Ever since he received the army, Ling He Gong had doubts about the crusade against Si Pu. Now he saw that the military advisor wanted to execute a prince who had been consecrated by the emperor. He felt even more inappropriate. He couldn't help but use his eyes to look at Wang Jin and signal him to come out together. To dissuade Wang Jin, he secretly waved his hand to him.
He Gong felt that he was greatly favored by his military advisor. Even if he did not get Wang Jin's support, he should remind his military advisor in time. So he took a step forward and said: "My lord, I think it is inappropriate to kill one of the princes..."
He Ran interrupted him with a smile and said: "I know everything you want to say. I won't say the same thing twice. I will let General Wang tell you later." After saying that, he called the case officer and spoke. A letter to Mo Ju. The main idea was that Si Pugu provoked and sent troops to prevent Yi Jun from returning to the army. He punished him in anger. Then the murderer wrote an apology form to the emperor according to this meaning.
After doing this, he seemed very happy. He said to the king and generals: "Reward the soldiers. You can drink today."
That night, he summoned He Gong and asked with a smile: "Have General Wang made everything clear to you?" [
He Gong nodded and said: "The general has understood your intention."
He Ran asked him to sit opposite him, spread out the geographical map and said: "I have discussed it with the general. The western territory is guarded by Su Ming. The burden of defense in the north will fall on you. Although the border you want to guard is There are thousands of miles away, but we are only facing some newly established small countries. As long as Kang State does not send troops, there will be no major problems. In the future, it will be enough to deploy some troops in some dangerous places. When the New Deal is implemented, you will have enough troops. The soldiers are deployed. Remember, your current task is not to defend the enemy in the north, because the Kangguo army is still on Su Ming's side. After I killed Si Pu, if Kangguo wants to be held accountable, the first one to bear the brunt is the western defense line. So at this moment, you You should also regard yourself as the backup of the front army. If the Kang army deceives Su Ming and secretly tricks the army to come from your side, then your responsibility is not to defend the enemy. It is to preserve your strength, fight and retreat, and mobilize for me. People and horses try to buy as much time as possible."
As he spoke, he pointed on the geographical map with his fingers. Finally, he clicked on the location of Xianhu Mountain. "Retreat to Qingsongkou here. I will send a team of troops to set up an ambush here. In case the reinforcements cannot arrive in time to set up an ambush, then you have to rely on your chances." Hold fast. After I return, I will order people to strengthen the defense there and hoard more food, grass and military supplies."
"The general will finally understand." He Gong had a strategy in mind. He knew that the military advisor was very responsive to advice, so he spoke boldly. Based on his understanding of the surrounding terrain, he proposed some strategies to defend against the enemy.
He Ran discussed it with him in detail and repeated it until late at night before letting him go back.
The next day, He Ran called Wang Jin and said: "He Gong and I have to discuss the matter of defending against the enemy again. It may be delayed for two days. We are not far from Hanba. If those bandits find out about us, The news about returning to the army is that they will probably flee. You can take eight thousand people to suppress the invaders. I will come soon."
Wang Jin smiled and said: "Why use eight thousand? Three thousand is enough. It's better to leave more troops to protect you."
He Ran also smiled and said: "As expected of the ancestor of thieves. I really have confidence."
There was no Bai Jiang next to him. Wang Jin didn't want to follow his example any more. He said with a hint of provocation: "You'd better be more careful when speaking. Be careful if I let my words reach Wang Jia's ears."
He cheered him up and cursed: "I sent you in a hurry to defeat the bandits, not just to please your sweet wife. You are so unloyal. Instead, you threatened me with Wang Jia. Your conscience will be eaten by dogs." La."
Wang Jin felt that he was wrong. He said hurriedly: "It's just a joke. How can I do that kind of thing?"
"That's pretty much it. Don't talk nonsense in front of her." He Ran still felt a little guilty. "Take eight thousand people with you. There are many capable people among thieves. Don't take it lightly."
Seeing his words, Wang Jin still had a gun and a stick. He shook his head reluctantly and said lazily: "Take the order." When he reached the tent, he turned back and asked with a smile, "The military advisor's words of praise for thieves can always be brought to the general." King, please drive."
"You don't want to marry me anymore, right?" He Ran threatened with a glare.
Wang Jin snickered and left.
After staying at He Gong's station for three days and discussing all the matters that needed to be discussed, He Ran set off again. Within a hundred miles, a message from Wang Jin arrived soon, reporting that all the bandits were wiped out.
On this day, when I arrived at the Sindhu Mansion, I saw people on the street crowded together. They all came to pay homage to the old uncle. There were memorial tables on both sides of the street as far as the eye could see.
