Wei Jia worriedly said, "Master, you should rest for a while."

Xiao Bojian didn't listen to Wei Jia's words at all. He only snorted coldly as a plan gradually formed in his mind.

By the time He Changdi woke up, it was already the next morning.

Although Su City was next to Liangzhou City, the climate between the two places was like heaven and earth. While Liangzhou was in the middle of winter, Su City could occasionally bask in the warm winter sun.

After a night's rest, Xiao Hongyu and Zhang Mai stepped out of the tent and felt like they had seen the light of day again.

Without the bone-chilling wind and raging snow, there was only the gentle warmth of the sun on their faces, making them feel a little uncomfortable.

Lifting the curtain and entering the tent, Xiao Hongyu joked, "What's wrong, Big Brother He? Why are you in such a hurry to find us? Are you planning to buy some local specialties for sister-in-law?"

Zhang Mai also smiled at Xiao Hongyu's words.

Who knew that He Changdi's expression didn't relax at all this time and instead became even more serious.

"Big Brother Zhang, Hongyu, I have something to discuss with you."

Two days passed. Su City had two sunny days before another wave of wind and snow arrived. The city that had just thawed was once again covered in ice and snow.

At this time, there were only a few people in the commander's tent, but the atmosphere wasn't good.

Yuan Zhong sat at the head of the table with two capable deputy generals beside him. To his left was the Northwestern Army's secretary, Xiao Bojian, and to his right was He Changdi, the representative of the Northern Border Army for requesting reinforcements.

Xiao Bojian picked up the teacup on the small table in front of him with one hand, his delicate face soft and unreasonable. "Officer He, I hope you understand your current situation. The Great General has only made a small request. As long as you agree to it, then we will immediately prepare to hand over the military rations for the border army to you."

He Changdi's face was currently ashen. He gripped the corner of the table with one hand, the veins on the back of his hand bulging. Despite his cold expression, it was obvious that he was angry.

"You're robbing a burning house!"

Xiao Bojian seemed to really enjoy his current angry look. He smiled. "This is Commandant He's fault. There's no such thing as a free lunch in this world. We'll provide whatever you want. Of course, you should also satisfy our small requests, right?"

He Sanlang glanced at Yuan Zhong, who was sitting in the main seat. Yuan Zhong only lowered his head slightly and drank alone. From his appearance, it was clear that he had acquiesced to Xiao Bojian's actions.

He Changdi was very disappointed. If General Qian knew that Yuan Zhong was such a person, he didn't know how disappointed he would be.

"Commandant He, I advise you to relent. After all, you can wait, but the 50,000 soldiers of the Northern Region can't." Xiao Bojian's words were filled with ridicule.

Under such circumstances, he didn't believe that He Changdi would still hold onto Lu Zhou's blueprints.

He Changdi seemed to finally be unable to resist Xiao Bojian's coercion, and a dejected look appeared on his face.

"Okay, I'll give you Lu Zhou's blueprints, but give me half a day. I need to convince my brothers."

He Changdi closed his eyes. His chiseled face was filled with shame and a lot of helplessness. Seeing his painful expression, Xiao Bojian's heart was instantly filled with joy.

"Okay, Commandant He is very straightforward. Then I'll order someone to send you back. I hope Commandant He won't let me and the General wait too long."

He Sanlang left dejectedly. However, when he turned around, in a place where Xiao Bojian couldn't see him, his eyes suddenly darkened.

After He Changdi left the tent, Yuan Zhong's originally depressed face instantly became radiant. He walked down from the main seat and patted Xiao Bojian's shoulder. He praised: "You really have a way. This time, as long as we get Lu Zhou's blueprints, we can make it overnight. Then, the military merits of the Northern Region will belong to our Northwestern Army!"

Xiao Bojian also followed up with a few flattering words. After Yuan Zhong was flattered, he felt even more comfortable.

As soon as he returned to the tent, Zhang Mai and Xiao Hongyu hurriedly greeted him.

"Brother He, how was it?"

He Changdi sat down at the table and shook his head with a frown. "It seems that if we don't hand over Lu Zhou this time, they will absolutely not give up."

"Then, did you agree?"

He Sanlang clenched his fists and nodded. "I promised to give them the blueprints before nightfall."

When Xiao Hongyu heard this answer, his eyes widened in shock. He said in disbelief: "Brother He, you actually agreed!

What if they get the blueprints and don't give us food?

Are we going to wait for death in the north? "

When Zhang Mai saw Xiao Hongyu was so impulsive, he quickly stopped him. "What nonsense are you talking about!

Do you think your brother He is such a blind person? "

After Zhang Mai finished shouting, Xiao Hongyu turned his head and looked at He Changdi seriously. "Zixiang, tell me the truth. Do you have a plan?"

He Changdi pursed his lips and looked at the two. His eyes were filled with determination. There was no trace of the frustration he had when he was in the commander's tent. "It's not time yet, so I can't tell you. But as long as you believe me, I won't let you down!"

"Good!

With these words of yours, I will believe you! "

Zhang Mai's expression also became firm. He didn't forget to pat Xiao Hongyu's shoulder. "Little brat, did you hear that?!"

