West Mountain Province, West Sea Port.
Heavy snow fluttered all over the sky. The port was noisy. On the shore of the port, a group of people riding on war horses were watching the work of the icebreakers in the shallow waters from afar. The group of people were wearing the high-ranking military ranks of the empire. They were clustered around a beautiful girl. She was Sikong Ming's granddaughter, Si Kongyao.
"Cough cough …"
Liu Buyi coughed violently. The weather suddenly turned cold. He started to cough and his voice became slightly hoarse. "The seawater in the shallow waters has already started to freeze. If this snow continues, I'm afraid the entire West Sea will be frozen into a huge ice cube. Yao, we need to make early preparations!"
"I know."
Si Kongyao's eyes were as clear as water. She said, "Brother Yu has already sent a letter to urge me to immediately lead the Bai Ze Mercenaries back to the Shattered Cauldron Realm."
"Oh? Lin General has already issued the order? "
"Yes, but I have to wait for the last batch of supplies to be sent away. These three hundred merchant ships are filled with cotton-padded clothes and coal. They are extremely important military supplies. If they can be sent to the Shattered Cauldron Realm, it will be enough for three hundred thousand soldiers to have a warm winter."
"Oh …" Liu Buyi's eyes flickered with hesitation. He said, "Yao, actually, I'm very worried that Emperor Shang will immediately send troops to attack us. I heard … the Tianji Sect's headquarters in Tianji City has already been heavily surrounded by Emperor Shang's army. Your grandfather, Sikong Ming, he …"
Si Kongyao smiled faintly. "Don't worry about grandfather. He has already informed me. Three days later, grandfather will use the last of his divine power to return to the Sky Beyond Heaven. He will also help me delay Yangshang for another three days. In this way, we will be able to send away all these supplies."
"Yes, that's good … But we only have one thousand warships. It's impossible to transport three hundred thousand soldiers, countless warhorses, and weapons. What should we do?"
"Your brain is really not working well." Si Kongyao glared at him and said, "Older Brother Yu had already considered this point in Yu Yu's letter. He told me that if I am unable to transport all the troops to Broken Cauldron Jie, the remaining soldiers should immediately take off their military uniforms and weapons, change into commoner's clothes and blend in with the commoners. When the Qin Empire's troops arrive, then summon them again."
"Lin General is indeed farsighted …"
Liu Buyi grinned and said, "Then I'll pass down the order. We'll start gathering in three days."
"Yes. Also, inform the Fire Element City to let the Demon Monarch Nüshi lead the Demon Race back to the Forest of No Return. Once we leave, Yangshang and Dora's group will definitely not let the Demon Race off. Furthermore, it is snowing heavily now, and there is no way to prevent fire in the forest. No one can do anything to the Demon Race."
"Yes, I got it."
Liu Buyi reached into his bosom and took out a purple insignia. He kissed it and smiled warmly. "Although I already knew that I'm a soldier of the Qin Empire, I'm really looking forward to going to the place that I've never been to for a long time …"
Si Kongyao couldn't help but smile. "Isn't it great to know who you're fighting for?"
"Yes, we're like children abandoned in the Celestial Pole Continent. We're only fighting for our beliefs. How I wish to return to the embrace of the Qin Empire and see the people's respectful gazes, the Empress's praise for us, and Lin General's affirmation of our Bai Ze Corps. If that's the case, even if I die in battle, it's worth it …"
"Hehehe …" Si Kongyao just laughed lightly.
"Why are you laughing?" Liu Buyi asked.
Si Kongyao looked at the sea through the curtain of snow and said, "Buyi, you're becoming more and more like a soldier. Your hooligan habits are almost gone."
"It's Lin General. He … changed me."
"Yes, Big Brother Yu is such a person. He can easily use his charm to influence and change others. I think there must be many people in the Qin Empire who are following him because of this, right?"
"Yes, there must be many. They're all our brothers."
Si Kongyao's mouth twitched. She raised her hand and tightened the belt of her leather robe. Her face was slightly pale. She said, "It's so cold. The speed at which the divine power is depleting is far faster than we expected. Let's go back to the port. You must immediately issue the military order. We'll start gathering tomorrow and break the ice of the port. The first batch of troops must leave tomorrow."
"Yes, I understand. Please rest assured, Your Highness."
…
In Lanyan City, the entire Ze Tian Palace Hall was almost completely covered in snow. On the roof, the imperial guards were sweeping the snow on the bricks and tiles. Groups of attendants were pushing carts to transport the snow out of the palace. No matter what, they couldn't let the palace where the empress lived be submerged by the heavy snow. This was also an order from Feng Jixing.
In the rear palace hall, a burst of warmth rose. The banquet was simple but not simple. In the center was a pot of lamb that was being cooked. Surrounding it were 12 imperial dishes. The chefs of Ze Tian Palace Hall had changed batch after batch, but only the imperial chefs who cooked these dishes were still around. From the era of Qin Jin to the era of the empress, they had always been loyal to Ze Tian Palace Hall.
There weren't many people attending the banquet, but everyone was one of them.
In addition to Lin Muyu, Qin Yin, and Tang Xiaoxi, there were also Feng Jixing, Chu Yao, and Su Yu. A total of six people sat around a big table, giving off the feeling of a happy and harmonious family. In fact, Feng Jixing and Lin Muyu were as close as brothers. Chu Yao was Lin Muyu's older sister, and Su Yu was Qin Yin's younger aunt. Originally, they could be considered as a big family.
