On the way back, Xue Shixiong rode his horse first, and Jialan rode the fire behind the horse, but his speed was not fast, and each thought about his own thoughts.

A group of guards followed the left and right, and the sound of horse hooves shattered the tranquility of the late night, and also hit the two of them with anxiety.

What Xue Shixiong was most worried about was not Yang Xuangan's rebellion, but the failure of the Eastern Expedition. If the Second Eastern Expedition failed to conquer Pyongyang and destroy Goguryeo, it would be a failure. The emperor and the central government devoted their national strength to expedition to Goguryeo, but failed to succeed in two consecutive attacks within two years. The bad consequences and far-reaching impacts can be imagined.

Therefore, the Second Eastern Expedition must be won. Only when victory can the emperor and the central government reverse the decline in one fell swoop, regain prestige and morale. Even if Yang Xuangan rebelled, it would not cause much storm. On the contrary, the situation will continue to deteriorate. Not only will the emperor and the central government fail to recover, but even the empire will be severely damaged. At that time, Yang Xuangan's rebellion will definitely give the stormy political situation a head-on blow. The empire may be hit hard again and dying, or may another change to push the wheel of history in another direction. In short, the fate of the Eastern Expedition and the empire have been tightly tied together, and both prosper and both prosper and lose.

Pei Shiju decisively prevented Yang Xuangan from rebelling, and Xue Shixiong actively demanded to be the vanguard of the Eastern Expedition, all for this only urgent goal. Of course, this is from the standpoint of the empire. If it is from a private standpoint, Pei Shiju will do his best to deal with the powerful forces headed by Yang Xuangan without obtaining the exact evidence, of course, in order to safeguard the interests of the powerful group he is in, while Xue Shixiong is to avoid being involved in the dispute between the crown prince and does not want to choose to stand before the situation is clear.

Suddenly, Xue Shixiong stopped his horse, turned around and summoned Galan to his side, and walked with him.

"Galan, if your inference is correct, what time will the incident happen?"

"End of summer and early autumn." Galan said without hesitation, "When the army of the Eastern Expedition reached the city of Pyongyang, it was the moment of the incident, and this was obvious."

"In this way, the Eastern Expedition is very likely to return without success." Xue Shixiong finally couldn't help but express his concerns.

Jia Lan frowned and asked carefully, "Ming Gong, will Mr. Pei Ge report to the emperor?"

"Do you really think that with Xue Deyin's words, you can convince the emperor, let the emperor give up the Eastern Expedition and turn back to the capital?"

Of course it is impossible. Now, the emperor and the central government are desperate to win the victory of the Eastern Expedition. The sudden throwing of Yang Xuangan's conspiracy to rebel will only make the emperor make a wrong judgment, believing that this is a conspiracy planned by opponents in the court, with the purpose of preventing the Second Eastern Expedition. Therefore, he will not believe it, and even if he has some doubts, he will not take extraordinary measures for the time being. After all, provoking internal struggles at this critical moment will only put the Eastern Expedition into a dangerous situation.

"So, Mr. Pei plans to take action secretly and attack him, trying to stop it to the greatest extent, resolve or delay the outbreak of this crisis, right?"

Galan's heart is as clear as a mirror, and she can see through Pei Shiju's thoughts at a glance. He is too familiar with Pei Shiju's strategy, which is nothing more than a erratic strategy such as differentiation, discord, and counter-espionage, pursuing the greatest interests with dark means and the minimum cost. This also shows that Pei Shiju is too confident and conceited, does not pay attention to this matter, nor does he take Yang Xuangan seriously, overestimate the authority of the emperor and the center, and also underestimate the deep crises hidden in today's severe situation.

Yang Xuangan's rebellion may not directly destroy the empire, but it once again led to the empire's defeat on the battlefield in Liaodong, which led to a fatal blow to the emperor and the central government, and intensified the contradictions between the central government and the powerful families, the central government and the local government, the central government and the people. The outbreak of these contradictions once again severely hit the emperor and the central government's prestige, and eventually pushed the empire into the abyss of collapse.

