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After receiving the imperial edict, Lin Beifan began to make arrangents.
First, he t with the envoys sent by the White Elephant Kingdom and conveyed the courts intentions: After careful consideration, Her Majesty and all the court officials unanimously agree that the Yun Army will help the White Elephant Kingdom suppress the rioters!
The White Elephant Kingdom envoys were overjoyed: Pri Minister, is this true?
Of course its true. Can I deceive you? Lin Beifan patted his thick sleeves and smiled. After all, Ive accepted your benefits. When I take your money, I have to get things done!
Yes, yes Thank you, Pri Minister! The White Elephant Kingdom envoys bowed. But there is one request, Lin Beifan said.
The White Elephant envoys beca uneasy: What request?
When youve dealt with the unrest in your country, your court must deliver the promised tribute to our court within three months.
The White Elephant envoys furrowed their brows even more tightly. Pri Minister, isnt this a bit too hasty? You must understand that our White Elephant Kingdom has just experienced a severe frost disaster, with significant losses! With ongoing unrest and chaos, we simply dont have the ti to gather enough tribute. Please, Pri Minister, show so leniency!
I understand your difficulties, but the Great Wu has also suffered heavy losses from the frost disaster! Therefore, we hope to receive so supplies as soon as possible to alleviate the shortage of resources in our country. This is the only request made by our Emperor, and if you do not agree, we will have no choice but to use force.
Well The White Elephant envoys hesitated.
What do you think, Gentlen? Lin Beifan grinned and said, When the rioters are suppressed, theyll be compliant, wont they? At that ti, it will be easy for you to gather tribute.
The White Elephant Kingdom envoys were convinced. Thats true!
So, they agreed to the Great Wu courts request and asked the Great Wu court for assistance. Lin Beifan and the White Elephant envoys set out that night, traveling for about a week, finally crossing through the Western Wu region and entering the White Elephant Kingdom.
The ruler of the White Elephant Kingdom personally received Lin Beifan. He was dressed in luxurious armor, walking proudly, and warmly said, I didnt expect a small matter from the White Elephant Kingdom to trouble Pri Minister Lin. If I had known that Pri Minister Lin was coming, I should have waited at the border! Please forgive my rudeness.
At present, Lin Beifan held higher power and status than the ruler of the White Elephant Kingdom. As the Pri Minister and Supre Commander of the Wu Dynasty, he led the court and the entire military, with power second only to the Empress. He was also known as His Royal Highness the Brave and Loyal King, with unparalleled prestige.
In terms of power and status, he was the second most important figure in the Wu Dynasty, with great authority and weight. When the ruler of the White Elephant Kingdom saw him, he naturally had to be very polite.
Lin Beifan smiled and said, White Elephant Kingdoms ruler, theres no need for such courtesy! Currently, theres chaos and disorder in the White Elephant Kingdom, and you have your hands full. We understand that. Our Emperor attaches great importance to this matter, so she sent to resolve it.
The ruler of the White Elephant Kingdom raised his right hand to his heart, very solemnly. Thank you, Pri Minister, for your understanding, and thank you, Her Majesty, for her consideration. Then, he looked behind Lin Beifan and was surprised to see that there were only a few dozen people with him, not even close to a hundred.
He was puzzled. Pri Minister Lin, where are the troops from the Great Wu?
Lin Beifan pointed to the people behind him. Arent these them? The ruler of the White Elephant Kingdom beca even more confused. You ca here with only a handful of soldiers from the Great Wu?
Lin Beifan smiled and nodded, saying, Exactly! The ruler of the White Elephant Kingdom was not at ease and said, Pri Minister Lin, are you joking? With such a small number of troops, not even enough for one unit, how can you suppress the riots in my country? You must know that this ti the unrest has spread across the entire nation, involving millions of people. Without three or four hundred thousand soldiers, it cannot be resolved!
Its more than enough because Im here! Lin Beifan said with great self-assurance. As long as Im present, no matter how many rioters co, I can easily handle them. Your Majesty, please rest assured!
The generals behind Lin Beifan all flattered him.
Your Majesty, please rest assured. Our Supre Commander is the military god of the Great Wu, undefeated in six major battles!
Though we may be few in number, with Supre Commander alone, we can stand against ten thousand enemies!
When he rides out, all problems are imdiately resolved!
Just put your mind at ease!
The ruler of the White Elephant Kingdom recalled Lin Beifans brilliant military record. This young man in front of him, although originally a scholar, was exceptionally skilled in warfare. He excelled in winning with less, defeating the strong with the weak, and every ti, he achieved quick and decisive victories with minimal sacrifices. He had never been defeated, and calling him a contemporary military god was not an exaggeration.
The fewer troops used, the faster and easier the victory. Shouldnt it be the sa this ti?
The ruler of the White Elephant Kingdom gained so confidence. Then thank you, Pri Minister Lin!
Its my duty!
Next, the ruler of the White Elephant Kingdom warmly hosted Lin Beifan and his entourage. During the banquet, Lin Beifan once again pledged with great determination that he would swiftly resolve the rebellion in the White Elephant Kingdom.
