Chapter 1747 True Dependence

This Pengchuan rebellion had many supporters. This was something Qi Feng had not expected, and it was also what made him the most angry. Besides being angry, Qi Feng felt somewhat panicked.

Because the strength that Peng Chuan now possesses is not weak at all compared to him. In fact, because Peng Chuan's army has been assembled outside Linshui City, Peng Chuan has already formed a force against him in Linshui City. Overwhelmed by advantages, he only had tens of thousands of troops in Linshui City. Although there was a city wall to rely on, he was still at a disadvantage in terms of military strength.

Qi Feng knew very well how strong Peng Chuan was. Although he was angry and dismissed from office because of the defeat at Shanling Pass, and even slaughtered all Peng Chuan's family, that was just because of his anger. The decision he made was an attempt to shift the focus of the conflict and shirk responsibility. He did not really think that Peng Chuan was incompetent.

At this moment, facing Peng Chuan's army besieging the city, Qi Feng was still under great pressure, especially when he saw Sun Zhongcai, he felt that Sun Zhongcai was no match for Peng Chuan.

It is precisely because of this understanding that Qi Feng is so worried.

For Qi Feng, what he can now rely on and trust is not the army in the city, not Sun Zhongcai, but the Shuiyue Kingdom, and the Shuiyue Kingdom's army. At this time, in their Blackwater Kingdom, there are Shuiyue Kingdom's troops. The army existed, and now Sun Zhongcai's words reminded him, and he instantly had hope again.

"I immediately issued an order to Wu Yun, the defender of Yangyu Pass, requesting him to send troops to support." Qi Feng said: "In addition, we immediately asked the troops from other places in the territory to come to support, and all the defenders in the city were mobilized. The young and strong men have also been recruited to jointly resist the rebel general Peng Chuan! Also, I will issue an order to the generals who follow Peng Chuan, hoping that they will return from their lost ways."

"Your Majesty is wise!" All civil servants and generals said in unison, and the hall that had been lifeless just now suddenly regained its vitality.

Seeing this scene, Qi Feng was so angry that these ministers were useless at all. When they were used, they were like mutes. Now they all know that they can still speak.

"Now, back to the previous question." Qi Feng looked at everyone and said solemnly: "Peng Chuan, why on earth are you appearing around Linshui City?"

Seeing Qi Feng ask this question again, the ministers who were full of momentum just now became mute in an instant, and the entire hall returned to silence.

"Sun Aiqing, tell me." Qi Feng looked at Sun Zhongcai and said, "I gave all the troops to your command. As a result, Peng Chuan came back from hiding and gathered a group of rebels. You didn't know at all, right? Should you give me an explanation?”

Hearing that he was called out again, Sun Zhongcai cursed in his heart. Since he was promoted, he has not had many benefits, but he has been scolded a lot. He feels like he is the one who takes the blame.

However, although he cursed secretly in his heart, Sun Zhongcai did not dare to show it on his face. He replied: "Your Majesty, this matter is the negligence of the minister. Pengchuan has been operating in our country of Heishui for a long time. With a deep network of interpersonal relationships, and using these connections to provide convenience, it is not difficult for him to lurk back. In fact, he even lurked back to Linshui City before."

"What? He lurked back to Linshui City?" Qi Feng was shocked when he heard this for the first time.

"Yes, Your Majesty." Sun Zhongcai said: "After the minister got the news, he quickly led people to arrest him in the city. However, Pengchuan was quite cunning and treacherous, and he had the help of people in the city, which allowed him to arrest him. Escaped capture."

Having said this, Sun Zhongcai paused and continued: "However, although he failed to catch the traitor Peng Chuan, Wei Chen also ruined his plan."

"What's the plan?" Qi Feng asked.

"According to the information obtained by Wei Chen, Peng Chuan's intention to lurk back to Linshui City this time was to use his power in the city to assassinate His Majesty." Sun Zhongcai.

"Are you trying to assassinate me?" Qi Feng was stunned for a moment, then said angrily: "How courageous is Peng Chuan! Do you really think there is nothing I can do against him?!"

Obviously, Qi Feng did not suspect that Sun Zhongcai was lying about such a major matter. He had always been very confident in his ability to control his subordinates. He also always believed that he controlled the entire court very well. All the ministers were afraid of him. Fear him.

Therefore, Qi Feng never thought that Sun Zhongcai was actually lying at this time.

What's more, Peng Chuan did rebel at this time, which made Sun Zhongcai's words more credible.

However, while being angry, Qi Feng suddenly realized that he really seemed to have nothing to do with Peng Chuan now. Peng Chuan had already led troops to besiege the city, but he was trapped inside and had to surrender to Shui Yue, who had humiliated him before. The country asks for help.

Thinking like this made Qi Feng even more angry and embarrassed, wishing he could tear Peng Chuan to pieces right now.

"Your Majesty, calm down." Sun Zhongcai felt a little proud in his heart, but with a respectful look on his face, he said: "Your Majesty is so blessed that he will not be successfully assassinated by that villain. At the critical moment of the traitor's plan, Wei Chen saw through it. His conspiracy is not about how powerful Wei Chen is, but God is using Wei Chen's hand to help His Majesty. Wei Chen believes that Your Majesty will be able to save the day again this time. "

Sun Zhongcai's flattery made Qi Feng smile. His depressed mood improved instantly, and he no longer disliked Sun Zhongcai as much as before.

"What Sun Aiqing said is absolutely true. Peng Chuan is just a treasonous person, and he is destined to have little success." Qi Feng said with a smile on his face: "Sun Aiqing will be responsible for the attack and defense of Linshui City this time. I hope you won't let it happen." I'm disappointed."

"Your Majesty, rest assured. As long as I am still alive, I will not let Peng Chuan and his men step into Linshui City!" Sun Zhongcai said solemnly.

At the same time, he admired his quick wit in his heart.

Originally, he planned to keep the fact that Peng Chuan entered the city a secret from Qi Feng, but just now, he took the initiative to tell him.

Firstly, he had been looking for people all over the city with great fanfare. Although he knew that there were not many people looking for Peng Chuan, Sun Zhongcai did not dare to guarantee that Qi Feng would never know about it. If he knew about it later, and if he did not know it from himself, Qi Feng would not let him go.

Secondly, Sun Zhongcai could see that Qi Feng was somewhat dissatisfied with him because of Peng Chuan's siege of the city. In his words and expressions, he had already shown his distrust of him. After all, he did have to take responsibility for this matter. Linshui City was besieged, and Qi Feng was very angry and might find someone to vent his anger and be a scapegoat.

Just like the previous defeat at Shanling Pass, Qi Feng had insisted on fighting that battle, but in the end, he was unwilling to admit any responsibility.

And this time, the same thing is likely to happen, and he, Sun Zhongcai, is the best candidate to take the blame.