thenovelthief Chapter 540 - 271: Rather Die Than Do the Task
Chapter 540 - 271: Rather Die Than Do the Task
Mo Yuanlin has never been a magnanimous person.
If he weren’t the Emperor, he would never have easily let Pei Yu off for stealing his woman, even if it meant risking his life.
But he can’t, he is the ruler of Da Wu Country, the master of this nation and its people; he must prioritize the big picture and the common folk.
Though Pei Yu’s character is flawed, he undeniably possesses true capability.
Since joining the military, he has repeatedly achieved great victories, frequently routing enemy forces, infiltrating enemy bases, and has made significant contributions in stabilizing borders and safeguarding the populace for Da Wu Country. He is a rare military talent.
Though his thoughts are muddled today, resulting in such disgraceful conduct, it doesn’t negate his past accomplishments in bloody battles.
He is a valuable general to the Empire, eliminating him would be like losing an arm; Mo Yuanlin is not foolish enough to make such an error.
Thus, even if privately he dislikes him, he must endure it.
"The cold wave is coming, close the gates; sound the alarm, be cautious of fire..."
In the dead of night, the sound of night watchmen rang through the streets.
When passing the Pei Family residence, a night watchman noticed someone lying in the corner near the back door, a strong smell of alcohol wafted in the cold wind.
In the freezing cold, sleeping on the roadside could be fatal.
The night watchman originally didn’t want to meddle, but a life was at stake, and unable to resist the urge, he went to check on the situation.
Bringing the lamp closer, he was shocked upon seeing clearly.
This drunkard’s face was bruised and swollen, covered in injuries, like a pig’s head; he clearly had been severely beaten, making his features almost unrecognizable.
Who could he have offended to be beaten like this?
Wait, this person is wearing luxurious clothing and adorned with gold and silver, certainly not a commoner, why would he be lying here?
The night watchman examined him closely with the lamp’s light for a long time, then a realization flashed in his mind.
He recognized him; wasn’t this the renowned young talent of Haojing, General Wei Yuan, Pei Yu?
Little General Pei was exceptional in martial arts, remarkably courageous, how could he end up beaten like this?
The night watchman promptly got up and ran to the courtyard gate, hurriedly climbing the steps and pounding on the door.
"Something’s wrong, open up, quickly open up, Little General Pei has been beaten..."
After a whirlwind of activity, Pei Yu was carried inside by the household servants, and the street gradually returned to silence.
The next day, somehow the news leaked out, and soon the entire capital buzzed with the talk of Pei Yu being ambushed and beaten unconscious in the night.
In the day he just went to the Su Family to propose marriage, and that night he was ambushed and beaten horribly. Such events happening separately might not be surprising.
But occurring on the same day, how could it not ignite rampant speculation?
Thus, people gathered to gossip.
At that moment, an imperial order suddenly arrived at the Pei Family; the Emperor commanded Pei Yu to lead troops to the southwest to quell unrest, ordering him to depart immediately upon waking.
The news spread quickly, shocking everyone in the city.
The unrest could be resolved quickly or slowly, possibly in a month, but if troublesome, it might take years.
And now, with the Su and Pei families’ wedding approaching, sending Pei Yu to quell unrest at this juncture, what will happen to the marriage?
And what about their bets?
As everyone was dumbfounded and caught off guard by this unexpected turn, the news quickly reached the Duke Ning Mansion.
Upon hearing this from the little maid, Lady Yun and Yun Wanyao were absolutely stunned.
"Mother, have I awakened some power that makes my wishes come true? How come I thought of Pei Yu getting beaten, and he actually got beaten up?"
"He’s a general; who would dare to beat him? Could it be..."
Not foolish enough to be beyond redemption, as she spoke, a name almost slipped out.
As if triggering some kind of ban, Yun Wanyao reflexively covered her mouth, swallowing her words.
Her pupils slightly contracted, her eyes showing a hint of shock.
Could it really be as she suspected?
Seeing her expression, Lady Yun could guess the words left unsaid, sighed silently, feeling a touch of worry rise in her heart.
She too sensed this might be connected to... something unavoidable.
Pei Yu truly experienced battle and emerged a warrior from the bloodshed and fire, renowned and the direct lineage of the Pei Family.
Over the years, only Yun Wanye, bold enough to ambush him once, and now, aside from this time, someone secretly laid a hand on him.
In the Imperial City, under the Emperor’s nose, who else would provoke Pei Yu without good reason?