PDLP Chapter 256: Storm
Chapter 256: Storm
Since no clues were found, let's put it aside for now.
The next step is to study how to return to Lingdouzi Castle safely.
Lin Feng knew very well that several groups of people were waiting for him on their way back.
And they are all enemies who swear to kill themselves.
If you don't handle it carefully, there is a possibility of capsizing.
The next day, Lin Feng brought twenty guards and escorted Eunuch Liu and his party out of the city.
Also seeing him off were General Su Qian and General Du Lisheng.
Among the accompanying officials, only Chen Tongpan came over to greet Lin Feng.
The rest of the people pretended not to see it and bowed to Eunuch Liu and the others to say goodbye.
At the Ten-Li Pavilion outside the city, Zhao Shuo and Eunuch Liu whispered to each other for a while before bidding farewell reluctantly.
On the way back, Lin Feng said with a smile: "Zhao Shuo, it seems that you also want to enter the palace to serve the emperor."
Zhao Shuo immediately glared: "I just told him to be careful about others saying bad things about big brother. If he wants to serve the emperor, he can be anywhere, he doesn't have to go to the palace, okay?"
"Well, I'm really happy for you, sir. It's a pity that the country is in such a mess."
Zhao Shuo also looked depressed.
"The Emperor is too soft-hearted and allowed some villains to do evil."
Lin Feng pondered and said, "Do you think that if your other uncle were to take charge of the imperial power, would this clan be better?"
Zhao Shuo really thought about it for a while.
"Alas, that person is too cruel. If he comes to power, the whole country will be in chaos."
As he spoke, he glanced at the group of officials from the provincial capital.
"Brother, why don't you let someone do them?"
Lin Feng was a little tempted, as Lin Qiaomei currently controlled the city's defenses.
In order to maintain stability, Su Qian did not allow the government troops to enter the city to fight for control.
The officials from the prefecture who were walking in front had basically covered everything.
Once he captures these people, the city will completely become his, Lin Feng's, territory.
After pondering for a moment, he slowly shook his head.
There are too few people here to control such a large city.
Once the leader changed, Zhenxi fell into chaos. The provincial army and the border army fought on their own, no longer caring about the safety of the provincial city.
It would be dangerous for me.
Thinking of this, she turned and smiled at Zhao Shuo.
"If I take down these officials, I will completely fall out with your emperor, and there will be no benefit at all."
Zhao Shuo also greeted him with a smile.
"I'm just testing Big Brother's bottom line. After all, I'm still a minister of the imperial court, and I should prioritize state affairs."
Lin Feng sighed: "Boy, you have grown up and become scheming."
"No, I'm completely sincere with my brother."
As they talked, they entered the city gate.
Lin Qiaomei was standing at the side of the city gate, waiting for Lin Feng to come back.
"Brother, when will we go back?"
"Let me figure out a plan first. There's no danger in staying in the city."
Zhao Shuo smiled and said, "What's the matter? Do you want to go home?"
Lin Qiaomei rolled her eyes at him and reached out to pull Lin Feng aside.
"Brother, I want to take over the city, what do you think?"
Lin Feng glanced at her excited little face and shook his head.
"There are still more than 10,000 soldiers stationed outside the city. With only 300 or 400 of us, we can't control the city at all."
"Hit and collect at the same time, this is my usual style of play."
"The government troops are not border troops. They are well fed here and are not in danger of going to the front line. That's why they won't follow you. Give up this dangerous idea and keep an eye on the city gate. Once I have a plan, we will return to Lingdouzi."
Lin Qiaomei pouted and turned away.
Lin Feng returned to the inn, locked himself in the room, and began to think about his return journey.
Su Qian returned to the government office and called Du Lisheng over.
The two men dismissed all the servants, closed the door and began to mutter.
"Lord Commander-in-Chief, I have already spread the news. I'm afraid the border troops and Master Tie are already prepared."
Su Qian narrowed his eyes and pondered for a moment.
"Is there any movement from Qin Zhong's side?"
