Chapter 102: Provocation

  Provocation

  Less than ten days later, the army had made all preparations and was waiting for Yin Haicheng's order to break camp.

  Three days after Yin Haicheng set off, Rong Jingze also brought his own men and horses, bringing Yin Ruofei and more than a thousand people with him, embarking on the journey.

  Before this, General Huang had already set out with the first batch of grain and fodder, while the second batch was being collected from various places and would also be transported soon.

  Even when going out, Rong Jingze was still sitting in the carriage, with his horse tied up behind him and someone specially serving him. Yin Ruofei rarely came out, where would he be willing to stay in the carriage, following several servant brothers riding their own war horses back and forth.

  Although they were late for several days, because there were fewer people and their physical strength was too strong, they gradually caught up with the main force.

  "Your Majesty, who is it that dares to invade my territory this time?" Although Yin Ruofei knew that the enemy country had invaded, she was not clear about the specific leader, which was also a military secret and could not be known by everyone.

  The territory borders on two countries, one of which is the great country of Wu, and the other is the nomadic nation of Da Yuezhi.

  Beyond that vast grassland is another great country, Jin Guo.

  This time the invasion was aimed at this domain country, and the territory of the domain country is also vast. However, internally, many princes have come of age and are eyeing the throne, making the political situation very unstable, and any slight change will affect the entire country.

  This time border invasion is precisely because of the alternation of military power, struggling for military power to conquer and subdue the court. If able to attack cities and seize land, it will be very beneficial for succession.

  However, according to Zewang and Zhenjiang Hou's analysis, the fourth prince Havadi, who obtained military power this time, may not really fight to the death with Lin Chao. Havadi already has a strong presence in the court, and now that he has gained military power, it is more likely that he will force the emperor to abdicate and usurp the throne, which is not the first time in the history of this country.

  The chances of success in the battle are at least 60%, so Yin Haicheng and Rong Jingze are not particularly worried, this time they just came to earn military merit, and the Emperor also knows this point, so he let Rong Jingze come.

  This is his most trusted right-hand man, who lives a life of luxury in the capital and helps him deal with some shady matters. It's still safe for now. After all, when two armies clash on the battlefield, swords and knives have no eyes, if this battle is really treacherous, he can't let him come at all costs.

  Yin Haicheng and Rong Jingze felt relieved in their hearts, but they didn't take it lightly. This Hawadi coup was just their analysis, as for what would really happen, they could only wait and see. They made thorough preparations and vowed to defend the border with their lives.

  Rong Jingze, on the other hand, was wholeheartedly teaching Yin Ruofei, analyzing all sorts of potential factors in detail for him to hear. Seeing Yin Ruofei's bewildered expression, he even raised one and countered with three, feeling very relieved in his heart.

  The day finally arrived at the border military camp, the army settled down, Yin Haicheng took over the military power, and gathered all the generals to discuss military affairs.

  Yin Ruofei is the son of Yin Haicheng and also a close attendant of Ze Wang, so he naturally occupies a seat. However, the crowd does not recognize him, and those who are familiar with Yin Haicheng happen to know Jin Yuan, but Yin Ruofei is too young, except for General Huang who came with him, all the people stationed in this border area do not know him.

  Seeing the weak and sickly appearance of King De, the hard Han generals were initially stunned, wondering why this king was so frail yet still came to the border. When they saw a handsome young man named Yin Ruo Fei diligently serving him, they immediately had evil thoughts.

  Isn't this the mark left by the young servant of the king?

  Also, Yin Ruofei was too young. Even if he was a soldier at a young age, he should be at least sixteen or seventeen years old. Moreover, although he had been practicing martial arts for many years, he didn't have the rough and sturdy build of ordinary boys who practiced martial arts, but instead had a delicate appearance, and was extremely obedient to Rong Jingze, which made people suspect nothing.

  "This is the headquarters of the Chinese army, not just anyone can come in!" The first general to speak up was a burly man who had been stationed on this border for some time and was also quite rough around the edges. He had never seen anything like this before, and the more he thought about it, the more he felt that Yin Ruofei was one of those kinds of people, and his face showed disdain.

  The general who was with him didn't pay attention, they were in a hurry to report the border affairs to Yin Haicheng, where would they go to see what king and what servant boy.

  At this time, everyone was stunned when they heard the dragon general speak. They looked around the big tent and saw Yin Ruofei. Yin Ruofei and Rong Jingze were indeed intimate, these two people had grown up together, especially now that they slept together, and didn't seem to mind being too close to each other.

  Adding General Long's words, these few people also simultaneously revealed the same expression on their faces.

  Rong Jingze's smile was retracted from his face, and he looked coldly at General Long. Just as he was about to speak, he was intercepted by Yin Ruofei.

  "Who is this general talking about?" Yin Ruofei's face was full of smiles, and those who knew him would definitely know that this kid was up to no good again. However, in the eyes of General Long, it looked like flattery.

  "Hmph, some people lack self-awareness and need me to point it out? General Long's face was filled with disdain, and almost everyone in the tent knew who he was referring to."

  Yin Haicheng's face sank, about to speak, but seeing Yin Ruofei's calm demeanor, he relaxed again, wanting to see how his son would handle it.

  "I really don't know, it's better if General says it himself!" Yin Ruofei chuckled.

  "You think I dare not speak?!" General Long slapped the table, "Everyone sitting in this main military tent is a hero of our great dynasty, what are you?"

  "What's this thing?" Yin Ruofei repeated in his mouth while looking at Rong Jingze, "Your Highness, he asked me what this thing is, can I tell him?"

