Drive a RV and go farming in ancient times.

The next day, Xu Huaiyi found out what kind of arrangement Sun Yu was talking about.

The person who told him was Li Yunting.

Li Yunting and Zhao Sanyou were ordered to continue hunting down the fleeing rebels. Unfortunately, after searching outside in the wind and snow for most of the day, they were unable to find any trace of them.

They guessed that the rebels were most likely hiding in the mountains, but they listened to the local guide and did not dare to lead anyone in.

The terrain of this mountain is complex and easy to defend but difficult to attack. It is impossible to take down the rebels without paying several times the cost in human lives.

The two of them couldn't make a decision, so they had to come back and ask Sun Yu for instructions.

Sun Yu had guessed this would be the result early on, so he was not too disappointed. He did not send the two men into the mountains to hunt them down, but only left a group of people to guard the foot of the mountain.

Zhao Sanyou was still a little unwilling. After coming out of the commander's tent, he muttered in a low voice, "If we stop now, it will be like letting the tiger go back to the mountain. When the rebels recover, they will definitely rebel again. Then, wouldn't our previous siege be in vain?"

Li Yunting said calmly, "Why was the siege in vain? Didn't we defeat the rebels? It won't be easy for them to make a comeback."

"How much better it would be to just wipe them out in one fell swoop, taking advantage of their weakness to kill them. Otherwise, wouldn't the lives of those comrades who died be in vain?"

"It's not that Master Sun doesn't want to, it's just that the price is too high. It will take several times the lives of the rebels to fill the gap. How many rebels have escaped? At least there should be about 20,000. How many do we have? If we fill them all in, who will attack other occupied cities? Is it realistic to expect the court to send more people?"

Zhao Sanyou was speechless. He kicked the snow in anger and cursed softly, "This battle was fought in a pathetic way..."

When I came here, I was full of energy and wanted to make great achievements. However, after I arrived, everything went wrong.

First, the food and grass were delayed, then the weather was not good, the soldiers were shivering with cold, and later the city could not be captured for a long time, the casualties increased, and they were repeatedly reprimanded by the court.

But does anyone know their frustration and helplessness?

Were they not brave enough in attacking the city?

No, it’s because the gap between the two sides is too big.

They originally thought that the rebels were only 30,000 to 50,000 strong and were a mob with little fighting power, but after the fight they realized that they were totally wrong.

The rebels' performance when defending the city showed that they were professionally trained. They were not a random group of people put together at all. They were more regular than the regular army.

Moreover, their number was far more than 30,000 or 50,000. They incited the local people to act as their helpers and used them as cannon fodder during the war. In the end, many people died, but they hid behind and were safe and sound.

If Xu Huaiyi had not brought people to help, and had not taken advantage of the situation to prevent the traitor from spreading false information, and had not risked his life to blow up the city gate, the rebels would still have occupied the city and shown off their power to them.

But even though I won, I didn't feel the excitement of victory.

Li Yunting calmly watched Zhao Sanyou leave in annoyance, and did not say any more words to comfort him. He turned around and went to the house where Xu Huaiyi was recuperating.

Xu Huaiyi was lying on the couch, reading a storybook by the stove out of boredom. Seeing Wei Liang come in, wrapped in cold air, he hurriedly told Wei Liang to get a hot towel to put on his face and wipe his hands.

Li Yunting took off his cloak, took the hot towel, covered his face with it and waited for a while. When he felt his face was no longer so stiff, he breathed a sigh of relief, then sat in a chair next to the stove, picked up the cup and held it to warm his hands without drinking.

Xu Huaiyi looked him up and down. "Did you go to hunt down the rebels? You just came back? Are you not injured?"

Li Yunting nodded first, then shook his head, his meaning was very clear.

Xu Huaiyi looked at his face and said, "It seems that we have returned empty-handed?"

Li Yunting said, "They hid in the mountains. I didn't dare go in. I wouldn't be able to catch many people if I went in. Who knows, the rebels might even take advantage of the terrain to counterattack."

Xu Huaiyi said, "It's right not to rush in without thinking. The chances of winning are slim. Didn't my master say anything?"

Li Yunting took a sip of hot tea and said in a clearer voice, "Master Sun had anticipated this long ago and did not blame us. He only left a group of people outside the mountain to watch."

Xu Huaiyi nodded, "Of course. If we rush in now, the best result will be that both sides will suffer losses. If things go wrong, we will be wiped out at once. It's not worth it. Our people should not take such risks. We have to save our lives to retake other occupied cities."

Li Yunting raised the corner of his mouth, "I knew you would say that."

Coincidentally with him.

