The Prince Wants to Assassinate Me Every Day

Chapter 1401: Chapter 806: Mobilization: The Cold War Between Xie Qianyun and Xiao Luming (Part 3)

"I have already discussed with the Great General. If the Tartars’ target is me, with the Iron Cavalry Army’s capability, fighting against the Tartars for a few days won’t be a problem. As long as the troops led by the Great General can quickly seize Oasis and then support from south of Hebei through Oasis, Empress and I will not be in much danger," Xiao Luming said with determination.

The general wanted to say something.

Xiao Luming gestured for him not to speak further, saying, "Therefore, the most crucial point of this operation rests on the Great General! As long as the Great General’s army can capture Oasis within the planned days, this campaign will be invincible!"

This also signifies that Xiao Luming entrusted his life to Xie Ruotong.

Xie Ruotong naturally understood the immense pressure.

But undeniably, this is the only method to achieve absolute victory.

Xie Ruotong gritted her teeth and said respectfully, "I shall not disappoint the Emperor’s high expectations."

Xiao Luming nodded slightly.

"This campaign shall follow my deployment. I demand that within five days, the Iron Cavalry Army must secretly set out, and then the Great General will lead the main forces in accordance with the deployment to march and set out."

"I obey the command."

The general, knowing the Emperor’s determination, had no choice but to accept the order.

The discussion ended.

Everyone first solemnly bade farewell to Xiao Luming.

After he left, the others gradually exited the tent one after another.

Xie Ruotong approached Xie Qianyun, "Qianyun, and Huahao, come with me."

"Oh," Xie Qianyun responded.

Wu Huahao also followed respectfully.

The two entered Xie Ruotong’s tent.

Xie Ruotong spoke solemnly, "The Emperor is following you on this expedition. Do you understand the weight of your responsibility?"

"Great General, rest assured. I swear to protect the Emperor to the death," Wu Huahao quickly promised.

Xie Qianyun, however, clenched his teeth and remained silent.

"Qianyun," Xie Ruotong’s eyes tightened.

"Have you and the Emperor already discussed everything?" Xie Qianyun asked.

"Indeed, the Emperor and I have been constantly discussing strategy."

"Why does the Emperor place such a heavy burden on your shoulders!" Xie Qianyun finally couldn’t hold back his emotions.

Xie Ruotong’s eyes tightened slightly.

"If you make any mistake, you will be the eternal sinner of Daxuan Kingdom!"

"I am the Great General; the responsibility for all the troops should fall to me, not in this battle alone," Xie Ruotong responded righteously.

"But Xiao Luming bet his life and mine on you, giving you immense psychological pressure. If you fail, if Xiao Luming or I encounter any misfortune, you’ll have failed Daxuan Kingdom, yourself, and my father. If anything happens to either of us, you wouldn’t let yourself live! Xiao Luming is cornering you to succeed."

Xiao Luming is indeed more cunning than she imagined.

She pondered that Xiao Luming making her lead the Iron Cavalry Army was also a threat so her mother couldn’t fail!

"War only requires victories!"

"But victory and defeat are common in warfare! Who can guarantee winning every battle?! Xiao Luming’s urgency thrusts the consequences onto you!" Xie Qianyun’s anger grew.

She knew Xiao Luming’s character too well.

He, such a person obsessed with his reputation, definitely couldn’t accept his first campaign ending in failure. Hence, he chose the method guaranteeing victory, but this way put too much pressure on too many people, driving them to despair.

"Qianyun, as ministers, we can only obey and not rebel. Besides, I don’t believe the Emperor is acting out of urgency. Yes, the Emperor indeed pressured me, not allowing any mistakes, but undeniably, this is the best way to achieve absolute victory and reduce casualties, which should not be doubted by us. If this Great General were someone other than me, would you still deny the Emperor’s plan?!"

Xie Qianyun bit his lip, rendered speechless by his mother.

"Qianyun, you are too impulsive. In the military, everyone should be treated the same; no distinctions should be made between you, me, or anyone else. You shouldn’t focus solely on me because I’m your mother."

"Alright, I acknowledge the Emperor’s strategy. But can I lead the troops?" Xie Qianyun didn’t want to compromise, "Let Xiao Luming and Wu Huahao lead the Iron Cavalry Army, and I’ll replace you, leading the army directly to attack Oasis while you command from behind. If anything goes wrong, I’ll take responsibility!"

"Qianyun!" Xie Ruotong sternly, "The Emperor letting me lead the army personally signifies his trust in me..."