General is a Villain

The sun was scorching the earth, and the trees were unceasingly chirping, causing people to be distracted.

The atmosphere in the study room was heavy, as if the air was frozen, as if all of it was enveloped by an invisible, low pressure, and not even a breath of air could escape from it.

Yun Jiao's hand was clearly tightly wrapped by Qian Yu, but she didn't feel the slightest bit of warmth. Instead, it was extremely cold.

She pretended to be calm as she looked at Mu Yi'an, quietly praying to Buddha to protect her.

Mu Yi'an's deep voice entered his ears.

"Reporting to the Emperor, I've been in the army since I was 14 and haven't had a lover until now."

The low voice was like a cool summer wind blowing into the study room. The low pressure was suddenly blown away, and the cool breeze caused everyone's hearts to loosen up.

Princess Yun Jiao's heart relaxed as the strength in her hands slowly loosened. Her wrapped hands also felt warm.

"No, it can't be that General Mu is embarrassed to mention it, right?" Eunuch Li's voice was sharp and cold as he bent over and smiled, "Reporting to Your Majesty, this servant had heard from someone that General Mu has never married because of his betrothal. This betrothed is the young lady of the Prince's Mansion. I just don't know which young lady it is."

As he spoke, he intentionally glanced at Princess Yun Jiao, hinting that the person was Yun Jiao.

Yun Jiao's head was lowered, as if this matter had nothing to do with her. Her heart was only drumming nonstop, and she was overwhelmed with shock. For a moment, her thoughts churned, and she was unable to guess what the emperor was thinking.

She didn't know if the emperor was purposely probing him, or if he really was just casually asking, but it was very obvious that Eunuch Li was hinting at something. Presumably, he had heard some rumors and rumors.

"Oh? Is that true? " The emperor glanced at King Yu.

King Yu stood up. "Return to the emperor, my estate …"

"Reporting to the Emperor, there is no such thing!" Mu Yi An said respectfully, "My father passed away early, and I was raised by my mother. Your highness was kind and compassionate, and could not bear for my mother and son to suffer, so I took you in and taught you well. Your highness was treated like his father, and the people at home were treated like his own family.

"Ah, I see." Qian Yu sighed lightly, "If that is the case, then I am truly regretful."

"As the general of the border, Mu Yi will naturally wholeheartedly defend the country. He will not dare to be negligent, and even more so, he will not dare to be trapped by his children's private relationships." Mu Yi An's words were sonorous and forceful. If the words were real, then he would smash a hole in the ground.

"General Mu, you are truly a great general of our country. Your wholehearted heart is truly admirable." Qian Yu said with a sincere look on his face.

"Reporting to the Emperor, the Northern Frontier is about to invade soon. I'm afraid that the border war will end soon. I'll prepare to return to Fringe City tomorrow …"

Hearing the melody, Qian Yu nodded his head, "If that's the case, then General should go back and rest."

"Yes, this lowly general will take his leave." Mu Yi An bowed and slowly retreated.

"Wait, General Mu." Yun Jiao suddenly stood up.

Everyone in the room was stunned, while King Yu's expression changed. He didn't know what Yun Jiao was up to.

Qian Yu slowly gripped the armrest of his chair with his hands. Displeasure could be seen in his eyes, but there was still a smile on his face, which was a little cold.

Yun Jiao slowly walked in front of Mu Yi'an. "I have something for General Yun Jiao to accept."

As she spoke, she winked at Cui Huan, who hurriedly took out a piece of yellowed paper and handed it over. Yun Jiao took it and handed it to Muyi, "This is Little Qiao's indenture contract, please give it back to her."

His back was straight as a pine tree. Moments later, he smiled and said, "A princess is accustomed to the beauty of being a adult. Since that's the case, I, Muyi, thank you very much."

"Little Qiao is of the mind of the general. I am willing to accompany you for a thousand miles. I hope that you will not disappoint Little Qiao."

However, he couldn't. He knew in his heart that the relationship between him and Yun Jiao was no longer the same as before, and even if they had feelings, they still couldn't admit it. Otherwise, if it was just slapping the emperor in the face, he would have to endure it, but he had to endure it as well.

He smiled and said, "Since the princess is so generous, why don't you accept one more favor from me?"

"What?" Yun Jiao's expression slightly changed as she gave him meaningful looks, telling him to back off immediately. Fortunately, she had not been discovered while carrying Qianyu on her back.

