Hou Ye's palm heart is a black lotus

"My lord! A letter has arrived from Duzhou!"

Another announcement came from outside, and Ye Yunfeng's heart stirred. "Let me see."

The soldiers hurriedly handed over the letter, which was clearly addressed to "Feng Chengqin".

The city's garrison all knew that Feng Cheng was currently in Duzhou, and this letter...

Ye Yunfeng had a guess in his mind, and when he opened the package and saw the handwriting on it, he laughed.

"It's a letter written in General Feng's own handwriting."

Feng Cheng was experienced. When he saw the battle at Ping Shui Bay that day, he guessed it was Ye Yunfeng, even though he hadn't met him.

The letter begins with the words "Ah Feng" written clearly.
Feng Cheng first asked him if he was alright and how his health was, and then told him about the recent situation in Duzhou to put his mind at ease.

After reading the letter, Ye Yunfeng finally felt relieved.

"The stragglers from Nanhu who were tasked with drawing attention have also been completely wiped out. General Feng has returned to Duzhou and reinforced the defenses."

Ye Yunfeng raised an eyebrow as he read to the end.
"Moreover, he has already made contact with the Prince of Yannan."

"real!?"

Several soldiers became excited upon hearing this.
"Doesn't that mean reinforcements will arrive soon?"

Although they dealt a heavy blow to the Nanhu at Pingshui Bay, this move is bound to provoke a more intense counterattack.

If the Southern Hu were to launch a full-scale revenge attack with a massive army, the current border garrison would be far from sufficient.

Ye Yunfeng had told them before that they had the advantage of favorable timing, location, and popular support in the Battle of Pingshui Bay, which allowed them to win easily.

But such a tactic can only be used once.

If we fight again in the future, we will still have to confront them head-on.

“It should be.” Ye Yunfeng read the letter again from beginning to end, and pondered for a moment. “It would be best if they could come, but we also need to be on standby at any time. The Nanhu should react soon. Even if we can’t wait for reinforcements, we have to hold on.”

The soldiers' expressions turned solemn.

"Yes!"

……

"General, how do you think the Southern Hu will deal with Shui Xingqiu this time?"

Feng Chengzheng led a group of trusted generals to review the battle in front of the sand table. They had just deduced the general situation of the Battle of Pingshui Bay. While everyone was feeling emotional, they also thought about the source of this disaster.

"He inflicted huge losses on the Southern Hu this time. Tuoba Shan will certainly not let him off easily, will he? Otherwise, how will he explain himself?"

"Exactly! If he hadn't been secretly instigating things, how could so many things have happened?"

"It's hard to say. Shui Xingqiu is known for his eloquence, cunning, and shrewdness; otherwise, he wouldn't have been able to rise to his current position in such a short time. If Tuoba Shan is also misled by him, then..."

Feng Cheng listened, lost in thought.

Although he has made contact with both the Prince of Yannan and Ye Yunfeng, the situation is still far from optimistic.

Needless to say, Ye Yunfeng was already struggling to defend Xiacheng, so it was impossible for him to send troops to support him.

The Prince of Yannan was also locked in a fierce battle with the rebels. Even if he could spare some troops, he would have to stay in the army and couldn't come in person.

The biggest destabilizing factor is indeed Shui Xingqiu.

He wouldn't have cared about anyone else, but this Shui Xingqiu...

Just as everyone was arguing, soldiers suddenly knocked on the door.

"General, we have a guest!"

客？
Everyone was stunned and looked at Feng Cheng.

At this time, why would there be guests?
Feng Cheng was also stunned. His first thought was that Ye Yunfeng had arrived! But the next second he shook his head.

Impossible. Ye Yunfeng is currently guarding Xiacheng. There's no way he would choose to come at this time.

He stood up. "Who—"

"Uncle Feng!"

A clear, melodious voice rang out, and Princess Qinyang strode in. "Qinyang?!" Feng Cheng exclaimed, both surprised and delighted. "Why are you here?"

Princess Qinyang tilted her head and smiled, "Why can't I come? I just heard that the southwest has been very lively lately, and I couldn't wait to come, so I specially asked His Majesty for permission!"

Feng Cheng hurriedly greeted her, countless guesses swirling in his mind, but the first question he uttered was—

"Does your father know?"

Feng Cheng was not surprised that Xiao Chengqi had let her come, but at such a critical moment, the Prince of Yannan might not be willing for her to take such a risk again.

Sure enough, Princess Qinyang coughed, looking slightly guilty, "I was just about to borrow your pen and ink to write a letter to my father."

Feng Cheng: "..."

He was suddenly overwhelmed.

"The border is dangerous, and you came all alone?! This—"

“How could that be?” Princess Qinyang said firmly. “Does Uncle Feng think I’m as impulsive as before? I came with Young Master Xun this time!”

"Young Master Xun?" Feng Cheng was stunned for a moment, somewhat incredulous. "You mean..."

"Naturally, it's Young Master Xun, who helped save Longcheng," Princess Qinyang said with a smile as she turned around. "Why don't you quickly invite him in?"

Her words clearly indicated that she had already made this place her territory.

Everyone looked towards the door.

Others may not know who this Young Master Xun is, but they have been stationed on the frontier for a long time, and after the Battle of Longcheng, they have naturally heard of his name.

Feng Cheng was also very pleased.

"Really? Please come in!"

He and Ye Yunfeng were very close friends, so he naturally knew even better about Xun Cheng's crucial role in this matter.

He was initially thought to be just an ordinary person with no reputation, but later events revealed his extraordinary nature.

Soon, Long Jiu pushed Xun Cheng in.

Feng Cheng immediately stepped forward, "Young Master Xun, I have long admired your name!"

Xun Cheng smiled and said, "I am unwell and have some health issues. If I have been impolite, I hope General Feng will forgive me."

"where!"

Feng Cheng laughed heartily.
"Young Master Xun is such a remarkable person! We are overjoyed that he has come!"

His words were forthright and polite, showing no awkwardness or restraint whatsoever during their first meeting.

Xun Cheng's gaze fell on the sand table behind him. "Gentlemen, what is this... It seems I have disturbed you."

“Oh—not so!” Xun Cheng shook his head, then turned to let him see clearly. “We were just reviewing the Battle of Ping Shui Bay, and we are also planning to adjust the city’s defenses to defend against foreign enemies.”

He paused for a moment, then said, "I've heard that Young Master Xun is quite familiar with these border cities. Would you be so kind as to offer some guidance?"

Everyone was stunned. "General?"

How could such a secret be so easily revealed to an outsider?
Feng Cheng, however, had his own plans.

Before Ye Yunfeng led his troops to Longcheng, he had shown him that city defense map.

If I'm not mistaken, that thing was made by the person in front of me!
How could someone with paralyzed legs possibly obtain such a thing without some real skill?
Feng Cheng didn't care how Xun Cheng did it; what he wanted was Xun Cheng's assistance!

A hint of surprise flashed across Xun Cheng's eyes.

"I?"

"Not bad!"

Feng Cheng nodded, his expression sincere.

Xun Cheng paused, but his gaze fell to the side.

"In truth, Princess Qinyang's understanding of these matters far surpasses mine. General Feng, why don't you ask her directly?" (End of Chapter)