The assassin's princess is actually my aunt

Chapter 162: Gu's Loyal Spirits at Lianlu Pass

Empress Dowager Duanrong watched Emperor Qianyao fall down. She was so emotional that she fainted soon after.

The scene suddenly fell into chaos, and everyone was busy scrambling to accommodate Emperor Qianyao and Empress Dowager Duanrong.

It was confirmed that Emperor Qianyao and Empress Dowager Duanrong were both fine and were just frightened. They needed to rest and recuperate for a few days before they could recover.

Everyone just breathed a sigh of relief...

Everyone tacitly let go of the matter of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince becoming the King of Han for the time being.

After all, the Queen is still in the throne, and there is also Prince Sheng Qian Wushang, as well as important court officials and the Duke of Fuguo, in charge, so the situation is not completely out of control.

After finishing the other trivial matters in Yide Palace.

A piece of news about the Crown Princess came out from the side courtyard of Yide Palace.

After several hours of difficult labor, the Crown Princess finally gave birth to a daughter at the critical moment of life and death.

However, due to severe physical exhaustion, the Crown Princess fell into a deep sleep.

Fortunately, I had taken the tonic made from the thousand-year-old ginseng in advance.

Although he was still in a coma, at least he had escaped from the gates of hell and was not in danger of death for the time being.

The Duke of Fuguo stared at the Grand Tutor Wang in front of him and couldn't help but sigh deeply in his heart.

This Taifu Wang, as the head of the civil servants, has always been elegant and dignified, as admirable as the breeze and bright moon.

However, at this moment, he seemed so depressed and lonely, and suddenly lost his former charm.

Wang Taifu said softly to the Duke of Fuguo:

"Mr. Gu, Mengyu's mother passed away too early, and the prince..."

At this point, Wang Taifu pursed his lips slightly, as if he found it difficult to speak.

After a pause, he continued, “I’m afraid I have too much work to do to take care of my family affairs.

If I hand the mansion over to the Yao family to manage, Mengyu is now in a coma and the child has just been born, I really can't feel at ease!

Therefore, even if I have to give up this official robe, I will take Mengyu and the child home to take care of them personally."

What Wang Taifu meant by taking home was not the original Prince's Mansion, but his own Taifu Mansion.

His expression became somewhat solemn, and his eyes revealed a hint of guilt and uneasiness.

After a moment of silence, he slowly said:

“What happened today is beyond our ability to understand.

As for His Majesty, if anyone mentions Meng Yu, I hope Mr. Gu will show mercy and do his best to protect her.

From then on, Wang had no other requests except that Mengyu and his grandson could be safe and sound.

Sigh…” Before he finished speaking, he let out another long and heavy sigh.

At this moment, the Duke of Fuguo's eyes were fixed on the listless and slightly decadent Tutor Wang in front of him.

I couldn't help but feel pity and helplessness in my heart.

He thought to himself: That's true, not to mention Wang Taifu, the prince's father-in-law.

Even if it were me, I would be in such a complicated and difficult situation.

I'm afraid you will feel lost and helpless!

If you are lucky enough to stay out of it and not be implicated, it can be considered a blessing from heaven.

The Duke of Fuguo nodded slightly, indicating his agreement with what Grand Tutor Wang said.

When Wang Taifu saw this, his face was filled with joy and gratitude.

Then, Master Wang slowly turned around and looked directly at Leng Xinmo with a firm and serious look.

He bowed slightly, and with neat and meticulous movements, he gave her a standard salute.

Then he said, “Princess Mingnuo, I am here to represent the daughter of my Wang family.

At the same time, on my own behalf and on behalf of the entire Wang family, I sincerely thank you for saving my life!

You saved two lives of our Wang family!

From now on, Princess, if you have any needs or instructions,

No matter how big or small the matter is, no matter how urgent or unimportant it is.

Wang will definitely do his best and go all out, and will never have the slightest hesitation or regret. "

Facing such a solemn thanks from Master Wang, Leng Xinmo did not show too much modesty, but just nodded slightly to show his acceptance.

