It was already night after Gu Yi returned to the capital.

The imperial concubine’s bedroom was still brightly lit.

The side of the main hall that used to be Zhulian Yucui was cleared out, with clear maps hanging. And below is a huge table with a sand table on which the undulating hills clearly outline the geography of the northern part of Tianyu.

This thing was once proposed by Li Jieyu, but it was later made by them in the Weapon Workshop of Tianwuwei, and it spread quickly, and Jinwuwei also copied it. Even the Ministry of Industry's planning projects began to use this stuff. The Ministry of Industry also established a special yamen called the Survey and Map Division, which is responsible for surveying the topography of various states and counties in the world, drawing drawings, and making sand tables after returning.

Gu Yi entered the hall and found that not only the imperial concubine, but also Prime Minister Wei, Prime Minister Tan, Wei Xi, and Lu Bingzhong were all present. At this time, no one cared about the palace rules.

Yuan Luo didn't care when he heard that Gu Yi didn't catch up. That treacherous and cunning guy, it would be a joke if he could catch talents so easily. Send Gu Yi to visit, just in case of hope.

The matter has been discussed, Yuan Luo raised her head and said, "I will trouble a few people next."

Several important ministers responded one after another and quit.

After everyone was gone, Gu Yi stood by the door.

Yuan Luo walked out of the hall slowly, and said, "Let's go out with this palace." Her voice was tired, and the jewel-like clear tone was three points more hoarse, which made people feel sad.

Gu Yi followed her silently, and the two entered the garden behind the palace.

In the cold winter, the flowers and trees are withered, and only the plum tree is blooming with a faint fragrance.

Yuan Luo breathed deeply, trying to let go of his thoughts.

She thinks too much these days, and she just feels awkward. I'm a little tired, I want to find someone to rely on, but unfortunately, no.

She turned to look at Gu Yi sadly.

Gu Yi received her gaze and couldn't help but trembled. Is it her own illusion? The look in the eyes of the imperial concubine empress just now seemed to be someone who wanted to hug her.

She has been in charge of the government for a long time, and she must have been very tired to deal with all kinds of changes. There was an impulse from deep in my heart to hug her slender waist and let her lean on her shoulder.

Are you crazy? He quickly suppressed the offensive thought. This is not in compliance with the rules, and if the imperial concubine knows that she has such an idea, she will definitely die miserably.

As expected, without receiving a response, Yuan Luo retracted her gaze and continued to stare at the plum blossoms on the tree.

She is very curious about how much Gu Yi has a good impression of her now. She hadn't inquired about this stuff for a long time, and it was not easy to have direct physical contact between the imperial concubine and the generals. Gu Yi is very sensitive, and there is no chance of touching it secretly.

Last time the two fell off the cliff, it was 56 years ago, and it should be higher now.

Yuan Luo thought for a while, and suddenly ordered: "Turn around."

Gu Yi was startled, but still obeyed the order habitually. As soon as he turned around, he felt the wind in his ear, and he stretched out a hand to pinch his earlobe.

Yuan Luo couldn't help but rubbed with a soft touch. Well, it's 67, and it's rising faster than I expected.

Without Li Jieyu, there should be around thirty on the concubine.

Passers-by and above, lovers are not full, cough...

Gu Yi couldn't avoid it, and the whole person was confused. After reacting, he quickly took a step back and turned to look at Yuan Luo in shock.

Yuan Luo held back his hand with a stern face, ignoring Gu Yi's flushed cheeks, pretending that nothing had happened.

It made Gu Yi wonder if he had hallucinations just now. Concubine, what does this mean? Dissatisfied that his previous task was not completed, so he wanted to twist his ears to vent his anger, and realized that this behavior was too naive, so he gave up? After thinking about it, he could only find this answer that he barely accepted.

This behavior is really childish. It is hard to believe that the imperial concubine who kills and decides also has such a side.

The two continued to stare at Mei Hua.

After a long time, Gu Yi couldn't bear such a depressed atmosphere, and broke the silence and asked, "Niang, do you want to move the capital?"

"Did you see everything on the way back?" Yuan Luo recovered.

Gu Yi nodded. On the way back, he had already seen a huge team leaving the capital. In just a few days, the news of Bei Rong's southward invasion has spread among the people, causing a huge commotion.

Many people, led by the nobles, began to withdraw from the city.

When he entered the city, he almost didn't squeeze in. There was a long line at the gate of the city, full of carriages and servants. The first group of people who left were noble families. They had huge family relatives, and they often had thousands of carriages, and it took at least several hours to pass through the city gate.

"I heard that the family members of the Xie and Lu's were out of the city yesterday, and several others are also packing their luggage."

Yuan Luo also knew the news and smiled ironically. "The ship is sinking, and the fat mice are always the first to escape."

