Three Kingdoms: I, Liu Feng, do not want to die

Chapter 186 The time has come, Xiahou Mao has arrived at Wuguan (Additional update)
Guo Huai's military report arrived in Chang'an first.

Because local tyrants such as Yang Tiao in Anding County kidnapped officials and occupied Yuezhi City, an important place in Longdong, in response to Zhuge Liang, they posed a great threat to the flank of Chang'an.

Therefore.

Cao Rui, who had just been appointed as the Crown Prince of Wei and in charge of the military affairs of Yong and Liang states, discussed with General Cao Zhen, the General of the Western Expedition, and decided that Cao Zhen would go to Anding County to quell the rebellion, while Cao Rui would stay in Chang'an to coordinate the military affairs of Yong and Liang states.

So arranged.

The rebellion in Yuezhi City can be quelled as soon as possible without affecting the military dispatch of Yong and Liang.

If the rebellion cannot be quelled quickly, the longer it goes on, the more people will respond to Zhuge Liang, and it will be more difficult to end it.

The local tyrants in the counties are not fools.

Since Zhuge Liang led his troops to Longyou, the military performance of the Han and Wei sides would determine whether the county lords would respect the Han or the Wei.

For local tyrants, loyalty to the emperor and the country is too illusory, and protecting their homes and clans is the most important thing.

If Han was stronger, then returning to Han would be the best survival choice; on the contrary, if Han was not strong enough, naturally no powerful people would be willing to return to Han.

The old palace of Chang'an.

Cao Zhen's son Cao Shuang quickly stepped inside and delivered Guo Huai's latest military report to the Wei prince Cao Rui.

"Your Highness, Yongzhou Governor Guo Huai has requested reinforcements again." There was heroic spirit in Cao Shuang's brows, and he seemed eager to try.

Obviously, Cao Shuang had the idea of reinforcing Longyou.

Before Cao Rui had finished reading the military report sent by Guo Huai, Cao Shuang asked again: "The General of the Western Expedition is still in Anding County suppressing the rebellion and it is difficult for him to leave. Why don't I lead the troops to reinforce Longyou for the time being?"

As the saying goes: A newborn calf is not afraid of a tiger.

Although Yang Qiu was stopped at Jieting, which proved the ferocity of the Han army in Longyou, Cao Shuang still believed that it was not the Han army that was too fierce but Yang Qiu that was too weak.

I can do it!

Cao Rui did not comment and carefully read Guo Huai's military report.

This is not the first time Guo Huai has asked for help.

Guo Huai has already sent several similar requests for help.

However, because it took time to mobilize troops and food from Guanzhong, there was a rebellion among the people in Anding County, and Yang Qiu had already led the vanguard, Guo Huai's request for help was put on hold.

This request for help was different from the previous ones. Guo Huai clearly stated in the letter: Please transfer Zhang He from Wuguan to reinforce Longyou!

Obviously.

Guo Huai was very worried about the situation in Longyou and was very dissatisfied with Yang Qiu who came to reinforce Longyou.

even.

The tone of Guo Huai's letter seemed to be blaming Chang'an for the poor dispatch, as they only sent Yang Qiu to reinforce Longyou. If it was Zhang He who reinforced Longyou, Zhuge Liang would have withdrawn his troops long ago.

The implication is that it was the decision-making problems in Chang'an that led to the growing momentum of the Han army in Longyou.

Judging from the fact that You Chu, the prefect of Longxi County, was in charge of Longxi County, what Guo Huai said was not wrong.

When Tianshui and Nangan counties surrendered, You Chu insisted that the county officials hold on for a month, saying that they could surrender if no reinforcements arrived after a month.

result.

Not only did You Chu fail to wait for reinforcements, but Zhuge Liang also bribed most of the powerful and civilians, which led to the loss of Longxi and You Chu had to flee to Jincheng.

It also indirectly led to the Liangzhou Governor Meng Jian not daring to compete with Zhuge Liang, and only daring to talk about old friendship with Zhuge Liang to protect Liangzhou.

This is why Guo Huai is very dissatisfied with Yang Qiu.

If you don't have the skills, don't take on the job.

What’s the point if we can’t even capture Jieting?
Cao Rui put down the military newspaper and rubbed his forehead.

The situation in Longyou was more serious than Cao Rui had expected.

