above the galaxy

Chapter 538

Zhao Depu was hesitant.

Offer my loyalty?

If I give my loyalty to the Zhong family, what about the Shen family?
Can you split my loyalty in two?
"City Lord Zhao, you should know clearly that if loyalty is not absolute, it is equal to absolute disloyalty." Phoenix seemed to know what Zhao Depu was thinking, and its voice was like thunder, shaking Zhao Depu's heart.

According to practical psychology analysis, people tend to procrastinate and avoid difficult decisions.

Obviously, Zhao Depu hopes to become a "fence-sitter".

He is an old fellow who is about to retire, and let his successor deal with this complicated situation.

When I was drinking just now, I felt a little regretful and reluctant when I thought about my retirement next year.

Someone suggested to help him with Shen's business, and he did not refuse on the spot.
What I’m thinking now is, please let me leave now, my butt is about to be on fire.

"If I remember correctly, you were the Lord of Golden City in the 278th year of the Phoenix Calendar, right? At that time, my father even summoned you to the Phoenix Palace to talk."

"I ask you to fulfill your duties as the Lord of Golden City. Golden City is located in the northern border. It is the first majestic city you see after opening the northern gate of the empire. Its geographical location is very important. I also ask you that as the Lord of Golden City, you must have the important task of keeping the people safe and protecting the territory."

"I think City Lord Zhao must have nodded repeatedly and said yes, right?"

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Zhao Depu looked embarrassed, but also a little annoyed.

When the emperor assigns you a task, can you not nod in agreement?
Do you want to do this?

Fenghuang had been observing the subtle changes in Zhao Depu's expression and eyes. After noticing some shame in his eyes, she immediately struck while the iron was hot and said in a deep voice:

"Lord Zhao, now that things have come to this, I would like to ask why the Zhong family is still in high esteem in Fengming Palace. Although the Zhong family has been persecuted by powerful officials, they remain unyielding and will make a comeback at any time."

"The legitimate government is still in place, and the throne is intact. How can you serve the enemy and shut out the true master of the empire?"

"As an important official of the empire, shouldn't you rise up and help the king relieve his worries and eliminate traitors for the country? Is this how City Lord Zhao repays the king for his kindness to you?"

"If that's the case, then a hundred years from now, how will the history books write about City Lord Zhao's name? How will the world evaluate your life? You'll probably be labeled as ungrateful and evil, right?"

As the eldest princess of the empire, Fenghuang held high the big stick of orthodoxy and justice, and hit Zhao Depu on the head with the stick left and right.

Zhao Depu felt himself sweating profusely and almost fell down.

This woman was eloquent and her words were so sharp that he could hardly resist.

"Lord Zhao, it is not too late to mend your ways." Phoenix's ulterior motive was exposed, and he said, "Remove the defenses of Golden City and open the gates of Golden City. I swear on the honor of the eldest princess of the empire that when the rebel army enters the city, we will never harm the people in the city."

Zhao Depu was still hesitant.

"Lord Zhao, you should know that if we wanted to fight to the death, we would have sent people to attack the city a long time ago. With the barbarians and the fierceness of the Heavenly Wolf Army, I'm afraid that the Golden City will suffer heavy losses, right?"

"We can't bear to see people suffering and killing each other, so we stopped fifty miles away from the Golden City. City Lord Zhao, whether to fight or make peace is up to you. The population of this Golden City is nearly ten million, and it depends on your decision."

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Zhao Depu is under a lot of pressure.

Zhao Depu looked at Fenghuang and said, "Your Highness, as the Lord of Golden City, I am mainly responsible for keeping the people safe. As for defending the territory, there is another General Minghui who is preparing for war in the military office. If he disagrees, I have no choice."

The Phoenix Empire has separated military and political power, with the city responsible for the economy, development, and the people's well-being.

The army is responsible for maintaining internal stability and guarding the peace of the area.

Although the Military Office and the City Defense General are subordinate to the City Lord's Office, they have a high degree of autonomy.
In other words, if the general defending the city does not give face to the city lord, the city lord can do nothing.

He was ready to throw Yuan Minghui out and bear the huge pressure with him.

There is no way, I would rather die than let my friend die.
If two of us carry it together, even if Shen Wuxiang blames me in the future, he can still say that I am just an old man who is powerless. What can I do?

Then, Yuan Minghui would be dragged away and beheaded.

