The frail counselor you said, you fight against three heroes alone?

Qin Feng took a deep breath and tried to make his tone gentler.

"You don't have to be afraid. As long as you tell the truth, I promise not to hurt you. However, if you continue to hide it, you will bear the consequences at your own risk."

The woman looked at Qin Feng blankly, her eyes full of doubt and confusion, and asked softly, "What exactly do you want me to say?" Her brows were slightly frowned, as if she was thinking hard.

Qin Feng raised the corner of his mouth in a sneer. There was a hint of contempt in his eyes. He said coldly: "Don't you really know? Don't play tricks on me!" There was undisguised disdain in his voice.

Xi Yu walked back to the inn with a brisk pace, a faint smile on his face.

Ouyang Linlin had been waiting in the room for a long time. When she saw Xi Yu coming back, a hint of doubt flashed in her eyes.

Xi Yu smiled and said to Ouyang Linlin: "I want to be with you tonight, and let Xiao Hong go to sleep with Tuoba Yu."

His tone was relaxed and natural, as if this was a very normal thing.

Upon hearing this, Xiaohong obediently left the room.

Ouyang Linlin looked at Xi Yu in confusion and asked: "What's going on tonight?"

Her brows were slightly furrowed, her eyes full of curiosity.

Xi Yu explained the relevant situation.

Xi Yu smiled and comforted her, "Don't worry, I believe the secret guards will find out."

On the vast grassland, Xianbei Hong Gang established contact with several shepherds. Several days passed quickly, but regarding the mysterious treasure, everyone was still helpless and had no clue.

But at this moment, a strong desire surged in Hong Gang's heart, which was to kill Tuoba Tianlong as soon as possible.

Hong Gang sat in the tent, secretly thinking about how to complete this plan.

He knew very well that in order to destroy Tuoba Tianlong, he had to bribe General Ao Benming and make him work for him.

But what method can be used to make Ao Benming interested?

"Ao Benming is a greedy man. He can only be moved by money and power." Hong Gang thought to himself. He began to think about his own wealth and resources, and how to use them to bribe Ao Benming.

Hong Gang fell into deep thought. He kept thinking about various possibilities, trying to find the safest solution.

His brows were furrowed and beads of sweat appeared on his forehead.

"No matter what method I use, I must make Ao Benming work for me." Hong Gang swore secretly in his heart.

He knew that this plan was full of risks and challenges, but he also believed that this was the only way to achieve his goal.

"Or, I can use his weakness to threaten him." An idea suddenly flashed through Hong Gang's mind. He began to recall some of Ao Benming's secrets and handles, trying to find something to use.

After a while, Hong Gang walked into a tent in a hurry.

His eyes searched the tent anxiously, and he kept repeating, "Where is Shididu, Shididu?"

Finally, he found Shididu and quickly stepped forward to pull him out.

The two came to a hidden corner. Hong Gang stared at Shi Didu and said seriously, "Shi Didu, you still remember that I saved your life. Do you admit it?"

Shi Didu's face was full of gratitude and awe. He nodded repeatedly and said firmly, "I will never forget this, Brother Hong."

Hong Gang nodded slightly, seeming to be satisfied with this answer. Then he showed a sly smile on his face and said, "Well, now I will give you a chance to repay your kindness."

On the other side, Qin Feng frowned, looked at the woman in front of him seriously, and said in a calm tone: "I was planning to talk to you properly, but why don't you say anything?"

The woman just lowered her head and remained silent.

Seeing this, Qin Feng's eyes flashed with a hint of ruthlessness, and he gritted his teeth and said, "If that's the case, don't blame me for being rude. I'm going to disfigure you!"

As soon as these words came out of her mouth, the woman turned pale with fear, her whole body trembled, her eyes widened in fear, and she quickly took out the poppy from her sleeve, trembling, and said in a trembling voice: "No, no, no, I... I just went home to get some things. I... I thought that putting these in the food would make the food especially fragrant."