Zhuge Liang’s advancement speed is too fast!
The three counties were captured in just one month, which means there was almost no effective resistance in the three counties, and it was more likely that all the counties were persuaded to surrender!

Thinking that even the northernmost Anding County had powerful people responding, Cao Rui felt even more troubled.

For Cao Rui, being named the Crown Prince of Wei and supervising the military affairs of Yong and Liang was a test of his political status.

If it succeeds, Cao Rui's position as the crown prince will become secure, and even if Cao Pi is unhappy, he will have to admit that Cao Rui is the future heir to the Wei Dynasty.

This was also an excellent opportunity for Cao Rui to avenge his mother.

Zhen Mi was sentenced to death, which was Cao Rui's eternal pain.

If he lost, let alone consolidating his position as crown prince, Cao Pi would not acknowledge Cao Rui as the crown prince, and all the ceremonies for enthroning the crown prince had not even begun. Even if Cao Rui was removed from office, his ministers would have nothing to say.

Seeing Cao Rui remained silent, Cao Shuang could not help but feel anxious: "I have been diligent in martial arts and military tactics since I was young, and I can help Your Highness with your worries."

If Cao Zhen were here, he would certainly refute Cao Shuang for being ignorant of the seriousness of the matter and self-righteous.

It happened that Cao Zhen was not there, and Cao Shuang, relying on his close relationship with Cao Rui, wanted to get the opportunity to command the troops.

Cao Shuang was confident: In the past, Cao Xiu was called the "Thousand-mile Horse of the Cao Family" when he was young, so I, Cao Shuang, can also enjoy the title of "Thousand-mile Horse of the Cao Family"!
Cao Rui frowned slightly.

Although Cao Rui was not very old, he had witnessed many big scenes since he was a child following Cao Cao.

Cao Cao even praised him, saying, "My foundation is based on your three generations."

It can be seen.

Cao Rui also knew what level Cao Shuang was at.

Even the veteran general Yang Qiu couldn't capture Jieting, let alone asking Cao Shuang, who had never commanded an army, to capture Jieting.

If Cao Shuang really led troops to reinforce, Guo Huai in Shanggui would probably be disheartened and sigh: Well, let's just break up this family.

"Don't worry, Zhao Bo. I still need you to make decisions. If you go to Longyou, I will have no one close to me to discuss military affairs."

Cao Rui's calm words both rejected Cao Shuang's request and appeased him.

Although Cao Shuang felt regretful, he did not ask for more orders.

Cao Rui had made it so clear, and Cao Shuang was no fool not to understand.

"Your Highness, who are you going to send?" Cao Shuang asked.

General Cao Rui put down the report and said, "Inspector Guo intends to let General Zuo Zhang He lead the troops there, but Wuguan is an important place. If General Zuo goes to Longyou, I am afraid that Wuguan will be lost.

When Emperor Gaozu of the Han Dynasty conquered the Qin Dynasty, he attacked Wuguan and entered Guanzhong by surprise. We must be on guard against this.”

Cao Shuang thought for a moment and said, "When Emperor Gaozu of Han attacked Wuguan, Qin was in civil strife, and the commander of Wuguan was bribed by Emperor Gaozu because he was afraid of being punished.

If Your Highness is worried about the loss of Wuguan, you can send an absolutely trustworthy person to Wuguan to supervise the army, and then send troops to garrison Yaoguan south of Chang'an.

In this way, Wuguan will not be lost easily; even if Wuguan is accidentally breached, there will be enough time to retreat to the strategic point of Yaoguan."

The Guanzhong region is surrounded by mountains, and there are more than one place where checkpoints can be set up.

The fact that Cao Shuang could make such a proposal obviously showed that he had carefully studied the geography and topography of Guanzhong.

Cao Rui nodded slightly, agreeing with Cao Shuang's proposal: "Zhao Bo, who do you think can go to Wuguan to replace the Left General?"

Cao Shuang said with a smile: "Wuguan is easy to defend but difficult to attack. The commander who guards this place does not need to be a good fighter, only a loyal person is needed.

General Anxi is also in Chang'an now. He is someone who will never be bribed. Your Highness can summon General Anxi to go there."

Cao Rui lowered his head and weighed the options.

General Anxi Xiahou Mao was the son of the former General Xiahou Dun and the husband of Cao Cao's eldest daughter, Princess Qinghe.

