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Chapter 311 Arrogant Young Masters of Noble Families: What Lu Xiao Can Win, They Can Win Too

"Your Highness is right. The old general need not appear on the front lines; we can handle it!"

A member of the Pei family stepped out, his face full of confidence and a contemptuous smile on his lips.

Pei Yuanqing, sitting at the end of the row, glanced at him; this was also a member of his own clan, Pei Linghe.

He usually enjoys reciting poems, drinking and composing verses, appreciating flowers and the moon, but he can't even hold a knife steady or draw a bow.

Although they both share the surname Pei, their abilities are worlds apart, one is as good as the other.

"Pei Linghe is absolutely right. If the Prince of Shuo could win this battle, why can't we?"

The other scions of prominent families all stood up, their faces showing confidence, each one holding their head high and chest out.

It was as if I could already see the day of our triumphant return, and the grand scene of the people of the Eastern Capital lining the streets to welcome us.

Since Lü Xiao arrived in the court, apart from Yuwen Chenglong, Pei Yuanqing and others...

These scions of prominent families never had the chance to shine; they were constantly suppressed and felt incredibly stifled.

These days, after fighting Xue Ju, they realized that war is actually too simple.

Isn't it just about leading the troops forward?

Who can't?

The feat that Lü Xiao had previously accomplished could have been done by them as well!

What's so great about it?

"It's settled then. Continue the pursuit of Xue Ju and strike at the enemy's lair!"

Let His Majesty of the Eastern Capital see for himself how we are not people who rely on the blessings of our ancestors!

Those who again advocate withdrawing their troops will face the same fate as this case!

Yang You drew his sword, a flash of silver light, and slashed fiercely at the corner of the table.

With a snap, the corner of the table fell off and rolled several times on the floor.

Then, he led a group of scions of prominent families outside.

Seeing this, Zhang Xutuo knew that further words would be of no use, so he stood still for a long time.

He watched the young people's backs as they walked away, his eyes filled with worry and helplessness.

"General, I heard you're about to have a grandson?"

Pei Yuanqing and Yang You couldn't get along, but he was very close to Zhang Xutuo.

He stepped closer and asked with a grin, breaking the silence inside the tent.

"You're quite the informant, aren't you?"

When Zhang Xutuo mentioned his unborn grandson, a smile gradually appeared on his face, the worry in his eyes dissipated, and his wrinkles smoothed out.

Having a grandchild late in life is a great joy.

"That's because I met Yuan Bei in the army."

Pei Yuanqing stayed in Luoyang, and the place he frequented most was the military camp.

Over time, he became acquainted with Zhang Yuanbei, the son of Zhang Xutuo, and they often drank and chatted together.

"That old bastard King Kao Shan already has a grandson, so naturally I can't fall behind."

"Come, have a drink with this old man."

Zhang Xutuo sat back down in his original seat, and invited Pei Yuanqing to sit beside him, a smile and a sense of relief on his face.

Since we can't persuade Yang You, let's stop talking. Drinking and chatting is better than just getting anxious.

He had said everything he needed to say and offered all the advice he could. Whether Yang You listened or not was his business, and he couldn't control that much.

"Then let's drink. Anyway, the Prince of Dai has no use for us."

Pei Yuanqing rubbed his hands together, plopped down, picked up the wine pot and filled Zhang Xutuo's cup, then poured himself a cup as well.

Spending a lot of time with Yuwen Chenglong made him more shameless and audacious.

No matter the other person's age or status, he dared to approach them and call them brothers, treating himself as no outsider at all.

As the two drank, hurried footsteps could be heard outside the tent.

People come and go, a bustling scene, dust flying everywhere.

In this campaign against Xue Ju, Yang You's army grew larger and larger with each battle, and his momentum became increasingly formidable.

From the initial 150,000 troops, to defeating Xue Ju, gathering the defeated soldiers, and conscripting troops from other regions.

The entire force numbered 250,000, marching out in a grand procession, their banners obscuring the sky and their momentum overwhelming.

Without the 250,000 yuan that was pieced together from various sources, Yang You would not have had the confidence to strike directly at the heart of the enemy's territory.

He not only wanted to annihilate the rebel Xue Ju, but also to take advantage of the situation to recover the entire Northwest region, and even Li Gui would be dealt with in the same way!

He wanted to show the world that he, Yang You, was no less capable than Lü Xiao!

He wanted to let his grandfather know that he, the crown prince, was not someone to be trifled with!

golden city.

Xue Ju sat on the throne, his face showing no sign of worry about the successive defeats and the Sui army's approach to the city.

He tapped the armrest lightly, calm and composed, as if the 250,000 Sui soldiers outside the city were nothing more than fleeting clouds.

The candlelight illuminated his angular face, and his eyes gleamed with a cunning and confident light.

"Father, Li Gui has prepared troops and is ready to come to Jincheng's aid at any time."

Xue Rengao stepped out with his sword at his side, smiling as he spoke. His steps were brisk, and his armor gleamed coldly in the candlelight.

After so many defeats, so many humiliating battles, and so much territory lost, they deserve to win this time.

Not only do we need to win, but we need to win big.

They wiped out the entire Sui army in Longxi in one fell swoop, thus firmly establishing their position in Longxi.

"Your Majesty, Li Gui is willing to send troops. Should we sever our relations with the Western Regions?"

Hao Yuan, Xue Ju's strategist, stood aside with a furrowed brow, constantly analyzing the situation in the Western Regions for Xue Ju.

Whether it was the Western Turks or the Tuyuhun, who were destroyed and then restored.

These countries all harbored deep hatred for the Sui Dynasty, wishing they could tear it to pieces.

If the western gateway is opened, these countries will enter Longxi, burning, killing, looting, and committing all sorts of atrocities.

It was a great calamity for both the Sui Dynasty and the local people.

At that time, it will be easy to let the wolf into the house, but difficult to get rid of it.

"No, I will open the western gates wide!"

Xue Ju waved his hand decisively and spoke in a loud voice.

With his and Li Gui's troops, it was not enough to take Daxing after defeating Yang You, let alone contend with the invincible Lü Xiao in the future.

But if the Western Turks were allowed to enter the pass, things would be completely different!

The Western Turks were strong and well-equipped, with valiant cavalry. The Tuyuhun people hated Yang Guang so much that they wished they could devour his flesh alive.

Although he was dealing with a tiger, he always remained rooted in Jincheng, with deep roots and a thorough understanding of this land.

Even if these Western Region states enter the pass, he can still control the situation and prevent any major upheaval.

"Your Majesty, please reconsider."

Hao Yuan looked shocked upon hearing this, her face changed, and she took two steps forward, speaking urgently.

Their current situation is far from necessary, and they are far from reaching that point.

Joining forces with the kingdoms of the Western Regions would be like inviting disaster, digging one's own grave!

"No need for further words, my mind is made up, and I have already sent people to open the gate."

Xue Ju knew that by doing this, he would be condemned by the world and leave a bad name for eternity.

But he had no choice; the Sui Dynasty had produced Lü Xiao, whose power shook the world and who was invincible.

If they don't have enough confidence, how can they compete with them?

Even if we have to unite with the enemy, we must take over the entire Longxi region!

"King Xue, if you continue like this, I'm not helping you!"

Just then, a burly man with broad shoulders and a thick waist walked out from the side, his voice booming like a bell.