Chapter 622 I still have something to say to him
As dusk approached, the thick, dark clouds overhead finally parted, and a ray of golden light shone on the cypress mountain. The rain, which had not yet dried, reflected the setting sun, creating a dazzling light that illuminated the foot of the mountain.
With this light, the campsite was finally set up.
Before long, darkness fell, but campfires were lit all over the camp again. The meat broth boiling in the iron pots on the flames emitted a rich aroma that quickly filled the damp and cold air, invigorating the hungry and cold soldiers around them.
The firelight also illuminated Wo Xue's fair and delicate face.
The cook filled the first bowl of hot soup and sent it to the central command tent. The second bowl was then handed to her, who was standing guard beside him. Half of Yuwen Ye's troops were recruited from the battle of Fufeng. These people were well aware of Shang Ruyi's military achievements in Fufeng. Therefore, even though women were not used to being in the army, they still respected this Princess Qin very much.
Consequently, they treated Wo Xue with great courtesy. Moreover, this seemingly delicate and frail little girl had been riding horses and climbing hills with them for the past few days, getting soaked to the bone without uttering a sound, which was truly remarkable.
Several soldiers laughed and said, "Hurry up and take it to the princess. We'll call you when the food is ready."
Wo Xue nodded and said, "Thank you."
After saying that, he carried the hot soup through several tents and finally arrived at the tent next to the central command tent. He lifted the curtain and saw Shang Ruyi sitting on a blanket, staring blankly at a candle flame in front of her.
Wo Xue immediately said, "Your Highness, the soup is ready. Please drink some to warm yourself up."
Shang Ruyi seemed to have just come to her senses, turned to look at her, and immediately put on a smile, although the smile was somewhat forced.
As soon as Wo Xue handed her the soup bowl, she took it and asked, "Has the food been sent to the Prince of Qin yet?"
Wo Xue smiled and said, "Of course, the first bowl was sent to His Highness Prince Qin."
Shang Ruyi nodded and took a sip from the bowl. The steaming soup instantly warmed her blood, which had been almost frozen, and made her pale face regain its color. Soon, a warm blush appeared on her cheeks.
The hot soup warmed my body, and I felt much more comfortable.
Before long, the food was ready and brought over. There was only a plate of boiled pork, which was obviously just meat that had been boiled in broth and then sliced, along with a bowl of green vegetables. Although Wo Xue herself didn't mind, she looked at Shang Ruyi and said softly, "I'm sorry to have troubled the Princess."
Shang Ruyi said with a smile, "What kind of grievance is this?"
She wasn't a person who craved pleasure, and besides, everything was kept simple during the march, so Yuwen Ye wouldn't allow anyone like Kou Yunliang to appear in his army again.
So she invited Wo Xue to sit down and eat with her, but as she picked up her bowl, she asked, "Has all the food been sent to the Prince of Qin?"
Wo Xue said, "I just saw someone deliver food to the central command tent."
Shang Ruyi nodded: "That's good."
After apologizing, Wo Xue sat down to one side, glanced at Shang Ruyi, and said softly, "Since Your Highness cares so much about Prince Qin, why don't you go and see him? Actually, there's nothing wrong with you having a meal together."
Shang Ruyi glanced at her but didn't say anything.
Although she understood that Yuwen Ye would naturally have to share a tent with her in the military camp, since the deputy generals and soldiers would be coming and going in the central command tent at any time to report news and discuss the war, it would be inconvenient for her to stay there, she could indeed have dinner together there.
only……
She could sense Yuwen Ye's deliberate distance from her, so she decided it was best to eat separately.
However, it's not too late yet. Yuwen Ye will probably summon everyone to discuss the war later. After all, she is someone personally approved by His Majesty the Emperor to participate in the war, so she can go and listen in.
So he just smiled and said, "Let's eat first, then we'll talk."
"……oh."
Wo Xue could see that there was a hint of forced smile in her eyes, but she didn't say anything more. After all, her status was not as high as Tu She'er's. Even though she had risked her life alongside Princess Qin, she couldn't say anything too intimate.
So he silently accompanied Shang Ruyi through the meal. After the dishes were cleared away, Shang Ruyi straightened her clothes and walked out of the tent.
Looking up, I saw several people walking into the central command tent.
One of the familiar figures, whose pale face and dark eyes were illuminated by the light shining through the curtain as it was lifted, was none other than Nie Chong.
Shang Ruyi was somewhat surprised to see him.
Although this person was a well-known figure in the army, he was just an ordinary soldier. However, at this moment, Yuwen Ye summoned someone into the tent, which should be to discuss the deployment of troops. He should be looking for someone like a deputy general or military advisor.
Why would you choose Nie Chong?
Thinking this, Shang Ruyi walked over. When the soldiers guarding the gate saw that it was her, they did not stop her. One of them immediately lifted the tent flap, and Shang Ruyi nodded and went inside.
