Chapter 405 - Longing For You Makes Me Old 2 (1/2)

Chapter 405 - Longing for you makes me old (2)

After they had stepped out of Zichen Hall, Ning Mingjie turned his head to look at Marquis Moyu and asked, “When are you setting out for Zhangjun?”

”Tonight.” Ning Yuxuan was swiftly walking away. In the time, it had taken him to say those words; he had already taken ten steps.

Ning Mingjie was shocked. He hastily caught up to his cousin. ”The troops aren't leaving for another three days. Why are you leaving so early?”

Ning Yuxuan didn't respond. He had already waited for such a long time. He had waited for the leaves to change color and wither. The snow had already piled up. Wait another three days? He didn't want to hear words like, ”You've already waited for so long, what's the big deal about waiting another three days?” He couldn't even bear to wait the time it would take to burn a stick of incense.

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Since the army was technically being sent out for a military exercise instead of out for battle, the emperor didn't need to personally see them off, and they could casually set out on their journey during the next three days.

Holding the t.i.tle of a.s.sistant general, Ning Yuxuan hurriedly rode through the night towards Zhangjun with only Guibai to accompany him.

”My lord, you don't need to be so anxious.” Guibai was riding behind him and almost out breath from chasing after him. ”We can't ride all the way there without stopping to rest.”

”In what way do I look anxious?” Marquis Moyu sneered and whipped the horse again.

The horses were galloping very quickly, and Guibai stayed silent as he continued to follow his master. Since his lord had said he wasn't anxious, then he wasn't anxious. At their current speed, it would take less than half a month before they would see Zhangjun's shadow.

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It wouldn't be long until the army from the capital reached Zhangjun. Zhangjun had already imposed martial law, and there were guards at the city's gates checking on the people as they entered or left the city. Observing the somewhat nervous atmosphere in the city, Ji Man couldn't help feeling a bit stirred up too.

There was going to be a battle soon! And, she would be going into a battlefield. Fortunately, she was in the era of cold steel, and there wouldn't be guided missiles filling the sky. However, just hearing the sounds from the iron bugle horns was enough to make people feel a bit excited.

”Ning Mingjie is the one leading the army, and Marquis Moyu will also be coming.” After Zhao Zhe finished reading the confidential letter, he casually burned it. He turned around and looked at his group of advisors. ”The emperor is forcing us to revolt. It's not possible to retreat. Prepare yourselves. It takes a long time to train soldiers, and they are to be used at these crucial moments.”

Wu Yong led the group of advisors in bowing. Zhao Zhe turned his gaze towards Ji Man, who had her head lowered. He chuckled and said, “Mister Ji's old friend is going to arrive in Zhangjun first. Mister Ji, can you help welcome him for this prince?”

Ji Man was slightly startled. She raised her head and asked, ”Old friend?”

What old friend could she possibly have that would come here...

Wait, did he mean Ning Yuxuan? Ji Man furrowed her brow. He should be coming here with the army. Why would he come to Zhangjun unaccompanied? Had he lost his mind?

”This prince has already arranged the meeting place.” Zhao Zhe smiled and said, ”He should probably arrive tomorrow. Wait for him outside of the city in Sijun Pavilion.”

Ji Man's complexion slightly changed. ”Your Highness, this one is only a merchant. For this one to welcome a marquis, it's...”

”You're not willing?” Zhao Zhe continued to smile, but his eyes had become colder. Looking at her with deep thoughts, he said, ”This prince has always thought that Mister Ji is whole-heartedly loyal to this prince. Mister Ji, you shouldn't disappoint this prince.”