Empress, she is beautiful Lu Ziye

Chapter 568 Arrival
The next day, when the sky became brighter, we began to break camp in the woods and set off.

During the day, the sun was shining brightly, and there were bursts of dust. At night, we arrived at the bank of the river. The water flows along the way, going down the river and up the mountain.

The further north you go, the stronger the wind blows, and the further west you go, the stronger the wind and sand become.

Finally, half a month later, we approached the Baixiong Pass area.

Liang Jun and Ma Ming seemed to be close to his ears.

The faces of the group seemed to be covered with a layer of sand. They had been traveling day and night, and the soldiers were very tired. However, after entering the city gate, they unconsciously cheered up.

There are guards patrolling the city non-stop for twelve hours, and everyone is solemn wherever they look.

No matter men, women, old or young, they all have knives on their waists, either long or short, with both dark and murderous intent coexisting on their bodies.

Xiao Rongxi stood on the horse's head, his legs slightly holding the horse's belly, driving it forward slowly.

He walked forward calmly and had an estimate of the situation in the city.

Now, there are fewer people, the army has completely taken over the streets, and Deputy Commander Zongbei has been waiting for him for a long time.

"His Majesty!"

Zongbei clasped his fists in military salute.

After guarding the border for a long time, his throat seemed to be covered with a layer of wind and sand, making him sound a bit hoarse. There were permanent swelling around the eye sockets, but his overall aura was not weak at all.

Xiao Yiheng disappeared and the position of coach was vacant. This burden naturally fell on his shoulders.

There are many things to do, and I am exhausted mentally and physically. I feel like I have aged ten years in just a few months.

Xiao Rongxi got off his horse, walked to him, raised his hand and patted his arm, and walked forward among the crowd, "No need to be polite, I will stop and rest today, and I will set off with you to the camp tomorrow."

White Bear Pass is the first line of defense, and it is also a line that must not be compromised. Naturally, the main battlefield cannot be located here.

They fought with Liang Jun several times and finally set up camp twenty miles outside the city.

There are natural mountains as a barrier, making it easy to observe the enemy's movements and to defend against the enemy at any time.

"Your Majesty can rest for two more days. There is currently no difference between the two armies."

It is a long journey from the capital to here, and the journey takes place day and night, which is no small challenge for those who practice martial arts all year round, let alone His Majesty.

However, when Zong Bei said this, his eyes moved involuntarily towards Nan Zhen and Wei Yan.

When His Majesty was preparing to leave the capital, he had already heard that Concubine Li was accompanying him, and he had some complaints, but he could not express them clearly. I didn't hear any more news afterward. I just thought that the adults in the court had convinced His Majesty, but I never thought that Concubine Li would come anyway.

He also brought a maid.

He shook his head silently in his mind.

It is true that His Majesty governs the country well, and it is commendable that he is brave enough to lead the army in person, but it is a bit too childish to bring his beloved concubine with him at this time. Although Zong Bei said nothing, his eyes conveyed his inner thoughts.

Nan Zhen took his gaze calmly and smiled, "General Zong, don't worry about us. All arrangements will be made according to the rules of the camp."

As early as when she decided to go with Xiao Rongxi, she had already expected such a scene, and she didn't feel any displeasure in her heart.

Being in a different place, she might not be as confused as Zong Bei.

Hearing Nan Zhen's voice, Zong Bei finally focused his eyes on her.

I have to admit that she does have a face that is described in Zhang Pingshu as a disaster for the country and the people, but there is an inky color and fierceness hidden under her clear eyes.

His speech was full of energy and his steps were light as if he had a lot of effort.

She doesn't look like an ordinary delicate woman raised in a boudoir, but rather looks like... a person from the world.

Not only Zongbei, but everyone who came with him to greet him was invariably attracted by Nan Zhen, and they didn't know what to say for a moment.

"By the way," Nan Zhen suddenly pointed at Wei Yan, solving the problem they had not asked, "This is not my maid, but the granddaughter of General Wei, Wei Yan. Although General Zong is stationed here all year round, You should also know that she is the only one of the grandchildren of the Wei family. It is difficult for General Wei to go, but he still wants to do his part."

Nan Zhen only said half of what she said, and the rest could be completed by the listeners.

Everyone knows Wei Jianen's name, and as his grandson, he is not far behind. He is willing to send his only granddaughter to the battlefield, so naturally he cannot be here to cause trouble.

"General Zong." Wei Yan cupped his fists in salute, and Zong Bei nodded.

This episode is over for the time being, and the group will stay at Zongbei's house tonight.

After dinner, Zongbei came to report to Xiao Rongxi about the recent battle situation.

Xiao Rongxi lowered his eyes and looked at the lines of scrawled or neat handwriting, and he could also analyze the current situation from them.

"Your Majesty, the grain and grass have been put into the warehouse first. In addition, according to your request, all the soldiers and generals have been counted. According to the spies, our side is 20,000 less than the enemy -" he paused for a moment before continuing, " ”

Lord Liang's plan was out of date, and the vacancy of 20,000 troops was within their expectation.

But fortunately, the terrain was favorable to us, and King Chen had made a good strategy before, so even under a long siege, he did not give up a single pass or city.

Xiao Rongxi nodded, put down the file in his hand, raised his eyes and asked, "No news about King Chen?"

Zong Bei shook his head, "We have sent people to search for the place where the accident happened many times, but there is no trace. There was a lot of mud and rocks that day. I'm afraid..."

He didn't dare to say any more.

"understood."

Xiao Rongxi pressed her eyebrows and continued, "Liang Jun has been outside the city for a long time, but there is no next move. What do you think they have planned?"

"Liang Jun's coach Ma Jing is a battle-hardened old fox. He has been in the southwest area before. I haven't had many confrontations with him. I only heard that he is a man who uses unique tactics. He is not aggressive but he is very bold. He didn't call me until the middle of the battle, probably because he and Lord Liang had already made some decision."