  "Tell him then, lest some people remain ignorant." Rong Jingze's face was calm as water, but he was secretly delighted. Once this General Whatever found out, he would definitely be hurt internally.

  "Alright. Since you asked, I'll tell you." Yin Ruofei walked slowly to the center of the large tent, "My name is Yin Ruofei, and I'm the vanguard officer for this expedition. I don't know which rank you hold, General?"

  "I am the fifth-grade deputy general of Longfeng Mountain." General Long had not yet grasped that his opponent was a vanguard officer, and he replied obediently.

  "I am the Imperial Seal's authentic fourth-rank Vanguard Officer, concurrently serving as Deputy Commander-in-Chief. You are a fifth-rank officer. There is a full two-grade difference between us, yet you dare to interrogate me? What kind of logic is this?" Yin Ruo Fei's good temper had just been retracted, replaced by cold and stern words. "Does General Long not understand the military's rules? If I am not qualified to be here, then do you have the qualifications to be here?"

  "You, you're a fourth-rank Vanguard Officer?" General Long finally came to his senses after a string of questions, and after figuring out what the other person was saying, he was completely stunned. "How is this possible?"

  "What's wrong? Do you want to take a look at the imperial edict again?"

  "Wait, your surname is Yin?"

  "I'm not talented, but this vanguard officer was originally the seventh son of the marshal, however, you don't need to suspect that this vanguard officer wasn't given by the marshal, but was rewarded by the emperor." Yin Ruofei had an arrogant face, and his small appearance was enough to overwhelm the people who doubted him just now, as if he meant to say "whoever dares to speak again will be killed".

  Rong Jingze really couldn't wait to pull his Fei'er over and hug him tightly, although he said that every night he waited for Xiao Fei to fall asleep before kissing him a few times, but it was not enough. At this time, although he strongly wanted to kiss that little face, but in front of so many people, he also knew it was not appropriate.

  But in his heart, he was secretly cheering, glaring fiercely, and cursing loudly. Who dares to disobey? He'll come and collect the debt!

  Long General was really stunned this time, he certainly knew that Yin Haicheng's son couldn't possibly go to serve as a servant boy for the king, and with a nervous glance back, he looked at Yin Haicheng, who indeed had an iron face.

  General Long's face turned ashen and he shuddered.

  "Alright, stop the noise." Yin Haicheng spoke up, his son had clearly gained the upper hand, and he didn't bother to strike back again. They were here to fight a war after all.

  Long General and Yin Ruofei each bowed their hands, retreating to the left and right. Rong Jingze had a smile on his face, but didn't say a word, while Long General's people on both sides looked at him with sympathy instead.

  The enemy army is approaching, and there are many things to discuss. Many of the marshals have not yet arrived, and the undecided matters are all reported to Yin Haicheng, who makes decisions one by one and asks for Rong Jingze's opinion. Rong Jingze also nods in agreement. Yin Haicheng is an old general, and these decisions Rong Jingze cannot find any fault with either.

  "Marshal, the archer not only needs to have strong arms and eyesight, but also self-defense capabilities." General Zhao stood up and reported, "Before, there was no such person in the army. We tried several times in the camp, all of which were less than 150 steps, and the accuracy was greatly lost..."

  Yin Haicheng nodded. Previously, everyone discussed that someone needed to sneak into the rear during the battle between the two armies and burn the enemy's grain and fodder. Their scouts had already found a path, which led along a small road close to where the enemy stored their grain and fodder, and as long as they brought oil and fire, they could launch a surprise attack and burn the enemy's grain and fodder.

  But the distance was over two hundred steps away. The idea was good, but it was difficult to implement, which made them feel stuck in their throat, reluctant to give up, and could only watch with open eyes.

  Yin Ruofei was eager to try, but on the way, Rong Jingze told him to be calm and wait for the right moment to strike, so as to make a big impact. At this time, he wasn't sure if it was the right moment that Rong Jingze had mentioned earlier.

  Looking at Yin Ruofei looking at him with those big eyes, Rong Jingze couldn't help but want to laugh, and patted him lightly on the hand, "Go."

  This kid has been eager to show his face for a long time, and this is indeed an opportunity. If he's not allowed to go, there may not be many people in the army who are suitable, and those who can go have already gone.

  Seeing Rong Jingze agree, Yin Ruofei hastily stood up and saluted the seated Yin Haicheng with a fist, "Commander. I am willing to accept orders."

  "You..." Yin Haicheng was taken aback, although he knew his son's martial arts skills were still pretty good. Back then, he had easily defeated Lao Liu and cleaned up the mess like a child. But as for how strong and accurate his archery skills were, Yin Haicheng really didn't know.

  This is the front line of two armies, not a joke, nor a casual conversation between father and son at home. If they fail, this secret will likely be exposed, and the enemy will transfer their grain and fodder, leaving them with no more opportunities.

  "This is a serious matter, not child's play!" General Long had been holding back his anger for some time and couldn't help but speak up when he saw Yin Ruofei step forward. In his opinion, this young whippersnapper who still had the smell of mother's milk on him and hadn't even shed all his baby hair yet, what could he possibly be capable of? He was only given a fourth-rank official position because of his father and the prince's face. Old Long had been fighting on the borders for so many years and was still just a fifth-rank official, it was really stifling.

  "Since General Long is not convinced, then let's go out and try it!"

  "You..."

  "If you don't dare, then it's insubordination and contempt for a superior officer. By rights, I should give you thirty military lashes!"

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