RPAGF Chapter 268 Yang You Appoints Generals, Pei Yuanqing Accompanies Him
Chapter 268 Yang You Appoints Generals, Pei Yuanqing Accompanies Him
"What business does His Highness have with you?"
Wei Zheng had been waiting outside the palace for a long time. When he saw Shan Xiongxin come out, he quickly went up to him and asked in a low voice.
He felt a vague unease, sensing that Yang You's summons this time was not something simple.
"The matter of the campaign against Xue Ju was also mentioned, along with the story of the Prince of Shuo."
Shan Xiongxin looked around and, seeing that no one was paying attention, repeated Yang You's words verbatim without omitting a single one.
He and Wei Zheng shared both glory and ruin; there was nothing to hide, nor was there any need to.
"This prince truly lacks even half the magnanimity of His Majesty."
After listening, Wei Zheng shook his head and casually commented, his tone tinged with a touch of emotion.
Although Yang Guang was somewhat cruel, ambitious, and wasteful of resources and manpower.
However, his attitude towards his subjects was completely opposite to that of Yang You, worlds apart.
He and Yuwen Huaji are now working together, but he hasn't seen much of Yuwen Huaji's talent as an official or in governing the country.
He was adept at flattery and embezzlement, but for Yang Guang, these skills had other uses and were easy to employ.
Lu Xiao was the same; he married a princess, making him a member of the royal family, and his abilities were undeniable, making him invincible.
How to use it is simply a matter of the emperor's word.
Is it necessary to be on guard and scheming all the time?
Isn't this self-destructive?
"Old Wei, have you noticed that His Highness... looks down on us a bit?"
Shan Xiongxin looked around to make sure no one was eavesdropping before leaning close to Wei Zheng's ear and whispering.
This problem had troubled him for a long time.
He has followed Yang You for so long, serving him faithfully and loyally.
However, he always felt that Yang You, while outwardly respecting him and addressing him as General Shan, actually looked down on him.
That sense of superiority from being on top of others is impossible to hide.
He kept trying to confirm whether he was just overthinking things.
"Hmm..." Wei Zheng pondered for a moment, stroked his beard, and slowly said, "It's because I look down on you, so I'll leave."
"What?"
Shan Xiongxin glared at him and immediately bristled, his face turning red and his neck thickening.
Although he was a bandit leader and a hero from humble beginnings, how much better was Wei Zheng?
Why should you look down on yourself but respect Wei Zheng?
"What? Does he think highly of you?"
Finally, Shan Xiongxin couldn't help but ask the question, his face full of dissatisfaction.
"Hehe." Wei Zheng chuckled, a hint of pride and smugness in his voice. "Although I might look down on them a bit, what can I do when I'm so close to those aristocratic families?"
He's now considered a prominent figure, thriving in the court.
Those confidants of Yang You, those officials from aristocratic families, would have to bow and scrape before him.
Shouldn't we be polite?
That's it.
"You're not much better. Don't forget our original intentions."
Shan Xiongxin reminded Wei Zheng of something, his eyes serious.
They came to the imperial court not to be Yang You's lackeys, but for their own purposes.
"I know, I know."
Wei Zheng flicked his embroidered robe, looking impatient. He was tired of being reminded eight hundred times a day; his ears were calloused.
With his insight, how could he not see the situation in the court?
He knew perfectly well who held the real power.
Even if he is stubborn and has a strong temper, it's not worth it to go head-to-head with Lü Xiao. Wouldn't that be courting death?
After all, if you anger Lü Xiao, this guy won't take action himself.
That lackey Yuwen Chenglong might just shoot me dead, leaving me with nothing but a whole corpse.
Three days passed in the blink of an eye.
Outside the eastern capital, banners fluttered and crowds thronged the streets.
Yang Guang led his civil and military officials to personally see Yang You off, and the scene was grand.
"Grandfather, your grandson will certainly not let you down."
Looking at this huge group of people, a dark mass, Yang You felt a surge of pride and understood how Lü Xiao felt every time he went on a campaign.
Under the spotlight, enjoying unparalleled glory.
"If the rebels become rampant, you can hold Daxing and defend the city. We'll come to help you when Zilie returns from Jiangling."
Yang Guang patted Yang You on the shoulder and gave him earnest advice, his face full of concern.
Don't be fooled by Lü Xiao's effortless and swift victories in battle; he's a completely different story when faced with a different opponent.
The battlefield is ever-changing, and swords have no eyes; it's always better to be cautious.
"Yes……"
Yang You lowered his head slightly, his smile fading, and a shadow of gloom flashed in his eyes.
It's Lü Xiao again!
It's Lü Xiao again!
Could it be that the Great Sui Dynasty and the Yang family are doomed without Lü Xiao?
Can't you just trust yourself this once?
He, Yang You, is also a descendant of the Yang family and is destined to become emperor!
"You'er, if you don't have enough generals, you can bring a few more."
Yang Guang was still uneasy, so he raised his finger and pointed to the generals standing behind him, and said.
Among them are Yuwen Chengdu and Pei Yuanqing, both of whom are fierce generals who are good at fighting.
The Eastern Capital is relatively safe, with a large army stationed there, so there's no need for so many guards; sending out a few won't hurt.
Upon seeing this, Pei Yuanqing immediately shrank back, hiding behind the crowd with only half his head showing.
He has no desire to help Yang You fight in the war; please don't choose him.
He just wanted to follow Lü Xiao, his little brother, and live a carefree life.
Yang You glanced around, his gaze sweeping over each of the generals before finally looking away.
He originally wanted to call Pei Yuanqing, a member of the Pei family, a man of noble birth and highly skilled in martial arts.
If we can win them over and make them our own, they will become a powerful ally in the future.
But after looking around, I didn't see anyone.
"Grandfather, is General Pei here?"
Finally, Yang You, still unwilling to give up, spoke up.
If you can't find it, then let it come out on its own.
No matter what, he had to bring Pei Yuanqing along; he couldn't let him stay by Lü Xiao's side any longer.
He was determined to win over Lü Xiao and Pei Yuanqing on this trip to the Northwest.
"Yuanqing".
Yang Guang turned around and shouted.
Pei Yuanqing reluctantly peeked half his head out from behind the crowd, his face full of conflict.
"Zang Shen, are you willing to accompany the Prince of Dai to the Northwest to establish your merits?"
"Your Majesty, is it alright if we don't go?"
Pei Yuanqing hesitated for a moment, then asked cautiously.
"Your Majesty! Yuanqing is willing to go!"
Just then, an old and dignified voice rang out.
An elder of the Pei family stepped out from the crowd and made the decision directly on Pei Yuanqing's behalf, leaving no room for doubt.
Even Pei Yuanqing's father, Pei Renji, didn't have a chance to speak and could only stand aside with a grim expression.
"Your Majesty, Yuanqing may be young, but he is already skilled in martial arts. It is his honor, and also the honor of the Pei family, to follow you in suppressing the rebellion."
The elder of the Pei family smiled broadly, cupped his hands to Yang Guang, and then turned his head to give Pei Renji a threatening look.
"Deben, don't you think so?"