Luohanxiang was a very strange herb. It was said to be connected to Buddha, but there were very few people in the Shattered Cauldron Realm who believed in Buddha, and they did not believe in the Buddha of Earth, but another Buddha that Lin Muyu was unfamiliar with. However, overall, they still believed in the type of people who 'lay down the butcher's knife and become a Buddha'.
"I've seen Luohanxiang in the Dragon Seeking Forest. It's about two days' journey from here." Qu Chu nodded and said, "So, I'll go find Luohanxiang. Lei Hong, you stay in Ze Tian Hall for a few days and protect His Majesty and Her Highness. How about that?"
Lei Hong nodded and said, "Alright, then what about the Jin Pingmei?"
"There's no need to look for the Jin Pingmei." Qu Chu smiled and said, "I've seen this herb before."
"Oh, where?"
"Cangnan Province, Governor Hu Tiening's courtyard has a few Jin Pingmei trees. It's winter now and the plum blossoms are in full bloom. It's the best time to collect the Jin Pingmei." Qu Chu thought for a moment and said, "We'll send someone to Cangnan Province's Five Valleys City to find Hu Tiening."
"Who should go?" Lei Hong asked.
Tang Xiaoxi volunteered and said, "Let me go?"
"No!" Qu Chu refused resolutely and said, "Firstly, Princess Xi, you haven't stepped into the Heaven Realm and your strength is insufficient. Secondly, the distance between the Imperial Capital and Cangnan Province is long. There are bandits, mercenaries, and people from the House of Chivalry. If there's any mishap, our entire plan will be in vain."
As he spoke, Qu Chu looked at Lin Muyu and said, "Yu, you already have the strength of a Heavenly King, and you're also one of the newly conferred Four Heroes of Lanyan. You also have a Dragon Talisman. How about this, you'll replace Princess Xi and go to Cangnan Province to get the Jin Pingmei. You only need to cut a branch and refine the medicinal essence."
Lin Muyu said respectfully, "Alright, I'll go."
Qin Yin blinked her eyes, wanting to say something but hesitating.
Lei Hong frowned and said, "When Yu committed a crime in Silver Fir City, Hu Tiening once sent several thousand elites of the Flying Mount Camp to pursue and kill him. Although they failed, Hu Tiening's hatred for Yu is clear. Moreover, Hu Tiening is Yu's uncle. I suspect that it will be very inconvenient for Yu to travel to Cangnan. At the very least, a single Gilded Dragon Talisman is far from enough."
"What else do you want?" Lin Muyu asked.
"Let's ask His Majesty for an imperial edict. Since it's from His Majesty, I believe it won't be a problem to ask for this plum blossom."
"Alright!"
Qu Chu walked over and patted Lin Muyu's shoulder, saying, "Yu, you must be careful along the way. Pick another hundred imperial guards from the Eagle Nest Camp to accompany you. Helping Princess Xi to make a breakthrough is also one of the missions of the Eagle Nest Camp. As a commander, you can't go to Cangnan Province alone."
Lin Muyu squinted her eyes and said with a smile, "Could it be that Hu Tiening really dares to kill me?"
"It's best to be careful."
Qu Chu slowly put down the scroll in his hand and said with a smile, "Hu Tiening has been the Governor of Cangnan Province for many years and can be said to be a feudal lord. Although he comes to the imperial capital to have an audience with His Majesty every year, as the highest governor and military commander of a province, his arrogance is growing day by day. We must guard against him."
"Alright, I know. I will be careful."
"Alright, prepare Yu Yu's letter. If there are any mishaps, immediately send a letter to report to us."
"Yes!"
… …
The next morning, after a short rest, Lin Muyu set off from the Eagle Nest Camp with the Emperor's imperial edict in hand. Wei Chou, Xiahou Sang and the other capable subordinates were all brought along. In total, she brought 20 imperial guards and 80 elite imperial guards, all of them were cavalry. Outside the north gate of Yan Lan City, the royal flag was swaying in the distance. The royal flag was embroidered with a large "Qin" character. Qin Yin and Tang Xiaoxi were there, waiting to send Lin Muyu off.
