The man and his horse had been fighting for over a hundred rounds, and both were at their physical limits.

The lion-tiger steed stared at Lin Feng for a moment, then suddenly snorted and slowly walked towards Lin Feng.

In the distance, Namkhe, who was already dozing off, widened his eyes upon seeing this scene.

"Brother Lin, be careful it doesn't try anything funny!"

Lin Feng's body tensed slightly, naturally wary of the Lion Tiger Steed's next move.

However, to Lin Feng's delight, the Lion Tiger Steed did not play any tricks.

The huge horse head came close to Lin Feng and nudged his shoulder.

Lin Feng reached out and stroked the horse's head; the brocade-like mane felt wonderful to the touch.

Lin Feng praised, "Good horse, good horse."

"From now on, you'll be called Tiger. If I have food to eat, you'll have food to eat too, okay?"

Tiger snorted, nuzzled Lin Feng's shoulder, and tugged at Lin Feng's clothes with his mouth.

Lin Feng immediately understood and climbed onto the back of the lion-tiger steed.

"Tiger, let's go!"

Lin Feng patted the horse's neck, and the horse immediately reared up and galloped away.

fast!

Lin Feng had never seen such a swift horse as the Lion Tiger Steed, even faster than Li Yan's Crimson Flame Steed.

The scenery on both sides rushed by, and Lin Feng felt as if he had turned into a gust of wind!

He and Hu Zi raced through the cold winter wind, feeling incredibly exhilarated!

Even years later, Lin Feng still vividly remembers that night.

However, even the best times eventually come to an end.

Outside Zhenyuan City.

King Li Yan of Qin led the civil and military officials of Zhenyuan City to see off the Northern Barbarian delegation.

Bayan Mengke had already returned to the Northern Barbarian army camp and led his army back north.

"Your Highness, King of Qin, Your Highness, King of Jin, Your Highness, King of Zhou."

Nanmuhe and the other two cupped their hands in greeting: "It's freezing cold, and Your Highness Prince Qin is injured, so there's no need for us to see you off any further."

Prince Qin, Li Yan, smiled and said, "Your Highness Nanmuhe, take care!"

When Li Yan was poisoned, Nan Muhe offered her ginseng pills, which was truly kind to Li Yan.

Therefore, during the time that Nanmuhe and others stayed in the city, Prince Qin, Li Yan, hosted many banquets for them.

After exchanging pleasantries, the group prepared to part ways.

Raymond Lam and Princess Qiqige from the Northern Barbarian Kingdom also bid farewell not far away.

"Lin Feng, this princess has never been rejected before, you are the first."

Qiqige changed back into the attire of a northern barbarian woman, looking quite dashing.

Lin Feng was a little embarrassed because he was suddenly called out by Qiqige to say goodbye.

Li Ping'an and Lü Zheng were winking at him from a short distance away, their expressions ambiguous.

"Your Highness Qiqige, you are the beloved princess of the Northern Barbarians, while I am merely a warrior."

"We... are not a good match."

Lin Feng carefully considered his words, not wanting to offend Qi Qige.

"You think you're unworthy of this princess because you're a warrior."

"Is it because you are Han Chinese and I, the princess, am a northern barbarian that you are unwilling to agree?"

Qiqige stared at Lin Feng with bright eyes, wanting an answer.

Upon hearing this, Lin Feng frowned slightly: "Your Highness, it is true that I, Lin Feng, am fighting against the Northern Barbarians, but I will not dislike you for no reason just because you are a Northern Barbarian."

"My refusal of Prince Nanmuhe's invitation that night, and my refusal of Princess's kindness, have nothing to do with the fact that Your Highness is a northern barbarian."

Upon hearing this, Qiqige felt the gloom that had been weighing on her heart for many days finally dissipate.

She always thought that Lin Feng was unwilling to marry her because she was a northern barbarian.

Qiqige took two steps forward, getting closer to Lin Feng.

"Lin Feng, you are a warrior, more courageous than any man I have ever seen in my life."

As Qiqige spoke, a glint of light flashed in her eyes.

