Fortunately, the following days brought only good news.

With ample provisions and the aid of gunpowder, the Great Xi quickly routed the Rouran, causing chaos within their ranks. Some fled, others surrendered, and the army, composed of numerous tribal branches, proved to be a liability – each tribe fled in disarray when disaster struck.

This demonstrates just how important adequate national strength is for a war.

Although she knew all along that it was a sure win, Yun Qing still felt an overwhelming joy when she learned the final result.

She asked the system, "Is this task considered complete?"

1130: "Yes, host. Next, there's only one last important step."

Yun Qing frowned: "What important milestone?"

Given that Dae-hee will not reach the original ending, what else can be considered an important turning point?

A faint sense of unease crept into her heart, but thankfully the system spoke up in time: "It's not a bad thing, you'll see when the time comes."

Yun Qing knew that the system had reached its limit with this much guidance; it was an unspoken agreement between her and 1130.

She didn't press further, but instead said, "Once this war is over, we should be able to exchange for things."

When it came to matters related to the mission, 1130 was very enthusiastic: "Don't worry, host, I will choose the most suitable thing for you!"

Yun Qingxin felt a little relieved: "Okay, thank you."

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The Da Xi army swept through the land with unstoppable momentum. Their weapons had been improved and were easy to use. The soldiers felt their morale soar and were even unaware of fatigue.

However, their uncontrollable excitement did not mean that Xie Rang would actually lead them on a journey without sleep, and after meeting up with Meng Wan's army, they would rest briefly on the spot.

Even with the battle going smoothly, Xie Rang was not immune to some injuries. On his arm, some skin was cut off unexpectedly, leaving it bloody. He only told the army doctor about it after the battle was over.

After several battles, Li Yunshu had to admit that this person was indeed worthy of her older sister.

Inside the tent, the military doctor carefully sprinkled medicinal powder on the young emperor's arm and changed the bandage. He inadvertently glanced at the emperor's cold and expressionless eyes and felt a chill run down his spine.

Xie Rang was actually a little annoyed. He asked indifferently, "If we switch to the best medicine, how long will it take to get better?"

He promised the Grand Tutor that he would return safely, and he would definitely do so completely.

Xie Rang was open and honest in front of Yun Qing, and he wouldn't resort to such a thing to gain sympathy.

He knew she must be thinking about him too.

The military doctor trembled and said, "Your Majesty, it will take at least a month or so. The wound is quite large, and it will most likely leave a scar."

Even knowing that the person in front of him was not a tyrant, the army doctor felt a deep sense of awe when he was alone in the same tent as the emperor. He couldn't understand where this fear came from.

His Majesty is clearly an enlightened and benevolent ruler.

"Tsk." Xie Rang was quite impatient. Seeing the army doctor's expression, he didn't seem to mind. "Go down first."

The military doctor saluted and quickly took his leave.

Xie Rang glanced at his arm with a troubled expression, then put his clothes back on. He thought to himself, "Yun Qing will be worried when I get back."

Just as he stepped out of the tent, he saw Li Yunshu rushing over. She looked at him and didn't even bother with the proper etiquette, only saying, "A group of rebels escaped in the chaos and went to where my sister is!"

That's the downside of having a large territory; you can't monitor every place. It's easy for the Rouran, who know the terrain well, to take advantage of any loopholes. Despite their best efforts, they still couldn't prevent it.

A chill ran down Xie Rang's spine: "I want to go back."

"No, no, no!" Because of her elder sister, Li Yunshu didn't have the same level of awe for Xie Rang as others. She quickly said, "It's just a rebel army of a thousand or so. Elder sister can handle it!"

Putting aside the fact that they left so many people in the city, the remaining gunpowder alone would be enough to give those people a hard time, not to mention that Yin Rong is still here.

Li Yunshu was a little anxious when she received the news, so she rushed over, but in reality, they really didn't need to worry so much.

Her older sister is calm and intelligent; she can handle this kind of thing on her own.

Xie Rang rubbed his temples, then lowered his eyes wearily: "I'm worried, I'll go back and check."

"Alright." Now that things had come to this, Li Yunshu didn't want to argue anymore. Since the emperor was willing to go back to see his sister, she naturally had no need to stop him. So she took the initiative to say, "I'm going to muster the troops. Your Majesty, please wait a moment."

The large army they brought needed rest, so they could only be transferred from Meng Wan's forces. It wouldn't be appropriate to send the emperor back alone.

Without further ado, Li Yunshu finished speaking and turned to muster the troops.

Xie Rang looked into the distance, his desire to return home growing stronger.

...

The news that someone was approaching from outside the city was immediately reported to Yun Qing.

Yin Rong was temporarily transferred here and climbed the city wall with Yun Qing to look around.

"They're quite bold, actually coming this way."

Yin Rong made this assessment.

"Is everything alright?" Yun Qing felt safe seeing that there weren't many people on the other side, but she still asked just to be on the safe side.

"Don't worry, young master, this number isn't even enough for our Li family army to practice with!"

Yin Rong narrowed her eyes. Because of the special status of the Li family army, they rarely had the opportunity to practice. They usually dealt with mountain bandits and outlaws, which they found unsatisfying. Now, the enemy had just delivered themselves to their doorstep.

"Yes, better safe than sorry."

Swords are merciless. If she could, Yun Qing would certainly not want to see war, but since it has happened, she will definitely stand on the side of her own people and does not want to see too many casualties.

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