The elite did not migrate south

Chapter 64: Fighting Back
"Captain."

Looking at Li Zhao in front of him who seemed to be hesitant to speak, Yin Damu was full of suspicion.

At first, Li Zhao was under his command.

This upright and strong-willed young man did not get along with most of his colleagues, but Yin Damu liked him very much and often helped him.

Today, the other party is no longer the young man who needed protection.

He was promoted many times and became quite famous, so no one dared to make things difficult for him anymore.

But Yin Damu still remained in the position of captain in the palace.

There was nothing that could be done about it. Yin Damu's background was too low. He was born as a servant. Although he was a servant of the Cao family, the Cao family no longer controlled the country.

And he doesn't have a good reputation.

He didn't know how to continue to lick the Sima family, so naturally he couldn't continue to climb up.

However, Yin Damu had no intention of climbing up the ladder. He just wanted to find an opportunity for revenge.

Yin Damu waved his hand and asked several of his soldiers to continue guarding the door. He called Li Zhao and walked towards an open space.

This place is under the jurisdiction of Yin Damu, who has considerable experience here and the soldiers around him obey his orders.

"What's your business?"

Yin Damu said this, and then added: "You are not the same as before. Jia Chong asked me to send people to keep an eye on you."

"Did you offend him?"

Li Zhao followed Yin Damu and was very clear about the fact that he was being supervised, but he did not expect that the person in charge of the supervision was Yin Damu.

"Jia Chong has instructed us to keep an eye on His Majesty, monitor his every word and action, and report to him every night."

Li Zhao said truthfully.

Yin Damu suddenly stopped and turned around, his face full of anger, "What did you say?"

Li Zhao gave a bitter laugh. "The captain is in the palace, how could he not know?"

Yin Damu's face flushed crimson. He naturally knew the Sima family's thoughts and plans, but he had no idea they had gone so far as to send people to monitor the emperor's every word and action. Even Dong Zhuo had never done this before!

How could you humiliate the emperor like this?
"You came here specifically to tell me this?"

Li Zhao was still a little afraid in front of Yin Damu. Although he was no longer the young man he used to be, he could not help but feel a little flustered when facing his old boss.

He whispered again, "How could I associate with such a traitor? Your Majesty knows this, and that's why he entrusted me with this important task!"

Yin Damu was horrified and shook his head quickly.

"No! Don't be impulsive!!"

"Ziliang, I don't know what His Majesty has instructed you, but now is not the right time to act. Sima Shi is still alive, and we have absolutely no chance of winning."

Li Zhao knew his old boss had misunderstood, and quickly said, "It's not about getting rid of the thieves."

"The captain probably knows that all the wise ministers in the imperial court have been killed by Sima Shi. The Guo and Sima families are in power in the imperial palace. There is no loyal minister around His Majesty."

"Your Majesty only instructed me to contact more loyal and righteous people, to pledge allegiance to Your Majesty, and to wait for the right opportunity."

After Li Zhao said this, Yin Damu finally breathed a sigh of relief.

Yin Damu was really afraid that the young emperor could not endure the humiliation, so he led everyone to get rid of the thieves.

Although traitors to the country must be eradicated, no one knows better than Yin Damu how terrifying Sima Shi is.

Thinking of the coup that day, Yin Damu still often wakes up from nightmares.

Although Sima Yi was the leader of this matter, the real person in charge was Sima Shi.

Perhaps, Sima Yi was determined to do great things because he saw Sima Shi in his son and Sima You in his grandson.

When Sima Yi died, many people were very happy and ready to throw ashes in the eyes of the Sima family.

But in the end, these people were gone.

These old ministers who witnessed the rise of the Sima family all suffered from Sima Shi phobia to varying degrees.

Hearing that His Majesty only wanted to find some people who were truly loyal to him, Yin Damu immediately became interested, but this excitement did not last long, and the light in his eyes soon dimmed.

"Then go and find it. I will ensure your safety and will not let Jia Chong know."

Li Zhao was stunned. "Captain, you are the first person I came to see."

"I?"

Yin Damu's expression was very bitter.

"How can I, a traitor seeking fame and fortune, assist Your Majesty? If it weren't for me, Your Majesty wouldn't be living such a humble life. Compared to the Sima family, the Cao family is the one who wants to kill me the most."