"My second brother said that if you ever find yourself in dire straits and come to the Northern Barbarians, his door will always be open for you."

"I also promise you that if one day you can no longer survive in the Great Qian Dynasty and come to the Northern Barbarians, as long as I am not yet married, I will still be willing to be your wife."

After saying that, Qiqige hugged Lin Feng tightly.

Lin Feng was taken aback by Qiqige's boldness.

A princess openly embraced a man in full view of everyone.

If this were in the Great Qian Dynasty, let alone a princess, even an ordinary commoner woman wouldn't have the courage to do it.

Qiqige's straightforwardness made it difficult for Raymond Lam to handle.

Accustomed to the gentle and reserved nature of women in the Great Qian Dynasty, Qiqige's direct confession caught Lin Feng off guard.

[Qiqige's favorability +5]

When Yin Li, the Minister of Rites of the Great Qian Dynasty, saw this scene, the old gentleman was so angry that his nose almost twisted out of shape.

He couldn't help but shout, "General Lin, why aren't you back at once to protect His Highness the Prince of Qin!"

Yin Li was extremely polite, but for a man and a woman to embrace in public was simply disgraceful!

If even the princess of the Northern Barbarians behaves like this, then the Northern Barbarians truly deserve to be called barbarians.

However, Gu Lie, the Minister of Rites of the Northern Barbarians, remained calm and praised, "Since ancient times, beauties have loved heroes. The men and women of our Northern Barbarians are all of true character!"

"Gentlemen, we shall meet again!"

Nanmuhe nodded slightly and waved his hand: "Let's set off!"

As the Northern Barbarian delegation set off, Lin Feng had no choice but to gently push Qiqige away.

"Your Highness, the mission has set off. The journey ahead is long, please take care."

Lin Feng cupped his hands in farewell to Qiqige.

"Mingzhu" (明珠).

With tears in her eyes, Qiqige suddenly uttered two words.

"What?"

Lin Feng was slightly taken aback and looked at Qiqige.

Qiqige took one last, reluctant look at Lin Feng: "My Han name is Mingzhu."

"Lin Feng, I'll be waiting for you in Shenwu City."

"Until then, you must live well for me."

The Northern Barbarian delegation departed, taking Lu Qingqing and other prisoners with them, and headed north.

On that day, the Northern Barbarian army stationed north of Zhenyuan City completely withdrew.

And so, the gloom that had shrouded Zhenyuan City finally dissipated...

Two days later, at night, in a private room on the top floor of Yichun Courtyard.

The best room on the top floor of the former Yichun Courtyard was once occupied by the courtesan Song Yuwei.

After Song Yuwei married Raymond Lam, Raymond Lam booked the entire room.

He rarely visited the brothel, only keeping it as a place of remembrance.

Lin Feng, Li Pingan, and Lü Zheng were drinking in a private room.

The atmosphere was lively as they clinked glasses and exchanged toasts.

"Tomorrow, Mr. Su and I will lead the Liaodong army on our journey. My two brothers, I salute you!"

Li Ping'an was already flushed from drinking and was very reluctant to part with the meal.

"After this parting, I don't know when I will be able to see my two brothers again."

Lu Zheng raised his glass, his eyes reddening: "Brother, it is my good fortune to have met you two in Zhenyuan City and become sworn brothers with you."

"No matter where the three of us are in the future, our friendship will never change."

Upon hearing this, Lin Feng felt saddened and then rallied his spirits to encourage the two.

"Big brother, second brother, life is long, how old are we?"

"Eldest brother, go back to Liaodong; second brother, you go to the capital; I'll go to Ruzhou. We each have our own futures."

"The two prefectures of Shuofeng are still in the hands of the northern barbarians, so we should strive forward."

"I believe that the next time we meet, it will be when we brothers join forces to launch a northern expedition and reclaim our homeland!"

Lin Feng's eyes shone as he looked at Lü Zheng and Li Ping'an.

"In the future, the history books of the Great Qian Dynasty will surely record a significant chapter in the lives of the three of us brothers!"

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