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If Xiao Zhi also didn’t want to become an official because of Su Yu’s influence, Su Xi would definitely have to have a serious talk with Su Yu about it.
Giving Su Yu a cold glance, Su Xi said irritably, “You should be grateful that Xiao Zhi is willing to become an official. Otherwise, I’ll break your legs.”
Unfazed by Su Xi’s threat, Su Yu responded, “Grandpa, if you want to break my legs, you should first see if the children are willing. You wouldn’t want to be disliked by them, right?”
The children all liked him a lot, so if Grandpa really did break his legs, it would be a big deal.
Feeling like Su Yu had hit a nerve, Su Xi gave him a stern look and said, “You better leave and stop provoking me all the time.”
Su Yu, feeling proud rather than angry, replied, “Grandpa, I know you envy that all the children like me, but that’s something you can’t achieve.”
Where was his stick? Today, he must teach Su Yu a lesson so he would know who was the boss and who was the subordinate.
Silently, Su Jiu handed a stick to Su Xi, who took it and prepared to strike Su Yu.
Su Yu quickly dodged and glanced at Su Jiu, saying disapprovingly, “Brother, you’re going too far. Just wait and see if I’ll deduct your share later.”
“Oh no, I forgot that Su Yu holds the key to our family’s finances.” His income all came from Su Yu.
If Su Yu decided to deduct his share, that would be troublesome.
“Su Yu, your martial arts skills are good, and Grandpa can’t hit you anyway, so stop being so petty,” Su Jiu said fearlessly.
Ming Wanning gave Su Jiu a disapproving look, wondering if he was trying to advise Su Yu or add fuel to the fire.
Seeing how angry Grandpa was, she didn’t believe he wouldn’t be reprimanded by the prince later.
“You should just keep quiet. If Su Yu ends up dealing with you later, it’ll be your own fault,” Ming Wanning said unkindly.
Su Xi stopped hitting Su Yu after a light tap. He couldn’t bear to be too harsh on his own grandson, so he let it go with just a gentle strike.
Watching Su Xi’s light tap on Su Yu, which was no different from brushing off dust, Su Jiu said irritably, “I knew it would be like this.”
It was well known in the entire Su family that Su Xi doted on Su Yu the most. Moreover, with Xiao Bao and the others present, how could Grandpa allow Su Yu to lose face in front of the children?
Su Xi gave Su Jiu a stern look, “I asked for a stick, and you handed it to me? You’ve wasted all the money you’ve been given by your brother.”
Su Yu nodded in agreement, “Grandpa is right, it’s all wasted.”
Pointing at himself, Su Jiu was resigned to Su Yu’s remarks. But when even Grandpa criticized him, he felt like he had no way out.
“Serves you right,” Ming Wanning coldly commented from the side.
Just now, he was warned that he would have bad luck, but he didn’t believe it. Now, the grandfather and grandson were both pointing fingers at him.
After the commotion, the family prepared to head back home, but they were stopped by the sound of galloping hooves before they even entered the house.
“Greetings, Lord.”
“Rise. Why are you not guarding outside the study room and coming here?” Su Yu asked the person in front of him.
“The urgent report from the 800-mile border has arrived. The Emperor has summoned Lord and Mr. Su to the palace, along with several other generals.”
Su Yu’s expression immediately turned serious.
“Let’s go.”
Su Yu turned to Wang Jinhe and said a word before leaving with Su Jiu.
Ming Wanning stood beside Wang Jinhe, expressing her concern, “Xiao He, they will be fine, right?”
“Don’t worry, they will all be fine. We have made all the necessary preparations. We have been training the troops for so long, and now the soldiers are even stronger than before. We will win,” Wang Jinhe said earnestly.
Others may not know, but Wang Jinhe knew.
Su Yu had prepared extensively for this war. After all the time he had spent preparing, how could Xuan Empire possibly lose to Qi Empire?
For some reason, as Ming Wanning looked at Wang Jinhe’s serious expression, she felt calm and believed in what Wang Jinhe said.
“I believe you.”
“Let’s go back. The most important thing now is not to worry them. I will stay in the capital until Su Yu returns. I may go discuss agricultural matters with the Ministry of Agriculture. If you need anything, feel free to come find me,” Wang Jinhe reassured Ming Wanning.
“Alright.”
When Su Yu and Su Jiu entered the palace, they met several other generals who had rushed over.
Upon arriving at the study room, Xuan Feiran had everything prepared.
“Su Jiu, this is the commander’s seal. You are appointed as the Marshal in charge of the three armies. Su Yu will be your military advisor, and you can deploy the others as you see fit.” Xuan Feiran had previously asked Su Yu if he wanted to take on the role of Marshal, but Su Yu had declined.
His sole purpose in going there was to secure Qi Ming’s life.
Since that was the case, he naturally wouldn’t force Su Yu to accept the position of Marshal.
“Understood.”
“By the way, this is the urgent report from the 800-mile border. Take a look at it.”
After reviewing the report, Su Yu spoke up, “Based on the contents, it seems that Qi Empire has recognized their own issues. They may want a quick resolution to conquer Xuan Empire, thinking it will solve their problems.”
Now everyone knew that Xuan Empire had the most food resources, which also made them the most feared.
Their actions were understandable.
However, Qi Empire’s plans were likely to be foiled.
“If I’m around, they shoudn’t even dare to think about it. This strategy was probably devised by Qi Ming himself. He has been in Xuan Empire before, and although we kept the matter of the 1,800-jin per mu yield confidential, Qi Ming and his people know what’s going on,” Su Yu said thoughtfully.
“Lord is right. In an Empire like Qi, plagued by natural disasters, Xuan Empire is currently like a fat lamb to them, ready to be slaughtered at any moment,” Su Yu added, looking at the speaker without refuting his words. It was indeed true from their perspective.
“You’re correct, but it’s uncertain who will end up as the lamb in the end. Your Majesty, you should consider what you want from them when Qi Empire seeks peace talks,” Su Yu said directly to Xuan Feiran.
The generals nearby chuckled at Su Yu, “Lord, you’re already thinking about what you want from Qi Empire before the war even begins.”
“They are eyeing Xuan Empire, so it’s only natural for us to want something from them.”
“Exactly. In that case, I will announce this matter during tomorrow’s morning court session, and you will need to head to the border afterwards,” Xuan Feiran said apologetically to Su Yu and the others.
“You probably won’t be able to celebrate the New Year at home this year.”
“We can celebrate the New Year anytime. It doesn’t matter which year it is.”