Courtyard House: A System Connecting Two Worlds, Resources for the Nation

While Zhao Heng and Zhao Yuanyan were discussing how to counter Zhou Feng's power in the palace, Zhou Feng had already returned to his residence with Zhao Pan'er and Sun San Niang.

The carriage entered the courtyard of the Celestial Master's Mansion directly from outside the city, and the three of them disembarked one by one.

Those who were keeping a close watch on the Celestial Master's Mansion from afar, although they found the carriage somewhat suspicious, did not dare to stop it. They could only write their guesses in the intelligence report and submit it to their superiors.

After getting off the carriage, Zhao Pan'er glanced around, then suddenly smiled, reached out and took Sun San Niang's hand, turning to look at Zhou Feng.

"Zhou Lang, you go ahead with your work. We've been away for so many days. San Niang and I will go to the kitchen to see what we can make for you. The scenery outside is beautiful, but the food at the restaurants is still far inferior to what San Niang makes."

After saying that, he grabbed Sun San Niang and walked towards the backyard, his steps slightly hurried.

Sun San Niang was still somewhat bewildered as she was being pulled along. She turned back to look at Zhou Feng, puzzled, and said, "I still want to..."

Before she could finish speaking, Sun San Niang felt Zhao Pan'er pinch her arm. She immediately shut her mouth and followed her out of the courtyard.

Once the two women's figures had disappeared behind the moon gate, Zhou Feng withdrew his gaze and gestured with his chin toward Chen Xiao, who had been waiting beside him: "Speak."

Chen Xiao then took two steps forward, lowered his voice, and recounted the key points of what had happened in the past few days.

First, it was definitely the hundreds of men from the Imperial City Guard who attacked. He led the few dozen men left behind by the Celestial Master's Mansion and defeated them without any casualties. However, the Zhao Song imperial family will definitely take action here next.

Furthermore, Gao Hu led his men to provide support when the Imperial City Guard was attacked, which demonstrated his loyalty. After Chen Xiao revealed his purpose, Xiao Qinyan also reiterated his loyalty to them.

Finally, Zhao Heng transferred the imperial guards from the west of the city to the north.

Zhou Feng nodded. Xiao Qinyan already knew their purpose, so it wasn't surprising that he was showing loyalty to Chen Xiao; it was even possible that he was doing it for others.

However, Zhou Feng was somewhat surprised that Gao Hu was able to lead his personal guards to provide support when the Imperial City Guard was attacked.

"You said the Imperial Guards went north to intercept Qin Ming?"

"That should be it."

Chen Xiao nodded: "Lin Yin overheard the news from the palace. Zhao Heng and Zhao Yuanyan said they were going to ambush the entourage escorting the Liao Empress Dowager and Emperor, partly to seize them and partly to eliminate our forces. However, I have already sent someone to inform them."

Zhou Feng grunted in agreement. After this battle against the Liao army, he had a clear understanding of the fighting capabilities of his men.

As for the imperial guards of the Zhao Song Dynasty, it wouldn't be wrong to call them "ladies' men." They hadn't even fought a proper battle many times, yet they wanted to rob Qin Ming and his men.

That's practically the same as handing over your head.

Qin Ming and his team had military trucks as cover, guns and ammunition, and were masters of long-range sniping.

With this kind of setup, if it were to be captured by a group of Imperial Guards who had never even been on the battlefield, there would be no point in returning; they might as well just shoot themselves.

"Alright, I don't mind Qin Ming's situation. Get things arranged here."

Zhou Feng glanced towards the backyard: "Have someone prepare two rooms first. Pan'er and Third Sister will stay here tonight. We've already fallen out with Zhao Heng, and he might turn on my people if he's desperate. I'll only feel at ease if we keep them under our noses."

"it is good."

"etc."

Chen Xiao responded and turned to make the arrangements, but Zhou Feng stopped him again: "Remember to keep an eye on Qin Ming's channel 24 hours a day. As soon as the signal comes into range, immediately tell him not to stop and drive straight into Tokyo. Make as much noise as possible when he comes."

"clear!"

After giving Lin Yin instructions over the phone, Chen Xiao quickly went downstairs to make the arrangements.

A sinister smile crept across Zhou Feng's face.

Since Zhao Heng attacked his Celestial Master's Mansion first, he shouldn't blame Zhao Heng for returning the favor by sending him a generous gift.

As for the change of imperial power, the change of dynasty, and the resulting casualties, Zhou Feng really hadn't thought about it.

But he was certain of one thing: if he and the Dragon Kingdom of this world were to take over the Song Dynasty, the lives of the common people would be several times better than before.

After everything was arranged, Zhou Feng headed towards the backyard.

At this moment, water was already boiling on the stove in the back kitchen, Sun San Niang was chopping scallions in front of the cutting board, and Zhao Pan'er was squatting at the stove adding firewood.

The two women heard footsteps behind them and turned around to see Zhou Feng entering.

Zhao Pan'er didn't stop what she was doing, but simply smiled and said, "Is Zhou Lang in a hurry? Third Sister is going to make us braised noodles today, using all the ingredients that Zhou Lang brought back, but the method will be slightly different!"

Zhou Feng, however, squatted down beside her with a smile, took the firewood from her hands, and added it to the stove: "Why didn't you have your men do these rough jobs?"

"Hey! This meal is for you, so naturally it should be prepared by me and Third Sister together. What's the point of having servants do it?"

Zhao Pan'er wiped the sweat from her forehead, her face beaming with a smile that captivated Zhou Feng. He couldn't help but reach out and cup her cheeks, gently kissing her forehead.

"ah!"

Before Zhao Pan'er could react, Sun San Niang, who was standing to the side, let out a gasp.

These past two days, although they were sitting close together in the back seat, there was Tie Jianguo driving in front, so Zhou Feng didn't do anything out of line.

Sun San Niang was startled when he and Zhao Pan'er suddenly made such intimate moves.

"What's wrong? Are you complaining that I'm being unfair?"

Zhou Feng heard Sun San Niang's exclamation, raised his eyebrows at her, and placed his large hand on her shoulder.

This action truly startled Sun San Niang, who quickly took two steps back, saying, "I...I don't need it, you should keep yours, Pan'er!"

"Third Sister, what are you saying!"

When Zhou Feng kissed her, Zhao Pan'er didn't react too much, but being called out by Sun San Niang really made Zhao Pan'er feel a little overwhelmed, and she blushed deeply.

"You've already done it, so what are you afraid of me saying?"

Sun San Niang smiled and raised her eyebrows at Zhao Pan'er. They were already close friends, and now they had decided to become sisters, making their relationship even stronger than before.

Zhou Feng watched the two women still laughing and joking, and only after they stopped did he casually take Zhao Pan'er's hand in his. "Pan'er, there's something I need to tell you. You two will stay in the manor for the next few days, and don't remove your veils yet."

"it is good."