My father is a Confucian sage, but the system forces me to be a crude warrior

Chapter 166 Dad: Why should I be afraid of rumors?
Who invented the term "poetry"?

So useful!
Zeng Anmin looked at the eldest princess who had fallen into silence.

The corners of his mouth curled up unconsciously.

There was a hint of smile in his eyes.

Obviously, I made the right choice in writing the poem "Inscribed on the South Village of the Capital".

Of course, this poem title cannot be used in this world.

Whether it is Nanzhuang or Liuzhuang.

The important thing is to be able to pretend.

There is a saying that goes, being able to pretend is a blessing.

"Regarding the matter of volunteering to go to war, I still need to ask my father."

Zeng Anmin interrupted the princess's lost in thought and said with a steady look:
"Your Highness, as a member of the royal family, I understand that it is not easy for you to be on good terms with the generals in the army."

"But even though I am just a scholar, I still have to consider my father, so I have to think long-term."

"As for Wu Qianfeng, I will try to talk to him more before we go on the expedition."

The eldest princess slowly raised her head, revealing her calm eyes.

No words were spoken for a long time.

"Ah."

……

Zeng Anmin left the Liu Mansion.

He didn't see Liu Xian.

Only after leaving Liu Mansion did he roughly understand the purpose of the princess's meeting with him this time.

It’s still for the Xihuangtu.

Of course, it's also to show off muscles.

She revealed her martial arts aura, and to a large extent, she was also expressing her dissatisfaction to herself.

She helped her father in the court.

And since she hadn't found any clues to the Xihuangtu for such a long time, she thought she was being passive and slacking.

"Fourth-rank warrior."

Zeng Anmin was riding on a horse, recalling the eldest princess's heroic appearance.

The corners of his mouth curled up unconsciously.

“That’s powerful!”

"Da da da."

He pulled the reins, his eyes flashing with a gleam of light:
"Now the purpose of the eldest princess' request for the Xihuangtu has become clearer."

"She is a fourth-rank warrior, so it is natural for her to want the Xihuangtu."

"Then the conditions I can propose can naturally be bolder."

"........."

Several days passed.

Zeng Anmin shuttled back and forth between the Imperial College and the palace.

In the past few days, he has felt a glimpse of an opportunity for a breakthrough.

But every time it comes to the last moment, there is always that little bit left.

But in order to avoid being exposed, he could not take the initiative to ask anyone and could only suppress the matter.

"The rain is coming."

Although it was in the Imperial College, nothing happened.

But through some of the daily conversations between students, he could also feel a brewing storm slowly approaching.

There's going to be a war.

Some actions were taken frequently in the palace today.

The Ministry of War and the Ministry of Revenue were also fully cooperating with Duke Tian Ji of Wei.

Many smart people have guessed from these actions that His Majesty wants to start a war.

Everyone is doing things in a tacit understanding, and everyone has been working diligently during this period, not daring to make the slightest mistake.

"Master Zeng."

That day, Zeng Anmin had just returned home from church.

Then a familiar voice was heard.

He dismounted from his horse and looked towards the source of the sound.

Wu Qianfeng was fully armed and wearing heavy armor and stood in front of Zeng's mansion.

However, in contrast to his tall and straight figure was the shy look on his face.

"How did you come?"

Zeng Anmin's heart moved slightly when he saw Wu Qianfeng.

Wu Qianfeng was in the army these days, so it was not convenient for him to go to him directly.

Therefore, the eldest princess's order could only be kept in mind for the time being.

I never thought that he would come to me today.

But counting the days, it is indeed time for him to find himself.

After so many days, he should have trained his troops well enough.

"I came to keep my appointment."

Wu Qianfeng approached Zeng Anmin, the armor plates on his body jingling.

He bowed to Zeng Anmin as a disciple and said, "What I promised Master Zeng last time can be fulfilled today."

"what?"

Zeng Anmin was a little confused when he saw how serious he was.

