Too many female prisoners, a special forces soldier transmigrates and marries wildly.

With their leader dead, the assassins' offensive stalled, and their coordination became chaotic.

"Kill! Leave no one alive!" Lin Feng shouted the order, and at the same time, he moved again, rushing towards the few skilled fighters who were besieging Feng Jue.

Just as the group was putting Feng Jue in grave danger, they suddenly saw Lin Feng arrive. Both shocked and enraged, they sent one of their men to meet Lin Feng. That man wielded a pair of judge's pens, employing insidious and vicious techniques, specifically targeting acupoints.

Lin Feng didn't even look, and slashed horizontally with his Broken Mountain Blade, using brute force to overcome skill! The man crossed his two pens, trying to block, but with a loud "clang," his pens were knocked out of his hands, and he was sent flying backward as if struck in the chest, spitting out blood.

Seeing that things were not going well, the remaining few shouted and turned to flee behind the mound.

"Trying to leave?" Feng Jue shouted, throwing her short blade, which accurately pierced one person's back. Lin Feng also flicked his wrist and threw his Broken Mountain Blade, which flashed like black lightning, pinning another person to the ground.

At this moment, Chen Heng had also dealt with the entangled enemies and led his men to launch a surprise attack. Seeing that the situation was hopeless, the remaining assassins lost all will to fight and scattered and fled. They were pursued and killed by the soldiers of the "Falcon Battalion" and all died at the bottom of the slope.

The battle ended quickly. More than thirty black-clad assassins lay scattered on the slope, and the Chinese side also suffered more than ten casualties, mostly guards. Chen Heng had a cut on his arm, Feng Jue had several minor injuries, and Feng Ling had been hit in the shoulder by a poisoned dart, but fortunately she took the antidote in time and was temporarily out of danger.

"Clean up the battlefield, search the bodies for clues. Treat the wounded and leave this place immediately!" Lin Feng sheathed his sword, his expression grim.

"Guard, these scoundrels are clean, with only weapons and some loose gold and silver, nothing to prove their identities. However, judging from their weapons and fighting styles, they seem to be from... the 'Golden Hook Sect' in the south, but with some military martial arts mixed in." Chen Heng reported after searching them.

"The 'Golden Hook Sect'? A martial arts assassin organization?" Lin Feng frowned. Had martial arts forces intervened? Or were they hired by someone?

"Grand Commander," Feng Ling said, walking over with her hand on her shoulder, her face pale from the poison and blood loss. "These people are well-trained and work together seamlessly, unlike the usual rabble of martial arts practitioners. Moreover, they seem quite wary of my sister and me, and they wanted to eliminate us right away."

"That's right," Feng Jue walked over, her face flushed from the fierce battle and anger, "They seem to know we're not easy to deal with! Someone must have leaked the information!"

Lin Feng's gaze was serious. The number of people who knew he was bringing the two sisters from "Wind and Rain Pavilion" on this trip, and who were familiar with their skills, was very small. Besides Chen Heng and his absolute confidants, it was only… certain forces in the capital who might have obtained information through special channels.

"We shouldn't linger here. Let's hurry back to Ironwall City." Lin Feng said no more, mounted his horse, and asked, "Miss Fengling, how are your injuries? Would you like a ride?"

"Thank you for your concern, Grand Commander. It's just a minor injury; I can ride a horse as soon as I need to." Fengling shook her head.

The team regrouped, properly cared for the wounded and injured, and quickly left the blood-soaked "Wild Wolf Slope".

The majestic outline of Ironwall City finally appeared on the horizon at dusk the following day.

On the city tower, the large banner bearing the character "Lin" and the flags of the northern border army fluttered in the cold wind. Upon learning of the Grand Commander's triumphant return, the city gates were already wide open, and Han Tao and Lei Bao, who had come from Cangyun Pass, led a group of generals to line up outside the city gates to welcome him.

Seeing the team return with casualties and exhaustion, Han Tao, Lei Bao, and the others' joy faded, replaced by solemnity.

"Commander! You're finally back!" Han Tao and Lei Bao strode forward, clasped their hands in greeting, and looked Lin Feng up and down with their tiger eyes. Seeing that he was covered in dust but had a calm demeanor and was not seriously injured, they were relieved.

"Let's go inside and talk." Lin Feng nodded and led the way into the city.

Returning to the Grand Commander's Mansion after many days' absence, the familiar atmosphere greeted him. The ladies of the mansion had already received the news and were waiting in the front hall. Upon seeing Lin Feng's return, though they tried their best to remain calm, the concern and joy in their eyes were hard to conceal. Lin Feng introduced the Feng Ling and Feng Jue sisters, explaining that they were righteous men who had rendered meritorious service on this trip and were temporarily staying at the mansion.

That night, the study of the Grand Commander's Mansion was brightly lit.

Lin Feng listened to Lei Bao and Han Tao's detailed report on the northern border defenses. The northern deserts were temporarily stable, the Crimson Feather tribe was in turmoil, and there was no immediate threat of a major war on the border. The remnants of the "Crimson Abyss" had been wiped out in various places and were no longer a threat. However, Prince Lin and Di Huo remained completely missing, as if they had vanished into thin air.

"Any new news from the capital recently?" Lin Feng asked.

Lei Bao's expression turned serious: "Yes. Two days ago, His Majesty issued another imperial edict, commending the garrison commander for his meritorious service in annihilating 'Red Abyss,' doubling his rewards, and... explicitly requiring the garrison commander to return to the capital to report on his duties before the twelfth lunar month..."

"Furthermore," Lei Bao added, "three days ago, the Shen family sent some of the latest snacks and fabrics from the capital, saying they were for the ladies and young women. Princess Pingyang also sent several bolts of newly arrived brocade from the palace and a handwritten Buddhist scripture through a palace attendant, saying they were to calm the guard's nerves and bring him good fortune."

Lin Feng listened silently. The emperor's intention to urge him back to the capital was becoming increasingly clear, carrying both the implication of bestowing rewards and recalling him from the northern border. Opposition forces in the court were also gathering... while the Shen family and Princess Pingyang expressed their support and concern in their own ways.

"How's the investigation into the ambush at Wild Wolf Slope going?" Lin Feng asked.

"Chen Heng is interrogating those seriously wounded and captured assassins, and they haven't spoken yet. But judging from their weapons and fighting style, they do indeed resemble the 'Golden Hook Sect.' However, the 'Golden Hook Sect' mainly operates in Jiangnan and rarely takes on business in the north, let alone targets important officials of the court. There must be a mastermind behind this," Lei Bao said.

"Continue the investigation, but there's no need for a big fuss," Lin Feng said. "Also, intensify the search for Prince Lin and Di Huo. The northern border will not be at peace until these two villains are captured."

"yes!"

"I have been away from the capital for a long time, so I entrust all matters concerning the Northern Border to you." Lin Feng looked at Lei Bao. "I will return to the capital as soon as possible. After I leave, you will be in charge of all matters concerning the defense of the Northern Border. But remember, stability is paramount. Do not easily start border conflicts, nor allow internal strife to arise."

"Rest assured, sir! As long as Lei Bao is here, the Northern Territory will remain!" Lei Bao's voice was firm and resolute.

Lin Feng then gave instructions on personnel, finances, and defense details until late at night before Lei Bao took his leave.