Chapter 286 Powerless
Su Mansion.

"Not good." Mei Changsu looked at the map, his heart agitated. He had confirmed a piece of news that he was uncertain about before, mainly because it was too absurd, but now it seemed to have become a fact.

His eyes were complicated. Is Shen Zheng so scary that you have to work together to deal with him? He and Shen Zheng don't have many interactions, but he is quite confident in himself.

However, from some of Shen Qingzhou's methods, it can be seen that the man is too strong. Even Emperor Liang is suppressed by him. Otherwise, there would not be signs of a comprehensive liquidation of him now.

"metropolitan."

"Send someone to write a letter to the southern border through the secret passage." Mei Changsu said seriously.

"Yes." Mei Changsu stood up as soon as Li Gang left.

"Don't go." Suddenly, a figure appeared in front of Mei Changsu, Fei Liu.

"Fei Liu, what's wrong?" Mei Changsu asked with a smile.

"You are not allowed to leave. You are going to the southern border." Fei Liu said.

"Who told you that?"

"Of course it's me." Lin Chen said while holding an orange in his hand and tossing it.

"You guessed it." Mei Changsu was not curious about how Lin Chen knew it. His information was no less than his own, and even more. That was Langya Mountain.

"Is there any need to guess? Five hundred thousand troops are gathering in the southern border. The garrison of the southern border has a close relationship with you. It is not your character not to go." Lin Chen said.

"You want to stop me?" Mei Changsu said.

"Winter is coming soon. Can your body hold up? How many days can you last?" Lin Chen became stern. Mei Changsu was his friend for many years, and he didn't want anything to happen to him.

It would be fine to come to Jinling, as we are well prepared, but going to the battlefield requires physical strength, especially in the current situation where the situation is almost a death situation.

He recognized Mei Changsu's ability, and he was certainly confident that he could deal with Dayu. But now, it was not Dayu, but several big countries in the world that had just been defeated in the war and had directly thrown away all their capital. They were determined to eat up Daliang.

No matter how good you are at fighting, no matter how many times you can fight, Nanchu is already confronting Nihuang. Nihuang can suppress you, but she cannot be defeated easily, otherwise there would be no confrontation.

Now, the other side has at least 500,000 reinforcements. How will you respond? The armies of Donghai, Yeqin, Dayu, and Beiyan are all entangled deep in the enemy country. Although they are retreating step by step, they are all fighting.

Several big countries are well prepared and are just going to attack you at one point. Now, even if Daliang is willing to withdraw its troops to help, it is too late to catch up.

And if you dare to withdraw your troops, not only will all your achievements be lost, but you will also be attacked from inside Daliang with a high probability.

It's not that Daliang is incapable, it's that one country can deal with all countries. It's already a myth, but it has insufficient military forces, and there is a civil war in its own country, and there are problems everywhere.

Even though Mei Changsu is an unrivaled commander, the gap in troop strength is too exaggerated. Everyone was originally fighting on their own, wanting to eat the fattest meat, but now they are enraged and have joined forces.

The most important point is that fighting a war consumes a lot of energy, especially a war where you cannot afford to make any mistakes. Can Mei Changsu hold on?

"There are some things that I need to do. I am Lin Shu, the Young Marshal of the Red Flame, Lin Shu. This should be my business and that is where I should go."

"Have you forgotten that you want to overturn the old case of Chi Yan?" Lin Chen said.

"If Daliang is lost, what good will it do even if the verdict is overturned?" Mei Changsu said.

"That was done by Shen Zheng. It has nothing to do with you. You know very well that they just want him to go. He is the best master in the world and he must have a way to escape." Lin Chen said.

"I don't want to gamble, and don't you think that with him around, people in the world will have a better life? Where are you going?" Lin Chen looked at Mei Changsu's determined look, turned around and left, and Mei Changsu asked.

"I promised you that I would be with you until the last day. Even though you broke your promise, I cannot go back on my word. I'll make some preparations." Lin Chen left, and Mei Changsu also had to make preparations. It was still in time. The army's movements were seen through by them. Although they could not stop it, they could still make more preparations and rush over. An army of hundreds of thousands could not be passed in a short time.

Seven days later.

"Eight hundred miles of urgent work, Dayu, Beiyan, and Donghai have all gathered a large army, claiming to have 500,000 men, and are marching into Southern Chu, saying they want to break through the southern border."

The whole court was in an uproar. Everyone was genuinely surprised. Not everyone was a traitor. Even if they had connections with Daliang, it was impossible for everyone to know about it. Although everyone was dissatisfied with Shen Qingzhou and wanted Daliang to return to the hands of Emperor Liang and abolish some of his national policies, it did not mean that they would allow others to take over Daliang.

After the conquest, they must be liquidated, otherwise, Daliang would have been divided up by them, and how would they divide the things if they were not killed?

"Well, Lord Shen, we are facing internal and external troubles now. Please ask His Majesty to leave immediately, and Daliang will surely be peaceful. We can temporarily negotiate peace with Yeqin, and the Qingli Army can rush to the southern border. The real thing is to go to war in various places." This means he really wants to do something, and he really wants Shen Qingzhou to step down.

