Transcending the Rural Life: The Healer's Space is Igniting the World!

Chapter 531 Hun Night Raid
Huai Gu Jun pursed his lips. He had no idea that the old general would come. He thought of all his comrades-in-arms from his previous life, but he never expected it to be the general.

"It's not his fault. He probably doesn't know when I died in my previous life, right?"

Yang Jinfan nodded. He really didn't know, since she hadn't told him.

"So what are your plans next?"

Although they are all in the same family in private, they still stand on different sides in public. Are they going to continue fighting and fight to the death?

“Continuing to fight is definitely not realistic. We come from a peaceful and harmonious society. The most important thing right now is to let them know that there is no benefit in continuing to fight. In fact, the ruler of Kunyu Kingdom is not a pro-war faction. Kunyu Kingdom is a small country and originally only maintained a peaceful relationship with Beifeng Kingdom.”

"However, some people in the Northern Wind Kingdom want to cause trouble, and most of the surrounding small countries have been instigated to form alliances, even the Xiongnu have joined in. The king can no longer sit still. If small countries like the Kunyu Kingdom do not make a statement, they will probably only be annexed."

Are they trying to cause trouble?
"Could they be a group of guys who know some kind of evil witchcraft?"

Yang Xiaotuo remained noncommittal, carefully considering their attire, "More than that."

Yang Jinfan frowned. The Northern Wind Kingdom appeared to be unified, but in reality, its internal affairs were in disarray. If someone wanted to work together from within and without to tear apart the corrupt government and seize power, it was not impossible.

The imperial court was in ruins, its roots rotten for a long time.

"I guess the internal affairs of the Northern Wind Kingdom won't last much longer, will they?"

Yang Xiaotuo looked at Huai Gujun, not asking, but affirming.

Huai Gujun shook his head regretfully. He had thought that if Emperor Jingde was willing to repent and once again focus on the country and its people, restoring peace to the Beifeng Kingdom, he might consider not killing him.

"My spies have sent word that the Emperor of Beifeng has torn up my memorial requesting military supplies. He is determined to trap the Yanbei army in Yanbei. Moreover, he has become suspicious of me and does not intend to let me return alive."

He didn't want the soldiers on the border to live, but he felt that this would preserve his throne. He didn't know if his left and right hemispheres would fight each other when he slept at night.

Without the protection of the border, even if he had an invincible shield, he would be riddled with holes!

"Why didn't you tell me that the army wasn't getting enough rations?"

Yang Jinfan was puzzled. They kept in touch with the little Qilin every day. If they didn't have enough food, they could directly ask the court to train people to put pressure on Emperor Jingde.

If the pressure is high enough, he won't dare not give it to them.

Huai Gu Jun smiled helplessly: "A Fan, you just returned from suppressing the rebellion in Shu and haven't had a chance to rest. If you continue to manage the affairs of Yanbei without stopping, even an iron man would break down. Besides, as far as I know, Emperor Jingde probably won't appreciate your efforts!"

Yang Jinfan pursed his lips, unsure whether to call him clever or to say that Emperor Jingde's style was too crude and simplistic, something anyone could guess.

"Yes, yesterday Qi Lang and I returned to the capital in triumph, but we were told that we were not allowed to enter. Later, I forced my way in, and this morning I was thrown into the imperial prison because my words were too harsh."

"Did you swear?"

Huai Gujun expressed his incomprehension, saying that given Emperor Jingde's previous attitude towards A Fan, even if she wanted to swear on the spot, Emperor Jingde would probably think that she was just being herself.

I'm curious, just how vulgar were the insults? "It's worse than just swearing; it reveals that Brother Yao knows kung fu."

"So you were arrested for deceiving the emperor?"

"More or less, but it's not just this one thing. It might just be the last straw that broke the camel's back. Yao questioned Emperor Jingde about setting fire to the Cold Palace back then, which must have stirred up some bad memories for Emperor Jingde. In a fit of anger, he ordered that Yao, me, and Lord Qi and Lord Fan, who spoke up for him, all be thrown into the imperial prison."

"Has he really gone mad?"

Good heavens, I've never seen anyone cut off their own arm so decisively!

Yang Jinfan shrugged. Perhaps he had gone mad, perhaps he had listened to the slander of petty people, or perhaps he really had murderous intent.

Who knows?

Yang Xiaotuo pieced together the main information from their conversation and coldly said, "If all else fails, let's just turn things around."

Yang Jinfan and Huai Gujun looked at him in shock, as if they couldn't believe their ears. Sure enough, the older generation still held authority, saying that rebelling was as easy as drinking water.

"Grandpa, aren't we... peace-loving?"

Yang Xiaotuo realized that what he had just said was somewhat contradictory, and coughed awkwardly.

“What I mean is, even if we advocate peace, we can’t let such a selfish person stay in a high position forever! We should bring him down first. When there’s no leader, you can stand up to uphold justice. At that time, we won’t even need to lift a finger; the people’s hearts and minds will naturally turn in our favor.”

Actually, he felt that in modern times, due to the national situation, the leadership could not completely relinquish power to the army, and they would be somewhat restrained in battle. But this era is different. If he had 300,000 troops under his command, he would most likely not be as timid as this kid, and the dynasty would probably have changed hands by now.

"Theoretically, there's no problem, but the reality is a bit complicated. Taking the life of an insignificant emperor is easy, but solving the murder cases related to him is not easy. Besides, we're not the only ones eyeing his head, so it's best if we don't act rashly."

Yang Jinfan made a decision: "Here's what we'll do, Brother Jun. The Six Ministries probably won't be able to deduct any silver. We still need to be prepared for war at any time. Tonight, you escaped from the Xiongnu camp, which is a slap in the face to Helian Zhaoxin. Not long ago, you kidnapped his daughter and stole two thousand of his warhorses. Helian Zhaoxin is vengeful and will definitely not let this go. I'll send someone to deliver a message to my senior sister, asking her to organize the secret transport of provisions to Yanbei. Stabilizing morale will increase our chances of victory. As for the rest, it's up to you."

Ever since it was predicted that the Northern Wind Kingdom would be ravaged by plague, Guihun Valley began to open up trade routes and stockpile food, water, and many daily necessities.

Although the amount of grain and fodder stockpiled cannot compare with the national treasury, it is still sufficient for emergencies.

"Yes! I'm sorry to trouble you, Aqin. You have to manage the business of Guihun Valley and the life and death of the Yanbei army. It must be very hard for you."

"Report! The Xiongnu are launching a night attack!"

The once dark night outside the tent was instantly illuminated by the firelight. The soldiers' steps were heavy and disorderly, and a sense of oppression surged like a tide. The three men remained calm. Huai Gujun quickly put on his armor, nodded slightly to the two men, and ran out of the tent.

Yang Jinfan beckoned the little Qilin to escort Yang Xiaotuo back, saying, "Grandpa, I'll trouble you to hold off the Kunyu Kingdom for now. The Kunyu Kingdom's ruler is a man of principle; it's not worth getting involved in the feud between the Xiongnu and the Central Plains."

"I know that you now have an opportunity, but you should think twice before you act and take care of yourself."

Yang Jinfan obediently nodded in agreement, watching the figures of the man and the beast disappear. After the little Qilin returned, he embarked on his return journey.

　Dear readers, Xiao Xing is back again!
　　If you're still here, feel free to leave a comment!
　　(End of this chapter)