Changsheng: My qualifications improve a little every day

Fang Yue walked forward quickly, and the distance between them was instantly shortened, with surprise and joy flashing in each other's eyes.

"I really didn't expect to see you here."

Fang Yue smiled, the helplessness in his heart was swept away, replaced by indescribable joy, "And, in this way."

Zhu Linlang smiled lightly, with a hint of playfulness and deep meaning in her smile: "I didn't expect that. I was originally planning to go south to negotiate with the State of Chu, but when I passed by here, I heard about you, so I came here."

When Fang Yue heard this, the smile in his eyes became even more intense. He shook his head slightly, as if lamenting this sudden fate.

"It seems that the fate between us is really hard to cut off. You were going to carry out such an important mission, but you changed your schedule because of my news. I am both moved and guilty."

Zhu Linlang waved her hand, with a hint of ease and relief in her smile.

"Fang Yue, why do we have to be so polite? Although the peace talks are important, I can't miss this opportunity to meet you after hearing your news. Besides, maybe this is also a kind of fate, allowing me to resolve some of my concerns on the way to the peace talks."

When she said this, her eyes became soft and deep, as if she could see into people's hearts.

"Fang Yue, how are you these days? I've been worried about you."

Fang Yue felt Zhu Linlang's concern, and a warm current surged in his heart. He gently held Zhu Linlang's hand, his tone firm and warm.

"Linlang, I'm fine. But you, the responsibility of carrying out the peace talks is heavy, so you must be careful."

"I know, Fang Yue." Zhu Linlang gently shook Fang Yue's hand, with gratitude and determination in her eyes. "I will be careful, not only for myself, but also for those innocent people. I must succeed in this peace talk."

Fang Yue looked at Zhu Linlang's determined eyes, his heart full of trust and encouragement: "Linlang, I believe you will succeed. Your wisdom and courage are what I admire most. No matter what difficulties you encounter, remember, I will always be your strongest support."

Zhu Linlang smiled slightly, with a hint of tenderness in her eyes: "Fang Yue, your words give me more confidence. After the peace talks are over, we can get together and talk about each other's recent situation, how about it?"

"Of course, I'm looking forward to that day." Fang Yue responded softly, and the two held hands tightly, as if at this moment, all the worries and fatigue disappeared.

Then, Zhu Linlang put away her smile, and her expression became serious and focused: "However, I still have to rush to Chu State now. Time is tight, and I can't stay long. Fang Yue, you also have to take care of yourself and wait for me to come back."

Fang Yue nodded and smiled in understanding: "Go ahead, Linlang. Your mission is important, I will wait for your triumphant return."

After that, the two reluctantly let go of each other's hands. Zhu Linlang turned around and stepped firmly on the road to Chu State, while Fang Yue stood there, watching her go away and silently blessing her in his heart.

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When Zhu Linlang returned to the army, her personal female official Qing'er immediately came to greet her with a look of confusion and concern in her eyes.

"Your Majesty, didn't you go there to ask for help from that legendary strong man? Why did you come back so soon, and it seems that you didn't get any help?"

Zhu Linlang sighed softly, her eyes were deep and firm. She looked at Qing'er and said with unquestionable determination: "Qing'er, I did go there to find strong support, but things are unpredictable and plans can never keep up with changes. Don't say anything more, let's set off now."

Qing'er heard this, although she still had doubts in her heart, but she knew that the emperor's decision could not be questioned, so she immediately responded: "Yes, Your Majesty. The army is ready to go and can set off at any time."

Zhu Linlang nodded, with a firm belief in her heart. She knew that although the road was full of unknowns and challenges, she had to move forward resolutely for the peace between the two countries and for the tranquility of the people.

"Let's go, Qing'er. We must rush to the State of Chu as quickly as possible. Peace talks cannot be delayed." Zhu Linlang's tone was unshakable and her eyes flashed with determination.

Following Zhu Linlang's order, the army marched towards the State of Chu. Zhu Linlang sat in the carriage, silently reciting Fang Yue's name in her heart. The warmth and strength seemed to have always been with her, making her more determined to complete the mission of peace talks.

She knew that the journey would be full of hardships and dangers, but she also believed that as long as she had faith in her heart, nothing was impossible.