There are 500,000 troops, but now there are only 100,000 in the southern border, facing the 150,000 troops of Southern Chu. Even if there are 500,000 now, even if it is a bit exaggerated, more than half of them will still be at risk of life and death.

"You mean, we ask for peace." Shen Qingzhou said.

"Ye Qin is not a big threat. We only need to send troops from the surrounding continents to temporarily suppress it. The key is for the Qingli Army to deal with foreign enemies. At this moment, we still have to be dedicated to the country."

"However, the Qingli Army only has 50,000 soldiers. Even if the rebellions in various places have stopped now, the maximum number of soldiers that can be mobilized is 30,000. Add to that the 100,000 elite soldiers from Prince Mu's Palace. The disadvantage is too great with 180,000 against 500,000." Shen Qingzhou said.

"Sir Shen, I have something to say. Although you are young, everyone admires your ability. You lead the military department and manage the logistics in an orderly manner. You are definitely a man who knows military affairs. Moreover, you are the best fighter in the world. If the Five Tiger Generals, Water Margin Generals, Qi Jiguang and others were under your command, they would surely be able to exert even stronger capabilities."

In fact, although everyone believed in him, the gap was too big. In the previous battles, although there were fewer people, it was not exaggerated to this extent. They could only try their best, and there was nothing they could do.

They all wanted him to concentrate all his combat troops to repel the coalition forces. Besides, as long as he was killed, the coalition forces of various countries would definitely be on guard. Although it sounds exaggerated, the coalition forces were actually forced out.

"Yes, Lord Shen." For a moment, everyone praised Shen Qingzhou, and everyone praised him very seriously.

"I didn't expect that you all trust me so much. Don't worry, I am the commander-in-chief of Daliang's war this time, and I will definitely have a plan." Shen Qingzhou's words made everyone guess what he was going to do.

Over the next three days, everyone realized something was wrong. Why had there been no changes in Jinling City? Shen Qingzhou did not raise any armaments, did not respond to the request for peace, and of course, did not meet Emperor Liang.

"Does he really want to destroy Daliang?" Emperor Liang originally thought that it was a sure win. The rebels in various places had contacted each other, and as long as he went up again, everyone would still be his subjects.

No one really intended to revolt, or even to cause trouble, it was all because of someone in the court, the most powerful person, but he was suppressed.

……

"Sir Shen, I have something to say, but I don't know whether I should say it or not." On his way back to the government office, Shen Qingzhou met Mei Changsu. The two knew each other, but they didn't have much interaction, and Mei Changsu had never contacted Shen Qingzhou on his own initiative.

"Mr. Su." Shen Qingzhou said that he still had to give Mei Changsu face, but it sounded like this smart man was speaking with a hint of gunpowder.

"Please." There was no one else around the two of them. The guards brought by Shen Qingzhou and Mei Changsu were all very sensible.

"The Southern Border is in danger, Lord Shen, do you know about it?" Mei Changsu looked at Shen Qingzhou with dissatisfaction. Even if he knew that what the other party did was right, what use would it be even if he went to the Southern Border?

"Of course I know. What does Mr. Su mean?"

"Sir Shen, you should know that they are only targeting you this time. Don't you want to keep the enemy out of the country?" The news in Nanjing has spread. The southern border is in danger, and the slogan of the coalition forces is to kill Shen Zheng.

As for why, it's very simple. They wanted to take revenge on the commander of Daliang, but in the end they didn't say it was about dividing the land. If this were publicized, their own people would rebel.

"Of course I do. Does Mr. Su have any plan?"

"Sir Shen, although I know that you shouldn't go to the border and be good to the people in Jinling, have you ever considered Nihuang?" This is what made him uncomfortable. He could accept that Shen Zheng didn't go, but you didn't bother at all, as if the southern border was fine. Don't you like Nihuang? You didn't do anything, even if you mobilized all the troops you could to support her, you didn't do anything.

He knew that although Nihuang was engaged to him, he was a bystander and could see more clearly that Nihuang was moved by what Shen Qingzhou had done. She also wrote to him and asked him to help Shen Zheng. Although she didn't use all her strength, the intention was there.

But now, everyone in the world knows that the southern border is dangerous, but Shen Qingzhou is not in a hurry here, as if it has nothing to do with him. Mei Changsu doesn't understand.

In Mei Changsu's opinion, it is clear that power has surpassed emotion. Even Shen Qingzhou, who wrote the emotion of "Yun Xiang Yi Shang and Hua Xiang Rong", still prefers power.

He was actually quite disappointed. He knew that he was not a good match and was someone who would not have a tomorrow but had today. However, people like Shen Qingzhou had too much desire for power, which was not good.

In fact, deep in his heart, he also wanted Shen Qingzhou to go to the southern border. His ability had indeed been proven. Even if Emperor Liang came back to power, Shen Zheng would have a way out. The Shen family business and even his own Jiangzuo League could protect him from stepping down.

"Of course I have considered the princess, Mr. Su, don't worry too much."

"I hope so." Mei Changsu left. Shen Qingzhou was indeed not a good man.