Huang Wei exclaimed: "Justice is in the heart of the people. Although the old man has suffered misfortune, his life will be in vain if he can receive such sincere worship from the people after his death."
The steps in front of the mansion were piled high with the sacrifices offered by the people. Several servants were sweating profusely from carrying them. There were also a few servants who maintained order. The people were afraid of causing chaos to Bai Mansion. I knelt down and worshiped outside the door. The sounds of mourning could not be heard.[
After entering the door, Bai Jiang, who was dressed in plain clothes, hurried out to greet him after hearing the news. When he saw He Ran, he immediately knelt down and said only: Bai Jiang will never forget his great kindness as military advisor. Then he choked up and couldn't speak.
Huang Juan stepped forward to help her up. He Ran saw the coffins arranged densely in the funeral shed, and felt miserable in her heart.
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While waiting for tea in the main hall, Wang Jin reported what happened to the pirates.
After hearing this, He Ran said: "Miss Bai has to observe mourning for three years. Just stay here for now."
Wang Jin grinned secretly, fearing that he would say something inappropriate at this time. He hurriedly said: "The general still needs to go back and report to Wang Jia."
"I'll just report it on your behalf. I asked you to stay so that you and He Gong can guard the northern border together. It's not for anything else. I will explain it in detail later."
Wang Jin secretly breathed a sigh of relief and bowed to accept the order.
He Ran turned to Bai Jiang and said, "There is something I want to discuss with Miss Bai."
Bai Jiang stood up and said: "I will not hesitate to die even if the military advisor orders me to do so."
He Ran smiled and said: "I am the master of hundreds of miles of territory here. I see that the people love the old man very much. So I want the girl to make the country a king. I don't know what you want."
When Bai Jiang heard this, he was immediately dumbfounded. He couldn't believe his ears. He stared at him blankly and asked, "What did you say, sir?"
He Ran patiently repeated: "I want you to establish yourself as a king and rule over these hundreds of miles of territory."
Bai Jiang heard it clearly this time, but he was even more stupid. He stood there like a clay sculpture.
Wang Jin's eyes widened in shock and he asked, "Sir, this is just a joke."
He gave him a congratulatory look and said: "How can I joke at this time? You will have to bear the responsibility of supporting me in the future."
Bai Jiang, who had calmed down, bowed and said, "Your Excellency and my Bai family have great kindness. I should not have any objections to your instructions. But... But this is really difficult to be a concubine. There is no reason for a woman to be a king in the world." It doesn't matter if I am laughed at by the world. It will be difficult for me to pay for my sin if I cause harm to you."
He Ran pointed at Wang Jin and said: "That is not true. How can the girl not know whose subordinate he is? There is a precedent for a woman to be the king. Our Phoenix King has been the king for several years."
Wang Jin also felt that this was inappropriate. He interjected: "But after all, Wang Jia has a well-founded claim to control."
He Ran glared at him. Wang Jin quickly closed his mouth.
Bai Jiang said again: "How do my talents and virtues compare with those of Wang Jia? I am not free. What I am afraid of is that the local government will be in a mess and I will disappoint the high expectations of military advisors. I am really talented in governing the country and ensuring peace. I don't know how to be a king."
.I hope you will think twice."
He Ran gently said to her: "You don't have to worry about these things. In fact, you are just a king in name. You are using the old man's reputation to calm the people. I will send someone to help you with the affairs of governing the country."
"So... so..." Bai Jiang was really embarrassed. She couldn't refuse the request made by her great benefactor. But this request was really too weird. After taking a look at Wang Jin, she bit her silver teeth and said, "That's it.
In this way, Bai Jiang obeys orders. Everything depends on the orders of the adults."[
He Ran smiled and said: "Very good. You don't have to panic. After the New Deal is implemented, the king will have a lot to do. If you don't believe me, you can ask General Wang privately what our king does on a daily basis."
Bai Jiang looked at him and said, "Although your lord has said this, I am very frightened and unable to control myself at the moment. If I make any mistakes in the future, I hope your lord will give you more guidance."
"You can't do anything wrong. Even if you want to do something wrong, it's not easy. Under the New Deal, everyone is ruled by the British. But you have to remember that in the beginning, the people didn't understand the New Deal. The king's power has not been restricted. During these days, you have to
Be careful in your words and deeds. Wait until the new policy is deeply rooted in the hearts of the people. You will know what to do without anyone else telling you."
Bai Jiang nodded confusedly and turned to look at Wang Jin. He was secretly glad that the military advisor had left him behind and that he had the backbone of his decision-making. Bai Jiang felt a little more at ease.