Chapter 340: The Imperial Court Sends Troops to the Northern Frontier

Since Fu Ruyan could remember, she had never had such a fierce disagreement with the clan elders and the head of the family, although she had never participated in such an important meeting before.

But after arguing with her father last time, she found that there was nothing to be afraid of.

On the surface, she had many choices, but in reality, if she didn't want to return to her previous life, she only had one choice.

Fu Ruyan left the Council Hall, and the wind blew, making her feel a chill. Before she knew it, her back was completely wet.

She didn't know if her decision was right or wrong, but she didn't want to live the life of a "bird in a cage" anymore.

It didn't matter to her which side the family bet on. Even so, she could still continue to be the Fu Family's young lady, but she still didn't want to give up Jiang Jinshi, who cured her illness, at such a moment in the Northern Frontier.

If she stood from the family's perspective, it was naturally best to give up "colluding" with the Northern Frontier, but she couldn't do such a treacherous thing.

It was for faith, and also for herself!

In the court, the matter of sending troops to the Northern Frontier was already a nail in the coffin, but there were also many disputes.

And the Imperial Court, which originally intended to block the news, did not get what it wanted. Now the whole world is saying that Wei Xi Yuan's acquisition of the throne is not right, and he is a puppet emperor.

The word "puppet emperor" deeply stung Wei Xi Yuan's heart. Why did he pay so much, but still couldn't get what he wanted?

"Rebel! Completely rebel! Jiang Jinshi, this rebel! National thief!" Wei Xi Yuan's voice carried fury: "It's been two days, why haven't you sent troops yet?"

The civil and military officials below were silent as cicadas.

These news shook not only the hearts of the people, but even many people in the court were affected.

Even if they didn't react that day, it was not difficult to find the clues after careful deliberation.

Now Da Qian's situation is very embarrassing, which makes everyone think more in their hearts.

And about sending troops to the Northern Frontier, they couldn't speak, so they buried their heads low and didn't dare to speak.

Seeing no one speaking, Wei Xi Yuan patted the table heavily.

"Send troops! Send troops immediately! Level the Northern Frontier! Grab the Jade Seal back for me! Hang Jiang Jinshi's head on the city gate!"

"Your Majesty, calm down."

Si Gui stepped out slowly, but his brows were locked, obviously very troubled recently.

Jiang Jinshi showed the Jade Seal, this move was extremely ruthless, directly shaking the legal foundation of the Imperial Court, and also pushing him to the forefront of the storm. Recently, there have been many voices within the Si family.

He knew very well that when the critical moment came, the Si family didn't mind abandoning him and pushing him out as a shield, even if he was the current head of the Si family!

"Your Majesty, the rebel is rampant and deserves to die, so he should be wiped out by thunder."

Si Gui stabilized his mind and said clearly: "However, the Northern Frontier's morale is high, and it occupies a dangerous place. I think we should select a tiger general and lead heavy troops to strike directly at his nest, Guangwu City, with the momentum of Mount Tai pressing down, and wipe them out in one fell swoop!"

"Achieve the work in one battle, so that we can deter the small people and take back the Imperial Jade Seal!"

He swept his gaze over a burly and cold-faced general in the military queue and continued:

"I recommend the Great General of the Left Martial Guard, Heba Sheng. General Heba is brave and good at fighting, and once served as a general in Shuo Fang Jun. He is quite familiar with the terrain of the Northern Frontier and is the best candidate for this Northern Expedition."

Heba Sheng is fierce and brave, and fights without fear of death. He is a military confidant that Si Gui has focused on promoting in recent years.

If he can be the commander, not only can he take the opportunity to further control the military power, but also ensure that the Northern Expedition army acts entirely according to his own will, and at the same time...

Perhaps he can also seek more benefits for the Si Clan in this new territory of the Northern Frontier.

Once he masters the military power, his situation will not be so embarrassing.

Si Gui's abacus is calculated, and many people in the court know it, but they still don't say a word. Now is not the time to offend the other party.

Hearing this, Heba Sheng immediately stepped out and knelt on one knee: "The end general is willing to go! Must take Jiang Jinshi's head, take back the Imperial Jade Seal, and offer it to His Majesty's steps!"

Wei Xi Yuan looked at Heba Sheng's fierce appearance, and his heart settled slightly.

Taking back the Jade Seal is his deepest obsession at this moment. As long as he can achieve this goal, anyone can go.

Just then, Yan Chonggu's firm voice sounded: "Your Majesty! The old minister thinks that although General Heba is brave, the matter of the Northern Expedition concerns the foundation of the country and is no small matter!"

"Jiang Jinshi can resist the imperial order in the Northern Frontier, which is definitely not a fluke. General Heba is good at charging and fighting, but short on strategy and steadiness. This crusade needs to be steady and steady, first choking his throat and then planning to advance, which is the best strategy!"

Yan Chonggu looks old and muddled, but he is a fox who is very refined.

He must never let Si Gui's confidant Heba Sheng master this Northern Expedition army!

Once Si Gui completely controls the Northern Expedition affairs, then there will be no place for them to speak in this court, and they won't even be able to court the Northern Frontier, so they must stop it!

"What high opinion does Old Yan have?"

Wei Xi Yuan was in a mess at this moment, just wanting to solve this heart-and-belly problem of the Northern Frontier quickly. Hearing someone oppose Si Gui, he instinctively wanted to listen.

"The old minister thinks that the top priority is not to strike directly at Guangwu City."

Yan Chonggu said unhurriedly: "The terrain of the Northern Frontier is complex, and Guangwu City is deep in the hinterland. It is difficult to supply for a long expedition. If the war drags on, there will be changes. Our army will go deep rashly, and the outcome is unpredictable."

He changed the subject: "Guansongling! This is the throat of entering the Northern Frontier, and the terrain is dangerous and easy to defend and difficult to attack. If a steady and good-defending general is sent to lead heavy troops to guard Guansongling, it will be like an iron lock, locking Jiang Jinshi firmly in the Northern Frontier!"

"Preventing him from advancing even a step, threatening the Central Plains. At the same time, the Imperial Court can mobilize grain and soldiers from all sides, surround without attacking, consume his sharpness, and wait for his internal chaos or exhaustion, then wipe them out with thunderous momentum!"

"This is a foolproof strategy, which not only protects the Central Plains, but also allows for gradual progress and taking back the Jade Seal."

Yan Chonggu's words seem to be old and national, but they are hidden with selfishness.

Using the army for the defense of Guansongling instead of active attack can greatly delay the war and win time for his secret contact with the Northern Frontier and the layout of Western Liang.

At the same time, defensive generals are often not as easy to obtain huge military merit and prestige as offensive generals, and can also limit Si Gui's expansion of power to a certain extent.

Si Gui's eyes were slightly cold. How could he not see Yan Chonggu's abacus?

This old thing, fighting against himself everywhere!

He was about to refute, but Wei Xi Yuan on the dragon chair had already been moved by Yan Chonggu.

"Old Yan's words are very true!" Wei Xi Yuan said hurriedly. He didn't understand any strategy, but he understood "steady and steady" and "protect the Central Plains."

For him, the Jade Seal is important, but his own safety and the stability of Jingcheng are more important!

What if Heba Sheng loses due to rashness and the Northern Frontier rebel army hits over?

"Yes, yes, guard Guansongling first! Block Jiang Jinshi in the North! Don't let him hit over! Jade Seal... Jade Seal, think of a way slowly!" ===== CHAPTER 341 =====