Time crawled by like a snail, slowly passing by. The first light of dawn appeared in the east, until the night sky was as dark as ink, but Qin Qianluo's delicate yet resilient figure never appeared.
Youming's brows furrowed, his mind filled with doubt. He wondered if he had inadvertently given himself away while spying, which led to Qin Qianluo noticing and changing his plans.
However, the thought only flashed through his mind before he quickly dismissed it. He knew that if his actions were truly exposed, given the power behind Qin Qianluo and her modus operandi, he would be in serious trouble.
By now, they would probably be completely surrounded by an inescapable net, so how could it be so calm and peaceful, with not a single sound or disturbance around them?
It seemed that Qin Qianluo was definitely not going to the farm in the suburbs today. He cursed under his breath, the sound particularly sinister in the quiet night.
Then, with a swift movement, he flew back to the brothel like a black lightning bolt, preparing to conserve his energy and wait for the next perfect opportunity.
Speaking of this brothel, besides Youming and his group of ten, only the emperor, who is high above and controls the lifeline of the Xuanyuan Kingdom, knows the inside story.
Even Ling Xue and her two companions only knew that this place was an extremely secluded secret hideout, but they knew nothing about the more inside story or secrets.
They had previously informed Qin Qianluo of the details of the brothel in detail. Afterwards, the secret guards sent by Qin Qianluo conducted a meticulous investigation of the brothel, but found no suspicious clues.
The shadow guards also conducted a thorough investigation in secret, but found nothing substantial. Left with no other option, they decided to temporarily place people under close surveillance of the brothel, awaiting any further discoveries.
Just as Youming was inside the brothel, like a venomous scorpion lurking in the darkness, patiently lying in wait for the opportunity to launch a fatal attack on Qin Qianluo.
A piece of news, like a bolt from the blue, reached his ears without warning—Qin Qianluo had already joined the army to fight against Xuanyuan Kingdom.
Youming's face turned deathly pale instantly, then flushed red. He gripped the secret letter tightly in his hand, his hands trembling slightly with extreme anger, his teeth grinding as if he wanted to crush them.
"Fine, very well! Qin Qianluo, are you deliberately toying with me?" He glared at her, his anger seeming to burn everything in front of him to ashes.
"You think you can escape my grasp? If so, then don't blame me for being ruthless. I'll let your blood stain the battlefield, and use your blood to wash away all the humiliation and shame I've suffered recently!"
After saying this, Youming suppressed the overwhelming hatred in his heart, quickly packed his bags, and sped off towards the Xuanyuan Kingdom like an arrow released from a bow.
He had no military power and needed to meet the emperor to plead for the authority to lead troops, just so he could personally take Qin Qianluo's life on the battlefield amidst the flames of war.
Beneath the majestic city gates of the capital, the sky was just beginning to lighten, and the morning mist had not yet dissipated, swirling like a veil between the city walls and the ranks of soldiers. A chill hung in the air, but it was dispelled by the soldiers' burning fighting spirit.
The Emperor, dressed in his dragon robe, exuded an imposing presence as he personally attended the send-off ceremony for the soldiers about to embark on their campaign. His profound gaze slowly swept over the resolute faces of the soldiers, his heart filled with both pride and admiration for these loyal and brave warriors, and a hint of solemnity regarding the unknown course of the battle.
"My lords," the Emperor's voice boomed, echoing through the heavens, "you are embarking on this campaign bearing the weight of the nation's honor and the hopes of the people."
Like a tiger unleashed from its cage, we must forge ahead fearlessly, undaunted by any powerful enemy, protecting our beautiful land with our own flesh and blood, and displaying the might of our dynasty!
"I am in the capital, eagerly awaiting your triumphant return. On the day of your success, you will be richly rewarded with honors, wealth, and promotions!"
After speaking, the emperor picked up his imperial wine, tilted his head back, and drank it all in one gulp. The soldiers below followed suit, drinking their wines heartily in one go.
Then they shouted in unison, "Long live the Emperor! Long live the Emperor! We will surely crush Xuanyuan and return in glory!" As soon as they finished speaking, the soldiers smashed the wine bowls in their hands to the ground.
With a crisp cracking sound, the army, like a surging torrent of steel, immediately set off.
Qin Qianluo, as a military officer, also wore black armor and rode upright in the ranks. Her black hair was tied up high.
Her delicate face, now framed by armor, had lost its former gentleness and tenderness, and gained a more awe-inspiring, cold, and murderous aura.
At this moment, the rising sun casts its golden rays upon the departing troops, their armor reflecting a dazzling light, as if draping them in a sacred golden robe.
Qin Qianlu gazed deeply at the Qin family members who had come to see her off, her eyes filled with reluctance and determination. Then, she resolutely turned her horse around and galloped towards the smoke-filled battlefield.
The Qin family members stood at the back, watching Qin Qianluo's receding figure. Tears involuntarily blurred their vision. They could only silently pray in their hearts that Luo'er and everyone else would have a safe and successful expedition and return home soon.
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