"Old Marshal, be careful of Han Sanhe's trick!" Fu Baoguo was shocked.
"Don't worry." Qiu Jianhan was assured.
With Bai Yixue and Fang Mofei protecting him at close range, there were not many people in this world who could kill him with a single blow.
Not to mention a few half-grown kids?
Based on the current situation, the teenagers had indeed shown mercy and there was no sign of them lying.
What kind of person was Old Marshal Qiu? Naturally, he would not take things for granted like the veterans. The so-called flaw in their hearts would not be a flaw at all. A true spy would wish that they could conceal themselves to the point that there was nothing special about them. Why would they come in a group of teenagers, bringing along a dozen fine horses and calling out their target's name directly? It was even more bizarre and illogical!
"This old man is the Qiu Jianhan you're looking for." Old Marshal Qiu looked at the children with a smile. "Who asked you to look for me? Where's the letter? "
It was still the leader of the teenagers who asked suspiciously, "You say that you're Qiu Jianhan, but what proof do you have? You're the boss of these bad guys, we don't believe you! "
This sentence was a stroke of genius.
Qiu Jianhan was stunned.
Yes, I say that I'm Qiu Jianhan, but what proof do I have?
Fu Baoguo could not help chuckling as he strode out and said, "I'm the Fu Baoguo you're looking for. Do you need proof too? "
The children in front of him said blankly, "Of course, proof. What right do you have to say that you're Fu Baoguo? We've just said that we're looking for the both of you and the both of you have come out. How can there be such a coincidence in this world? Do you think we're fools? "
Fu Baoguo was speechless.
Qiu Jianhan said, amused, "This old man has roamed the world for so many years and no one has ever asked for proof of identity when they see me. This is an eye-opener for this old man today …"
At this moment, the soldiers beside them bowed respectfully. "Greetings, Old Marshal Qiu, greetings, Marshal Fu!"
The teenagers were shocked, their heads spinning as if they were dreaming. "You – you … this – this … Qiu Jianhan is actually a marshal? Fu Baoguo is also a marshal? Is that Miss Shangguan also a Grand Marshal? I, I … "
The twelve youngsters were thrown into confusion in the wind. They were completely dumbfounded!
A few of them paled. They still did not know who Qiu Jianhan and Fu Baoguo were, but they knew that the marshal was a high-ranking official. At least, this official was the highest in the eastern Fortress of Resilience.
"Alright, alright. This old man is getting more and more interested in knowing who your teacher is. Now that it has been proven, can the letter be taken out? "Qiu Jianhan guffawed.
He had not seen Qiu Jianhan like this for the past few days. These children were a rare source of joy. Fu Baoguo, who was also doubted, was amused as well.
"Ah, the letter … the letter is here …" The teenager was flustered. He untied his cotton-padded jacket and put his hand into his underwear. After fumbling for a long time, he finally took out a small bag that was tightly wrapped in animal skin.
He opened them layer by layer, and there was a letter inside.
One of Qiu Jianhan's janissaries took a step forward and took the letter, turning to pass it to Qiu Jianhan respectfully.
Qiu Jianhan took the letter and opened it absentmindedly as he asked, "Who is your teacher? What is his surname? Why is it so weird? "
The teenager answered respectfully, "Teacher said that his surname is Yun …"
Qiu Jianhan's hand that was opening the letter froze. A sharp glint shot out of his eyes. "Where is your teacher now?"
As he blurted out this question, an uneasy feeling suddenly surged in his heart.
Then, he stuffed the letter into his robe and said urgently, "Everyone here, follow this marshal to the marshal's tent and bring these children here! Martial law is to be enforced in the entire city! No one is to act recklessly. Those who act recklessly will be dealt with according to military law! "
Then, he took the lead and strode away.
Fu Baoguo shuddered as well, catching up quickly. His expression was unprecedentedly stern; there was no trace of a smile on his face.
The few children were escorted by a group of military officers and generals as they came to the marshal's tent in fear and confusion.
Qiu Jianhan finished reading the letter in unusual detail. His eyes glowed as he looked at the children in front of him. "Other than this letter, did your teacher say anything else?"
The letter that Old Marshal Qiu had placed so much emphasis on did not reveal any information at all. It probably only asked Qiu Jianhan and Fu Baoguo to take care of these children; there was no information that Old Marshal Qiu was really concerned about.
"Teacher said that … he said that he will arrive in half a month at the latest."
The children spoke with a tinge of fear.
Looking at the heavily guarded marshal's tent and the high-ranking generals that came and went, how could they not know that the person that their teacher had asked them to look for was actually such an important figure?
It was already a testament to their mental fortitude that they could still speak in one sentence at a time like this.
Half a month at the most!
Qiu Jianhan and Fu Baoguo's eyes glistened when they heard the words, their hearts filled with ecstasy.
The way they looked at the children was like they were looking at peerless treasures.
"Your teacher … how is he now?" Qiu Jianhan asked after some thought.
"He's not doing well. Many of the bones in his body are broken … When we left home, teacher still couldn't stand up. I've never seen anyone with such heavy injuries in my entire life. "The leader of the group hesitated for a moment before muttering.
Qiu Jianhan's expression turned grim at once.