Du Lisheng shook his head: "He and Lin Feng are in the same boat. We can't let him get any information."
"Arrange your men as quickly as possible and keep a close eye on his movements. Don't allow any negligence."
"Don't worry, Lord Commander."
Su Qian could no longer tolerate Lin Feng's arrogance.
They actually took control of the city and drove all the government troops out of the city.
If he wasn't afraid of the huge impact, Su Qian would have wanted to capture Lin Feng in the city.
However, Lin Feng brought 400 elite soldiers with him. If they took action in the city, the noise would be too loud and there would be no way to guarantee that the matter would not be leaked.
The emperor had just bestowed a title on Lin Feng, so it was not appropriate to make it too obvious.
The two could only endure it again and again.
These days, Su Qian and Du Lisheng were almost frustrated and about to explode.
Because Lin Feng is still staying in the inn and shows no signs of leaving.
After receiving the news, Wendihan immediately asked people to find Yinjia Tuoman and Yinjia Bilan to come to the central military tent.
After discussing for a long time, the three decided that Tuoman and Bilan would each lead 2,000 cavalry to intercept Lin Feng in two directions.
Because the information was very clear, Lin Feng only brought 400 cavalrymen.
Two thousand against four hundred, no matter how powerful Lin Feng is, he can't escape their encirclement.
Especially in the wilderness, once they discover your tracks, it will be very difficult to escape.
And Wendihan will command the army and start attacking Lingdouzi Castle.
If Lin Feng is not in the castle, or if the city can be broken into, that would be the best outcome.
Even if we cannot attack the castle, we must prevent the Qingshui troops in the castle from being distracted to support Lin Feng.
The plan was decided, and the three silver-armored men immediately took action.
In the border army camp, Song Yi has returned.
The rescue of Nalan and Song Qi failed, and Qiao Jun was also involved.
Song Yi almost vomited blood and died.
However, they had too few people, so after waiting outside the castle for a few days, they had to return to the camp in disgrace.
When he received the news from the provincial capital, he immediately became excited.
With solid news and Master Tie as the main attacker, he can gain the greatest benefit from it.
General Cui has completely given up on repairing his relationship with Lin Feng.
The emperor also bestowed the title of Viscount on Lin Feng.
I feel very lost.
He led the border troops and confronted the Tatars on the border for two years, although he was defeated repeatedly.
But it did not allow the Tartars to penetrate deep into the interior.
There is hard work even if there is no credit.
Why would you only grant the title to a young boy who is still wet behind the ears?
For such a big event, he was the general of the border army, a second-rank official, and a pillar of the court.
He was not even defeated by an unknown young man who suddenly rose to prominence.
Out of jealousy and hatred, he changed his mind and felt that the court was corrupt and the emperor was incompetent.
Only by being self-reliant can we gain a firm foothold on the border.
Eliminate all evils that hinder his progress.
Therefore, Song Yi also changed her attitude towards him.
Although Song Yi did not explain clearly the operation to intercept Lin Feng's return to Lingdouzi, Cui Yong had a general idea of it.
With Cui Yong's tacit approval, Song Yi assembled three thousand men and left the camp.
He swore to kill Lin Feng on the way back, and even if he died, he would not let Lin Feng return to Lingdouzi Castle alive.
The entire west area of the town was in turmoil, and a large-scale massacre was gradually unfolding.
At this time, Lin Feng was staying in the house drawing.
Zhao Shuo, Xie Chong and others couldn't understand those strange drawings.
Zhao Shuo asked Xie Chong curiously.
"Hey, Lao Xie, is our boss going to change his career and become a craftsman?"
Xie Zhong shook his head in confusion.
"Let's not ask too much about the general's affairs. When I want you to know, I will tell you naturally."
Zhao Shuo had no choice but to stroll out to play with Su Yun.
Lin Feng drew the blueprints for a whole day, and then ordered people to find a few carpenters and blacksmiths.
He sealed off the entire inn and began to research and create his secret weapon.