simple. They roasted four palm-sized pieces of jerky and four large potatoes over a fire. The black jerky made Fang Jinshi unable to tell what kind of meat it was at first glance.And add a bowl of he...Chapter 1191: Let Him Unleash His Talent

When Pan Zhi'an arrived at Zong Yu's study, he happened to run into someone from the palace.

Zong Yu glanced at him from afar, apparently having said all he had to say. The people in the palace also turned and left.

As a member of the imperial court, Pan Zhi knew exactly why these people had come to find Zong Yu.

The question of the treasure was instantly forgotten as he strode forward, his expression turning serious.

"When will the day of departure be"

Zong Yu nodded. "We set off early tomorrow morning. The army has already assembled."

Hearing about the army's son, Pan Zhi'an frowned deeply, his tone laced with mockery.

"An army Since the War of Xi Zhou, the court has yet to recover, and the Ministry of Revenue hasn't the funds to raise troops or buy horses. Where would an army come from"

"Having heard that Xixia has amassed hundreds of thousands of troops at the border, how many soldiers do you have here"

With no emotion, Zongyu uttered two words, "Seventy thousand."

Pan Zhi'an's face turned ashen. Even with his excellent upbringing, he almost lost control and swore when he heard that the imperial army only had 70,000 men.

"Seventy thousand troops against hundreds of thousands What's the difference between that and hitting a rock with an egg"

"You shouldn't have agreed to take on this mess of a campaign against Xixia."

As for the details of Zong Yuming's identity, Pan Zhian had no clue. He couldn't understand why Zong Yuming, knowing that going on this expedition was a path with nine deaths and one life, would still accept it without hesitation.

Let's think of a way, there must still be other solutions at this time. The conflict between Xixia and Daxia doesn't necessarily have to be resolved by war.

"If we could drag this war out for a year and a half, until Daxii recovers some of his strength, it wouldn't be too late to fight. Setting out now would be like going to our deaths."

"Even I, a Dali Temple clerk who hasn't been to the Imperial Study for many meetings, can see the pros and cons here. As a martial officer, surely you must know this too"

"Wuhou, do you have anything you wish to confide in me"

Another party, Jinxiu suddenly left home at this time, this is too strange.

Zong Yu could only remain silent. His origins were dangerous; the more people who knew, the greater the risk. Besides, those who knew secrets would also be targeted by Fu Shangyuan, so he wasn't going to tell Pan Zhi'an the truth.

Pan Zhi'an waited for a long time but saw that he didn't speak, and he also understood his meaning. He didn't force Zong Yu to tell him the inside story, he just said helplessly.

"Since you all entrusted me with the gold, I have to know how to save this child's life at a critical moment, don't I"

Zongyu smiled. He had answered that question already.

"Master Pan can properly teach Yuanbao to read and write. If that day ever comes, it will be his destiny."

Besides that, without saying anything else, Pan Zhian wore a speechless expression. What kind of answer was this

Aren't these two even caring about their own son's life

After a period of time, Pan Zhi'an realized that he was completely wrong, especially since he had actually believed Zong Yu's nonsense.

Before the sun had risen, Zong Yu was already dressed and ready to leave home.

He didn't say goodbye to anyone, not wanting to see his mother and sister cry, nor the embarrassed look on his brother's face.

He had already told Zhao Yun everything that needed to be said.

This time, when he marched against Xixia, he kept Zhao Yun behind. He couldn't bear to have him go to the battlefield right after his wedding. That was just one reason, though. More importantly, it was a consideration of the overall situation.

Fu Shangyuan didn't trust the couple, and they didn't trust him either. There had to be a trusted confidant in the capital city to keep an eye on things and deal with any unexpected situations.

Zhao Yun was the inside man he left behind in the army. In the court, there was Pan Zhi'an, as for the Palace Master...

Zong Yu had made the worst preparations, that he and Jinxiu would die in Xixia. Zong Bai went to Beijiang, which meant there would be no children left by his mother's side. He was afraid Mu Shi wouldn't be able to live on, so he kept Gong Yu clean and uninformed. Perhaps at that time, it could save his mother's life.

