I, a useless prince, started with the Xiang Yu template.

Behind the column was a continuous line of captured goods.

Herds of cattle, sheep, and horses filled the entire official road in a grand procession.

Carts piled high with animal hides, grain, dried meat, and ironware followed closely behind.

It stretches as far as the eye can see.

This was the first time the Northern Liang army had taken the initiative to invade the grasslands, and the remarkable achievements they brought back were a testament to their prowess.

"They're back! The army is back!"

It's unclear who shouted first.

next second.

The people on the entire street erupted in cheers instantly.

Applause, shouts, and cheers instantly drowned out the thunder of horses' hooves, echoing throughout the entire city of Beiliang.

The roadsides were packed with people.

Men, women, young and old, the poor, artisans, merchants, and migrants—everyone mobilized.

Everyone stood on tiptoe and craned their necks, desperately trying to see the triumphant team.

Their simple faces were filled with smiles, and their eyes were burning with warmth.

"Your Highness, the King of Qin, is mighty!"

"The Qin army is invincible!"

"Sweep away the six tribes of the grasslands! Display the might of our Northern Liang army!"

The shouts rose and fell, one wave higher than the next.

Many elderly people stood on the street, watching this scene, and their eyes immediately welled up with tears.

They were born and raised in Northern Liang.

He lived his whole life in the shadow of barbarians.

From childhood to adulthood, the story I heard most often was about barbarians migrating south and committing all sorts of evil deeds.

For decades, the border defenses of Northern Liang were in disrepair, and its military strength was weak.

It was always the northern barbarian cavalry riding south, burning, killing, looting, and wantonly bullying.

Ordinary people can only hide, endure, and flee.

Never before had the Northern Liang army dared to launch a preemptive strike.

Never before had the Qian army's iron cavalry ever marched into the grasslands and crushed the barbarian tribes.

Not to mention that they swept through six departments in one go, seized countless supplies, and returned in great victory.

An elderly man with white hair was leaning on a cane, his whole body trembling, and he kept muttering to himself.

"I've lived my whole life... and I've really waited for this day..."

"In the past, it was savage dogs that came to rob and kill us..."

"Today, it's finally our turn to break through!"

"Finally, it's our turn to plunder their things and wipe out their tribe!"

As the old man finished speaking, many people around him had tears in their eyes.

It's so depressing.

The people of Beiliang had suppressed their pent-up frustration, fear, and humiliation for decades.

Today, it has been completely swept away.

A woman holding a child looked at the orderly and imposing cavalry and whispered to the child in her arms.

"My child, remember this."

"In the past, we people of Beiliang could not hold our heads high."

"From this day forward, with the King of Qin here, we no longer need to fear the barbarians."

"From now on, no one will dare to kill us or rob us."

The young men on the street clenched their fists, their faces full of excitement.

They experienced the hardships of refugees, witnessed their loved ones go hungry, and saw barbarians commit atrocities.

He had been holding a grudge for a long time.

Now, we have witnessed firsthand the Qin army marching north, defeating the enemy, pacifying the tribes, and returning with a full haul.

The pride deep inside me erupted completely.

"Fight! That's how you should fight!"

"These savage dogs deserve to be taught a lesson!"

"They've bullied us enough before; this time they've finally paid the price!"

"From now on, who will dare to say that our Northern Liang is weak!"

The cheers lingered in the streets for a long time.

Everyone's emotions were genuine and heartfelt joy.

This was no ordinary victory.

This is the first time in decades that Northern Liang has taken the initiative to launch a counterattack!

My first time venturing into the vast grasslands!

For the first time, all border threats have been completely eliminated!

.......

In front of the gate of the Prince of Qin's Mansion.

The sun was shining brightly, and a gentle breeze was blowing.

The maids, guards, and stewards in the mansion all stood in neat and solemn rows.

Everyone was waiting for the prince's triumphant return.

At the forefront of the crowd, Li Wanqing stood gracefully in an elegant long dress.

She wasn't wearing an expensive gown, just casual clothes, clean and gentle.

His eyes and brows betrayed his anxiety and anticipation.

These days, Chu Yun is fighting deep in the grasslands.

Every day, she felt a heavy weight on her mind.

During the day, he managed the affairs of the Prince's Palace, checked the accounts of the people's livelihood, and suppressed his mind to stabilize the rear.

But every night when all is quiet, worries surge in my heart.

She feared an ambush on the grasslands, a sneak attack by barbarians, and unexpected dangers during her long march.

For a full two weeks, she burned incense and prayed every day, and was restless every night.

I only hope my husband will return safely.

At that moment, she stood on tiptoe, looking around in all directions.

His eyes held excitement, trepidation, and a deep-seated pride.

That was her husband.

He was the King of Northern Liang who dared to lead four thousand iron cavalry into the grasslands, sweep across the six tribes, and stabilize the northern frontier.

"They're here! I can hear the sound of horses' hooves!"

The guard beside him whispered a reminder.

In the distance, the sound of dense, steady hooves approached clearly.

The ground trembled slightly.

A tall, imposing figure in black rode ahead on horseback, galloping towards them.

It is Chu Yun.

Li Wanqing felt a sense of relief; the anxiety that had been hanging over her for half a month finally subsided.

In the blink of an eye, Chu Yun rode his horse to the gate of the Prince's Mansion.

With a twist of his waist, he nimbly dismounted.

I had just regained my footing.

A lithe figure quickly approached.

Li Wanqing walked quickly to him and reached out to firmly grasp his hand.

"Your Highness."

"You're finally back."

Chu Yun looked down at the gentle-looking woman in front of him.

The fatigue from half a month of fighting vanished in an instant.

"I'm back. All is well."

Li Wanqing looked at him with genuine concern in her eyes, and murmured softly.

"For the past two weeks, I've been worried every single day."

"The grasslands are too vast, and the barbarians have ulterior motives."

"I was afraid you would venture too far alone and be ambushed, so I dared not relax my vigilance for even a moment."

"Every morning I rise to pray for blessings, and every night I pray for peace, only wishing for the prince's safe return to the city."

"Fortunately...fortunately, the prince returned safely."

She held Chu Yun's hand tightly, unwilling to let go.

Chu Yun raised his hand and gently patted the back of her hand.

"rest assured."

"A few scattered patches of grassland can't hurt me."

"This battle went smoothly, all six threats on the border have been eliminated, and the border will be stable for at least several months."

"I promise you, I will protect myself, protect Beiliang, and protect you."

The guards, servants, and stewards standing on either side.

Seeing this scene, they all lowered their heads, smiles unconsciously creeping onto their lips.

People usually revered the prince's authority and feared his ruthlessness.

But now I can see it clearly.

Even the iron-willed prince has a gentle and tender side.

The couple is loving and respectful of each other, their genuine feelings are completely unpretentious.

Everyone in the Prince's mansion held him in the highest esteem.

At the front of the line.

Chuntao, Xiahe, and Qinghe, three personal maids, gathered together.

The three of them lowered their voices and chattered quietly, their eyes filled with envy.

Chun Tao covered her mouth and chuckled, "Look, the prince and princess are so kind."

"When the prince returns from fighting the enemy, the first thing he does is to comfort the princess."

Xia He nodded gently, her eyes filled with envy.

"The princess consort guards the palace every day, managing all affairs, big and small, and worrying about the prince's safety."

"The prince comforted the princess immediately upon his return; such affection is truly rare."

Qinghe sighed softly.

"Everyone says that the prince is ruthless, stern, and domineering."

"Always be gentle and patient in front of the princess."

Such affection is truly enviable.

The three whispered amongst themselves, not daring to disturb the two in front.

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