The woman thought Qin Feng definitely didn't understand these things.

Her face was full of panic and fear, yet there was a hint of luck in her eyes.

Qin Feng stared at the woman with sharp eyes, holding the thing he had taken out of the woman's sleeve in his hand, and said coldly: "This is called opium, right? It must be harmful to people after eating it, right?"

When the woman heard this, a look of astonishment instantly appeared on her face. Her eyes suddenly widened and her mouth opened slightly, as if she couldn't believe that Qin Feng actually knew this thing.

She quickly waved her hands and shook her head, denying in panic: "No... No, no, how can it be harmful."

Qin Feng's face became more gloomy. He took a step forward, approached the woman, and said in a low and majestic voice: "Stop quibbling, and hand over the things quickly!"

There was an unquestionable determination in his eyes.

The woman was frightened by Qin Feng's momentum. She shrank back involuntarily and her face turned pale. But she still tried to deny it: "I... I really have nothing."

Qin Feng's eyes widened with anger, and he raised his voice and shouted: "You must hand over the things, don't force me to do it!" At this time, his face was full of anger and determination.

The shopkeeper in the backyard kept pacing back and forth, frowning, looking towards the door from time to time, muttering: "What's going on? Why haven't I waited for her to come back?" His face was full of anxiety and he kept rubbing his hands.

"Oh, I don't approve of her going out at night as a woman!" The shopkeeper stopped and sighed heavily, his face full of worry and dissatisfaction, "but she insisted on doing this."

He scratched his hair again in annoyance, his eyes revealing a hint of nervousness: "And the issue of poppy must not be known to outsiders, so she can only act secretly like this, but this is too worrying."

After saying that, he began to pace back and forth anxiously again, and the anxiety on his face became more and more obvious.

Time passed by, and it was getting later and later. The shopkeeper was getting more and more uneasy. He stood there, muttering anxiously, "It's so late and he hasn't come back yet. I'm afraid something might have happened."

His face turned very ugly, his brows were furrowed, and his eyes were full of panic and worry.

Then, he gritted his teeth and said with determination: "No, I have to go outside to look for it." As he said that, he raised his foot and walked quickly outside.

Not long after they walked, Qin Feng suddenly appeared in the darkness like a ghost.

The shopkeeper was startled and was about to speak, but Qin Feng rushed forward without saying a word, raised his hand, and hit the shopkeeper hard on the back of the neck.

The shopkeeper only had time to let out a muffled groan before his eyes went dark and his body fell limply to the ground.

Qin Feng looked at the shopkeeper who had fainted on the ground, with a cold expression on his face.

In the inn room, the dim candlelight flickered. Xiyu and Ouyang Linlin were lying on the bed, hugging each other, both of them still had the flush of passion on their faces.

Ouyang Linlin raised her head slightly, with a charming smile on her lips, her eyes moving, and she said softly: "Hehe, doing something like this in a strange place is really unique."

There was a hint of confusion and satisfaction in her eyes.

Xi Yu smiled lazily, reached out and stroked Ouyang Linlin's hair, and replied in agreement: "Yeah, it does feel the same."

His eyes were full of pampering and love, and the corners of his mouth were raised, revealing a satisfied smile.

On the Xianbei side, Shi Didu looked at Hong Gang with a puzzled look, frowned and asked nervously: "Brother Hong, what exactly do you need me to do?"

Hong Gang's face was gloomy, and a hint of ruthlessness flashed in his eyes. He lowered his voice and said, "I want you to assassinate Tuoba Tianlong!"

When Shi Didu heard this, his eyes widened in shock, his mouth opened wide, and he almost screamed out.

Seeing this, Hong Gang's face changed. He hurriedly stretched out his hand to cover Shi Didu's mouth. His eyes widened and he scolded in a low voice: "Shh, keep your voice down, don't make a sound!"

