Under the leadership of Ning Taisun, the large army marched straight in and entered the city at sunset.

The townsfolk were naturally terrified. As soon as they entered the city, they all knelt down. Qin Ze didn't want to trouble the people, and he had no intention of staying in Yu Yuan City for long.

Therefore, Li Jing was ordered to lead his troops to the vicinity of the south city gate and station them there.

And Ning Tai and Sun He, had already set up a banquet in the City Lord's Mansion to welcome Qin Ze.

At this moment, within the military camp of the South City Gate.

Ningtai and Sunhe bowed and entered the tent.

"My Lord, you have traveled a long way and endured much hardship. We in the mansion have prepared wine and food for you. Please come inside and let us wash away your dust and worries."

Inside the tent, Qin Ze sat majestically at the head. Dian Wei sat beside him on a mat, polishing his two iron halberds.

Hearing this, Qin Ze calmly said: "There's no need

“I and the soldiers can do it right here.”

Upon hearing this, Ning Tai bowed and said, "Your Highness arrived with your own provisions, and I am truly unable to entertain all of your soldiers. However, since Your Highness entered Beiliang, everyone has been watching your every battle."

"Now that you are resting in Yuanyuan City, how can I, a lowly official, not express my gratitude and welcome the King?"

Qin Ze raised an eyebrow, looking at Ning Tai's cautious manner. How could he not know what Ning Tai was thinking?

Now that the large army has entered Yuyuan City, even Ning Taisun and his two companions would be terrified, let alone those renowned generals in the Imperial Court. They would find it hard to sleep or eat.

This visit of Ning Tai is merely a way for him to clear his head and wash away dust, but it's really driven by fear in his heart. He's trying to show goodwill through this gesture.

At this time, seeing Qin Ze unmoved, Ning Tai cautiously walked forward and whispered:

"Your Majesty, my underling's daughter is exceptionally beautiful and has a captivating voice. Allow me to have her serve Your Majesty by bathing and dressing you, and while you are at it, she could sing a "Triumphant Song" to comfort you after your arduous journey, wouldn't that be..."

Dian Wei had already pricked up his ears, and before Ning Tai could finish speaking, he glared fiercely.

"Huh? What do you want to do? Are you looking at Lord's youth and thinking of getting closer to him through marriage?"

Such a direct exposure, Ning Tai's face blushed to the roots of his ears. He shamefully lowered his head.

Sun also quickly averted his face, pretending he didn't exist.

Yet Dian Wei continued, turning his head to Qin Ze and saying:

"My lord, the saying goes that it is nature's design for men to be fond of wine and women. This wine is fine, but our grand ambition remains unfulfilled. We must avoid any involvement with the latter."

"There's a saying: 'Be careful with words related to lust, for they can be dangerous!'"

As soon as these words were spoken, Ning Tai blushed and hurriedly waved his hands: "No, no, no, General, you flatter me."

"Your Majesty, I wouldn't dare to overthink things. I simply saw how hard you've worked on your journey, so I arranged this banquet to welcome you and let you relax."

"My daughter has always admired the King, and had spoken to me before about wanting to meet him. After all, someone like him is a rare gem! That's when I casually mentioned it."

Qin Ze covered his face and shook his head.

Dian Wei raised an eyebrow and said seriously, "Well! Your daughter probably wants to hang onto a gold-plated son-in-law!"

"You want to be a cheap father-in-law, don't you!"

When Ning Ta saw Dian Wei's fierce appearance, his heart was filled with terror. He trembled like chaff and hurriedly knelt down, trembling as he said:

"I dare not, I dare not. How could a lowly official have such thoughts."

"My lord... my lord..."

Níng Tài, filled with fear, could barely speak.

Dian Wei crossed his arms and continued, "Hmph, are you trying to set up a 'gentleman's haven' to hold back my lord?"

"Huh?"

Qin Ze waved his hand: "Okay, okay."

"I was merely passing through Yu Yuan City. I would not harm any of you, nor the common folk."

"There's no need to panic. Just do your duty."

Upon hearing this, the two people nodded eagerly.

Then Qin Ze shifted his tone, speaking in a low voice:

However, as you all know, whenever I make a move, every battle I engage in is fought with the aim of complete annihilation.

"Immediately, I shall leave Yuanyuan City and continue south. If I hear that you are not fulfilling your duties... then you best be careful."

Ning Tai hastily waved his hand: "This official dares not! From now on, this official will always follow the lead of Your Highness, and dedicate my life to you without hesitation!"

Sun also chimed in.

Qin Ze shook his head and said, "Serving the people is serving me. Do you understand?"

They looked at each other and nodded repeatedly.

Qin Ze hummed in response, saying softly:

Tomorrow we will leave the city and continue southward. Taicheng is not far from here, I want to get there as soon as possible.

Without visiting Jinling, I can't sleep soundly.

"Go back, don't forget what you said."

Son and Ning bowed immediately and retreated slowly. But just as they reached the entrance of the tent, Ning Tai turned around and said:

"My lord, Ma from Taizhong City and I are very good friends."

"The official wishes to draft a letter and begs the Lord King to go to Taizhong City first and persuade him to surrender."

"When armies meet, it's always better to..." He seemed to realize he was overstepping, and hastily stopped himself, his face once again contorted with fear.

Qin Ze let out a light chuckle and nodded, saying "good."

Out of the tent, Sun and Xiao whispered complaints about Ning Tai: "I almost did something good turn bad. I almost made the King think we were up to no good."

Ning Tai pretended not to hear, he let out a long sigh and said:

Looking back now, compared to that previous cowardly little Wang... no, Jin Jiande, the king truly deserves great things.

"Great! Excellent!"

Ning Tai lowered his head and chuckled softly, his steps becoming lighter.

Sun scratched his head, unable to understand why the timid Ning was acting so strangely. He hurried after him...

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"Don't come here! Traitor!"

"Come quickly! Come quickly! Stop this traitor!"

"Golden Wind! Who else is left?! I've killed them all! Hmph!"

A black hand shot out from the darkness.

"Let go of me! This is my dragon robe, let me go!"

"My dragon robe? That's mine!"

"Since you've worn it for so long, let me wear it for a change!"

With a

"Sizzle," the dragon robe was ripped away by that black hand.

"No, this is my dragon robe, this is mine!"

"May you die a traitor's death, for daring to steal my dragon robe, you...you deserve ten thousand deaths!"

"You are the thief! You are a traitor to your country!"

"The mountains and rivers were conquered by my father, but you killed him and now you want to harm me! I'm here to take back what belongs to me!"

"Humph, so even without the dragon robe you're just a mortal shell. Today, you shall pay for everything!"

A shadowy figure sprang from the darkness, its face becoming increasingly clear.

It had green face and fangs, its blood-filled maw spilling crimson blood.

His eyes gleamed with malice, his crimson pupils radiating fury and cruelty.

"Help me! Save me!"

Here comes, Your Majesty.

A heart-wrenching scream echoed through the chamber, and the palace maids looked on with fear and trepidation at the lifeless face of Jin Fengluan upon the Dragon Throne.

As darkness gradually faded, the flickering candlelight illuminated the room. Jin Fengluan suddenly opened her eyes.

This was already her unknown number of nightmares.

"Whew—"

She gasped for breath, though covered by a silk dragon robe, she felt no warmth at all.

Being’s body was already drenched in cold sweat, his undergarments clinging tightly to his skin, making even Jin Fengluan's breath difficult.

"A mischievous spirit must be at play! She was sweating profusely and gasped for breath as she spoke."