This time, Lin Muyu did nothing, because he could not save these barbarian girls with his ability, and he could only see hatred in their eyes. Lin Muyu knew that he was not the reincarnation of a living Buddha, so he did not bother to be a good person. Some things were better to let nature take its course.
… …
The Governor's Mansion was exceptionally luxurious, even more so than the Duke's Mansion where Tang Xiaoxi lived. On the doorpost of the Duke's Mansion in Five Valleys City, reliefs were carved with real gold. The images of rice, livestock, rice, and fish were vivid and lifelike, symbolizing that the city was famous for its animal husbandry, fishing, and planting, as well as its strong army and horses!
On the gilded steps, the provincial governor, Hu Tiening, dressed in military attire, walked down step by step with his hand on the hilt of his sword. He cupped his fists and smiled: "Welcome, Lord Lin Muyu, one of the Four Heroes of Lanyan, to Five Valleys City!"
Lin Muyu immediately made a military salute and said respectfully: "Lord Governor is too polite, I am flattered."
"Ha!"
Hu Tiening looked at Lin Muyu and smiled, "Heroes truly come from the young. Lord Lin Muyu was just a nameless junior when he left Silver Fir City, but now you've become an outstanding general personally appointed by His Majesty. A scholar who has been away for three days must be looked at in a new light. Hu Tiening has no choice but to admire you. Come, my lord, you must be exhausted. Follow me to the dining table!"
"Thank you!"
Lin Muyu cupped his fists, and the attendants led the horses away, while Wei Chou, Xiahou Sang, and the others followed with their weapons. Five Valleys City was only the center of a province, and could not be compared with Lanyan City. Moreover, Lin Muyu came with the Emperor's edict this time. No matter how strict the Governor's Mansion was, they dared not disarm Lin Muyu and the others.
In the hall, a grand luncheon was held to entertain the distinguished guests. Hu Tiening sat at the host's seat, while Lin Muyu sat at the second seat. Opposite Lin Muyu was a young general of about 30 years old. Judging from his aura, this person had stepped into the Heaven Realm, and was probably the strongest general in the entire Governor's Mansion.
"Come!"
Hu Tiening raised his cup and said with a smile: "Today the distinguished guests have come to Cangnan Province, everyone in Five Valleys City rejoiced. Drink with me to welcome Lord Lin Muyu!"
Everyone raised their cups and drank in one gulp.
Suddenly, a burning sensation slid down his throat. Lin Muyu sat there steadily, nodded and smiled: "Thank you for your hospitality, Lord Governor, I am very grateful!"
Hu Tiening laughed: "You don't have to be so polite. Come, come, let me introduce you, this is … General Long Qianlin, who was personally conferred the title of Eastern Suppression General by His Majesty two years ago. He is currently in charge of Cangnan Province, in charge of 120,000 soldiers in Cangnan Province. Moreover, General Long Qianlin has achieved success at a young age, and Lord Lin Muyu is also a young hero. We can learn from each other."
Long Qianlin cupped his fists and said respectfully: "Subordinate pays respect to Lord Lin Muyu!"
Lin Muyu also returned the salute: "You are too polite, Lord. It should be subordinate paying respect to you!"
In terms of military rank, Long Qianlin was a fourth-grade general, while Lin Muyu was only a sixth-grade general. They couldn't be compared at all. However, the main reason why Long Qianlin was so respectful should be because of Lin Muyu's identity. The Emperor's adopted son, one of the four heroes of Lanyan, was enough to match the status of a second-grade national general.
Hu Tiening put down his cup and said with a smile: "Lord Lin Muyu may not know, but General Long Qianlin has just made an unprecedented achievement last month. He led more than 10,000 heavy cavalry of the Flying Mount Battalion to intercept more than 20,000 troops of the winter barbarians at the foot of the Qinling Mountains. He forced the barbarians to hastily engage in battle with the tactic of setting fire to their main camp. He won a great victory, beheaded more than 10,000 people, and lost less than 1,000 of his own men. He can be called a famous contemporary general!"
