"Han brother is right! Come, pass this king's order, command the local officials to prepare cattle, sheep, and wine on the spot, for the purpose of entertaining the army!"
"Yes!"
On a day like today, no matter how bad his mood was, he had to put on a happy face at this time.
"Your Highness, should the memorial to report victory to His Majesty be prepared now?"
Fortunately, Han Mo knew when to stop and didn't dwell on this issue. After a few words of warning, he directly changed the subject.
"Han brother is right, this king is really too happy, I will leave this to Han brother, and this king will go to write a victory report to the Emperor!"
After returning to his study, Zhao Zhen wiped the cold sweat from his forehead.
At this time, he truly understood Han Mo's prowess. If Han Mo hadn't intentionally shown mercy earlier, a huge disaster would have occurred under the sun today.
Regardless of Zhao Zhen's mood, after he closed the door, the people of Suzhou city erupted in complete revelry.
Even the runners in the Pacification Commissioner's office joined the celebration.
Two days later, the news of Fang La's capture finally reached Bianliang City.
While it should have been a time for national celebration, as the people rejoiced, the important figures were all plunged into difficult choices.
On this matter, the Crown Prince, Prince Yun, and Cai Jing all had surprisingly consistent attitudes. If a prince with military achievements like this returned to Bianliang City, his status would be completely different.
Even Prince Yun, Zhao Kai, was far inferior to Zhao Zhen in terms of military achievements.
Not to mention the Crown Prince, who was always timid and submissive.
Once he returned to Bianliang City, how could the Crown Prince and Prince Yun continue their struggle?
"Your Majesty, it seems that only an immortal can make a move. Look, the formation has just been set up, and it hasn't even been 10 days, yet such great news has come back!"
Regardless of how troubled the Crown Prince and the others were, Liang Shicheng was in an extremely good mood today.
Zhao Zhen's ability to rise to prominence was partly due to his efforts. If it hadn't been for his recommendation, Zhao Zhen wouldn't have been able to achieve such success, let alone leave Bianliang City.
If Zhao Zhen could ascend to the throne, he would at least be considered a loyal subject who helped the emperor ascend.
One was the Crown Prince, the other was Prince Xin. One held the moral high ground, the other was capable. Whichever of these two men ascended to the throne would be beneficial to him.
Compared to the predicament of other important figures, he was now able to advance and retreat with ease.
"As you say, it seems to be true. It's been a long time since we've heard good news. The last good news was when that kid Han Mo brought us copper coins!"
As Liang Shicheng said this, Zhao Ji also remembered Lin Ling su's abilities.
"On such a joyous occasion, why not, Your Majesty, summon the immortal to the palace to divine for us?"
Seeing the smile on Zhao Ji's face, Liang Shicheng seized the opportunity to strike while the iron was hot.
Since those monks were kicked out of Bianliang City, his mood had been improving day by day.
Although he hadn't had any deep conversations or transactions with Lin Ling su again, the tacit understanding between them had increased significantly compared to before.
"What you say does seem to make sense. It's been a long time since I've heard good news. The last time was when Han Mo brought me copper coins!"
Reminded by Liang Shicheng, Zhao Ji suddenly remembered Lin Ling su's usefulness.
"On such a joyous occasion, why not, Your Majesty, summon the immortal to the palace to divine for us?"
Seeing the smile on Zhao Ji's face, Liang Shicheng seized the opportunity to strike while the iron was hot.
"Your words do make sense. It just so happens that there is something on my mind that I cannot decide, and it would be good to hear Mr. Yuan Miao's opinion!"
As Zhao Ji was reminded, he suddenly had an idea.
"Your Majesty, please wait. I will send someone to invite Mr. Yuan Miao immediately!"
"Reporting to Your Majesty, Yuan Miao's disciple Zhang Ruhui is requesting an audience outside the hall!"
Before Liang Shicheng could even walk out of the hall, a young eunuch ran in from outside, saying anxiously.
"Hahaha, it's as they say, speak of the devil and he shall appear. Please come in quickly!"
After hearing the young eunuch's words, Zhao Ji couldn't help but laugh out loud.
"This humble Taoist pays his respects to the Emperor!"
Lin Ling su referred to Zhao Ji as the Emperor, and all the disciples of the Shenxiao Sect also addressed him as the Emperor when they met him.
Although this title had always been criticized by court officials, Zhao Ji himself was quite pleased with it.
"Get up. Sir, you asked him to come at this time. Is there something on your mind?"
Since he was in a good mood today, Zhao Ji couldn't help but say with a smile.
"Replying to the Emperor, this humble Taoist is here to beg for help. I implore Your Majesty, considering my master's usual diligence, to have the imperial physicians in the palace save my master!"
As soon as Zhao Ji finished speaking, Zhang Ruhui had already knelt on the ground and begun to wail.
"What did you say? Save the master? What happened to the master?"
Hearing this, Zhao Ji stood up with a jolt.
"This humble Taoist doesn't know what's going on. My master has had a high fever for two days. Half an hour ago, he suddenly started spitting blood profusely, and at this moment, he is likely unconscious!"
"What did you say? Half an hour ago?"
After hearing his words, Zhao Ji's expression became solemn.
"Your Majesty, my master always said that interfering in major affairs of the world would lead to backlash. Could it be..."
Although he didn't know if what this fellow was saying was true or not, Liang Shicheng instinctively added a sentence for him.
"Half an hour ago, wasn't that precisely when the victory report arrived at Jin? Come, quickly summon the imperial physicians!"
After hearing Liang Shicheng's words, Zhao Ji immediately reacted.
He had had some doubts about Lin Ling su's contribution, but after hearing Zhang Ruhui's words, the remaining doubts were completely cast aside.
This person was almost seriously injured and dying. If he were to be suspicious at this time, wouldn't that be too disheartening?
"Come, quickly summon the imperial physicians, order all the imperial physicians in the Imperial Hospital to rush to the Shenxiao Palace immediately!"
"You get up first. His Majesty has already ordered the imperial physicians to go and save him. You should hurry back as well!"
Seeing that the imperial physicians had already been dispatched, Zhang Ruhui wiped away his tears and walked out of the hall.
"Shou Dao, what do you think of this matter?"
Only when the great hall was left with only the two of them again did Zhao Ji frown and look at Liang Shicheng.
"Replying to Your Majesty, this old minister has heard that the greater the heaven-defying deeds one commits, the more severe the backlash. The matter in the southeast has reached the heavens. Hundreds of thousands of troops besieged it, and for several months there was no sign of peace. Suddenly, two young generals with a few thousand men captured Fang La. How does this sound..."