Zhu Houzhao looked in the direction of Datong, and a cold light flashed in his eyes." Go to Datong personally. If General Guo Deng has been killed, go all out and lead the assassins to kill Guo Jing, Li Rang, and the other traitors. Letting the Da Tong defenders lose their leader was better than letting these traitors control the army and harm Great Ming!”
"This subject obeys the decree!"
Zhao Gao replied respectfully, a murderous look flashing across his face.
"Do it immediately!"
Zhu Qizhen waved his hand slightly and said coldly.
"Yes, I will take my leave!"
" Understood!" Zhao Gao replied respectfully. He then bowed and cupped his hands before slowly retreating.
After Zhao Gao left, Zhu Qizhen looked outside the courtyard and solemnly said," Yuan Bin, immediately send a message to the entire Xuan Manor. In an hour, the army will set out and target Datong!”
"Yes, sir!"
Yuan Bin, who was outside the courtyard, immediately replied respectfully when he heard Zhu Qizhen's order. Then, he went to convey Zhu Qizhen's edict.
Inside and outside the Xuan Manor, the ministers, Meng Tian, Fan Zhong, and the other generals quickly received Zhu Qizhen's orders and quickly made preparations to continue on their journey.
An hour later, Zhu Qizhen rode his horse and stood in front of the 200,000 strong army.
On both sides of Zhu Qi Town, Tian Yan and Yuan Bin rode their horses.
Behind them were Meng Tian, Fan Zhong, Chen Wenrong, and the other generals, as well as some of the ministers who followed them.
"Minister Chen, I'll leave the Xuan Manor to you. We can't neglect any of the border towns under the Xuan Manor. If there's anything urgent, remember to report to both Datong and the capital at the same time!”
Sitting on the horse, Zhu Qizhen looked at Marquis of Taining Chen Ying and spoke indifferently.
"Don't worry, emperor, this official will not disappoint your majesty!”
When Marquis Taining Chen Ying heard Zhu Qizhen's words, he hurriedly bowed and respectfully called out.
Zhu Qizhen nodded slightly, and then looked at Xuan Jian." You will temporarily stay in the Xuan Manor to protect Marquis Taining's safety.”
"Your subordinate will obey!"
When Xuan Jian heard that, he directly knelt down on one knee and respectfully acknowledged Zhu Qizhen's order.
" Alright, get up." Zhu Qizhen glanced at the two of them, then turned to Meng Tian, Fan Zhong, and the other generals. He ordered," Order the entire army to move out!”
"His Majesty has decreed that the entire army set off!"
Upon hearing Zhu Qizhen's words, Meng Tian immediately raised the spear in her hand and turned around, shouting loudly.
"Kill them!"
"Kill them!"
"Kill them!"
“……”
Immediately after, the 200,000 strong army shouted in unison, their voices shaking the surroundings!
Seeing this, Zhu Qizhen nodded his head in satisfaction. He pressed his horse's belly and headed in the direction of Da Tong.
Behind Zhu Qi Zhen, Tian Yan and Yuan Bin also followed without hesitation when they saw this.
Following that, Meng Tian, Fan Zhong, Chen Wenrong, and the other generals led their troops and headed towards Da Tong.
The orderly stomping of the 200,000-strong army shook the hearts of everyone who stayed behind in the Xuan Manor.
"Farewell, Your Majesty! I wish Your Majesty victory and a triumphant return!”
"Farewell, Your Majesty! I wish Your Majesty victory and a triumphant return!”
“……”
Soon after, under the lead of Marquis Taining Chen Ying, the remaining people all knelt down in the direction the army had left and shouted loudly!
……
A few days later, Zhu Qizhen, Meng Tian, Chen Wenrong, and the other generals led 200,000 troops and finally arrived outside Da Tong Prefecture.
"Greetings, Your Majesty!"
Outside Da Tong Prefecture, Zhao Gao led a group of Da Tong generals. When they saw Zhu Qizhen arrive, they quickly knelt on the ground and bowed respectfully.
Looking at the uneven ranks of Datong generals, Zhu Qizhen raised his eyebrows slightly and said indifferently,""Rise!"
"Thank you, Your Majesty!"
Hearing Zhu Qizhen's words, everyone hurriedly thanked him respectfully. Then, they stood up again and stood to the side solemnly.
Zhu Qizhen looked at Zhao Gao and asked,""How is the situation in the Prefecture of Datong?”
Hearing Zhu Qizhen's question, Zhao Gao hurriedly bowed and respectfully said,""Your Majesty, although there have been some fluctuations in Datong Prefecture, it is fortunate that Your Majesty made a prompt decision and allowed me to lead my subordinates to rush over first. The situation in Datong has now stabilized.”
" You've done well." Zhu Qizhen nodded slightly and said indifferently," Although I already understand some of the situation in the report, you still have to tell me the details later.”
"This subject obeys the decree!"
" Master!" Zhao Gao said respectfully.
Zhu Qizhen nodded slightly and looked at the people behind him." Meng Tian, Fan Zhong, you two lead the army and set up camp outside the city. Chen Wenrong brought his personal guards and followed Zhen into Datong Prefecture.”
"I will obey!"
When Meng Tian and the other two heard this, they quickly responded respectfully.
Following that, Zhu Qizhen's group headed toward the Datong General's Residence under Zhao Gao's lead.
Before long, everyone had already entered the residence of the Datong Guardian General.
Zhu Qizhen sat down on the main seat and scanned the crowd. He then looked at Zhao Gao and said," Now, tell me in detail what happened in Datong Prefecture."”
"This subject obeys the decree!"
Zhao Gao replied respectfully and then told him about the recent events in Datong Prefecture.
"A few days ago, after interrogating the Dayuan Prince Huo Du in the Xuan Manor, we received intelligence about Da Tong. Following that, I was ordered by His Majesty to bring my men to Da Tong.”
"Coincidentally, we encountered a Dayuan assassin. Under the command of Li Rang, the eunuch in charge of the army, Guo Jinghe, he infiltrated the general's residence and attempted to assassinate General Guo Deng. I immediately brought my subordinates to join the battle and killed a portion of the assassins. However, there were still a few who escaped.”
"In addition, the Datong garrison general Guo Deng was already stabbed by an assassin before I arrived. Although his life is not in danger, he has fallen into a coma due to serious injuries and is temporarily unable to handle the Datong military.”
"This subject acted according to His Majesty's decree and ordered people to take down Guo Jing, Li Rang, and the other traitors. With the assistance of General Guo Deng's adopted son, Guo Song, I temporarily took control of the Datong garrison. Due to the tense situation, I was unable to welcome Your Majesty. Please forgive me, Your Majesty!”
Zhu Qizhen smiled when he heard this." Minister Zhao, when Datong was in danger, you turned the tide and caused the enemy's scheme to fail. What crime do you have? Not only is he innocent, but he has also rendered meritorious service!"
"Thank you, Your Majesty!"
Zhao Gao hurriedly thanked Zhu Qizhen after hearing his words.
Zhu Qizhen nodded slightly and asked,"Guo Jing, Li Rang, and the other traitors, how did you deal with them? Also, who is Guo Song?"
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