Chapter 1035 1036 [End of the road]

Huazhou, Guide Fucheng.

The Beijing army defeated the barbarian army in the wilderness, annihilating nearly ten thousand enemies in one battle, and the news that Pei Yue was about to lead his guards back to Guide City for rest spread throughout the city. The people rejoiced, and the gentry and wealthy households could finally breathe a sigh of relief.

, no need to be as worried as before.

When the barbarians were rampant, many people were even ready to move their families south to avoid becoming slaves to those barbarians.

Now that the overall situation has been decided, the remaining barbarians are not in danger, and various places in northern Xinjiang are gradually returning to their former vitality. Guide City, the capital of Huazhou, is once again a scene of singing and dancing, and brothels and restaurants everywhere are crowded with distinguished guests.

The dignitaries in the city not only held a grand banquet in the palace, but even generously distributed money to the poor people, creating a festive scene where everyone was celebrating. The reason why they did this was to put gold on their faces and create an image of being charitable.

, on the other hand, he naturally wanted to take this rare opportunity to show his favor to the Marquis of Zhongshan.

After this battle, Pei Yue's position in the army became more and more stable. His contribution to annihilating the barbarian army was secondary. The key was that he had proved his ability with iron-clad facts. From the western border to the southern border and then to the northern border, he

He built up a golden body with one great victory after another. If back then he had to rely on Emperor Kaiping's favor to compete with Wang Pingzhang, now he clearly has the confidence to be evenly matched.

There are many smart people in the world. It is impossible to provide help in times of need, but it is not difficult to add icing on the cake. When Pei Yue returned to the three northern states with the power of victory, countless dignitaries knelt down and bowed their heads, just to offer the most respectful smile to Pei Yue.

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The atmosphere in Xuandebo's mansion was completely different.

The servants and servants were careful even when walking in the front yard. No one dared to make loud noises, let alone talk about the great victory in the wasteland that had already been spread outside.

Wang Daxi thought for a moment and said: "The Duke has not told me the details of the plan, but based on my understanding of the Duke, since he has decided to take action, there is at least a 50% certainty."

Guo Linxi and Wang Daxi looked at each other, with a look of fear in their eyes.

Thinking of this, Guo Linxi took two deep breaths and said in a deep voice: "Information came back from the border. Pei Yue returned with thousands of cavalry this time, and the main force still stayed in the wilderness. During this time, I have completed the deployment of troops in the Xuanhua Camp.

Pei Yue's death can suppress the situation. However, the assassination requires long-term planning. Not only is Pei Yue himself highly skilled in martial arts, he also has many masters around him."

Wang Daxi took a deep breath and did not make any drastic move. He faced Gu Fan and slowly returned to the house.

Xuandebo Guo Linxi stood in front of the window, looking at the flowers that were gradually blooming in the courtyard, the worry in his eyes was obvious.

Guo Linxi understood his subtext. When Pei Yue entered Guide City, he was entering a murderous situation that had been planned for many days.

The middle door opened wide, and the sallow-faced Guo Linxi slowly came to the door of the mansion surrounded by Wang Daxi and dozens of servants. Looking at the carriage on the street in front of the mansion, he bowed and saluted: "Guo Linxi, humble minister, congratulations on the victory of Marquis Pei.

The barbarians have been wiped out in the wasteland. This is a blessing for the people of the three northern Xinjiang states, and it is also a blessing for the Liang Dynasty!"

He suddenly raised his head and saw a young man coming out of the carriage. His handsome peach blossom eyes looked at him from a distance and said expressionlessly: "Uncle Guo, do you remember Zhang De?"

He had been the deputy commander of the Xuanhua Camp for more than ten years. Of course, his power was not limited to the people around him. He had arranged back-up personnel in the mansion and the city, but all of this was based on killing Pei Yue.

Guo Linxi remained motionless in this posture until a sneer came from his ears.

After the news that Pei Yue was ill spread, all kinds of precious medicinal materials rushed to the official residence where he was staying, and some even brought famous doctors to visit him directly, but they were not allowed to enter.

Wang Daxi said calmly: "Uncle, you are joking. If you don't leave, you still have a chance to make a comeback. Once you escape, no matter which side gains power in the future, you and your family will not end well."

Wang Daxi's face was gloomy, not because Guo Linxi didn't fight to the death, but because Pei Yue never showed up.

Guo Linxi was distraught and shouted desperately: "False accusation! This is a false accusation!"

However, to the slight disappointment of the gentry and common people in the city, the young marquis did not show up. It is said that he accidentally caught a cold wind on the way back. Coincidentally, Xuandebo Guo Linxi, who was temporarily the head coach of Xuanhua Camp, also did not show up, because the former For a few days, the old illness relapsed and he was bedridden, so he had to send his eldest son to greet him on his behalf.

Guo Linxi didn't pay attention to the threat in his words, and sighed with a complicated expression: "Yes, who told me that I, who was the Duke of the country many years ago, could only go one way to the end. However, can Brother Wang tell me? , what are the chances of the Duke of Guo winning in Kyoto?"

At the same time, the Tibetan front guard cavalry lined up and moved forward.

At the moment when they were stunned, Gu Fan shouted sternly: "The evidence of Guo Linxi's crime of treason with the enemy is conclusive, and by the command of Zhongshan Marquis Pei Yue, he was captured and awaited execution by the court. From now on, anyone who dares to help him will be treated as the same crime."

Guo Linxi felt a sense of desolation in his heart, and then began to worry about his fate.