Lin Muyu was stunned for a moment, then said with a smile: "So the battle to defeat the barbarians was commanded by Lord Long Qianlin? My apologies … my apologies … "
Long Qianlin couldn't help but be a little mischievous and said helplessly: "Actually, those barbarians don't know the art of war. They don't have any tactics or formations in battle, so I was able to defeat them with the heavy cavalry formation. I'm afraid that any general can do the same. I really don't deserve the title of 'famous general'. I only hope that I can reflect on myself every day and live up to the salary that the empire gives me."
Lin Muyu couldn't help but have a good impression of this Long Qianlin. It was reasonable to say that a young man who commanded 120,000 troops should be arrogant and supercilious, but this Long Qianlin was still so respectful, which was really rare. Lin Muyu said: "It seems that I really need to ask General Long for advice. I, Lin Muyu, am just a boorish man. I only have strength, but I know nothing about the art of war or the art of war."
"Lord is too modest."
Long Qianlin cupped his fists and said: "If Lord wants to ask for advice, I will definitely tell you everything I know!"
Lin Muyu smiled slightly: "Thank you!"
…
In fact, when it came to the art of war, Lin Muyu had been forced by his father to read Sun Tzu's Art of War and other military books since he was young, so it could be said that he was very familiar with them. The only thing he lacked was the tempering of using troops on the battlefield. Moreover, with his intelligence and wisdom, he would definitely be able to display his strong points.
After three rounds of wine, Lin Muyu, Wei Chou, and the others were slightly tipsy. Hu Tiening clapped his hands and said with a smile: "Bring on the dancers!"
Immediately, a group of young girls dressed in chiffon dresses slowly walked into the main hall and danced gracefully to the accompaniment of the musicians. They were overflowing with beauty, and these young girls were all carefully selected. In terms of appearance and beauty, they were all top-notch. For a moment, the group of guests in the governor's manor were already staring at them. Using the excuse of drunkenness, they once again began to drink with each other.
Lin Muyu remained sober, using the Spirit Pulse Technique to dispel the drunkenness from her mind time and time again.
After an unknown amount of time, Hu Tiening drunkenly stood up, his body swaying a little, and said with a smile: "Today is a joyous gathering, and these dancers are all maids trained by my manor. If there are any that you like, please feel free to bring them back to your room. If these maids are favored by you, then I will not have failed you."
For a moment, the deputy generals, generals, brigadier generals, and captains of the governor's manor all laughed drunkenly. Some even stood up and pointed at one of the dancers, shouting with a smile: "I want that one … the one with the biggest breasts …"
Hu Tiening held the table and said with a smile: "Don't be rude, let the honored guests choose first! Lord Lin Muyu, you are laozi's honored guest in the imperial capital. Come, among these dancers, which one do you think is the most beautiful? "
Lin Muyu stood up, cupped her fists and said with a smile: "Yellow, purple, and green, these three are the most beautiful."
Hu Tiening waved his hand: "Did you hear that? The three of you will serve Lord tonight."
"Don't …"
Lin Muyu cupped her fists again and said: "Lord Governor, Lin Muyu has a heavy responsibility this time, so I appreciate Lord Governor's intention. As for these dancers, I'm afraid I don't have the fortune to enjoy them."
Hu Tiening was stunned, and couldn't help but burst into laughter: "I heard that Princess Xi and Her Highness Yin have a very close relationship with Lord Governor. Looks like it's true, Lord Governor doesn't like these mediocre women!"
Lin Muyu smiled awkwardly, tacitly agreeing.
Hu Tiening continued: "Lord Imperial Guards, if there are any dancers you like, you don't have to be courteous, feel free to choose."
Wei Chou cupped his fists and said: "The martial arts manual that I cultivate forbids me from getting close to women. I appreciate Lord Governor's kindness!"
Xiahou Sang was already dead drunk, his eyes were drowsy, and his mouth was dry. He looked at Lin Muyu and asked: "Lord Governor, can this general … can this general … can this general …"
Lin Muyu smiled faintly. In any case, only she and Wei Chou knew about the customs clearance documents, and it didn't matter that Xiahou Sang knew very little. She nodded and said: "If there is anyone you like, bring them back."
"Thank you, Lord Governor!"
Xiahou Sang felt as if he had been granted amnesty, and immediately pointed at a group of dancers and said: "The ones in purple and yellow, come together!"
