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

Chapter 48: % Sure
Ling Yu actually didn't know that the white-bearded old man in his family who liked to brag about himself and criticize current affairs had such a glorious and great resume.

She didn't even know her master's real name, she only knew that he called himself Yushan Jushi.

After all, she was a girl, and it was inconvenient for her to take the imperial examination. When she went down the mountain, her master asked her to go to the capital to find someone and bring a letter to him who could help her.

If it were Mingchen, he might have opened the letter and read it secretly as soon as he left.

But Ling Yu certainly wouldn't do that.

Even when she went to Feng Xiaozhong's house to find him yesterday and was dragged to the Prince's house by him today, she was still a little confused.

It wasn't until the other party changed the topic to her that she came to her senses.

what?
Hou Buchen’s disciple?

Me?

"My name is Ling Yu, nice to meet your highness."

She bowed and spoke to Xiao Zhengyang.

When facing the second most noble person in the world, he can still maintain his dignity and be neither humble nor arrogant.

This world places too much emphasis on reputation and family background.

The name Hou Buchen is very famous.

If Ling Yu revealed this matter, not to mention passing the imperial examination, even now it would be no problem for her to command tens of thousands of troops.

Mingchen didn't expect that Sister Dai had such a strong background.

"Ling Yu? Are you really General Hou's disciple?"

Xiao Zhengyang's whole body trembled violently, his eyes widened, and he looked at the cold and stern young man in front of him, his voice suddenly rising.

Could it be that... Qian Yuan really has divine help?
Hou Buchen came seventy years ago.

Seventy years later, Qianyuan was in crisis, and an unknown strange man came last night.

Today, this disciple of the God of War is here again.

Happiness comes too suddenly.

The problems that had troubled him for a long time seemed to suddenly have many solutions.

He was a little dazed.

"Um... Your Highness, I don't actually know my master's name."

how to say?

Ling Yu's mood was also a little complicated.

On the one hand, I was shocked by the achievements of my master.

On the other hand, she felt like she had lost herself because of her master's reputation.

Xiao Zhengyang asked anxiously, "Excuse me, sir, where is General Hou now? Is he in good health? Can he come out to take charge of the situation and help Qianyuan overcome this difficult time?"

Although I discussed peace talks with that mysterious gentleman last night.

But it is always a humiliating and worst option.

Give land and give sister.

If the God of War were still alive, who would negotiate peace and surrender?
Beilie Lao Zhao was beaten so badly that his mother didn’t even recognize him!

Ling Yu frowned when he heard this: "Your Highness, my master has retired to the mountains and forests and no longer cares about worldly affairs."

She came down the mountain just for her own long-cherished wish. Her master was already old, how could he still go to the battlefield?

She missed sitting around the campfire with Mingchen, drinking and chatting.

Free and unrestrained, without any scruples.

The main focus of Mingchen's conversation was always the two of them, with no other factors involved.

Unlike now, every word and every detail refers to her as her master.

Her identity is not Ling Yu, but the disciple of the God of War.

"Um... sorry, sorry, I'm so abrupt."

Hearing Ling Yu's cold tone, Xiao Zhengyang came to his senses.

If Hou Buchen were still alive, he would probably be over a hundred years old. It would be really difficult to let such an old general go to the battlefield.

As a distinguished prince, he apologized directly: "It is true that the situation in Qianyuan is urgent. I was too anxious and was disrespectful to you. I hope you will forgive me."

All the way I heard Mingchen talking about how despicable those in power were, but now it seems a little different.

"I am just a commoner, I don't deserve this. Your Highness, you are too kind."

If Mingchen were here, his blood pressure would immediately rise when he saw Sister Dai's behavior.

Anyone can see your emotions, you can't be an official like this. This place really isn't suitable for her.

It’s a good thing that Xiao Zhengyang has a good temper.

This is what great talents should do.

In a sense, Xiao Zhengyang really fell in love with Ling Yu.

This is much better than those good-for-nothings in the court who only know how to flatter and fight for power.

As a second choice, Xiao Zhengyang said to Ling Yu, "Sir, you are a man of great talent, and you deserve it! Sir, are you coming out of seclusion because of the crisis facing Qianyuan?"

"Sir, can you lead the troops to help Daqian resolve this dilemma?"

When Xiao Zhengyang heard that Hou Buchen would not come out, he was actually a little disappointed.

Compared to the nameless Ling Yu, the legendary Hou Buchen is obviously more reassuring.

So what if he was a disciple of the God of War? Warfare demands too high a level of personal aptitude and spirituality.

It doesn't mean that you will achieve something just because you come from a famous school.

The God of War can save a collapsing building, but his disciples may not be able to do so.

The army is the most realistic place.

Glory and fame are earned bit by bit, not inherited.

If you really have the ability, then prove yourself through wars!

However, Ling Yu's starting point is much higher than others after all, so he deserves preferential treatment.

"Your Highness, Yu is here for this very purpose."

"I have come to participate in the military examination and serve my country. I am willing to use my sword to repel the countless enemies of Liebei."

When it comes to business, it’s business.

Ling Yu restrained his emotions, his eyes full of determination as he spoke to the prince.

When she first met Mingchen, Mingchen said it was too late for her.

Now it seems that the magical younger brother seemed to have miscalculated after all.

"Okay! Okay! Okay!"

Xiao Zhengyang seemed to have his blood boiling when he heard this. He said "OK" three times in a row, his face a little excited.

But, it's just a performance.

What he was thinking was the exact opposite.

He knew the current situation in Qianyuan, which was even more dangerous than seventy years ago.

Seventy years ago, at least the monarch at that time was a wise ruler, and at least he could give Hou Bushen unconditional support in the court.

There were barely enough soldiers and food.

But now Qianyuan has been severely damaged and can no longer provide such good resources.

Make bricks without straw.

Moreover, can Ling Yu, this disciple, really catch up with her master? This is also questionable.

According to Xiao Zhengyang's perspective on people, the mysterious gentleman from last night possessed higher talents than the disciple of the God of War today.

The other side is not optimistic about this war, can they really win?

Should this disciple of the God of War really take the risk, or should we be on the safe side and let that gentleman go directly as an envoy to negotiate peace?
"Sir, may I ask what our chances of winning are?"

The prince's question is a bit unprofessional.

But he hoped Ling Yu could say a few words to impress him.

Ling Yu pondered for a moment after hearing this, and then said, "Your Highness, in war, it's impossible to tell whether you've won or lost until the very last moment."

"Yu has never been to the battlefield and doesn't know the situation, so I can't give you any guarantees."

"But if I put on the armor and go into battle, I will give it my all. If I can meet my requirements, I will have a fifty percent chance of success."

In fact, she lied.

Mingchen told her that deception is acceptable in order to win in the military, and the same applies to other things.

She actually wasn't even a little bit sure.

However, she needed this opportunity. She would not give up and she must go to the battlefield.

She had to do something. She couldn't allow herself to watch the ending Mingchen described happen.

(End of this chapter)