Time Travel: The Foolish Lady is Forced to Become a Female General

Chapter 151 It’s time to change the emperor!

The weather in early autumn was very cool, and the reunion with Bu Xiyue put everyone in a good mood, especially Mu Jinyu.

He had a very pleasant conversation with Bu Xiyue, with a bright smile on his face.

It was the first time that Xia Qin discovered that her brother could be so talkative. Bu Xiyue's gentleness and cheerfulness made her see a different brother from usual.

She couldn't help but try hard to recall what her brother looked like when he was a child.

Before the accident between her mother and her, her brother didn't seem to be so cold and cruel. She tried hard to recall it, but her memory was vague.

"Xiaoyan, what are you thinking about?" Mu Jinyu looked at Xia Qin's wandering eyes and couldn't help asking.

Xia Qin smiled awkwardly and quickly replied: "It's okay, I just thought Ruotong should be waiting for us in Jinghai County now."

They traveled lightly northward along the official road, laughing and chatting all the way.

Although the journey was long, everyone was in a very good mood. After a day of travel, they finally returned to Jinghai County.

Waiting for them here is not only Chu He, but also Su Wu and Su Yuancheng.

When they arrived, everyone came forward to greet them, their joy beyond words.

After Mo Ye sent his father and brother to the mansion in the new village, the young men, who had not seen each other for nearly ten years, sat together in the bamboo house.

They recalled every little detail of the past with deep emotion. Time flies, they have all grown up, but the deep friendship remains the same as before.

Gao Ruotong looked at Bu Xiyue, her eyes full of guilt and sadness. She sighed softly, her voice trembling a little: "Sister Xiyue, because of my father, too many people have been implicated. The Bu family, the Chu family, the Xiahou family... We are all sorry for you!"

Bu Xiyue shook her head slightly, reached out and patted Gao Ruotong on the shoulder, and consoled him: "This is not your fault, Ruotong. Who could have expected such an ending back then?"

After hearing Gao Ruotong's words, the other four people couldn't help but fall into deep thought, with a surge of emotion in their hearts.

Recalling the events of those years, their hearts were filled with helplessness and regret.

It was indeed as Gao Ruotong said, those court officials who supported Prince Lanling did not end up well in the end.

There were more than five of them playing together at the time. However, when they were thirteen or fourteen years old, before they could really experience the beautiful years of youth, those playmates had unfortunately died in a political struggle that they could not understand at all.

If their fathers understood the interests involved and were willing to accept defeat, then what did those innocent children do wrong?

They should have had a happy childhood, but were forced into a brutal power struggle and lost their lives.

This memory made everyone feel heavy, as if time had gone back and they were back to that young and ignorant age.

Although they have grown up now, the past that they cannot bear to look back on is still deeply engraved in their hearts, becoming a pain that can never be erased.

"You can't blame your father," Mu Jinyu said coldly, "You can only blame the Qin family and the current emperor for being too ruthless. Back then, your father had already asked to return to his fiefdom and was unwilling to participate in the fight for the throne, but the Qin family still wanted to take this opportunity to weaken other forces in the court in order to control the government. The current emperor also acquiesced to the Qin family's behavior."

Gao Ruotong let out a long sigh: "Yes, my uncle is also stubborn, tyrannical and lustful. Since he ascended the throne, wars have broken out everywhere and the people are living in misery. It is really a case of a tyrant ruler above and treacherous ministers below."

Mo Ye looked at the few people and said in a deep voice: "So, whether for the people or for yourself, it's time to change the world."

Gao Ruotong looked at Mo Ye, his expression was startled: "Brother Yunchen means..."

Xia Qin took over the conversation and said, "We have decided to change the emperor and also change the way the people live."

Gao Ruotong lowered his head, pondered for a moment, and then slowly said: "Although I have only been here for two days, I have also seen that Jinghai County is completely different from other places in Daxia, whether it is the appearance of the county or the demeanor of the people. Sister Jinyan, you are really amazing."

Mo Ye looked at Gao Ruotong and said meaningfully: "But no matter how we change the sky, we need a new emperor."

After hearing Mo Ye's words, Xia Qin, Mu Jinyu and Bu Xiyue, who had just learned of their plan, all looked at Gao Rutong.