"Don't mention me to His Majesty, otherwise, you will also break your promise to His Majesty." Yin Damu was very clear about the attitude of the Cao family members towards him, and he had no complaints about it. After all, it was his fault that led to such a result.

Li Zhao said calmly: "I have already told you."

"What?! What are you doing?"

Yin Damu subconsciously wanted to scold this straightforward blockhead, but at the same time, he felt some inappropriate anticipation. He asked tremblingly, "What did His Majesty say?"

"Your Majesty, how can the Sima family's faults be blamed on the captain? The captain is close to the Cao family and was recommended by me, so he must be a loyal man."

These words made Yin Damu feel even more guilty.

His eyes were red and he looked towards the west hall, looking a little out of control.

During these years, Yin Damu has been tormented by this feeling of guilt. He is unwilling to die like this. If he dies now, he will really become a traitor who sells out his master for personal gain.

How can I die like this without avenging the general?

Li Zhao's words really moved him.

Li Zhao hurriedly said, "Captain! Although you are stationed here, there are still many spies of Jia Chong."

Yin Damu tried hard to suppress the complicated emotions in his heart.

"I understand, Ziliang. Go back and tell His Majesty that I am willing to die for you. Also, Sima Shi's health is deteriorating. He won't last much longer. I hope Your Majesty can be patient for a few more days."

Li Zhao laughed, "Captain, you really underestimate Your Majesty."

"Your Majesty may be young, but he is wise and powerful. He recently sent someone to inform us of the principles you spoke of. Captain, this matter must be handled with caution, otherwise it will harm Your Majesty. We must be extremely cautious in who we recruit, and we must not be disloyal."

Yin Damu spoke to Li Zhao for a few more words before taking him back to the palace gate.

Yin Damu frowned and said loudly, "Whether or not to transfer you is not up to me! It's up to Jia Gong to decide! Go!"

Li Zhao's face looked very ugly, and he turned around and left.

After seeing Li Zhao off, Yin Damu stayed here again.

The soldier stood beside him suspiciously, "Captain, why are you so happy? What's the good news?"

"Who said I was happy? I'm really fed up!"

"The captain was just laughing and humming a tune. Is he planning to take a concubine?"

"Stop talking nonsense! Go and guard it!"

Yin Damu lightly kicked the soldier on the butt, and the soldier left with a smile.

Perhaps because of his background, Yin Damu gets along very well with his subordinates and is deeply loved by everyone.

The next day, Li Zhao couldn't wait to tell Jiao Bo the news.

Jiao Bo was stunned.

That traitor? The one who betrayed his master? He was actually going to join His Majesty?
Didn't you harm His Majesty?

Li Zhao used his own credibility to guarantee and finally dispelled some of Jiao Bo's doubts.

When Jiao Bo took the opportunity to pass the news to Cao Mao, Cao Mao was overjoyed.

He wanted to rush over and have a drink with Yin Damu right now, but unfortunately, this was not possible. He couldn't let anyone find out that the captain of the palace was connected to him.

Sima Zhao might be able to tolerate himself trying to win over the eunuchs and soldiers, but he would never allow himself to win over the captains in the palace.

That person is responsible for guarding the Taiji Hall and is the real powerful figure.

During the time when Sima Shi was not in Luoyang, I made a lot of money!

Jiao Bo had made the right bet when he risked his life. Through this person, he expanded his reach.

Although the situation is still very dangerous, he is no longer powerless. If he summons Jiao Bo, Li Zhao, many guards, Yin Damu and his soldiers to Taiji Hall, can he kill them directly?

Cao Mao quickly rejected this idea.

When Sima Shi came to find me, he brought a lot of soldiers with him. He was extremely cautious and never underestimated his enemies. I'm afraid he would not come to see me alone.

Moreover, even if Sima Shi and Sima Zhao were killed, there were still many people in the Sima family. He would be fighting against a large family, not just one or two people.

It’s better to just stay calm for now. It’s not even been a month and my hand has already stretched so far.

If I were given another half a year, I would definitely be able to give Sima Zhao a big surprise!

Just as you have marginalized Naigong, Naigong will marginalize you!!

ps: I went to Beijing for training and study, and ended up being assigned to the same dormitory with Tianya. I had a writing competition with him every day. He said that if I won, he would send all his manuscripts while I was sleeping. This guy has been a bad person for many years.

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