However, at this moment, how many people can predict the darkness of the future? Take a step back, even if you have noticed and predicted, how many people are willing to risk their lives to make suggestions? How many people can influence the decisions of the emperor and the center?

Xue Shixiong glanced at Jialan, his eyes showed admiration, and he vaguely admitted Jialan's speculation.

"Ming Gong, the key to the matter is Liyang, and food and grass directly determine the success or failure of the Eastern Expedition. Once something happens in Liyang, the situation will deteriorate rapidly and there is no possibility of saving it."

Xue Shixiong nodded slowly, "Does Jialan have any good plans?"

Jialan sighed bitterly, what good strategies could he have? He is just a sixth-rank coach with a low position and a gentle voice. He was doing his best to take Xue Deyin to Youyan and use Xue Deyin to convey this news. What else can he do?

"If this is the Western Land, and you encounter the same crisis in the Western Land, how can you solve it?" Xue Shixiong asked calmly.

Jialan looked at Xue Shixiong as if he had some insight.

"At the end, we will rush to Liyang day and night to wait for an opportunity to assassinate."

"What if the assassination fails?" Xue Shixiong asked, "If the assassination fails and shocks the enemy, wouldn't it be counterproductive?"

"It's too late to go, so you can only do this bad thing." Galan said, "If you startle the enemy, then use the trick to force your opponent to rush to cause trouble and minimize the harm."

Xue Shixiong shook his head, "Galan, Eastern Expedition, Eastern Expedition is the top priority. If a rebellion occurs in the rear and the Eastern Expedition is abandoned halfway, the two things will be added together, and the situation can be imagined."

Galan bowed and apologized immediately, "Ming Gong, I am alone and alone, and there is no other way except to assassinate. Even if I have plans, I am willing but not capable."

Xue Shixiong remained silent and walked slowly on his horse.

"Galan, if you are given an army, can you ensure that Li Yang is not lost and that the waterway is smooth?"

Galan thought for a long time and shook his head slowly, "Ming Gong, this is the Middle Earth, not the Western Earth."

The land in the West is vast and sparsely populated, with fewer garrison troops. One team is the garrison leader, and the brigade commander is even more incredible. In special circumstances, he can even directly launch an attack on a small country or tribe in the Western Land, so the border generals have great autonomy. However, when they arrive in Central Turkey, especially in the extremely nearby areas of the capital, whether they are imperial guards or government soldiers, they strictly abide by military discipline and dare not cross them. Galan's meaning is very obvious. In Western Land, he can lead an army to do whatever he wants, but when they arrive in Central Turkey, he will not be able to do so. Here he is an insignificant little officer, vulnerable.

Xue Shixiong smiled, "Is it not suitable for the environment?"

Jialan smiled, "Ming Gong, I am worried that I will implicate you."

"If you kill a rebellious person, how could you implicate someone?"

Without hesitation, Galan bowed and bowed, "Go through fire and water, never quit."

Xue Shixiong waved his hand, "Galan, what he needs is a promise."

Galan hesitated for a moment and said solemnly, "I will do my best at all costs."

Xue Shixiong frowned slightly. Jialan still dared not make a promise after all, but Xue Shixiong could understand that Jialan was empty-handed, so what promise was made?

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Galan hurried back to the military camp.

Fu Duanyi and the West did not sleep, Zhaowu Qu Shuzhi and Xue Deyin were also waiting for him. The four of them welcomed Jia Lan into the tent. Fu Duanyi asked anxiously, "What's the matter with the general calling you?"

"Go to the palace to pay homage to Mr. Pei Ge."

Meeting Mr. Pei Ge? The four of them looked solemn. Although they were different, everyone's fate was actually in Pei Shiju's hands. Who wouldn't be nervous?

