As an official, what's wrong with raising a few monsters?

Chapter 148: Pointing to the Jiangshan Mountains and Commanding the Fangs

"Don't practice this spell yet. Wait for your brother to study it."

The Nine Methods of Controlling Ghosts sound eerie and have many side effects.

Mingchen didn't want his wooden child to become like Tong Wuchang, neither human nor ghost.

"Oh."

The child nodded obediently while holding the small cube of bones.

She has always been very obedient.

The grass debris stuck to the child's hair drifted away in the wind, dancing like fireflies in the sunset glow.

"Sir, how long will it take us to get here?"

Shushu was carrying a small package on his back, his little eyes darting around, looking around, seeming a little anxious.

It was so small that the guards crushed it into a pancake without paying attention.

Mingchen shook his head: "Don't worry, don't worry, it's time to take a break."

Upon hearing this, Shushu tightened his claws.

Shushu seems like the pure scholar or scientist from his previous life...

It needs a stable environment to conduct its research and experiments. This is what it loves, and it can't stop working and forget about food and sleep.

Shushu has little fighting ability, so Mingchen naturally won't keep it in Beijing.

The pitch-black cat sat aside, gently scratching the wooden pole of Laogui's military flag, its tail wagging, and its strange-colored eyes showing some curiosity about the unfamiliar environment.

This is also Maomao's first time leaving Beijing.

Mingchen brought his whole family with him this time.

"Master Ming, I am deeply grateful for saving my life."

at this time,

A heroic general with a pale face walked over, his empty right sleeve rustling in the night wind. He had a serious expression, and although he only had one arm left, he still bowed to Mingchen.

Mingchen is young and has a dissolute temperament, but he does not dare to underestimate the other party.

He had of course heard of Mingchen's legend, and the late emperor had also privately instructed him to obey the orders of this overly young man.

But when he saw with his own eyes how he used his magical skills to deal with the monster that was neither human nor ghost, he couldn't help but be shocked.

What he saw and heard in one day completely overturned his three views.

"Please accept Xiao Ling's greeting."

He had fainted due to excessive blood loss from a broken arm, and Fuyao cast a spell to save him.

I came here in a hurry after waking up.

Mingchen not only saved his life, but also saved Xiao Xinyue, fulfilled His Majesty's instructions, and saved Qianyuan's future.

Otherwise, he would not be able to face Your Majesty even after his death.

It was only natural for him to come and thank Mingchen.

“You’re welcome~”

"General Xiao, we are comrades on the same warship. I am late. I hope you will forgive me."

Mingchen waved his hand and returned the greeting.

Although the general in front of him had a broken arm and looked unwell, his eyes were sharp, capable, loyal and heroic, and his temperament was as upright and resolute as a pine tree.

He is a brave general.

There were also several civil officials accompanying him.

During the five hundred years of the Qianyuan period, the court was rotten to the core due to the web of power.

Under such conditions, Xiao Zhengyang was able to find such a team for Xiao Xinyue, which can be said to be his best effort.

Unfortunately, he suffered losses in his life because he did not trust these strange and unconventional methods.

He was killed and cursed during his lifetime, and his plan after death almost capsized in the gutter.

He had previously told Mingchen that if he had time, he could go and coordinate the various states, and there was no need to go to pick up Xiao Xinyue. The elite guards he arranged would safely take her out of the city to meet Mingchen.

Fortunately, Mingchen noticed something was wrong and went there in person.

Xiao Ling shook his head: "The world is unpredictable, how can anyone predict everything? Master Ming has saved the day, how dare Ling blame you, Master?"

Mingchen just smiled and bowed.

Xiao Ling glanced around and then said to Mingchen, "Master Ming, are you free? His Highness wants to see you."

Mingchen nodded and extended his hand, "Please!"

Xiao Xinyue must be looking for him.

This didn't surprise him.

……

The guards protected the most important king.

When Xiao Ling and Ming Chen came to Xiao Xinyue's place, another middle-aged man in a yellow shirt had already arrived. The two were discussing matters while looking at a map.

Feng Xiaozhong, former Minister of Rites.

Xiao Zhengyang is the most loyal of his own people. This time the capital is in chaos and the traitor has seized power.

Xiao Zhengyang had discussed this with him long ago. Since his family members had already been transferred out of the capital, he would naturally leave with them.

"Master Ming is here. It's not easy to see you..."

Feng Xiaozhong looked at the two people coming, his eyes focused on Mingchen. There seemed to be some resentment in his eyes, and his tone was inexplicable.

"Um... Lord Feng, how are you?"

Mingchen curled the corners of his mouth and gave him a dry laugh, feeling a little guilty when he was looked at by him.

After all, Mingchen's official position was Minister of Rites, and in a sense, he was still Feng Xiaozhong's subordinate.

But this lazy fellow never did any work, but just enjoyed the reputation and status of a high official, and even indulged in some corruption when he had nothing to do. Feng Xiaozhong's job as a minister was even worse than when he was a minister.

This was even his first private meeting with Feng Xiaozhong.

"Master Ming, we are leaving the capital to support the imperial family. We hope that Master Ming will do us a good job in the future."

Feng Xiaozhong's vision was actually somewhat limited. He didn't understand why Xiao Zhengyang didn't keep them in the capital to fight and compete with Dong Zhenghong and others.

