Seventy miles outside Chongqing, the army was slowly advancing towards the city. However, there was a significant difference from before; now, a tense atmosphere permeated the entire army.

Everyone knew that the moment of decisive battle was approaching.

This battle can determine the entire situation of the war.

If they could win, the imperial court would be able to take advantage of the situation to suppress the rebels; if they lost, the entire Sichuan would be lost, and Chongqing would no longer have the determination to resist. Once Chongqing was lost, the entire Sichuan would be gone.

Although Sun Chuanting and Qi Yuangong were confident, they couldn't help but feel a little nervous at this moment. After all, this was a matter of great importance, and they were both newcomers, so how could they not be nervous?

The army was moving forward, and Sun Chuanting was sitting on his horse thinking.

Not far away, a soldier suddenly came to report the news.

He walked straight to Sun Chuanting and Qi Yuangong, dismounted, and said respectfully, "Sir, there is someone in front who wants to see you."

After hearing this, Sun Chuanting and Qi Yuangong were both stunned. Who could possibly want to see him in such a place?

Sun Chuanting looked at the messenger and asked, "Who wants to see you?"

"Your Excellency, they said they were the men of Shizhu Tusi Ma Xianglin." The person who came to report the news said hurriedly.

"People of Shizhu Tusi Ma Xianglin?" Sun Chuanting asked hesitantly.

Sun Chuanting encountered many chieftains along the way, but most of them were rebels. At this time, a man from the Shizhu chieftain appeared. I wonder what his plan was?

After thinking for a moment, Sun Chuanting calmly waved his hand and said, "Let them come over."

It wasn't long before the man was brought here.

Neither Sun Chuanting nor Qi Yuangong had expected that the person who came was a woman, and judging from her age, she must be quite old.

This was not what surprised the two people. What surprised them was the official uniform worn by the woman.

Because the woman was wearing the uniform of a third-rank official. Not to mention anything else, just this outfit was shocking in this place, not to mention that the person wearing it was a woman.

Neither Sun Chuanting nor Qi Yuangong dared to delay. They quickly got off their horses and went straight to the woman.

Sun Chuanting bowed slightly and said, "I am Sun Chuanting, the Minister of War. May I ask who you are?"

"Your Excellency, I am sorry to trouble you." The old woman said with a hearty smile, "I was in such a hurry that I didn't introduce myself. I am Qin Liangyu, the chieftain of Shizhu. I am honored to meet you two gentlemen."

Hearing the old woman introduce herself, Sun Chuanting's face showed a look of sudden realization. This time he quickly bowed and said, "So it is General Qin in person. I am honored to be here."

"Why is the old general here? He didn't even send a message so that I could go and greet him."

Qi Yuangong turned around and looked at Sun Chuanting in surprise. Sun Chuanting's attitude could be said to be really respectful.

Although the other party is a woman and is wearing the clothing of the third grade, she is just a local chieftain. Is it necessary to be so respectful to her?

Qi Yuangong was no fool. Since it wasn't respect in terms of status, it could only be in some other way, which meant that the old woman in front of him was extraordinary.

"The war is urgent, and I'm sorry for coming here without permission. I hope you won't blame me." Qin Liangyu said hurriedly.

She didn't know why the young man in front of her was so respectful to her, but she felt relieved. This way, it would be easier to talk to him and get things done.

Seeing Qi Yuangong's confusion, Sun Chuanting quickly introduced him, "This General Qin is a renowned figure. You may not have heard of him, given your youth. Back then, Yang Yinglong of Bozhou rebelled, and it was truly a massive rebellion, comparable to what's happening now, if not even greater."

"General Qin Liangyu and her husband first defeated them, then pursued them, successively capturing seven camps including Jinzhu Pass. They then assisted the government troops from Youyang in capturing Sangmu Pass, severely defeating Yang Yinglong's army. General Qin Liangyu was recognized as the most meritorious general in Nanchuan."

"In the 41st year of the Wanli reign, General Qin's husband, Ma Qiancheng, was falsely accused by the eunuch Qiu Chengyun and died of illness in a Yunyang prison. General Qin's family can be said to have a long tradition of loyalty and righteousness. In this southern Sichuan region, they are the pillars of our Ming Dynasty."

"I have great admiration for General Qin. It is a great honor for me to meet General Qin today." Sun Chuanting said the last sentence to Qin Liangyu.

Qin Liangyu looked at Sun Chuanting and said with a smile, "My achievements in size are unworthy of such praise from you, sir."

"General Qin, please don't say such things. Before I left the capital, His Majesty personally reminded me of this and mentioned General Qin at that time."

"His Majesty once said that General Qin was a pillar of the southwest and a loyal and righteous man. The court has wronged General Qin regarding her husband's affairs; however, for so many years, General Qin has always been loyal to the court and a role model for all ministers. His Majesty also specifically instructed me to convey His Majesty's regards to General Qin if I see him."

After hearing what Sun Chuanting said, Qin Liangyu was stunned.

She really didn't expect Sun Chuanting to say such a thing. The previous words had already surprised her, and the latter words were completely unexpected.

After hearing this, Qin Liangyu hesitated and said, "Your Majesty, do you still remember our family?"

Sun Chuanting nodded and said, "Your Majesty is so wise and virtuous, and naturally remembers General Qin. Your Majesty once said that among the famous generals of the time, General Qin is worthy of the title. He has defended the southwest for many years and has made great contributions."

After hearing this, Qin Liangyu's eyes turned red. She hadn't had a good life in the southwest these years. The officials of the Ming Dynasty didn't treat her as one of their own, and neither did the chieftains. It could be said that she was a nobody.

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