Fenghuang was overjoyed, knowing that Zhao Depu had been shaken and the advantage was leaning towards her.

Tang Fei, Qin Jianyi, Lu Diyu and others smiled at each other, if they could take over the Golden City without fighting, it would be a great thing and it could also serve as a good role model.

When the following cities saw that Golden City had invested directly, they would naturally follow suit.

Who wants to fight?

Qin Jianyi was really envious. Tang Fei was so lucky to have such a virtuous wife.

No wonder countless people wanted to pursue Her Highness Phoenix back then, even Shen Xinglan, the pride of the Shen family, was no exception.

The phoenix is ​​not only beautiful and elegant, but also has a heart with seven orifices.

She can bring you so much.
Given her identity as the eldest princess of the dynasty, who wouldn't be confused?
If I and Tang Fei had stepped forward to persuade them to surrender, I'm afraid they would have started scolding me a long time ago.

One is the remnant of the Tang family, and the other is a traitor of the Qin family. How could they give me a chance to speak?
If the name is not correct, the words will not be correct.

He and Tang Fei have never been the masters of this empire.

What Lu was thinking was: This woman is really good at giving blowjobs.

very eloquent.

"City Lord Zhao only needs to express his position. General Yuan Minghui has other things to communicate with."

"???"

Zhao Depu looked at Fenghuang in surprise. What did further communication mean?
Have you guys communicated well?
Now that we have communicated well, just ask Yuan Minghui to open the door. Why are you still talking so much to me?
At this moment, the door of the viewing room was pushed open and Yuan Minghui rushed in.

"City Lord, I heard about our network."

Before he could finish his words, he saw Phoenix's face on the big screen.

Zhong Yu Xiuxue was a celebrity in the empire and a princess of the empire who often appeared in the news. There was no way he didn't know her.

"General Minghui, how have you been lately?" Fenghuang took the initiative to greet him calmly.

Yuan Minghui fell into the same predicament as Zhao Depu. How should this be called? How should we face it?

"General Minghui, City Lord Zhao is preparing to withdraw the defense line, open the city gates, and welcome the rebel army into the city. What do you think?" Fenghuang directly dropped the bombshell.

Yuan Minghui looked at Zhao Depu in surprise. Has this old guy already surrendered?
“I don’t have any. I just…”

Zhao Depu wanted to deny it.

But, I was willing in my heart.
If I deny it now, wouldn't that be a loss to both sides?

Just as Fenghuang said just now, if loyalty is not absolute, it is absolutely disloyal.

If Shen knew that his attitude was ambiguous, he would naturally be unhappy and punish him severely.

Not to mention Phoenix, the first person they would kill after entering the city would be themselves.
Unless they can't enter the city. But can they be stopped?
Zhao Depu had no confidence.

Thinking of this, he simply stopped explaining.

Seeing Zhao Depu suddenly fall silent, Yuan Minghui instantly understood his attitude.

The old guy really voted.

Fenghuang saw Yuan Minghui's gloomy face and anxious expression, and said, "If I'm not mistaken, General Minghui is a student of the Empire's First Military Academy, right?"

"Yes." Yuan Minghui didn't know why Fenghuang mentioned this, and nodded in response: "It's the 77th class."

"Oh, then General Minghui and I are alumni. General Minghui is my senior brother," said Fenghuang in a clear voice.

"I don't deserve to be your highness's senior brother." Yuan Minghui cupped his hands and spoke.

Zhao Depu's attitude also affected his attitude, and Zhao Depu's choice would inevitably affect his choice.

Even if the fight is about to start, you can still show some respect in advance.

Therefore, he also addressed Phoenix as 'Your Highness'.

Fenghuang showed an anxious look on her face and asked, "Does General Minghui know that Dean Shang Xiulin of the Empire's First Military Academy has been captured by Shen Wuxiang?"

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Yuan Minghui was speechless.

How should he answer this question?
He said he didn't know. That's unrealistic and too hypocritical.

Who among the high-ranking officials of the empire doesn't know that President Shang Xiulin has been imprisoned by the military minister at Tingfeng Cliff in Qishan?
He said, "You know what? Your mentor is in prison, and you are still working for the thieves?"
Seeing Yuan Minghui's expression, Zhao Depu felt greatly relieved.

I can't let myself suffer this pain alone.

Now you know that this woman has a sharp tongue, right?
He couldn't resist it. Yuan Minghui couldn't resist it either.