Xiao Hongyu took a deep breath and sat back down on the bed. The usually talkative young man was now like a gourd with its mouth cut off.

Zhang Mai shook his head. "He's like this. Don't worry about him. When the time comes, you'll be fine."

He Changdi had been with these people for several months. Especially since he was in the same tent as Xiao Hongyu, he naturally knew what kind of personality this kid had.

He really didn't care.

He already knew that things wouldn't go so smoothly after meeting Xiao Bojian, but he didn't expect him to have ideas about Lu Zhou. Fortunately, he was more careful when he entered the Northwestern Army camp.

Otherwise, he would really be screwed this time.

He had already dragged it out for two days. If he didn't pretend to agree today, Yuan Zhong would probably use force.

The Northwestern Army had been silent for too long. At this time, the Great Wu Dynasty was gradually entering a golden age. There weren't as many places to use troops as there were during the founding of the dynasty.

The Northwestern Army was facing the threat of annexation and disarmament. The Yuan family was the Yuan family because they controlled the Northwestern Army. Once the Northwestern Army was destroyed, the Yuan family would also plummet.

This wasn't just Yuan Zhong's struggle, but the entire Yuan family's struggle.

The Northwestern Army had been silent for a few years now. Presumably, it wouldn't be long before they faced destruction. What they needed the most right now was military exploits. Once the credit for driving out the Tuhun people fell into their hands, then even if the emperor wanted to eliminate the Northwestern Army, he would have to wait for a few years to find a good opportunity.

Xiao Bojian probably saw this point, that's why he tied the Northwestern Army to his ship!

This man is still as scary as he was in his previous life!

He Changdi's narrow eyes became deeper and deeper. It's just that in this life, he was no longer the He family's third young master!

Xiao Bojian was lying down in his tent with a letter in his hand.

His hand, which was even more beautiful than a woman's, was holding two pieces of paper as he quickly read through them.

The letter was from the British Duke and was nothing more than a greeting letter. At the end of the letter, there was a slight mention of his marriage.

Xiao Bojian's age wasn't young anymore. Previously, he didn't talk about marriage because of his low status. But now, he was already the top scholar in high school. With the British Duke's help, he was placed in an important position in the court.

In the letter, the British Duke mentioned that he wanted to marry Fifth Miss Su to him. This way, they would be master and disciple as well as father-in-law and son-in-law.

The old British Duke's tone in the letter was as if the matter had already been decided.

Xiao Bojian's pair of peach blossom eyes revealed an ominous glint as he coldly snorted and threw the letter into the brazier next to him.

The silver coals in the brazier immediately burst into flames and engulfed the two pieces of paper.

Xiao Bojian's heart was filled with disdain. Humph, this old man, I just gained a foothold in the court and he's already in a hurry to tie me up with marriage. This old thing thinks that I, Xiao Bojian, will be manipulated by him?

And Chu Su?

She's just the daughter of a third-rate aristocratic family. How could she be worthy of being his wife?!

Back then, Chu Lian's marriage with the He family had been facilitated by the British Duke. Back then, how could the British Duke not know that he and Chu Lian had feelings for each other? Xiao Bojian had hinted to his master, but when he saw the opportunity to climb up to Duke Jing 'an's estate, the British Duke didn't even consider his thoughts and resolutely betrothed Chu Lian to He Sanlang!

Other than Chu Lian, he would never marry another daughter of the Chu family!

Meanwhile, in the distant Shengjing, the entire city was currently busy and joyous.

It was almost New Year's. The streets and alleys were filled with commoners preparing for the new year.

The British Duke's Estate was livelier than usual. After all, a top scholar had appeared in the British Duke's Estate this year.

That top scholar was the famous Xiao Wujing of the Imperial College. He was the old British Duke's favorite disciple.

Although he wasn't a legitimate son of the Chu family, a disciple was still considered half a son. The British Duke's Estate, which had been quiet for many years, was especially lively this year. Even the servants who went out to buy things held their heads high. They felt that they had also basked in Young Master Xiao's glory.

In the inner courtyard of the British Duke's Estate, the juniors greeted the Old Master and Old Madam.

The Old Madam of the British Duke's Estate felt suffocated when she saw her granddaughters. Her sons were still working hard on the concubines. After this year, a few more girls would appear.

The youngest was Sister Bug. She was only a month old. She was the child of Chu Lian's father's concubine. She was already fifteen …

The Old Madam of the British Duke's Estate glanced at him in disdain. She muttered in her heart, "Another money-losing thing!"

The concubines of the British Duke's Estate were constantly giving birth. Especially after Xiao Bojian reached high school, he seemed to be giving birth even more.

However, there weren't many legitimate sons and daughters.

It made sense. The wives of the first branch, second branch, and third branch weren't young anymore. They were past childbearing age. Even if they could still give birth, the lustful male masters probably wouldn't be interested in them anymore. Instead, they had more and more concubines.

The British Duke's Estate didn't lack children in the first place. They didn't care about these illegitimate sons and daughters.

The Old Madam of the British Duke's Estate glanced at her children and grandchildren. Then, she waved her hand impatiently and ordered the concubines to take the children away. Only a few mistresses and a few legitimate grandsons and granddaughters remained.

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