Shi Didu's face was full of fear and disbelief, and his body was trembling slightly.

Hong Gang looked at Shi Didu, took a deep breath, and said frankly: "Shi Didu, to be honest, I hope Tuoba Tianlong dies. I want to find an opportunity to become the leader myself."

Shi Di heard this, with a conflicted expression on his face, his brows furrowed, and his eyes showing struggle and hesitation. He lowered his head, was silent for a moment, then raised his head and looked at Hong Gang, and said slowly: "Brother Hong, I...I don't want to do this."

Hearing this, Hong Gang's face turned ugly. He stared at Shi Didu closely, gritted his teeth, and said, "Shi Didu, don't forget, I am your benefactor. If it weren't for me, you would have died long ago." A trace of pain and guilt flashed across Shi Didu's face. He lowered his head and murmured, "I know, Brother Hong, I will never forget your kindness. But..."

Hong Gang interrupted him and said coldly: "No buts, you have to help me. This is your chance to repay me."

Shi Didu fell into silence, his heart full of contradictions and struggles.

On the one hand, he was grateful to Hong Gang for saving his life and wanted to repay him; on the other hand, he was unwilling to do anything that would hurt others.

After a while, Shi Didu gritted his teeth, as if he had made up his mind, and said to Hong Gang: "Okay, Brother Hong, I promise you."

Hong Gang nodded with satisfaction, patted Shi Didu on the shoulder, and said, "Good brother, I knew you wouldn't let me down. Don't worry, if you don't succeed, I will take good care of your family."

After hearing this, Shi Didu showed a painful expression on his face. He shook his head and said, "Brother Hong, if I fail, it is my own behavior and has nothing to do with you. I will not give you away."

Hong Gang looked at Shi Didu, with a touch of emotion in his eyes. He said, "Shi Didu, you are a man who values ​​friendship and loyalty. I didn't make a mistake in making a friend of yours. But you have to be careful, Tuoba Tianlong is not so easy to deal with."

Shi Didu nodded and said, "I know, Brother Hong. I will be careful." There was a firm expression on his face and a gleam of determination in his eyes.

After listening to Shi Didu's words, Hong Gang nodded and said, "Well, you are right. We can't rush this matter. You can plan it carefully and find a suitable opportunity to do it."

Shi Didu responded and said, "Okay, Brother Hong, I understand."

Hong Gang patted Shi Didu on the shoulder and said, "Then you should go back and have a rest. Only when you have enough energy can you do your job better."

Shi Didu nodded and said, "Okay, Brother Hong, you should also go to bed early."

Hong Gang looked at Shi Didu's leaving back and secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

He knew that Shi Didu was a reliable person and would be able to handle this matter well.

He turned around and went back to his residence, lying on the bed, but couldn't fall asleep.

He was thinking about his own plan in his mind, wondering how he could become the leader of the Xianbei.

He knew that this was a road full of dangers, but he had no way out.

He must seize this opportunity to realize his ambition.

In the inn, Xiaohong and Tuoba Yu were lying on a bed. Tuoba Yu was holding Xiaohong gently. There was a hint of shyness and discomfort on Xiaohong's face.

Tuoba Yu looked at Xiaohong and asked gently, "Xiaohong, can you tell me how Ouyang Linlin met Xiyu? I want to know their story."

Xiaohong hesitated for a moment, but nodded and said, "Okay, since you want to know, I'll tell you."

So, Xiaohong began to tell the story of how Ouyang Linlin and Xiyu met.

Then, Xiaohong gently asked: "Mrs. Tuoba, can you tell me about the life in Xianbei? I am very interested in that place."

Tuoba Yu smiled and said, "Of course, Xiaohong. Life in Xianbei is a little different from here. People there mainly make a living by nomadism. They like riding horses, shooting arrows, and living a free life."

Xiao Hong's eyes sparkled with curiosity when she heard this. She asked, "Are their customs and practices different from ours?"

