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In the eyes of others, Li Mu is not a person who is usually amiable. However, it depends on whom he is dealing with. Due to his strong sense of justice and outspoken nature, it is quite normal for him to inadvertently offend those in power.
Right or wrong, everyone can distinguish between black and white in their hearts. It's just that they consider too much and avoid offending people directly. But black is black, and white will always be white. Just because no one speaks up does not mean that white can turn into black.
The sage said: "Only after things are established can one know the ultimate truth; only after knowing the ultimate truth can one have sincere intentions; only after having sincere intentions can one have a righteous heart; only after having a righteous heart can one cultivate oneself; only after cultivating oneself can one bring harmony to the family; only after bringing harmony to the family can one govern the state; only after governing the state can one bring peace to the world."
When one's conduct is upright, actions follow without needing orders.
Whenever a righteous gentleman faces adversity and light seems about to be extinguished, there will always be someone who stands up to uphold the light. This is the power of justice! It is also akin to the bright moon and white clouds shining through without needing an invitation, illuminating the hall. Li Mu demonstrates the power of justice through his actions, leading Zhao Kuo to ultimately decide to rescue him from prison!
If one were to sit idly by, then where would justice stand!?
This reflects Zhao Kuo's thoughts shared with everyone, as well as the reason for his hurried arrival in the capital, Handan. As for the underlying secrets, they are not for outsiders to know. The already burned secret letter mentioned that someone wanted Li Mu dead, intending to pin the blame on someone else!
Who could Li Mu take the blame for!? This is as obvious as lice on a bald head! If it weren't for someone in the Shangdang Region being overly timid in battle, how could my Zhao Army have suffered such a crushing defeat!?
Just thinking about this matter makes Zhao Kuo furious! You rely on your seniority... no, you are simply an old fool! What good is it to preserve military strength if you cannot drive the Qin Army out of Shangdang!? Having reached this dire situation today, you actually shift the blame for failure onto the defenses of Dan Shui River! With your current tactics, even if those fortifications were made of bronze, they would still be useless!
It is well known that at this time, the situation in the Shangdang Region has become quite clear. The Qin Army currently occupies vast territories and has achieved decisive victories. Meanwhile, the Zhao Army has been compressed around Taihang Mountain and cannot move out, which is essentially a strategic failure.
Under normal circumstances, Zhao State should notify Qin State to cease hostilities. The two armies facing each other should return home and seek their own paths. Continuing this stalemate benefits neither side; without withdrawing from Shangdang, fundamental problems cannot be resolved. The amount of supplies consumed daily by hundreds of thousands of soldiers is staggering—do you think it's just a few hundred thousand grains of rice stuck in place!?
Zhao Kuo initially followed his father Zhao She's dying wish and abandoned plans to impeach Lian Po. However, nearly two months have passed, and he still cannot understand why his father insisted on protecting Lian Po! If he had informed Zhao Wang Dan of the truth upon returning home, perhaps this hopeless stalemate could have been resolved long ago! And at this moment, his fellow soldiers suffering from cold and hunger on Taihang Mountain might not have had their chances of returning home for the New Year delayed.
On the way to the capital, Zhao Kuo had already made up his mind that he must come up with a plan for King Zhao this time. Either he would organize and launch a Spring Offensive before the warm weather arrived, catching the Qin Army off guard, or he would simply write to King Qin to declare a cessation of hostilities. As for the Shangdang Region, whoever wants it can have it!
If no solution is found soon, the State of Zhao could easily be dragged down! This was Zhao Kuo's plan, and it was urgent. Saving Li Mu was certainly not an afterthought; regardless of anything else, this person had to be rescued!
Unbeknownst to Li Mu, who had been wrongfully imprisoned, he was actually highly regarded by several senior generals. Despite the rivalry between Lian Po and Zhao Kuo, both shared a fondness for this headstrong youth.
What is the purpose of being a soldier? It is to be brave and fearless in battle! If such soldiers are deemed cowards, then what can you tell me about what constitutes a good soldier?
What use is a soldier who talks sweetly but backs down when it comes to fighting? No general would like such a person. Li Mu, on the other hand, was the type who dared to fight and think on the battlefield, ensuring that he completed all operational tasks assigned by his superiors.
Gold will always shine; this is a truth proven by countless people. Missing out once or twice is quite possible, as long as one does not fall into despair because of it. A person who stands out from the crowd should keep their head down and work hard while waiting for the right moment.
Lian Po had actually noticed this individual long ago but had not promoted him yet. Perhaps it was due to the intention to let him train further below; after all, good wine tastes better with age.
Zhao Kuo also began to pay attention to Li Mu; he was not as slow as Old General. Once he noticed him, he wanted to bring him closer but never received Commander Lian Po's approval. Although he was the leader of the Cavalry Unit, he still fell under Commander Lian Po's jurisdiction within the army group. Any personnel changes required Old General's consent.
Not many mid-level officers in the army liked Li Mu, but that did not mean that the vast majority of soldiers disliked him. Almost everyone who followed Li Mu on missions returned safely without a scratch. For the soldiers, anyone who could survive on the battlefield was respected! This was not something that could be achieved merely by exchanging words; the rapidly changing situation often left even generals feeling troubled! As a result, many soldiers bestowed upon Li Mu the title of "Immortal War God" and were willing to fight alongside him.
Naturally, Zhao Kuo had heard of this title and dreamed of bringing this divine figure Li Mu to his side. He saw him as a sharp blade that could achieve remarkable feats if wielded well! Thus, he resolved to find an opportunity to bypass Lian Po and directly suggest to King Zhao that this matter could be settled. He had already thought about proposing Li Mu for the position of Centurion.
Unexpectedly, this matter dragged on until today.
In Zhao Kuo's own words, such individuals are rare! If Li Mu were to die at the hands of his own people, it would truly be disheartening! Those imprisoned no longer retain their original positions or identities unless King Zhao approves their reinstatement. This means that Li Mu, who has been loyal to Zhao State, not only no longer belongs to the army he once loved deeply but may even have his household registration canceled thereafter.
Since that's the case, let's make a special recruitment!
Zhao Kuo, who had rushed over, looked at the jailer still stammering and suppressed the anger rising in his heart. Without waiting to hear the end of what he had already heard, he waved his hand to signal him to be quiet. He snorted heavily and said, "The truth and falsehood lie in people's hearts. I, King Zhao, will make a clear judgment! Even if the Zhao Army may be tempted to corruption, or perhaps I myself might engage in corrupt acts, there is one person who will definitely not be corrupt—this Li Mu whom you accuse of embezzlement! I wonder who is trying to cover up their own guilt by using you fools to harm my Zhao Guo's Pillar!"
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