Urging her horse forward, Lin Muyu dismounted and cupped her fists respectfully, "Xiao Yin, Xiao Xi, there is actually no need to send me off with such great fanfare. This will instead let others know …"
The cold wind caused Qin Yin's princess cloak to flutter. She walked forward and said with a smile, "Originally Xiao Xi also said the same thing, but I feel that it is better to let more people know that you are going to Cangnan Province so that Hu Tiening will treat you with more respect."
"En, there is also a bit of truth." Lin Muyu nodded in agreement.
"Oh right, Older Brother Yu, I still have a little gift to give you."
"Oh, what?" Lin Muyu asked in surprise.
Qin Yin smiled with dimples and signaled the maid behind her, "Bring it over."
"Yes, Your Highness!"
A maid came forward, holding a roll of white blanket embroidered with gold in her hand. It looked very expensive. Qin Yin reached out and held the blanket in front of her chest. Her pair of beautiful eyes looked at Lin Muyu without concealing her reluctance to part. She smiled slightly and said, "Well, this is the snow fox blanket. The golden flowers on the edge were personally embroidered by me … Older Brother Yu, your trip to Cangnan Province will take at least three to five days. The wind is cold at night. You should cover yourself with the blanket, otherwise it will be bad if you catch a cold."
Lin Muyu couldn't help laughing and said, "Xiao Yin is so careful …"
"Hmph, what do you think?" Qin Yin showed a trace of a little girl's look, pouted and said, "You also have to take proper care of your body. Although your physique may be stronger than ordinary people, it is still flesh and blood after all. If you don't take good care of yourself, if you get sick when you come back, won't you still have to trouble me and Xiao Xi to take care of you?"
"That won't happen." Lin Muyu's heart warmed. She hugged the blanket and said with a smile, "Xiao Yin and Xiao Xi don't worry, I can take care of myself. You see how old I am. You two are only twenty and I am twenty-four. I am so much older than you two. If I can't take care of myself, then wouldn't I have lived these four years in vain?"
Qin Yin burst into laughter, "Hmph, no matter what you say, you are right!"
At this time, Tang Xiaoxi also came forward and said, "Mu, don't just say goodbye to Xiao Yin. I also have something here for you!"
"Oh, what is it?"
"Come, bring it here."
"Yes!"
Several guards of the Duke's Mansion came forward, each of them holding something wrapped in white cloth. A faint fragrance filled their nostrils. Tang Xiaoxi opened one of the packages and said with a smile, "Here, fragrant Beef Loathe, good quality Snow Rabbit Leg, and some fruits to help with digestion. You will need them for your journey."
Lin Muyu didn't know what to say anymore. The two girls were really thoughtful, and he was already in tears of gratitude. He immediately wrapped the blanket around the warhorse and handed the meat to Wei Chou and Xiahou Sang. He smiled and said, "Thank you, Xiao Xi. You are just as thoughtful as Xiao Yin."
Tang Xiaoxi smiled faintly, "In any case, you should come back early. Just take the official road. You are the Royal Guard, and there are so many of you. Those mercenaries and bandits won't dare to do anything to you."
"Mm, got it. Then I will set off!"
Lin Muyu flipped over and turned the horse around to face the two beauties. His expression became solemn, and he suddenly raised his right hand in front of his chest. He lowered his head slightly and performed a standard Empire military salute.
His salute was not abrupt, but there was a kind of calmness and steadiness that came after being baptized by wind and frost. Moreover, he was dressed in the Holy Cathedral's uniform, which made him look even more heroic. In an instant, Qin Yin and Tang Xiaoxi's hearts were in a mess. Qin Yin looked up at him and said, "Come back early."
