After dinner, Qin Zhaoyue, unusually, did not drink or make merry.
Singing and dancing performances get the same every day.
Moreover, the weather has been too hot lately, and I'm always sweating, so it's not suitable for going out to have fun.
She was too lazy to make a fuss; staying at home was the most comfortable thing for her.
I took a nice, relaxing bath, lay down comfortably, and drank a glass of chilled milk tea – it was so refreshing!
Yin Zhe silently emerged, saying, "Your Highness really doesn't cultivate at all."
If others obtained the cultivation techniques of the Divine Martial Realm, they would be eager to abandon all worldly affairs and devote themselves wholeheartedly to studying and practicing them.
But what about her?
Since arriving in the capital, he hasn't even stirred his inner energy, and no one knows where his martial arts skills came from.
Even if you have exceptional talent, you can't just rely on wishful thinking.
Qin Zhaoyue was now used to the other party's elusive nature and remained lying on the couch without moving.
She had originally planned to accumulate enough merit points to directly advance to the third rank, but now it's even less likely she'll make any progress.
Firstly, it's safe and secure with the lurking creature nearby;
Secondly, if I were to be promoted to the fourth rank now, wouldn't everyone be able to see it?
However, I didn't do nothing. I would review those techniques every day to make sure I didn't forget them.
"With Sui Mo and the others around, why should I bother cultivating?"
Yin Zhe sighed inwardly.
He had no interest in politics, no desire to win over officials and nobles, and no interest in martial arts cultivation; all he cared about was making money.
Just look at her earnings in the few days since she returned to Beijing; the speed at which she's making money is terrifying.
The task His Majesty has assigned can only be accomplished by offering substantial rewards, but it's not the right time yet.
Yin Zhe stopped speaking and disappeared without a trace, which Qin Zhaoyue ignored.
Xuanwu North Circuit, Anbei County.
Qin Zhaoqiong's team had just arrived ten miles outside the county town.
Each imperial guard carried two horses and their own rations. Apart from replenishing their water supply, they did not enter any prefectures or counties they passed through, maintaining a completely rapid marching pace.
According to the plan, we will reach the border in two more days.
The journey was only halfway through, and the night air was noticeably cooler than in Fengjing.
After a short rest, Qin Zhaoqiong planned to march for another part of the night.
Before long, the team that had replenished the water returned, bringing with them a message: the delegation from the Shuofeng Dynasty was in Anbei County.
After a moment's thought, Qin Zhaoqiong abandoned the plan to march.
The entire army set off, heading straight for the county seat.
The ten-mile journey was over in an instant, and there was no time to notify the county magistrate.
When the scouts went to fetch water, they had already dealt with the city gate captain, but they never expected him to return with a thousand cavalrymen.
"Inform the county magistrate to arrange overnight accommodations for my men."
He then instructed his deputy: "Do not disturb the people, do not drink alcohol, depart at dawn tomorrow, and do not enter the city again before reaching the border."
"yes!"
Qin Zhaoqiong and his second brother were both military supervisors, each guarded by a thousand imperial guards, but there were still differences between them.
Although Meng Jian did not accompany her, he made some arrangements, and those who accompanied Qin Zhaoqiong on this trip were all former subordinates from the disaster relief team.
The lieutenant understood that His Highness was going to meet with the Shuofeng delegation, and tonight was the last moment of relaxation for their Imperial Guards before entering the camp.
Even if you can't drink alcohol, it's still good to have a good meal and a good night's sleep.
With the gatekeeper leading the way, Qin Zhaoqiong led twenty riders away.
In less than the time it takes to drink half a cup of tea, we arrived at an inn.
"Halt! Who goes there!"
The entire inn was booked, and Qin Zhaoqiong got a general idea of what was going on.
The deployment of sentries, both visible and hidden, was well-planned, and the soldiers on duty were in good condition.
After revealing his identity, the guard clasped his hands in a salute but did not let him pass. Instead, he sent someone to inform the guard.
Qin Zhaoqiong nodded in agreement. It was a good thing to be cautious in monitoring other countries' delegations.
Soon, a figure as tall as a black iron tower strode over.
He was only a little over five feet tall, but his bulging muscles seemed about to tear his chainmail.
His broad face was like a green rock, with two broken eyebrows slanting into his temples, a neck as thick as an ancient pine, and ten fingers with protruding knuckles like caltrops.
Within its seemingly clumsy body lies a ferocious power capable of tearing apart tigers and leopards.
Approaching, he clasped his hands in a respectful greeting, "Your Highness."
"Commander Li."
After Qin Zhaoqiong came of age, she went to the northern border for training. The person in front of her was also an acquaintance, Li E, the commander of the Xuanwu Army.
"Please, Your Highness."
This place is far from the center of the county town, but relatively close to the city gate.
Since they were an envoy from an enemy country, they naturally didn't receive any special treatment.
If it weren't for the frequent military exchanges at the post stations, the escort team would never have chosen to enter the county town.
Li E was a strong and imposing man, and his first impression was that of a burly and powerful brute, but in fact he was very meticulous.
This isn't a job that brings us any recognition; on the contrary, we're responsible for any unexpected events that might occur.
Sending him here demonstrates his competence, but his appearance could easily mislead others.
The inn was emptied out, and the surrounding area was guarded by both visible and hidden sentries, cutting off all contact with the outside world.
According to Li E, this has been the case all the way, and he will receive the same treatment all the way to Fengjing.
"Commander Li made excellent arrangements; thank you for your hard work."
"Your Highness is too kind."
The inn has a simple structure: a large dormitory-style room at the front, a central hall for eating and drinking, and private rooms in the courtyard at the back.
The backyard was heavily guarded, which was to be expected. Li E led him directly to a house and knocked on the door.
Soon, the door opened, revealing a middle-aged woman.
Despite the sudden visit at night, she showed no sign of panic; her eyes remained calm and serene.
"Captain Li, and who is this gentleman?"
"Your Highness, the First Princess of this Dynasty."
Qin Zhaoqiong made it clear that she did not need guards, and Li E did not insist. After closing the door, he personally stood guard at the door with his sword.
There were three people in the room, and Qin Zhaoqiong's eyes immediately fell on the woman in front of the desk.
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