Ning Wan nodded and was carried into the house by Helian Mochuan. Mrs. Lin had already followed with food.
"Auntie doesn't know what you like to eat. These are common snacks in the capital. The food in Yuzhou is too greasy, so I'm afraid you are not used to it!"
The meals prepared by Mrs. Lin were very exquisite. It looked like they were carefully prepared and very detailed. They were very suitable for Ning Wan to eat.
"Thank you, aunt, these are so delicious!"
Mrs. Lin felt relieved and left with a smile.
Because of Ning Wan's return, the General's Mansion, which had been lifeless for more than ten years, suddenly became joyful. Mrs. Lin had a smile on her face when she came in and out. General Xie's face was full of spring breeze, and he walked with more energy.
The mansion was bustling with preparations for a long banquet, and even the entire Yuzhou City was busy. It was even more lively than a festival.
This was the first time Banxia and Baizhu encountered such a scene. Seeing every household preparing for a banquet, and the enthusiasm of Yuzhou people also made them feel novel.
"Miss, you haven't seen how lively it is outside. You didn't expect that the people in Yuzhou City are so enthusiastic! Look, these are flowers sent by the people, saying they are for you!"
Banxia came in with a bouquet of wild flowers. In the past few days, people came here every day to send flowers, which shows that the folk customs here are simple.
"Go and make some snacks. If someone sends you flowers again, remember to thank them!"
If you reward them with money, it will only make people think that Ning Wan and others are superior, but if you reward them with some food, it is equivalent to exchanging things for things, so they will not be criticized.
Helian Mochuan has been busy preparing for war these past two days. As long as he sends troops to the Qi Dynasty, he will surely capture the capital of the Northern Qi Dynasty in the shortest possible time. However, the cost of doing so will be extremely high.
"Your Majesty, although we have a hundred thousand elite soldiers as our backing, the military supplies have been using Yuzhou City's expenses. The money and food allocated by the court have been delayed in arriving. If the military supplies are cut off, the armored army will be unable to move forward!"
This was also the emperor's way of containing Helian Mochuan. He would not provide food and grass for the military, and sometimes only give half of it. This calculation was because Helian Mochuan was worried that Helian Mochuan would secretly increase his power.
"I will arrange the military supplies myself. You don't have to worry about this. Just think carefully about which way to enter Daqi and capture most of their capital in three days!"
Three days? Su Feng and others all had surprised expressions on their faces. This was simply a fantasy!
"My lord, from Yuzhou City to Dadu, even if you travel day and night, it will take four or five days to arrive. Even the defeated Prince Heng has not returned to Dadu now and will arrive in three days. This is simply impossible!
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Several generals found it incredible, but Helian Mochuan looked at Xie Chengwu who was standing there without saying a word.
"General Xie, do you have any good ideas?"
Xie Jiajun has been stationed here for more than ten years and is very familiar with every plant and tree here. He has already had a clear understanding of the territory of Daqi, just to know himself and the enemy and be victorious in every battle.
Now, Helian Mochuan wanted to attack Daqi. Although he felt that doing so was a bit risky, he did not stop him. As a general, he knew very well that if this battle was won, the border would not be closed for at least a few years.
There will be war again.
"I know a small road that can lead directly to Dadu. However, this road is very difficult to walk. All the armored soldiers are wearing heavy armor. I'm afraid it will be difficult to get through there!"
Helian Mochuan said nothing and motioned Xie Chengwu to come to the map. Xie Chengwu quickly pointed out a road to him.
"This road passes through a swamp. Daqi people like to live in places with abundant water and grass. This swamp is very barren and is a no-man's land! As long as you pass through the swamp, you are only three hundred miles away from Dadu!"
Helian Mochuan looked at it carefully, nodded slightly and said: "This is indeed a shortcut. General Xie, could you please gather all the horses in the city. Each armored soldier is equipped with two horses, one for each rider.
, another horse for carrying armor!"
After Helian Mochuan finished speaking, Xie Chengwu looked surprised. He did not expect that Helian Mochuan would do this.
If this is the case, separating the heavy armor from the soldiers also reduces the burden on the horses. If you travel lightly, you will be faster.
"The regent has thought carefully, I will go and prepare now!"
It was already late at night when he returned to his residence, but Ning Wan did not fall asleep, but read under the oil lamp, which made Helian Mochuan frown.
"It's so late, why are you still not sleeping? Banxia, how do you take care of the princess?" Helian Mochuan was a little angry. Ning Wan got out of bed when he saw him coming back. Helian Mochuan hurried over and picked her up.
, and put it on the bed again.
"It's late at night and the weather is cold. You are not allowed to get out of bed. Please lie down for me!" Helian Mochuan was a little angry, but Ning Wan looked at him and smiled lightly.
"The regent is busy with military affairs, and I have been waiting all day. How come you get so angry as soon as you come back!" Ning Wan looked at Banxia again. "Go get the midnight snacks, and prepare the other things."
Bring the good stuff over here!”
Banxia nodded and brought in a midnight snack. In addition, there was a sheepskin bag.
"What is this?" Helian Mochuan took a look at the bundle and asked in confusion.
"This is the cold-proof leather coat that I prepared for the prince. It is made of sheepskin. It is warm and very soft. It can be worn under heavy armor to keep out the cold!"