activa-t Chapter 13 Yang Guang's Orders: Capture Yang Xuangan
Chapter 13 Yang Guang's Orders: Capture Yang Xuangan
"Zilie, I have arranged your accommodations. Let's go take a look."
"Thank you, Your Excellency."
Lu Xiao turned around and cupped his hands in greeting.
Afterwards, Yang Lin led Lü Xiao to the largest courtyard in the mansion.
"Go, go, go! Quickly, move all my things out to make room for Fourteenth Brother."
Upon entering the courtyard, Lü Xiao heard Luo Fang's voice.
The next moment, Luo Fang came out carrying a box, and a smile immediately appeared on her face when she saw Lü Xiao.
"Brother, Elder Qianshou... you don't need to do this for me."
Lu Xiao could easily understand that this was the residence of the Grand Protector.
Now that I'm here, I'll make room for myself.
"Stay here, this is your older brother's thoughtful gesture."
Yang Lin stroked his white beard, his eyes showing both admiration for Lü Xiao and satisfaction with Luo Fang.
His bodyguard was honest and kind, but his only shortcoming was his lack of ability.
But his talent was undeniable, and no matter how hard he tried to teach him, he couldn't cultivate him into a successful person.
"Fourteenth brother, this is my own choice. You can stay here in peace, just a wall away from our godfather."
Luo Fang put down the box and patted Lü Xiao on the shoulder.
He knew his own abilities, and was extremely loyal to Yang Lin.
But what good is loyalty?
What Yang Lin lacks most is talent, someone who can support the Sui Dynasty.
Qin Qiong was a talented man, but he betrayed Yang Lin, causing Yang Lin immense heartache.
The old man couldn't afford another blow. He had to give Lü Xiao everything he had to keep him.
Footsteps sounded outside the courtyard, and Xue Liang walked in with several people.
"Hey, Fourteenth Brother, congratulations on your housewarming! Come on, check out your big red envelope from your second brother."
"Second brother, this is really a big red envelope."
Upon receiving Xue Liang's gift, Lü Xiao couldn't help but laugh out loud.
The package was not only large, but also very red.
"Hehe, this is all my second brother's savings."
Xue Liang placed him in Lü Xiao's arms, his heart bleeding.
But it doesn't matter, if Lü Xiao is happy, then his godfather is happy too.
His godfather was happy, and so was his son!
"Oh, by the way, your other brothers are still busy with your and Yu'er's messy affair. They'll be coming to give you gifts too. You're set for life!"
Thinking of this, Xue Liang's eyes were filled with envy.
This little fourteenth child was truly loved by his older brothers.
Lu Xiao felt a surge of warmth in his heart.
During his year and a half in Wagang, he addressed everyone he met as a brother.
However, those people never considered him a brother.
During his day in Dengzhou, he immediately sensed the difference between Wagang and the other places.
These people are really good to me.
Lu Xiao originally thought she would get married, but in the end she entered the bridal chamber and escaped the fate of being a single dog for two lifetimes.
Unexpectedly, just one day later, Luo Fang hurriedly came looking for him.
"Zilie, our godfather wants us to go for a meeting."
Luo Fang said something to Lü Xiao, then turned and walked out.
Lu Xiao quickly followed, while Luo Fang always had a smile on her face.
The seriousness of this matter suggests it's quite significant.
Upon arriving at the main hall of the Prince's Mansion, Yang Lin sat upright in the center, his face filled with solemnity.
Afterwards, Lü Xiao, Luo Fang, Xue Liang, and others went to their respective seats and sat down.
"His Majesty's eastern expedition against Goguryeo has failed."
Yang Lin spoke, and his few words caused everyone's expression to change drastically.
After all, Yang Guang had mobilized large armies from various regions to conquer Goguryeo.
When they set out on the expedition, they claimed to have a million troops.
Goguryeo was just a small country, yet it managed to defeat the Sui Dynasty army.