Upon seeing this, Taifu Wang said no more and greeted the Duke of Fuguo, Qian Wushang, Leng Xinmo and others.

Then he walked straight towards the side hall of Yide Palace.

At this moment, the Duke of Fuguo's face, which was originally slightly pale, was filled with deep worry.

He frowned tightly, stared at Qian Wushang, and said worriedly:

"Prince Sheng, what should we do about Lianlu Pass? If what Prince Yi said is true.

Then in the western border, there are not only 300,000 troops, but also millions of innocent civilians.

How could Prince Yi bear to put these unarmed people in danger..."

Qian Wushang pondered for a moment and replied calmly:

"Old Duke, don't worry too much. I have already sent my men to intercept them."

After hearing Qian Wuheng's words, regardless of whether they were true or false, Qian Wushang had already sent Tianyi to the west to intercept the news.

Even though the truth could not be concealed in the end, Prince Yi rebelled and committed suicide.

Such a big thing will soon be known to the world.

But now, time is opportunity. Whoever can seize the opportunity will be able to take the initiative.

Hearing this, the Duke of Fuguo's expression eased a little.

But after all, as long as the 300,000-strong army is in Feng Yian's hands, Qianyao's western border will be in danger.

The Duke of Fuguo sighed heavily and said, "Well, forget it. When Your Majesty wakes up, I will immediately request to go to war in compliance with your order."

"Old Duke...how can you do this!"

Qian Wushang looked disapproving and said, “The journey to the west is long.

My Lord, you are old, it is really not suitable for you to travel long distances..."

The Duke of Fuguo just waved his hand and said nonchalantly:

"Alas, although I am a little old, I am not too old to walk!

Besides, Prince Sheng must also be aware of this in our entire court.

The people who know the Xiqi Army best are none other than the Gu family of our Fuguogong Mansion!"

Not only the old Duke himself, but also his two sons and a daughter-in-law.

Gu Jingxuan, Gu Xuanxuan's parents, and second uncle were all stationed in Lianlu Pass for a long time.

It’s a pity that in those days, during those thrilling wars.

Several countries jointly attacked Qianyao, attempting to divide up Qianyao's territory.

At that time, the Xiqi cavalry mobilized the entire country to launch a fierce attack on Lianlu Pass.

Qian Yao at that time was in a dilemma with enemies surrounding him from all sides.

The Gu family army waited for reinforcements but no one came, and they couldn't get any food or fodder, so the situation became increasingly difficult.

However, at this critical moment, the Gu Yue Kingdom, which had already invaded Qian Yao, temporarily changed its formation.

It successfully alleviated the huge pressure on Qianyao’s hinterland.

But despite this, the Xiqi soldiers who had already entered Lianlu Pass were still unwilling to retreat easily.

This fierce battle lasted for several years and both sides paid a heavy price.

In the end, Xiqi chose to withdraw his troops, leaving behind nearly half of his million men.

But the Prince's Mansion also suffered heavy losses.

The old Duke's two sons and a daughter-in-law all died in the battlefield, their bodies wrapped in horsehide, and they were buried outside Lianlu Pass.

The Duke of Fuguo himself was also seriously injured and only recovered after years of recuperation.

Therefore, it can be said that Lianlu Pass is of extraordinary significance to the Duke of Fuguo, far beyond the imagination of ordinary people.

Not only is this place buried with the heroic souls of his beloved relatives, but it is also soaked with their blood who sacrificed their lives for the country.

Even so, later, because Gu Jingxuan was still young and the old Duke was seriously injured and had not recovered, he could not continue to fight on the battlefield.

Lianlu Pass was handed over to Concubine Feng Duan's brother, Feng Yian, to guard.

But in the old Duke’s heart, that was the land where the blood of countless soldiers of the Gu family army was shed.

We must never be trampled and ravaged by the Xiqi cavalry again!