"Yan'er, you must return in triumph, I'm waiting for you." Hee Qingshan said with a face full of excitement and worry, as if his eyes could only see Qiann Yan.
In fact, they hadn't seen much of each other these past few months. Qiann Yan was busy training the troops every day and never took the initiative to find him; Hee Qingshan was more than willing for that to be the case. He still made sure to have people send her various things every day, ensuring she wouldn't feel neglected.
During these months, Ling Shishi was seldom by his side, mainly because she was afraid he might recall that disgusting incident from before.
With her prior knowledge, Qiann Yan led the army to avoid many traps, swiftly capturing city after city, with no one able to withstand them.
Her fearless and invincible deeds astonished everyone in the world.
There was even a saying that having Yun Qianyan meant having the world.
All the men envied Hee Qingshan for having such a remarkable wife; had they known earlier, they would have married her first and now regretted it deeply.
"Sir, when will Mother come back?" Hee Wenqian said longingly, "It's been years, and Mother hasn't returned. I miss her."
Xun Zihuai, forever dressed in white, stood at a height, his whole being exuding 'do not disturb.' Hee Wenqian was used to it and wasn't afraid at all.
Xun Zihuai looked at the brightest star in the sky, the Ziwei star, suppressing the other stars nearby with its brilliance, and smiled, "It's soon."
Recently, many stars have fallen.
Sis is truly a star-plucking expert.
He seemed to become the most useless person in the Xun Family, without needing to assist, as the other party could easily conquer the whole world.
No, he was useful too, taking care of the children at home for her.
Embarrassing!
"Sir, that star is really bright; which star is that?"
"That's the Ziwei star," Xun Zihuai said with bright eyes, "also known as the Emperor Star. Its presence signifies the emergence of a Bright Monarch, bringing world peace. In the near future, the world will be unified, and the people will live in peace without the hardships of war."
"Is it Father?"
Xun Zihuai shook his head lightly, full of the demeanor of a sage, making it impossible for others to guess his intentions, and said in a misty voice, "I don't know, it's up to destiny."
Nonsense!
How could it be that sneaky guy!!
Is it a daydream?!
Does he deserve it?
We need to teach this kid better taste, it's too poor.
"I believe Mother will succeed." Hee Wenqian clenched his little fist, "Mother is the best."
Xun Zihuai smiled faintly; he had seen through Qiann Yan's thoughts long ago, and the outcome for Hee Qingshan was obvious—his star had long since gone dim.
Hee Wenqian fell silent: "Father doesn't seem to like me. I daren't tell Mother, afraid she would worry."
Xun Zihuai didn't respond, knowing one day the child would understand.
In the blink of an eye, more time passed, and by now Qiann Yan had conquered more than thirty cities. The opponent was left with only five, almost the entire world was hers.
"General, this city is the center of the Central Plains, rich in resources, and easy to defend but hard to attack. It's ideal to serve as the Capital City."
Qiann Yan nodded in agreement, "I think so too. Bring paper and pen; tell the Great King and the others to move here, it's safer."
In her letter, Qiann Yan explained her plan, splitting the troops into two paths; Hee Qingshan would take a small road with his trusted followers, while her father and two children, along with Xun Zihuai, would take the main road. She wrote in the letter that this was for Hee Qingshan's safety. Prince Chang was now in dire straits and might go for a desperate last stand.
She believed that with such an explanation, Hee Qingshan would surely sneak away as instructed.
Originally, they did indeed split into two paths, with Hee Qingshan taking the small road and the two children taking the main road. The original intention was worried about Hee Qingshan's safety, so she asked her father to protect him.
In the end, her father met his demise protecting Hee Qingshan.
This time, Hee Qingshan should not escape, right?
If Prince Chang killed Hee Qingshan, even better; she could avenge her husband by killing Prince Chang, achieving just and rightful revenge, and gain the support of everyone.
In this way, Hee Qingshan could be said to die well.
System 666: [Host, you are truly wise and powerful.]
"Stop being sarcastic."
System 666 immediately fell silent, afraid to speak. It was genuinely complimenting, but the Host misunderstood.
"Yan'er truly considers my well-being in every way. Although I don't want to do this, it's the only way to safely reach Feng City." Hee Qingshan said reluctantly, "Father-in-law, I'll leave the care of the two children to you."
Yun Yong'an: "Don't mention it; they're my grandchildren. Even at the cost of my life, I must protect them."
Xun Zihuai silently calculated a divination in his sleeve and then looked at Hee Qingshan with a face full of pity.