Capítulo 1302: Chapter 1297: Extraordinary Valor
He looked at them as if they were carved from a single piece of jade, with excellent quality.
“During my birthday last year, my father gave a pair of jade stones offered locally. It is said that these two jade stones were mined from the sa place, seemingly perfectly matched as if they were originally one, though their patterns are slightly different; one resembles a dragon and the other a phoenix!” Murong Li’s brows were all smiles, “I heard the Bai family sister… no, it should be changed, to the Ninth Aunt! I heard the Ninth Aunt gave birth to a pair of auspicious dragon and phoenix, which made think of these two jade stones. I ordered them to be carved into dragon and phoenix jade pendants and seals and sent them to my younger brother and sister!”
Speaking of the two children, the candlelight seed to cast a warm hue over Xiao Rongyan’s brows. He closed the wooden box, raised his hand, and touched Murong Li’s hair top, taking the heavy wooden box from Murong Li’s hand, and softly said: “Good, the Ninth Uncle will surely deliver it for you and tell your brother and sister that this is a gift from their brother!”
“Mm!” The smile in Murong Li’s eyes carried a hint of childishness.
Afterwards, the Emperor of Yan personally accompanied the Regent Prince out of the residence and escorted the Regent Prince to the outskirts of the city, already showing all of Yan’s emphasis on the Regent Prince.
The Yan Court officials had been waiting outside the city for a long ti, seeing His Majesty and the Regent Prince together in the royal carriage leaving the city, they hurriedly knelt down to pay respects.
Murong Li and Xiao Rongyan alighted from the carriage together and escorted Xiao Rongyan to his carriage, with words full of guilt: “Thank you, Ninth Uncle, for your hard work for the Yan Kingdom. Ah Li feels very regretful in my heart. Originally, it should have been Ah Li going personally to show how much I value this.”
“Your Majesty is the Emperor of Yan, you should sit on the throne of Yan. If the negotiations fail and Zhou insists on fighting Yan, Your Majesty’s presence in Zhou would indeed be unsafe! It is most appropriate for to go.” Xiao Rongyan lowered his gaze to look at his little nephew who was looking up at him, bending over to whisper in Murong Li’s ear, “When Ninth Uncle is not present, if there is anything undecided in the court, you can discuss with the court officials, ask them for ideas, but the final decision must be made by you! Ah Li… at this mont it is also your ti to showcase your capabilities.”
Upon hearing this, Murong Li’s eyes suddenly ward. Originally Ninth Uncle wanted to hide him behind, bearing all the dirty and soiled matters, so Ninth Uncle said he just needed to grow up to beco a ruler without blemishes.
But now that Yan has decided to rge with Zhou, it is different from the previous national policy of Yan. He needs to demonstrate his abilities so that the court officials can accept and trust him!
“I have already instructed the ministers of the ‘Regent Prince’s faction’ that all matters will be answered to you, the Emperor. Be bold in making decisions, and as for your mother… I took your uncle Zhong Xingxiao away, so the ‘Empress Dowager’s faction’ can be well managed!” Xiao Rongyan forcefully squeezed Murong Li’s shoulder, “Ninth Uncle knows you can do it!”
Murong Li nodded tearfully: “Ninth Uncle, rest assured. Ah Li… will not disappoint Ninth Uncle!”
Xiao Rongyan nodded; he had no worries about Murong Li. Murong Li, although young, possesses wisdom that far exceeds his age.
“Protect Ah Li well in Yandu!” Xiao Rongyan turned again to entrust Murong Ping.
Murong Ping clasped his fists: “Ninth Uncle, rest assured, A Ping will surely protect His Majesty with his life!”
Watching Xiao Rongyan board the carriage, Murong Li turned his head and wiped his tears with his sleeve. Although knowing this journey of Ninth Uncle poses no danger, he could not help but worry.
Until the troops escorting Xiao Rongyan and the Yan Court ministers gradually moved away, Murong Ping reminded Murong Li: “Your Majesty, Ninth Uncle has already gone far; let’s return to the palace!”
Murong Li nodded: “Mm, let’s go back!”
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The Emperor of Zhou’s carriage returned to the palace the next day, Bai Qingyan appeared at the morning court, breaking the earlier rumors about Bai Qingyan forcibly heading to Xiliang due to childbirth.
The news of capturing Yunjing has already been returned to Dadu City, although it is unclear whether Yan or Zhou captured Yunjing, only aware that armies from both nations remain within Yunjing City.
At this ti, many court officials believed Bai Qingyan’s initial decision was wise in stationing troops at Yan’s border due to Yan’s betrayal of Zhou, resulting in the capture of Bai family’s fifth son and seventh daughter.
Seeing Bai Qingyan at morning court, so ministers proposed if Bai Qingyan does not intend to utterly defeat Yan but desire for civilians and soldiers to recuperate, they should send envoys to Yan requesting Yan’s troops withdraw from Yunjing!
If Bai Qingyan intends to attack Yan, she should seize the opportunity while Yan Army is cornered in Xiliang, and Zhou has justification for dispatching troops, swiftly capturing Yandu, and take the Emperor of Yan and Empress Dowager alive, quickly ending the battle.
Sitting on the Dragon Throne, Bai Qingyan said with a smile: “To fight or not to fight, there is no need to rush now, Lord of Gaoyi Bai Jinxiu and Bai Qingqi, along with Bai family’s General Shen, are in Xiliang. They will surely prevent Yan Kingdom’s main forces from leaving Xiliang half a step. Before leaving for Xiliang, I sent Wei Zhong ahead, who t Yan Kingdom’s Regent Murong Yan in Xiliang. Yan’s Regent Prince said… the matter of Yan’s betrayal of Zhou would be resolved within a month and a half, within which Yan will provide an explanation to Zhou. Counting the days… it’s rely ten more days of waiting.”
Commandant Lu, Minister Shen, and Minister Dong, along with Lu Jin, clearly understood that their Emperor is waiting for the strategy from the Yan Ninth Prince for the rger of the two nations.
“Furthermore, Yan’s Regent Prince also stated that Yunjing should belong to Zhou! Keeping Yan’s Army in Yunjing City for now… is convenience for Zhou!” Bai Qingyan’s words, asured and firm, gave the Zhou court officials reassurance and peace of mind.
“Your Majesty, since His Majesty has plans in mind, we, your humble ministers, will comply accordingly. But… there is one matter that should be prepared!” Commandant Lu bowed with a smile after saluting Bai Qingyan, “This ti, those who deserve the award for the capture of Xiliang, should indeed receive rewards! This will boost the morale of Zhou’s soldiers!”
Saying this, Commandant Lu presented the morial above his head with due respect: “This is a draft of comndations jointly proposed by , Minister Shen, and Minister Dong for Your Majesty’s review and andnt.”
Commandant Lu always knew exactly what Bai Qingyan needed. Previously, when Bai Qingqi and Bai Qingyu returned, Bai Qingyan had not yet issued rewards, waiting until Xiliang was captured, for them to accomplish their achievents before awarding honors.
Naturally, those who contributed to the capture of Xiliang would receive comndations.
Such as General Shen Kunyang and others.
Bai Qingyan also ntioned in the letter brought back by A Qi via Wei Zhong, one person, Wang Qiulu…
Originally considered a renowned General in Nandu Army, Wang Qiulu, in the Bai family army, willingly assud the role of a vanguard. This ti Wang Qiulu bravely charged into Yunjing City alongside Bai Jinxiu’s leading attack, demonstrating remarkable valor.
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