"Little Qiao has a sister who sold her into the manor when she was young. Muyi wants to help her redeem herself."

With that said, King Yu and Yun Jiao simultaneously heaved a sigh of relief. Luckily, Mu Yi An didn't ask for too much, otherwise Yun Jiao would have simply lifted a rock and smashed her own foot!

She wanted to take advantage of the presence of the emperor to draw a clear line between herself and Muyi and push the previous marriage over to Yi Xiaoqiao, but she didn't know how easy it would be to bully Muyi.

Yun Jiao took a dangerous step forward, but once she did, the previous matter became nothing more than smoke.

King Yu said loudly, "This matter is easy to handle. Uncle Fu, go find that person and tear up the indenture contract. Tell General Mu to take him away."

"Yes." Uncle Fu bowed. "General, please follow this old servant."

Mu Yi An turned around and left. He took large strides without the slightest bit of hesitation. However, he soon disappeared from Yun Jiao's line of sight.

Qian Yu looked at Yun Jiao's back and frowned. He thought to himself, Could it be that he couldn't bear to part with Mu Yi An? If not, why would she keep staring at his back!

Yun Jiao slowly turned around, her face still filled with worry.

Qian Yu's eyebrows creased together like the word "Chuan", and he was extremely displeased.

"What are you crying for?" The corners of his lips curled up into a faint smile, exuding a sense of understanding.

Yun Jiao wiped her tears away with a handkerchief and slowly kneeled on the ground. "Yun Jiao pleads for Your Majesty to make the decision."

"Oh? What do you want? "

"Little Qiao was originally Yun Jiao's maid. She had always been close with Yun Jiao, and she had adored General Mu for a long time. Before this, she did not hesitate to chase after him to Fringe City. When she heard that General Mu was injured, she stayed by his side and did not return. As she spoke, she cried out in grievance, "Yun Jiao and little Qiao Qing are sisters. I had thought that General Mu would take the opportunity to mention the marriage, but he actually … "It seems that the general does not think much of Little Qiao. I hope that the emperor can make the decision to fulfill Little Qiao's feelings of admiration."

Qian Yu looked at Yun Jiao. Seeing her crying so bitterly, he felt a bit more pity. He got up and helped Yun Jiao up. "Silly girl, you asked me to shed so many tears for someone else's sake. Why do you have to do this?"

"Your majesty, Yun Jiao really dotes on little Qiao. She's very decisive in her actions, has a good personality, and admires the general so much. Previously, she told me that if we can't grow old together, we'd rather be together. Please make the decision, your majesty."

She started to kneel again.

"Alright, I agree." "Yun Jiao, who loves you so much, must be a good girl. She wants to be worthy of General Mu. If she can help General Mu to grow leaves, you can count it as me being good to the general, but …"

"Yun Jiao understands. Little Qiao has long known that she is a servant girl. She is as different as the sky and the earth from the general. She does not seek to be a proper wife. It is also good if she can only accompany the general as a concubine."

Qian Yu looked at Yun Jiao, pursed his lips into a smile and said, "You're a smart girl. I assume that's not your idea?"

"Your majesty?" Yun Jiao bashfully said, but it was clear that she was telling him: "This is not my idea, Yi Xiao Qiao is here to beg me."

"Forget it, I'll just treat it as the beauty of a man. Since he accepted the contract, he probably isn't completely uninterested. I'll pass down the decree to give her a marriage and make up for the dowry so that she won't be looked down upon."

"Thank you, your majesty." Yun Jiao turned her tears into a smile, as if she was happy for her sister.

"Li Bin, bring me pen and paper."

"Yes." Eunuch Li smiled as he grinded and ground the paper. He dipped it in ink and handed it to Qianyu. "Your majesty."

Qian Yu waved his brush, and an imperial edict was completed.

Yun Jiao was as beautiful as a flower. Her smile was full of joy as she sincerely thanked him. "Many thanks to your majesty for standing up for Little Qiao. Your majesty is truly a resplendent and resplendent monarch, truly admirable."

However, Qian Yu just smiled and didn't say anything.

King Yu didn't expect it to be such a simple imperial edict. He was dumbstruck as he was shocked in his heart. Yun Jiao was only a teenage girl but she had such a scheming mind. If she were to grow up a few years later, how could he control her?

Luckily, she was a woman and could not go to court. Even if she could not go to court, she would only be in the backyard. If it was a man, wouldn't he cause chaos?

When Yun Jiao entered the palace, he didn't know if it was a blessing or a curse.