Under multiple layers of pressure, Song Lingjie surrendered.
In fact, at this point, even if he stubbornly held on, it wouldn’t be of any use. Without revealing Song Lingzhao’s whereabouts, he definitely wouldn’t find peace.
Moreover, his grandmother and parents played good cop, bad cop, appealing to emotions, and he couldn’t resist.
And most importantly, with grandmother’s words, even if his older brother’s whereabouts were uncovered, he might still continue forward.
After so consideration, Song Lingjie surrendered swiftly and even disclosed the plans and who helped him out.
"Gansu." Song Zhicheng was reddened with anger, glaring at Song Lingjie while rolling up his sleeves.
Mrs. Jiang started to cry.
The terrain there was western, barren, and harsh. Could Song Lingzhao, a child raised in the capital, adapt to the climate and diet there?
Moreover, Western Barbarians frequently invade the border, which ans increased danger.
Thinking about these points, Mrs. Jiang felt dizzy, her brain lacking blood supply.
Song Ci also furrowed his brows deeply; traveling to the Northwest ant facing complex and varied landscapes, including highlands, gobi deserts, which were undeniably harsh.
"Why did you choose such a place? It’s too tough there." Song Ci looked towards Song Lingjie.
Song Lingjie replied, "Though it’s harsh, precisely because of it, many Generals with promising future pull back, creating more opportunities. Since battles happen often there, I thought, if one must fight, then fight earnestly. With wars, it’s easier to earn military rits."
Seeing Mrs. Jiang’s pale face, he felt a bit guilty and said, "My brother is proud by nature, he’s thoroughly learned martial arts and truly wants to join the military, not just to gain experience or build a resu like the noble children in the capital. He genuinely wants to make a na for himself. I just thought, let him follow his heart. If he succeeds, it’s his skill. If he fails, he can return ho honestly to follow father’s path."
Song Zhicheng was stunned.
Song Lingjie glanced at the door and saw the maid of his grandmother guarding it. He lowered his voice, saying, "I’ve also discussed with the Crown Prince, given His Highness’s age, he also needs to plan his retinue. If my brother makes a na for himself, His Highness won’t miss him. In the Northwest, Liu the Grand Marshal had life-and-death camaraderie with forr General Gongsun. If my brother goes there, and with His Highness’s notice, he truly gains military rit, Liu the Grand Marshal wouldn’t overlook his achievents, saving him from hollow efforts."
Everyone pondered deeply. Speaking of which, it’s not uncommon for superiors to disregard or take credit for subordinates’ achievents, leaving one with fruitless toil, but having connections changes the scenario.
Song Ci thought to himself wow, this child’s thoughts run deep, what has he been consuming?
Song Zhicheng snorted, "This is child’s play; you can’t speculate on royal intent. The Crown Prince hasn’t been established yet, and you’re pulling your brother onto your boat, rushing towards His Highness. But if, by any chance..."
If the ship sinks?
Song Lingjie smiled lightly, "Father, my brother is young, just enlisted, even if he were to advance quickly, achieving Chiliarch rank in three to five years would already be his skill, not ntioning small General. And His Highness, he too needs ti; once the appropriate opportunity arises, then it can be seen who is on the sa boat."
Song Zhicheng was choked, staring at him for a while, saying, "Don’t try to reason with , tomorrow you’re going to see your uncle with ; if I can’t control you, can’t your uncle control?"
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