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Chapter 255
Emperor Donglin was very surprised, "Ye Aiqing, is what King Qing said true?"

"Your Majesty, I dare not deceive you." Ye Wenxuan clenched his fists tightly, forced himself to calm down, and solemnly saluted, "Return to Your Majesty, the major general of the Ye family is Ye Zhaoyan, my granddaughter."

As soon as these words came out, the air in the hall seemed to freeze instantly, only Marven Ye's sigh could be heard clearly.

Thick shock appeared on Emperor Donglin's face, and then he frowned tightly.

It turned out that this major general of the Ye family was Ye Wenxuan's granddaughter!

"Major General Ye is really your granddaughter?" Emperor Donglin was shocked.

"Yes."

"No wonder." Emperor Donglin murmured to himself, no wonder Ye Wenxuan refused to let this major general of the Ye family receive military merits.

"Your Majesty, this is all my fault," Ye Wenxuan said bitterly, "If I hadn't become useless, she wouldn't have gone out on my behalf. Please forgive me, Your Majesty!"

Emperor Donglin waved his hand, his face was solemn, and he was not in the mood to listen to his defense.

He was full of regrets, rumors that this major general of the Ye family was brave enough to kill the enemy, wise and courageous, he was already well-known, which made him very excited.

Moreover, the identity of this person with a foreign surname is quite satisfactory to him. He thought that he could train another fierce general as his loyal dog, but he did not expect that this person after going around was actually the Ye family. What is even more shocking is that this person is still a woman.

The major general of the Ye family is a woman, which he absolutely cannot accept. He needs someone who is qualified to hold military power, not a female who is destined to spend his whole life in his boudoir!

Thinking of this, Emperor Donglin's eyes lingered on Ye Wenxuan for a moment, and then regained his composure, "Does Ye Aiqing know that this is a crime of deceiving the emperor?"

"The minister is guilty, and he is willing to accept the punishment."

Emperor Donglin glanced at him, feeling helpless, "For the sake of your loyalty for many years, I can forgive you. She has made such contributions, and she is enough to be named a Marquis and Prime Minister, but unfortunately her special status is not enough to match. "

"Veteran dare not ask extravagant credit."

"This time she was in the limelight and caused a lot of discussion. She shouldn't stay in the army, let alone go out with you. It's safer to let her stay in Jindu in the future. But since she has merit, I can seal her Are you satisfied that she is the princess?"

Emperor Donglin said this very tactfully, but Ye Wenxuan already understood what he meant

His heart trembled, and he said respectfully: "Thank you, Your Majesty, I would like to obey the imperial decree." But he breathed a sigh of relief.

Seeing Emperor Donglin's uneasy expression, Ye Wenxuan knelt down and said, "I know that I have committed a crime. I hope that your Majesty will allow this old minister to take the crime and perform meritorious service, so as to appease your majesty's resentment!"

He knew the king's moodiness better than anyone else, and if he suffered a setback, he would have to settle it elsewhere.

Instead of this, it is better to let him take the initiative to bear this anger, so as not to spread to others in the Ye family.

Hearing the words, Emperor Donglin relaxed his frowning brows, "This matter is a coincidence, no one can expect such an unexpected situation, general, don't take it to heart, and serve me well in the future , is the most important."

Since there is no substitute for the major general of the Ye family, the general he relies on the most is still Ye Wenxuan, so it is natural to give him some face.

"Your Majesty, I'm afraid this matter is unfair." King Qing said suddenly, "Although the eldest lady of the Ye family is a woman, she can lead troops to fight and make great achievements repeatedly. Tianlu is just in need of people, so Your Majesty Wouldn't the disposal bury her talent?"

King Qing's words obviously hit Emperor Donglin's sore spot, "Isn't King Qing questioning my decision? Ye Zhaoyan is a woman, how can I use her?"

King Qing shook his head, and said solemnly: "I dare not. I don't want to question Your Majesty. I just think that Miss Ye's ability is very good, and she is a good candidate to solve your majesty's problems."

His expression was extremely sincere, but as soon as he finished speaking, he chuckled again and said, "Of course, I know how inconvenient it is to fight in the battlefield as her. Helping His Majesty's great cause, but also fulfilling his younger brother, I wonder what Your Majesty would like?"

Ye Wenxuan's heart trembled when he heard the words, this King Qing actually has intentions for Ye Zhaoyan!It's unbelievable!
His eyes flickered, and he held back his anger and said: "King Qing's move is a bit abrupt! Zhaoyan is the only descendant of the minister, how can he arrange the marriage at will? The old minister is not a pedantic person, and it is important to discern Zhaoyan's intentions when it comes to marriage. That's right, so as not to delay her lifelong happiness!"

Emperor Donglin nodded, "I will consider this matter myself. Your Majesty can talk about the plan first. If it is really the best of both worlds as King Qing said, it is not impossible for me to consider one or two."

Ye Wenxuan's complexion changed, and he felt bad.

This King Qing speaks with certainty, and he clearly came prepared, and what he throws out must be in the heart of Emperor Lin in the East.

If he tried his best to dissuade this matter, it would only arouse the suspicion of the emperor; if he allowed the two to plot, then Ye Zhaoyan would be ruined!

King Qing stood up and walked to the center of the hall, and said loudly, "Your Majesty, have you ever heard of 'Golden Cicada Escapes its Shell'?"

"Huh?" The emperor raised his eyebrows slightly.

"Although Miss Ye's martial arts skills are high, she is only a woman after all. If she is really allowed to fight in the battlefield in her own capacity, then I am afraid that she will attract so many criticisms that it will be difficult to guard against backstabbing. Instead of doing this, it is better to let her replace a It is appropriate for a man to go to the battlefield."

Ye Wenxuan's cheek muscles twitched when he heard this, he looked at Emperor Donglin, and sure enough, he was looking at King Qing with interest, obviously moved.

"How to replace the law?"

"It's very simple. It's inconvenient to reveal the identity of the young lady of the Ye family, so let her live behind a man who can show others, and pretend to be him to fight on the battlefield. After she makes great achievements in battle, this man will choose a good time to marry her in the door. Block the mouths of Youyou, so as not to be criticized, after all, this kind of thing is always a loss of face. In this way, it will not violate the ancestor's precepts, but also let her be used by His Majesty!"

"Absurd!" Ye Wenxuan shouted sharply, "This matter is absolutely impossible! Your Majesty, this law is really inappropriate!"

King Qing seemed to have expected it a long time ago, and he said with a faint smile: "General Ye, according to the law of our court, women are not allowed to serve in the army, let alone a noble woman like Ye Zhaoyan, who forged her identity as a man to join the army without authorization, and has committed the crime of deceiving the emperor. It should be a crime!"

"My only granddaughter, Ye Wenxuan, doesn't want to go into battle to kill the enemy, but just hides in the mansion like an ordinary daughter, looking after her husband and teaching her son to live a peaceful life!"

"General Ye is short-sighted. Regardless of whether the major general of the Ye family is a man or a woman, as long as he has real materials, he can be qualified for the post of general!" King Qing said firmly, his eyes fell on Ye Wenxuan, sharp and compelling.

"Prince Qing, what are your intentions?!" Ye Wenxuan stared at King Qing fiercely, wishing to tear him to pieces. This bastard actually set his mind on Ye Zhaoyan.

"This king is just making this suggestion, and it is up to His Majesty to decide what to do."

Emperor Donglin pondered for a moment, nodded and said: "I think King Qing's method is very clever. It can not only help me, but also give her a way out."

(End of this chapter)