Li Chenghui's mood is complicated. As a martial artist, Rong Ma has been a lifelong man, and making contributions on the battlefield is the highest pursuit of his life; However, as a veteran general of Goryeo, his vision should not be limited to taking down the enemy's head, but also put the interests of the country in a priority position. For the long-term interests of Goryeo, he resolutely sided with the faction of Wenchen to oppose the sending of troops to the country of Juan, but King Choi Wendeok was not persuaded by him, and the proposal to send troops was still passed.

The generals of the Young Zhuang faction led by A Yizhi were excited about this, and they all began to prepare for the dispatch of troops. The civilian officials, on the other hand, sighed and worried about the consequences of the coming war. As the only high-ranking military general who stood on the anti-war stance, Li Chenghui's position became very awkward: for the sake of Goryeo's long-term plans, the result was the alienation and neglect of the young Zhuang generals.

What bothered Li Chenghui the most was his two sons, Li Yong and Li Meng, who were also fanatical supporters of sending troops to the country of silk. The two brothers expressed extreme incomprehension of their father's anti-war position, and expressed extreme indignation that they were marginalized like their father and had no chance to go to the battlefield to kill the enemy and make meritorious contributions, and even blamed their father for not standing on the side of the civilian officials. As a result, he was severely reprimanded by Li Chenghui. After Li Chenghui said something that told them to look farther in order to become better generals, the brothers silently retreated with uneven looks.

The veteran sat in his chair and gently massaged his head, and although he persuaded his sons in this way, he was no less indignant than his sons. Since he was still a young military general with strong blood, he was a brave military general who charged at the front line every time he went out, and for the first time in his life, he became a grain officer, and this humiliation made him blood surge.

Li Chenghui's lieutenant Lu Xuan quietly walked in. This man who is already forty-five years old is Li Chenghui's most relied on deputy, because Li Chenghui is essentially a fierce general-type type, and careful thinking and meticulous command are not his innate qualities. And Lu Xuan is a good general who is born with both wisdom and bravery, if he did not have his assistance to make up for Li Chenghui's shortcomings, Li Chenghui would not have been able to obtain such a dazzling martial arts.

"My lord, the two sons seem to be very dissatisfied with what happened now."

"It's not just them, in fact, the old man is also very dissatisfied. But the old man himself knew in his heart that it was extremely unwise to start a war with the country of silk. Li Chenghui responded with a calm face.

Xia Guan also thinks that the adult's consideration is correct. It's just that this time the adults didn't take into account the king's selfish intentions, which can be regarded as a mistake. ”

"You're right. Hum! It's all Ah Yizhi, a guy who lacks vision! We may take advantage of the initial war, but when the Silk Country survives the initial disadvantage, the war will be extremely difficult. Li Chenghui raised his head and looked at the air, thinking of those wingmen who had lived and died together and fought together. If none of them had died, a man like Ayizhi would not have been able to sit in the position of marshal. What kind of path will Goryeo go on without these valuable talents?

Lu Xuan noticed Li Chenghui's sentimental expression and said, "My lord, the lower officials think that Ah Yizhi is a very intelligent character, and he shouldn't be blind to this step." ”

"Oh? So why did he insist on sending troops? Li Chenghui retracted his thoughts, stared at Lu Xuan and said.

"This is just the speculation of the lower officials. Xia Guan believes that although Ah Yizhi has obtained the position of marshal, the highest position as a martial artist, his prestige does not match this status. Therefore, he hopes to increase his reputation through this war, and then he will replace you as the number one military commander in Goryeo. ”

Li Chenghui raised his eyebrows: "Just him?" Chang Miao, the general of the Silk Country, judging from his surprise attack on Xinyang City, is by no means an ordinary general. Wasn't he afraid that he would lose the war? ”

"He should know, but he doesn't have to be in command of this war all the time. As the adults expected, our country might take advantage of this war at the beginning, and he wanted to use these victories to accumulate prestige for himself. Then he can step down as marshal, leave the responsibility for the defeat to his successor, and then let him make peace with the Silk Country, and as long as the peace talks are established, then the prestige of his victory over the Silk Country will probably surpass your prestige. ”

"Are you saying that he disregarded the interests of the country and the people, and launched a war with the country of silk only for his own selfish interests?" Li Chenghui's eyes widened.

"Xia Guan also hopes that Ah Yizhi is not such a person, but I hope Xia Guan's speculation is wrong." Lu Xuan said indifferently. But the faces of both the speaker and the listener became solemn. Ayi's usual behavior made them more inclined to believe this speculation.

Li Chenghui pondered for a moment and said, "No, I must explain this matter to the prime minister, make a statement to the king, and let His Majesty the king see this matter clearly." ”

After Li Chenghui finished speaking, he stood up and walked out, Lu Xuan stretched out his hand to stop him, but stopped halfway through. Li Chenghui's idea is correct, there is still the possibility of preventing the dispatch of troops, even if there is little hope, it is necessary to make a try.

Before Li Chenghui walked out of the courtyard, Li Yong hurriedly ran in, with an excited look on his face: "Troops!" The marshal has already given the order to send troops! ”

"What? What did you say? Li Chenghui stopped in place.

"Father, the marshal has ordered General He Donghuan to lead three thousand elite soldiers to rush to the aid of Liaoyang City in the starry night to help Chengyun defend! The rest of the troops will send troops to the Yalu River on a certain day! ”

Li Chenghui and Lu Xuan exchanged glances at each other, and the same thought appeared in their hearts: This kid is one step faster than us!

Lu Xuan couldn't help but glance at the sky, the sky was overcast, just like his mood at this time: "In this way, as long as the Silk Country sends troops to Liaoyang City, it will be found that our country is involved in this rebellion, and it will be too late at that time." ”

"Yes, war is inevitable." Li Chenghui lowered his head.

Li Yong noticed that his father's clenched fists were trembling slightly, and he couldn't help but look at his father's face. It was a picture of painful struggle, and when the distorted picture returned to calm, the veteran looked up again. At this time, what appeared on his face was no longer the veteran general who was worried about the country and the people, but was replaced by Li Yong, who was full of fighting spirit and murderous spirit, and charged into battle to capture the flag of the first military general of Goryeo, Li Chenghui!

"Since war is inevitable, as warriors, we should do our best to defeat the enemy! Obtain an unrivaled martial arts! Li Chenghui, who switched to the spiritual channel, issued a war declaration that belonged to his personal style.

This is really the hopeless temperament of a martial artist. Lu Xuan, who sighed like this, showed a hint of a smile: In fact, he was the same, Li Chenghui's bold words also ignited the blood of the part of his body that belonged to the martial arts.