When Lü Xiao was in Wagang, he had heard about Yang Guang's expedition against Goguryeo.
Regarding this defeat, he could only say that it was just the first time.
There will be a second time, and a third time.
The downfall of the Sui Dynasty also began at this time.
"His Majesty has sent back a secret order: Yang Xuangan is plotting a rebellion. I am to go to Liyang and capture Yang Xuangan, who is stationed there."
Yang Lin took out the secret letter and slammed it on the table.
Although he did not know how Yang Guang learned of this news, he was the powerful Prince of Sui.
He had to obey Yang Guang's orders.
"Father, why did Yang Xuangan rebel?"
As the chief bodyguard, Luo Fang had the most right to speak, so she stepped forward and asked.
"I don't know either, but the emperor's order is here."
"Yang Xuangan was a man of great courage and martial prowess, and his adoptive father had been stationed in Dengzhou."
If we suddenly lead troops to Liyang, it will surely arouse their suspicion.
After thinking for a moment, Xue Liang spoke slowly.
Yang Lin gave him an approving look; although the second brother wasn't brave, he still had some brains.
That's right, he's been in Dengzhou for decades.
Anyone would find it unusual for someone to suddenly lead troops to Liyang.
Moreover, Yang Xuangan is Yang Su's son, so he can't be too bad.
If discovered, the two sides will surely engage in battle.
The Sui Dynasty had just been defeated by Goguryeo, and it absolutely could not afford to have any more internal strife.
Otherwise, it will certainly cause turmoil.
Therefore, he summoned his bodyguards to select capable individuals to go to Liyang.
Just as Guan Yu went to the meeting alone with his sword, the Thirteen Protectors rode swiftly to slay Xuangan.
"Zilie, what's your opinion?"
Yang Lin changed the subject and looked at the silent Lü Xiao.
Lu Xiao remained silent because the course of history had changed, and he was thus immersed in it.
"Zilie, your godfather is asking you a question."
Seeing that Lü Xiao was distracted, Yin Yue nudged his fourteenth brother next to him.
"Old Thousand Years, if there are many people, Yang Xuangan will definitely notice, but if there are few people, he may not."
"This task is simple; I'll go and take care of it."
After realizing what was happening, Lü Xiao immediately spoke up.
"Oh?" Yang Lin raised an eyebrow. Lü Xiao's words were exactly what he wanted to hear. "Go on."
"Your Excellency only needs to prepare three hundred elite soldiers to disguise themselves and enter Liyang. I will go alone to find Yang Xuangan, capture him, and then my brothers will lead elite soldiers to control his subordinates."
Lu Xiao quickly explained his plan.
"Haha, Zi Lie's words are exactly what I was thinking."
Yang Lin stood up with a loud laugh. Of his thirteen adopted sons, few could stand alone.
Those who can capture both the thief and the king are few and far between.
Now that Lü Xiao has arrived, he has filled this void.
"Fourteenth brother, won't it be dangerous for you to go alone? Second brother, why don't you go with me?"
Although my second brother's martial arts skills are lacking, he can buy you time and even block some arrows!
As always, Xue Liang took extra care of Lü Xiao.
Even if it costs me my life, I must protect the people my godfather values.
"Second brother, there's no need for this. Trust me."
Lu Xiao smiled and said with a relaxed expression.
"Zilie is absolutely right, Second Brother, you don't need to worry too much."
Yang Lin waved his hand, saying that with Lü Xiao's martial prowess, they could indeed carve out a bloody path.
Xue Liang went there, and who knows, he might not have stopped the arrows and might have just caused more trouble.
"Father, then I will lead the elite troops out there."
Yin Yue stood up, clasped his hands in greeting, and said.
"Good, Yue'er's martial arts are no less than Qin Qiong's. He can take Luo Fang and the others outside to wait for news of Zi Lie."
Yang Lin nodded solemnly; this arrangement was sufficient.
It allows us to capture the enemy without alerting them, and to capture the leader of the enemy.