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In the final stage of her pregnancy, Chao Qinglan's belly has become very large, making it very difficult for her to walk, and she always needs someone to support her.
One day, they were walking in the mansion's garden, Chao Qinglan carrying her heavy belly, and said helplessly, "I wonder if it's a boy or a girl?"
Xiao Yan carefully supported her and replied with a smile, "Whether it's a boy or a girl, as long as they are as smart and healthy as you, it's all good."
Chao Qinglan suddenly became sharp-eyed and changed the subject, asking, "Xiao Yan, how is the current situation with recruiting soldiers?"
Xiao Yan smiled and replied, "The emperor has not yet dismissed me as the governor of Yongzhou, which is a major mistake on his part. I have successfully gathered fifty thousand strong men, many of whom have defected to me due to their dissatisfaction with the current emperor Xiao Baojuan. However, this number is still not enough to overthrow the emperor's regime."
Chao Qinglan nodded in agreement and said, "I have also alerted my father to the fact that some dissatisfied courtiers have been demoted or transferred to remote areas by the emperor. Most of them are officials below the fifth rank, with extraordinary abilities, and they detest Xiao Baojuan's tyranny and the neglect of state affairs. When the future regime changes, they will become important supporters for us, so we don't have to worry about not having our own people to use."
Xiao Yan praised her plan, saying, "I am very reassured by your abilities. It is relatively easy to attract civil officials with prospects of official career advancement, but it requires different means to attract military generals. Northern Wei has always favored the use of defectors from Southern Dynasties because these defectors are familiar with the terrain of Jiangnan and are brave and skilled in battle. Therefore, whether it is during the Qi dynasty or the Liu Song dynasty, many generals have seen the situation and defected to Northern Wei."
Chao Qinglan looked at him meaningfully and asked, "So are you planning to stay and resist, or are you considering defecting to Northern Wei?"
Xiao Yan smiled and then looked firmly into the distance, answering, "Of course, I will stay and resist to the end, seeking revenge for Xiao Yi. Currently, the forces in my hands are not enough to confront the emperor. I must unite with other generals to have enough strength to overthrow Xiao Baojuan."
Chao Qinglan suddenly seemed to think of something, and then leaned in close to whisper a plan in his ear.
Xiao Yan couldn't help but praise, "Wonderful! Truly wonderful! Qinglan, if you were not a woman, you would definitely be a great general leading an army. It's such a pity! Your talent and wisdom are truly admirable!"
Chao Qinglan's face turned a little pale, and she felt waves of pain coming over her, gripping Xiao Yan's hand tightly.
She thought to herself, "Could it be? Child, did you have to come at this time?"
Xiao Yan's face also became very tense, and he quickly ordered the attendant beside him to go and fetch the midwife and the doctor.
In the inner room, Chao Qinglan lay on a soft bed, her forehead already soaked with sweat. She breathed heavily, each exhale accompanied by a painful moan.
midwife stood by the bed, prepared hot water, and comforted her, saying, "Madam, hold on a little longer, the baby is about to come out, you must exert yourself."
Chao Qinglan's nails were deeply embedded in the sheets, her face already pale as paper, but she nodded firmly, trying her best to follow the midwife's instructions.
She knew this was an important moment in her life. Despite the excruciating pain, the near fainting spells, she wouldn't give up easily. She didn't give up even in the life-and-death situations of war, let alone this.
But it really hurts, she would rather go to the battlefield to kill the enemy.
As time passed, Chao Qinglan's breathing became more rapid, and her heartbeat seemed to quicken as well.
Suddenly, she felt an extreme pain that she could barely bear, almost fainting.
However, with the strong willpower within her, she persisted. She knew this was for the sake of welcoming their child, and she couldn't back down.
The voice of the midwife rang in her ears: "Madam, just a little more, almost there!" She encouraged Chao Qinglan to push again.
Finally, the cry of a baby sounded in the inner room, announcing the birth of freshman.
Chao Qinglan's face showed a hint of a happy smile, feeling an indescribable joy and satisfaction.
For a moment, she almost forgot that she was Zhang Yi.
midwife carefully wrapped the freshman's baby girl in a swaddle, and then softly told Chao Qinglan: "Congratulations, madam, you have given birth to a healthy baby girl."
Chao Qinglan teared up, she held the baby carefully in her arms, feeling her warmth and softness. Her heart was filled with gratitude.
