Chapter 302

Gu Jing was inwardly dissatisfied, in his eyes, his imperial father was supposed to be a wise ruler and had great intentions to restore the prosperity the Daqi once had, unlike the former emperor who became fatuous in his later years, and caused Daqi to its collapse, and the people had no way of living.

So, even if his imperial father was leaning like the former emperor, it was inevitable that he only has the intention to spare but his strength was insufficient.

Gu Jing took two deep breaths to calm himself down a little before he continued to say seriously, “Imperial father, of course, this son would not be so stupid as to give Yelu Luan that blueprint, it was fake.”

The emperor slightly raised his eyebrows in surprise, this was something he didn’t expect.

Seeing that the emperor believed him, Gu Jing continued: “Imperial father, perhaps this son isn’t thoughtful enough in some aspects but this son never has the heart to betray Daqi.”

“The blueprint of the compound bow was given to this son by Yingluo voluntarily, saying that she knows that this son is in peace talks with Northern Yan, and this blueprint can make Yelu Luan agree to the terms of the peace talks as soon as possible.”

“Of course, this son thought it was also inappropriate, but thinking about what Yelu Luan had said before that if Daqi was willing to give the blueprint of the compound bow, he can give Daqi more than 1000 Turkic horses, so this son made its mind.”

“But this son also knows that the compound bow is of great importance and must not fall into the hands of the Northern Yan, so this son gave a fake blueprint to Yelu Luan.”

The emperor looked at Gu Jing in silence as he slowly turned the jade ring, not expressing his opinion.

Gu Jing took out a blueprint from his arms and presented it with both hands high, Zhou Xin then took the blueprint and handed it to the emperor.

Gu Jing kowtowed repeatedly to the emperor, “Imperial Father although this son wanted to sign a peace agreement with Northern Yan as soon as possible, in hope that the two countries can have a truce, this son will never betray Daqi.”

The emperor took the blueprint of the compound bow without looking at it and handed it directly to Gu Zezhi, giving him a meaningful look.

Since Gu Zezhi has set up this game, so of course, he would not really let Yelu Luan get the real blueprint. The said blueprint in Tai Wangye’s mansion was originally tampered with.

Gu Zezhi glanced at the blueprint in his hand, this was actually drawn by him, so he naturally wouldn’t admit it. However, it was just merely a blueprint, that’s for sure.

Gu Jing noticed the exchange of glances between Gu Zezhi and the emperor and secretly heaved a sigh of relief, knowing that the most difficult hurdle had passed and a cold sweat broke out on the back of his neck.

“Imperial Father, although the peace talks between this son are unfavorable, this son really did not do anything to betray Daqi.” Gu Jing stressed again, “The peace between the two countries has not come easy, and this son always believes that we should not go to war again!”

The emperor looked at Gu Jing and hesitated to speak but, in the end, he didn’t say anything and just slightly pursed his thin lips.n/o/vel/b//in dot c//om

After a while, the emperor said, “Go back to your palace, and reflect on yourself.”

This statement was tantamount to striping him of his duties, seeing that Gu Jing was not up for the job.

“Yes, Imperial Father.” At this moment, Gu Jing dare not say a word more. After kowtowing to the emperor again, he got up and retreated.

As he kowtows and withdrew, his hand hidden in his sleeve was still slightly shaking as his heart tightened.

In the imperial study, only the emperor, Gu Zezhi and Gu Zhen were left.

The emperor began to slowly turn the jade again, and only after a while did he sigh, “It’s a pity.”

Gu Zezhi knew what the emperor was saying, and nodded slightly.

Truly a pity.

Daqi’s foundation was too weak.

Ever since the former emperor’s later years, Daqi has been riddled with holes, the national treasury was empty, and chaos was everywhere, in addition, Northern Yan and Xidi have invaded the Daqi’s border for years. Today’s Daqi was just merely making it known that they still have enough manpower to wage a war but that’s all and nothing more, otherwise, they could take advantage of this great victory in northern Xinjiang and seize the Dayan’s capital then maybe they could really win and conquer the north.

The emperor softly sighed again, his body has been in poor health for many years now, and his spirit was no different.

At the beginning of his accession to the throne, he also made great efforts to govern, but he was powerless. It took him ten years to get rid of the plight of almost losing his country, but domestic and foreign troubles continued.

Regardless of whether Gu Jing was just exonerating himself or not, there was one thing that he was right about, Daqi had no strength to fight anymore.

“It’s a pity…” the emperor couldn’t help but said it again.

Gu Zezhi said softly: “Your Majesty, after Daqi recovers, we will fight again.”

The emperor was stunned and subconsciously looked at Gu Zezhi.

Gu Zezhi stood with his hands behind his back, and his usual beautiful and gentle eyebrows and eyes showed sharpness, like a sharp sword being drawn from its sheath, gleaming with a deep chill.

A smile slowly escaped from the corners of the emperor’s mouth, and his expression gained confidence.

The emperor clapped loudly as he said with a smile, “Then I will wait for you to open up the territory for Daqi.”

Gu Zhen who was watching the adults also followed his imperial father clapping and nodding heavily.

“Your Majesty,” Gu Zezhi smiled and cupped his hand, “Da Qi still has Yu Fuyun.”

“Well said!” The emperor laughed heartily.

Yes, Daqi has Yu Fuyun and Gu Zezhi…

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