Princess Promotion

Chapter 179 The Greatest Danger

What Yao Chuguang had to do was very simple, which was to make Zhou Ze make everyone believe that he was isolated and helpless.

Yao Chuguang naturally knew about the plots of the barbarians and the Western Territory, and the conflicts between them.

If he attacked head-on, both sides would be defeated and would be forced to join forces to deal with Qi.

Then she would spread out the opportunities and let them take the initiative.

Yao Chuguang hid his army in the deep mountains and forests, and did not make any moves even when he was besieged in Yundu City by Zhou Ze.

Zhou Ze initially claimed that he had dispatched all his troops to encircle and suppress Yao Chuguang, but in fact only half of them, less than 100,000 soldiers, came.

Zhou Ze really wanted to take the risk and capture Yao Chuguang, but he couldn't possibly bet all his fortune on it.

What if this is a national trap, and Yao Chuguang really doesn't care about the lives of the people on the border and wants to destroy him, then at least he still has the capital to make a comeback.

But no one expected that Yao Chuguang did not play by the rules at all. He was cruel to his enemies and even crueler to himself.

They were forced into that situation, hiding in the deep mountains and forests, chewing on tree bark and grass roots, and not allowing the troops they had ambushed in advance to take action.

It was not until here that Zhou Ze confirmed that Yao Chuguang really had no tricks up his sleeve, and only then did he feel at ease to dispatch the remaining 100,000 troops.

Zhou Ze never dreamed that there really was a Crazy Emperor Yao Chuguang who was not afraid of death in this world.

It is not uncommon for people to fight with others when they have nothing, because they have nothing but their life and nothing to lose.

But when people have everything, they will especially cherish their lives because they are reluctant to give up everything they have.

Yao Chuguang can be said to have everything that all ordinary people in this world want, power, status, wealth, youth, and even a healthy body.

Any one of these things is a height that people in this world cannot reach in their lifetime.

Zhou Ze didn't believe that such a person would not care about his life, would not be afraid of death, and would fight him to the death like a barefoot pariah.

When Yao Chuguang and his group finally arrived at the border, Lord Xiao and a group of civil officials almost burst into tears on the spot.

It's not easy!

I used to think that life at the border was bitter and cold, but now I know what true suffering is.

Being able to eat well, drink enough and have a good sleep is better than anything else.

Xiao Ge Lao saw a group of soldiers carrying bags on their backs, walking towards them in an orderly manner. This direction...

Elder Xiao noticed something was wrong and trotted over to Yao Chuguang and asked cautiously, "Where are these city guards going to withdraw?"

Yao Chuguang replied without even looking up, "Of course, we are going to encircle and suppress the Western Border Army and reclaim the lost territory."

Elder Xiao was surprised and asked, "Did the barbarians retreat?"

Yao Chuguang looked at Xiao Ge Lao with an expression that said, "What are you thinking about?" and said, "No!"

Elder Xiao covered his heart and trembled as he asked, "If all the soldiers guarding the city are withdrawn, how can we resist the barbarian invasion?"

Yao Chuguang said as a matter of course: "We are still here!"

Elder Xiao said in great sorrow, "We are just a remnant of less than 10,000 defeated soldiers. As civil officials, how can we expect to reason with those barbarians?"

After hearing this, Yao Chuguang actually said with a serious expression, "It's not impossible. These barbarians might be moved by the profound culture of our Qi State and turn to the light."

Elder Xiao felt that this was a heartless thing. He knew she was crazy before, but now her madness has become more serious.

Elder Xiao suddenly thought of something, and his face wiped away the previous decadence. He even had a last glimmer of energy and said to Yao Chuguang, "Your Majesty, this time Commander Fu has recaptured the country. The people must be terrified after experiencing the war."

Elder Xiao said righteously, "This old minister is willing to go with Commander Fu to the battle, comfort the people in the rear, and take over the recovered cities."

Upon hearing this, Yao Chuguang revealed an expression of both emotion and worry, saying, "Your Excellency is truly a virtuous minister of Great Qi. I know you care deeply about the world, but your health is also important. You've been toiling away for over a month now, and I'm afraid you can't take it."

When Lord Xiao heard this, he almost jumped up and ran two laps on the spot to prove that he was very strong.

At this moment, the head of the Qing family suddenly spoke up and echoed, "Your Majesty, recovering lost territory is such a national priority that we cannot afford to delay it. Those generals know how to march and fight, but they don't know how to govern."

Patriarch Liu immediately spoke up and said, "These are all our responsibilities. We must not delay and must follow Commander Fu immediately."

Other civil officials also echoed this, saying that they would follow Fu Hongxuan to take over the city the day after tomorrow, just like when Yao Chuguang took over the Western Zhou Dynasty.

Once you’ve done it, the second time will be easy.

Although following the army is somewhat dangerous, it must be said that this is the fastest and most effective way to stabilize the situation, and the people can resume their daily lives as quickly as possible.

Although the words were high-sounding, saying that it was for the people of the world to get out of the war as soon as possible and recuperate.

Lord Xiao had no idea what others were thinking.

Anyway, he thought that he couldn't follow this conscienceless thing anymore. His old bones really couldn't take it anymore.

Elder Xiao finally understood that when there was no danger, Yao Chuguang was the danger.

When there is danger, Yao Chuguang is the biggest danger.

Following Fu Hongxuan to clean up the mess would at most mean a lot of official duties and some fatigue, but at least your safety would be guaranteed.

Although following Yao Chuguang doesn’t guarantee death, it is definitely a challenge to your heart every day.

He is old and can't bear such an exciting life every day.

Retreat quickly while there is still a chance.

The other ministers had similar thoughts to Lord Xiao. Yao Chuguang might not lose, but he would definitely live in fear.

They have been living like this for the past month and they need to slow down.

It’s better to follow Lord Xiao and do hard labor!

Yao Chuguang saw that the civil officials were so determined to work for the welfare of the people of the world, and seemed willing to do so no matter how hard or tiring it was.

I nodded in agreement with great satisfaction!

As soon as he got the approval, Lord Xiao immediately saluted and turned around to leave, fearing that if he walked too slowly he would not catch up with Fu Hongxuan's large group.

General Park looked at the figures of the civil officials walking away and sighed sincerely: "They never stop for a moment, what a good official!"

This month's escape was too much for even a strong military commander like General Park. Unexpectedly, this group of civil officials who usually looked weak had the energy to follow the troops on the long journey.

Yao Chuguang patted General Park's shoulder and said meaningfully, "That's because I'm here."

General Park was puzzled but didn't dwell on the question. Instead, he asked, "Your Majesty, how do you plan to deal with the barbarians?"

Yao Chuguang stepped forward and replied, "Just wait for them to withdraw on their own."