For the noble family, the inheritance of the family is more important than anything else. The dynasty changed several times, and the family stood firm. Even if the Sikong clan died, they would be loyal to the new dynasty in a big deal, anyway, it would be treated like a well-dressed Chinese. It is impossible to expect them to live and die together with the Sikong clan.

Yuan Luo sighed and looked at the night sky: "Gu Yi, do you think this capital can be held?"

Gu Yi was silent. It stands to reason that the capital city is high and deep. If the soldiers are well prepared, the defense will not be a problem for three to five years, but the difficulty lies in the four words of good soldiers and good food.

Because of the rebellion of the East China Sea, most of the soldiers and horses of the two guards in the capital were transferred out, and they are still trapped in Mocheng. The garrison of the capital is very empty.

The food is even worse. Due to droughts and floods that lasted for a whole year, the grain stocks in the capital were dispatched to help the victims, and the stocks were almost wiped out. Originally, Yuan Luo planned to gradually fill the grain depot in the past few years. But the cruel reality did not give her this opportunity.

There is only one dead end for such a city to be besieged!

And there is a hidden worry. Lian Yanqiu betrayed the court. He has been in charge of Jinlin Division for nearly ten years. Who knows how many nails have been buried in the capital in a long time. Once Bei Rong was killed, if there were one or two spies among the soldiers guarding the city gate, the consequences would be disastrous.

Therefore, Prime Minister Wei and the courtiers insisted on moving the capital to avoid danger.

From the perspective of grand strategy, this is also for the long-term counterattack in the future. The more land occupied by Beirong, the longer the supply line. However, due to droughts and floods in the northern region, civilian harvests are depleted and the food stocks are depleted. Occupying the capital, Bei Rong looked at the victory, but he was actually burdened.

If all supplies depend on the East China Sea, will Bei Rong and the East China Sea be so close?

"My palace has agreed to Prime Minister Wei's proposal to move the capital temporarily." Yuan Luo's tone sounded faint in the night breeze. Wu Ling has already started sweeping the palace, waiting to welcome the holy driver.

Gu Yi felt heavy, and still murmured comfortingly: "It is a good strategy to avoid Bingxiu temporarily. As long as the emperor and the empress are in safety, sooner or later the capital will be recovered."

Yuan Luo gave a wry smile.

She remembers that in the original book, the capital was once occupied by the King of the East China Sea, and later defeated by the Bei Rong, and was lost for several years, until Gu Yi led troops to regain the place. After passing through, she took advantage of the prophet to get rid of the East Sea King, and suppressed the natural disasters that lasted for several years. She thought she would not repeat the tragedy of China’s ruined family in the original book, but she did not expect to toss and walk again. This old way.

Yuan Luo quickly condensed her energy and brought her attention to her eyes.

This is also her main purpose for leaving Gu Yi.

"It takes soldiers and horses to regain the capital, but Miao Zifang and the others are still trapped in Mocheng. This palace needs a person to pick up these soldiers and horses."

Gu Yi had this intention originally, and immediately knelt down on one knee, "The minister is willing to take this task, please give the order."

Yuan Luo asked again: "Are you sure?"

Miao Zifang took away most of the Gu's army this time, and there were less than 20,000 left in Gu Yi's hands. The rebels of the East China Sea merged with Bei Rong's soldiers and horses, and they restrained Mocheng extremely severely. Gu Yi took 20,000 soldiers into the enemy's formation, and if he couldn't succeed, it wouldn't be economical to get these people in.

"All those who fell in Mocheng were the ministers' Paoze brothers. They will also be the main force for the restoration of the capital in the future and the expulsion of the Tartars. It is reasonable and reasonable, and the minister always has to try." Gu Yi also understands that this trip is risky, but the situation is critical. Don't go.

Yuan Luo smiled bitterly, which was also the reason she was determined to let Gu Yi take risks. The soldiers and horses in Miao Zifang's hands are vital to the overall future.

"If something cannot be done, you don't have to force it to retreat back in time." Yuan Luo still admonished.

Gu Yi hadn't answered yet, suddenly a clear voice came.

"It is difficult for 20,000 people. What if you add ministers?"

Yuan Luo turned his head and looked around, and it turned out that Wei Xi walked down the opposite corridor and walked quickly to her.

Walking to the side of Gu Yi, Wei Xi knelt down on one knee: "Niangniang, the last time the minister asked to fight the East Sea Kingdom, but the Niangniang refused, this time the minister once again asked for a fight, please give me permission."

auzw.com Yuan Luo showed an unexpected expression.

The Jin Wuwei in Wei Xi's hands is indeed a good soldier, but at the court meeting, Jin Wuwei has decided to **** the court and the people to move. This was also what Prime Minister Wei was fighting for for his son, and he did not want Wei Xi to fight against a powerful soldier like Shang Beirong.

