Qu Jingyun came to Shen Yunting for drinks hoping he could use this opportunity to relieve his inner pain.
She understands best Shen Yunting's brotherly affection for Lü Bo.
But who could have imagined that the two of them would one day turn out like this?
Shen Yunting downed the wine jar in one gulp, feeling a surge of intoxication. He leaned on Qu Jingyun's shoulder, remaining silent.
"If you want to cry, just cry," Qu Jingyun suddenly said, reaching out to gently pat Shen Yunting's shoulder.
Shen Yunting did not cry, but continued to lean on her shoulder, his expression growing increasingly solemn.
He finally remarked with emotion, "I never imagined we would end up like this."
"Actually, I can understand his choice. He has been stationed at the border for more than ten years, without a wife or children. It is difficult to resist the trap of tenderness at this time. But being deceived is one thing, and betraying the country for a woman is another."
Shen Yunting gave a bitter smile, and then continued, "If all else fails, he can tell me about this, and I will try to help him save people. But he chose the path he should never have chosen."
At that moment, Qu Jingyun didn't know what to say to comfort him, so she nestled against him.
For Shen Yunting now, quiet companionship is more important than anything else.
As time passed, the person beside me gradually calmed down and fell asleep.
Qu Jingyun looked up at the bright moon outside the window, then looked down at Shen Yunting's profile, her eyes becoming increasingly tender.
He whispered, "Go to sleep. When you wake up, everything will start over."
When Shen Yunting woke up, he was told that Lü Bo was no longer in the room.
As for where he went, nobody knows.
Shen Yunting didn't send anyone to look for them; their friendship ended there.
What happens to him afterward has nothing to do with Shen Yunting.
Thinking of this, Shen Yunting sighed, turned to look at Qu Jingyun, and finally managed a faint smile: "Let's go back."
The two remained silent throughout the journey until they entered the military camp.
"General, someone is looking for you." A soldier approached Shen Yunting anxiously.
Shen Yunting responded without giving it much thought, and returned to the camp with Qu Jingyun.
As soon as he lifted the curtain, he heard a familiar voice.
"General Shen, it's been a long time. Have you missed me?"
Upon hearing this, Qu Jingyun immediately became alert, quickly looked up at the woman jogging towards her, and unconsciously frowned.
Who is this person?
In just one glance, Qu Jingyun was certain that this woman was in love with Shen Yunting, and couldn't help but scrutinize her.
The woman was dressed in Xiongnu attire, and her exposed skin was the unique dark color of the Xiongnu, yet it gave her a very healthy appearance.
Although dark skin did not conform to Qu Jingyun's aesthetic standards, she had to admit in her heart that the woman was beautiful.
She possessed a wildness that was not found in women of this dynasty.
Qu Jingyun glanced at Shen Yunting beside her, only to see that his expression was tinged with displeasure.
Is he angry?
What exactly is the connection between this person and Shen Yunting?
"You've come to rescue your brother?" Shen Yunting questioned sharply.
Before the other party could say anything, he coldly accused, "You Xiongnu have broken the alliance and openly started a war. Have you completely forgotten about the contract you signed? Are you Xiongnu people so untrustworthy?"
The woman's face turned deathly pale instantly, and she hurriedly explained, "This was my brother's own choice, and it has nothing to do with the Xiongnu. I tried to stop him, but it was no use. I never thought of breaking my promise to you."
"We've known each other for so many years, you should know me by now."
Qu Jingyun almost laughed in anger when she heard this. This person's words were ambiguous and unclear, and he seemed to have a close relationship with Shen Yunting. What was he up to?
She couldn't help but roll her eyes at Shen Yunting, then reached out and pinched his waist hard, her gesture full of threat.
Shen Yunting's gaze was drawn to the scene, and he looked over in disbelief, only to see Qu Jingyun with an expression that seemed about to explain. His face immediately turned into a fawning expression.
It's as if to say: Don't misunderstand.
After everything Qu Jingyun and Shen Yunting had been through, she definitely believed in Shen Yunting.
It's understandable that she felt uncomfortable about the sudden appearance of someone with close ties to Shen Yunting.
The woman in front of them observed their conversation, a look of confusion crossing her face.
When did Shen Yunting become so approachable? He even jokes around with his subordinates.
However, the woman didn't think much of it and continued to explain to Shen Yunting, "Brother Shen, please believe me this once. I really didn't know about this. In order not to be your enemy, I have already seized the throne. I am now the Queen of the Xiongnu."
"The Xiongnu wish to forge an eternal alliance with the Celestial Empire."
Upon hearing this, Qu Jingyun was even more astonished.
Is this person actually the queen of the Xiongnu?
The woman looked at Shen Yunting with hopeful eyes, waiting for him to say something next.
Seeing that Shen Yunting was still not convinced, she quickly took out a letter from her clothes and handed it to Shen Yunting.
"This is my sincere offer, and I hope you like it."
Shen Yunting took it and looked at it. His face immediately showed a look of astonishment, but he quickly suppressed it.
Upon seeing this, the woman quickly said, "You saved my life, how could I be ungrateful? I would never be your enemy."
Seeing that the woman was about to continue to reveal her innermost thoughts, Shen Yunting spoke up directly: "Atasha, you chose to negotiate peace because the Xiongnu had no ability to contend with our dynasty. You went to fight for the throne because you were ambitious. If the eldest prince's conspiracy succeeds, you will only go along with these things."
"We've been fighting for years, so I know you fairly well."
Shen Yunting snorted coldly, completely ignoring Atasha's injured expression.
“I admit I did have my own selfish motives, but it was all for you,” Atasha asked in a hoarse voice.
But Shen Yunting waved his hand dismissively, interrupting him.
"You just need to tell me the purpose of your trip. I can't be used by you. Trying to appeal to my emotions won't work."
After Shen Yunting touched on her secret, Atasha looked a little embarrassed.
Especially seeing Shen Yunting's unmoved expression, she couldn't help but turn her gaze to Qu Jingyun, her meaning clear in her eyes.
Qu Jingyun pointed to herself and asked reluctantly, "You don't mean you want me to leave to make room for the two of you, do you?"
Atasha took a deep breath, forcing herself to calm down, and put on a smile.
He gave a slight smirk and said, "General Shen and I have important matters to discuss."
Qu Jingyun rolled her eyes, and was about to say something when Shen Yunting said, "She knows everything about me. Just say what you want to say."
Qu Jingyun nodded in satisfaction upon hearing this.
Atasha looked reluctant, but seeing Shen Yunting's insistence, she could only nod.
He then asked, "I heard that General Shen has now divorced his wife. I wonder if he would be interested in becoming my husband?"
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