NOVPUBChapter 1024: Chapter 1022: Noble Lord’s Arrival_1
Chapter 1024 -1022: Noble Lord’s Arrival_1
Ji Liuyun also came with them.
When the wound was properly treated, Lin Qingluo’s heart settled a bit, allowing her to inquire about the full story.
“Jinxu accompanied me to take over the County Chief’s residence, and his subordinates strictly adhered to military orders, not allowing anyone to bully or abuse the servants, or to harass the womenfolk within the residence.”
Fifth Uncle Lin was furious and resentful, gritting his teeth with hatred: “The County Chief is a coward who gave up his seal without any resistance.”
“Jinxu and I thought everything was going smoothly, but we didn’t expect that his daughter hid a short sword and took advantage of the situation to send medicine to her father in the front courtyard. As soon as she met Jinxu, she stabbed him without any hesitation.”
“Jinxu, caught off guard, was stabbed, but fortunately, his skills were deep enough to avoid the vital points, saving his life.”
*
“This kind of incident is not accidental, and will happen again in the future.”
Lin Qingluo’s eyebrows were knitted in contemplation, as she looked at Ji Liuyun.
“Senior Brother Ji, be careful as well. Some people don’t know the truth and can’t understand why you would play the role of mediator for the enemy. They might vent their anger on you.”
“I understand, and I’ll be careful.”
Ji Liuyun’s eyes flowed as he looked at the young girl in black clothes and armor, his heart softened.
“Second Brother’s injuries are severe and won’t heal quickly, so he can’t continue to fight with the army.”
Lin Qingluo, with a meticulous mind, turned her gaze to Fifth Uncle Lin: “Fifth Uncle, leave ten thousand elite soldiers stationed in Zhuo County, arrange a Vice General to assist Second Brother in handling daily affairs, and maintain contact with the main force.”
“Alright.”
Fifth Uncle Lin had no objections, subconsciously acknowledging the heroic young girl as the highest commander of the expeditionary force.
“Chirp chirp.”
Little Kingfisher had been watching the show from the eaves, and upon hearing the news from the birds, informed her master through mental communication: “Master, Noble Lord is less than ten miles away from Zhuo County.”
“Hmph, he really dares to come.”
Lin Qingluo’s eyes darkened, and a few strands of strong resentment rose up.
“Sister?”
Lin Yixuan sensed her change in temperament and instinctively grasped her hand.
“Your father has arrived.”
Lin Qingluo’s heart felt gloomy as her eyes complicatedly looked at him.
“Father?”
Lin Yixuan’s eyes suddenly brightened, only to fade slowly after a while.
“He’s only ten miles away now.”
Lin Qingluo gently stroked his hair, her tone gentle: “Would you like to see him in the barracks, or meet him outside the city beforehand?”
“I want to go outside the city.”
Lin Yixuan blurted it out without thinking.
“Alright.”
Lin Qingluo agreed with a smile: “Your sister will accompany you.”
*
Outside Zhuo County, at the Guest Pavilion, ten miles away.
Noble Lord, dressed in splendid robes, slowly turned around as he heard the sound of horse hooves.
“Father.”
Lin Yixuan jumped off his horse, sprinted towards Noble Lord, and embraced him.
“Prince.”
Noble Lord tightly hugged the Prince, his captivating face revealing a rare warmth.
Lin Yixuan sobbed: “Father, Empress Mother is dead.”
“Your father already knows.”
Noble Lord’s eyes flashed with a hint of remorse.
“Father.”
Upon seeing a loved one, Lin Yixuan finally vented the grief and bitterness that had accumulated for so long, holding onto Noble Lord as he continued to weep. no𝚟𝚙u𝚋.c𝚘m
Lin Qingluo couldn’t bear it any longer and looked away, waiting silently.
She could patiently wait, but some people could not.
One of the Beiqi attendants who had come along couldn’t bear the boredom any longer, rubbing his ears and urging in a sharp voice: “Noble Lord, His Majesty sent you here on important business, and the military situation is urgent. It’s best not to delay any longer.”
