Reborn Lady - Chapter 358
The Wei Army, after defeating the most formidable city in the Yu Kingdom, proceeded to conquer the eastern and western capitals of the Yu Kingdom with remarkable ease.
By the end of February in the fifth year of Jinghe, the Wei forces besieged and captured the southern capital of the Yu Kingdom, capturing Emperor Li Ao of Yu and his entourage of over 100 individuals alive.
To assert the dominance of the Great Wei, the army publicly executed Emperor Li Ao’s family and more than a dozen Yu generals, displaying their severed heads as a warning.
Throughout the campaign, the Wei Army adhered strictly to Emperor Yongping’s military discipline, refraining from unnecessary harm to the people. This approach aimed to win the hearts of the local people and facilitate post-war governance.
With the destruction of the Yu Kingdom, it was added to the Jiaozhi Province of the State of Wei, under the temporary governance of General Mu Cheng.
The army remained stationed in Jiaozhi Province for a month. Once the newly appointed officials from various regions assumed their positions and all remnants of the Li Can were wiped out, life in the province began to normalize. Wei Luo and Yang Jingzhong received orders to return to the court. The withdrawal of the army marked the onset of summer in April. The battle, which lasted for several months, was successfully and quickly resolved according to the plan, avoiding the long and scorching heat that was conducive to the spread of miasma.
In early May, the Southern Expedition Army arrived in Jinling.
A total of 350,000 Southern troops were deployed, with over 100,000 casualties suffered on the battlefield. The remaining 250,000 Southern troops underwent a profound transformation during the conflict, emerging as a truly elite army.
Emperor Yongping led all the civil and military officials out of the city to reward the three armies, personally pouring wine for the soldiers.
The award ceremony lasted for over an hour. The victorious soldiers keenly felt the Emperor’s appreciation, while the onlookers from Jinling witnessed the army’s unwavering support for Emperor Yongping.
Despite the failed attempts of the preceding four dynasties to conquer the Yu Kingdom, Emperor Yongping achieved this feat.
The southern expedition to the Yu Kingdom not only showcased Emperor Yongping’s strength to the common people but also instilled fear in neighboring nations, deterring any future provocations.
Amidst a prosperous and thriving nation, Emperor Yongping found his greatest joy. This marked his first military expedition since ascending the throne, and the soldiers’ exemplary performance brought him immense pride.
While rewarding the army outside the city, Emperor Yongping didn’t devote much attention to his son Wei Luo and Yang Jingzhong. Understanding their closeness and significance as confidants, he reserved the opportunity for future rewards. Instead, his focus lay on acknowledging those who seldom had the chance to be in his presence. This included the middle-level generals and the soldiers below them, seizing the moment to demonstrate his appreciation and value for every soldier.
The middle-level generals and the 250,000 soldiers below them were thoroughly satisfied. For many, seeing the Emperor and even being served wine by him was a moment of unparalleled glory—a memory they would proudly boast about for a lifetime.
Satisfied with their achievements, the army withdrew in an orderly fashion, with plans to spend a few days in the barracks before returning to their designated guard stations.
Emperor Yongping escorted the senior generals back to the palace, where a lavish celebration banquet awaited.
During the banquet , Emperor Yongping lavished praise upon Yang Jingzhong and other generals. However, when it came to his son Wei Luo, he kept the words private, ensuring discretion among his courtiers present at the event.
While Yang Jingzhong refrained from boasting, he couldn’t bear to enjoy all the glory alone without acknowledging the contributions of others. As they drank, he recounted to Emperor Yongping the heroic deeds of His Royal Highness Prince Shu on the battlefield. The King of Shu, in an effort to bolster morale, fearlessly exposed himself to danger. For instance, when faced with treacherous terrain, he adhered to Emperor Yongping’s military directive of “refrain from advancing impulsively”. Despite disagreements from Yang Jingzhong and Mu Cheng, Prince Shu ordered the troop withdrawal, thus averting potential disaster.
Yang Pengju, Feng Teng, and other military generals all showered praise upon Wei Luo. Emperor Yongping listened with a smile, occasionally glancing at his third son seated nearby.
Wei Luo remained modest throughout, often shaking his head in humility while Yang Jingzhong and the others continued their conversation.
In Emperor Yongping’s eyes, his third son, who had been absent from Beijing for over a year, had been bronzed by the southern sun, his face appearing thinner, yet his physique growing more robust. Even as he sat there casually sipping his drink, he exuded an aura akin to that of a rested bird of prey or a relaxed cheetah—seemingly at ease, yet brimming with latent power. Should danger arise, he could unleash a lethal counterattack at a moment’s notice.
Emperor Yongping, despite having five sons, harbored a particular fondness for his third. Though he held this sentiment close to his heart, he maintained outward composure, stating, “Alright, enough praise for now. Without the support of the generals, he wouldn’t have had the opportunity to shine.”
With this, he gently interrupted the praises from Yang Jingzhong and the others, urging them to focus on enjoying their drinks.
Wei Luo remained unperturbed, feeling content in the moment.
At the table, the other brothers—Wei Yang, Wei Yan, Wei Xuan, and Wei Jing—were also present. The Crown Prince wore a polite smile, his thoughts known only to himself.
Wei Yan maintained a smile outwardly, but inwardly he couldn’t help but murmur silently to himself as Yang Jingzhong and Yang Pengju, father and son, repeatedly praised Wei Wei. It was evident to him that their enthusiasm stemmed from their familial connection to his sister’s husband. After several battles, he began to question whether his father truly favored the Third Brother
Wei Xuan had always respected his third brother; he was just a little envious. When would his father send him out to lead troops as well? He also wanted to join in another hearty fight.
As for Wei Jing, who likely would never have the chance to face the enemy in combat, he sincerely admired his third brother. He understood the hardships of battlefield life, as evidenced by the tan on his brother’s skin, realizing that warfare was far from comfortable.
An altar of fine wine was served, and it was quickly emptied until even Yang Jingzhong passed out. Then Emperor Yongping with a blushing face, laughed loudly, saying to Wei Luo, “Good guy, come, help me back.”
How could he not be proud and boastful of his son being so good?
Wei Luo left the table immediately and came over to hold his father’s shoulder. Emperor Yongping was tall, and he was so drunk. If he were the Crown Prince or Wei Yan, he might not be able to support him all at once.
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