After Xiahou Yuan's death, Cao Pi originally wanted Xiahou Mao to be the governor of Guanzhong and garrison in Chang'an.

Also, because Xiahou Mao had no military strategy and was more interested in managing his family business, and Liu Bei was gaining power in Jingzhou, Cao Pi was afraid that Guanzhong would be lost, so he promoted Cao Zhen to the position of General Zhengxi and Governor of Guanzhong.

This is equivalent to depriving Xiahou Meng of his power.

But Xiahou Mao didn't care.

For Xiahou Mao, the main purpose of coming to Guanzhong was not to gain merit and get promoted, but to avoid his wife, Princess Qinghe.

It’s not that one family doesn’t enter the same house.

Xiahou Shang favored his concubine and hated his wife, and Xiahou Mao also favored his concubine and hated his wife.

the difference is.

Xiahou Shang at least has some abilities, but Xiahou Mao is just a playboy, much worse than his father Xiahou Dun.

however.

Just as Cao Shuang said, "Wuguan is easy to defend but difficult to attack. The commander who guards this place does not need to be a good fighter, but a loyal one."

As long as the people stationed in Wuguan were not bribed, Cao Shuang firmly believed that Wuguan would not be lost because of the loss of Zhang He.

Think for a long time.

Cao Rui agreed to Cao Shuang's proposal.

There is currently no reliable general to replace Zhang He.

As the son of Xiahou Dun, the son-in-law of Cao Cao, and the General Anxi of the Wei Dynasty, Xiahou Mao would definitely not be bribed.

The most Liu Bei could do was to marry off his daughter to bribe Xiahou Mao, but Xiahou Mao was already Cao Cao's son-in-law, so why should he become Liu Bei's son-in-law?

If even marrying your daughter to him can't bribe Xiahou Mao, what other benefits can you offer to bribe him?
Thinking of this, Cao Rui no longer hesitated. He ordered someone to summon Xiahou Mao and told Xiahou Mao that he would go to Wuguan to secretly replace Zhang He.

When Xiahou Mao heard that they were going to Wuguan, his expression suddenly became unnatural: "Prince, I am not good at military strategy, how about sending another good general who is good at fighting?"

Xiahou Mao stole a glance at Cao Shuang and cursed inwardly: This kid must have advised the prince that I was enjoying myself with my beautiful concubine in Chang'an and didn't have to look at the face of the yellow-faced woman in Luoyang. I don't know how comfortable it is. Now they want me to go to Wuguan to suffer in the wind. Is there something wrong with my brain?

Cao Rui also knew about Xiahou Mao's stay in Chang'an. Although he somewhat disliked Xiahou Mao's personal morality, he also understood that if he wanted to transfer Zhang He from Wuguan, he had to let Xiahou Mao, a relative who would never be bribed, go.

Otherwise, once Zhang He left Wuguan, the other generals from other families would see that Liu Bei gave too much and that Liu Bei had won consecutive battles against Wei, and they might just give up Wuguan.

Seeing Xiahou Mao refuse, Cao Rui promised against his will: "General Anxi, if you are willing to go to Wuguan for defense, I will cover it for you after I return to Luoyang."

What Cao Rui said was to hint to Xiahou Mao: the fact that you kept a beautiful concubine in Chang'an would definitely be known by Princess Qinghe in the future, but if you are willing to go to Wuguan, then I can cover it up for you in the future, for example, "deliberately keeping a beautiful concubine to confuse Emperor Liu Bei and his ministers, so that Emperor Liu Bei and his ministers will mistakenly believe that Xiahou Mao is not good at military strategy, and then let his guard down", etc. In this way, you can keep a beautiful concubine openly.

When Xiahou Mao heard this, he was delighted.

With Cao Rui, the future crown prince, covering for him, if Princess Qinghe asked him about it in the future, he could say that "he sacrificed his personal morality for the sake of the Great Wei, and therefore kept many concubines."

"Your Highness is wise! I am the son of the former general. If I guard Wuguan, the enemy will be captured easily." Xiahou Mi agreed to Cao Rui's arrangement with a smile.

Cao Rui added: "General Anxi, rest assured. As long as General Zuo repels Zhuge Liang and his men who invade Longyou, I will transfer General Anxi back to Chang'an. You can just think of it as a vacation at Wuguan."

Xiahou Mao vowed solemnly and agreed readily.