Xu Huaiyi also smiled, "What else can I say? In this situation, do we have any other choice? This is the most appropriate arrangement."

"Brother Zhao is not very reconciled. He feels that this battle was fought in a cowardly way..."

"Yeah, that's understandable. He just has a bad temper. He will figure it out in the future."

Li Yunting asked again, "You won't be able to participate in the next battle, right?"

Xu Huaiyi smiled bitterly and said, "External injuries are nothing, but internal injuries take too long to heal. Once you fight, your internal organs will feel like they are burning. How can you fight? You will die if you go."

Li Yunting sincerely sighed, "You are also lucky. There were so many explosives with enough power to break the city gate, but you were able to dodge them. You are indeed worthy of being a lucky general. People with great luck are different."

The envy in his tone was not concealed at all. Xu Huaiyi rolled his eyes speechlessly, "What lucky general? What good fortune? It was obviously because I was agile and estimated the time just right that I was not blown to death. I don't care if you are superstitious, but you can't negate my ability."

Li Yunting nodded seriously, "Okay, it's all because of your outstanding ability, it has nothing to do with luck, I just don't know if other people can have your ability..."

Having said that, even though he had a cold and indifferent personality, he couldn't help feeling a little sad.

"what happened?"

"The city is about to be attacked again. Master Sun and several other generals have discussed and selected some people from the army to form a death squad. They are responsible for taking over your mission and blowing up the city gate."

Xu Huaiyi's expression changed, "Is there anyone willing to go?"

After asking the question, I realized that I had asked a nonsense and stupid question.

As expected, Li Yunting said, "Military orders are as heavy as a mountain."

It doesn't matter whether the individual is willing or not.

Xu Huaiyi was silent for a moment.

The reason he dreamed of dodging was because of the RV. If it had been anyone else, he would have been either dead or disabled. He had personally experienced the power of the explosion, and it could have made a big hole in such a thick city gate, let alone a flesh and blood body.

Seeing him like this, Li Yunting couldn't help but say a few more words, "You don't have to think too much. They may not be forced. Although this mission is a life-or-death mission, it is also the greatest achievement. Whether they live or die, they can support their entire family. What's the point of being a soldier? Isn't it just this? If you're lucky, you might even have a bright future. So, there are still many people willing to take a chance."

Xu Huaiyi raised his hand to wipe his face and forced a smile, "I understand everything. I have risked my life to inspire others. How can I still feel guilty?"

But my heart still feels a little heavy.

He didn't tell this to anyone else. When night came, he couldn't help but nag at Gu Huanxi. He pounded his chest and insisted that there was a blockage there.

After being scolded by Gu Huanxi, he covered his head and fell asleep quickly.

In the following days, Xu Huaiyi stayed in the house to recuperate, and the war outside had nothing to do with him.

Some people felt sorry for him, thinking that he had missed the opportunity to make another contribution, but Xu Huaiyi felt that this was just right. He had wanted to stay alive anyway, and the city gate had been blown up to avoid unnecessary casualties, so he had no choice but to take the spotlight, but it was not what he wanted.

In order to avoid taking credit, he even thought about making some mistakes on purpose to offset the credit.

However, his recuperation was not a peaceful time, as Prince Qi would come to visit him from time to time and talk to him about all sorts of things. His general idea was to make big promises for him so as to trick him into working like a slave.

He pretended to be deaf and dumb and dealt with it perfunctorily. He could not bear the annoyance and was extremely annoyed. He even hoped that the Crown Prince or the Prince of Jin's men would kill his grandson.

But coincidentally, ever since Prince Qi came to harass him, the assassinations and poisonings stopped.

From then on, Prince Qi used him as a talisman and visited him more and more frequently.

Sun Yu was busy leading his troops to attack the city and had no time to take care of him, so he suffered for more than ten days.

After ten days or so, the other two occupied cities were finally recovered.

The battle was a great victory, and the letter was sent to the capital at an accelerated speed of 600 miles.

The people of the capital all cheered and celebrated.

Everyone in the court finally breathed a sigh of relief, as the foreign threat was finally resolved.

As to whether the problem has been completely solved, no one is seriously investigating it because they don't have time to do so.

The struggle between the Crown Prince and other princes and princes has reached a fever pitch, with the Emperor and the King of Chu also involved. It is as chaotic as it can be.

All the civil and military officials in the court, even those who were neutral, were inevitably dragged into it and found it difficult to escape unscathed.

Nowadays, everyone feels like they are sitting on a powder keg, living in fear all the time.

Later, someone suggested that the army that was sent to suppress the rebellion should return to the capital as soon as possible. At this time, even those who were not clear-headed could see the severity of the situation and were looking forward to the return of the imperial army so that they could feel at ease.