Knowing Yuan Luo's concerns, Wei Xi resolutely said: "Now the northern army has not been killed yet, and it is safe to go from the capital to Wuling. The task of supporting along the way can be done by the local government soldiers."

"You go and come back, does Prime Minister Wei know?" Yuan Luo asked, staring at him.

Wei Xi raised her head and looked at her: "Father, the minister will naturally go back and explain." She added, "The mother does not have to worry, and my father is also a man of righteousness. The rescue of the Miao leader is of great importance and is vital to the rise and fall of the world. Everyone is responsible, and he will agree."

After a pause, Wei Xi continued: "Moreover, this invitation to fight is also to make up for the mistakes made before. Last time I went to hunt down Zhong Yu, Chen and Cai Yunheng were chased in two ways, Chen Na ran all the way, and Cai Yunheng had nothing. Afterwards, the minister re-examined the traces left by Zhong Yu and found that he had escaped from Cai Yunheng's all the way. At that time, the minister was suspicious, but..."

Wei Xi smiled bitterly. Cai Yunheng's background was too innocent. Even if he had doubts, he couldn't say it straight. As a result, the difference in thoughts made a big mistake.

Hearing the name again, Gu Yi's figure stiffened slightly.

It turns out that there is such a cause and effect. Yuan Luo looked at Wei Xi, who was kneeling to ask for a fight, with a little moved. The family of noble families has always focused on preserving their own strength, just like this time out of the city, in fact, each family has a large number of private soldiers, and they really work together to defend the capital. It is not without the power of a battle. But every family chose to escape from the city for the first time. This Yuan Luo couldn't restrain, even if they forced to recruit the troops, they would not be united.

As Webster with the strongest military strength among the nobles, Wei Xi originally chose this path. She was indeed surprised and pleasantly surprised.

"There are generals, soldiers and horses, like a tiger with wings. This palace is waiting for your good news in the capital."

The rescue should be done sooner rather than later. It was determined that the two sides would join forces to attack, and early the next morning, Gu Yi and Wei Xi set off with their subordinates.

The fifty thousand soldiers and horses quickly left the capital and rushed towards Mocheng in the east.

***

In the city of Yan'an, in the palace of the East China Sea.

In the brightly lit hall, the sound of silk and bamboo singing and dancing is mixed with the sound of toasts one after another, and the atmosphere is lively and noisy.

There are two tables on the high theme. Sitting on the left is a weak young man with a golden crown on his head and handsome eyebrows. He is the "King of the East Sea." His face was pale and weak, and he coughed after drinking half a glass of wine. Guo Xiang Han Changwen immediately stepped forward and helped him down to rest.

A burly middle-aged man sat behind another table.

His facial features are as deep as a sword and an axe, and he is quite majestic. He is dressed in a red golden dragon prince costume with a bright light armor, even if he is at a banquet, he has not taken it off. It is this time that the Great King Kang Yan of Bei Rong Nanyuan who led the troops south. He is now the uncle of Emperor Bei Rong, in charge of military and political affairs, with power in his hands.

After leaving the host, he has no humility as a guest. He raised his glass and laughed: "It is a great pleasure for this king to drink with you today. In a few days, I must be drinking with you in the Qianqing Palace in the capital, haha!"

In the hall there are civil and military officials from the East China Sea, as well as generals from Bei Rong. Naturally, everyone applauded.

After three rounds of wine, a group of thinly-dressed glamorous dancers entered the house, dancing lightly, the fragrance was overflowing, and the atmosphere in the hall was more heated. A group of half-drunk generals of Bei Rong put their arms around disheveled dancers, showing their ugliness.

Taking advantage of no one's attention, Cai Yunheng retreated.

Leaving the lively hall, he exhaled a long breath, as if to breathe out all the bad luck in the hall.

A beautiful voice came from behind: "Isn't it accustomed to drink Donghai country's drinks?"

Cai Yunheng stopped and turned to look at the figure approaching behind. "Wine is good, but the people who drink together are boring, and no matter how good the wine is, it is boring."

Peng Yueming, or Zhong Yu, laughed: "Indeed, the flattery carnival of a group of wild beasts has a breath of suffocation."

"This is your distinguished guest. Is such an unreasonable remark appropriate?"

Zhong Yu smiled and said, "Mingren didn't talk secretly before, so don't mention disgusting people about distinguished guests."

Cai Yunheng remembered that this guy in front of him seemed to have been a gentleman from a noble family. He sneered: "I need to meet wild beasts to survive, and things like ants are even more pitiful."

These words were very harsh, but Zhong Yu laughed loudly: "It doesn't matter if the ants are too many. You can kill the elephant if you have too many ants."

Cai Yunheng squinted his eyes, "Thinking about tearing down the bridge before crossing the river, you may die miserably. You are not afraid that I will tell Bei Rong these words."