As we all know, when a person makes a dangerous and uncertain choice, he hopes that all his close friends and relatives around him are people who share the same ideals as him.

It seems that the more people follow your choice, the more correct it is and the more secure you feel.

I took a bite of shit, and you guys followed suit, and then we can only praise how delicious this shit is.

Zhao Depu voted, and he also hoped that Yuan Minghui would vote.

"General Minghui is an elite of the school and a talent of the empire. For more than ten years, he has been confined to a corner of the empire, unable to achieve success and realize his ambitions. It is really sad and lamentable."

"Heroes grow old, beauties fade with age. Time waits for no one. How much time do you have left for General Minghui?"

"If we don't seize this opportunity, who knows when the next opportunity will come? Does General Minghui have to endure this northern border for the rest of his life?"

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It has to be said that Fenghuang's words really touched Yuan Minghui's heart.

Just now at Zhao Depu's birthday party, he was still complaining that he was in a remote corner and unable to achieve anything.

He also graduated from a prestigious university and was once a prominent figure among the younger generation.

Unfortunately, the widow was asleep and there was no one above her, so she couldn't enter the core cities or the center of the empire to work.

Even the three ace troops couldn't get in.

Moreover, there was a secret that he was embarrassed to reveal in public.

The reason why he was able to reach his current position was that Dean Shang Xiulin could not bear to see the school's outstanding graduates being buried, so he recommended him to a senior in the military.

The senior brother said frankly that it was impossible to arrange a core position, so he could go to the border and look for opportunities there.

He went to the northern border, and relying on his own ability and diligence, as well as the care of his senior in the military, he became the general defending the Golden City.

Just as His Highness asked just now, President Shang has been captured, but you are still working for the thieves?
I feel so guilty.

Phoenix has lived in the deep palace for a long time and is well aware of the selfishness of human nature.

Old guys like Zhao Depu who are about to retire have eaten all they should eat, drank all they should drink, and enjoyed all they could. They no longer have any expectations for the future, and what they care about most is their reputation during their lifetime and after their death.

That's why Phoenix kept attacking his weak spot, saying bluntly that he had received the king's kindness without thinking of repaying it, and even if he died he would be cursed as "unfaithful and unfilial".

Yuan Minghui was young and strong, graduated from a prestigious university, and had outstanding talents. Naturally, he was unwilling to be under someone else's command for a long time and be a general guarding the city in the northern border for the rest of his life.

What he cared about most was naturally a bright future and the opportunity to fight in battles and kill enemies and make achievements.

Therefore, Phoenix launched the attack based on this ambition.

Phoenix's expression was solemn and his words were sincere:
"General Minghui, if you don't give up, please join us in eradicating the traitors and evildoers, killing the rebels and powerful officials, restoring the empire to its rightful position, and protecting the country."

"When the time comes to plan for success, you will definitely have a place in the Military Affairs Council."

“Moreover, at that time, we can also rescue the dean from the thieves. Saving Dean Shang alone is equivalent to saving the cultural spirit of the empire.”

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Yuan Minghui remained silent for a long time.

He was moved.

Since there is a private relationship, save Dean Shang Xiulin.

There is also a righteous cause, which is to restore the empire's legitimacy and protect the country's stability.

The most important thing is that she promised herself a position in the Military Affairs Council. What level would she get?
If he doesn't do some hard work, is he qualified to sit in this position?
"General, this won't work." Li Qingmiao, the deputy who was following him, saw Yuan Minghui's expression and quickly advised him: "This is treason. If the military minister investigates, our entire family will be executed."

Li Qingmiao is loyal to the Shen family, and his arrival was originally intended to supervise and check the situation.

If Yuan Minghui took the lead in surrendering, he would have a hard time explaining himself when he returned.

chap!
Yuan Minghui turned around suddenly, drew out the long sword at his waist like lightning, and slashed Li Qingmiao's neck with one blow.

"Traitors should be killed."

"Gudong."

Li Qingmiao covered his neck and looked at Yuan Minghui in disbelief.

This kid rebelled?

boom!
His body hit the hard moonstone ground with a heavy thud.

Yuan Minghui sheathed his sword, looked at Fenghuang with a firm and ardent gaze, waved his hand, and said loudly: "Remove the defense, open the city gate and welcome Her Royal Highness the Princess home."

(End of this chapter)