The Qiao family believed that the young emperor and Qiao Ruoxi were dead, so they did not impose martial law in the palace.
Because of their arrogance, Shen Ruoxi and Pei Yaozhou took the imperial seal and two boxes of gold, slipped through the search, successfully left the palace, and headed straight for the Beidaying in the opposite direction.
Half a month later, the two people who were used to driving finally arrived at the north city gate on horseback.
I thought I could enter the city smoothly, but I was stopped by the soldiers guarding the city.
"There have been frequent wars recently, and General Luo has ordered that no one, no matter who they are or what the reason, is allowed to enter the city." The young soldier was young, but he was unmoved and insisted on keeping them outside.
Pei Yaozhou and Shen Ruoxi looked at each other helplessly and smiled.
If the guards in the imperial city were this strict, they wouldn't be able to fly out even if they grew wings.
"It seems that we can't enter this city, and it will be even more difficult to meet General Luo. We have to think of other ways." Pei Yaozhou frowned slightly.
Shen Ruoxi smiled: "I have a way."
Pei Yaozhou was a little surprised: "What method?"
Shen Ruoxi didn't respond to Pei Yaozhou's words, but went towards the soldiers guarding the gate again.
The soldier ruthlessly stopped Shen Ruoxi again: "Why are you here again? I told you not to enter. If the city is broken, you won't be able to escape by then!"
"I want to see General Luo." Shen Ruoxi's voice was clear.
The soldiers were amused: "We won't even let you into the city, and you still want to see General Luo?"
“I know the whereabouts of General Luo’s daughter.” Shen Ruoxi spoke again.
The soldier's expression suddenly changed: "Girl, you can't make such a joke."
Shen Ruoxi took out a paper bag and handed it to the soldier: "You just need to pass this to General Luo and ask him if there is a small red mole on the back of his daughter's neck?"
The soldier took the paper package, opened it and took a look. It turned out to be an old gold locket with the pattern worn flat.
"Okay, I'll pass the message on for you right away. If you lie and get caught by General Luo, you'll be in trouble!" the soldier threatened.
Shen Ruoxi smiled: “Please!”
"What is that necklace?" Pei Yaozhou's voice sounded in Shen Ruoxi's ears.
"Ever since I can remember, that necklace has been hanging around my neck. Before I was sent to the mountains, I asked my mother about its origins, but she was hesitant and refused to tell me. She just told me to wear it close to my body, hoping that it would bring me other opportunities."
Shen Ruoxi smiled calmly: "This is probably one of the few times she has felt guilty. Now that I think about it, this necklace should be the one left to me by my biological parents."
"Actually, I'm not sure, but it's better to take a gamble than to stand outside and get eaten by the wind and sand. After all, we rode here with great difficulty."
There was a hint of playfulness in Shen Ruoxi's words, which made the time spent in the biting wind and sand less torturous.
Half an hour later, the little soldier hurried back. Seeing Shen Ruoxi was still there, he was obviously relieved, and his attitude was obviously much more enthusiastic than before.
"Miss, General Luo invites you to come into the city and have a chat in his tent!"
Shen Ruoxi and Pei Yaozhou looked at each other and it was done!
"Please lead the way."
"Miss, do you really have any news about our princess? You don't know that the general lost the princess in battle that year, and he has been blaming himself ever since. He even refused to return home and stayed in this windy and sandy place."
"If the general finds the princess, he will be very happy, and we will all be happy for her return!"
Along the way, the little soldier chattered incessantly, but Shen Ruoxi could feel General Luo’s guilt and love for his daughter from his words.
Shen Ruoxi felt a little warm in her heart: “I believe your princess will be very happy to see General Luo.”
The young soldier pursed his lips and said, "If our princess has lived well these years, it would be fine. But if she hasn't, and she hates the general and thinks that he abandoned her, then it will be difficult to deal with."
Shen Ruoxi smiled: “Don’t worry, it won’t happen.”
As they were talking, they changed carriages and arrived at Beidaying.
Although the conditions in the city are obviously better, General Luo chose to stay in the camp. It can be seen that he really puts the safety of the border first.
Before she could even sit down on the stool and the hot tea was served, Shen Ruoxi heard a burst of anxious footsteps and a man's strong voice coming from outside the door.
"Where's the distinguished guest?"
Soon, a familiar figure appeared before her.
Luo Xuan was wearing silver armor and holding a silver spear. He looked anxious, as if he had just come down from the training ground.
However, when his eyes swept over the two people in the room, the spear in his hand fell to the ground with a "bang".
He took two quick steps forward, tears welling in his eyes. "Your Majesty, Queen Mother! How wonderful! You're not dead! I knew it must be those old scoundrels with ulterior motives, forging the imperial edict!"
As he said this, Luo Xuan was about to kneel down and pay his respects.
Before Shen Ruoxi could react, Pei Yaozhou took the lead and helped the person up: “Don’t kneel, you can’t bear it.”
This is his father-in-law!
Luo Xuan was stunned: "You are His Majesty. As a subject, I should kneel and pay homage to you!"
Shen Ruoxi coughed lightly: "Since His Majesty has said so, General, please listen to His Majesty."
Luo Xuan nodded deeply moved. "Your Majesty is approachable. As your subjects, we must serve you with all our hearts and souls and will never let those treacherous villains succeed!"
Luo Xuan came straight to the point, saving them a lot of effort in explaining.
"General Luo, General Gu also betrayed me. There are not many people left whom I can trust, and you are the one I trust the most!" Pei Yaozhou's identity changed very quickly, and he flattered the general very loudly.
Even Shen Ruoxi was a little surprised. If Pei Yaozhou entered the entertainment industry, he would definitely be able to win the Best Actor award.
Hearing this, Luo Xuan's eyes became moist and hot. He stood up and bowed, "It is an honor for this old minister to have the trust of Your Majesty!"
Pei Yaozhou gestured for Luo Xuan to sit down and continued, "Although the Imperial City has been occupied by them, the Imperial Seal is in our hands. We still have some time before they come up with the idea of using peaches instead of plums."
Luo Xuan nodded thoughtfully: "Your Majesty has considered everything. As long as we have the imperial seal, we will have a legitimate reason to fight."
"I know several generals who are loyal to the emperor. I will immediately write them a letter and summon them to return to the capital!"
Pei Yaozhou nodded and said, "Okay, I'll leave this matter to you. Ruoxi and I will stay here for the time being. I hope the general can keep our identities hidden for the time being to avoid gossip."
Luo Xuanshen bowed again and said, "Your Majesty and the Queen Mother, rest assured. This Bei Daying is remote, and I am the only one who has met your Majesty and the Queen Mother. I will keep my mouth shut!"
After finishing the serious talk, Luo Xuan ordered his men to arrange accommodation for Shen Ruoxi and Pei Yaozhou.
Seeing Shen Ruoxi was about to leave, Luo Xuan hesitated for a moment, but still called out to stop her.
"Please stay, Empress Dowager. A soldier just reported that someone knows the whereabouts of my daughter. But you?"
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