"Three Princes, the big thing has been decided." Jialan smiled at Zhaowu Qu Shuzhi, "After dawn, the general will send someone to pick you up. If nothing unexpected happens, you will see the emperor today."

Zhaowu Qu Shuzhi looked at Jialan in disbelief, excited, then suddenly woke up, jumped up, thanking him for the big week.

Jialan stretched out his hand to help him, "Three Princess, it's up to you to yourself next. Xueer has Shi Bo and Asu to take care of you, don't worry. When the Eastern Expedition is over and the emperor returns to Kyoto, it is the day when you and Xueer reunite."

Zhaowu Qu Shuzhi nodded repeatedly. While sending him out of the bill, Jialan gave him a lot of instructions, especially instructing him to follow Pei Shiju's requirements and ask Pei Shiju for help if he has any difficulties. Never make a move, so as not to miss major issues.

After sending Zhaowu Qu Shuzhi away and returning to the military tent, Xue Deyin couldn't wait, "Ga Lan, did Mr. Pei mention that matter?"

Jia Lan did not avoid the three of them and directly explained the story in detail. Finally, she mentioned Xue Shixiong's hint, "We may have to go to Liyang."

The three of them looked at each other. Fu Duanyi was very disappointed; he was secretly happy when he traveled west; Xue Deyin was as deep as water, frightened and uneasy. What would happen when he went to Liyang to see Yang Xuangan?

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After dawn, Wang Bian rushed to the Ministry of War. When will he report to the Xiaoguo Army, the Ministry of War will order it. However, what Wang Bian is most worried about is his future, which is the official position he held in the Xiaoguo Army.

When a person from Honglu Temple came, Dian Ke Ling arrived in person. Xue Wanjun of the Wei Mansion accompanied him, not only took away Zhaowu Qushuzhi, but also took away Ashinasuluo.

Zhaowu Qu Shuzhi knew that he had gone, and the chance to see Galan was slim, so he bid farewell to him. However, Ashina Suro was young after all, and at this moment, his heart had already flown to his parents. He could not have thought that this parting might be a farewell forever.

Wang Bian came back in the afternoon and was very excited.

Xue Wanche followed him and announced a news. Wang Bian no longer served in the Xiaoguo Army, but was transferred to Xue Shixiong, the right guard's palace, to serve as the fourth-rank Wuyalang General.

Wang Bian's wishes come true, not only did he get promoted as he wished, but he also returned to the command of the old general. It was really a happy event, but Jialan and his horse army did not have such good luck. Wang Bian read out the orders of the Ministry of War, and Jialan led the horse army to report to Xiaoguo Army immediately.

Wang Bian and Xue Wanche accompanied Jia Lan to the Xiaoguo Army Commander Camp.

Although the Xiaoguo Army belongs to the left and right palaces, the three commanders of the Xiaoguo Army (Zechong Lang Generals) are directly obeying the emperor like the left and right palace generals.

The Northwest Horse Legion had three brigades, but they were divided into four brigades according to the system, which belonged to the Ninth Regiment and the Tenth Regiment of the Zuoxiong Wufu of the First Army of Xiaoguo, which were the Seventeenth, Eighteenth, Nineteenth and Twentieth Brigades. Things were troublesome, and it was obvious that the First Army of Xiaoguo tried to quickly control the Northwest Horse Legion using this method.

It was almost dusk when Jia Lan arrived at the Xiaoguo Army Commander's Camp. It was already dark when he found the tent of the First Army Commander. But at this time, the chief and deputy commander of the First Army and the chief and deputy general of the Zuoxiong Martial Palace were not there, and they all went to the palace guards to attend the guards. The three of them had no choice but to sit in the tent and wait until late at night when a record officer who came to pass the order.

As soon as the order was read, Wang Bian and Xue Wanche couldn't help but stare at Jia Lan with wide eyes, feeling incredible.

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