Chapter 84

While Jin Deman and Jin Shengman, the Silla sisters, were discussing Luo Shixin, Luo Shixin was also discussing them.

"In Goguryeo, it's hard to speak our Chinese language so fluently without years of study. Even if they are not from the royal family, they must be from one of the few prominent families in Goguryeo," Qi Hua, who had spent many years in Goguryeo and Silla, had the authority to make such a statement.

Chinese is a language that the upper class in the Asian continent must learn, but they only use it on the most solemn occasions. In daily conversations, they still use their native language.

Language proficiency relies on practice, not just talent. If one uses it infrequently and speaks little, it's impossible to speak fluently and melodiously.

In Goguryeo, only the royal family and the children of prominent families have the opportunity to use Chinese frequently.

"From the blue-robed woman's speech and behavior, one can see that apart from the unique accent, she is no different from the noble ladies in our Central Plains. Even in our Central Plains, a noble lady must undergo years of cultivation and practice. How much more so in this remote place? This person is not simple. If we can find out their identities, it might be beneficial to our plans." Luo Shixin even thought that if the two women were the king of Goguryeo's consorts, it might not be necessary to use force, thus avoiding unnecessary losses.

Facing their discussion, Pei Qingyi was uninterested and silent, her expression filled with disgust for the two women. Especially the restless Pei Qingyi, her wandering eyes made her feel uncomfortable, and she had the urge to gouge out those eyes.

Luo Shixin and Qi Hua discussed back and forth but came to no conclusion. Glancing at Pei Qingyi, he saw that this Pei lady was unhappy, standing casually but with a posture like a sword, always ready to draw it.

Those who excel in a particular field often bring it into their daily life.

Like a painter who, upon seeing any scene, can't help but think if it can be painted, or a musician who always has a mental image of a zither, playing heavenly music.

As a martial enthusiast, Luo Shixin would unconsciously judge the weaknesses and flaws of anyone he met.

Therefore, when he first met Pei Qingyi, he felt she was a sword, a sword with its sharpness exposed, where the sharp blade concealed her flaws, and every movement was ready to draw the sword against an enemy, a true swordsman.

There are many people who integrate the sword into their daily life, but few are as sharp and exposed as Pei Qingyi.

The sword-wielding man with the two impostors unexpectedly gave him the same feeling.

"Qingyi, don't you think that sword-wielding man is very similar to you!"

Pei Qingyi paused, hesitated for a moment, and said, "If you feel it too, that's good. You are all wrong. Those two should be from Silla, and the sword-wielding man should be the highly talented young man my master met in Silla when he went abroad."

She was initially just suspicious, but since even Luo Shixin had the same feeling, it was no longer a suspicion.

"My master mentioned him in his letter, expressing regret. He said the young man was a natural swordsman, and if he had received good guidance from a young age, his future would be limitless. Unfortunately, a mediocre teacher ruined the jade, wasting the most precious growth period. My master, unable to bear the jade becoming a waste, stayed for ten days and taught him twenty-one fast sword techniques and the secrets of swordsmanship. The sword-wielding man's stance is the standing sword posture, which can conceal one's weaknesses and flaws, allowing him to draw the sword at any time. However, his practice is somewhat unrefined, and he hasn't mastered the essence, so I couldn't confirm it. His name seems to be Jin Xun, but I can't remember clearly."

"Jin Xun!" Qi Hua exclaimed, "The first swordsman of Silla, Hwarang leader Jin Xun."

"Yes, that's him!" Pei Qingyi, reminded by Qi Hua, immediately confirmed the name.

"Hwarang is a martial art used in battle in Silla, and the leader is called Hwarang. If it's him, then the identities of those two are not ordinary. Jin Xun is now a highly ranked general in Silla, equivalent to a general in our Tang Dynasty, with real power. There are very few people who can have him as a bodyguard!"

Luo Shixin said, "From what I know, the current king of Silla has no sons, and his eldest daughter is likely to become the first queen of Silla. Sun Zengyou also mentioned that the Silla princess once recruited them, indicating that she is very active in politics. So her coming to the capital city makes sense. As the next queen of Silla, having Jin Xun, the first swordsman of Silla, as her bodyguard is also reasonable."

At this point, two names appeared in his mind: Queen Seondeok and Queen Jindeok. In the vague historical records he remembered, during the Gaozong period, the Tang and Silla allied to conquer Goguryeo and Baekje, and the two queens were active at that time...

The blue-robed sister is Queen Seondeok, and the green-robed sister could be Queen Jindeok... Could it be that I was confessed to by a future queen?

Qi Hua worried, "They might also be here for Zuo Tiancheng. The situation is already severe, and adding them as a variable makes it even more difficult."

Luo Shixin said, "It's likely. Zuo Tiancheng, Li Yuncun, and the others are rare talents with thousands of elite soldiers. They are a significant temptation for a small country like Silla. Zuo Tiancheng's capture is a big opportunity for them. They don't want our plan to succeed, so they are our enemies, not friends."

"Then should we eliminate them?" Pei Qingyi suddenly became interested, her entire body exuding a killing aura.

Luo Shixin was embarrassed, "Jin Xun, after all, is somewhat your junior. He said, 'They can't be killed; their death would not benefit our Tang Dynasty.'"

"Hmph!" Pei Qingyi said coldly, "I see, you're just worried."

Luo Shixin rolled his eyes and didn't bother with the stubborn woman. The terrain in Goguryeo is treacherous, the environment harsh, making it easy to defend but hard to attack. Yang Guang's failure was understandable, as he wanted to achieve everything at once without gradual progress. But if there were allies, the situation would be different. Historically, Su Dinging of the Tang Dynasty could conquer Goguryeo, not only because of his talent but also because of the significant role played by the Silla ally.

In the long term, the existence of the two Silla queens who are friendly to the Tang Dynasty is stronger than their disappearance.

This logic, if explained, would not be believed by anyone.

"But their existence brings both danger and great benefits," Luo Shixin thought of their original plan, which involved using Silla's support to force Gao Hui to increase troops. If Silla really cooperated, the situation would be more under control.

Pausing, Luo Shixin continued, "Qingyi, I'll leave this group to you. Keep an eye on them and keep them under control. I trust your abilities."

Pei Qingyi, initially unwilling, perked up at the last sentence and nodded, "Leave it to me!"

Luo Shixin solemnly said, "In two days, Gao Hui will escort Zuo Tiancheng through the capital city. We plan to take the city in about five days. I entrust you with all the military affairs of the capital city. Success or failure hinges on this."

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