Dongfang Ao, who was on the side, didn't know what Shi Jing was playing. Seeing the military advisor's expression, he was very anxious, fearing that the military advisor would be deceived by Shi Jing, but he didn't dare to ask more questions. He clenched his fists and looked nervously at the military advisor and then at Qiong Chu.
There was a moment of silence in the military tent, and finally he spoke happily and said to Qiong Cun: "Don't spread this matter outside, just say he was assassinated."
Qiong Lei gave a deep salute and choked with sobs: "General, on behalf of the commander-in-chief of the border, I would like to thank the military advisor."
He Ran sighed, then stared at him with burning eyes and asked: "Are you responsible for the delay in taking back Dongfang Ao's headquarters?"
Qiong Lei shook his head with a wry smile and glanced at Dongfang Ao. He then waved his hands to Dongfang Ao and the people in the tent and said, "You guys go out first."
Qiong Lei waited for them to go out before saying: "The general almost got beaten with a military stick because of this matter. There is no general who knows the inside story of this matter who does not object. Both naval commanders were dismissed from their posts for disobeying orders. Alas, Bian
Shuai was really... really confused at that time. When he heard that Su Shuai's navy was severely damaged, he knew that he had caused a big disaster. Later, when he heard that Baihe Bay was lost, he regretted it and wanted to commit suicide several times."
"Then he still wants to get rid of Dongfang Ao on the way to escort?!" He Ran was furious.
Qiong Lei sighed, lowered his head and said, "I guess the commander-in-chief was already confused by regret and despair at that time."
He Ran's tone turned cold and said: "It's such a big thing. Why don't you avenge it even though you know he is at fault?"
Qiong Lei bowed and said: "The general is guilty. At first he told me that he wanted to cause some trouble for Dongfang Ao, but I didn't take it seriously. The general knows that Bian Shuai is jealous and resents Dongfang Ao for being promoted too quickly. More than once, he
I complained about this in front of me. At first, I thought it was just a matter of two or three days to vent his anger. Who knows... Who knows that this delay will be endless. People who know about this matter are close to Bian Shuai. We don’t want Bian Shuai to do it.
Because of this he was convicted, and we kept trying to persuade him, but the more we tried to persuade him, the more energetic he became. By the time we wanted to report the message to the military advisor, it was already too late. General Mo had followed the commander of the border for more than ten years. This time, he missed a major event because of his personal affair, and also harmed the commander of the border.
Finally, the general is willing to take the blame and ask the military advisor to punish him."
He Ran let out a heavy breath and said: "I'm afraid he was hoping that after two days of delay, the Shun army would take the opportunity to encircle Dongfang Ao and let Dongfang Ao suffer a defeat, and then he would lead his troops to rescue him. His mind was burning with jealousy and hatred.
They are all so confused that they are actually making fun of this kind of thing, even if they commit suicide, it would be considered a good death for him."
Qiong Lei lowered his head and said: "Thank you to the military advisor for your kindness, so that Bian Shuai will not leave a bad reputation behind him. Before his death, Bian Commander repeatedly said that he was sorry for the old prince, and he would not be able to see the old prince after his death. The military advisor saved his reputation for him."
The commander-in-chief of the border will definitely be grateful to the military advisor for his great kindness."
He Ran was silent for a while and said: "You can hold the commander's seal first. Although it is guilty of not reporting the knowledge, it is excusable. I will write this down for you in my heart. I hope you can make a difference in the future.
If you are guilty, go back and take care of Shi Jing's funeral affairs, and let this be over."
Qiong Lei bowed and said: "General, I would like to thank the military advisor. However, I know that I am not a talented person. Since I am guilty, I should no longer be responsible for the important task. Please ask the military advisor to send another border commander. I will do my best to assist you in repaying your loyalty."
The kindness of military advisor."
"Let's do it this way for now. I know you have a good strategy and your character can make your subordinates admire you. If you really feel that you are not up to the task for a while, come back to me."
Qionglun's eyes showed gratitude and said: "The military advisor has treated me so kindly, and I will remember it in my heart. I won't say any more words of gratitude at this time. From now on, I can only use this passion to repay the military advisor. If I do anything against the military advisor,
, heaven and earth cannot tolerate the death of both humans and gods."
He Ran smiled and said: "Go ahead, I won't go into the city, and don't tell others about my visit."
Qionglun understood the military advisor's intention, and after saluting, he retreated.
He Ran picked up Shi Jing's letter again and read it, then moved it to a candle and lit it and burned it. Shi Jing's letter detailed what happened. Although he did not explicitly say that he was jealous of Dongfang Ao, it was revealed in his words.
With this in mind, he admitted that he had made a big mistake out of selfish motives, saying that he "had lost his mind and didn't know what to do" at that time. The casualties suffered by Su Ming's soldiers and navy made him filled with regret.
Jealousy gave rise to hatred, and hatred caused chaos in his heart, which eventually led to catastrophe and ruined himself. It was the flaw in his character that ruined Shi Jing. He Ran knew clearly that in his heart he also resented himself as a military advisor. After all, Dongfang Ao was promoted by himself.
. He had no sympathy or regret for Shi Jing's death. All he felt was relief. Even if such a person doesn't get into trouble now, he will get into trouble later.
Although both the 8,000-strong army and Shi Jing passed without incident, He Ran felt even more exhausted than after two major battles. Both his body and mind were about to reach the limit of what they could bear. He did not call out.
Dongfang Ao came in. Although he knew that Dongfang Ao couldn't wait to know the inside story, he didn't want to say another word. He lay on the bed made of soft grass and cotton pads and fell asleep quickly.
Early the next morning, he sent someone to call back Zhong Zhen and two other guards who were still watching near Shuangxia City. He ordered Zuotang's two generals to chase the army and return to duty. Then he broke camp and headed towards Wanglong City.
As long as the Shun army did not retreat, he would not be able to rest assured. However, this time he was no longer in such a hurry as before. The continuous galloping for days was too much for him.
Dongfang Ao's searching eyes were always around him. After walking for more than twenty miles, he called Dongfang Ao to his side and whispered: "Shi Jing committed suicide. Let this matter be over. He will no longer be held responsible for his crimes."
In a few days, I will notify the entire army to clear your name and restore you to your original post."
"But...but if the military advisor doesn't hold Shi Jing accountable, how can he clear the villain's name? There's no way to explain this." Dongfang Ao was a little unwilling and a little confused.
"Just say that I wronged you because of the false report. Shi Jing's failure to leave the navy was due to the false report of Shun Guo's navy patrolling the river. No additional charges will be made."
"This...why should the military advisor take the blame for this kind of person? This is too detrimental to the reputation of the military advisor. Shi Jingbai will not be able to escape his guilt even if he dies."
He Ran sighed and said: "Forget it, he has made great contributions to the country in the past, but he was confused and made a mistake, so he committed suicide and apologized."
"The military advisor shows concern for his subordinates. As someone who serves under the military advisor, I feel that it is a blessing. However, Shi Jing has gone too far this time. Failure to expose his crime may damage military discipline. Please think twice, military advisor."
He Ran glanced at him and said: "Military discipline and national law should be kind. If he doesn't die, then I will punish him severely. But now that he has realized his mistake and committed suicide, why bother to harm his family and his reputation after death?"
, I regard you all as brothers. As long as you are not traitors to the country and rebels, I will show mercy to anyone who can show mercy. I have already killed my own brothers under forced circumstances. I don’t want to do this kind of thing all the time. Military discipline.
National laws are not entirely maintained through severe punishment."
"Yes! The villain has learned a lesson." Dongfang Ao promised, not daring to say any more.
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