Looking at the emperor above, Gao Qiu's heart was getting higher and higher, for fear that he would be bewitched by Sun Tu, so he nodded easily. He really didn't want to go to the north. Although he was as Taiwei Gao, even if he was really defeated, even if the Song army was really defeated, it would not cause him any life and death crisis. But it was the northern border after all, so how could Tokyo have a comfortable life?

What's more, if you really go to the north to be the Raoshi's military supervisor, you will be afraid that you will not be able to come back within a year or two. This is an extremely fatal thing for powerful officials like Gao Qiu who only relied on the emperor's favor. The two-year gap period is enough to make the emperor forget himself. Even if he comes back safely, it will be difficult to have the glory of the past. This is only the result of this: the Privy Council, which is under Tong Guan's control, has become the back garden of Gao Taiwei, and the result can be seen.

Another point is that Gao Qiu is really afraid that Sun Tu will be unfavorable to him. He knows very well that just like he hates Sun Tu to the core, the other party wants to find an opportunity to kill him. After all, the death of Zhou Tong and others is not related to him. As long as he reaches the front line, there will naturally be many such opportunities. It is no more convenient than using some means to harm Sun Tu to die in Tokyo.

But at this moment, Sun Tu's voice sounded again: "Master Gao, Your Majesty has always trusted you and has entrusted such an important task. Why don't you even have the idea of ​​sharing your worries and serving the court? Could it be that you have always cared about yourself, but you have no loyalty?"

Just like Gao Qiu and his friends who had previously snatched Sun Tu's words, his words were heartbroken and pinched the other party's vital points. Once Gao Qiu refused at this time, even if Zhao Ji finally thought about the relationship between the king and the minister, he would inevitably suffer a thorn in his heart. This would be a huge hidden danger for him, Gao Qiu.

At the same time, these words also moved Zhao Ji, which had already been a little relaxed, suddenly became firm: "What the Marquis of Yue said is reasonable. Gao Qiu, you have been talking about the Northern Expedition many times before. This time I will give you the position of military supervisor and go to the north to assist Tong Guan in defeating Liao and taking down the Sixteen Prefectures of Youyun!"

As soon as this said, Gao Qiu felt even more as if he was struck by lightning. His face turned pale and his body shook violently. After a while, he knelt down and replied tremblingly: "I received the order to thank me..." Even his voice trembled. Because he knew that at this point, he had no chance at all.

The Gaoqi gangsters next to them were all nervous. They also knew that when Taiwei Gao went, there would be another change in the court, and the situation of their people was in danger. At the same time, these people gradually thought of something in their hearts. The reason why His Majesty made this decision was not only influenced by Sun Tu's words, but also the more important point was that Taiwei Gao's favor had declined and was no longer the same as before.

Although the deposed crown prince Zhao Huan two years ago seemed to have passed, the emperor still had a stab in his heart, that is Gao Qiu, who had colluded with him before. It was just because of the friendship between the king and the ministers for many years, and his many gangs in the court, the emperor did not attack and punish him. However, only from Zhao Ji's attitude towards the case of Sun Tu killing Gao Duo, he could see some clues without exploring too much.

Today, this speculation has been put into practice, and the rift between the king and the minister has become. Even if Gao Qiu returns a year or two later, the court will probably not have the status of today. After thinking through all this, many people have begun to think of their own way of retreat, and naturally they dare not wade into this muddy water.

Gao Qiu was not thinking so deeply because of his mood. He was still thinking about how to avoid leaving Chao. Now, the only way to do this is to pretend to be sick. I think he is not young anymore. As long as he suddenly "has seriously ill" before Sun Tu sets off, the emperor can't ignore his ministers' health like this? As long as he arranges everything for half a month, he can't find out any problem in this matter.

Just when Gao Qiu secretly made this idea, Sun Tu spoke again: "Your Majesty, I think that since the matter has been decided, the military situation in the front is like fire and the soldiers are very fast, so we should set off quickly. Even if we just go to the five thousand imperial guards first, it will be a great encouragement to the soldiers on the front line."

This made Zhao Ji slightly happy and said with a hurried smile: "When should we set out according to the views of Yue Hou?"

"It's better to hit the sun than picking up the sun, so let's set it tomorrow." Sun Tu said his meaning without hesitation.

"Marquis Yue is really loyal to the country. I am very pleased. Since you have this intention, as you said, I will lead my army to leave the capital tomorrow morning!" Zhao Ji nodded in satisfaction and responded.

Gao Qiu was stunned on the spot if he was hit hard again. At this moment, he had no last hope. Sun Tu was really vicious. Do you have to pull himself into the muddy water? But now, he could no longer refuse, so he could only say yes and think about what to prepare.

Sun Tu, who was beside him, looked at Gao Qiu thoughtfully at this moment: "You found this yourself. After waiting for Beijing, see how I can mercy you!"