"It's about the Jiaofangsi." Wu Qianfeng coughed, a little embarrassed, his eyes looked away, and he said in a shy voice:

"Master Zeng, just spend your money today. I have borrowed money from my colleagues before coming here. I will never spoil Master Zeng's mood."

"Get lost."

Zeng Anmin rolled his eyes: "I was just joking at the time, but you took it seriously. I am not that kind of person!"

"Uh."

His performance caught Wu Qianfeng off guard.

For a moment, the eight-foot-tall man stood there at a loss as to what to do.

"How many did you bring?"

Zeng Anmin crossed his arms and looked at Wu Qianfeng with raised eyebrows.

"what?"

Wu Qianfeng was so confused by Zeng Anmin's train of thought that he didn't know what to say.

"What? How much money did you bring?"

Zeng Anmin was amused by the silly boy's performance.

"One hundred taels."

Wu Qianfeng pursed his lips and lowered his voice seriously:

"That's definitely enough."

"Ah."

Zeng Anmin laughed

This child is so honest.

"Let's go! We can talk while we walk."

Zeng Anmin casually handed the reins to Wu Qianfeng.

"Hey!"

Wu Qianfeng naturally took the reins handed to him by Zeng Anmin, led the horse for Zeng Anmin, and followed behind him.

Zeng Anmin is still wearing blue clothes today.

He is now sixteen years old and his body is not fully grown yet.

But because of his martial arts training, he is much taller than his peers, more than seven feet tall.

Even though she looks weak, once she takes off her clothes, she can definitely drive young ladies crazy.

As a fierce general in the army, Wu Qianfeng has an air of dignity without being angry.

There was shock in his eyes.

Except for the respectful look when he was looking at Zeng Anmin, when he was looking at other places, his eyes were more fierce than a tiger.

In addition, he had just finished his shift and had not had time to change his armor. The deterrent power on him made all the people on the street look at him sideways and dare not look around.

"How old are you this year?"

Zeng Anmin picked up an apple and threw it at Wu Qianfeng.

Wu Qianfeng took it subconsciously, was stunned for a moment, and replied: "Twenty-six."

Twenty-six?
Zeng Anmin raised his eyebrows.

About the same age as Bai Ziqing.

"Have you ever heard of Bai Ziqing?"

Zeng Anmin raised his eyebrows and asked.

"The name of the White-Cloaked Swordsman in the capital is well-known in my martial arts."

When Wu Qianfeng mentioned Bai Ziqing, his face showed indifference.

"I don't know many martial artists, Bai Ziqing is one of them, he is known as the best swordsman in the capital."

Zeng Anmin raised his eyebrows and looked at Wu Qianfeng.

When Wu Qianfeng heard Zeng Anmin's words, his mouth twitched, then he sighed and did not fight for it.

Zeng Anmin began to follow up the topic:

"But I remember my cousin told me that my cousin's husband is the best swordsman in the capital. This confused me."

The two men were walking on the street, and the people on the street would retreat away when they saw Wu Qianfeng's armor.

After hearing Zeng Anmin's words, Wu Qianfeng raised his head abruptly, with a hint of astonishment in his tiger eyes:
"May I ask, Master Zeng, your cousin's husband..."

Zeng Anmin showed a proud look on his face: "Zhongyuan Bo Duan Yuheng."

As soon as these words came out, Wu Qianfeng's pupils suddenly contracted.

He stared at Zeng Anmin in a daze.

"what happened?"

Zeng Anmin frowned and looked at Wu Qianfeng.

He was asking knowingly.

Only by discussing this topic can we move on to a smooth and natural course.

If you want to ask Wu Qianfeng for some information about your cousin's husband, you can't just ask him right away.

"nothing."

Wu Qianfeng opened his mouth to say something, but swallowed the words back down and just helped Zeng Anmin lead the horse.

As the two were talking, they had already arrived at the door of the Jiaofangsi.

The Beijing Jiaofangsi is different from other third-rate brothels.