Instead, he gave up the capital and embarked on such a more elusive path.

However, since it was Xiao Zhengyang's decision, he would definitely obey it.

He couldn't see through the young man Mingchen, but he believed in His Majesty's judgment.

Mingchen cupped his hands and said, "I am just an ordinary scholar. This grand goal requires the joint efforts of everyone."

Everyone exchanged brief greetings.

Xiao Xinyue said to Mingchen, "Mingchen, let's discuss what to do in the future..."

Mingchen is the youngest here, but everyone is waiting for him to speak.

Mingchen looked at everyone and nodded slightly: "Everyone, the small details are unpredictable, but we need to have a plan for the overall strategy."

"First we need to determine who our enemy is."

"Now the thief Dong controls the royal family and the capital, and has established a new king. He is our sworn enemy and is our most serious enemy."

"The Northern Lie, our sworn enemy, are currently constructing water conservancy projects to build momentum. Once the channel is complete, they will undoubtedly take action. Our dynasty's unification project faces a long road ahead, and the slightest negligence could lead to eternal destruction. They are an enemy we must guard against."

"The Blood-Cloaked Army has already established a nation, splitting the land and crowning themselves kings. However, their main target is still the Qianyuan thief Dong's forces in the capital. They are our secondary enemy, but also an ally we can temporarily strive for."

"Although the Xiongnu in the west are not a powerful force, they often harass our western border. We need to deploy troops to defend them and, if necessary, send troops to suppress them."

"The Southern Nations will be held back by the Blood-Cloaked Army, so there's no need to worry for now."

"In terms of enemy strategy, Chen believes that we need to temporarily unite with the Blood Clothes Army and send them north to eliminate the Dong thief and the old court officials, eradicating the root of the dynasty's corruption. At the same time, we need to hold on to the southwest, recuperate, and accumulate military strength to prevent an attack from the Northern Lie."

When it's time to show your talents and abilities, you can't make casual jokes.

That will only cover up your own light.

When things were serious, Mingchen stood in front of people and talked freely, all his frivolousness gone, his eyes shining, he pointed out the world and made speeches with great vigor.

The pearl wiped off the dust on its surface and began to sparkle.

Reputation is just reputation, and orders from superiors are just orders from superiors.

Everyone has a soul, and everyone can see for themselves a person's true value and ability.

Otherwise, why should everyone obey you?
At this moment, everyone is gradually understanding why Xiao Zhengyang values this excessively young man so much.

"United with the Blood-Cloaked Army?"

Feng Xiaozhong frowned slightly when he heard this.

He is from Kyoto and has been an official until now. He is loyal to the emperor and is not corrupt.

But the Blood-Clothed Army was not a good name for the people in the capital. These people were crazy rebels who burned, killed, looted, and committed all kinds of evil.

Dividing the land and making oneself a king is a great rebellion.

Now they want to unite such a group of people to realize their wish.

This was a little hard for Feng Xiaozhong to accept.

When Xiao Zhengyang and Xiao Xinyue were talking, they commented that he was a bit pedantic, which was correct.

However, although Feng Xiaozhong felt uncomfortable, when he thought carefully about Mingchen's words, he seemed unable to refute them.

Mingchen spoke in a very organized manner, analyzing the roots of all the enemies they were facing now in a clear and layered manner.

The Kyoto controlled by Dong Zhenghong has established a new king, who is naturally hostile to them for supporting Xiao Xinyue. One of them will inevitably disappear, so he is their main enemy at the moment.

In comparison, the Blood-Clothed Army is actually second to none.

It is always correct to unite with secondary contradictions and attack the main contradiction.

He turned to Mingchen and asked, "How can we unite with the Blood Robe Army? How can we make them abandon us and attack the Dong thief in the north?"

The Blood-Clothed Army is not so easy to deal with. They and Kyoto are both enemies of the Blood-Clothed Army.

The three powers are in a stalemate, and no one wants the other party to sit on the sidelines and watch the fight.

It is easier said than done.

Mingchen pointed at himself and said, "Lobbying."

He pointed to the map again: "Add local planning."

Facing the young man's confident and high-spirited eyes, Feng Xiaozhong was stunned.

Then he came to his senses and suddenly remembered that this extraordinary genius had snatched half of the state's land from the Northern Emperor and caused the two kings to fight with each other.

No matter how unbelievable his words sounded, one had to show some respect to the name 'Mingchen'.

After all, he did many incredible things.

"Next, let's talk about our forces and friends."

Mingchen pointed at the map and said, "Qingzhou, this prefecture is of great significance to us. I have already discussed this with Your Majesty. The prefecture of Qingzhou should have raised its flag in support of Your Majesty by now."

"Radiating from Qingzhou to the surrounding areas, Pengzhou, Lingzhou... all have room for operation."

"And the South..."

"The 200,000 rebel-suppressing troops led by General Ling are no longer rebel-suppressing troops. They are now our army and our most important military force."

Thinking of his silly sister, Mingchen couldn't help but curl up the corners of his lips and smile.

Sister, my foolish brother is coming~
I wonder if you miss me, your foolish brother?
A short separation is better than a new marriage...

The little head seems to want to control the big head.

Several people listened carefully to Mingchen's plan, but they didn't expect that this unlucky guy had slipped away to somewhere else.

(End of this chapter)