesty's imperial token is here; I can enter and leave the palace without reporting. But today is different. I wish to see the Empress and the Imperial Concubine. Brother, please help me report them..."