plumnovel Chapter 15 Li 2 learns Ye Yuhang's real name
Chapter 15 Li 2 learns Ye Yuhang's real name
Yuchi Gong also snorted coldly, his fists clenched so tightly they cracked.
"How could the imperial court be unaware of such a talented individual?"
Are all the officials in Hezhou just sitting around doing nothing?
Li Shimin remained silent.
His kingdom actually needs a hermit and a group of farmers to protect it?
And his officials, his army,
Where were they then?
"But...that final battle..."
Old Liu's voice suddenly choked up.
"That day, the Tibetans launched a large-scale invasion of Hezhou."
Young Master Ye led over a hundred able-bodied men to reinforce the town, but they fell into an ambush.
"Several thousand Tibetan soldiers surrounded them in a dead end."
They even captured civilians to use as human shields!
Ye Lingyu covered her mouth, tears rolling down her cheeks like pearls.
She imagined how desperate her father must have felt in that dire situation.
"The able-bodied men couldn't hold back any longer; they watched as their wives were pushed to the front."
One by one, their eyes red, they rushed out.
Old Liu burst into tears.
"All gone...a total of one hundred and twelve lives."
They all perished there, not even a complete corpse was left behind.
"Only Young Master Ye was stabbed three times in the left chest."
Half of his shoulder almost fell off, but he stubbornly held on by his last breath.
"Betray all those thousands of Tibetan bandits and pile them up into a mound of heads to mourn our brothers!"
The entire venue was deathly silent.
Li Shimin slowly closed his eyes, and there was even a trace of moisture in the corner of his eyes.
He seemed to see that blood-covered figure in the wilderness.
Facing the setting sun, he sliced off the enemy's head one by one.
How tragic it was, and how indomitable it was.
"Excuse me, sir, what is Young Master Ye's real name?"
Li Shimin's voice was hoarse.
Old Liu recalled for a moment and said.
He said his name was Ye Yuhang, but now he's just an idle man taking care of his daughter.
Since then, he has never mentioned the name "Ye" again.
The old man stood up and bowed tremblingly to Ye Lingyu.
"Little Jade, tell your father..."
No one in our village has ever blamed him.
Ye Lingyu cried uncontrollably.
"So... that's how Father got those scars..."
She kept repeating it, and her reverence for her father reached its peak at that moment.
Cheng Yaojin, his eyes red, stepped forward to offer comfort.
But I didn't know what to say.
"You Tibetan bandits, I, Old Cheng, swear I will not rest until I have wiped you out in this lifetime!"
Fang Xuanling bowed deeply.
Facing the old man, and also facing the distance.
"For the benefit of the country and its people, even if it means dying nine times, I will not regret it."
"Young Master Ye is truly a hero."
Li Shimin sighed deeply and walked to Ye Lingyu's side.
His expression was more solemn than ever before.
"Little heroine, what you said today..."
Our reputation has been renowned; we wish to see your father.
I would like to express my gratitude in person and ask for your introduction.
He bowed deeply, a gesture of the highest respect an emperor could bestow upon a hero.
Ye Lingyu wiped away her tears,
Remembering her father's usual instructions, she firmly shook her head.
"Father said that it was a debt he owed to the village, and he wouldn't see outsiders."
She looked at Li Shimin, a hint of wariness in her eyes.
"I've already provided you with meals, so we're even now."
Don't follow me any further, or the big cat's roar is no joke.
After saying that, she whistled loudly.
The mechanical cat leaped to her side in an instant, letting out a low growl.
Ye Lingyu never looked at them again.
They carried food and meat and disappeared into the hazy night.
Upon seeing this, Yuchi Gong wanted to give chase, but Li Shimin stopped him with a gesture.
"Enough, heroes have their pride."
By forcing things like this, we've actually made a mistake.
Li Shimin stared at the disappearing figure, his eyes filled with a terrifying depth.
"As long as he is still in Hezhou, I will see him eventually."
With heavy hearts, the four of them rushed back to Qingyang City overnight.
The city gates had already been closed.
But for them, entering the city was not difficult.
Back at the post station, Cheng Yaojin finally couldn't help but ask.
"Your Majesty, when shall we depart for Chang'an?"
Staying here makes me, Old Cheng, feel suffocated.
Li Shimin stood by the window, looking at the scattered lights in Qingyang City.
"I'm not leaving for now."
His voice was calm, yet it carried an undeniable air of authority.
"The people of Hezhou are so complex, plagued by bandits on the border and incursions by the Tibetans."
"As the ruler of the land, how can I simply walk away?"
Li Shimin turned around, his eyes burning with anger.
"Moreover, I still need to find Chang Le and see Ye Yuhang."
"And the county magistrate, I also need to investigate him thoroughly."
Fang Xuanling nodded silently to the side.
"Your Majesty is wise and understands the people's plight."
Only then can the country be governed and its people secured.
He paused, then gave a wry smile.
"However, we now face a more pressing problem,"
We don't have a single penny left.
The room fell silent upon hearing this.
Cheng Yaojin touched his empty purse and remembered the string of cash that had just been "robbed" during the day.
"That little girl is really ruthless; she didn't leave me anything at all."
Li Shimin was also somewhat embarrassed.
"Xuanling, what's your idea?"
He coughed lightly to cover up his embarrassment.
Fang Xuanling shook his feather fan, a sly glint in his eyes.
"Since His Majesty wants to investigate County Magistrate Liu Siyuan, why don't we take advantage of this opportunity?"
He lowered his voice and pointed to the county magistrate's residence in the distance.
"We have the Shadow Guard's badges, so we can stay at the mansion under the guise of patrolling."
Eat his food, live in his house,
"Wouldn't it be wonderful to be able to conduct on-site inspections nearby?"
Cheng Yaojin's eyes lit up when he heard this, and he slapped his thigh.
"That's a great idea! This is called taking advantage of the wealthy!"
Li Shimin immediately agreed.
"Let's go, tonight we'll go to Lord Liu's residence."
Let's see how this "official of the Tang Dynasty" actually behaves.
The four exchanged a smile, taking advantage of the moonlight...
He strode towards the county magistrate's residence.
Meanwhile, behind the dense forest,
Ye Lingyu was rushing desperately towards the valley.
She would usually catch a butterfly or look at wildflowers.
But today, her steps have never been so hurried.
She wanted to go home and see her "father" immediately.
Inside the valley estate, lights flickered.
Ye Yuhang was wearing a coarse cloth long gown, and by the moonlight,
He was tidying up several rows of newly sprouted crops in the field.
When he heard the hurried footsteps, his furrowed brows instantly relaxed.
A doting smile appeared on his face.
"Father!"
Ye Lingyu shouted and suddenly crashed into Ye Yuhang's arms.
She clung tightly to her father's waist, her tears instantly soaking his coarse cloth shirt.
Ye Yuhang was stunned, and his heart tightened suddenly.
He knelt down and cupped his daughter's little face in his hands.
His eyes were filled with anxiety.
"What's wrong? Is the big cat broken?"
Or were you bullied by someone in the city?
His voice was gentle, yet it subtly carried a murderous aura.
"Father, Xiaoyu loves you so much..."
Ye Lingyu sobbed as she recounted everything she had heard in the village.
He spoke it out in fits and starts.
She cried until she felt completely exhausted, then leaned on Ye Yuhang's shoulder.
They just wouldn't let go.