This central command tent was much larger than ordinary tents from the outside. Once inside, it was even more spacious and bright. A wooden screen stood in the center of the tent, dividing it into inner and outer sections. The inner section was naturally where the general rested, and there should only be a bed. Outside, there were several low tables and blankets. Behind the main table, a map was hanging.
At this moment, Yuwen Ye was sitting at the top, with Shen Wuzheng and Shen Tu Tai on his left and right sides, and Nie Chong, who had just entered, standing in the center of the tent, bowing to him.
As soon as Shang Ruyi entered, everyone looked at her.
Shen Wuzheng immediately asked, "Why are you here?"
Shang Ruyi smiled and said, "I think you are discussing sending troops, so I wanted to come and listen."
Then, she looked at Yuwen Ye and said, "Won't this disturb you?"
Yuwen Ye didn't look at her, but lowered his eyelids and said indifferently, "It doesn't matter."
Upon hearing this, Shang Ruyi's smile froze for a moment, and she didn't know what to say. However, Shen Wuzheng frowned slightly.
However, before anyone could speak, Yuwen Ye said, "I'm going to the northern cliff to scout out the enemy situation in the opposite valley. Nie Chong, you're coming with me."
"...!"
Upon hearing this, Shang Ruyi immediately widened her eyes in surprise.
She then understood why Nie Chong was there; after all, he was known for his exceptional hearing, making him the most suitable person to gather intelligence. However, how could Yuwen Ye, as the commander-in-chief of this western expedition, personally go to scout the enemy's situation?
What if we encounter danger?
Shang Ruyi almost instinctively wanted to stop him, but when she saw Yuwen Ye's cold eyes, she was immediately taken aback.
If I talk to him... will he listen?
In a moment of distraction, she noticed that Yuwen Ye's eyes had darkened even more. At that moment, Shen Tu Tai beside her said, "Your Highness, this is too dangerous."
Yuwen Ye waved his hand with a stern face: "It's alright."
Shen Tu Tai immediately said, "Although the enemy situation is important, Your Highness should not take unnecessary risks. Why don't you let this humble general go instead?"
Yuwen Ye shook his head and said, "You must not."
He wasn't looking down on Shen Tu Tai, but Shen Tu Tai was too big a target. If he were sent to scout out enemy positions, he might not find anything and would easily become someone else's target.
Yuwen Ye added, "Besides, the camp needs someone to oversee things. I feel at ease having you stay here."
Shen Tu Tai seemed to understand as well, but he still frowned.
At this moment, Shen Wuzheng, who was sitting on the other side, said, "If Your Highness wishes to go, then I am willing to accompany you."
Yuwen Ye glanced at him.
At this point, Shang Ruyi could no longer hold back—it was such a dangerous thing, and both of them were going to do it. What if something unexpected happened?
She immediately said, "Brother, that's too dangerous!"
Shen Wuzheng just smiled, and although he didn't say anything, he took in Yuwen Ye's suddenly gloomy expression.
He remained calm and simply said, "You should trust me."
"Can--"
"Alright!"
This time, before Shang Ruyi could say anything more, Yuwen Ye seemed to have exhausted all his patience. He stood up and said coldly, "This is the central command tent, a place for discussing military matters—you and your sister can talk about it privately when you return."
After saying that, he got up and walked out.
As he brushed past her, Shang Ruyi clearly felt that although the tent was warm and cozy, Yuwen Ye exuded an almost unfamiliar, cold aura, which made her gasp for breath.
Shang Ruyi was taken aback, but Nie Chong had already turned around, bowed to her, and immediately followed her out.
Shen Wuzheng also walked up to her.
At this moment, Shang Ruyi didn't know what to say, and just looked at him: "Brother—"
Shen Wuzheng smiled faintly, a smile that seemed to know everything and contained a gentle, all-encompassing quality. He reached out and patted Shang Ruyi's shoulder, saying, "Don't worry."
After saying that, he walked out.
Shang Ruyi had no choice but to follow him out of the tent. Yuwen Ye gave an order, and immediately someone brought over three horses.
Seeing that the three of them were about to mount their horses, Shang Ruyi couldn't help but step forward to say something, but she knew that Yuwen Ye didn't want to hear her say anything. After hesitating for a moment, she could only walk to Shen Wuzheng's horse, look up at him and say, "Brother, you must be careful. You must be careful."
Shen Wuzheng glanced down at her, seemingly knowing that the two repeated sentences weren't just meant for him.
He didn't say much, but lowered his head and said gently to Shang Ruyi, "Don't worry, of course we will be careful."
As she spoke, she looked up at Yuwen Ye, whose face was even more somber than the night itself, and murmured, "I still have something to say to him."
Shang Ruyi was stunned: "Brother, what did you say?"
Shen Wuzheng immediately smiled and shook his head. At this moment, Yuwen Ye seemed to have lost patience. He squeezed his legs against the horse's belly, and the horse galloped away. Nie Chong immediately spurred his horse to follow.
Shen Wuzheng said, "Little sister, don't worry."
After saying that, he spurred his horse and galloped out of the camp. Soon, the three figures disappeared into the night.
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