321 The Rise and Fall of the Royal City (Chapter 49)
The pride he felt from just breaking through to become a Martial King vanished completely. However, seeing his young lady still so composed, he felt a sense of satisfaction. This place also needed to develop peacefully.
Today's events served as a wake-up call for them; in this world, one must always be on high alert. Yun Heiyi looked at the two and transmitted his voice, "From tonight onwards, we will take turns on duty. The teams will rotate every three days, and each team will double its size. Proceed with caution."
Furthermore, the team's night patrol area has been shortened to five li (approximately 2.5 kilometers). We will discuss this further after the surrounding area has been thoroughly cleaned up in a few days.
Zhang Dazhuang and Yun Baiyi nodded without objection, feeling a pang of guilt. They had both become Martial Kings, yet their son-in-law still had to step in and clean up the mess. They felt truly ashamed!
The clatter of hooves approached slowly and rhythmically. Jin Feng drove two carriages, on which the banner bearing the character "He" fluttered fiercely in the wind. At this moment, he was simple yet incredibly majestic.
"My lord, madam, please get in the carriage," Jin Feng said respectfully.
He nodded slightly, patted Jin Feng on the shoulder, glanced at the women, and they all nodded. In a short while, Han Linling, Jingzhai, Yun Su, Piao Miaoyue, and Yun Qing and Yun Shuni, who were being pulled along, all got into the first car.
Having abandoned her lover, she was left alone in the carriage. Yun Shuni quietly went to the coachman's seat and became the coachman. The carriage slowly moved forward, and she even turned back with a smile to look at her son-in-law. She was quite mischievous.
Inside the carriage, several people chuckled softly, finding it somewhat amusing. Jingzhai discreetly examined Yun Qing and whispered, "Don't cultivate for the next few days; rest quietly."
Yun Qing nodded gently and whispered, "Thank you, Master."
Han Linling looked at the weapon in Yun Qing's hand. Although it was extraordinary, it wasn't a top-tier weapon. She smiled softly at Yun Su and said, "Have Chen Lang collect some ore. I'll reforge one for General Yun Qing. If luck is on our side, it might even become a divine weapon."
Upon hearing this, Yun Qing was momentarily dazed. The word "Chen Lang" held so many possibilities, and only too many possibilities. A touch of loneliness welled up in her heart, and she softly expressed her gratitude, "Thank you, Miss Han."
Yun Su nodded in agreement, saying, "We do need to acquire some high-quality materials. I'll let Shen Lang know." Her kind words stirred a strange feeling in Yun Qing and Yun Shuni.
As they passed by Miss Zuo, the women all glanced at her curiously. She was clearly a beautiful woman dressed as a man, and they couldn't help but admire her. It was truly a rare sight these days.
Miss Zuo, looking at so many stunning beauties, no less beautiful than her young lady, with their long legs, hot figures, and outstanding beauty, elegance, and extraordinary looks and temperament, she was breathtakingly beautiful, beyond description. She was naturally beautiful, like a fairy.
Even if it were one's own young lady here, she would feel pressured and find it difficult to outshine the one opposite her. If she were to join the Lian family, perhaps there would be a glimmer of hope. It would be a close contest, with neither side gaining the upper hand.
Such a beautiful and talented woman in the world, why are they all concentrated in one person? I'm speechless.
A slight smile appeared on her face, and Miss Zuo returned the gesture with a gentle clasped fist. She thought to herself, 'I've been visiting these past two days.'
After boarding the carriage, Jin Feng began to drive away slowly. When he passed Miss Zuo and Uncle Hong of the Ji family, he nodded slightly as a greeting, indicating that everyone was welcome and asked them to maintain order.
The two were momentarily stunned. A simple greeting, a simple person, clear eyes, a tall and straight figure, up close, an irresistible charm, Miss Zuo, at this moment, their hearts felt like they were beating fast, a feeling arose spontaneously.
No wonder the young lady was so shocked after meeting the Holy Emperor once. Such a gentleman, as handsome as jade, is unparalleled in the world. It is truly astonishing that one can tell at a glance that this person is reliable.
She exudes an indescribable charm that is irresistible.
The carriage sped by, both slowly and quickly. Everyone stood on both sides, automatically making way for it. Patrol team members and city guards all stood on both sides, watching their lord leave. A deep sense of pride welled up in their hearts for having such a lord.
Those who witnessed it all felt fear and dread, and the sheer closeness to death they had experienced, the very edge of life and death, gave them a deeper understanding and appreciation of the Market Master's abilities.
Farmers in patched rags, scholars in long robes, merchants, and those still living in distant villages—at this moment, all felt a deep sense of security at the border market.
With such a powerful figure guarding it, this market is truly safe.
The man in the thin clothes whispered to his wife beside him, "When we get back, we'll gather all our belongings and find a place to stay in the city. I've heard there are cheap little rooms available; it's better than staying outside the city."
In the distant fields, they would get up early in the morning, follow the horse-drawn carriage out of the city, and return in the evening. Although they earned less, it was safer.
The eldest child in the family can work now. When that time comes, let them stay home while you come with me, or ask around among acquaintances if there's any work available. It's better than living in constant fear.
His wife, hearing this, nodded excitedly and with concern, her eyes filled with anticipation. "This will be hard on you, my husband."
Looking into his wife's eyes, he knew he couldn't let this opportunity slip away.
Having just walked through the gates of hell, filled with deep fear and unease, one feels only happiness when the wind blows through eggshells. At this moment, tending to the nearby fertile fields may provide extra income, but who wouldn't want to live, to live a life they can?
The man who had been leading a few young men earlier whispered, "See? Humph, now you know how dangerous it is outside."
If it weren't for the adults and the many soldiers, we would probably be wandering ghosts by now. We must be diligent in our daily lives, learning some martial arts or calligraphy, whether in the city or by joining the main force to farm. Don't act alone.
These opportunities, these rare treasures, aren't things you greenhorns who haven't learned anything can risk. You need some skill to take risks, understand? From now on, focus on your work and stop daydreaming all the time.
In the distance, those who had hesitated before now agreed, thinking, 'If my daughter is willing, marrying this soldier isn't a bad choice. At least, if the demon beasts come, someone can protect her, and she might even survive.'
Some traveling merchants, as well as some large merchants who trade all over the world, all had the same feeling at this moment: they should quickly inform the people they needed to inform. At this moment, there was great potential, safety, and stability, and they needed to quickly increase their bets.
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