Chapter 10 Imperial Decree
Gu Yu’s speculations were not groundless. It was thanks to the timely information provided by the alliance that he was able to understand the exchanges between Bai Qian and the Witch Priest from the very first moment, and thus deduce the subsequent developments.
The great menace, the Witch Priest, from Yang Family Village all the way to the capital, had already become bitter enemies with the Gu family, locked in a life-and-death struggle.
Therefore, if given the opportunity, Gu Yu would not hesitate to kill him.
However, the Witch Priest’s whereabouts were a mystery, making it impossible to drag him out from the shadows… If it weren’t for the Witch Priest’s eagerness to swallow a tough bone this time around, Bai Qian probably wouldn’t have found him so easily.
One wrong step leads to a cascade of errors.
After continuously receiving news from the alliance, Gu Yu watched as Bai Qian set up a series of schemes, causing the Witch Priest immense trouble. When he finally had to flee in disgrace, Gu Yu couldn’t help but sigh with regret.
If it weren’t for the many capable individuals around the Witch Priest, his bones would likely have been left in another country, and he wouldn’t be causing trouble in front of them anymore.
What a pity…
Once the Witch Priest returned to his own country, his next move would undoubtedly be to unite various nations to attack Linfeng Kingdom.
Bai Qian’s methods were undoubtedly brilliant, but also very ruthless. This caused the Witch Priest, who had once wanted to subdue her, to suffer a severe blow… Therefore, his subsequent choice to resort to a direct attack was also normal.
However, with this turn of events, his little wife was about to go to the battlefield.
Although Gu Mengyao couldn’t hide her excited demeanor, Gu Yu’s face was exceptionally grim, causing the maids and servants of the Gu Residence to not dare to breathe too loudly, for fear of being punished by their son-in-law.
However, these difficult days did not last for too long.
An imperial decree descended from the palace!
“By the grace of Heaven, the Emperor decrees, the Empress commands: The border is in turmoil, neighboring countries are like wolves, Linfeng is in danger! Therefore, General Gu Mengyao is ordered to lead troops to guard the frontier, ensuring Linfeng’s peace and prosperity!”
A sharp eunuch’s voice rang out. Gu Mengyao, ignoring Gu Yu’s face as black as the bottom of a pot, happily accepted the imperial decree.
Finally!
She could finally lead troops into battle.
Not having exercised her body for such a long time was simply exciting to think about.
She had only given birth to one child, not committed any serious offense, yet to be confined like this made her feel very displeased.
As Gu Mengyao thought this, she forgot that she had only given birth less than six months ago. For an ordinary woman, she would still be in the recovery period.
It was precisely because of Gu Mengyao’s excellent physical condition, coupled with Gu Yu’s medicinal prescriptions, that she was now as good as normal.
“A’Yu, don’t be so grim. Didn’t we discuss this before? This is an inevitable development, and now we can only accept it obediently.”
After sending the eunuch away, Gu Mengyao, seeing Gu Yu’s gloomy expression, quickly pulled him back into the room before anyone else noticed, intending to have a good talk with him.
It was just going to the battlefield, not some earth-shattering event.
There was no need to worry too much.
With her martial arts skills, being able to fight a hundred people was an understatement!
“However, I think you seem very happy!”
Upon hearing Gu Mengyao’s words, Gu Yu couldn’t help but raise an eyebrow. He didn’t feel any sign of worry from Gu Mengyao at all; on the contrary, he sensed an urge for her to rub her fists and wipe her palms, ready for action.
Indeed, his little wife was someone who couldn’t stay put. Being able to go to the battlefield and fight was more in line with her wishes.
However, Gu Yu did not like it.
“I will accompany you on this expedition. If several countries attack Linfeng together, I will directly use explosives to blow the enemy sky-high… So, don’t think you can go to the battlefield to stretch your muscles.”
Seeing through Gu Mengyao’s thoughts at a glance, Gu Yu spoke unhurriedly, and his previously gloomy expression returned to normal.
However, it was now Gu Mengyao’s turn to look dark.
She had waited and longed for this expedition, only for Gu Yu to want to control her…
Just by thinking about it, Gu Mengyao knew that this battle was not like ordinary ones. The union of multiple countries attacking Linfeng Kingdom had already become a fact!
If Gu Yu used explosives, the war would be quickly resolved, and what would be left for her to do…
Leading troops to clean up the battlefield?
The thought of a dignified Great General leading troops to clean up the battlefield made Gu Mengyao’s face grow darker and darker, wishing she could sneak to the border pass alone so she could kill to her heart’s content.
But, it was just a thought.
Gu Mengyao knew that this war was not a minor skirmish. If it weren’t for Gu Yu’s development of explosives, she would probably be very anxious now, not as relaxed as she was.
After all, Linfeng Kingdom was just one country and could not contend with the military strength of multiple countries.
However, the explosives developed by Gu Yu had that capability.
Moreover, they could frighten the enemy into a state of utter terror without expending a single soldier.
“Alright, we’ll go together. I think we’ll be back in the capital very soon.”
Finally, Gu Mengyao could only compromise.
And when she mentioned returning to the capital quickly, Gu Yu agreed with a nod, thinking that this trip to the battlefield would not be a long one… Even if Gu Mengyao wanted to linger, he wouldn’t agree.
As for the two children, Gu Yu decided to put them into his personal space to avoid any accidents later.
Newborns were too delicate, and any accident would be unbearable for both Gu Yu and Gu Mengyao.
Therefore, there was no safer place than his space.
Of course, he would have to find a different explanation for Gu Qing; his space could not be exposed to others.
“Let’s go and come back quickly. Perhaps we can catch Gu Qing and Tang Lian when they return.”
After clarifying things with Gu Mengyao, Gu Yu’s mood lightened, and he spoke of Gu Qing and Tang Lian, who were on their way back, with a smile on his face.
Gu Qing had already written in his letter that the Tang Sect had agreed to the marriage. This time, upon returning to the capital, before official positions were assumed, he and Tang Lian should quickly finalize the wedding to avoid future complications.
If Gu Qing were to hold a high position in the future, the requirements for his wife would be very strict; only women from noble and distinguished families would be acceptable… Even if he himself didn’t care about these things, others would meddle.
There had been times in the past when ministers had impeached the person concerned…
These were things Gu Qing had inquired about when he left the capital, and he was making every effort to resolve them in one go.
He wasn’t an official yet, so he could marry whomever he pleased.
This was also the reason why Gu Qing stayed in the Tang Sect for a while longer when the Tang Sect refused to let Tang Lian leave. He had even directly helped the Tang Sect select the successor for the next Sect Leader, which allowed Tang Lian to leave safely!
“When we get back, we might even be able to attend a wedding banquet.”
Looking up at the setting sun, Gu Mengyao said with a smile. She had no fear of this expedition; on the contrary, she knew that this time they could capture them all in one go.
The emergence of explosives would ensure that Gu Yu and this battle would be recorded in history!
