: Finding a solution to the problem (second update)

The war in the northwest has entered a stalemate. The Xiliang army is stationed far away, neither attacking nor retreating.

Over the past two months, the Northwest Army has gone through several battles and two crippling battles, and its vitality has been severely damaged. More than 20,000 of its 100,000 soldiers and horses have been lost, and the city defense has become extremely fragile.

Taking advantage of the rest of the Xiliang Army, the Northwest Army strengthened the city defenses, rested and reorganized the army, and re-defended.

While Zhao Chen and Lu Bing were patrolling the city wall, the guard who had sent a message to the capital came back with news from the capital.

The Emperor was delighted when he heard that the Northwest Army had defeated a large number with a small number, and immediately ordered the Ministry of War and the Ministry of Household Affairs to prepare and reward the three armies.

Lu Bing smiled, "That's fine. When the officials arrive in two months, they can collect the bodies for us."

Loyal bones are buried everywhere in the mountains, and the men of the Northwest Army are never afraid of death in battle, but this way of dying is really ridiculous.

Zhao Chen looked far away at the vast desert and remained silent.

An Linghou comforted him in a deep voice, "This is an expected thing, so His Highness the Crown Prince does not need to be too sad. The Northwest Army has been going through this for the past twenty years, but this year has been particularly difficult."

Zhao Chen said, "You are right, you shouldn't have too much hope."

Zhao Chen continued to patrol around every day and discussed with Lu Bing about setting up defenses.

With the five hundred guards from the Prince's Palace here, it was much easier to do things. Zhao Chen sent them to spy on the news in various places in the northwest and Xiliang, and he knew the situation in the northwest clearly.

But the guards have never found the whereabouts of General Ghost Face. General Ghost Face has tens of thousands of soldiers and horses. The food, clothing, housing and transportation of so many people must have left traces, but they seemed to have disappeared without a trace.

Zhao Chen has always wondered why this man with such great ability was unknown in the Zhou Dynasty. Why did he raise such a troop of troops?

He suddenly thought, "Let Liang Zhong come over!"

Wei Xiao agreed, and after leaving for a moment, Liang Zhong opened the curtain and came in, "Prince."

Zhao Chen asked, "When you met King Jin in Xiangping Mansion, did you notice anything strange about him?"

Seeing that Liang Zhong was confused, he asked instead, "Is it possible that he is someone else in disguise?"

Liang Zhong thought for a long time and replied, "The King of Jin and his bodyguards are highly skilled in martial arts and cannot get close to them due to their humble position. They have only seen them from a distance and found nothing wrong with them. Even though their appearance can be faked, the noble demeanor of King Jin is difficult for ordinary people to imitate."

, it shouldn’t be someone else in disguise.”

Liang Zhong was very good at recognizing people. He could remember a person's appearance after meeting him once. He said that without disguise, there would probably be nothing wrong.

But Zhao Chen still had doubts and ordered, "Go to Xiangping Mansion again and inquire more to see if there are any other flaws."

Liang Zhong responded.

Zhao Chen pondered for a moment, then took up his pen and wrote a few words: The northwest is in danger, please ask the Seventh Emperor for advice on how to solve the problem.

He handed the envelope to Liang Zhong, "Go and report the situation in the northwest to the King of Jin openly and see what he says. Ordinary substitutes, without too much insight and courage, will definitely show their flaws."

If that was not a substitute, he would also like to hear what Zhao Chengyuan had to say and his reaction.

Liang Zhong left with the letter.

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Chen Family Courtyard.

Wutong Court.

Han Youning unfolded a painting and pressed it down with a paperweight. She praised it, "I have to say, the paintings painted by Master are really beautiful. They are simply the food map of Dazhou."

Su Bai stood far away, stiffly flexing his neck and not looking over there.

I won't give in! I can't be sorry to Zhao Chengyuan!

I still want to live!

Han Youning said with a smile, "As long as you are willing to check, I will give you one. If you can find something useful, I will give you another one. If I am particularly satisfied, I will give you another one. It's a good deal for you."

Su Bai snorted coldly, "What's the point of having so many paintings? It's hard to say whether you have a life to appreciate them. You are so curious. You even want to find out how your husband was born."

Han Youning smiled, "Aren't you curious?"

Naturally curious!

He, Su Bai, cannot tolerate any doubts!

Su Bai said firmly, "I'm not curious. I am a measured person and know who should be investigated and who should not be investigated."

Han Youning sighed, "Okay, since you're not curious, I'll go find the curious person and let him investigate."

Su Bai suddenly felt that something was not good, and asked cautiously, "Who do you want to investigate?"

"Duan Yi. He is my personal bodyguard. He does things for me as a matter of course. There is no need to talk about conditions or calligraphy and painting. I only need to give an order and he will get things done properly."

If it weren't for the fact that Su Bai's identity needed to be concealed now, Han Youning would have really wanted Duan Yi to look it up for her.

Find out what happened in Wutong Courtyard back then, and why those servants were silenced. What is the secret behind it?

"No!" Su Bai stood up from the wheelchair, "Aren't you afraid that he will discover my flaws?"

Han Youning pointed at his legs, "If he sees you like this now, he will definitely find a flaw."

Su Bai sat down and looked at the overall situation, "Okay, okay, I promise you!"

If Zhao Chengyuan is to blame at that time, his reasons will be sufficient. He is forced to have no choice!

As he spoke, he kicked his feet back on the ground, and the wheelchair rushed to the desk. He started to select calligraphy and paintings with bright eyes.

This is a good deal, it not only satisfies curiosity, but also gets Master Xuanzhi’s paintings!

Ye Chang's voice came from the window, "Your Majesty, Shi Liangzhong, the head of the Crown Prince's Palace, would like to see you and the princess."

Su Bai put down the painting and looked at Han Youning, his expression becoming serious.

"The prince is in the border town now. Why did Liang Zhong come to Xiangping Mansion if he wasn't there to guard him? Still asking for an audience in such an upright and open manner."

Han Youning said, "This person is quite difficult to deal with, so it's better to be careful."

The two went to the living room.

Liang Zhong was waiting outside the hall door. When he saw them coming, he stepped forward to salute.

Su Bai looked indifferent, glanced at him and signaled Ye Chang to push him into the hall, "Why did Liang Changshi come to Xiangping Mansion, but the prince is coming?"

Liang Zhong followed and replied, "Back to the prince, His Royal Highness is in the border town. The official is here to deliver a message to the prince on behalf of the Crown Prince."

With that said, he took out a letter from his arms and presented it to Subai.

Su Bai opened the letter: The northwest is in danger, and he asks the Seventh Emperor for advice on how to solve the problem.

He frowned, "I heard that the northwest just won two battles and wiped out tens of thousands of enemies. Why is it so critical?"

While Liang Zhong was detailing the situation in the northwest, he was carefully observing the King of Jin.

After King Jin heard about the situation of the war, worry appeared in his eyes, but it quickly disappeared and he returned to his usual calm and cool look.

"Prince Anlinghou once told me his worries before leaving the capital. It is expected that this battle will be difficult. If you want to give me advice, although I have read military books, I don't understand actual combat. I'm afraid I won't be able to give you any solutions to the difficulties."

Law."

Liang Zhong cupped his hands and said, "The Crown Prince said that Your Majesty has a clever mind and a far-sighted vision. You can only give some suggestions. I don't think His Highness the Crown Prince can get any inspiration from them."

Sub Bai looked at him with a cold look in his eyes, "I think the prince is not here to ask for a solution to the problem. He can't find out the details of General Ghost Face, so the suspicion is on me?"
Chapter completed!