The Eldest Daughter of a Rural Family
Chapter 947 - 212: The Natural Sycophant

Chapter 947: Chapter 212: The Natural Sycophant

All preparations complete, Pei Qin and Mo Heng, following An Liefeng and the Hu Qi riders, crossed the Huanghe River and hastened toward Runing Prefecture.

Emperor Chu Wen, somewhat impatient, stood atop the city wall, personally waiting for their arrival.

Seeing his anticipation, every chancellor knew that Pei Hansan, so esteemed by the Emperor, was about to soar to great heights and rise rapidly through the ranks. It was even possible that before the war’s conclusion, the Emperor would bestow upon Pei Hansan a noble title and the rank of general.

Emperor Chu Wen, too, was anxious and most eager to meet this legendary figure. In such times, to be able to turn the tides, create the Waci people’s Thunder Cannon, and develop an even more formidable mortar, was not only salvaging multitudes from devastation but also a meritorious servant indispensable to the greatness of Great Chu!

Pei Qin, clad in light armor and donning the Dragon Spring Treasure Sword, came forth to greet the Emperor.

Those who come to greet the Emperor must not carry weapons. When the Imperial Guard at the gate took the Dragon Spring Treasure Sword handed over by Pei Qin, they looked at her with eyes filled with surprise and admiration.

All the chancellors were present as well, all waiting to catch a glimpse of this deity-like figure. Not only had she created the Thunder Cannon and mortar, but the recent night battle at the Huanghe River was also a masterpiece! Such a talent emerging at this time was truly a sign that Heaven had not forsaken Great Chu!

Shen Bi, as Minister of the Ministry of Justice and a senior Cabinet official, was naturally among them. But he didn’t recognize Pei Qin. After the eunuch had announced her, and Pei Qin stepped forward, he felt that this Pei Hansan was unlike what he had imagined—she was actually a youth!

"Subject Pei Hansan greets the Emperor! Long live the Emperor, may he live forever!" Pei Qin, following behind An Liefeng and together with Mo Heng, paid her respects.

After the soy sauce poisoning case, Emperor Chu Wen had seen Pei Qin once, but as much time had passed, he couldn’t clearly remember her appearance. However, she had been summoned before with Mo Heng by her side, an impression that remained deep within him. This time, with him once again present, Emperor Chu Wen carefully scrutinized her for a good while. Despite the Emperor’s dignified aura and stoic demeanor, he couldn’t help but widen his eyes in shock as he pointed at Pei Qin, "You... You..." He recognized her, this Pei Hansan was clearly the very Madam Yuanyang he had titled—an actual woman!

Pei Qin offered a grin, "The Emperor is indeed wise and valiant to still remember me!"

It was somewhat hard for Emperor Chu Wen to accept. That legendary deity general who created the Thunder Cannon and the mortar grenades, who tactically triumphed in the night battle at the Huanghe River... was actually a woman!

As she mentioned the Emperor remembering her, the gathered ministers were immediately baffled. Did this Pei Hansan know the Emperor!? No, rather, did the Emperor recognize Pei Hansan, for he had already identified her.

An Liefeng and the Hu Qi were also filled with doubt; they had never heard this lad Pei Hansan mention such things in the military camp! Her usual solemn demeanor was inscrutable, yet when not serious, she was utterly flippant. She had often bragged, but never had she brought this up. Something was amiss!

It took a good moment for Emperor Chu Wen to come to terms with the reality, overwhelmed with emotion, "Pei... Pei Hansan!?" Great Chu had half of its territory seized by the Waci, even forcing him, the Emperor, to flee Capital Jingcheng to save his life. At such a time, the one reversing the dire straits was a woman! There were so many people in The Imperial Court, yet none compared to a woman!

When he called out for Pei Hansan, inwardly, he had already decided to help her hide her identity as a woman. As for her disguise as a man to enter the military camp, which was certainly a crime, Emperor Chu Wen didn’t even consider it.

Mo Heng, hearing him recognize Pei Qin yet still call her Pei Hansan, realized that he had no intention of pursuing the matter of her disguising herself as a man to enter the military camp and breathed a sigh of relief.

The chancellors were highly interested in Pei Qin and, seeing she was acquainted with Emperor Chu Wen, one boldly inquired, "How did General Pei become acquainted with the Emperor?" If the Emperor left the palace, he was always surrounded by a retinue, so this Pei Hansan would have had no chance to meet the Emperor!

Emperor Chu Wen took the initiative to say, "Some years ago, I fortuitously met with Beloved Officer Pei, leaving a lasting impression, and even awarded her a gift. Little did I expect that, years later, it would be Beloved Officer Pei who developed the Thunder Cannon and mortar, rescuing My Great Chu’s people and regaining our lost territories!"

As he did not elaborate any further, none of the ministers dared to ask more. Those who had reached their rank were shrewd indeed, immediately seizing upon his words to praise Emperor Chu Wen’s good karma, which had led to Pei Hansan turning the tide. Heaven had not forsaken Great Chu! The Emperor was even more sagacious and mighty!

When the conversation turned to the war, Emperor Chu Wen’s demeanor instantly became serious. After hearing the latest battle reports, he immediately dispatched An Liefeng and Pei Qin with forces to encircle and eliminate the Waci military strength, to reclaim the lost lands!

An Liefeng and the Hu Qi solemnly complied.

Yet Pei Qin suddenly knelt on one knee, "I earnestly request the Emperor to lead us into battle! To bolster our soldiers’ morale and magnify our nation’s prestige!" To cast aside the disgrace of fleeing the city, exhibit authority, and regain face!

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