"Mm, let's go."
Lin Muyu turned the horse around again and shouted, "Let's go!"
The warhorses neighed and the sound of hooves gradually became louder. In the blink of an eye, the group had already left Lanyan City.
When Lin Muyu and the others disappeared into the horizon, Qin Yin suddenly let out a faint sigh for no reason. She felt a sense of loss in her heart. She reached out to hold the Ziyin sword and felt the fiery Holy Power coming from the sword. She could not help but feel a warmth in her heart. She smiled and said, "Xiao Xi, let's return to Ze Tian Palace?"
"Mm."
Tang Xiaoxi looked into the distance and pursed her red lips. She flipped over and mounted the horse, following Qin Yin.
…
They galloped along the official road. After dusk, there were fewer and fewer people on the official road. Wei Chou asked as he galloped, "My Lady, there is a posthouse ten miles ahead. Should we rest there tonight?"
"No need."
Lin Muyu held the reins tightly and said, "Continue on our way. We will set up camp and rest at nine o 'clock."
"Yes!"
Time passed slowly. The sky was already filled with stars. Not long after, it would be nine o 'clock. However, they were in the middle of nowhere. Lin Muyu raised her hand and said, "We will set up camp next to the forest and rest until sunrise tomorrow. We will set off immediately."
"Yes, my Lady!"
The group dismounted one after another. The soldiers of the Spiritual Medicine Department began to cook. Lin Muyu tied up the warhorse and fed it some fodder. She then carried the Dragon Spirit Sword and patrolled around the area to check the terrain. However, it was quite barren here. There were no traces of beasts, let alone humans. This night was destined to be very peaceful.
Well, peace was better than anything else.
After eating, Lin Muyu leaned against a corner of the tent to rest. She was covered with the snow fox blanket that Qin Yin had given her. She immediately felt a faint warmth in her heart. Qin Yin and Tang Xiaoxi were both attentive girls. Moreover, they were so good to her. What should she do? Although Lin Muyu was not very sensitive to feelings, she was not stupid. She had to make a choice.
On the side, Xiahou Sang was sleeping soundly, snoring like thunder.
After some time, Wei Chou suddenly opened the curtain and walked in. His expression was solemn. He pushed Lin Muyu's shoulder and said, "My Lady, wake up."
"Hmm? Is it morning? "Lin Muyu asked.
"No." Wei Qiu lowered his voice and said: "Our people found traces of a group of people five miles away. There are around 200 people and they are heading straight towards our direction. They will arrive within the time it takes for an incense stick to burn."
"Oh, did you see who they are?" Lin Muyu sat up.
"People from the House of Chivalry."
"Oh?"
Lin Muyu frowned and said, "People from the House of Chivalry want to attack the Imperial Army again. Have they eaten a bear's heart or a leopard's heart?"
Wei Chou smiled faintly and said, "After His Majesty ordered the annihilation of the House of Chivalry in the North Ridge Province, these people from the House of Chivalry have become more and more rampant. They are even shouting rebellious slogans."
"What slogans?"
"I dare not say …"
"Speak!"
"They say … His Majesty is a tyrant and a fatuous ruler. The Imperial Army is just a group of loyal dogs that should not exist in this world."
"Is that so …"
Lin Muyu narrowed her eyes. Naturally, she knew what the House of Chivalry was like. However, since they were so arrogant, there must be someone behind them. Moreover, this person was definitely a schemer. Sometimes, an opponent like Zhen Yifan was not scary. Instead, it was an opponent who hid behind the scenes and plotted against them that was the scariest!
"My Lady, what should we do?" Wei Chou asked.
Lin Muyu raised her sword and said, "Don't make a sound. Wake everyone up and maintain the bonfire outside the tent. Everyone is to hide in the forest on the east side. When the people from the House of Chivalry come, we will kill them all."
"Yes!" Wei Chou's eyes were filled with excitement.
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