That night, Mei Changsu, Lin Chen and their party left Jinling and headed for the southern border, riding at full speed. With the rubber, the carriage and horses felt much easier.

In just ten days, they reached the southern border.

"Brother, why are you here?" Nihuang asked in surprise.

"How could I not come when you encountered such a thing?" Not only did he come, he also brought some of the elite troops of the Jiangzuo League.

"Thank you, brother." Nihuang knew Mei Changsu's abilities.

After chatting for a few sentences, Mei Changsu wanted to rest. He did not try to be stubborn. Only when he was in a good spirit could he come up with suggestions.

"Aren't you coming?" Nihuang looked in the direction of Jinling, feeling a little disappointed. Even though she knew that the other party would be useless except for committing suicide, he had saved her so many times. This time, she was in this situation entirely because of him. Would he do nothing?

Young Prince Mu has sent her many messages, cursing Shen Zheng, saying that the other party did nothing, as if nothing happened, and not letting him return to the southern border.

Anyone with a discerning eye could see that this time the purpose was to encourage Shen Qingzhou to leave Jinling. By then, the others who had the upper hand, such as Xiao Jingli, Meng Zhi, Nie Feng, etc. would definitely be much more low-key. This could be considered as recognition that others did not have his ability.

He didn't leave, which exposed their thoughts, but at the same time, he didn't break their trick. Whether you come or not, it's all clear, and now he doesn't pretend anymore.

Nihuang could understand, but found it a little hard to accept. Everyone in the world knew that he liked her, but he did nothing this time.

"Okay, you've saved me several times, so I'll just return it to you this time." Nihuang smiled casually. She had been guarding the southern border for many years and had never thought of betraying or running away.

Moreover, she has already started evacuating the people, just to serve the country, but it has implicated brother Lin Shu, so she has to find a way to get him to leave.

……

The atmosphere of war was becoming more and more intense. Mei Changsu also thought about launching a surprise attack, but the enemy had too many troops. Even if more than half of them were not present, coupled with the Qingming Pass being a water battlefield, it was indeed difficult to operate.

Today, the East China Sea navy occupies the river, and the southern border can only be slightly suppressed. There have been a few small victories, but they did not affect major events because the other side has too many people.

Allied Forces Camp.

"He actually really holds the throne in Jinling."

"It seems that he really won't come. That's right. This is a normal person's choice. How can a woman be compared with power?"

Knowing that Jinling City is still the same as before, everyone is not disappointed. If you don’t come, you can just fight in from the south border, it will be the same.

"Well, let's test you a few times and let you crush us. We can't delay any longer. We can't escape for long."

"That's natural."

Then, it was about deploying the troops. Both she and Mei Changsu were experts, but even the best cook cannot cook without the straw. They won several times, but everyone became more desperate.

The other side has too many people and the gap is so big that it has reached its limit. If they run away, they are sure they can retreat, but this also means that the southern border has been broken.

"You do have the means to burn our food supplies, but that's all."

"We must attack. The other party is very good at commanding troops, and they want to consume their strength in this way."

"Indeed, then we will launch a general attack in ten days. Tell the other party directly, tell Daliang that during this period, they will live in terror."

For a moment, the whole world was shocked, and several other armies could not help but offer assistance. Unfortunately, military orders were as heavy as a mountain, and they knew it was too late. War is not like tourism, where you can't just go whenever you want.

As time went by, Nihuang would clean her gun every day and never leave it alone, fighting for her life.

On the first day, Jinling was the same as usual.

On the fourth day, Jinling received the news, and many people looked at Shen Qingzhou in confusion.

On the sixth day, Shen Qingzhou still did nothing.

border.

"Nihuang, you don't have to attack me. Brother Feiliu and Lin Chen are here, you can't get rid of me." On the seventh day, Nihuang invited Mei Changsu to dinner, and was directly exposed.

Nihuang had no choice. She had done everything she could. Mei Changsu was smarter than her and refused to leave.

Day 8, Jinling.

"What's wrong?" Shen Qingzhou looked at the guard who was hesitant to speak.

"Young Prince Mu just caused trouble and said some bad things." Mu Qing respected Nihuang very much. Many people's plans were successful. The whole world knew that he was the one who caused the chaos in the southern border.

"Okay, I understand. By the way, have the government office post this, and then order the entire government office, patrol camp, and remaining imperial guards to be checked. Don't walk around the streets these days."

"Yes."

As the notice was posted, many people didn't know what Shen Qingzhou was doing, and many people were not convinced, but there was nothing they could do.

The other officials just watched coldly, thinking about how to overcome this difficulty.

On the ninth day, the streets were empty and many people were curious about what Shen Qingzhou was going to do.

in the afternoon.

"Almost done." Shen Qingzhou looked up at the sky. After doing this, there would be no problem in unifying the world. It's just that he might be a little too mythical in the eyes of others.

The main thing is that he himself finds it incredible. He is no match for the original body, but he can do things that the original body cannot do.

"What is he going to do?" Emperor Liang was also thinking. Shen Qingzhou was not the kind of person who would sit and wait for death, but in this situation, it seemed that there was no way out.

(End of this chapter)