"He's Lin Muyu, one of the Four Heroes of Lan Yan? Hahaha, don't lie to me! I'm not well-educated! "Bai Yin suddenly burst into laughter as if Qin Yin's words were the funniest joke in the world.
Qin Yin did not get angry. Instead, she smiled faintly and said, "Brother Yu, show him your General Seal."
"Okay."
Lin Muyu took out the General Seal from her Qiankun Pouch and slowly lifted it up. The words "General Seal" were engraved on the bottom of the golden seal. Looking at the shocked Bai Yin, Lin Muyu asked, "Do you believe me now?"
"I … I …" Bai Yin looked a little uneasy. He sat there not knowing what to do.
Tang Xiaoxi bent down and looked at his face. She smiled and said, "Boy, do you know who the beauty who spoke to you just now is?"
"Who … who is she?"
"Who is the ruler of the Empire today?"
"Her Majesty Qin Yin …"
"Who is the woman who can control General Lin Muyu?" Tang Xiaoxi reminded him with a smile.
"I heard it's Princess Tang Xiaoxi …" Bai Yin grinned.
Tang Xiaoxi's face immediately turned red. She said happily, "You really know how to chat …"
"Xiao Xi, what are you talking about?" Qin Yin was speechless.
Tang Xiaoxi immediately put on a serious face and said, "Bai Yin, you have offended Her Majesty. Don't you know your crime?"
Bai Yin was stunned. He carefully looked at Qin Yin and realized that this beauty was indeed the most beautiful woman in the world. Then, he looked at the way she spoke and the way she dressed. Suddenly, he seemed to understand everything. He hurriedly got up, knelt on the ground, and said, "Commoner Bai Yin pays respect to Your Majesty!"
"Get up."
Qin Yin smiled and said, "You've stolen countless things in your life, so you must have collected a lot of good things. However, you are still a thief, and according to the imperial law, you should be executed. However … just now, Commander Yu pleaded for you and begged me to spare you from the death penalty. Do you think I should spare your life?"
Bai Yin hurriedly knelt down again and kowtowed repeatedly. "Your Majesty, please spare my life. This commoner knows his mistake, this commoner knows his mistake."
"That depends on how Commander Yu plans to deal with you." Qin Yin smiled with dimples.
…
Bai Yin looked at Lin Muyu and suddenly felt a wave of sorrow. He felt that there was no hope left in this life. Originally, with his outstanding cultivation, he would have no problem moving unhindered across the mainland. However, there would always be someone stronger than him. Unfortunately, he had encountered Lin Muyu in Cangnan Province, a fellow with an abnormally strong cultivation. He couldn't beat her, nor could he run away. What else could he do?
In desperation, Bai Yin cupped his fists and said, "Please deal with me, Commander Yu …"
Lin Muyu leaned on the Stars Sword and said, "Bai Yin, you have been a thief all your life. Do you feel that in the end, there is no meaning in stealing? Money is like dung. No matter what kind of treasure it is, it's just an external possession. You can't bring it with you when you're alive, and you can't bring it with you when you're dead."
"Commander Yu is right …"
"Now, I'll give you a chance. Are you willing to serve the Empress, Her Highness Qin Yin?" Lin Muyu looked at him deeply. The Stars Sword in her hand was surrounded by a strong imperial fighting flame. Her intention couldn't be more obvious: If you dare to disagree, I'll beat you up.
Bai Yin shuddered and said, "Even though I, Bai Yin, live in the underworld, I'm still a citizen of the empire. I'm willing to serve the Empress."
"Very well."
Lin Muyu smiled brightly. "On behalf of the Empress, I accept your loyalty. From now on, you will work for Ze Tian Palace. At the same time, you will also be a member of the Longdan Army Camp. You will listen to all my orders. Are you willing?"
"I … I'm willing to follow you, Commander Yu." Bai Yin had no choice but to agree.
Lin Muyu continued, "For the time being, the Longdan Army Camp doesn't have a title for you. You will be my personal bodyguard. Also, we need to set three rules."
"What do you mean by three rules?"
"First, you are not allowed to steal in the future. You are not allowed to steal even one copper coin. The soldiers of the empire will not steal."
"Yes!"
"Second, you must always be loyal to the empire. You cannot betray it. Otherwise, you will be struck by lightning."
"Yes!"
"Third, hand over the seven space bags tied around your waist. These are the things you stole. They must be confiscated and directly put into the military warehouse of the Longdan Army Camp."
"Ah?" For a moment, Bai Yin felt as if he had boarded a pirate ship. "Commander, didn't you say that money is like dirt? Why must you ask for my personal property … "
"To you, money is like dirt, but to me, it's different. This money can be used to fund the military supplies of the Longdan Army Camp."
Lin Muyu played with the hilt of the Stars Sword with a bright smile on her face. She was extremely handsome and looked like a rogue commander. She smiled and said, "You must abide by these three rules. However … we pay attention to human rights. It's fine if you don't agree, but I will tie you up and bring you back to Lanyan City. You will be executed on the streets. All the space bags will still be mine. How about it? This is a chance for you to turn over a new leaf. Make your own choice."
Bai Yin wailed in his heart. Like a warrior who had broken his wrist, he removed the space bag from his waist and handed it over. "Commander, can you … leave one for me?"