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After Fang Yue saw Zhu Linlang off, the sudden joy in his heart was gradually replaced by an inexplicable uneasiness. He recalled the original purpose of Zhu Linlang's trip and her decision to change her itinerary because of his news, and doubts surged in his heart.

"Why does she appear here at this time? Is it really just a coincidence?" Fang Yue thought to himself, frowning.

He realized that perhaps Zhu Linlang's appearance was not accidental, but had some deeper reason. A strong intuition told him that Zhu Linlang might have encountered some trouble on this trip, or at least something had forced her to change her original plan.

Thinking of this, Fang Yue decided not to sit still and wait for death. He wanted to go out and find out what happened that made Zhu Linlang change her schedule at such a critical moment.

He quickly packed up and prepared to leave. Before leaving, he left a letter to Zhu Linlang, telling her his decision and concerns, and asking her to be careful.

Afterwards, Fang Yue set out on a journey to gather information. He traveled through the streets and talked to people from all walks of life, trying to get clues about Zhu Linlang's trip.

After some effort, Fang Yue finally found out some information.

The State of Chu, located in the south of the Wei Dynasty, is a country with a long history and profound cultural heritage.

Compared with the Wei State, the terrain of the Chu State is more complex, with magnificent mountains and rivers, water towns and picturesque scenery.

However, originally there were tens of thousands of mountains between the two countries, the mountains were filled with miasma, and the roads were difficult to access, which led to very little communication between the two countries, and folk legends and misunderstandings arose as a result.

But since the change of imperial power in the Wei Dynasty, the Zhentian Talisman has undergone unusual movements.

Between the two countries, the poisonous miasma in the Ten Thousand Mountains disappeared.

This sudden change made the originally dangerous mountain road smooth and unobstructed, and exchanges between the two countries became increasingly frequent.

As a result, friction between the two countries has increased.

Although the mountain road has become unobstructed, the historical barriers and misunderstandings have not disappeared. Instead, they have gradually surfaced due to increased communication.

Small-scale conflicts among the people occur from time to time, and the situation on the border between the two countries has become increasingly tense.

The news that Fang Yue had gathered from the streets also mentioned that the State of Chu was strengthening its border defenses and deploying troops on the border, apparently in preparation for possible conflicts.

"During this trip, Linlang will not only have to face the difficulties of peace talks, but also have to deal with the tension between the two countries." Fang Yue thought to himself, and became more worried about Zhu Linlang's situation.

Fang Yue thought to himself, frowning, with an ominous premonition looming over him. He realized that Zhu Linlang's mission of peace talks not only faced external difficulties, but also had to deal with potential threats from within the Wei Dynasty. "Is there really someone who wants to take this opportunity to get rid of Linlang?" Fang Yue was filled with worry and anger.

He knew that Zhu Linlang did not have the ability to become the emperor of Wei.

But this time she became the biggest beneficiary of the struggle for imperial power because she was lucky enough.

Therefore, within the Wei Dynasty, no one knows how many people hope to replace him.

Fang Yue's thoughts were like surging waves, and every wave hit his heart.

He knew very well that although Zhu Linlang stood out in the struggle for imperial power by luck, this luck also made her a thorn in the eyes of many ambitious people.

Now, she shoulders the heavy responsibility of peace talks, but she may also fall into a more dangerous situation.

"I must find her as soon as possible and ensure her safety." Fang Yue vowed in his heart, and his steps became more determined. He knew that time was running out and every minute and every second was crucial.

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Fang Yue knew that any delay could put Zhu Linlang in greater danger. Therefore, he decided to act immediately without any further delay. After a hasty farewell to his family, he rode on a fast horse and set off for the border between the two countries.

The journey is long and full of unknowns, but Fang Yue has only one thought in his mind: to find Zhu Linlang as soon as possible and ensure her safety.

He sped along the route that Zhu Linlang might have passed, and carefully inquired at every place he went to if there was any news about her.

After several days of arduous journey, Fang Yue finally arrived at the border between the two countries.

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Fang Yue crossed one dense forest after another, crossed a turbulent river, and finally arrived at the Ten Thousand Mountains on the border between the two countries.

