SFS Chapter 173 Differential Treatment
Chapter 173 Differential Treatment
Chu Shiyu suddenly fell into depression.
Liu Rusi was a little confused for a moment, but she also knew that she needed to coax him at this time, so she reached out to hold his face and looked at him with gentle eyes.
"Even if we're not talking about a man-woman relationship, we're at least friends, right? I naturally hope you're safe and sound."
Liu Rusi explained: "Although the commander is being closely watched by the enemy, he must also be the most heavily guarded of our army, right?"
"How can there be an impeccable defense in this world? When two armies fight, they will definitely use every possible means! Did you know that when I was fighting in the southwest, I encountered three assassination attempts in just one month? If I hadn't mastered martial arts and could stay alert even in my sleep, I would have died long ago!"
This is why generals with excellent martial arts skills are more respected by the army. It is not only because people naturally admire the strong, but also because martial arts is the most intuitive way to be strong. It is also because if the commander can't even protect himself and can be captured at any time, what is the point of being resourceful?
Chu Shiyu expressed his pain, hoping only to see the worry and concern in her eyes.
But Liu Rusi was still stubborn and tried to persuade him gently, "The more important the position, the more dangerous it is... But there are many things in this world that are more important than life, such as a great career."
Feeling lost, Chu Shiyu whispered, "You said that you didn't expect Qin Hao to be made a marquis or die on the side of the road, but only hoped that he would live a peaceful life and get what he wanted..."
How can you put the person you care about in danger without any concerns?
Liu Rusi didn't know whether to laugh or cry. He actually compared himself with Qin Hao... But it was a bit difficult. Imagine this problem. If it was Qin Hao...
"If his dream is to fight on the battlefield, even if I am worried and reluctant, I will not stop him."
"I told you, I'm not interested in this! You won't stop Qin Hao, but you're pushing me down a path I don't want to take!"
Chu Shiyu knew that he was overestimating himself by comparing himself with Qin Hao, but she didn't even look worried or reluctant... He just couldn't help it and became more and more unsatisfied.
After hesitating for a long time, Liu Rusi said hesitantly: "If the country is in danger, if Qin Hao is the one who is entrusted with the mission... I would hope that he would step forward..."
"But it's not a critical moment now! Daxia is at its peak, with strong soldiers and horses. The Oirat Tatars can only disturb the peace of the border! Even if I don't go to the battlefield, Daxia is full of talents, many of whom are capable of taking on important tasks!"
Seeing him getting more and more angry and excited, even the grievance in his eyes was rippling...
Liu Rusi stepped forward and hugged his shoulders, trying to stand on tiptoe, and kissed his lips with her red lips...
There was a big difference in their heights, and if Chu Shiyu didn't lower his head, it would be difficult for Liu Rusi to touch him.
But even though he knew that this was just an act to appease him, how could he refuse her active intimacy?
Chu Shiyu obediently leaned over and held her delicate lips, using her lips and tongue to plunder fiercely to fill the imbalance in her heart...
Because Liu Rusi wanted to compensate him, she did not resist even when she was almost suffocated by the domineering and passionate kiss. However, Chu Shiyu felt that the person in his arms was gradually becoming weak, and he stopped his tireless demands.
Panting and leaning against him, Liu Rusi calmed down a little and said softly, "You misunderstood me. I want you to go, not because I don't care."
"On the contrary, it's because I think you are an irreplaceable rare talent. Others may be able to win, but you can do it better than anyone else."
“There’s a difference between fighting and winning, right?”
Chu Shiyu couldn't remain indifferent to her praise, but he didn't want to respond to her and remained silent awkwardly.
Liu Rusi said in a gentle and persuasive manner: "You know, unlike many villages that are formed by clans, Dongshan Village is formed by people with different surnames."
"This stems from the war 50 years ago. Many families fled to the mountains to escape the chaos. But one person cannot survive alone. After escaping the war, there are still poisonous insects and wild beasts in the wilderness. In order to recuperate, the people who fled the famine huddled together for warmth and formed a small village."
"Originally, Dongshan Village was not open to the world, and they even deliberately chose a remote mountainous area that was difficult to enter and exit. It was not until the establishment of the Great Xia Dynasty and the world was at peace that Dongshan Village watched and argued for more than ten years before deciding to open a small road that was easy to defend but difficult to attack..."
Chu Shiyu remembered the mountain road where Qin Lie had the accident that his uncle had pointed out to him...
The terrain was indeed a one-man-blockade situation where ten thousand could not get through. The road was rugged and narrow, and was close to a rocky cliff. If they encountered an enemy, they only needed to deploy a small number of people on the rocky cliff to use falling rocks, bows and spears to block an army that was hundreds of times larger.
Of course, it was precisely because the road was so dangerous that rocks fell from the cliffs, killing Qin Lie...
"Perhaps, for princes like you, prosperity is just some empty words about finances and achievements. Even if there are storms and turmoil, it will not affect your luxurious living..."
Liu Rusi said softly, "Just like you said just now, if you are dissatisfied with Daxia, you can move to another place. It is not a fantasy for you to establish another dynasty."
"But the people at the bottom are different. Farmers face the loess and are rooted in the land under their feet. They often leave their homes only when they have no other choice."
"Prosperity is the foundation for people to live and work in peace and contentment, and it is the guarantee they can look forward to tomorrow..."
Liu Rusi looked up at Chu Shiyu and said sincerely, "And you are the chosen one who can control all this."
"Dongshan Village is not far from the southwest border. I have also heard that there are often terrible disasters at the border... During the Southwest War, someone else might have been able to quell it, but can they decide the outcome of the war in one battle like you did?"
"Because of you, the southwestern border has enjoyed long-term peace, and the people on the border are no longer afraid of sudden attacks by enemy bandits."
Liu Rusi stood on tiptoe again, caressing his lips with her red lips, and said softly: "So, this time you have the opportunity to lead the troops in the northwest, I hope you go."
“I think it’s a noble cause, not because it brings you closer to the throne, but because it brings you closer to the people.”
To persuade with reason and emotion...
Knowing that she is good at influencing other people's thoughts through various means...
Chu Shiyu was inevitably captured by her soft voice and her deliberate intimacy.
With only a little bit of stubbornness left, he asked in an inaudible voice: "If Qin Lie... were in my shoes, would you let him go?"
Liu Rusi paused for a moment, and chuckled as she said, "If he is an indispensable talent like you, I will."
After getting a positive answer, Chu Shiyu finally compromised.
But underneath Liu Rusi's frank expression, she felt extremely ashamed...
She lied, just because she didn't want to fail, so she acted as if nothing had happened and said something against her will.
If Qin Lie were to switch places with him...
In fact, she had already made this choice. She let Qin Lie stay.
Her values have not changed. She has always believed that defending the country is a noble cause. But at that time, she was more worried that Qin Lie would die on the battlefield...
I had just met Qin Lie at that time...
Perhaps, it was because Qin Lie had done her a favor and lost twelve taels of silver for her, and she felt guilty...
But in short, she said a lot to Chu Shiyu in a high-sounding manner at this moment, but the facts proved that she was not that noble...