Cao Rui secretly breathed a sigh of relief, and then drafted a transfer order in the name of the crown prince in charge of the military affairs of Yong and Liang provinces: transfer the left general Zhang He back to Chang'an as soon as possible.

At the same time, he ordered Cao Shuang to reorganize the army in Chang'an and select elite troops for Zhang He, waiting for Zhang He to return to Chang'an to reinforce Longyou.

Subsequently.

Cao Rui also appointed generals Xue Ti and Wang Sheng as the defenders of Yaoguan to prevent Xiahou Mao from being able to defend Wuguan and allowing the Han army to threaten Chang'an.

At the same time, Cao Shuang was appointed as the inspector of the four directions, inspecting the various passes and narrow passes. All arrangements were made with caution and thoroughness.

Apparently because of Cao Rui's promise to "cover up", Xiahou Mao did not delay and went straight to Wuguan that day.

Although the distance from Chang'an to Wuguan is more than 400 miles and the roads are mountainous and difficult to travel, Cao Wei's post system is well developed, and even urgent documents from Chang'an to Luoyang, a distance of 700 miles, only need two days at a fast speed.

It takes less time to travel from Chang'an to Wuguan. As soon as Xiahou Mao arrived at Yaoguan, the order to recruit Zhang He had already been delivered to Wuguan.

"I didn't expect the Han army to be so rampant in Longyou?"

Looking at Cao Rui's transfer order, Zhang He couldn't help but frown.

The Han army in Longyou was obviously just a detachment, but it turned out that a detachment exerted the momentum of a main force. Even Zhang He, who was far away in Wugu Pass, had to be transferred to reinforce Longyou.

Such a result seemed unreal to Zhang He.

"General, do not hesitate. His Highness has already assembled the troops in Chang'an, waiting for you to go there," the messenger urged.

Zhang He frowned and asked, "When will General Anxi arrive?"

The messenger shook his head and said, "I don't know. Your Highness was worried that it would delay the time, so he ordered me to deliver the transfer order on horseback first."

Zhang He frowned even more.

Lieutenant General Wang Chong stepped forward and said, "The situation in Longyou is urgent, and the transfer order was written by the Crown Prince himself, so the general must not delay.

At the moment Zhang Fei is no longer in Nanxiang, and there is news that Liu Bei is offering sacrifices to heaven in Wancheng. Presumably Liu Bei is determined to capture Wancheng and has no interest in Wuguan.

With me here, even if General Anxi is delayed on the road, Wuguan will not be lost."

Zhang He was cautious by nature. He did not relax his vigilance just because Zhang Fei left Nanxiang and Liu Bei was offering sacrifices to heaven in Wancheng. He warned him, "Liu Bei is a very good strategist. When he was in Hanzhong, Liu Bei personally crossed the Micang Mountain and bypassed the rear of Yangping Pass to surprise and kill Xiahou Zhengxi.

If Liu Bei repeats his old tricks and, seeing that he cannot capture Wancheng, turns around to take Wuguan and imitates Emperor Gaozu of Han's surprise attack on Chang'an, then the land west of Tongguan will no longer belong to Your Majesty.

You must remember that if you lose Wuguan, your future will be ruined and I will not be able to protect you; if you can defend Wuguan, I will not treat you unfairly. "

Wang Chong clasped his fists and swore, "I will always remember the general's kindness and will never let Wuguan suffer any loss!"

Zhang He took a deep breath, and after carefully instructing his generals, he suppressed his worries and rode his horse straight to Chang'an.

Arrived halfway.

Zhang He met Xiahou Mao who arrived late.

Seeing that Xiahou Mao had brought his beautiful concubine with him, Zhang He became even more worried.

Are you here to switch defense or to enjoy yourself?
Although Zhang He had heard that Xiahou Mao was fond of keeping beautiful concubines, he did not expect that Xiahou Mao would actually bring his concubine to Wuguan.

Considering Xiahou Mao's identity, Zhang He merely told Xiahou Mao the details of Wuguan as a routine matter and did not directly question Xiahou Mao's practice of bringing his beautiful concubine to Wuguan.

Instead, he waited until he arrived in Chang'an before raising his concerns to Cao Rui.

"General Zuo, don't worry. I will send someone to warn General Anxi." Cao Rui changed the subject.

