from the capital Has the position of empress dowager been decided""Not yet."Feng Lingxi's brow furrowed slightly. It was inconceivable that Empress Cen and Dugu Yan hadn't chosen a successor. Could it..."What place is so mysterious"

Seeing his serious expression, Feng Ling Xi wore a curious look on her face. Dugu Cheng took her hand and said, "Just follow this king, you'll know when we get there."

Feng Lingxi was pulled by him to the front of a valley, stopping in front of a cave not far away.

"This is it."

Feng Lingxi glanced at the cave with a hint of doubt. At the entrance, she saw many white stones, and there weren't many weeds around the mountain either.

"The stones here are a little strange. It's said that if they sink into the water, they will solidify into ice. Xier is clever, do you know what this is"

"Frozen solid"

Feng Lingxi's eyes lit up, could it be that there was saltpeter inside this cave

Dugu Cheng nodded, "This king also heard it from the soldiers in the camp. They said that while patrolling, they accidentally discovered this cave. Looking at the stones of the cave and the differences from outside, they picked up a few pieces to take back for research. This king intended to wash them and then take a look, but unexpectedly, these stones turned into ice in the water."

Feng Lingxi, after hearing this, hurried into the cave. She looked at the stones inside the cave, crouched down, picked up one and sniffed it at her nose. Her face was full of disbelief. This was really saltpeter. Saltpeter could solidify into ice and could also be used to make gunpowder.

"Xi'er, can you see it This stone is definitely not right."

“This stone should be saltpeter. My master once said that this stone can be used as medicine and can also be made into gunpowder, which is very powerful.”

"Gunpowder"

Dugu Cheng heard the word, his face filled with curiosity, "What kind of thing is this gunpowder that Xi'er is talking about Can it also cure diseases"

"Of course not, this gunpowder is very powerful. It can take on hundreds with one person. To make such a large amount of gunpowder, it could collapse this entire place." Feng Lingxi gestured, seeing Dugu Cheng's astonished eyes. This Yuan Dynasty hasn't discovered gunpowder yet, so it's normal they wouldn't understand.

And she, was also considering whether to make gunpowder from these nitrates to help him.

"Xier, do you know how to make gunpowder"

Feng Lingxi nodded, "My master told me about it, but I've never tried it myself. After all, I've never seen this kind of saltpeter before."

"Would Naxi like to try making some gunpowder"

Feng Ling Xi looked at the expectation in his eyes and said faintly, "If you want me to, I'll give it a try, but I can't guarantee success."

"Then give it a try, whatever you need, just tell this king, and this king will get it for you."

Feng Lingxi picked up a piece of flint, “Let’s go.”

For some reason, Dugu City brought her here. She always felt that he was testing her, trying to find out from her why she had so many. He didn't speak plainly, this kind of approach made Feng Lingxi feel a little strange.

All the way, Feng Lingxi remained silent, not uttering a word. Duguo City hesitated several times, wanting to speak but holding back.

Back in the room, Feng Lingxi took up the saltpeter and began to study it. Dugu Cheng told her he had something to do and went out.

"Xiǎolì, you come here."

Feng Lingxi called Xiao Li to her face and, looking at the gunpowder on the table, Feng Lingxi pointed and asked, "Do you recognize this stone"

Xiao Li stepped forward and looked seriously, shaking her head.

"Your Highness, is there something wrong with this stone To me, it looks like just an ordinary stone."

Feng Lingxi frowned, "How could there be no gunpowder in ancient times Is it that Xiao Li doesn't know or has she never seen it"

This stone is called saltpeter, which can be used as medicine and also to manufacture gunpowder.

"Your Highness, what is gunpowder Is it a powerful medicine"

Feng Ling's lips twitched slightly as she looked at Xia Li's confused expression. It didn't seem like she was lying. Perhaps Feng Ling had overthought things. Du Gu Cheng truly didn't know about this gunpowder, but why did he think of her when he heard about it being made

Could it be that he has no confidence in holding onto this Liu Xi County

"No, it's a very powerful weapon. One bullet can blow up this whole house."

"That's amazing, then Your Highness should hurry and make it, so we won't be afraid of the large army from Calo." Xiao Li said excitedly. Feng Lingxi frowned, "Xiao Li, honestly tell me, did Ye Xi tell you about the situation at the city walls Does the King not have a chance of winning"

Xiaoli looked at the Queen's sharp eyes and nodded, whispering, "Ye Xi didn't say that the King had no chance of winning. He only said that even if he won, he might not be able to withstand the court's scheming. He also told me to remember that if something really happened, let me take the Queen away."

Feng Ling's heart sank. It turned out that Dugu Cheng's expression when he heard about gunpowder was because he was afraid he wouldn't be able to hold on. Although she knew they were facing enemies from all sides, she had never really thought about the consequences of winning against Galo and being attacked by the court.

"Xiao Li, you go outside and keep watch for me. Tell me the situation at the front line as soon as possible."

Xiao Li went out upon hearing the call, and Feng Ling Xi began to tinker. She knew a little about how gunpowder was made, but she had never tried making it herself. She did know more about medicine.

When Dugu City came out of the house, he went to the valley. General Zhang, who was guarding near the valley, saw him coming and hurried forward to greet him.

"General Zhang, has there been any movement from the Kingdom of Garlo"

"A scout has reported that General Galo's army is stationed ten miles outside, showing no signs of aggression. Scouts have been sent back and forth repeatedly, but there has been no movement whatsoever."

Du Gucheng narrowed his eyes, staring at the imposing army of black tents ten miles away. From here, he could see every move the Galuo army made. But this wasn't a sustainable solution. The Galuo nation had blockaded the exits. If they only defended and didn't attack, they couldn't withstand a prolonged stalemate with the Galuo army.

"Has there been any news from General Qian"

Time flies, Qian MoXuan should have arrived in Galo Country by now. It's just that it's unknown whether he can negotiate a deal. Even General Li hasn't sent any news yet. A touch of worry appeared in Dugu City's eyes. If this continues, he will only be able to go to war himself.

"General Qian has not sent any messages. Once I receive news, I will report it immediately."

Seeing the worry in the King's eyes, General Zhang stepped forward and said, "Your Highness, this general dares to ask a question. If the Kingdom of Gallo continues to neither attack nor retreat, will Your Highness have to stay here forever"

He had followed the prince for so many years, when had the prince ever been so indecisive It was just that now, he couldn't figure out why the prince wanted to hide here in such a humiliating way for so long

Dugu City gazed ahead, his voice slightly heavy, "General Zhang, do you think this doesn't seem like how your king usually acts"

"The last general just doesn't understand why the prince would humiliate himself like this. This isn't like the prince's usual demeanor. Could it be that the prince is worried about the princess, and that's why he's acting this way"

“This has nothing to do with Xi'er. This king simply doesn't want our soldiers to die for nothing. General Zhang should know our current situation. Even if we win against the Gallo Kingdom, what if the imperial court sends troops Then, how many of the 500,000 troops will be lost”

He had inquired, the imperial court's 500,000 army had fallen into Dugu Xiu's hands, and Dugu Xiu was now eyeing him hungrily. If Dugu Xiu took advantage of the situation, they would suffer heavy losses and might even be wiped out.acies from mountains and seas every day. My treatment is beyond good, how could I possibly suffer”Feng Lingxi chuckled lightly, "Then I'll take that as your true intention."The food in the three princ...