Killing Gao Duo with his own hands is not enough to relieve his hatred. He couldn't think of a proper way to deal with Gao Qiu. Since he bumped into him today, there is no need to be polite. Although some things are taken risks, they still have to do it!

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"The general is going north to the border and fight against the Liao army?" When Sun Tu returned to the mansion and told the matter, the relevant people screamed in surprise.

Sun Tu was completely calm at this time: "I was not prepared before and could not refuse, so I could only go there once. Moreover, I was quite concerned about the war in the north. If I could go there and do my best, it would be considered as an explanation for myself."

"But even the troops from Jiangnan have to be brought with you, which is quite inappropriate."

"Yes, General, that's our foundation. Once we go to the north, I'm afraid the court will have no worries in the future and will attack you."

"Yes, please think twice, you can't take it."

These subordinates are all people who follow Sun Tu, are loyal to him and know everything inside, so once they learn about this arrangement by the court, they will naturally feel uneasy.

Sun Tu seemed very calm: "This is indeed a problem, but we also have solutions. Don't forget that Jiangnan is very different now than two years ago."

Everyone was stunned at first, and then they understood. Although it only took two years, the military strength of Jiangnan had increased greatly. When Sun Tu came, he had only 40,000 to 50,000 soldiers under his command. Now, relying on the prosperous environment of Jiangnan and the unremitting efforts of Tong Mu and others, the number of soldiers and horses that can be mobilized has more than doubled. However, all this was not clear about the monarchs and ministers far away in Tokyo.

The imperial court has always counted the numbers of local soldiers and horses through military food and money, which has allowed local generals to find opportunities to eat up a lot of empty space. However, Jiangnan is now doing the opposite. While constantly increasing troops, he never reached out to ask the imperial court for more than one penny and a grain of food. This has made many people have a wrong judgment on this, thinking that the maximum number of soldiers and horses over there is now is only 50,000 or 60,000.

In fact, Jiangnan now has 123,000 elite soldiers, which is the exact number that Sun Tu just obtained before. The so-called elite soldiers were trained according to the military training method left by Sun Tu before, and the army was forbidden. Although he had never really been on the battlefield and had seen blood, his combat power was much stronger than that of all the wing troops of the Song Dynasty, and 80% of the imperial guards.

So now, as long as someone brings 60,000 people north and leaves half of them to station in Jiangnan, Sun Tu can ensure that everything is foolproof! After understanding the truth, these subordinates finally settled down and held their fists to respond.

Then, Sun Tu called Tang Feng, Cui Lue Shang and others to the front and ordered seriously: "This time you will stay in Tokyo and help me take care of my family, so that other little girls can take advantage of any opportunity. In addition, I will ask the Di family to take care of them, so that the family can be safe."

Tang Feng and Cui Lushang looked at each other, then clasped their fists seriously: "I am accused of my duty!" Originally, the former planned to go to the north with Sun Tu, but now that he has a heavy responsibility, he dare not refuse.

By dusk, Sun Tu came to Di Mansion again and saw his two brothers. Di Huchen was also greatly affected by the prince's case, but fortunately, his family was a great minister of the Song Dynasty after all, and at least he had retained his official position and had not been demoted from the capital. However, he has been cautious in the past year and dared not cause any more trouble.

After learning that Sun Tu was about to go north, the two brothers were also very surprised and worried, so they agreed to Sun Tu's request. Then, Di Huchen wrote another letter and handed it to Sun Tu: "My fifth brother Heming and seventh brother Feng Teng are now fighting in the north. If you go there, you should meet them." This is the key to the Di family having a place in the court, and it can be seen that Di Huchen still attaches great importance to Sun Tu.

In fact, it is impossible not to pay attention to it. Once the prince falls, Di Huchen is already a yellow flower tomorrow. If there is no relatives like Sun Tu help, then when he gets old, the Di family will really fall.

Sun Tu also took the letter solemnly, thanked the other party again, and left hurriedly.

When he returned home, it was already dark. The two wives and a pair of children were waiting for him in the backyard early, and they had already learned the sudden news from the people.

The daughter Feng'er was still ignorant. When she saw her father coming, she just begged to hug her, but her son looked reluctant and kept holding her father's hand. As for the second daughter, she was even more worried: "Why are you going to fight again? Are there no other generals available in the court?"

Sun Tu held his daughter and comforted them: "It's just a Northern Expedition. I have gone on a war for many times in the past. Haven't you all returned victoriously? This time is of course no exception. Just wait at home with peace of mind. I think I will return triumphantly in a few months."

Not to mention Ya'er and the others, even ordinary people on the street may not be able to coax them. But at this time, the two women, who knew that this matter was unchanged, could only choose to believe it, and nodded with tears in their eyes and said, "Then we will wait for you at home, wait for you to come back as soon as possible to celebrate Hutou's birthday this year."

Hutou's birthday is July 18th, and today is the seventeenth day of the first lunar month. It's a full schedule, just half a year.
Chapter completed!