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Looking at the gray-haired Old General, Luzi took a deep breath and said nothing more. Although the words were somewhat harsh, what the general had just said was undeniable truth! Even though it was clear that the Military Dependents were in a difficult situation, what could one do? No matter how much one wanted to help, individual capabilities were limited; assisting one or two families, or even ten or dozens, was already the maximum. To fundamentally change the accumulated problems was not something that could be achieved by just a few people.
In recent years, the Qin State had undergone extensive development of wasteland, which indeed improved the current food reserves compared to the past. However, this did not mean that the country had truly become prosperous; it might still require another ten or even twenty years of effort. Ensuring that everyone is free from hunger and worry remained an unachievable dream for now.
It seemed we still needed to put in more effort!
But these thoughts could only be kept to oneself and not spoken aloud; the current slogan was to fight for Great Qin and for King Zhao of Qin. Any attempt to change course and undermine people's fighting spirit would immediately lead to accountability.
The entire large-scale consolation event had been filled with formalities for an entire afternoon and was finally nearing its end. As for the remote areas, they were inaccessible; after all, the mountains were high and the roads were difficult. If there were indeed an opportunity to see the results, it would likely be even more distressing! The villages around Capital Xianyang were already like this; going further out was simply unimaginable.
Moreover, with the Army set to officially depart tomorrow, it was better to return and rest early. Thus, they clasped fists in farewell and went their separate ways.
It was precisely because of this unforgettable consolation trip that Luzi completely dismissed the idea of going to the palace to complain to King Zhao of Qin. Having just experienced such harsh realities, he began to question whether his actions held any meaning. If families with military achievements were already in such dire straits, conducting a large-scale investigation would only lead to more families being torn apart.
King Zhao of Qin knew that this matter would inevitably hold General accountable, which would be unfair to Bai Qi and the other soldiers. These individuals were heroes who bravely charged into battle; beyond that, there was nothing else that could compensate them.
Those who returned missing limbs were fortunate enough; at least they were strong enough to serve their elderly parents and support their wives and children. However! Many soldiers had perished far from home and would never return! What would happen to those left behind by fallen or injured soldiers—widows and orphans—how would they cope with life ahead?
Lost in thought, Luzi rode leisurely outside the palace gates. He asked the gatekeeper to inform someone inside that he wished to see King Zhao of Qin.
Unexpectedly, the response he received was straightforward: "Not seeing you!"
A kind-hearted guard who knew Luzi was an old friend of Attendant Li Xin discreetly revealed the truth. King Zhao had not been feeling well lately and frequently suffered from headaches. If Luzi's matter wasn't urgent, it would be best not to come for a few days. Once King Zhao felt better, Attendant Li Xin would notify him at home.
In just a few days!? Tomorrow, I will set out with the Army!
If nothing goes wrong in Shangdang County, everything should be fine, and I can return to the capital next summer. But that’s just an assumption; if something does happen, I might not be back for years! Sigh! Forget it! I’ll address this matter after the war is over. Luzi shook his head with a bitter smile, thanking the guard before turning to leave the palace.
The truth is that it wasn’t King Zhao of Qin who was troubled, but rather it was looking at Luzi that gave him a headache. The King Qin didn’t want to summon him at all because there was never any good news when they met.
People these days prefer to hear flattering words and lies; no one wants to listen to opposing opinions. When there are important matters to discuss, one has no choice but to meet. However, if there’s nothing urgent, they would naturally avoid it at all costs.
When Luzi hurried home, it was already quite late. As he approached the entrance, he noticed a familiar figure wandering back and forth in the alley. It seemed like the person was waiting for him, so he quickened his pace and discovered it was Meng Wu, carrying a small bundle. In the cold weather, standing alone made him look very lonely.
Seeing this, Luzi felt a pang of sympathy and sadness. Wasn’t Meng Wu supposed to be waiting in the capital for orders? Why was he waiting outside so late? Clearing his throat twice, before he could speak, he saw Meng Wu fall to his knees in desperation.
What could he do? Luzi hurriedly helped Meng Wu up and learned that he had been waiting outside for an entire afternoon.
Due to being implicated in the Crown Prince Incident, Meng Wu was on edge while waiting for news. The case was too convoluted and had been temporarily shelved due to urgent military matters. This meant that whether one waited a year or ten years, it would be the same.
Life is short; must it be spent in endless waiting!?
Luzi had heard about the events leading up to this. The Crown Prince of Qin took advantage of Zhao Xiang Wang's illness and used a Royal Decree to prevent Meng Wu from going to Chu State to save someone. As a general, obeying military orders is unquestionable. Besides, how could Meng Wu know that this order was false? But therein lies the problem: why did only he receive this document while others did not? If there was no collusion involved, how did the Crown Prince know about this matter?
This is often how cases unfold; suspicion can easily place you as a key suspect. Restricting your movements is necessary for solving the case; even if you are dissatisfied, you have no choice but to accept it. Being detained in prison is already generous enough; what more do you want?
Luzi sighed deeply; this is what they call helplessness. Despite knowing that Meng Wu was indeed wronged, he himself felt completely lost as well. When he followed Zhao Xiang Wang back home, he intended to send someone immediately to investigate this matter. Yet due to both chance and necessity, he found himself unable to organize his thoughts at all.
It seems that things are not going well lately, as a battle is likely on the horizon. The Thousand Troops and Horses are about to clash, and we must prioritize our actions accordingly.
Standing outside in the cold winter is ultimately not a solution, so I pulled Meng Wu's arm and walked through the door. As for those two sneaky fellows outside the alley, they will surely report back to King Qin afterward. If one is upright, there is no need to fear shadows; let them be!
Meng Wu came to Qin State with his father, Meng Ao, and their family has always been loyal to Great Qin. It would be unfair to dismiss everything the Meng Family has done for Qin State based on one or two unproven matters.
However, these are external perspectives on the issue, while Luzi has his own thoughts. If we cannot trust our own brothers, then who can we trust!?
After all, we spent an entire afternoon assisting the army and had no opportunity to eat. I had thought that Left Chancellor General Wang would treat everyone to a meal after the visit, but instead, everyone dispersed upon returning to the capital. Perhaps it's for the best; it saves us from gathering together and chatting aimlessly. Annoying!
Since Meng Wu hasn't eaten either, we might as well sit down and eat together. So I called him over to wash his face and then sat down at a table to wait for the food.
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