Many of his bones were broken and he could not stand up.
Even a high-level cultivator would find it difficult to recover from such injuries. How could he arrive within half a month?
Still, there was news.
No news was good news, but it was even better to have news of his survival!
"What does your teacher look like?" Fu Baoguo pondered for a moment and finally asked a question that Qiu Jianhan had been wanting to ask but dared not ask.
The youth was deep in thought, scratching his head so hard that his dandruff fell like snowflakes. After a moment of hesitation, he said, "It's really hard to say … Teacher shouldn't be that old, but because his injuries are too severe, we can't see his true appearance … Anyway, he's covered in scars … Injuries aside, he's still very impressive!"
Fu Baoguo was speechless.
He might as well not have said it.
Should he not have asked just now? Perhaps, this was the main reason why the old marshal did not ask this question?
"Wang Dingguo!" Fu Baoguo hollered, "I'll leave these children to you! Take good care of them, try not to lose any of them. "
Wang Dingguo agreed, "Let's go."
The children said hurriedly, "We don't want to be watched! We're here to fight Han Sanhe, to protect the country. What's the big deal about being watched? We've inherited our teacher's teachings, we want to go to the battlefield and earn merit to go home … "
Fu Baoguo laughed. "When did I say that you're not allowed to go to the battlefield? As long as you follow Wang Dingguo, you won't have to worry about not having merit to earn! However, the most important thing on the battlefield is military law. The first thing you have to learn is to obey! You may leave. "
The few of them obediently went down the stairs.
Watching the children leave, Fu Baoguo turned to look at Qiu Jianhan and said tentatively, "Old sir, do you … think …"
Qiu Jianhan frowned as well. "This old man can't be sure either, I dare not say anything …"
He looked at Fu Baoguo meaningfully and said, "But there's one thing I'm sure of … the other party is definitely one of us."
Fu Baoguo was overjoyed. "Then is it Lord Supreme Cloud?"
He could tell that the old marshal was unwilling to delve into this topic, but Fu Baoguo was excited and could not help wanting to get to the bottom of it.
Qiu Jianhan sighed and said, "That person only said that his surname is Yun, but someone with the surname Yun … might not be Supreme Cloud."
Fu Baoguo was stunned. "Since he said that his surname is Yun, who else could it be if not Supreme Cloud?"
Qiu Jianhan glared at him. "There are plenty of ace cultivators with the surname Yun in their names. Other than Supreme Cloud, there's also the Marquis of Heavenly Clouds, the Seven Steps Killer Sword, Yun Xiaoyao, who hasn't shown himself for a long time. Even Yun Xiaoyao's son, Yun Yang, is an ace cultivator with an amazing cultivation method that stands out among Yutang's younger generation. Other than the two of them, only Supreme Cloud is left! Supreme Cloud has always used the identity of Supreme Wind as a cover, so if his surname is really Yun, Supreme Cloud is definitely not the first choice! "
"This Teacher Yun is one of the three of them, there's no doubt about it. As for who it is, we'll only know after we come. "
Fu Baoguo could barely contain his excitement as he said, "Yes, yes. No matter who comes, it's a good thing. It's just that … forget about Young Master Yun Yang, he wouldn't be of much use even if he came. "
Qiu Jianhan looked at Fu Baoguo meaningfully and said slowly, "That might not be the case … If Young Master Yun were to come, he might not be any less useful than Marquis Yun. He might even be able to produce a stunning effect. Do you think this old man was just saying that he would stand out among Yutang's younger generation?"
Fu Baoguo asked, "Could it be that the child is a cultivation genius and is already stronger than his ancestors?"
Qiu Jianhan suddenly grew impatient and said, "Why are you asking so many questions? If a bastard like you can be stronger than your ancestors, why can't others? Why aren't you going out to watch your troops? Are you always lazing around here? Is this how you're supposed to be a marshal? Scram, scram! Scram, scram quickly! "
With spittle all over his face, Fu Baoguo walked out in a daze as he wiped it off. He could not understand why the conversation had been so harmonious, how had it suddenly turned into a barrage of bullsh * t?
Could it be that Young Master Yun was really capable? Or perhaps he was the one with the surname Yun that Old Marshal Qiu was more inclined towards? Hmm, it was highly possible. After all, the teenagers had said that although their Teacher Yun's face could not be seen clearly, he was not old. The Marquis of Heavenly Clouds, Yun Xiaoyao, could not be said to be young. Supreme Cloud's cultivation base was unfathomable, so he should be a little older as well. It seemed that only Young Master Yun could be considered young. If that was the case, the hopes that Old Marshal Qiu and Old Marshal Qiu had pinned on him would be dashed!
Marquis of Heavenly Clouds' young marquis, Yun Yang, was shockingly talented, but he could not be compared to Supreme Cloud!
How could a mere Yun Yang compare to the Nine Supremes' think-tank, Supreme Cloud?
They were worlds apart; they could not be mentioned in the same breath!
Fu Baoguo felt that he seemed to have found the reason for Old Marshal Qiu's sudden change of attitude.
In the marshal's tent.
Qiu Jianhan, who was left alone, looked anxious and doubtful. He paced back and forth, mumbling to himself, "Is it you? Is it you? "
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