The system did not tell its host that even if Yu Ling was randomly assigned to the world of immortality, after surviving to the highest reward, there would be no reward every year, and she would have to pay out of her own pocket (since Yu Ling had no attachment to it at all, it didn't say anything for fear of being scolded).
[Ahem, host, if this mission were really that simple, why would the God of War send survivors?]
"Okay, okay, you trash, you didn't say we weren't going to do the mission."
Yu Ling clearly hasn't fully realized that her current status is the lowest among all the villains.
Forget about maintaining his innocence; even if anyone sent his men to fight him, his boneless body would be unlikely to withstand a hundred attacks, except through assassination or poisoning.
...When Yu Ling found the most fabric-covered garment and changed into it, regaining her aloof and elegant demeanor as the peerless courtesan, the sound of weapons being drawn came from the doorway, along with Feng Ningyue's arrogant and angry curses.
"What? I can't even utter a word in front of you? Ha! I'd like to see who dares to take another step forward!"
The commander, dressed in military uniform, clasped her hands in a fist salute. Though a woman, she possessed a robust and imposing physique, her brows furrowed with a bloodthirsty aura, and her voice was sharp and forceful.
"His Majesty has decreed that Wei Yichen be escorted to the border to reward the three armies. He shall depart immediately. We ask that Prince Ning be lenient with him."
"you......!"
Feng Ningyue was about to get angry again, but was interrupted by a clear and melodious voice.
"Your Highness, please calm down."
With an ethereal and otherworldly face, Yu Ling stepped out of the room, standing among the crowd with her head bowed and hands at her sides, attracting a lot of attention and stunning many women.
He reassured Feng Ningyue, the original owner's regular customer, once again before slowly raising his head to look at the group of soldiers who had come to escort him. Although his indifferent eyes were expressionless, every move he made was so intriguing.
Amidst the soldiers' ill-intentioned gazes, Yu Ling's eyes flickered, her attitude neither humble nor arrogant, her words gentle and tactful, and she calmly and composedly smiled as she gestured:
"My fellow soldiers must be exhausted from their journey, so I won't keep you any longer. Let's set off now."
She was indeed a beauty, and she spoke to him with such respect and humility, and she was going to that wretched place on the border to reward the troops. The commander couldn't help but feel pity for her, and his attitude softened accordingly.
“Young Master Wei, please understand. We are acting under orders and have offended you in many ways. We hope you will be understanding and cooperative in any way you have overstepped our bounds along the way.”
"Of course, Yichen will never cause any trouble for you all." Yu Ling was no stranger to this kind of situation, and he was not afraid at all. It wasn't his own body, so he could do whatever he wanted.
Unfortunately, the main god's side quests don't allow it!
Yu Ling followed the group away, while Feng Ningyue watched the upright and graceful figure gradually disappear, her fists clenched, her heart churning with turmoil...
"Sister, it seems we... aren't on the road to the border?"
The road was getting wider and wider, and they were getting closer and closer to the palace. Yu Ling was starting to feel a little confused. Could it be that the empress had changed her mind again and suddenly wanted to kill her?
Please, do whatever you want to me, just don't kill me! I still have to complete the mission! Even if you deduct money, I can't fail the mission. I'll just earn a little less!
The female soldier, clearly innocent and naive, blushed deeply at the strikingly beautiful Yu Ling. She immediately put on an endearing smile and stammered in a low voice:
"General Wan returned to the capital yesterday to report back, which will be just in time to bring him back to the border after you have made your judgment."
"And I've heard that the Queen also wants to meet you, to see who can make all the ministers' daughters so infatuated with you," she added.
"Thank you for informing me, sister. I am extremely grateful."
Yu Ling smiled again, captivating the female soldier completely, making her heart pound even harder.
Good heavens, no wonder he could shake the Crown Princess's position. Even knowing that he was a courtesan, she couldn't help but want to marry him.
I just hope... the Empress won't torture such a handsome young man. Look at his looks and figure, it would be such a waste to injure him anywhere.
Inside the Phoenix Kingdom's palace, a group of officials trembled with fear, walking on thin ice, lest they be affected by the wrath of the woman on the Phoenix Throne. The general kneeling in the center spoke righteously and eloquently, and even the Empress's cold face could not stop him.
"Your Majesty, I believe that the existence of military women is a bad custom that has been abolished for a long time and should not be practiced again, especially for young, innocent men. Even if they come from such backgrounds, they are already struggling to make a living. It would be better to grant them death so that their chastity can be preserved."
In the solemn and dignified imperial court, among the proud and imposing generals and the high and mighty empress, the discussion was actually about the punishment of a mere courtesan, or even the underhanded disciplinary measure of rewarding the entire army.
"Your Majesty, Wei Yichen has been brought in."
"Announce."
"Summon—, the criminal Wei Yichen, to the palace—"
Yu Ling was brought to the main hall and knelt beside the general. His dagger had been taken away, so it seemed that even if something unexpected happened, he would have nothing to use to resist.
It's alright, he'll just go to the next world. It's not that he's slacking off, it's that the gods aren't giving him a way out!
"Wei Yichen, raise your head." The Empress was momentarily stunned by Yu's stunningly beautiful face, coughed to cover her expression, and continued, "Do you know your crime?"
“Yi Chen knows she should not associate with such noble people, but she could not control herself and her words were quite offensive, which angered the Crown Princess. Her crime is unforgivable. I beg Your Majesty to punish her.”
I'll commit any crime, my bottom line is not to die!
Just as Yu Ling finished thinking this, the general beside her spoke up again: "Your Majesty, please reconsider. Death is enough. A man's integrity is the most precious thing!"
It would be such a pity if such a handsome young man were to be ruined by those rough women. The general felt even more sorry for him and was determined to plead for him despite the opposition.
Yu Ling: ...You think you're so great and high and mighty? Just because this broken body of yours is going to be used for sex, you can't bear to let me die?
The Empress's anger had subsided upon seeing Yu Ling's face, and since it hadn't caused any unforgivable consequences for the Crown Princess, it actually brought more peace to her household.
Just as she was thinking of making the other party back down and casually offering the Crown Princess the position of Attendant as an apology, the general's words made her unhappy again.
"What do you think?" This was the question directed at Yu Ling.
"Yi Chen is willing to accept the punishment and will obey the Empress's command."
Clearly, Yu Ling's nonchalant attitude was too advanced for them. Their minds were already filled with imagining scenarios involving multiple female leads like Yu Ling, and one minister even pinched himself hard to stay awake.
"Did you hear that? The word of the royal family is worth a thousand pieces of gold; it cannot be changed so easily!" These angry words were clearly directed at the general.
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