"The General of the Western Expedition went to Yuezhi City to quell the rebellion, but no news has been sent back yet. Yesterday, Governor Guo sent a letter to Chang'an asking for help, saying that Zhuge Liang had a large army gathering in Lueyang and was attacking Shanggui.

Governor Guo is preparing to abandon Shanggui and retreat to Linwei and Chencang, and he also asks General Zuo to quickly go to Longyou to lead the war.

Cao Rui's tone was solemn. The situation in Longyou was becoming more and more serious day by day. Cao Rui could no longer afford to be distracted by the matter of Xiahou Mao taking his beautiful concubine to Wuguan.

Zhang He did not expect that in just a few days, Guo Huai would be ready to abandon Shanggui and retreat to Linwei.

If Linwei is lost again, the entire Longyou will be controlled by the Han army.

By then, even if Zhang He went there in person, it would be difficult to capture Longyou.

"Don't worry, Your Highness. I will go to reinforce you right away and will never let Longyou be lost." Zhang He accepted the order in a serious voice.

Outside Chang'an City.

Ten thousand infantry and cavalry were ready for battle.

Yang Qiu, Fei Yao and others led 10,000 infantry and cavalry as the vanguard; Cao Zhen led another 10,000 infantry and cavalry to stabilize the rebellion; important passes near Chang'an also needed to be stationed.

After distributing these 10,000 infantry and cavalry to Zhang He, Cao Rui was left with only 5,000 men in Chang'an.

In other words.

If Zhang He could not capture Jieting, or if Cao Zhen could not quell the rebellion as soon as possible and join forces with Zhang He and Yang Qiu to march into Longyou, Cao Rui would be helpless in Chang'an.

"I hope that General Zuo can break through the blockade of Jieting and march into Longyou. Otherwise, Zhuge Liang will complete his plan to cut off Longyou, and Liangzhou will no longer belong to the court."

Cao Rui sighed secretly.

When thinking of Zhuge Liang, Cao Rui thought of Liu Chan, and couldn't help feeling a bit of envy and jealousy.

Look at Liu Chan. His biological mother was not executed by Liu Bei, and he was cared for by Liu Bei since he was a child. Even his adopted son Liu Feng, who was criticized by outsiders, took good care of Liu Chan.

That’s not all, there was even Zhuge Liang who helped Liu Chan establish his achievements and military prestige.

In terms of talent, Cao Rui thought he was better than Liu Chan; but in terms of luck, Cao Rui felt he was inferior to Liu Chan.

Although he is just a mediocre person, he has many talented and ambitious people to support him, and he is like a loving father and filial son, and a friendly brother and respectful younger brother.

The more a person lacks something, the more he envies it, even though Cao Rui had more than Liu Chan since he was a child.

"Humph! When I become the crown prince, I will definitely capture you alive."

Cao Rui snorted disdainfully.

Given the current situation in Longyou, it would definitely be impossible to capture Liu Chan alive, and Cao Rui suppressed his ambition to capture Liu Chan in his heart.

After transferring Zhang He away, Cao Rui turned his attention to pacifying the people in the counties of Guanzhong.

At this time, Guanzhong could not afford to allow any local tyrants or bandits to respond to the Han army.

otherwise.

On the one hand, he had to send troops to resist Zhuge Liang, and on the other hand, he had to suppress the rebellion. This was not only a challenge to the military strength of Guanzhong, but also a question to Cao Rui, the crown prince of Wei.

The Crown Prince of Wei came to Chang'an to supervise the battle, but there were still powerful bandits who responded to the Han army. Cao Pi and the emperor and his ministers in Luoyang would also question Cao Rui's ability.

And outside Wancheng.

The latest military report from Longyou was also delivered to Liu Bei by Guan Yu in Xiangyang.

"The prince has established himself in Longyou. God is really helping the Han people!"

The recent military reports from Longyou have all been good news.

For example, Longxi County surrendered;

For example, Liangzhou Governor Meng Jian and Zhuge Liang agreed not to attack each other;
For example, Cao Wei's vanguard was blocked outside Jieting;
For example, Zhuge Liang led his troops to Lueyang;

and many more.

Combining all this information together means that Liu Chan's troops have already established a foothold in Longyou.

Next, they only need to rely on the geographical advantages of Longshan to successfully block the counterattack of Cao Wei’s army in Guanzhong and completely recover Longyou.

