My older brother said I'm invincible.

Chapter 258 Eagle Dog
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With a cry of an eagle, many fierce eagles were seen hovering in the air, making various movements. After hovering several times, they swooped down and finally landed on the falconer's arm.

Outside the main hall stood dozens of falconers, all displaying their full abilities and showcasing the unique skills of their eagles.

Yang Guang, dressed in military attire, looked at the various birds of prey with a broad smile, his eyes filled with delight.

Several of his close ministers stood to his left and right, chatting and laughing.

Yang Guang was overjoyed. "Keep the largest bird of prey for me. From now on, let it accompany me on hunting trips!"

Pei Yun stood beside him, listening to Yang Guang's words, and immediately said, "Your Majesty, the country has countless fierce generals, just like these birds of prey. Whether Your Majesty goes hunting or on expeditions in the future, you will surely reap great rewards."

Yang Guang laughed and looked at Yuwen Shu on his left. He was about to speak to his number one 'raptor' when he found Yuwen Shu with a stern face, not saying a word, looking sullen.

If it were anyone else, daring to disturb Yang Guang's interest, Yang Guang would surely punish them. But this was Yuwen Shu, a famous general who had just pacified the northwest for him. Yang Guang loved him very much at this moment, just as he had loved Li Yuan when Li Yuan first gave him the horse. Therefore, he did not care about the other party's rudeness at all and asked with a smile, "Why are you so unhappy?"

Yuwen Shu then awoke with a start and hurriedly said, "Your Majesty, please punish me."

"Oh, how could I punish you? I'm just curious, what has made my great general so gloomy?"

Yuwen Shu frowned and said angrily, "This is my private matter."

"Oh?"

“My father’s death anniversary is approaching. Yesterday, I sent my son to his aunt’s house to invite my sister to come to our home to help with the memorial service. But to my surprise, my son couldn’t even get through the door!”

Yang Guang suddenly understood. He smiled and said, "Don't be angry, my lord. We're all family. There's always a way to resolve this. If all else fails, I'll step in and make sure you're reconciled."

Yuwen Shu paused, thinking, "As expected, my nephew didn't lie to me. Judging from the Emperor's expression, he clearly doesn't want to help me suppress Li Hun. In the future, he might really use Li Hun to annoy me."

Yuwen Shu remained furious, cursing, "I have no intention of making peace with this scoundrel. He spends all his time at home with his cronies, and he won't even see me. What has my child done wrong? He won't even see him. He's unworthy to be an elder!"

Yuwen Shu continued to curse, but Yang Guang just listened with a smile. He quite liked Yuwen Shu's straightforward nature. He felt that Yuwen Shu was simple-minded, honest, and a trustworthy minister.

Yang Guang was about to offer some words of advice when he suddenly narrowed his eyes.

"Who does he usually associate with?"

Yuwen Shu was taken aback, pondered for a moment, and then said, "I heard it's with Li Min, Li Shanheng, and other members of the clan. I'm not really sure, but I heard they're always together day and night, never leaving the house. I don't know what they're up to! Anyway, it's not good. It's either corruption or framing! Humph!"

Yuwen Shu seemed to speak casually, but Yang Guang's expression turned somewhat gloomy.

Yang Guang remained there, watching the eagles, but he was clearly no longer as excited as before. After watching for a while, he ordered them to leave.

As Yang Guang led Yuwen Shu back, he suddenly said, "This Li Hun has not come to see me for a long time. In the previous court meetings, he remained silent and always stood at the back. I don't know what he is doing. I ask the Duke to send a reliable person to check on his behavior at home."

Yuwen Shu quickly agreed.

After sending Yang Guang back, Yuwen Shu hurriedly returned to his residence and summoned a famous general from the country.

The newcomer was a valiant general. He was quite imposing, tall and strong, with sharp eyes. When he arrived in front of Yuwen Shu, he quickly bowed and paid his respects.

This man is called Pei Renji.

Although his surname was Pei, he was not a southerner; he was from Hedong and came from a noble family. In his youth, he served as a bodyguard for Yang Jian alongside Li Yuan. Later, he made contributions during the conquest of Chen and became a bodyguard for Yang Liang, the Prince of Han. When Yang Liang rebelled, he did his best to dissuade him and was not punished afterward, even gaining the trust of Yang Guang.

