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"Yet who knows who the commander of the Allied Forces is this time?"
Li Xin, already feeling annoyed, responded curtly to the newly joined Feng Quji, who kept asking questions, "What’s it to you? Are you planning to assassinate someone once you know their name?"
Despite their brief interaction, Kong Liang, the Keeper of Linzi Branch, had already noticed that this old classmate Feng was quite sharp-witted. Moreover, since Feng was from Linzi City, it was only natural for him to consider Feng as a subordinate of Linzi Branch. Hearing someone question this, he chimed in supportively, "This plan isn’t without merit! If we can’t defeat the Thousand Troops and Horses, taking out one or two people should be a piece of cake!"
Li Xin shot a glance at Kong Liang and scoffed, "You should focus on doing your own job well first!"
Seeing that everyone was getting too heated, Luzi raised his hand to stop Kong Liang from starting an argument. He exchanged a glance with Sun Thirteen, signaling him to distribute the Brown Sugar Hawthorn Skewers they had bought to cool things down. Initially intending to join in on the fun, he felt his teeth weren't as strong as before. So he held back from having another skewer and handed the candy hawthorn to Xiao Yu'er.
Thanks to Sun Thirteen's thoughtfulness in bringing back such delicious treats for the brothers, everyone discovered a miracle: these red fruit skewers really could help cool them down. They exchanged glances and fell silent, decisively munching away.
For certain reasons, the Queen Dowager deliberately concealed some information. She did not inform Luzi that the commander of the Allied Forces was Wei Wujie; she merely stated that she was also unaware. Luzi assumed that this Queen of Qi was not in the know and thus did not pursue the matter further.
Taking advantage of the brothers being occupied with their food, he said, "Remember when Su Qin persuaded the Feudal States for Alliance and Diplomacy? The then Chancellor of the Six States also led troops against the odds. Unfortunately, the Queen Dowager does not know who is leading this Allied Forces." After speaking, he inquired about how Kong Liang's task was progressing.
Upon being called upon, Kong Liang stepped forward to report accurately on his work. According to reliable inside information, there had only been two outsiders entering and exiting Qi King's Palace in the past month. One was Wei Guo Gongzi Wu Ji, while the identity of the other remained unverified. If Wei Wujie could not fulfill the Alliance and Diplomacy plan, then the other person was highly suspicious!
Hearing such a response made Li Xin squint his eyes as he swallowed down the sugar hawthorn. Spitting out some saliva in frustration, he remarked, "Since there’s significant suspicion but no way to verify it, you all seem to be taking it too easy!"
However, Luzi did not share this view; after all, too little time had passed since they assigned their tasks. With this answer emerging, he suddenly felt more assured. Yet this assurance did not provide a solution to their problem but rather solidified an answer that left him incredulous.
"No need for verification! I believe that person has already returned to report!" Luzi declared. He then instructed Xiao Yu'er to prepare ink and brush to finalize a memorial. He stood up and handed it over to Sun Thirteen while advising Li Xin, who was protecting the messenger, to be cautious along the way.
"Thank you both for your hard work. Be sure to deliver this memorial to our king as soon as possible. Depart immediately. The sooner you go, the sooner you return! We must protect the main force of our army and achieve this in one go!"
The two who received the order, Sun Thirteen and Li Xin, exchanged glances and immediately expressed their determination to complete the mission at all costs. They bid farewell to their brothers with a fist salute and then turned to leave in haste.
Feng Quji watched the two depart and reminded them, "Innkeeper! It's late at night; the city gate doesn't allow random entry and exit."
Luzi and Kong Liang exchanged glances and simultaneously shook their heads with a smile.
Kind-hearted Kong Liang approached Feng Quji to clarify, explaining that since it was members of Prosperity Record leaving the city, there was no reason to deny them passage. As for needing official documentation, a bamboo plaque engraved with Prosperity Record would suffice.
Feng Quji was taken aback by this explanation; it sounded simple but was not so straightforward. If King Qi's presence were not involved, the generals below would not dare make such a decision. This meant that Lu the Shopkeeper had applied for an exception from King Qi.
What is a city gate? The city gate is essentially the entrance to the House of Qi!
During the day, it didn't matter much; people could come and go freely. However, at night, things were different; this gate had its responsibilities for guarding. Without the homeowner's consent, even close relations were not allowed to intrude. Even ordinary citizens could not enter or exit their homes at night without permission, let alone the main gate of the capital of Qi State!
It might also be that Prosperity Record frequently handled such matters, so they did not feel there was anything inappropriate about it. Now, not only in the capital of Qi State but also in various Feudal States, similar rules applied. Among them, Qin State enforced these regulations most strictly but still opened doors for those presenting Prosperity Record bamboo plaques.
Upon arriving hurriedly at the city gate, Sun Thirteen and Li Xin confirmed this statement by showing their identity badges to the duty guards, who immediately allowed them to exit the city.
For the guards, this identity badge was equivalent to a royal decree from King Qi. Moreover, since it was not wartime, there was no concern that this could be an enemy spy impersonating someone just to relay information about the city's defenses.
Li Xin looked back at the gradually receding Linzi County Town and suddenly felt a sense of confusion and loss. Quietly watching the torches on the City Wall form a line, he knew they were about to embark on a long journey. He sat alongside Sun Thirteen, who was urging his horse forward, and asked if he wanted to take a moment's rest. The answer was no rest; they could only continue gazing ahead at the road stretching out before them.
They say the moon on the fifteenth is rounder on the sixteenth, and it certainly seems to be true at this moment. The beautiful full moon has transformed into a smiling face, releasing a blue-white light that illuminates the path ahead. The rugged mountain road does not hinder anyone's pace; the light hoofbeats express this determination more firmly and solidly.
Holding his bow and arrow, Li Xin surveyed the surrounding mountains and the winding paths illuminated by moonlight, thinking that his own Heavenly Road was indeed impressive. He had reason to believe that once the world was unified, that convenient highway would stretch across China.
By then, going to the seaside with his parents to watch the sunrise would no longer be a dream. By then, he could embrace the sea every morning with deep affection and call out to the sun to break free from the ocean's grasp and leap into the sky to illuminate this land.
By then, he could breathe in the moist, fresh sea breeze every night and gaze up at the stars in the night sky. He would have time to search for his own star, enjoying carefree moments brought by peace.
Clearly moved by the bustling night scene of Qi State's capital, Li Xin found it hard to pull away; it was a true tranquility bestowed upon humanity by peace. No wonder talented individuals across the world are in pursuit of peace; it turns out that peace is so enchanting.
At this moment, as Li Xin looked up at the starry sky again, he felt a sense of serenity. Overwhelmed with emotion, tears filled his eyes, and as he hurriedly lowered his head to wipe them away, he heard Sun Thirteen asking him what was wrong...
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