Chapter 142 The Use of 5000 Troops

"As for the second fire, wise people know very well what I mean, so I won't belabor the point." Du Chenzhi straightened his clothes with undue seriousness and declared formally, "The first two fires were mere smokescreens, but this third one is a real blaze that must be kindled."

His mysterious airs piqued Gu Changsheng's interest. Gu Changsheng turned slightly, "I would hear more."

"His Majesty has tasked me with leading these five thousand soldiers to eradicate bandits!" Du Chenzhi announced emphatically.

"Eradicate bandits?" Gu Changsheng's eyebrows arched up, and the corners of his mouth slowly formed a knowing smile.

"Yes, eradicate bandits!" Du Chenzhi sighed and continued to mutter, "Lady Changsheng, in the end, this matter traces back to your wrongdoing. You slaughtered the entire Xiao Clan, which was bad enough, but why did you foist the blame onto the mountain stronghold where Prince Mu raised his private army?"