Chapter 68 - 68 68 Save People

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Chapter 68: Chapter 68: Save People! Chapter 68: Chapter 68: Save People! Chu Yin muttered in the carriage, “Both of you left without saying goodbye, not a single word!” Thinking of this, she felt stifled. That detestable Zhan Hui, didn’t he tell her when in the palace that he would have something to say to her after leaving the palace? Why did Zhan Hui leave without saying anything! What on earth does he mean? Now even Zhan Lan has gone to the border. It shows how urgent this battle must be! What if she... never gets to see Zhan Hui and Zhan Lan again? At this thought, Chu Yin broke out in a cold sweat! She must see them with her own eyes to be at ease! Chu Yin secretly left a letter at home, took some silver notes and two Protectors, and set off. Fortunately, her father was too busy to return home these days, and her mother went to the temple to offer incense and pray to the Buddha, so she was not at home either. Once they discover she’s not at home, they probably won’t be able to catch up with her. Chu Yin followed the official road in pursuit of Zhan Lan, completely avoiding the merchant road. Disguised as a man, Zhan Lan dressed like a merchant and led Long Kong and his nine subordinates, finally arriving at Lianbian City after three days. Zhan Lan rode a carriage around Lianbian City for a lap, getting to know the local geography. After three days and nights of continuous travel, Zhan Lan, dusty and disheveled, got off the carriage and sat down at a wonton stall, devouring two bowls of wontons in one breath. The other nine men also disguised themselves as merchant servants, full after following Zhan Lan’s lead and eating their fill. Zhan Lan dared not delay, renting a house within an hour, waiting for Shen Shan’s arrival. ... Shen Shan left Ding’an City, leading ten Protectors of his own to meet up with Zhan Lan in Lianbian City. While on the way, a group of bandits suddenly rushed out of the mountains. With their faces covered and riding tall horses, they waved their sabers menacingly, appearing very ferocious and frightening. Shen Shan’s heart thumped and his palms sweated. How unlucky could he get, to encounter bandits just after leaving! But he was used to travelling on business, and had seen bandits blocking roads before. It was just about extorting money! Taking a deep breath, he bowed in the direction of the bandits and said, “Gentlemen, my name is Shen Shan, I wonder if I might make friends with you all?” From past experience, he knew if he paid the toll, he would be allowed to pass. To his surprise, the leader of the bandits shouted in a gruff voice, “No!” Shen Shan swallowed hard, thinking things were about to get worse. Could it be that these bandits were after more than just money? Just as he was thinking of a strategy, the other party unexpectedly started laughing heartily and said, “My friend, we are already friends, why make friends again!” Shen Shan watched as the bandit leader gestured, and the other bandits re-sheathed their swords, all of them suddenly bursting into laughter. Confused, Shen Shan listened as the Great Master of Qiying Mountain said, “We are all friends of Miss Zhan. Miss Zhan has instructed us to go directly to Chunshui City with you!” Only then did Shen Shan dare believe his ears, his eyes brimming with tears of gratitude. So this was what Zhan Lan meant by saying she would take care of the pirates of Chunshui City for him! Now, heading to Chunshui City with so many bandits, what more did he have to fear! Miss Zhan was indeed a reliable person! With a beaming smile, Shen Shan bowed and said gratefully, “Thank you, brothers!” ... Zhan Lan had already settled in Lianbian City, while Shen Shan was on his way to Chunshui City. And there was another person, who at this moment was rushing to the border on the official road. Mu Yan was leading a troop of five hundred men, hurrying on their way. He sat in a luxurious carriage, his slender fingers playing with a folding fan painted with peach blossoms, feeling unpleasant. Last night, Emperor Xuanwu found him and tasked him with military oversight at Fengyu Pass. Vermilion Bird, sitting on the edge of the palanquin, looked back and said, “Master, Emperor Xuanwu asked you to oversee the troops, but I can’t help feeling this is a trap.” Mu Yan hooked his lips into a cold smile, “Oversight is just a pretext; I guess he wants me to die amidst the chaotic army!” Vermilion Bird frowned and asked, “Then, are you still going?” Mu Yan spun the fan in his hand and said, “No harm, let’s go have a look!” After all, even that fearless girl, Zhan Lan, has gone there! He received news from his scouts today that Zhan Lan had already arrived at Lianbian City. Thinking of this, Mu Yan’s eyes grew colder, and he snapped the fan in his hands shut. Zhan Lan truly has an unrequited love for Zhan Hui! She’s not even afraid to lose her life, daring to pursue him all the way to Fengyu Pass! Suddenly, Mu Yan’s ears twitched, and he warned Vermilion Bird, “Be careful, it seems like there are people ahead!” Vermilion Bird knew his Master always had extraordinary hearing. If Master said so, there must be people! Vermilion Bird drew his saber and signaled for the team to slow down. The atmosphere suddenly tensed up. Until a woman’s crying voice pierced through the deathly silence. “Wuu wuu wuu... Save me please!” Vermilion Bird disembarked from the carriage and saw a girl in a ditch. The girl’s clothes were dirty, her hair had straw in it, her complexion was pale, her lips were purplish, she was holding a wild apple, and waving her hands desperately for help! “Save me... Please save me...” The woman’s voice was weak, she looked pitiful. Mu Yan sat in the carriage, listening to the woman’s voice, then closed his eyes to rest. He was not a Bodhisattva with a heart of mercy; besides, this woman had nothing to do with him. Vermilion Bird saw that the woman’s dress suggested that she might be some lady from Ding’an City. He returned to Mu Yan’s luxurious carriage to inquire, “Master, there is a woman who fell into a ravine ahead, should we save her or not?” With his eyes still closed, Mu Yan said, “Do as you see fit!” Vermilion Bird pursed his lips, and then ordered two men to pull her up with ropes. The woman’s legs were so weak that she couldn’t stand, crying as she expressed her thanks, “Thank you, noble sir, for your life-saving grace!” The rescued woman was none other than Chu Yin, robbed by bandits of her silver note, and her two Protectors, afraid of being held responsible if their lady encountered mishap, were frightened into running away. Thus, Chu Yin was left behind alone and fell into a ditch as darkness fell. She had been trapped in the ditch for a day and a night, until she encountered Mu Yan’s convoy! From inside the carriage, Mu Yan’s cold voice came through, “Now that the person is saved, we better hurry along!” Upon hearing this official gentleman was about to leave her alone here, the woman immediately said, “Benefactor, my father is the second-rank Minister Chu Xiong, could you please help me get to Lianbian City!” Hearing the name Chu Xiong inside the carriage, Mu Yan’s face turned displeased. That stubborn old man, he always impeaches him before Emperor Xuanwu, accusing him of lining his pockets and being inherently corrupt! Likely, his daughter is equally annoying! Vermilion Bird lifted a corner of the carriage curtain, seeing that Mu Yan’s expression was not good, unsure of how to handle the situation! The woman before him looked charming and pitiful, and he couldn’t bear it, so he asked in a low voice, “Master, about this matter...” Mu Yan slowly opened his eyes; initially, he wanted to order two men to escort Chu Yin back to the Chu Family. But who knew that what Chu Yin said next would suddenly make Mu Yan change his mind!

Chapter 68 - 68 68 Save People

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