"What, is it related to us?" Hong Xiaoduo asked as she watched the Pavilion Master of Lan Pavilion walk towards her with a serious expression.
Because she sensed it wasn't good news, she didn't even wait for Pavilion Master Lan to speak first.
"I just received news that the neighboring country of Yunwu has invaded the southwestern border, and war has broken out there. Are you still going?" The Pavilion Master Lan asked as he handed the note he had just received to Hong Xiaoduo.
Hong Xiaoduo took the note, read its contents, and then looked at Da Xiaoxiao, who was busy cooking dinner, and Tianquan, who was intently reading the military book she had just given him.
"Thank you, Pavilion Master. I still need to go to Huazhou. However, since the war has broken out there, Pavilion Master should pack up and return home instead," Hong Xiaoduo quickly replied.
"What? There's a war going on over there and you still want to go? Aren't you going to discuss it with Master Quan and the others before making a decision? This war is between two countries, not the bandits and brigands we'll encounter along the way." Lan Zechen was very surprised when he heard her decision.
Upon hearing this, Hong Xiaoduo smiled and said, "In our family, I make the decisions on important matters."
"Ah, haha, how could I forget? You're the head of this family." Lan Zechen paused for a moment, then forced a laugh.
He admitted that the girl in front of him was quite capable, but looking at this whole family, only she and Master Quan were skilled in martial arts. Fei Yan and her five children, even if they also practiced martial arts, could they be considered the same?
No one can predict how a border war will develop. If you encounter enemy troops crossing the border, it won't be just a few or dozens, but at least hundreds or thousands. At that point, no matter how skilled you are, it won't be enough.
As the saying goes, even two fists can't beat four hands, and even a fierce tiger fears a pack of wolves!
Lan Zechen thought this in his heart, but he didn't dare to say it to her. Seeing that she was deep in thought, he silently returned to his tent.
He also needed to think carefully about whether he should go to Huazhou on the border with them.
Lan Zechen admitted that he was afraid of death, but he didn't think it was shameful. He had parents to support, a wife, children, and grandchildren to raise, and Duobaoge to manage. He hadn't lived enough yet, so naturally he didn't want to die.
This time, abandoning his business to follow her was a kind of indulgence, but for him, it was also a chance to travel and relax. He had been managing the Duobaoge business for many years, and his occasional trips were for business matters.
But knowing that the place he was going to was dangerous, it would be irrational for him to still go.
Moreover, Hong Xiaoduo insisted on going in order to find Tianquan's relatives. Even though she knew that war had broken out there, she still insisted on going. She probably thought that if Gong Wei was really Tianquan's father, then she should go even more.
When war breaks out, Gong Wei, as the general guarding the border, will undoubtedly lead his troops to fight. However, on the battlefield, swords and spears have no eyes, and anything can happen.
If Gong Wei were to die in battle, not knowing that his lost son was still alive and never being able to see him, that would be a regret for Tianquan!
It was one thing not knowing about Tianxuan's parents before, but now that they know, they're already on their way to meet them. However, they're temporarily not going because of the war. If something bad happens there, not only will Tianquan be disappointed, but Xiaoduo herself will also have a knot in her heart.
After this analysis, Lan Zechen understood Hong Xiaoduo's decision.
For her and Tianquan, this was something they had to do, something that nothing could stop them from giving up.
To avoid being accused of being a coward, he gritted his teeth and continued to go with her. To be honest, he was just a burden to her, adding trouble for her.
So, it really is time to head home.
Thinking of this, Lan Zechen immediately asked Jin Gui to bring paper and pen, wrote a few short sentences, tied them to the carrier pigeon's ankle, and released it in the southwest direction.
At the dinner table, Hong Xiaoduo told everyone the news that Lan Zechen had given her, as well as her decision.
To Lan Zechen's surprise, after hearing her words, Quan Jinghuai, Feiyan, and the children all had the same reaction—"Mmm, okay, we understand."
Jin Gui and Guard Liu only learned about the war in Huazhou in the southwest from Hong Xiaoduo. However, they couldn't care less about Hong Xiaoduo's decision. They looked at their master, wondering if they should continue to follow them regardless.
Lan Zechen ignored his two subordinates and looked at Quan Jinghuai, as if to say, "These kids are just young and fearless, unaware of the dangerous situation over there. How could you, their master, not know?"
Why not try to persuade them or something? Or perhaps, just take Tianquan with you and leave the others in a safe place, away from the war?
Quan Jinghuai merely glanced at Hong Xiaoduo and a few disciples before continuing to focus on eating the shepherd's purse pancakes made by his second disciple, along with a few side dishes to accompany his drinks.
"Otherwise, if you trust me, you two can take Tianquan to Huazhou to recognize his relatives. I'll take care of them for you," Lan Zechen couldn't help but say.
"No need, thank you, Uncle Pavilion Master," the youngest, Yao Guang, was the first to respond.
The other children also smiled and looked at him, which was a response.
"Yes, thank you for your kindness, Pavilion Master Lan. Since they are not afraid, I will take them all with me. It's a good opportunity for them to gain experience in a big arena. Mountain bandits and robbers are no longer interesting." Hong Xiaoduo responded with a smile.
Lan Zechen was at a loss for words. He felt that she was being a bit too arrogant. Listen to what she was saying: go to big scenes to gain experience. Mountain bandits and robbers are no fun!
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