Chao Qinglan smiled wearily but happily as she held the baby in her arms, carefully examining the little face and saying, "She's so adorable. It looks like we have a healthy daughter."
Xiao Yan walked slowly into the inner room, looking at Chao Qinglan and their daughter, feeling full of emotion and happiness. He softly said, "Thank you, Qinglan, you have brought us this lovely daughter."
Xiao Yan quietly arrived at this place that had been visited before.
A year has passed since the last tree felling. Now, Xiao Yan finally feels that the time is ripe. He immediately sends people to the lake to salvage the pre-cut bamboo.
Under his command, thousands of craftsmen quickly began their work. They built Warships with tension and order, each hull carefully designed to face future challenges.
The project was kept strictly confidential, unknown to outsiders until everything was ready for Xiao Yan to announce the operation. He knew that only thorough preparation could ensure success, making it one of the most important missions of his life.
One day, Xiao Yan stood by the lake, looking at the warships that had already been built. His heart was filled with determination and confidence. He knew that no matter what difficulties he might encounter in the future, he would steadfastly move forward, for the country and for the people.
Xiao Yan sat at the desk, the tip of his pen lightly touching the rice paper as he focused on writing a letter. Every stroke was filled with scheming.
First, he pretended to write a letter to Jingzhou Prefect Xiao Yingzhi, hoping that he would raise the banner of righteousness and join this important plan.
The candlelight on the desk reflected on his face, his expression Xiao Zhan and determined. He knew that this letter would be the beginning of everything changing.
Xiao Yan: "Xiao Yingzhi, at this moment, the country is in turmoil. We cannot stand idly by. We must step forward, overthrow Xiao Baojuan, and defend the state of Qi."
His writing is swift, as if every word is a profound call from his innermost being.
In Jingzhou, Xiao Yingzhi sits in his study, holding a letter from Xiao Yan. He opens the envelope and carefully reads each word, his expression changing constantly.
Xiao Yingzhi: "Xiao Yan, you finally came to find me."
His voice was low and firm, knowing that this was the moment he had been waiting for. He stood up, walked out of the study, and handed the letter to his military strategist, Xiao Yingda.
Xiao Yingzhi: "Notify His Majesty the Emperor, Xiao Yan is planning to rebel and betray!"
Xiao Baojuan: His Majesty the Emperor was furious, but at the same time, he was also very pleased. Xiao Yan finally couldn't resist taking action.
General Liu Shanyang was dispatched to lead troops to join forces with Xiao Yingzhi to attack Yongzhou.
At the same time in Yongzhou, Xiao Yingzhi's confidant Wang Tianhu also received orders. He received a letter, opened it, and found only a short phrase: "Tianhu Kouju."
It was narrated by Wang Tianhu, and Wang Tianhu had nothing to say because he had not been informed by Xiao Yan in advance.
Wang Tianhu looked at these words, his eyebrows slightly furrowed. He understood that this was a secret order deliberately given to him by Xiao Yan.
But the specific content is unknown. Such a command made him feel extremely confused because Xiao Yan did not inform him of any important plans.
Helplessly, he could only silently memorize this phrase, preparing to pass it on to Xiao Yingzhi.
In Jingzhou, Xiao Yingzhi received this information. He looked at Wang Tianhu and took a deep breath, feeling speechless and understanding in his heart.
Xiao Yingzhi: "Wang Tianhu, do you know what this means?"
Wang Tianhu shook his head in confusion, "I don't know, sir. This information is too brief, I don't understand it at all."
Xiao Yingzhi took a deep breath and then explained seriously, "This means that I cannot gain Liu Shanyang's trust through delivering such a letter. We can only raise the flag of rebellion with Xiao Yan and start a war. Only then can we save our lives. This strategy is truly clever."
Sure enough, with just such a letter, Liu Shanyang also dared not enter the city of Jingzhou.
Xiao Yingzhi continued, "Xiao Yan must have already devised a meticulous plan. We must fully participate, otherwise the consequences would be unimaginable. Now, we have no way to retreat, and can only fight side by side with Xiao Yan to jointly overthrow this corrupt emperor."
Wang Tianhu took a deep breath, understanding that this was a one-way path, but they had already made their choice. They could only follow Xiao Yan and embark on the road of rebellion together.
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