After crossing, I surrounded the capital from the countryside

Seeing He Anran hugging Xu Qingqing at this moment, like a hen protecting her chicks, Xiao Yuheng was speechless for a moment, feeling that he had no way to defend himself.

He opened his mouth, ready to argue.

Then Ah Da's voice came from outside the door: "Master, Xu Li and his friends are back, and they brought a group of beautiful girls with them."

"Oh my god, I almost forgot about this!" Xu Qingqing was startled and stood up and ran outside. After passing by Xiao Yuheng, a triumphant smile appeared on her face.

He Anran turned around and quickly caught up with Xu Qingqing. When passing by Xiao Yuheng, he glared at him with a warning look.

Xiao Yuheng: ...? ? ? ! ! ! No, I... forget it...

The sunlight shines on the winding path, casting golden rays of light.

Xu Li and Xu Tong were pulling two ox carts carrying a lot of luggage, and they were standing in front and behind to protect the girls walking in the middle.

They walked slowly on the way back to Xiaoyao Sect. Their faces were no longer covered with heavy makeup, but were replaced with light, fresh and natural makeup, like lotus flowers that had been washed clean of dust and were reborn at this moment.

When they walked into the gate of Xiaoyao Sect, the originally bustling courtyard suddenly became quiet, and everyone's eyes turned to the group of new girls, their eyes full of curiosity and amazement.

"Oh my! These girls are so pretty!" a young woman couldn't help but exclaim in admiration.

The middle-aged woman next to him echoed: "That's right, I've never seen such a beautiful girl!"

"She is truly the most stunning beauty in the world. I have never seen such a beautiful woman!" A young man stared with eyes wide open, praising her generously.

"She's just like a fairy walking out of a painting!"

"It seems that our Xiaoyao Sect will have a lot of beauties! It will also be a beautiful scenery!" An old lady patted the hands of the woman next to her and said with a smile.

The woman felt a little more shy when she saw the old man's teasing look.

"If I can win the favor of one of these beauties, my life will be complete!" A man's eyes flashed with anticipation.

The next second, the man felt a pain in his arm.

Looking at the hand pinching the arm, it turned out to be the woman next to the old lady.

The woman had one hand on her waist and the other on his arm. When she saw him looking at her, she immediately said, "Don't you look at yourself? You want to win the favor of a beautiful woman. You are like a toad wanting to eat swan meat. You don't know your own weight! You are so shameless!"

"I was just thinking about it. There's nothing wrong with just thinking about it!" The man rubbed his pinched arm and muttered softly.

Seeing that he was not convinced, the woman raised her hand again, and the man immediately gave in.

Mei Niang and her companions saw everything that happened here, and they were looking forward to living with these people in the future.

After all, these people do not have any bad or disgusting desires in their eyes because of their appearance.

Instead, it is some straightforward appreciation and respect that makes them feel very happy and comfortable.

"Sister, we can finally start a new life." A girl named Xiaolan said softly, with anticipation in her eyes.

Mei Niang smiled and nodded, saying: "Yes, this will be our new home, and we will live a free and easy life!"

As they were talking, they had already walked into Xiaoyao Sect and saw a little girl in pink standing in the crowd. It was Xu Qingqing.

Xu Qingqing's face was filled with a joyful smile and she quickly walked towards them.

"Mei Niang, you are finally here!"

Xu Qingqing led them to the center of the courtyard and introduced them to everyone: "Everyone, these are the new girls. They will also be part of our Xiaoyao Sect in the future. I hope everyone can get along well!"

Everyone expressed their welcome, with applause and cheers one after another.

Mei Niang and the others felt the kindness and acceptance of everyone in Xiaoyao Sect, and felt like they had found their true home.

Perhaps, from this moment on, they can really usher in a new life.

They all firmly believe in this.

That night, in order to welcome these new girls and to help them better integrate into the Xiaoyao Sect.

Xu Qingqing specially organized a grand welcoming ceremony.

The courtyard was filled with all kinds of delicacies and fine wines, and the sounds of joy echoed in the night sky.

Within two days, the sky finally cleared up, the sun penetrated the clouds and shone on the ground, and everything seemed so vibrant.

The renovation of the brick kiln also began in an orderly manner.

The land reclamation was also very smooth. The newly turned soil exuded a faint fragrance. Potato seeds were carefully buried in the ground, and a good harvest would be available after a while.

Everything is going in the right direction, except...

Xu Qingqing looked at the number on the task panel that was deliberately capitalized and highlighted in red by 111: 4988/5000, with a countdown of 10 days, and felt a little headache.

Her hands hung limply at her sides, as if she didn't even have the strength to lift them.

The depressing number 12 kept echoing in Xu Qingqing's mind.

How could this be possible? Xu Qingqing was puzzled.

I thought that with the addition of this large number of refugees, the mission could be accomplished, but who would have thought that there were only 12 people missing!

Now I’m stuck here, where can I find someone?

Suddenly, Lu Zhenting's face flashed through her mind. Yes, isn't Lu Zhenting plus his 16 personal soldiers enough?

Wasn't this also the purpose of rescuing them in the first place?

But...how can we convince someone as loyal and patriotic as Lu Zhenting to join the Xiaoyao Sect?

Well, that's a problem!

Thinking of this, Xu Qingqing took action immediately.

Soon, Xu Qingqing arrived at the residence where Lu Zhenting was recuperating.

In the yard, Lu Zhenting was sitting at a stone table, holding a yellowed military book and reading it attentively.

Hearing the noise, he looked up and saw that it was Xu Qingqing. A hint of surprise flashed in his eyes, and then he smiled.

"Master Xu, why are you here?" Lu Zhenting put down the military book, stood up and greeted him.

Xu Qingqing smiled and bowed, "General Lu, I haven't seen you for a long time. I came to see how you are recovering and whether your injuries are better."

Hearing this, Lu Zhenting patted his chest and said proudly, "Don't worry, Sect Master Xu, these are just superficial injuries. With the help of Divine Doctor Li's medicine, I will be fine."

"It was you, Sect Master Xu, who saved our lives. I, Lu, will always remember this kindness!"

Xu Qingqing waved her hand and said with a smile: "General Lu, you are too kind. It is chivalrous to help those who are injustice. Moreover, as a great general who protects the country, I have long admired you. It is my honor to see your style!"

After the two exchanged greetings, Xu Qingqing's gaze fell on the several personal soldiers standing behind Lu Zhenting.

Although their injuries were no longer serious, there was still a trace of fatigue and vicissitudes on their faces.

Xu Qingqing's heart moved, and she asked, "General Lu, what are your plans next?"

Hearing this, Lu Zhenting showed a bitter smile on his face.