Li Qing himself didn't know when it started, but every time he stood on the platform, he couldn't help but want to say a few words. Of course, this time was not unexpected.
"Brothers of Prince Gong's army! This should be the first time This King has addressed you in this manner in front of you. Perhaps you might have some doubts as to why You are only saying this now after half a year. That is because This King is protecting you and is afraid that you will be accused of being a rebellious and illegal army by evil people with ulterior motives.
However, things are different now. The imperial court has already acknowledged us. You can proudly say that we are Prince Gong's army no matter where you go. Back then, it was us who defeated the Anglo-French allied forces at Baliqiao.
Those of you who are more attentive will realize that ever since you came back from the Ba Li Bridge, your family members feel especially proud of you. When you walk in the capital, even the young ladies and daughters-in-law can't help but take a few more glances at you!”
Before Li Qing could finish his words, the soldiers standing in the open ground could not help but laugh.
"A smile means that this is the truth! Do you know why?"
"Because we won the battle!" shouted the crowd.”
"Not only that, but because you defeated a group of bandits. This group of bandits tyrannized our land. You defeated them, so the people recognized you and would not hide when they saw you! And you have also become heroes in the hearts of the people of Zhili! Now, this king has a chance to let you become the heroes of the entire country. Are you willing?”
The soldiers below the stage reacted for a moment. In an instant, they raised their muskets high and shouted in unison,"Yes!" We are willing!"
"Very good. In a while, this king will bring you to a very far place to fight a group of bandits. This group of bandits has their own home and doesn't want to stay. They insist on breaking into other people's houses and want to take their own houses. Not only that, but they also rob, kill, set fire, rape and plunder.
Do you think these bandits should be killed?”
After hearing this, the people below gritted their teeth and said,"He deserves to be killed! He deserves to be killed!"
"But these bandits are very powerful. Are you afraid?”
"I'm not afraid! Wangye, we're not afraid!"
Li Qing looked at the morale of Prince Gong's army that had reached its peak and nodded in satisfaction. Riding on his horse, he shouted," These bandits are the greedy Russians. Not long ago, in the northeast, they killed more than 10,000 of our unarmed brothers and sisters. Now, they have surrounded the city of Heilong River. There are still tens of thousands of civilians waiting for us to rescue them. This king now officially orders that Prince Gong's army will set off with this king!”
When Prince Degong's army in the north garden walked out in an orderly manner, Li Qing rode his horse to Wen Xiang's side and stopped." Bochuan, I'll leave the capital to you. In the days when I'm not around, if anyone from Rehe comes, no matter what the reason is, you can't let a single soldier enter the capital!"”
Wen Xiang nodded after listening and said seriously,""Your Highness, don't worry. There are still 2,000 soldiers of Prince Gong guarding the capital. The capital will be firmly in our hands! But wangye, if the emperor returns during this period, what should I do?”
Li Qing glared at Wen Xiang and said coldly,""Wen Xiang, this king is talking about anyone, not specifically!”
"Alright, I understand!"
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Three days later, Rehe Palace.
The Minister of Military Affairs, Peng Yunzhang, had just finished meeting Xianfeng and entered the duty room in the palace.
As soon as he entered the guard room, he heard Jiao Youying, who was also a military minister, gossiping with a group of Zhang Jing.
Xu Gengshen saw Peng Yunzhang walk in and hurried over.
Peng Yunzhang saw Xu Geng walking over and whispered,""Uncle Xing, what is Lord Jiao talking about?”
"This guy loves to show off and likes to come up with his conspiracy theories.”Xu Gengshen said disdainfully," Just now, he told us that the Gong Prince went to the Hei Long River to preside over the war against Russia. There were so many routes, but he had to pass through the Rehe Palace. He even guessed that the Gong Prince wanted to rebel!”
"Gui Qiao really said that?" Peng Yunzhang asked in surprise. Even a seventh-grade official knew that this matter could not be said without thinking. Jiao Youying was a military minister, yet he dared to openly discuss it in front of a group of military officials without any scruples.
Just as the two of them were muttering, a discordant sound came from the room.
"Lord Jiao, I think you're wrong. Since two months ago, there have been rumors in the palace that the Gong Prince is relying on the foreigners to gain self-respect and is going to rebel. In the past two days, because the Gong Prince is going to pass through the Rehe River, there has been a lot of commotion. His Majesty has already beheaded two of the eunuchs who spoke nonsense, so I think it's better for you to be careful with your words and not fall into the trap of others.”Cao Yuying shook her head and said thoughtfully.
Jiao Youying was a little angry when he heard Cao Yuying's words. However, when he thought about how Cao Yuying had been favored recently, he suppressed his anger. After calming down, Jiao Youying thought about it carefully and felt that Cao Yuying's words made sense.
Jiao Youying, who was suspicious and gossipy, pondered for a moment and said,"I understand now. So this is all that guy's plan!”
After hearing this, the few people nearby all revealed extremely interested expressions. They walked over at the same time and leaned forward, asking curiously,"Lord Jiao, who are you talking about?”
Cao Yuying couldn't help but look nervous. The back of her court dress was drenched in cold sweat.
"It's Sushun! The only person who had a grudge against the Gong Prince was Su Shun.”Cao Yuying heaved a sigh of relief when Jiao Youying said that.
Cao Yuying stood up shakily with a pale face and said,""Lord Jiao, I suddenly remembered that the emperor is looking for me, so I'll take my leave first!”
"Yes! Lord Cao, meeting the Emperor is a big matter. Isn't your bearing a little inappropriate?”Jiao Youying said, taking advantage of his seniority.
"Haha, thank you for your concern, Lord Jiao! I'll go and pack up now." Cao Yuying then walked out. "Lord Peng, Lord Xu, why are you standing at the door and not going in?”
"Lord Cao, I'm old and I like peace and quiet!" Peng Yunzhang laughed.”After saying that, he stretched his arms and did not say a word.
Cao Yuying laughed and left. Before she left, she said softly,""Old fox!"
After Cao Yuying left, Xu Geng walked over and said,"Elder Peng, why do I feel that there's something wrong with Lord Cao? He's deliberately pointing the spearhead at Lord Su Shun!”
Peng Yunzhang smiled." Uncle Xing, there are some things that you should know in your heart. Say what you should say, and don't say what you shouldn't. Even if you can't avoid it, you have to remember it. Don't casually express your position unless you are 100% sure!”
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Just as Peng Yunzhang was teaching Xu Gengshen some ways to protect himself in the officialdom, Cao Yuying carefully walked to a side hall. After making sure that there was no one around, she sneakily pushed open the door and entered.
The entire room was very dark. Cao Yuying had just entered when she heard a woman's voice."Lord Cao, did you come alone?”
After Cao Yuying heard this, she quickly knelt down." I, Cao Yuying, am here to attend Imperial Consort Yi!”"I took a detour when I came, and I also confirmed it again when I came in!”
Imperial Consort Yi nodded and said,""Very good, then have you done what bengong instructed you to do?”
"It has been done. This lowly official has already successfully led these rumors to Sushun. No one will suspect Niangniang!”
"En, you did well. After my son inherits the throne, this prince will definitely not forget you!”
Cao Yuying was overjoyed and kowtowed three times."This lowly official will definitely do my best for Eldest Brother until I die!”
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