mesbooks Chapter 159 He really is a spy from Nansang.
Chapter 159 He really is a spy from Nansang.
Guan Lingcheng.
A soldier rushed into the tent: "Report—!"
"General! A woman has arrived outside, bringing a lot of grain!"
The soldier's face, red from the cold, gleamed with excitement.
They had been starving for many days, and Nan Sang was pressing them hard. It seemed that Guanling City was about to fall, but just then, a goddess descended from the sky, bringing with her so much food!
God is really wise!
Fucha Xiangming suddenly stood up from his chair, "What did you say?!"
"food?"
How could there be food?!
The soldier's face beamed with joy as he nodded vigorously, "There's still so much grain!"
"More than the batch that was stolen from us before!"
Fucha Xiangming's face suddenly darkened, and he pressed his hands on the table, unconsciously squeezing the stack of military intelligence in front of him.
A look of surprise and uncertainty flashed in his eyes.
The grain in the military camp had long been stolen by Nan Sang.
Even if we were to transport grain from the nearest city, given the current weather conditions, it would be impossible to reach that destination so quickly!
Moreover, with the mountains blocked by heavy snow, crops in the nearby cities were already scarce.
How can there be so much food?!
His eyes were sinister, and he suddenly asked the soldier, "You said it was a woman who brought the grain?"
The soldier nodded excitedly: "Yes! And she's very beautiful!"
"It's like a fairy descending to earth!" He raised his hand and gestured exaggeratedly. "Everyone went to see the spectacle, saying that a goddess had descended from heaven."
Otherwise, how could such a slender girl transport so much grain?
Fucha Xiangming took a step forward and lifted the tent flap: "Where is he? Take me there to see him."
"Hey!" The soldier immediately led the way.
Zhai Rongyu was surrounded by a group of grown men, and she was both amused and exasperated.
"Fairy Sister," a younger soldier said, "are you really sent by heaven to save us?"
"So, does that mean our Dragon Flame will definitely be able to defeat Nan Sang this time?"
"May Heaven bless my Dragon Flame!"
"May Heaven bless my Dragon Flame!"
For a moment, the soldiers surrounded the grain and Zhai Rongyu, shouting and cheering. The hunger of the past few days seemed less unbearable.
They were so enthusiastic that Zhai Rongyu couldn't get a word in edgewise.
"What are you all shouting about!" A deep, cold male voice rang out, and the soldiers instantly fell silent.
"General Fucha!" the soldiers said respectfully.
Fucha Xiangming pushed through the crowd and walked up to Zhai Rongyu, looking her up and down with a questioning expression. "You're the one who delivered the grain?"
The girl before him was stunningly beautiful, draped in a fiery red cloak, with a band of snow-white fur around her neck that made her face appear even more fair and delicate.
Her almond-shaped eyes sparkled and were incredibly lively.
She is indeed a beauty.
Zhai Rong raised an eyebrow to meet his gaze and nodded slightly.
His surname was Fucha, and he enjoyed considerable prestige.
[It must be the lieutenant who betrayed my brother.]
When Fucha Xiangming saw the mountain of grain piled up behind her, his expression suddenly changed.
"Did you transport all this grain by yourself?"
Zhai Rong twirled the ribbons inside her cloak, her eyes playful. "What?"
She wanted to see how Fucha Xiangming would deal with the fact that he had finally managed to transport the military rations with the help of Nansang, and now that there was so much more grain.
Fucha Xiangming narrowed his eyes and said loudly, "This young lady's origins are unknown, everyone must not trust her!"
"Who knows, she might be a spy deliberately sent by Nan Sang!"
Upon hearing this, the soldiers immediately erupted in chaos and moved away from Zhai Rongyu.
They kept talking about it.
"General Fucha is right. Where else but in a place like Nansang would you find such an extraordinary person who fell from the sky?"
"Yeah yeah!"
