System: I let you have children, not fight for hegemony

Chapter 40 Father and Daughter
Many fish were kneeling in the courtyard, with eyes blurred by tears, Aweng's figure appeared in front of them.

He walked over, his gray hair neatly combed into a bun, his once strong body looked thin, and he smelled faintly of a decayed old man.

He stretched out his hand and pulled many fish up.

This scene seemed to overlap with the scene when he rescued her from the refugee pile when they first met.

It’s just that my palms are not as warm as they used to be, and my skin has wrinkles and age spots...

Many fishes buried their faces in Awen's hands and burst into tears.

Lin Xiangru gently stroked the top of many fish's hair with his other hand, his eyes sparkling with tears: "My girl is back. Don't cry, Aweng is already in his dying years. If I can see you again, just I am satisfied.”

"Aweng's nonsense, you will live a long life." Many fish said in a dull voice.

Lin Xiangru's temples twitched: "Can you study the Book of Songs that I gave you? Get up quickly and go to the study to test you."

Many fish stood up and said, "Just let the horses come over."

Lin Xiangru took out a handkerchief from his wide sleeve and quietly wiped off the sticky mixture of snot and tears on his palm. After wiping it completely clean, he breathed a sigh of relief as if he had been reborn.

After arriving in the study, Lin Xiangru did not take the test of academic knowledge, but asked directly: "Are you going home, or are you coming to say goodbye to Aweng?"

Many fish knelt down and kowtowed: "Farewell."

Lin Xiangru wiped the tears from the corners of his eyes: "Are you doing it for Zhao Zheng, for power, or for your ideal of loving the people?"

"All."

During the Warring States Period, the concept of the state was not as deeply rooted in the hearts of the people as it was in later generations.

For ordinary people, apart from family hatred, it doesn't matter who they work for.

For high-end talents, regardless of personal feelings, they can be loyal to the State of Zhao today and loyal to the State of Qin tomorrow. This is the same as job-hopping.

Only the clan aristocrats will firmly guard this country because their interests are closely connected with their own country.

Therefore, Lin Xiangru did not think that many fish went to Qin as treason: "Going here is extremely dangerous. Qin will not love you like we do, and your status as Zhao will not only not be able to help you, but will become your weakness." Do you know?"

Many fish nodded.

Lin Xiangru said frankly: "I have considered whether to sever ties with you and let you go into battle lightly. But when I think about it, if you are frustrated in Qin, returning to Zhao will be your retreat..."

Many fish said solemnly: "Ah Weng will always be my Ah Weng!"

Lin Xiangru kept coughing, and many fish hurriedly came forward to pat his back: "Aweng, what's wrong with you?"

"It's okay. I'm old and have old problems." Lin Xiangru swallowed the salty taste in his throat.

Many fishes felt a panic in their hearts: "Aweng, let's go together. You are such a talented person. You will definitely be reused after arriving in Qin. King Zhao..."

Lin Xiangru shook his head: "King Zhao is just like you. Before he grew up, he would rush out and wander around. Coupled with the affairs of the late king, he was suspicious of the old ministers, which is due to human nature."

"But……"

Lin Xiangru smiled in relief and said: "I, the eunuch of the State of Zhao, am the descendant of Ling Muxian. I come from a humble background and am one of the most talented people sent down by the late king. Now that I am a minister, how dare I not dedicate myself to my work?"

"You are getting older and it's time to retire."

Lin Xiangru glared: "I am not old yet! I know that your future is unclear, and you are scared in your heart. Don't be afraid, my daughter, I am here. If you don't want to stay in Qin anymore, just come back."

"If I gain a foothold in Qin, you will all go to Qin to accompany me. Aweng, brothers, and sisters-in-law, all will go!"

Lin Xiangru wiped away the tears on the faces of many fishes with a handkerchief: "I'm waiting for that day."

"Aweng, how long has it been since you washed your handkerchief? Why is it so sticky?"

Lin Xiangru said nonchalantly: "It's a new handkerchief today."

During the few days he stayed in Handan, many fish made nutritious meals for Lin Xiangru every day.

Except for going to the toilet and sleeping, he stayed with Lin Xiangru all the time.

Until this day, the sky was slightly bright, and many fish ran away over the wall without disturbing anyone.

"Master, the lady is gone." The housekeeper reported softly outside Lin Xiangru's room.

Inside the door, there were bursts of heartbreaking coughs...

Many fish rushed to the agreed place, and Lian Po had been waiting there for a long time: "Did you say goodbye to your Aweng?" "No, he sneaked out."

Lian Po sneered and saw that the eyes of many fish were as red and swollen as two big peaches, but he did not say a word to ridicule them.

On the way back to the fiefdom, the atmosphere was depressing, and both of them were worried.

Although Lian Po spent half his life in the army and experienced all kinds of storms, he was replaced midway, and then was beaten to the end by King Zhao. He could not get over this hurdle both physically and mentally.

When he returned to the fiefdom, the people along the way gave him a warm welcome, which finally made Lian Po smile.

"You managed the fiefdom very well." Lian Po praised him generously.

Many Fish deliberately held their heads high: "When I get home, master, I will go and see the granary. You will know that you will make a lot of money if you can take me on as your apprentice."

The guards also laughed and said, "You have a share in seeing me! I have a great harvest this year."

"It's easy to say, it's all there."

When he arrived at the door of his house, Lian Po told the porter: "Go and call Lu Langjun over. I want to see if this little lady is telling lies."

Lu Langjun was one of Lian Po's disciples. Because he was proficient in arithmetic, many military matters were under his management.

The concierge lowered his head: "Langjun Lu is gone."

"Call Mr. Chen."

"Also gone."

Lian Po's face turned livid: "Where are the other disciples?"

The concierge groaned and fell to his knees: "Everyone is gone..."

"When you return home, why didn't you send someone to tell us in advance?" Mrs. Lian hurried to the door with her family.

Lian Po took a few deep breaths, touched his face, and said softly: "Madam, I'm back."

Mrs. Lian took Lian Po's hand and walked towards the courtyard: "They said goodbye to me, and there was nothing rude about them. They came here for power, why should they be angry about it?"

Lian Po completely relaxed and said lazily: "That's all, I'm not in my position, and I don't want to pursue my political affairs. I'll stay at home with you."

Having said that, how can the habits developed over the years change in a short time?

"Duoyu, get up and practice with me!"

"Duoyu, come and learn the art of war!"

"Duoyu, let's practice fighting between two armies!"

"A lot of fish..."

Many fish were going crazy. Fortunately, the autumn harvest was over, and Xun Shuang and Xu Xing took care of many matters.Otherwise, you won't be able to do anything.

"Master, didn't you say you wanted to accompany your master?"

Lian Po scratched his head in embarrassment: "She thinks I'm making trouble. What? You don't want to accompany me?"

"No, you continue..."

During the day, many fish stayed with Lian Po to pass the time, and at night, many fish watched the news coming from everywhere, especially in the Changping area.

Lian Po knew that many fish had their own news channels, but he never asked.

But on this day, Lian Po was always wandering outside Duoyu's study.

Many fish opened the door: "Master, come in."

As soon as Lian Po entered, he was shocked by the large sand table on the desk: "Are these Shangdang and Changping?"

Many fish nodded.

The more Lian Po studied, the more frightened he became. On the sand table, the offensive and defensive situation of the two armies was clear. Even the terrain was exactly the same. The narrow paths that could only be walked by himself were marked on them.

"Where does this come from? Are you spying on military intelligence?"

(End of this chapter)