It is well-known in the Great Saint Dynasty. It is different from other places where the girls who attract bees and butterflies and show off their bodies stand at the door to solicit customers.

There were only a few eunuchs standing at the entrance of the Jiaofangsi.

Zeng Anmin stopped and stood.

A long-lost feeling of emotion emerged in my heart.

at last……

Or did I find myself here? !

Damn fate, I want to see what excuse you can use to stop me today?
"go!"

Zeng Anmin waved his hand and led Wu Qianfeng in.

Full of ceremony.

Wu Qianfeng's eyes flashed with astonishment.

He didn't understand why Master Zeng's movements looked so exaggerated?

However, Zeng Anmin has not yet stepped into the threshold.

Then the sound of horses galloping was heard.

"Drive!! Drive!!"

"General Wu! Urgent call!"

……

Zeng Anmin's eyelids twitched.

He raised his head expressionlessly and walked towards the source of the sound.

At this time, Wu Qianfeng had just helped Zeng Anmin tie up the horse.

He looked up blankly at the knight who was rushing towards him.

"General Wu, His Majesty has come to the parade grounds in person to watch the military parade! Mount your horses and return!"

Wu Qianfeng opened his mouth.

Zeng Anmin couldn't help but clench his fists.

This damn fate!

"it is good."

When Wu Qianfeng heard this, his eyes became solemn.

Your Majesty wants to watch the military parade in person.

This is an opportunity for him.

"Go quickly, I still need to go to Shangshu Mansion to look for Master Zeng."

?

The corner of Zeng Anmin's mouth twitched.

He took a look at the environment inside the Jiaofangsi with a look of despair.

He pursed his lips and could only sigh.

"No, I'm right here."

He walked towards the knight with an expressionless face.

"Your Majesty, why are you looking for me to watch the military parade?"

There was a hint of doubt in his voice.

"It's a long story, I'll try to be brief."

When the knight saw Zeng Anmin, his expression became serious and he said:
"Recently, rumors have suddenly spread from the south of Liangjiang County."

"It is said that Lord Zeng has been an official in Fengqi Road for many years and has intentionally allowed the demon tribe to be in Fengqi Road."

"Otherwise, how could the demon race easily appear in Liangjiang County, kill Huang Yuangao, and steal the Dragon Map?"

When he said this, Zeng Anmin's eyes narrowed.

Someone framed me!

This was the thought that came to his mind subconsciously.

The sergeant continued:

"I don't know who leaked the news that the method of forming the Yuanyang Army was passed down by you, which caused dissatisfaction among some officials in the court. They said that the Duke of Wei was negligent in training the army and did not use his own strengths, but instead used the methods of outsiders."

"This has caused His Majesty's dissatisfaction, so he wants to watch the military exercise in person."

"Even you are implicated in this."

"If the military exercise is not effective, someone will definitely use this rumor to make a fuss..."

……

Hearing this, Zeng Anmin's eyes became deep.

It seems that someone has decided to take action against my father and myself?

"Well, let's go."

Thinking of this, Zeng Anmin no longer hesitated.

He went straight to the horses, glanced at Wu Qianfeng and said:
"Mount!"

Wu Qianfeng hesitated.

But he also knew that the situation was urgent and he had no choice.

He mounted the horse and sat behind Zeng Anmin.

"drive!!"

Zeng Anmin reined in his horse.

The horse's hooves were raised high.

Then the two riders galloped wildly along the Beijing Road.

……

Beijing.

School grounds.

Emperor Jianhong sat calmly on the military parade platform.

There was a gloom in his eyes.

At this time, he was surrounded by several officials.

On the left stood the Prime Minister Li Zhen, Duke of Weiguo Tian Ji, Minister of War Zeng Shilin, and Minister of Revenue Lou Yingqi.

On the right are the Minister of Rites Guo Guangxiao, the Vice Minister of Works Liu Chengqian, and the eunuch Si Zhongxiao.

Behind him, sat a graceful and elegant woman.

A woman's curves are natural.