Gao Ruotong naturally understood what Mo Ye meant, but he smiled bitterly and shook his head: "Brothers and sisters, although I am a child of the royal family, when I was very young, my father preferred to go to the battlefield rather than stay in the palace. He often lamented that if he had not been born in this royal family, our family would be much more relaxed and happier."

"As a child of the royal family, I would naturally think about what it would be like to be the emperor. But after what happened over the years, I have also thought clearly that no matter my personality or ability, I am not suitable to be the emperor. I joined the army just to do something for the people of Daxia and to live up to the elders who saved me."

Gao Rutong's attitude surprised Mo Ye and Mu Jinyu. They did not expect Gao Rutong to think like this, and they all fell into deep thought.

But this kind of thing can't be forced, and Gao Ruotong is their childhood playmate, and they have never thought of treating him as a puppet.

Seeing that they were stunned and stopped talking, Gao Ruotong opened his heart and said, "Brother Jinyu, Brother Yunchen, although I don't want to be the emperor, you must have a legitimate reason to start a rebellion. You can just use my name, and when the overall situation is settled, you can look for other suitable candidates."

"Mo Ye and I plan to live in seclusion in the mountains after this is accomplished." Xia Qin stated straightforwardly, and Mo Ye immediately nodded in agreement.

Mu Jinyu glanced at Xia Qin, then turned to look at Bu Xiyue and said, "Father has already ascended to the throne, and I am tired of the court and the battlefield. I don't want to enter the court again until the threat is eliminated. If Xiyue is willing, I will retire after the new emperor ascends the throne."

Bu Xiyue's face flushed red, and she happily whispered back, "Of course I am willing to do so. I just hope we can live in peace from now on."

But Mu Jinyu changed the subject: "However, for ourselves, for our deceased relatives, and for the people of the world, we must completely eliminate this emperor and the Qin Party!"

Gao Ruotong looked at the few people and suggested in a low voice: "Should we discuss this important matter with Uncle Su and Uncle Mu? Is it decided by the few of us?"

Mu Jinyu nodded deeply: "I have discussed this with Uncle Su and my father. They have already written a letter. In the next few days, several seniors who have retired will come to Jinghai County. When the war starts, they will not be safe either."

Xia Qin knew that once the arrow is shot, there is no turning back. She could only make full preparations. She said seriously, "In fact, we have no choice. When the Qin family takes full power, I'm afraid we will be a thorn in their eyes and a thorn in their flesh. They will do their best to deal with us."

Mo Ye supported Xia Qin's statement: "That's right, they have already taken action recently, and we have to prepare early. Recruiting soldiers, storing food, and arming must all be done at full speed. Time is running out."

Mu Jinyu said seriously: "We now have less than 50,000 troops in total, and we will have to face at least 500,000 imperial troops. If the Qin family colludes with the Xiongnu, Yuelan, and Nanyue, we may even face a million troops. But with Xiaoyan here, I believe we will succeed in the end."

"No matter what, let's try our best. I believe we will succeed." Xia Qin looked at everyone, her tone full of calm confidence.

"Everything is up to you," Gao Ruotong stood up, "I should go to Wujun to take up my post. I will do everything I am supposed to do."

"I'll let Brother Huo take you there," Xia Qin and the others also stood up, "All the county officials are already in place, and they are all trustworthy people."

Gao Rutong nodded, and the first brief reunion of the few people after many years of separation ended here.

By the creek outside the bamboo house, Ah Gui and Xiao Yu were chattering with Luo Cheng, whom Mo Ye had just brought back.

"Your name is Luo Cheng? Has the master accepted you as his apprentice?" Xiaoyu looked at the timid boy, "If he has, you have to call me Senior Sister."

"Hello, senior sister." Luo Cheng immediately called out obediently.

Xiaoyu enjoyed listening to this and smiled with her eyes narrowed.

Ah Gui tilted his head and glanced at Luo Cheng, then said suddenly, "Although I am only one or two years older than you, Mo Ye is my elder brother."

This made Luo Cheng feel embarrassed. He thought for a moment and said weakly, "Then should I call you Uncle Master?"