Zong Yu had considered everything, except his own life and death.

This battle was a thousand times more difficult than the Western Xia War, and it wasn't just the disparity in troop strength between the two sides.

At the border between Xixia and Daxia, there was an endless plain stretching as far as the eye could see, offering no cover. The only barrier against invasion was a wide river, serving as the sole natural defense to thwart enemy attacks.

Crossing the river is Daxixi City, where thousands of common people live.

In contrast, the Xi Xia region is characterized by steep and rugged terrain, featuring stone forests and high slopes, making it easy to defend but difficult to attack.

Unlike the battle against Wumeng, where they were outnumbered but made up for it with advantageous terrain, the Western Zhou War was extremely difficult.

As Zong Bai was just about to leave for court in the morning, he was stopped by Zhao Yun at the gate of his courtyard. Zhao Yun's eyes were still slightly wet, though Zong Bai didn't notice this detail at the time.

He just looked at Zhao Yun in astonishment.

"General Xiao Zhao What brings you to my courtyard so early Is there something you need"

Zhao Yun nodded, knowing that Zong Bai wouldn't fight. He said something offensive to him, then, under Zong Bai's surprised gaze, slashed at his neck with a hand knife, knocking the man unconscious.

Changhe and Mùjin walked out from the side.

"General Xiao Zhao, thank you very much."

Zhao Yun said expressionlessly, "No need to thank me, I'm just completing the mission the general gave me before he left."

Princess Tiana's carriage was waiting at the back door. Hurry up and disguise her before Old Madam wakes up so we can get her out of here.

The two nodded. Mukjin made a few adjustments to Zong Bai's face, needing no complicated disguise, just slightly altering his complexion and eyebrows, making the second young master's outstanding features appear more ordinary and unremarkable.

On the other side of the river, Changhe put on the human skin mask that Mujin had already made. The moment he changed his clothes, he instantly became like Zongbei.

He's lived with Fang Jinxiu these past few years and life is countless times better than before. He's well-nourished, so he's grown taller than ever, almost as tall as Zongbo. Plus, the clothes he wears cover it up perfectly. Unless you were very familiar with Zongbo, you wouldn't tell that he was Changhe pretending to be him.

And the unconscious Zong Bai had already been carried onto Princess Tanna's carriage.

Looking at her lovestruck heartthrob, Tanna hesitated.

"General Xiao Zhao, is this really Madam Jinxiu and Marquis Wuding's intention I hope Zongbo won't be angry with me after waking up."

Zhao Yun took out a letter personally written by his father, Zong Yu, from his bosom.

"If Young Master Zong'er is angry after waking up, Your Highness should give him this letter."

If he is not angry, give him this other letter first. Give the Marquis's letter to him when he reaches Beijang.

In the midst of their conversation, he pulled out another letter from his pocket. It was written by Fang Jinshu.

The husband and wife hadn't discussed the matter of Zong Bai and Tanna at all, yet they both acted in surprising unison, each seeking out Zhao Yun without the other's knowledge.

At that moment, Zhao Yun felt that these two people were truly a perfect match. It was no surprise that they would become husband and wife.

"Huh This letter is..."

"It was left by the Madam."

"It's time, Your Highness. You should leave for the city gates and meet with the delegation as soon as possible. Your wife has left you a gift, and you'll understand when you see the delegation."

Tana hugged Zongbei tightly in her arms, as if she had finally understood Sister Jinxiu's painstaking efforts.

She nodded, deciding to meet the delegation outside the city first.

Keeping Zong Bai as a prisoner in the capital was too much of a waste of her talent. She decided to take him to the northern border, so he could fully display his abilities.hai took the luggage, "Then I'm leaving.""Li Daniu nodded, “Be careful of your health when you are out and about, and be safe while working.”After unloading the caravan's goods, Fang Jinshu let Tie Zh...