BXBX NOVEL Chapter 36 - 36: Peace-Making Marriage
“What are you getting excited about? It’s not your dragon. Stop being so alarmed, and go inform Duan Lan’s family,” the old man said.
“Why notify the family again? Master, please think of another way. I don’t want to see Sister Duan Lan die,” Little Pear nearly cried out.
“Die? Her soul is gravely wounded. If her family doesn’t find spiritual medicine for her, she’ll never wake up!” the old man said, clearly annoyed.
“Oh, so she’s not dead. Then we need to find the spiritual medicine that can heal her soul?” Little Pear calmed down.
“It might take at least half a year. The injury is too severe. Fortunately, the dragon hasn’t died. If the dragon had died and her soul were further harmed, not even a deity could save her.”
Little Pear hurried off. Spiritual medicine is hard to find, and it’s best to let Duan Lan’s family start gathering it as soon as possible, otherwise who knows how long Duan Lan will remain unconscious.
The old man washed his hands, his gaze involuntarily drawn to the pool where a black Crocodile Spirit was undergoing its dragon transformation.
“You’re that little black croc that likes to eat meaty silkworms, aren’t you?” the old man squinted and said.
When nothing required his attention in the Rehabilitation Pavilion, the old man liked to stay in the Reserve Dragons Storage Hall, finding comfort in the presence of these vibrant young spirits. He enjoyed feeding them and occasionally distributing Juvenile Spirits to those down-on-their-luck students.
The old man remembered all the Juvenile Spirits in the Reserve Dragons Storage Hall, including those that he had already released.
They were like a group of homeless pets, and the old man hoped that each one would find a good home, whether they were Dragon Spirits or Ordinary Spirits.
“You’ve transformed into a dragon so quickly; it seems you’ve met a good owner,” he remarked.
“It has been a long time since we’ve had a genuine dragon transformation among the Juvenile Spirits in the Reserve Dragons Storage Hall. I’ll make a note of your record; the Reserve Dragons Storage Hall should not be in danger of being ordered to close by the head of the Imperial Court.”
Pines surround the imposing palaces.
Li Ying sat in the grand hall early on, facing a stack of letters concerning the affairs of the Ancestral Dragon City, unsure where to begin. Each issue seemed critical to the lifeline of Ancestral Dragon City.
“Let’s take a break first, ” Kong Tong approached, holding a steaming cup of fresh tea, and spoke gently to Li Ying.
“I still can’t stop worrying about the east,” Li Ying sighed.
“The envoy from Lingxiao City will arrive soon. After this negotiation, we can concentrate on dealing with those Wutu Rebels. They won’t be able to stir up trouble again, ” Kong Tong moved behind Li Ying, massaging his shoulders.
Just then, a guard hurried across the grand hall. Kong Tong glared fiercely at the guard who didn’t understand the rules.
But the guard was panicked and, without pausing to greet the lady, he approached Li Ying and quickly whispered something in his ear.
Li Ying’s expression changed instantly, and he almost stood up from his seat, slamming a hand onto the table.
The young lady by his side, Kong Tong, was startled and rushed to offer comfort.
“Summon the general of the Flying Bird Camp immediately!” Li Ying commanded angrily.
It wasn’t long before the general of the Flying Bird Camp came forth.
Kneeling before the grand hall, the general spoke softly, “Family Head, what is the matter?”
“Someone from the Dragon Taming Academy has relayed a message saying that Dongxu Fortress City has fallen to the reinforced Wutu Rebel Army, and they are now making a beeline for the Li Chuan Plain?” Li Ying could almost not control her emotions as she exclaimed indignantly.
“The military has not received any war correspondence, who said this?” the general of the Flying Bird Camp asked in surprise.
“The messenger delivering the war correspondence is already on his way here, he will explain everything in detail. This matter cannot be delayed, you must immediately send the Flying Bird Camp to Rong Valley City to eliminate all the rebel forces, and ensure they do not enter the Li Chuan Plain!” Li Ying ordered.
Dongxu Fortress City and Rong Valley City serve as natural barriers against Wutu, while the Li Chuan Plain is vast and flat; if the rebels were to disperse and raid the various cities across the plain, a considerable military force would be needed to completely annihilate them.
Moreover, the other cities on the Li Chuan Plain all have reserves of food and military supplies. Once the Wutu Rebels seize weapons and armor, they could become an army with an exceedingly strong capacity for resistance! !
“But the Flying Bird Camp…” the general hesitated.
“Go!” Li Ying commanded.
The general of the Flying Bird Camp obeyed the order and quickly left the empty grand hall.
Hot tea was spilled across the desk. Kong Tong used her embroidered handkerchief to wipe away the stains and whispered to Li Ying, “If this is true, why haven’t we received any news?”
“The messengers with the war correspondence have been intercepted,” Li Ying said.
“Who did this, and how could the rebels possibly know who our war correspondents are?” Kong Tong asked in utter astonishment.
It is true that Dongxu Fortress is remote and the roads are tough and perilous, making it difficult for messengers to get through. However, not all couriers of war correspondence are in the military, some even disguise themselves as merchants or civilians. Aside from the military’s high-ranking officials, how could the rebels precisely target them?
“There is a traitor in our ranks. The student from the Dragon Taming Academy has already arrived and will inform us of the details,” Li Ying said.
“The Flying Bird Camp has already set out, so you needn’t worry for now. The envoy from Lingxiao City-State, on the other hand, will soon arrive and the peace negotiations must not be delayed…” Lady Kong Tong said.
“I know, summon everyone to the hall,” Li Ying said.
“I will temporarily control the information and try to prevent the news of Dongxu Fortress City from spreading,” Kong Tong said.
“Hmm, ” Li Ying nodded.
The Lingxiao City State is their largest concern; if peace can be negotiated, they will no longer have any worries on their western front. They could even flatten Wutu with ease before winter comes!!
Of course, they cannot let the Wutu Rebels rampage unchecked. They must quickly send reinforcements to the east. The Flying Bird Camp is Ancestral Dragon City’s strongest and most mobile military force. Once they’re deployed, the Wutu Riot Army will soon be massacred to the last man.
Inside the grand council hall of the Li Imperial Palace, a crimson honor guard procession was slowly marching across the courtyard, steadily ascending the steps.
Leading the honor guard was a man dressed in an exquisite green and red official robe. He wore a feather crown and had a handsome appearance, exuding an air of nobility in every gesture…
Following him were numerous soldiers carrying wooden chests, each of whom had tied a floral ribbon onto their chests. It was clear that they were not here to provoke a battle but to celebrate some joyous occasion.
The wooden chests were finely crafted and carved with various patterns, placed on either side of the entrance to the hall; the feather-crowned man ordered all of them to be opened.
Upon opening, the boxes revealed gold and silver jewels, as well as fine silks and satins. Although the Ancestral Dragon City was wealthy, compared to Lingxiao City State in terms of riches, they were second best. The latter had inexhaustible gold mines and endless food supplies.
“Our Lingxiao City State has always been so generous to our neighbors. For this marriage alliance, our City Lord will naturally not skimp. These are the bridal gifts for welcoming the Female Monarch. We hope that the esteemed nobles of Ancestral Dragon City will appreciate them, ” said the feather-crowned man with a hint of pride in his voice, though his manners remained impeccable.