"Of course I'm not afraid. I can see unwillingness in your eyes." Zhong Yu stared at him and said with a serious face, "and it is unnecessary. Kang Yan is not a thing in the pool, and it is impossible for us to be in the East China Sea without guarding. "

"Don't speculate about people's hearts casually, your attitude is very similar to the one I hate the most."

"It won't be the one I thought." Zhong Yu showed a subtle smile, "I'm very curious, what kind of methods the admiral of Jin Linsi used to subdue talents like your father and son."

"Your curiosity is too heavy."

"I am also his colleague anyhow, can't I be curious?" Zhong Yu smiled. He is in charge of spying, assassination and other tasks in the East China Sea, which is equivalent to Lian Yanqiu's identity in the palace.

Seeing Cai Yunheng's bored expression, Zhong Yu put away his humorous expression, and said with a serious face: "In fact, this time I came here to express my gratitude, thank you for the mercy last time."

The last time he fled north with his newborn child, if it were not for Cai Yunheng's mercy, he would definitely not escape the imperial court.

The moment he successfully escaped back to the East China Sea, he knew that his second goal of hiding in the capital had also succeeded. Reawaken Bei Rong, the deepest buried nail.

"Actually, what I am most curious about is why you chose such a path." Before implementing the plan, he inspected Cai Yunheng's life trajectory in the past few years, and basically didn't report any hope of success. He didn't expect him to be true. Chose this way.

"I regret it," Cai Yunheng shook his head, "I hate people who are croaking. I knew I should have let you die halfway."

"Haha, forgive me, General. Those who do my business are always curious about human nature."

"Remember, people are too curious and usually don't live long. And..." Cai Yunheng stared at him coldly, "Why is this sentence, you don't deserve to ask."

After speaking, he turned and left.

Zhong Yu looked at his back, laughed, and left.

***

The banquet lasted until midnight, and many civil servants and generals were drunk, but Kang Yan's eyes brightened as he drank.

Until the guards rushed in from outside the hall, kneeling down and presented a letter.

After tearing open the emergency military situation from the front line, Kang Yan swept it away, frowning and said: "A group of soldiers and horses departed from the capital, and went eastward. It looks like they are going to pick up the soldiers and horses trapped in Mocheng."

He raised his head and looked at the top table on the left, and said very politely: "In the opinion of Mr. Siko, how should the Sikong Clan send troops to rescue this time?"

Sitting at the top of the left side is a scholar with dazzling eyes, and Han Changwen, who is superior in style and demeanor. It was Lian Yanqiu who had just arrived in Kang Yan's camp.

He seems to have an aura of isolation from the world, in this messy banquet, he can drink and enjoy himself. Until Kang Yan inquired, everyone turned their attention to him.

Before Lian Yanqiu answered, a counselor from Beirong rushed to say: "Great King Mingjian, we should increase our troops in Mocheng, and we should wipe out all the soldiers and horses trying to rescue us, and raise our military power."

Kang Yan glanced at him displeasedly, "This king is asking about Mr. Lien."

Several counsellors and generals stopped talking, but their hearts were full of uneasiness. They were very dissatisfied with this person who suddenly appeared under Kang Yan's account.

But he was a dog-legged man who served in the Southern Dynasties. I heard that he was an **** before, and he was worthy of the courtesy of the prince. This banquet will also treat people as the first seat. It was only because of Kang Yan's high prestige that he did not dare to disobey.

Lian Yanqiu put aside his wine glass and asked plainly: "The king is going south, what do you want?"

"Of course it is sweeping the country, and the king is over the world." Kang Yan said naturally. He completely ignored the unpleasant gazes of Han Changwen and other officials of the East China Sea.

Lian Yanqiu laughed: "Then why the king is entangled in the war in the corner of Pian'an, the capital sent troops to rescue Mocheng, and the strength of the troops will be further divided. It is a good time to go down."

Kang Yan laughed and said, "Qing's words are just what I want. When my army takes over the capital, I will see who can be the edge of my Beirong. The small Mocheng has no food, no food. The high wall, it's not yet easy to catch."

The generals in the audience can't be flattered.

Kang Yan was very energetic and said: "I heard that Tianyu's imperial concubine empress is beautiful, unparalleled in the world, or the dragon girl who has come to the world, and has all kinds of magical powers. When he has seized the capital, I will ask this empress to serve the king. Ben. In the king's account, there is still a lack of a noble concubine." As he said, he laughed, as if he was already a beautiful woman, shaking hands.

Cai Yunheng, who had just returned to the general seat, suddenly clenched the wine glass.

Lian Yanqiu seemed to have never heard of it, still looking calm and breezy.

The author has something to say: 　　 I will drop the vest in the next chapter^_^