Chapter 281

"General, since these Xiongnu attack villages every winter to obtain grain and grass."

"And they succeed every time, it means they must have a way to know our movements."

"Why don't we play them at their own game, set an ambush in a specific village, and wait for these Xiongnu to approach."

A smug smile played on the corner of Qi Ziyi's mouth as he spoke slowly.

After hearing this, some of the generals below frowned, while others had a look of sudden realization.

"Those Xiongnu are insidious and cunning, they won't fall for the trap so easily."

Someone spoke up, their tone carrying a hint of doubt.

After all, they could not guarantee that the Xiongnu would definitely attack this village according to their plan.

"Then what if we release news that there is a large amount of grain and grass in this village?"

Qi Ziyi said.

"What is your plan?"

Meng Tian spoke.

He felt this idea might be feasible.

"General, just have people release news that there is still a batch of grain and grass in this village that has not been handed over."

"Those Xiongnu will definitely get the news."

"As long as we set up an ambush in the village in advance, we will definitely be able to lure out a batch of Xiongnu."

Qi Ziyi finished explaining his plan.

Whether it was Meng Tian or Zhang Tian beside him, they all nodded.

Both of them believed this method was somewhat feasible.

"Zhang Tian, you are more familiar with the villages here, so this matter will be handed over to you to handle."

Subsequently, Meng Tian looked at his subordinate again.

And gave him the order.

Zhang Tian nodded immediately, he already had an idea in his heart.

Since a village had to be chosen, this village naturally had to have the best location for battle.

A target had already appeared in his mind.

"Please rest assured, General, I will definitely handle this matter beautifully."

A faint smile finally appeared on Zhang Tian's gloomy face.

………

Xianyang City, in Ying Mo's courtyard.

"Lu Bing, tomorrow I will take Lu Li to the border to wipe out that group of Xiongnu."

"The Embroidered Uniform Guard will be led by you, remaining in Xianyang City, continuing to monitor everyone."

"Focus on the movements of the Strategists, the Confucians, the Mohists, and the Yin-Yang School."

Ying Mo said with a gloomy face to Lu Bing below.

"Hasn't the Young Master already handed this matter over to Yuan Zuozong?"

Lu Bing was somewhat puzzled as to why Ying Mo would personally choose to go to the border.

"Some debts really should be repaid by oneself."

"That batch of Xiongnu from five years ago is still living freely on the border of the Great Qing."

"It is time to completely end their lives."

A hint of coldness was in Ying Mo's eyes, and his voice carried a chill.

He had originally intended to go to the border to wipe out the Xiongnu after resolving all the true culprits.

But these Xiongnu did not seem to anticipate that their death date was approaching.

Instead, they were jumping around exceptionally actively on the Great Qin border, attracting Ying Mo's attention.

Ying Mo could only temporarily shelve those true culprits and turn his focus toward those Xiongnu.

He had not forgotten the great battle from back then.

He would never forget the Xiongnu's slaughter of the Annan Army.

"Keep a close watch on Moon Goddess, especially during the period when Ying Zheng goes to Zhongshan for the sacrificial ceremony."

Ying Mo continued.

He always felt that the timing of Moon Goddess's appearance was a bit too coincidental.

Why did she suddenly predict some things at this very moment?

And regarding Moon Goddess, Ying Mo himself was full of suspicion.

Although five years ago, Moon Goddess had not yet appeared in Ying Zheng's imperial palace.

"Does the Young Master also feel suspicious about the Great Qin State Preceptor, Moon Goddess?"

Lu Bing said.

"She is indeed a suspicious person."

"No matter what she does, do not let it go."

Ying Mo nodded slightly.

"This matter can only be handed over to you to be personally responsible for; if others get close to her, I fear they will be discovered by her immediately."

Ying Mo then reminded him.

This woman's strength was not to be underestimated.

If he just sent an ordinary Embroidered Uniform Guard or a member of the Heavenly Secret Pavilion to get close to her.

I fear they would be discovered by her immediately before they could even hear any useful information.

And this woman seemed to have an exceptionally deep mind.

She might even use these members to grasp their movements in reverse.

Lu Bing did not expect the Young Master to value this woman so highly.

A hint of seriousness slowly appeared in his eyes.

"Please rest assured, Young Master, during the time you are away, I will definitely keep a close watch on Moon Goddess."

Lu Bing said firmly.

"Since Wumian has already infiltrated the Mohists, then the Mohists will be left to Wumian to be responsible for."

"You will be responsible for the Strategists, the Confucians, and the Yin-Yang School."

Ying Mo continued.

He felt that all of these schools were full of suspicion.

After explaining all the matters, Ying Mo took Lu Li and headed toward the Great Qin border.

Their speed was much faster than that of the main army.

By the time the two of them arrived at the Great Qin border, the entire Xianyang City had already made all the preparations for the prayer ceremony.

Inside the imperial palace.

"Father Emperor, must you personally go to this prayer ceremony?"

Fusu spoke.

Although his status had not yet been recognized by Ying Zheng,

But judging by his current attire, he had already become the next successor of the Qin State.

"Young Master Fusu, this matter was decided by the State Preceptor herself."

Eunuch Zhuo beside him spoke with a smile.

Recently, he always felt that he had gained some favor from His Majesty.

And he could slowly appear in front of His Majesty.

It seemed he had completely replaced Zhao Gao's previous position.

Seeing that there was no displeasure on His Majesty's face, Eunuch Zhuo felt relieved.

That day, Moon Goddess came and informed Ying Zheng to go to Zhongshan to pray for blessings, hoping to obtain sweet rain for the people of the northwest.

Fusu was naturally present, so he naturally knew about this matter. But Ying Zheng was, after all, the ruler of a country.

The travel of a ruler of a country was a major event.

Plus, Zhongshan was still some distance from Xianyang City, so this trip would likely take more than a full month.

If Ying Zheng left, who should be responsible for the affairs in Xianyang City?

Thinking of this, Fusu frowned.

Ying Zheng beside him just glanced at Fusu lightly, and understood his intentions.

"Since the whole matter has been decided, I will naturally not change it easily."

"While I am not in Xianyang City, all affairs must be handled by you personally."

Ying Zheng said, his gaze fixed on Fusu's eyes.

When Fusu heard Ying Zheng's words, his first feeling was not surprise, but panic.

He subconsciously wanted to decline this heavy responsibility.

But then he realized that he was already the next successor of the entire Great Qin.

From now on, no one would show off just to compete with him for this position.

……

……

……Ding.

— Author's Notes —

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