Sitting behind Emperor Jianhong, his nobleness was no less than that of Emperor Jianhong.

She is the eldest princess.

The people on the stage had different expressions.

Emperor Jianhong had no expression on his face, and just looked indifferently at the 5,000 newly formed troops below the stage.

Zeng Shilin and Lou Yingqi looked repeatedly at Weiguogong Tian Ji.

Tian Ji, on the other hand, looked at his nose with his eyes, and his heart with his nose. His expression was calm and his demeanor was natural.

The Minister of Rites Guo Guangxiao stood beside Jianhong, with a mischievous look flashing across his face from time to time, and he looked at Tian Ji and his group with a half-smile.

The Minister of Works Liu Chenggan had a similar attitude. He looked at the soldiers in the field from time to time, and looked up at Zeng Shilin and Lou Yingqi from time to time.

"How long has the Mandarin Duck Army been established?"

Emperor Jianhong spoke slowly, with a hint of coldness in his voice.

Tian Ji bowed respectfully and said, "Your Majesty, one more day in ten days."

"Eleven days."

Emperor Jianhong's eyes were like dead water as he looked at Tian Ji:

"I heard that you have a different way of training your army?"

Emperor Jianhong's questions went straight to the point.

The four words "find a new way" are used very well.

But no one can understand the meaning.

Liu Chenggan, the Minister of Works, looked at Tian Ji with a half-smile, a hint of gloating in his eyes.

Tian Ji was silent for a moment, then he slowly raised his head and said calmly, "Your Majesty, the way Young Master Zeng trains his troops is not a new way of doing things. I have been in charge of the army for half my life, and I never joke."

"This method of training the army will never go wrong."

……

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone fell silent.

Zeng Shilin was stunned.

He looked at Tian Ji blankly.

I want to confirm whether this Duke is joking.

But Tian Ji's face was calm and he didn't seem to be joking at all.

Zeng Shilin clenched his fists under his sleeves.

Old thing, you can't handle His Majesty yourself, so you drag my son into it?
He pursed his lips and was about to speak to Zeng Anmin's defense.

But he heard the Minister of Works Liu Chengqian standing up and respectfully said to Emperor Jianhong:

"Your Majesty, the Mandarin Duck Army Formation was created by Young Master Zeng. It is understandable that you were confused for a moment after hearing Young Master Zeng's words."

With just one sentence, Tian Ji was almost completely absolved of all responsibility.

All the thorns were directed at Zeng Anmin...

Emperor Jianhong glanced at Liu Chenggan indifferently.

Liu Chenggan smiled faintly and thought calmly.

"Duke Weiguo, what do you think of what Lord Liu said?"

Emperor Jianhong looked towards Tian Ji.

"Although what Minister Liu said has some facts, it lacks objectivity. I have long admired Zeng Anmin's method of training troops, so I certainly would not be deceived by him. How could a little kid like him deceive me about training troops?"

Tian Ji didn't give Liu Chengqian any face and continued to look calm.

Just hearing these words made Zeng Shilin sweat a little.

He narrowed his eyes and glared at Tian Ji.

Old man, aren’t you putting my son on the spot by saying this?
Zeng Shilin took a deep breath, then bowed to Emperor Jianhong and said:

"Your Majesty, I am not familiar with military affairs. Even if I have some methods to train the army, they may be immature, but they are also for the sake of Your Majesty's great cause and what I want."

"It is understandable that we neglect military intelligence."

……

Hear this.

Liu Chengqian, the Minister of Works, raised his eyebrows slightly.

He glanced at Tian Ji without leaving a trace.

"The crime of neglecting military intelligence can be either great or small."

Liu Chengqian smiled calmly and looked at Zeng Shilin calmly:
"Master Zeng, the death of Mr. Huang has touched the bottom line. Now everyone in our Great Saint Dynasty is waiting for your Majesty to give an explanation. The urgency of the formation of the Yuanyang Army is unprecedented."

(End of this chapter)