Once we succeed in cutting off the Long River and making the people in Longyou loyal to the Han Dynasty, the recovery of Liangzhou will be just around the corner.

By then.

Zhuge Liang's strategic intention of Longzhong regarding the Central, Western and barbarians was truly achieved.

Xichuan’s most valuable strategic material, “Shu Brocade”, can also be sold to the Western Regions through Liangzhou.

This is the best source of military funds!

With the military funds, Liu Bei's treasury was full and he could buy large amounts of food from the powerful.

If Yizhou and Jingzhou are not enough, you can go to Yangzhou.

Even if Cao Wei blocked the trade routes, trade could still be conducted through the wealthy families in Jiangdong.

At most, it would just give some benefits to the wealthy families in Jiangdong.

Shu brocade is a consumable. If it breaks, it has to be bought again, which is a continuous source of military expenditure!
up to now.

Liu Feng's strategic intention of launching a surprise attack on Guanzhong had basically met all the prerequisites.

Liu Feng didn't even need to send anyone to Wuguan to gather intelligence, as he could guess that Zhang He would definitely leave Wuguan!

Unless Cao Zhen is willing to give up Longyou!

Because Chang'an was too far away, neither Liu Bei, Liu Feng, nor Liu Chan and Zhuge Liang knew that the person commanding the army in Chang'an was Cao Pi's newly appointed crown prince Cao Rui.

but.

Whether it was Cao Zhen or Cao Rui, the result was the same.

Unless you are willing to give up Longyou, Zhang He in Wugu Pass will be transferred.

After careful consideration.

Liu Fengxiang asked, "Father, the plan of a surprise attack on Guanzhong can begin now. Send someone to Jiangling to secretly transfer the Minister of the Chancellery to Nanxiang."

Liu Bei was slightly surprised: "You want to transfer Xiaozhi to Nanxiang? I thought you would go alone."

Liu Feng chuckled: "I am not from Guanzhong, and I have never been to Guanzhong. If I only rely on maps and guides, even if I capture Wuguan by chance, I may not be able to capture the checkpoints behind Wuguan.

Especially Yaoguan, south of Chang'an, is more difficult to break through than Wuguan. If there is no Shangshu Ling who is well versed in the geography of Guanzhong and is resourceful and decisive, I would not have the confidence to capture Guanzhong.

Although I have had conflicts with the Minister of the Chancellery in the past, given the Minister of the Chancellery's magnanimity, I believe he will not blame me.

Of course, I also ask Father to say a few good words for me, so that the generals and ministers can be harmonious and successful in everything they do."

Liu Bei could not help but laugh and scold: "You, you are not friendly to Xiaozhi on weekdays, but when you need Xiaozhi, you let me speak well of him."

Liu Feng smiled but said nothing.

He was already friendly with Zhuge Liang, and if he became friendly with Fa Zheng as well, others would doubt Liu Feng's intentions.

As the Prince of Yan, you not only have prestige in the army, but also deliberately make friends with ministers in the court. What is your intention?
Although Liu Bei did not doubt Liu Feng, Liu Feng did not want to leave anyone with the opportunity to frame him.

Liu Bei secretly transferred Fa Zheng to Nanxiang to go to Guanzhong with Liu Feng. Liu Feng and Fa Zheng were just following orders, and Liu Feng and Fa Zheng did not have a personal relationship.

There was a pause.

Liu Bei's tone was filled with concern: "The road from Wuguan to Chang'an is difficult and treacherous. Even without Zhang He, it would not be easy to take Guanzhong through Wuguan.

My son, when you go there, you must be careful in everything. If you can take Guanzhong, then take it. If not, you can retreat back to the south and look for another opportunity.

The Northern Expedition to the Central Plains is not a matter of a moment, and I must not be allowed to suffer the pain of losing a young phoenix again."

Liu Bei's words were not empty talk, he really didn't want Liu Feng to encounter danger during the surprise attack on Guanzhong.

It also made Liu Bei subconsciously think of the accidental death of Pang Tong when he conquered Xichuan in the past.

On the battlefield, arrows are merciless and swords are blind. Whether you can survive sometimes depends more on luck.

Liu Feng was deeply moved and swore, "Don't worry, father. I will definitely be able to go to Chang'an with the prince to personally welcome you back to the old capital!"

(End of this chapter)