He served as a Tiger-like General and made many contributions in the war in the Northwest under the command of Yuwen Shu.

Yuwen Shu narrowed his eyes as he looked at Pei Renji in front of him.

If such a matter were handled by one of his trusted confidants, even if the emperor had doubts, he would likely send someone to investigate further and would not allow the emperor to interfere. Pei Renji was a good example. Firstly, the emperor trusted him greatly and often told him that the man was very loyal. Secondly, the emperor had been kind to him and had taken good care of him during the previous war. Pei Renji would obey any orders the emperor gave him.
"Meet the General!"

"Hey, this isn't a military camp, there's no need to call it that."

"Duke!" Yuwen Shu gestured for Pei Renji to sit down. Pei Renji strode over and sat down beside him. Yuwen Shu narrowed his eyes, pondered for a moment, and then asked, "You have made many contributions in this war. I think you will be promoted."

"It is all thanks to the Duke's patronage that I am deeply grateful!"

"Hehe, your martial arts skills are outstanding, and you are quite brave in battle. You deserve it all."

Yuwen Shu said something, then frowned, “I don’t want to take advantage of your kindness, nor do I want to make things difficult for you. Right now, I have a very important matter to attend to, but unfortunately, I can’t find a suitable person. I’d like you to do it, but this matter is risky and not entirely aboveboard. I don’t know if you’re willing.”

"My subordinate is willing!"

"Don't rush to agree. This matter is of great importance. I can't tell you until you agree. If you're unwilling, I won't blame you. Just have some wine and leave, pretending you know nothing. I won't resent you for this. If there's a war in the future, I'll still use you."

"But if you're willing to help, I'll help you get an even higher official position."

Without the slightest hesitation, Pei Renji immediately said, "I am where I am today because of the General's care. How could I dare to break my promise? Just give the order, General!"

Yuwen Shu laughed. "His Majesty has ordered me to find someone to thoroughly investigate Duke Shen, Li Hun."

“Li Hun is a cunning and vicious man. I want to use this opportunity to get rid of him. Therefore, I want you to investigate Li Hun and then inform the Emperor of his plot to rebel.”

Pei Renji's hands trembled slightly, but he still said without hesitation, "Please tell me, General, what should I do!"

Yuwen Shu was overjoyed, and then had someone pour wine for the other party, and began to speak to him in a very intimate manner.

"You should send someone to Li Hun's side first."

"Your Majesty!! Your subject, Pei Renji, wishes to accuse Duke Shen, Li Hun, of treason!!"

Pei Renji knelt before Yang Guang and spoke loudly.

Yang Guang suddenly stood up, his eyes filled with a fierce light. He stared at Pei Renji and asked, "Treason?"

“I led men to investigate secretly. We heard from the children of Li Hun’s family that Li Hun often gathered the children of his clan and talked to them about raising an army to rebel. After the nursery rhyme came out, Li Hun was even more happy and said to his attendants: This time, with Li Yuan protecting us from disaster, it is clear that the mandate of heaven is on our side.”

"I have also discovered that he purchased several large mansions outside the city, where he hid many weapons and had his family members secretly gather assassins!"

Yang Guang's eyes widened; he was furious beyond measure.

Yuwen Shu, standing to the side, was also somewhat bewildered at this moment.

He turned to look at Yang Guang, and in fright, he knelt down on the ground, crying out, "Your Majesty!! I really didn't know about this!!"

Yang Guang was initially quite angry, but upon seeing Yuwen Shu's appearance, he was surprised and helped Yuwen Shu up, asking, "What are you doing, Qing?"

“Li Hun has rebelled! This is a crime punishable by the extermination of his entire clan! I am related to him!”

Yang Guang was so angry he laughed. He said helplessly, "Would I punish you for Li Hun's crimes? If it weren't for you, I would have been fooled by this villain!"

"Because of this villain, I even wrongly accused the Duke of Tang!"

"That is my brother, yet I..."

"Ugh!!"

Yang Guang clapped his hands, looking somewhat annoyed. He grabbed Yuwen Shu and pulled him up, exclaiming, "General Yuwen!"

"Chen is here!"

"You will take a thousand guards and rush to Li Hun's residence immediately to capture all those rebels! Do not let a single one escape!"

“Here!!!”

(End of this chapter)