"This girl is beautiful. I've heard that Nansang is known for its beauties. She might really be a spy from Nansang!"
"Do you think this grain might be poisonous?"
"Or perhaps, a curse has been planted inside!"
Everyone must be extremely vigilant!
Seeing that the soldiers were suspicious of the grain, Fucha Xiangming lowered his head and gave a slight, cold smile.
Zhai Rongyu saw his expression and her gaze grew cold.
[This Fucha Xiangming is truly up to no good.]
[They wish the army would starve to death.]
She reached out from under her cloak, her jade-like fingertips gently unfolding to reveal a golden imperial edict in her palm.
She proclaimed loudly, "I am the second young lady of the Minister's mansion. The Emperor has ordered me to transport grain to provide support."
"The imperial decree is hereby issued; all soldiers of Guanling City, receive the decree!"
The crisp, melodious sound echoed through the military camp, resounding with every note.
Upon seeing the imperial edict, Fucha Xiangming was shocked and immediately led all his soldiers to kneel down to receive it.
"The Emperor Fengtian Chengyun issued an edict:
Now that Nan Sang has invaded Guanling City, his wolfish ambitions are self-evident.
Guanling City is a vital stronghold of my Longyan Kingdom, and the responsibility of its defense is heavier than Mount Tai. I have specially dispatched Princess Yongning with provisions to provide emergency support. I urge you all to hold the city firmly, obey Princess Yongning's orders, repel Nansang, and uphold the prestige of our nation!
Admire this! "
Zhai Rong's melodious voice drifted over the military camp.
The soldiers gradually became excited.
It turns out that this fairy is the second young lady of the Zhai family, and the current Princess of Yongning County!
Since he was sent by the Emperor, there is nothing more to doubt!
Very good!
These grains are all genuine!
Guan Lingcheng is saved!
They shouted excitedly.
"Long live the Emperor, long live the Emperor!"
"The garrison commander of Guanling City kowtows in gratitude for the Emperor's grace, and is willing to die a thousand deaths for it!"
Fucha Xiangming lowered his head, and unease gradually spread in his heart.
News of the stolen grain reached the imperial court so quickly…
The Emperor has issued an edict ordering the garrison commander of Guanling City to obey the orders of the Princess of Yongning County. Could it be that he has become suspicious of him?
Has the spying been exposed?!
The more he thought about it, the more panicked he became.
No, we have to pin the blame for this Nansang spy on someone else as soon as possible!
He accepted the imperial edict, his gaze fixed firmly on Zhai Rongyu.
He appeared respectful, but inwardly he felt contempt.
A mere woman, with nothing but beauty, what ability does she have to command an army?
Has the Emperor lost his mind? Does he think just anyone can lead an army into battle?!
He suppressed his anger and dissatisfaction, watching the soldiers eagerly carrying the grain into the camp. Suddenly, a glint of inspiration flashed in his mind, and a sinister smile crept across his face.
He stood up and said to Zhai Rongyu, "Since the county princess is sent by the emperor to take charge, please come with us to the inner tent to talk."
He called to another deputy general, "General Lu, let's report the battle situation with Nansang over the past few days to Princess Yongning."
"We are incompetent and have been unable to repel the enemy despite our long resistance. Now we can only rely on the county princess."
Seeing his respectful demeanor, Zhai Rongyu sneered inwardly.
[This Fucha Xiangming is quite the actor.]
No wonder my brother was fooled by him.
A general in the field may disobey orders sometimes. Since I am new here, experienced veterans will not easily trust me.
[That Fucha Xiangming really knows how to sow discord.]
With just a few words, he conveyed the Emperor's decree as if it were a joke.
Their opinions of me must be even more profound now.
As expected, General Lu stepped forward. He was unshaven, and his eyes were full of doubt as he looked at Zhai Rongyu.
"You want me to listen to this little girl? Is Your Majesty joking or something?!" He was outspoken and blurted out whatever came to mind.