Tuoba Yu thought for a moment and said, "Well, the people of Xianbei are more generous and enthusiastic. They like to eat meat and drink wine with big mouthfuls. Moreover, their clothing is also very distinctive. Men usually wear long robes and women wear bright skirts."

Xiao Hong nodded and said, "It sounds very interesting. How is your life in Xianbei?"

Tuoba Yu showed a faint smile on his face and said, "I am living well in Xianbei. I learned how to ride a horse, shoot arrows, and made some good friends."

"Mrs. Tuoba, you are amazing. I think you are like a hero, bravely facing the challenges of life."

"Xiaohong, you're too kind. Actually, I also have many shortcomings, but I will work hard to improve."

But soon, Tuoba Yu's expression became a little sad, and she thought of her brother Tuoba Lu.

Xiaohong noticed his change and asked her with concern.

"Madam Tuoba, what's wrong with you? Are you thinking of something unhappy?"

Tuoba Yu forced a smile and shook his head.

"Xiaohong, I just suddenly thought of my brother Tuoba Lu. He is no longer here..."

When she said this, her voice was a little choked and a trace of pain flashed in her eyes.

"Mrs. Tuoba, I know you are very sad. Your brother must also hope that you can live a good life. Don't be too sad, and take a rest quickly."

"Thank you, Xiaohong. You are right. I can't stay in sorrow forever. I will live well and let my brother rest in peace."

Ouyang Linlin lay on Xiyu's chest, gently drawing circles on his chest with her fingers.

She saw Xi Yu suddenly looked worried, so she raised her head and asked with concern: "Husband, what's wrong with you? Why are you so worried all of a sudden?"

Xi Yu sighed softly and said, "Linlin, I'm worried about my brother Xi Zhicai's marriage."

Ouyang Linlin was stunned, and then she remembered what happened to Liu Xiaohong.

"Liu Xiaohong has no feelings for my brother. Even if she knew his identity, she would not like him." Xi Yu smiled bitterly.

"You said that Liu Xiaohong is really a woman with a very unique personality. Husband, don't worry too much. I believe that uncle will definitely find the right person."

Early the next morning, sunlight poured in through the window, illuminating the entire Qingfeng Inn.

A waiter started the new day yawning and listlessly.

He frowned and said to the other employees anxiously, "Everyone, I have something urgent to do. I have to ask the shopkeeper for leave."

The waiters nodded and watched the waiter hurried away.

The waiter walked around the inn, muttering, "Where is the shopkeeper?" There was a hint of confusion in his eyes.

Then he walked quickly to the backyard and looked around, hoping to see the shopkeeper.

However, the backyard was also empty, and even the woman was nowhere to be seen.

The waiter scratched his head, frowning even more tightly, and said to himself: "This is really strange. Where are all the people in the broad daylight?"

He sighed helplessly, shrugged his shoulders, and had to bite the bullet and go back to the inn lobby.

A group of guys gathered around and asked curiously, "What's going on? Didn't you ask for leave?"

The waiter scratched his head and replied helplessly: "We've searched the inn inside and out, but we didn't see the owner. There's nothing we can do. We have to bite the bullet and keep going!" A wry smile appeared on his face.

One of the clerks' eyes lit up when he heard this, and he said with a smile, "Hey, since the shopkeeper is not here, can't we take a break today?"

The other boy nodded in agreement, with an excited look on his face.

"Yes, yes, let's take this opportunity to rest. No one will bother us anyway."

The waiter looked at them, shook his head helplessly, sighed and said, "You guys just know how to be lazy. If the shopkeeper comes back suddenly, let's see how you will explain it."

However, the guys didn't take it seriously. They just laughed and started thinking about how to spend this relaxing day.

Xi Yu got up and the secret guard Qin Feng came to his side.

"What's going on?" Xi Yu asked.

"Prime Minister, I have placed the innkeeper and the woman in a small stone house behind the inn." (End of this chapter)