"No way. Do you think this is a market where you can bargain? The empire's laws are dignified and cannot be blasphemed! " A certain someone acted righteously, but at the same time, he happily took all the interspatial bags. He opened one of them and took a look. When he saw the sparkling treasures, he was so furious that he almost could not close his mouth. He said bitterly, "There are so many great treasures. How worried must the owners be? Bai Yin, when you stole these treasures, did you ever think about the pain the owners had to go through?"
"I've thought about it. I know I was wrong …" Bai Yin felt that his heart had been hollowed out by this legendary hero-level commander who had repelled the demons. However, this person in front of him didn't look like a hero of the empire, but more like a street vendor!
Bai Yin felt even more bitter when he thought about the treasures in the seven space bags.
Tang Xiaoxi checked the treasures in the space bags one by one and finally said softly, "This guy is really a thief. All the treasures here add up to at least 10 million Jin Yin coins!"
"Otherwise, why would he be called the Holy Pirate?" Qin Yin said with a smile.
Lin Muyu tied the seven space bags to her waist one after another and said, "Your Highness Xiao Yin, I request that these treasures be given to the Ziyin Flower Chamber of Commerce for sale. All the treasures will be used to supply the Longdan Army Camp's equipment and military supplies, as well as the Ministry of Works' research on weapons."
"Alright, it's approved!" Qin Yin smiled as she enjoyed the success.
Lin Muyu walked forward and patted Bai Yin. She looked at his pained expression and said, "When you return to Lanyan City, you'll be one of the soldiers in the Longdan Army Camp. At the same time, you'll also be a member of the empire's army. You must remember the glory of being an empire's soldier, understand?"
"Yes, Lord Commander." Bai Yin felt as if a knife was twisting in his heart as he looked at the young and handsome commander. He carefully asked, "There are some scattered Jin Yin coins in the seventh bag. Can you … give me some to pay for the wine?"
"Don't worry, the Longdan Army Camp will provide a monthly salary. It's enough for you to drink!"
"Yes …"
"Don't steal anymore, or I'll beat you up …"
"Yes, Commander. I'll keep that in mind …"
"Let's go."
"Yes …"
…
Lin Muyu was in a good mood as she continued her journey back. She hummed a tune as she cultivated. Although her Stellar Sword was almost stolen, she had recovered it after losing it. Furthermore, she had gained the loyalty of the world's number one thief, Bai Yin. Furthermore, she had received 10 million Jin Yin Coins worth of treasures as a "gift". This trip to Dubhe Province could be considered a huge gain!
"Oh yes, Bai Yin, I have a question for you." Lin Muyu suddenly remembered something.
"Please ask, Commander," Bai Yin said respectfully. He wore the military insignia of the Imperial Army that Lin Muyu had bestowed upon him. Behind the purple flower were two bronze six-pointed stars, which was the military insignia of the Imperial Army. Although it was only a ten-man squad leader, Bai Yin felt an inexplicable sense of belonging. He actually felt happy … Although he kept scolding himself for being stupid for spending 10 million on a ten-man squad leader, this feeling of happiness only increased. It was simply killing him.
Lin Muyu said, "How did you know that the Stars Sword was with me? And how did you know that I was staying in that hostel? Did someone tip you off?"
"No one tipped me off," Bai Yin said. "It's just that I was hired by someone. As long as I stole the Stars Sword, the other party promised to give me 5 million Jin Yin coins!"
"5 million? What a huge sum. Who is it?"
"This … this subordinate can't say. After all, this subordinate was just a hired thief, so I can't go back on my word. I hope that Lord Commander won't make things difficult for me." Bai Yin cupped his fists and said very respectfully, but also very seriously.
Lin Muyu nodded. "It's fine. You can tell me in a roundabout way. Don't forget that you are now a soldier of the Imperial Army. This is your duty."
"Yes, this subordinate can't tell Commander who hired me, but I can tell Commander that he is stationed in Tianji City."
"As expected."
Lin Muyu and Qin Yin looked at each other and saw the shock in each other's eyes. Lu Zhong, the Count of Tianji, seemed to be loyal, but in reality, he was outwardly obedient but inwardly opposed. He actually sent someone to steal the Stars Sword. How gutsy was he?
"Lu Zhong, this bastard. It looks like he won't be able to hold on to the title of Count of Tianji for long," Qin Yin said with some anger.
Lin Muyu said, "Xiao Yin, don't be in a hurry to take down Count of Tianji. The powers in the Seven Seas Province are too complicated. If we're not careful, we'll be implicated. Regarding the Seven Seas Province, we should consult Xiao Xi first."
"Mm." Qin Yin nodded lightly and looked at Tang Xiaoxi with a gentle gaze.
…
"This …"
Tang Xiaoxi's starry eyes looked towards the northeast. That was the direction of the Seven Seas Province. She said softly, "The powers and families in the Seven Seas Province are indeed very complicated. Count of Tianji is only one of the seven vassals. He controls about thirty thousand soldiers. There are six other vassals, all of whom are Grandfather's trusted aides. These vassals all have family ties with each other. Some are even in-laws. What Mu said is right. Grandfather's military power is almost all distributed to these seven vassals. As long as the seven vassals have the intention to rebel, I'm afraid Grandfather can't do anything about it. We need to take it slow."
As she said this, she looked at Qin Yin apologetically. "I'm sorry, Xiao Yin. The Tang family's huge military power in the Seven Seas Province has worried you …"
"It's okay, Xiao Xi."
Qin Yin smiled gently. "I won't touch Lu Zhong for now. Let's go back to Lanyan City first."
"Mm!"
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