Chapter 32 Another Incident

The matter of counterinsurgency was settled in this way, and the next thing had nothing to do with Wen Jin.

He is not responsible for selecting people or leading troops.

In the dead of night, Wen Jin walked into the eldest princess' mansion alone and walked through the night to the main hall without anyone stopping her.

Pushing open the red lacquered wooden door of Yunqi Hall, Wen Jin slowly walked towards the inner hall in darkness.

The hall was uncomfortably quiet and lifeless, as if no one had ever lived there. Wen Jin slowly knelt down in front of the bed and leaned against the edge, as if he could still feel her presence.

But the bed was clearly cold, without any warmth.

Wen Jin felt silent in his heart.

Your Highness.

Yan Qing, Yan Qing.

You are really heartless. You just left without saying hello. Did you deliberately want to punish me?

Wen Jin slowly curled up and said, Your Highness, I will get military power and earn money, don't let me go...

He used to be so afraid of the dark, but now he allowed himself to be immersed in darkness, surrounded by hesitation, uneasiness, and panic.

Like a lonely wolf falling into the endless black abyss, no light or hope can be seen.

Your Highness.

Wen Jin lay down here and slept for half the night. The dark nights that always gave him nightmares in the past were surprisingly free of nightmares this night.

Wen Jin smiled mockingly to himself. Was he really spoiled?

He felt insecure when she was around, but when she left, he realized that all fears could be overcome.

Because no one will feel sorry for him, so what can he do if he doesn't overcome it?

Standing up slowly, his body was a little sluggish from being curled up for a long time. He turned around and walked to the golden cage, looking at it with an appraising look. His long fingers caressed the golden fence, feeling a little nostalgic.

As long as you don't abandon me, I am willing to stay here all my life. I am willing to be imprisoned and have my wings broken, even if I lose my freedom.

But why did you choose to leave without saying goodbye?

Wen Jin was stunned, as if there was an empty space somewhere in his heart.

"Sir," the guard said respectfully, standing in the wide courtyard, "it's time for morning court."

Wen Jin silently let go of his hand, took one last look at the golden cage, and turned to leave.

After walking out of the palace gate, he calmly ordered: "No one is allowed to come near this place."

Wei Yun responded respectfully: "Yes."

Wen Jin narrowed his eyes and brushed the slightly wrinkled robe on his body, and walked down the stone steps in front of the palace. His elegant eyebrows relaxed little by little, and he was the gentle and calm Lord Wen again, with a measured advance and retreat.

…

The selection of generals to counter the rebellion is progressing very quickly in the military camp.

At the end of February, King Duan selected Gao Linghai, the general of the Huben Army, and reported the results to the emperor. Yan Chen ordered Gao Linghai to immediately gather 50,000 troops and set off to the southeast to quell the rebellion early tomorrow morning.

Gao Linghai led the order.

With the counter-rebellion issue temporarily resolved, all the civil and military officials in the court breathed a sigh of relief, and at the same time, all ministries began to get busy.

When the two armies are fighting, food and grass go first.

The same goes for counterinsurgency. Food and fodder for 50,000 soldiers and horses must be prepared in advance. The cabinet is fully responsible for going to war. Several cabinet ministers are very busy.

However, no one expected that Gao Linghai would die on his bed that night, stabbed to death.

In the morning of the next morning, the news was like a thunderclap in the hall.

All civil and military officials in the court changed their expressions: "General Gao was assassinated?"

"Who did this?"

"It's absolutely crazy!"

"Could it be the other three generals who failed?"

The ministers in the hall were talking a lot, each speaking out his or her own guesses and judgments. Currently, the three generals were the most suspicious.

Although they are all generals under General Xiao and have a comradeship, in the face of huge interests, brothers can also turn against each other, let alone just comrades?

Counterinsurgency is a relatively easy job that can earn military merit as quickly as possible. Originally, the four of them had similar military ranks. However, as long as the rebels can be killed and triumphantly returned this time, even if they cannot immediately replace General Xiao, You can also temporarily take over his duties.

What is the difference between being in temporary power for a long time and actually taking power?

"What's going on? There are one after another troubles in Beijing, what do you do for food?!" Yan Chen's face was cold, and he was extremely angry, "Prince Duan, you chose Gao Linghai, how do you explain it?"

King Duan took a step forward and said unhurriedly: "Reporting to your Majesty, I was just ordered to select the one among several generals who is most suitable to lead the army to counter the rebellion. General Gao has superior military power, and his military formations are far superior to the others." After careful consideration and comparison of the three of them, I feel that General Gao is the most suitable to lead the troops into battle... As for the assassination of General Gao, I could not have foreseen it, and I am not the mastermind of this matter. I hope your Majesty will tell you clearly."

"My martial arts skills are superb, and my military skills and formations are far better than others, but he was killed so easily? What kind of martial arts skills is this?" The emperor was furious, "He is a waste!"

King Duan lowered his head and said nothing.

The trash was also promoted by Xiao Chongshan, what does it have to do with him?

Lu Guozhong, the commander of the Jin Yiwei, was still an eighth-level master. Wasn't he assassinated to death under the emperor's nose?

The emperor took a deep breath and couldn't suppress his anger, "Check! Find out who it is, and I will kill all nine of his tribes!"

"We must investigate," Wen Jin said unhurriedly, "But the most urgent task is to choose a new general to lead the army. We cannot delay the fight against the rebellion."

Gao Linghai was assassinated, and the other three generals became the biggest suspects. When the rebellion was about to be suppressed, something like this happened, which made it worse.

Another layer of shadow fell on the minds of the ministers.

King Duan also murmured in his heart that Gao Linghai was indeed the most powerful among the four top generals of the Huben Army and had a calm personality. He should have no problem suppressing the rebellion, but he was assassinated that night.

Just as the ministers thought, King Duan's first suspicion was the three defeated generals, but the reason was somewhat untenable, because it was said that the four generals under Xiao Chongshan had always had a good friendship. On the day of the competition, the other generals The three of them were also convinced by Gao Linghai.

Even if they are a little dissatisfied, it stands to reason that Gao Linghai should not be assassinated at this time. Does this make people suspicious of them?

Gao Linghai had been living in the military camp before. After receiving the order to counter the rebellion, Gao Linghai went home to pack some things and say goodbye to his family.

Something happened unexpectedly.

"Who do Wen Qing think we should choose?" Yan Chen held the armrest of the dragon chair and his eyes fell on Wen Jin's face, "General Gao was killed, who should be chosen from among the other three generals?"

Wen Jin nodded: "I think this is the only way."

Yan Chen said: "What does Wen Qing think of Gao Linghai's assassination?"

Wen Jin's words were gentle and calm: "Maybe some people don't want the imperial court to send troops to quell the rebellion."

As soon as these words came out, Yan Chen's expression suddenly changed.