The chief female official, Shangguan Jingyue, stood respectfully at the side and said, "All the dishes have been served. Do you have any other instructions, Your Highness?"
"Nothing."
Qin Yin smiled gently and said, "Jingyue, go and have your meal. You don't have to accompany me here. I have already ordered the imperial chefs to make your favorite codfish soup."
"Oh, really? In that case, Jingyue thanks Your Highness. In that case … shall I take my leave? "
"Go ahead, go ahead." Qin Yin waved her hand and said to the group of palace maids, "All of you may leave as well. You don't have to accompany me here. Our family wants to have a good meal."
The palace maids knelt down and said, "We shall take our leave."
After the palace maids left, they were replaced by more than a dozen imperial guards with high cultivation levels. From the inside, one could faintly see the reflection of their lofty figures in the window.
…
"The temperature of the Yin Flower Brew is just right. Enjoy it."
Qin Yin stood up, picked up the wine pot, and poured wine for Lin Muyu, Su Yu, and Feng Jixing. It was rare for the empress to personally pour wine. Feng Jixing was a little uneasy and said, "Your Highness, this … this is absolutely unacceptable. After all, there is a difference in status, and I can't …"
"General Feng, don't say that. There are no outsiders here."
As Qin Yin poured wine, she smiled and said, "You are Yu's big brother, and Yu is Xiao Yin's husband. You are originally a family, and it is within Xiao Yin's duty to pour wine for you."
"But …" Feng Jixing still couldn't accept it.
Tang Xiaoxi smiled and said, "General Feng, when you are free, you should really go to Mu's hometown. Over there … everyone is considered equal, and there are no restrictions between officials and commoners. Of course, that is how it seems."
"Can everyone really be equal?" Feng Jixing was stunned.
Lin Muyu couldn't help but smile and said, "Actually, it isn't really equal, but equality is the ideal life that everyone pursues. Alright, alright, Brother Feng, we are all gods, and there is no need to be so restrained. Xiao Yin is destined to leave Shattered Tripod Realm in the future. Do you still expect her to bear the weight of the Shattered Tripod Realm's crown for the rest of her life?"
"That's not it …" Feng Jixing was a little embarrassed. Then, he raised his eyebrows and said, "Actually, don't I want to go to Yu's hometown to take a look? I have long heard from him that there are many hot girls there, and they are very suitable for a handsome man like me … Look at me, I am in my thirties or forties, unmarried … I don't even have a bed warmer every day. I want to hire a few girls to warm my bed for a fee, and I am also restricted by the empire's military law. It is really hard for me … "
Qin Yin returned to Lin Muyu's side and sat down. She giggled and said, "You are really not serious. If you, General Feng, were to seriously date girls, I don't believe that none of the girls in Lanyan City would like you."
"Forget it, the girls in Lanyan City are not suitable for me," Feng Jixing said with a frown.
"Why?"
"Your Highness, most of them know me and have seen me before. They know that my family is rich. I have been the commander of the Imperial Guards for so many years, and I have earned quite a lot. I guess they are interested in me because of my money."
"Then how much have you earned in private?" Qin Yin asked with a smile.
Feng Jixing was stunned, "Damn, I spilled the beans. Your Highness Yin, you are actually trying to get information out of me, haiz … It is all a scheme, what sister-in-law …"
Qin Yin burst into laughter again. "What are you talking about? I didn't say that I'm going to hold you accountable. Besides, you're in charge of the entire Empire's gold mines, magic crystal mines, and so on. It's not easy for you to be greedy. If you're really that greedy, I'm afraid you don't need to stay in the imperial army camp anymore."
"I just like living in the camp, it isn't that noisy." Feng Jixing grinned and explained.
At the side, Lin Muyu was really clear about what kind of person Feng Jixing was. Since the 30 thousand soldiers in Fire Badger Valley were killed, this guilt was something he couldn't forget. Feng Jixing wanted to protect the Imperial Guards Army and protect everyone in the army. The aura of a soldier was imprinted in his bones and couldn't be washed away. This was why he would rather live in the camp than buy a mansion and live a luxurious life with a bunch of wives and concubines.
"Let's not talk so much, it isn't easy for a family to be together. Let's toast." Lin Muyu raised her cup and helped Feng Jixing get out of the awkward atmosphere.
"Okay, cheers!"
He drank it all in one gulp and his throat was filled with the fragrance of the flowers. The wine was really mellow and soft, it was a taste that the white wine on earth didn't have.
Su Yu placed down her cup and smiled, "Xiao Yin, Xiao Xi, what did you two get from Earth? Is father-in-law satisfied with your two beautiful daughters-in-law? "
"He is satisfied, he is satisfied." Tang Xiaoxi smiled.
Qin Yin said, "Aunt Luan, I will let you see Xiao Xi and my treasures. We found many really nice clothes on Earth, en … You are Aunt Luan, so I will allow you to choose one from my collection. Consider it a gift from Xiao Yin!"
"Oh, is that so?"
"Right, Sister Chu Yao too, I will give you one."
"I have one too?" Chu Yao smiled, "Okay okay okay, Yu that heartless kid doesn't even remember me. It is rare that Xiao Yin is so thoughtful."
Lin Muyu pursed her lips. "If there's a chance in the future, sister Chu Yao, you should come with me to Earth. I'll buy you a store, oh no … I'll buy ten for you to manage."
"Is that so? Then it is a deal! "
"It is a deal!"
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