Outside the palace gate.

Jinyi Health Center.

Hu Fei sat quietly in his office, looking at a map of Beiyuan on the table, frowning in thought.

First there was Hu Weiyong, and then there was Empress Ma. They all seemed to intentionally or unintentionally keep him away from disputes between right and wrong and stay out of it.

But he knew that this Northern Expedition was an excellent opportunity for him to improve the status of Jin Yiwei in the court and he should not miss it.

He is not a warlike person, but he is definitely not a timid person.

He knew that once a war started, the people on the border would suffer the most, but he also knew that this war was destined to be inevitable. If he wanted to make the people on the border less miserable, he must think of a perfect strategy for Zhu Yuanzhang to ensure that this war would be inevitable.

win.

At this moment, the sound of footsteps was heard, and Chundie appeared outside the office door.

"Master, Qi Yun is here."

Chundie bowed her hands and said respectfully.

After hearing what Chundie said, Hu Fei withdrew his gaze, looked up, and then saw Qi Yun walking in quickly from the door.

"I have seen the commander in my humble position!"

Qi Yun walked closer and saluted respectfully.

"Well, I have an important task for you, but this task requires you to leave the capital. I'm afraid you have to spend the New Year outside."

"I wonder if you can finish it?"

Hu Fei looked at Qi Yun and said straightforwardly.

"My lord, just give me your orders. I will do my best in this humble position!"

Qi Yun nodded and said decisively.

"good!"

"The Northern Expedition is about to begin. I order you to immediately select some reliable men and head to the northern border first. After entering the territory of Beiyuan, break them into pieces and closely monitor the movements of Beiyuan. I want to know every move of the Beiyuan army.

"

Hu Fei nodded with satisfaction, stood up, came to Qi Yun, and said in a deep voice.

"As you command!"

After listening to Hu Fei's words, Qi Yun did not hesitate for a moment and answered decisively again.

Regarding Hu Fei's order, no one in the Jinyi Guards, except Han Jiang's group, had ever questioned it.

"Very good, take the time to say goodbye to your family, and set off as soon as you are ready."

Hu Fei looked at Qi Yun with satisfaction and said slowly.

"No need, the task is urgent. Thanks to your grace, the two elders in the family are now well-fed and well-fed in the nursing home. They have nothing to let go of. Going to say goodbye to them deliberately will only make them worry."

"I'll mobilize my manpower and rush to the north immediately!"

Qi Yun shook his head with a smile and said in a deep voice, his eyes full of gratitude.

"In that case, let's get ready. After the New Year's Day, I should soon go to the north to join you."

"This matter should not be publicized and needs to be carried out secretly."

Hu Fei nodded, waved his hand and said.

Qi Yun agreed, no longer hesitated, turned around and left the office quickly.

Seeing Qi Yun leave without looking back, Hu Fei showed a happy smile on his face.

At this moment, Pei Jie appeared at the door.

"Sir, someone is coming from the palace. Your Majesty wants to see you."

Pei Jie glanced at Hu Fei, bowed his hands, and said respectfully.

It’s finally here!

Hu Fei raised his eyebrows and thought to himself.

Immediately afterwards, Hu Fei left the Jinyi Guardhouse and went straight to the palace.

...

Royal Palace.

The Hall of Nourishing Heart.

Pang Yuhai walked in quickly.

"Your Majesty, Duke An Guo has arrived and is waiting for the summons outside the palace."

Pang Yuhai said respectfully while saluting.

"Please!"

Zhu Yuanzhang's eyes lit up and he said hurriedly.

Soon, Hu Fei walked into the main hall accompanied by Pang Yuhai.

"My son, please see your father!"

Hu Fei walked closer and bowed respectfully.

"Get down quickly!"

Zhu Yuanzhang smiled and hurriedly waved his hands and said.

Hu Fei smiled and stood up slowly.

"I heard that you are on duty at your post today. You have been working hard for several days. Why don't you rest at your house for a few more days?"

Zhu Yuanzhang looked at Hu Fei and asked with concern.

"My father takes care of everything every day and never expresses his hardships. How can I dare to slack off?"

Hu Fei smiled and said seriously.

"I'm very relieved that you think so. I'm sure I didn't misjudge you."

When Zhu Yuanzhang heard this, he immediately smiled and said with satisfaction.

"I wonder what the father did when he summoned his ministers today?"

Hu Fei smiled and asked slowly.

Although he asked this question, he had already guessed something in his heart.

"I have decided to launch troops against Beiyuan. I have ordered Xu Da to assemble an army and head to the northern border soon."

"Jinyiwei is responsible for supervising all officials. You don't know everything, do you?"

Zhu Yuanzhang looked at Hu Fei and asked slowly.

"My son, I have heard a little bit about it, but the Jin Yiwei cannot interfere too much in military matters, so I didn't go into details."

Hu Fei cupped his hands and said.

"That was before. This time, I'm afraid the Northern Expedition will have to rely on your efforts."

"Although I have never worried about Xu Da's ability to lead troops in war, I am worried about Beiyuan Chunqiu Hall, which I have to guard against."

Zhu Yuanzhang frowned slightly and said worriedly.

"Father, do you want Jinyiwei to help you fight against Chunqiu Hall?"

Hu Fei pretended to think for a moment and asked tentatively.

"That's right!"

"It's just not to assist, but to go all out. If we want to completely eradicate Beiyuan, Chunqiu Hall cannot stay, and we must eradicate it together! Otherwise, there will be endless troubles!"

Zhu Yuanzhang nodded and said seriously.

"But I feel that starting a war with Bei Yuan at this time is not the best opportunity."

After listening to Zhu Yuanzhang's words, Hu Fei paused and suddenly said bluntly.

It has been a long time since he questioned Zhu Yuanzhang face to face!

Sure enough, after hearing Hu Fei's words, Zhu Yuanzhang's expression changed obviously.

"What? Are you afraid of Chunqiu Hall?!"

Zhu Yuanzhang asked coldly with a stern face.

"No, my father misunderstood. What I said was that this is not the best time to fight. It's not that he doesn't support the Northern Expedition."

"At least before the Chinese New Year, there should be no war."

Hu Fei shook his head and explained calmly.

"What do you mean by this?"
To be continued...