Chapter 196.4
Su Yucheng nodded, and after Huiniang finished her instructions to Yao Cheng, the two of them quietly slipped out of the door.
They walked cautiously all the way and fortunately didnt encounter any incidents.
Now there were no more common people on the streets anymore, only some bandits and thieves taking advantage of the chaos. When they saw people wearing these clothes, they would avoid them. Su Yucheng and Yao Cheng only needed to avoid those engaged in conflict.
Corpses were scattered everywhere, creating a scene of devastation that made ones heart tremble. The journey from the outer city to the inner city had already made the two of them regret leaving home. The only thing that kept them going was the last trace of determination in their hearts.
Capture them, we found two suspicious individuals here!
Before Su Yucheng and Yao Cheng could react, they were surrounded by a group of people. These people were all dressed in messy clothes, but without exception, they all had a piece of red cloth tied around their necks. This was the mark used to identify whether they were rebels or not. Su Yucheng and Yao Cheng also carried a piece of red cloth, just in case.
We are not enemies. We have this too, Yao Cheng quickly explained.
The two of them hurriedly took out a piece of red cloth from their pockets, provoking laughter from the crowd. This laughter not only mocked the two for being timid but also ridiculed them for being rebels trying to disguise themselves as the loyalist forces just to save their lives. Nowadays, everyone knew that the loyalist troops never travelled in pairs. Even if there were any, there would be someone nearby soon to join them.
Using this method, they recognized many impostors and easily captured numerous rebel soldiers.
These two individuals were clearly stranded rebels!
Seeing the situation turning unfavourable, Su Yucheng remembered that the leader of the loyalist troops was none other than Jin Wang. Forgetting about saving face, he quickly revealed their true identity, stating that they were genuinely concerned about the safety of their sister who was the consort so they took the risk to come out despite the chaos.
Although the general had doubts, Su Yucheng and Yao Chengs words were convincing, so they were escorted to the presence of Jin Wang.
When they arrived in front of Jin Wang, Yaoniang was naturally there as well. Looking at her anxious and uneasy elder brother and brother-in-law, Yaoniang sighed helplessly and couldnt help being moved by their intentions.
Are mother, father, and Ming Geer all okay?
Su Yucheng hesitated and rubbed his hands. Theyre all fine, but I was worried about you. Even though she was still his younger sister, her sudden change in status made him feel at a loss. He didnt know how to ask her about why she had deceived their family.
In fact, Su Yucheng now understood his sisters intentions. If it werent for his own incompetence, his sister wouldnt have gone through such difficulties.
Alright, lets not talk about that now. Brother and brother-in-law, stay in the manor for now. His Highness has already sent someone to bring mother, father, and sister here. I should have had them brought here earlier to avoid being used by those with ill intentions. I just didnt expect that brother and brother-in-law would come here on your own.
Leaving that aside, on the other side, just as the people from Yao and Su Families were taken away, a group of people and horses arrived here.
In fact, it was only a matter of time before the rebels found the Yao and Su Families. At first, they didnt pay much attention and disdained using such despicable methods. But when people are pushed to the extreme, they do anything to survive.
Qianqing Palace.
Youre all useless! So many people couldnt even capture a small princes manor.
A general kneeling in front of Dai Wang explained, Your Highness, its not that we, the generals, are incapable. Its just that we didnt expect the enemy to have such a large force. They were hidden in the dark, and we couldnt defend against them. Some of them were even our own subordinates, suddenly turning against us and using persuasive words to confuse our men. Our soldiers are surrounded, not knowing who is the enemy and who is a friend.
Better to kill a thousand by mistake than let one go!
The generals face showed bitterness. It was easy to say those words, but it was difficult to carry them out.
Dai Wangs treasonous reputation had spread throughout the capital, which inevitably shook the morale of the army. With both armies in a standoff, the enemy hadnt even started fighting yet. All they said were words like, The rebels wont last long. You should abandon the darkness and join us to avoid bringing disaster to your entire clan and being shamed on by others. They used various words to confuse peoples hearts.
The morale on this side was low, while the morale on the other side was high. Despite the numerical advantage, the rebel army was on the verge of defeat. Some even abandoned their weapons and surrendered before the battle even started.
According to military law, those who retreat without fighting should be killed. However, killing one person would chill the hearts of others. With low morale, who else would be willing to sacrifice their lives?
As someone who had commanded troops before, Dai Wang naturally understood this principle. But now, he had been repeatedly defeated, shattering his usual calmness.
He ordered his men to threaten and bribe those stubborn old men, but they would rather die than submit. Two copies of the posthumous edict were still missing, and Xue Hedu, the Minister of War, died under severe torture. His plan to obtain the transfer order from the other side had also failed, so how could Dai Wang remain calm?
Have the troops from the Five Army Garrison entered the city?
The obstacles at the city gate have been cleared, and the troops from the Five Army Garrison can enter the city immediately.
Good, very good. Make them die, all of them, especially the people from Jin Wangs residence! Theres no need to search for the posthumous edict, the person most favoured by Father Emperor is him. Even if there is still a decree, it will be of no use.
Yes.
Several miles away from the capital city, a large number of troops are marching urgently.
These people were mostly infantry with a few cavalry. However, when the infantry marched urgently, they were not much slower than the cavalry.
They have been marching urgently for a long time, and the continuous two hours of urgent marching have exhausted everyones physical strength.
Stop! Rest here.
With the command, the order was passed backward, and the massive dragon-like formation immediately sat down. Those who needed water drank, and those who needed food replenished themselves, striving to restore their strength in a short time.
We are not far from the capital city now. There is a rebellion in the imperial capital. Although we are guards of the imperial mausoleum, we are also the soldiers of Dagan. We must protect our home, defend the country, and uphold the state.
Protect our home and defend the country, uphold the state!
Protect our home and defend the country, uphold the state!
A person who looked like a commander finished speaking and approached a general wearing armour.
The general was tall and had a resolute face. Although he appeared young, there were faint traces of white in his temples, and his face was covered in the dust of frost. His expression was somewhat desolate, with dry lips slightly pursed, his gaze fixed on the direction of the capital city, but it was unclear what he was looking at.
A scene appeared in the generals mind, a scene that had happened before he left the capital.
The night was already deep, and the vast palace was empty, with only him alone.
He couldnt sleep. There were a lot of things on his mind.
The door was suddenly pushed open, and that extraordinarily outstanding man appeared before him.
Father Emperor wishes to have you go guard the imperial mausoleum. Going there is also good. Going there will allow you the opportunity to properly think about your next steps. If possible, I hope you can take control of the imperial mausoleum guards because one day, I may have a use for it
Your Highness, you should also take a rest and have a drink of water.
The general took the water pouch, opened it, and poured water into his mouth, moistening his long-dried throat.
His voice was somewhat hoarse: Dont call me Your Highness. I am not Your Highness anymore.
The officer remained silent as the two of them silently gazed in the direction of the capital. After a while, the general suddenly stood up, Lets go, the capital is waiting for us.
Fifth brother, I am coming!
This time its your younger brothers turn to repay you!
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