For a moment, Lin Muyu felt like dying. She held her forehead and thought to herself: Damn it, why do I have such a lecherous subordinate?
From afar, Long Qianlin looked at Lin Muyu's expression and also secretly smiled.
As a result, Xiahou Sang and the other two Imperial Guards took away a total of four dancers, while the remaining dozens of dancers were given to the high-ranking officers of the Governor's Office to serve them. Just like Lin Muyu, although Long Qianlin was the highest commander, he rejected Hu Tiening's good intentions.
… …
Lin Muyu, Wei Chou, Xiahou Sang and the others were arranged to stay in the Governor's Mansion's VIP room. And after Lin Muyu expressed the purpose of her visit, Hu Tiening very happily said that he would send a bouquet of Jin Ping plums to the VIP room tomorrow morning. This made Lin Muyu feel relieved. This trip to Cangnan Province could be considered smooth, and she did not fail her mission.
The only flaw was that the noise next door was too loud. Xiahou Sang was full of energy, making the two dancers feel like dying, so much so that their voices penetrated the wall and directly reached Lin Muyu's ears — —
"Ah, Lord Governor is so strong! This lowly concubine can't stand it anymore … "
"Hmph, watch carefully, I still have more powerful moves!"
"Lord Governor, don't, I really can't …"
"Lord Governor, you say that Lin Muyu Lord is so handsome, him or you … who is better in bed?"
"Nonsense, of course my Lord Governor is stronger! If I let you talk more, quickly lie down, I will let you know what is called powerful! "
… …
Lin Muyu couldn't help but smile bitterly. Xiahou Sang's words could be considered as "loyal and devoted" to her.
Walking out of the door, it was a bleak winter, and the fallen leaves in the courtyard slowly rolled with the wind.
Lin Muyu casually pulled out the Dragon Spirit Sword, and with the help of her tipsy state, she danced a set of Wind Riding Sword Technique. When she sheathed the sword, she heard applause coming from outside. In the darkness, a man came in. It was the General of the East, Long Qianlin.
"General Long hasn't slept yet?" Lin Muyu smiled slightly.
Long Qianlin also smiled, "Isn't Lord Governor also awake? Just now I saw Lord Governor's swordsmanship, it is indeed outstanding, and can be considered to have reached the realm of lightness. "
"My third-rate swordsmanship … haha, it is not worth mentioning!" Lin Muyu laughed, pointed to the stone table next to her, and said, "Would General Long like to sit?"
"Yes!"
Long Qianlin immediately sat down, and asked with a smile, "Is it the first time Lord Governor has come to Five Valleys City?"
"Yes."
"What do you think of Five Valleys City?"
"It is very rich, and the soldiers are strong. I saw those prisoners of war on the street."
"Lord Governor, are you referring to those barbarian girls?" Long Qianlin's expression darkened, and he said, "Many of those girls were forced to pick up crude weapons to rebel before they reached adulthood, but in the end, they became the meritorious service of a third-rate general like me. Lord Governor, if I say this, will you look down on me?"
Lin Muyu was stunned, "No."
Long Qianlin pressed his hand on the cold stone table, and said with a smile, "I don't know how many people died in vain in this battle. I really don't know when the world will truly be at peace."
"General, are you dissatisfied with the current situation?" Lin Muyu suddenly asked.
This time it was Long Qianlin's turn to be a little nervous, and he hurriedly cupped his fists and said, "No … I dare not, I do not mean that. I just feel that … those barbarian girls are also born by their parents, and they are actually the same as us. It is only the difference in culture that makes the hatred between each other irreconcilable. I am not dissatisfied with the current situation, but I am a little presumptuous. I hope Lord Governor can be magnanimous."
Lin Muyu couldn't help but smile, "It's all right, I also feel a little unfair for those barbarians, but I am powerless."
Long Qianlin's eyes shone brightly, and he said with a burning gaze, "Lord Governor, if you were me, what would you do to those barbarians?"
"Those who offend my territory, no matter how far away they are, must be killed!"
"Yes …"
Long Qianlin was stunned, and he actually felt a sense of arrogance and domineeringness from Lin Muyu.
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