Chapter 2616: A Brutal Blow
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A faint light could be seen coming from one of the barracks.
A young man clad in silver armor sat at a desk, on which lay a sword.
Yet in the young man's hands, he held an imperial edict.
When he finished reading, his sword-like eyebrows furrowed slightly. He sat there in silence, lost in thought, a contemplative look in his eyes.
"General Luò, what orders does the Emperor have for you" a deputy general inquired from beside him.
Luo Fengtang raised his head and glanced at the capable subordinate in front of him, then folded the imperial edict in his hand and placed it aside.
“The Emperor summoned me to return to court tomorrow for a discussion.” He spoke in a low voice.
The deputy general raised an eyebrow in surprise: "Could it be that trouble has erupted again in the north Do they want to call General back to discuss plans for a campaign"
Luò Fēng Táng said, "Your Majesty only asked me to return to the capital quickly and did not mention sending troops. Perhaps it was just to inquire."
The deputy general said, "General, our army is His Majesty's trump card! You've been training us day and night in these ravines for a year. What's the reason"
"Isn't it just to send our sharp blades out when the Northern War is at its peak, straight into the enemy's heart and drive those damn rebels from Liao back to the Northern desert!"
Luo Fengtang frowned and remained silent.
Over the past year, the Liao army has repeatedly harassed the borders of Great Qi. The people of Great Qi have been deeply troubled and suffered greatly.
The Emperor of Great Qi ruled the world with benevolence and righteousness. Having experienced war in his youth, he understood the suffering of the common people, so he would not fight unless absolutely necessary.
Thus, several envoys were dispatched to the Liao Dynasty in an attempt at negotiation.
However, the Liao Dynasty's attitude was extremely ambiguous. While it went through the motions of negotiation, it also sent small military detachments to harass civilians near the border.
Plundering the grain of the people in Great Qi, chickens, ducks, cattle and sheep.
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"Perhaps we are going to war," Luofeng Tang pondered for a moment before suddenly saying.
"That's great! I've been looking forward to this day for a long time, as have my brothers. We've all been waiting for this day to strike those rebellious troops of i Lng hard!" The deputy general said excitedly, his face flushed in the light.
Luo Fengtang nodded.
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As a soldier, safeguarding the nation is one's duty.
This year-long, utterly closed-off, devilishly intense training, the only belief was that on the day of leaving, they would thoroughly defeat the enemy army and defend their homeland.
Only by preserving this country can one fulfill one's own small family.
Embarking on a campaign was also what he had been looking forward to.
...Just....
He raised his head and gazed out the window at the night, thick as ink.
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Ten days ago, in his letter home, he had made such a firm promise to Qinger that he would definitely go back for the New Year.
Once this war begins, the date of its end is uncertain.
Moreover, as the head instructor of these elite soldiers, the possibility of him going into battle is extremely high.
From ancient times, loyalty and righteousness have been hard to balance. Another year is coming to an end, Qing'er, Baobei, Mama, Uncle...
I may disappoint you again...
Luofeng Tang set off for the capital in the middle of the night, accompanied only by a deputy general.
When the sky was just brightening, he arrived at the capital city and waited at the palace gate.
At this time, Emperor Qi had just climbed out of the warm bed of a certain concubine and was being served by a group of eunuchs and maids to wash up and prepare for the morning court.
While outside the Wumen, Luo Fengtang stood firm in the cold wind, gazing toward the direction of the palace, quietly waiting.
In the distance, a deputy general was excitedly waiting for the midday gate to open, leading two horses.
As time passed, officials gradually arrived for court.
Small sedan chairs creaked their way over, or else luxurious carriages rolled up.
One after another, they docked in the open space outside the door, waiting.
Luo Fengtang, at court, interacted with almost no one except the second prince Qi Xingchen, Minister Zhang Dahua from Huagai Hall, and Mu Zichuan.
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He adhered to his principles. He joined the army to defend his country, and that country naturally included his own family.
Promotion is to make oneself stronger and become a protective umbrella for one's spouse, children, and elders.
"Well, well, isn't this the renowned General Luofengtang"
Behind him, a man's voice came over.
Luo Fengtang turned around, and saw that the person who came was a middle-aged man in official robes. His face was flushed with alcohol, his lips were thick, but his eyes were small.
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As Luo Fengtang turned, the middle-aged man grinned. The smile gave Luo Fengtang the first impression that it was 'unfriendly'.
"I am Luo Fengtang. May I ask for your esteemed name, sir" Luo Fengtang clasped his hands in a gesture of respect and responded calmly with courtesy.
The middle-aged man, with his hands clasped behind his back, simply smiled without giving a direct answer.
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"It's still early in the day, General Luó is already waiting here. He must have traveled all night from Mount Xi, coming over by starlight" he asked again.
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Luo Fengtang had already released his fists, turned away, and continued to gaze at the door ahead.
The middle-aged man did not show any embarrassment or displeasure at Luo Fengtang's indifference. He walked slowly to Luo Fengtang's side.
"The Emperor summoned me urgently, it must be about affairs in the North. General Luo is young and capable, skilled in commanding troops."
“With General Luò present, our State Qi will surely prosper and thrive!”
After saying that, he cast a meaningful glance at Luofengtang.
Just then, the appointed hour arrived, and the Wumen slowly creaked open.
The middle-aged man turned and calmly entered the Noon Gate.
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Luo Fengtang stood in place, his brows slightly furrowed.
At that moment, someone else came up to him and patted him on the shoulder.
"Feng Tang, brother, you have been recalled as well" the arrival asked in surprise.
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Luo Fengtang saw at once that the visitor was Mu Zichuan.
"Well, I received an imperial edict last night. His Majesty asked me to return for the morning court, saying there was important business to discuss." Luo Fengtang answered truthfully.
Before Mu Zichuan, Luofeng Tang put down a lot of her defenses.
Múzi Chuān nodded. "Yes."
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When two countries clash, envoys should not be slain.
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"However, this time Da Liao beheaded the Qi envoy sent by Your Majesty to negotiate. This incident effectively declares the collapse of the peace talks," Mu Zichuan said.
“What” Luofengtang exclaimed in anger, “Is there such a thing”
Mù Zǐchuān nodded. "Yes, so Your Majesty was furious and urgently summoned all the ministers to discuss a plan. Today wasn't supposed to be a day for court..."
Luo Fengtang's brows furrowed deeper and deeper, his fists clenched tighter and tighter.
"It seems this battle is unavoidable. It's time to face them head-on and show them the might of our great Qi soldiers!" Luofengtang said in a deep voice.
Mu Zi Chuan nodded, his face also bearing the same anger.
"Feng Tang, I have a feeling that you are very likely to be sent to the Northern front. What will you say when that happens Have you thought of an excuse yet" Mu Zichuan asked again.
Luo Fengtang looked at Mu Zichuan in surprise. "Why are you shirk"
Mù Zichuan was stunned, "You haven't seen Qing'er and the child for over a year, it's almost New Year's Eve, are you still going to the battlefield"
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