Who put the yellow robe on me?

"Why did General Zuo do this?" he muttered to himself, frowning.

Zuo Yongyu was one of Jiang Chen's most trusted generals, and it was impossible for him to let an enemy general go easily. However, he deliberately exposed a flaw in the duel to allow himself to win.

He recalled Zuo Yongyu's eyes that night, which seemed to hide some deep meaning.

Could this be the instruction of His Royal Highness Prince Yan? But why would His Royal Highness do this? He couldn't help but feel confused.

"Should I confess to His Highness?" This thought lingered in his mind.

If His Highness knew that I had let Mammon go without permission, I would surely be killed according to military law.

He shook his head violently, trying to dispel the thought. After all, His Royal Highness the Prince of Yan had been kind to him, not only settling his family, but also allowing him to let his former good brother Mammon go.

Thinking of this, he calmed down a little. But then he thought again, Zuo Yongyu was willing to let him let Mammon go, perhaps with His Highness's tacit consent. Otherwise, he would never let him go so easily.

"Tomorrow, I'll go and apologize to His Highness." He made up his mind and felt much more relaxed.

The next morning, just as the sky was getting light, the camp had already started to get busy.

Soldiers sorted their equipment, preparing for another day of training. The air was filled with the fragrance of green grass and the moisture of morning dew. Sunlight filtered through the mist, casting a light on the earth, giving people a sense of rebirth.

Xianyu Linyuan got up early, straightened his clothes, and walked towards Jiang Chen's tent. He felt a little nervous, but more determined.

"No matter what, I must explain this to His Highness in person." He thought silently.

When he reached the general's tent, two guards saw him and saluted respectfully: "General Xianyu, good morning!"

"Good morning." He smiled slightly and asked, "Is His Highness free now? I want to see him for something."

"Your Highness has just gotten up. Please wait a moment, I will go and inform him." said a guard.

"Don't bother, I'll just wait here." Xian Yu Linyuan said.

Soon, the guard returned and said, "General Xianyu, His Highness invites you in."

He took a deep breath, straightened his sleeves, and walked into the general's tent.

Inside the tent, Jiang Chen was sitting at his desk, holding a scroll in his hands, his expression focused. Hearing footsteps, he looked up and smiled, "General Xianyu, come!"

Xian Yu Linyuan took a step forward and was about to speak when he was interrupted by Jiang Chen.

"It just so happens that I have something to discuss with you." Jiang Chen's tone was a little hurried, and there was a strange light in his eyes.

Xian Yulinyuan was stunned, and swallowed the words back: "Your Highness, please speak."

Jiang Chen put down the scroll in his hand, his expression becoming serious. "Something has happened in the capital. I need you and Xuanyuan Feiyan to accompany me to the capital immediately."

"An unexpected event?" Xian Yulinyuan was startled and asked hurriedly, "Your Highness, could you please explain in detail?"

Jiang Chen sighed, his eyes solemn. "I don't know the specifics, but the spies reported that His Majesty has summoned me back to the palace. There must be some changes."

Xianyu Linyuan was overwhelmed when he heard the news. He realized that this trip would be extremely dangerous.

"Your Highness, what do you need me to do?" he asked calmly.

Jiang Chen smiled faintly: "Zhong Xiaodan and others need to continue fighting here and cannot escape. You and Xuanyuan Feiyan are both capable men of the king. I will need your protection on the way back to the capital this time."

Xian Yu Linyuan nodded: "I understand, I will do my best."

Jiang Chen nodded with satisfaction: "Very good, go and get ready, we will set off this afternoon."

"Yes, Your Highness." Xian Yulinyuan was about to leave when he suddenly remembered something and turned around.

"Your Highness, I actually have something to report to you." There was a hint of hesitation in his tone.

Jiang Chen glanced at him with a deep gaze: "General Xianyu, is it about what happened last night?"

Xian Yulinyuan's heart was shocked, and his expression changed slightly: "Your Highness, you... you know?"

Jiang Chen nodded lightly, his expression calm: "This king already knew it."

Xian Yulinyuan knelt on one knee, clasped his fists and said, "Your Highness, I acknowledge my guilt! I let Mammon go last night without permission. I committed a grave mistake. Please punish me, Your Highness!"

Jiang Chen walked up to him and held out his hand to help him up: "Get up, this king does not blame you."

Xian Yulinyuan raised his head, his eyes filled with surprise and gratitude: "Your Highness?"

Jiang Chen smiled slightly. "You and Mammon are like brothers. I understand your feelings. This has always been your wish. I am just fulfilling your wish."

Xian Yulinyuan wanted to say something else: "Your Highness..."

Jiang Chen put away the map and turned around: "Okay, no need to say more. Go back and prepare, and set off on time this afternoon."

"Yes, Your Highness!" Xianyu Linyuan saluted respectfully, feeling extremely grateful.

Walking out of the general's tent, the sun shone on him, bringing a wave of warmth. He took a deep breath, feeling the fragrance of grass and flowers in the air, and his mood became particularly relaxed.

"I must do my best to assist Your Highness." He made up his mind secretly.

In the afternoon, the camp was bustling with activity. Soldiers were packing their equipment and preparing to depart. Xianyu Linyuan and Xuanyuan Feiyan walked together to the assembly point.

"Brother Xianyu, I heard that we are going to the capital?" Xuanyuan Feiyan asked.

Xian Yulinyuan nodded: "Yes, His Highness has important matters and needs us to accompany him."

The two of them talked as they walked, and soon arrived at a small woods outside the city. Jiang Chen was already waiting, accompanied by Zuo Yongyu and several elite soldiers.

"Is everyone here?" Jiang Chen looked around and confirmed that everyone was there. "It's a long journey to the capital, and we might encounter danger. I hope everyone stays alert."

Everyone responded in unison: "Yes, Your Highness!"

Jiang Chen nodded: "Okay, let's go!"

A group of people rode their horses and left the camp. There were a few white clouds floating in the sky, and a breeze brought a cool breeze.

Xianyu Linyuan rode on the horse, feeling the speed of the wind, and felt particularly relaxed.

He turned his head to glance at Jiang Chen beside him and found that the prince looked calm, but there was a hint of worry in his eyes.

"Your Highness, are you worried about the situation in the capital?" he asked.

Jiang Chen smiled slightly: "Yes, I don't know what the situation in the court is like now."

Xianyu Linyuan asked, "Your Highness, do you have any good ideas?"

Jiang Chen shook his head: "I have sent Deng Yunde to inquire about the current situation, but there is still no response!"

To return to the capital from Xizhou, one must pass through Liangzhou City, and Xianyu Linyuan and Xuanyuan Feiyan's families are in Liangzhou City, so Jiang Chen asked several people to go to Liangzhou City to sponsor one night.

And I was also planning to go see my thirteenth sister. After all, ever since I went on the expedition to the Western Regions, I had placed my thirteenth sister Jiang Sirou in the mansion in Liangzhou City.

"Sixteenth brother? You are finally here!" Jiang Sirou looked at Jiang Chen anxiously and said.

"What's wrong? Thirteenth sister?" Jiang Chen looked at Jiang Sirou with confusion.