As long as he mounted his horse, success was guaranteed, and victory was at hand.
Seeing Lin Beifans confident deanor, the ruler of the White Elephant Kingdom felt even more reassured. After dinner, Lin Beifan followed the ruler of the White Elephant Kingdom to the war-torn area. Along the way, they saw scenes that shocked Lin Beifan and his companions.
Everywhere, there were ruined buildings, white mourning cloth hanging over doorways, and the ground was littered with spirit money. In the streets, they could see so ragged, barefoot people ard with hoes, clubs, and various makeshift weapons, confronting the soldiers of the White Elephant Kingdom. The clashes were intense, with shouts and violence.
Its you! You killed my parents, and Ill avenge them!
Ill avenge my family, damn the court!
Now youve pushed to a dead end! I cant live, and you wont either!
Die if you must, in eighteen years, youll be a hero!
The ruler of the White Elephant Kingdom sighed and said, Originally, even though our White Elephant Kingdom isnt wealthy, it was a place of peace and harmony, with good relations between officials and the people. But who could have expected a once-in-a-century frost disaster to strike suddenly! This frost disaster not only took away millions of lives but also countless wealth. It pains more than anyone else.
But the common people not only fail to understand , they direct their anger at , rising up in rebellion one after another, and the unrest has spread across the entire nation! During this natural disaster, I suffered heavy losses as well. Over two thousand of the three thousand white elephants I raised died. Im truly powerless to quell the unrest. Sigh To maintain stability in the country, I had no choice but to request military assistance from the Great Wu.
Lin Beifan nodded, saying, I understand.
Next, it will be up to Pri Minister Lin! The ruler of the White Elephant Kingdom said with so anticipation. Ive always said that Pri Minister Lin, your military skills are godlike, undefeated in a hundred battles, truly the military god of our ti! I hope that this ti, Pri Minister Lin, you can use your full abilities to resolve the turmoil in the White Elephant Kingdom. I am deeply grateful!
Lin Beifan patted his chest with great confidence. Your Majesty, please rest assured. Everything is on !
With that, Lin Beifan stood up and looked at the rioters below, loudly saying, Quiet, everyone! Please be quiet! Listen to ! However, these irrational rioters paid no attention.
Who are you? Why should we listen to you?
Thats right! We dont even care about the king. What are you worth?
Look at him, hes probably the kings lackey!
He looks well-fed, definitely a noble! Feeding on the sweat and toil of the common people, nobles should all die!
Kill him! Kill him! Kill him
Everyone was extrely angry. So of the rioters had even raised bricks, ready to throw them at Lin Beifan.
Seeing this scene, Tang Kuo, who was standing beside Lin Beifan, was furious. He stepped forward and shouted loudly, his voice echoing throughout the crowd, Calm down! No reckless behavior! Standing before you is Lin Beifan, the current Pri Minister of the Great Wu Dynasty, Supre Commander of the Military, and His Royal Highness the Brave and Loyal King!
Supre Commander is the pillar of our dynasty, and there can be no mistakes! If you harm a single hair on the Supre Commanders head, the million-strong army of the Great Wu will march south, and youll be waiting for your doom!
All the rioters present were silenced. They looked at Lin Beifan in astonishnt.
The current Pri Minister of the Great Wu Dynasty!
Supre Commander of the Military!
His Royal Highness the Brave and Loyal King!
Each of these titles was prestigious in its own right. Yet, the young man before them held all three titles simultaneously. It was astounding!
However, among the rioters, there were so knowledgeable individuals. One older man who appeared more refined and had a sowhat aged voice said, Ive heard that the Pri Minister, Supre Commander of the Military, and His Royal Highness the Brave and Loyal King are indeed the sa person, a young man in his twenties nad Lin Beifan. Although he started as a commoner, his abilities are outstanding, and he has achieved great feats, which is why he was promoted by the Empress herself.
The rioters were shocked. Is there really such a person?
A commoner who beca Pri Minister and Supre Commander, and was even made a king?
And hes this young?
If this is true, its unbelievable!
So still didnt believe it, but the old man imdiately began recounting Lin Beifans impressive achievents.
At the age of 20, he beca the top scholar in the imperial examinations, known for his literary talent and innovation. He invented various national treasures such as the hot air balloon, hovercraft, and cent, enhancing the power of the Great Wu.
He excelled in military strategies and warfare, quelling internal rebellions and confronting external threats from the neighboring nations of Dayue and Great Xia. He even reclaid a lost territory.
He predicted the impending ice disaster, issued a nationwide warning, and ensured the safety of the entire population during the catastrophe.
As the old man shared these stories, the crowd had no choice but to believe.
But their astonishnt grew. Could this still be a human?
At this mont, the old man raised his voice and shouted, Are you truly His Royal Highness Lin Beifan, the Pri Minister, Supre Commander of the Military, and Brave and Loyal King of the Great Wu?
I guarantee it! Lin Beifan said confidently. No one should dare impersonate !
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