flstandardbreds Chapter 138 Border Operation
Chapter 138 Border Operation
Nanping Prefecture was bustling with activity, with everyone busy with their own affairs.
Yan Wanwan watched as her ideas were finally put into practice and all the tasks were assigned in an orderly manner. The tension in her heart finally relaxed a little, and she had a rare moment of leisure.
She strolled along the street, intending to enjoy this rare leisure time, but before long, she noticed something strange about the people around her.
Everyone who met her eyes would quickly look away after a brief glance, and then start whispering to each other.
Those tiny sounds buzzed in her ears like mosquitoes and flies, making her feel irritated.
Yan Wanwan was annoyed by these inexplicable stares and finally couldn't help but complain to Xiao Tao beside her in a low voice: "Why are they looking at me like this?"
Xiao Tao hesitated for a moment, a look of embarrassment on her face. She stammered, "Miss, because you refused to offer our furniture as a tribute to the emperor, they all think you're... a little silly."
Hearing this, Yan Wanwan couldn't help but sneer, her eyes full of disdain, "What do they know? Anyone willing to treat things as royal tribute is a true fool."
These people were short-sighted, only seeing the temporary glory and benefits that being a tribute could bring, but not the hidden risks. If there was even the slightest mistake, all their hard work and efforts would be wasted, and they would only be making things easier for others, ultimately achieving nothing.
Xiao Tao didn't have much foresight and couldn't understand such far-reaching things, but she knew in her heart that her young lady always acted reasonably.
"Miss, the items from the General's Mansion have all been delivered, and the housekeeper has also come along. He is now waiting to pay his respects to you at the County Lady's Mansion."
Yan Wanwan nodded and said, "Okay, let's go back now."
On the other hand, outside the military camp at the border, a horse galloped in like an arrow, raising a cloud of dust.
Ling Ying took the letter handed to him from horseback, unfolded it, and was immediately shocked. Without thinking too much, he immediately lifted the curtain and rushed into the military camp.
"General, there's a letter from the mansion." Ling Ying's voice trembled slightly.
Qin Yu was buried in a pile of documents at the moment, his brows furrowed, his pen scribbling on the paper. Upon hearing Ling Ying's words, he simply nodded slightly without looking up and said casually, "Just put it there."
Seeing this, Ling Ying became even more anxious and said hurriedly, "General, something terrible has happened. Madam has taken away all her belongings from the mansion."
As soon as these words were spoken, the originally quiet air seemed to freeze in an instant. For a moment, it was so quiet that only his breathing could be heard.
Qin Yu paused for a moment, then slowly raised his head, a look of surprise and confusion in his eyes. He looked at Ling Ying and asked, "Took him away? Did the housekeeper tell him why?"
Ling Ying quickly replied, "No, the housekeeper just said that the lady is in need in Nanping Mansion and will be staying there for the time being. She will go back after you return home."
When Qin Yu heard this, his expression remained calm, but a hint of imperceptible anxiety flashed in his eyes.
He silently opened the letter and quickly read through it, only to find that the content of the letter was exactly the same as what Ling Ying had said.
"Go and bring me a copy of the recent news from Nanping Prefecture." Qin Yu's voice was low and majestic.
Ling Ying did not dare to delay at all. He immediately turned around and walked to the shelf next to him which was piled with various bamboo tubes. After searching for a while, he pulled out a bamboo tube which contained more than a dozen letters, all of which were related to Nanping Prefecture.
These were collected by Qin Yu after Yan Wanwan returned to Nanping Prefecture.
Qin Yu quickly flipped through the letter, then nodded slightly and said calmly, "There's been a lot of activity in Nanping Prefecture lately, and Madam is naturally very busy. Since the things have been taken away, let them be. You should inform the butler immediately and have him prepare a set of the things Madam usually uses, so as to avoid the trouble of carrying them back and forth."
"Yes, I will send someone to inform the butler right away." Ling Ying responded respectfully.
"Also, dispatch the team from Jingzhao to protect the lady's personal safety. Do not slack off in the slightest." Qin Yu's eyes revealed a trace of concern as he solemnly ordered.
Ling Ying nodded quickly, but a bad premonition suddenly arose in his heart. He always felt that the lady's actions this time seemed to be hidden and not as simple as they seemed.
Inside the tent, Qin Yu sat quietly at his desk, silently and carefully reading the letter sent from the mansion, his expression growing increasingly solemn. After a while, he sighed slightly, thinking to himself: I've finally offended you! Now that things have come to this, I must take action.
Thinking of this, Qin Yu immediately ordered people to gather several generals at the border to the tent to discuss how to deal with the Western Regions.
The previous attempts have already made him fully aware of the opponent's cards. Now the time is ripe and there is no need to wait any longer. He must strike as soon as possible to gain the upper hand.
Soon, several generals rushed into the tent.
Seeing that everyone was gathered, Qin Yu stood up suddenly and ordered in a serious voice, "Everyone, there is no need to say anything more at this moment. Get ready immediately. We will attack the enemy tonight and make sure to capture them all in one fell swoop. Not a single one will escape!"
When everyone heard this, their blood boiled. They had been waiting for this moment for a long time.
They were all in high spirits, shouting in unison: "Yes, we will do our best to live up to the general's trust!"
The resounding voice echoed in the tent for a long time.
When everyone turned around and prepared to leave the tent, Qin Yu suddenly shouted, "Wait a minute."
The voice was not loud, but it revealed an unquestionable majesty.
The man at the end of the team turned around inadvertently and met Qin Yu's hawk-like sharp gaze. His heart tightened and he subconsciously lowered his head quickly. His voice trembled and he said, "General, any other instructions?"
Qin Yu, like a beast stalking its prey, fixed his gaze on the other person and asked, "Have you sent any messages to anyone outside these days?"
"General?"
A flicker of barely concealed panic crossed the man's face, but he quickly forced himself to remain calm and said, "I really don't understand what you are talking about, General."
Qin Yu slowly stood up and walked towards him step by step.
Every step seemed to be stepping on people's hearts. As he approached, a captivating pressure came over him, tightly wrapping around the man, making him feel like he was stuck in a quagmire, unable to move, and his head drooped even lower.
"boom!"
A stack of letters was slammed heavily on the table. The familiar appearance made the man turn pale instantly and cold sweat rolled down his face.