A few days later, the north gate of Guide Mansion City opened wide, gongs and drums roared and firecrackers fired, welcoming the victorious and triumphant Marquis of Zhongshan Pei Yue.

After all, Guo Linxi is the temporary coach of Xuanhua Camp and has been operating here for many years. If he jumps over the wall in a hurry, he will inevitably cause casualties to the Tibetan front guards. According to Pei Yue's instructions before leaving, he only needs to trap the opponent and wait for an imperial edict to clear him up. punishment.

Wang Daxi shook his head and said softly: "This is the young master's idea."

As for his own safety, he has been deeply favored by the Wang family for decades and has already put aside his personal life and death. He can face it calmly even if he is about to die.

Wang Daxi stood in the corner of the study, staring at Guo Linxi's motionless back, and said calmly: "Uncle Guo, why bother when things have come to this, let him be proud for a few more days."

Wang Daxi thought for a while and said calmly: "It is true. The outcome of the wilderness war will not determine the final outcome. It is gratifying that Pei Yue is dead, but it is okay if he is not dead, as long as he can be kept in northern Xinjiang."

Gu Fan raised his eyebrows and looked at the smoky Earl's Mansion, and then at the servants around Guo Linxi who had bright eyes, and asked with interest: "Do you want to give it a try? Give it a try, these masters around you Can you kill me instantly? Although you can't kill Pei Yue, if you can kill Gu Liang's son, it will be worthy of Wang Pingzhang's cultivation of you."

Guo Linxi asked again: "Is this what the Duke of the country meant?"

If we stop now, we can at least temporarily save everyone's lives and wait for things to turn around in Kyoto.

"Fifty percent is indeed enough." Guo Linxi sighed softly, then stared into Wang Daxi's eyes and said slowly: "You brought the experts from the Duke's Palace here, and you must have another purpose to keep an eye on me, no Allow me and my family to leave, so as to give Pei Yue a chance to deal with me, so that he will come to Guide City."

The Wang family's private soldiers and the barbarian army totaled more than 16,000 people. They were completely wiped out by Pei Yue's northern camp, and only more than 2,000 people escaped.

Wang Daxi smiled and said: "This is natural. I will fully cooperate with your uncle's plan."

Guo Linxi's expression changed drastically.

Gu Fan raised his hand and several Zangfeng guards appeared escorting two tired young men. Guo Linxi's eyes went dark because these two people were his agents at Jiuliguan, and they were the ones who quietly opened the door to let the barbarians out.

Enter customs.

The cavalry looked on indifferently, and the air around them seemed stagnant.

Guo Linxi has led troops for many years, how could he not see the determination and murderous intention of the other party? If Pei Yue was still here, he would definitely take risks at all costs, but the other party has obviously seen through his thoughts, and may not even be in Guidefu City.

He turned around and suddenly asked in confusion: "Brother Wang, seven thousand elites were lost in Pei Yue's hands, why don't you feel any pity at all?"

Wang Daxi showed a wry smile, shook his head and said: "Of course I feel sad, but what can I do? The Duke of Guo originally built this army to prepare for emergencies. He originally planned to use this rare army to cooperate with the barbarians to kill the valley.

Liang, he just changed his target some time ago. I have to say that Pei Yue is really an extremely difficult enemy. Not only does his city government have far-reaching plans, but his ability to lead troops to fight is even comparable to that of the Duke of Guo."

What can I do?

Gu Fan looked at the other party coldly and did not say anything to stop him. He just waved his hand for the Tibetan Guards to surround the Earl's Mansion.

However, when he decided to follow Wang Pingzhang in plotting against the barbarians, the current situation was doomed.

After a long silence, Guo Linxi smiled sadly, turned around and walked towards the house, and said loudly: "Unless Pei Yue comes in person, no one can condemn me!"

The next day, a spacious carriage left the official residence and arrived at Xuandebo's Mansion, escorted by five hundred elite cavalry.

He knew very well that even if he was lucky enough to assassinate Pei Yue, the road ahead would be full of thorns, and the proud soldiers under Pei Yue would definitely fight back crazily. Even if he could control the situation in northern Xinjiang, he would still have to wait for Kyoto

Once the dust has settled over there, once Wang Pingzhang is defeated, what awaits him will definitely be the confiscation of his family and the extermination of his clan.

Guo Linxi knew that he had no choice or retreat, and now he could only fight to the death.

His stern eyes swept over the people in front of the mansion, and he said word by word: "Anyone who resists will be killed without mercy!"

Guo Linxi said quietly: "Even you said that, why should I use my arms as a chariot? Why don't I take my family and escape from here before Pei Yue arrives?"

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What's the point of killing Gu Fan if he goes all out?

He had been preparing for so long, and all he wanted to do was kill Pei Yue, but the other party didn't show up at all. This helpless and hateful result instantly broke his psychological defense.

Previously, Wang Jiuxuan conveyed his predictions about the war in the wasteland through Wang Daxi. Even though he was already prepared, after receiving the good news from the messenger, Guo Linxi still couldn't believe it, so that he felt extremely depressed these two days, and the servants in the mansion

As silent as a cicada.

Fortunately, he left some people in the dark, and they will definitely be able to send the information about Pei Yue's disappearance back to Kyoto in time.

Thinking of this, he couldn't help but turn his head and look towards the southern sky.

I wonder if the knife in Kyoto can be successfully swung?

I hope the Duke of Guo can get his wish.
Chapter completed!