This proposal was passed unanimously.

What’s more, the most interesting thing is that the transfer order sent by the court specifically named Xu Huaiyi to lead the team back to Beijing.

After Sun Yu received the news, he couldn't help but say a few words to his apprentice, "It seems that your reputation as a lucky general has been deeply rooted in people's hearts. No matter who goes back, they will be worried and keep an eye on you."

Xu Huaiyi said self-deprecatingly, "What can I do if I go back? Can they turn hostility into friendship?"

Sun Yu shook his head. "It's difficult. The arrow has been put on the string and has to be shot. No one can influence the current situation."

Even if the emperor wanted to stop, he might not be able to control everyone's will.

Xu Huaiyi spread his hands and said, "So, they are just deceiving themselves. Whatever happens, it will be the same. Even if I go back, I will not get involved in anything. If you don't have the skills, don't take on the job."

Sun Yu frowned and said, "I'm afraid you won't be able to do what you want. Don't forget, you are still serving in the Imperial Guards. There are some things you can't avoid."

"Disciple can take leave under the pretext of recuperating from illness..."

"Can you still stay at home and not go out? Who knows that they..."

Sun Yu swallowed those taboo words and said meaningfully, "If it really doesn't work, just face the challenge head-on. With your ability and luck, you may get unexpected gains and surprises."

Xu Huaiyi's mouth twitched, "Master, are you making fun of me? How can I face the challenge head-on? If I'm not careful, I'll lose my life. It's more dangerous than blowing up the city gate. You should just let me be your disciple. I don't want that kind of credit."

Sun Yu said nothing more, and instead warned, "Don't be careless on the way back. We know our own business. The city was captured, and the casualties were not too great. The whole world knows that we won a great victory, but you and I both know the truth.

The rebels had no intention of fighting, so we took advantage of it. They must have planned it in advance, so they were not at all panicked when they retreated. Now some of them hid in the mountains, some are still hiding in the city, and another group of people went to the coastal area.

The purpose is clear, they want to divide and disintegrate us. I guess they may have someone lying in ambush on the way back to Beijing, not only to deal with you, but also Prince Qi, so remember not to be careless."

Hearing this, Xu Huaiyi cried with a sad face, "I'm not afraid of an ambush, but Prince Qi? Why does he want to return to the capital? His goal hasn't been achieved yet. If he goes back now, he won't get anything done. Isn't it all in vain?"

Sun Yu whispered, "That can't be helped. It's useless for him to stay. The army has been dispersed and everyone has their own duties. Who dares to follow him and make trouble?"

The power of Prince Qi to win people's hearts was far from enough to make those generals risk their lives for him.

Still too naive.

Xu Huaiyi complained in frustration, "Then let him go and torture the disciples?"

Hearing this, Sun Yu couldn't help laughing and joked, "You are his amulet, he can't wait to hold you in his arms, he won't cause you any trouble."

Xu Huaiyi shook his head and sighed, "I have a bad feeling. He will definitely not return to Beijing honestly. He will definitely cause trouble along the way."

Otherwise, would you be willing to make a wasted trip?

Sun Yu thought about it, but couldn't think of what else Prince Qi could do. He had no soldiers, so how far could he get away with his actions?

Facts have proved that Sun Yu underestimated his ability to make trouble. When he heard the news that Prince Qi was poisoned, stabbed and injured on his way back to Beijing, he couldn't help but sigh, thinking that his apprentice's intuition was so accurate!

Prince Qi was really good at doing tricks. He caught the people who assassinated and poisoned him, and after being tortured, they confessed and signed.

It was that testimony that was so shocking.

It was not one group of people who harmed him, but two groups. The one who poisoned him was the Prince of Jin, and the one who assassinated him was the Crown Prince.

The two groups of people cooperated with each other and wanted to kill King Qi. Fortunately, King Qi was prepared and the murderer did not succeed. However, he was also injured. When he dodged, he fell off his horse and broke his leg.

Although he received timely treatment from the imperial physician afterwards, the location of the injury was too coincidental, right on the knee, so it would be unlikely for him to recover as before.

This means that Prince Qi is likely to become a cripple in the future.

A cripple has no right to inherit the throne.

It is said that after hearing the words of the imperial physician, Prince Qi fainted due to overwhelm.

This shocking news, when it reached the capital, caused a huge uproar.

Prince Qi’s injury is not a big deal; the key point is that he was murdered.

Taizu of Dayong once clearly announced to the world that the royal family members should not kill each other for the chair. Once they did so, no matter who they were or how talented they were, they would have no chance of becoming emperor.