These hundred thousand mountains are endless, with towering peaks and shrouded in clouds and mist, like a mysterious world.

The sounds of birds singing and wild beasts roaring in the mountains give people a feeling of mystery and danger.

He came to a tribe located on the border. The residents of this tribe lived a simple life. Their houses were built with bamboo and were surrounded by various herbs and crops.

The residents of the tribe looked at Fang Yue, the outsider, with curiosity, but seeing how exhausted he looked, they still enthusiastically provided him with food and water.

Fang Yue gratefully accepted their help and chatted with them during the meal.

He asked if they had seen an army from Wei recently, and especially if they had seen Zhu Linlang.

The residents of the tribe looked at each other, and then an old man spoke slowly.

"Indeed, a large army passed through here a few days ago. They were in a hurry and seemed to have an important mission. Among them, there was a woman in gorgeous clothes, surrounded by many people. She should be the Zhu Linlang you mentioned."

The old man's words made Fang Yue's heart move, and he hurriedly asked: "Do you know which direction they went?"

The old man pointed to a faintly visible path deep in the mountains and said, "They followed that path deep into the Shiwan Mountains, saying that they wanted to cross the mountains and reach the State of Chu. But that road is extremely dangerous. Not only are there poisonous snakes and ferocious beasts, but there is also residual miasma. Most people dare not set foot on it."

Fang Yue became even more anxious when he heard this, but at the same time, he also felt a surge of determination.

He knew that since Zhu Linlang had chosen this path, it must be out of helplessness or urgency. He had to catch up with her as soon as possible to ensure her safety.

He expressed his gratitude to the tribal residents and asked some questions about the road conditions and precautions in the mountains.

Although the tribesmen were in awe of the mountains, they tried their best to provide him with all the information they knew.

Fang Yue packed his luggage, took enough food and water, and set out on a journey deep into the Shiwan Mountains.

He walked along the route that Zhu Linlang might have taken, always alert to the movements around him.

The environment in the mountains was extremely harsh, sometimes scorching hot and sometimes bitterly cold, but he moved forward step by step with his firm belief and tenacious perseverance.

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After Fang Yue left, someone next to the tribal elder said, "Elder, those people clearly went the other way a few days ago. Why did you point them to the wrong way?"

The old man smiled slightly, his eyes gleaming with wisdom, and he said softly: "Those Central Plains people are cunning and insidious.

"Oh? Why do you say that?" The person next to him was surprised and looked at the old man in confusion.

The old man sighed and said slowly: "Although our tribe is isolated, it is not completely isolated from the outside world. Recently, the disputes between Wei and Chu have become more and more intense, and our land is right at the junction of the two countries. The war of those Central Plains people will sooner or later affect us. Moreover, Wei has experienced many rebellions, and now I am afraid that I can't stop the army of Chu!"

"So, we have to make plans early!"

“So what you mean is…” The person next to him felt a little uneasy when he heard this, but at the same time he was full of respect for the old man’s wisdom.

The old man stared into the distance with deep eyes, and said slowly: "Although our tribe is small, we cannot stand idly by in this storm. Fang Yue's origins are unknown, but he obviously has a deep connection with the woman from Wei. We naturally cannot let them meet!"

"Go, send a message eagle to inform the envoy of Da Chu of what happened here!"

The old man's words were full of determination. He knew that in this turbulent era, every decision could affect the survival of the tribe. As an important tool for them to communicate with the outside world, the communication eagle was given a great mission at this moment.

Following the old man's order, a well-trained messenger eagle was released. It flapped its wings and flew high, passing through the clouds and galloping towards the direction of the State of Chu.

A secret letter was tied to the eagle's back, which described in detail Fang Yue's arrival and what he asked, as well as the old man's plan to deliberately guide them along the wrong route.

Fang Yue struggled forward in the mountains, completely unaware that he had been misled.

In the mountains and forests, ancient trees towered up to the sky, blocking out the sun. Only sparse light penetrated through the treetops and shone on the ground in patches. The air was filled with the scent of moist soil and leaves, and occasionally a faint scent of wild flowers could be smelled.

However, this seemingly peaceful primeval forest hides countless dangers. (End of this chapter)