Years turn into wind

Over the past few days, Ling Xiaotian and Cheng Yuwei have become increasingly cautious under Lu Sheng's relentless pressure. Having experienced the perilous situation of the previous assassination attempt, they are even more wary of Lu Sheng's schemes. Ling Xiaotian has decided to tighten the city's defenses, while Cheng Yuwei has redoubled her intelligence gathering, trying to uncover any clues to Lu Sheng's next move.

In this tense atmosphere, Ling Xiaotian received an unusual piece of intelligence. The intelligence said that Lu Sheng was about to meet with a group of mysterious people to purchase a large number of weapons from other places and plan a larger-scale attack.

"This information came suddenly and is so detailed. Could it be a bait?" Cheng Yuwei felt vaguely uneasy after reading the information.

Ling Xiaotian also had some concerns, his brow furrowed. "Lu Sheng is good at combining strength and illusion. He already tricked us last time with his plan to lure the tiger away from the mountain. He might try the same trick again this time."

Cheng Yuwei nodded slightly, and after thinking for a moment, she said, "Since he is good at using false information, we might as well take advantage of his every move."

Ling Xiaotian's eyes lit up, and he asked in a deep voice, "Are you saying that we should also set up a trap to lure the snake out of its hole?"

Cheng Yuwei nodded, her tone firm: "We can have someone pretend to investigate the source of intelligence, and then deliberately spread a false news that there is a spy in the Marshal's Mansion to cause Lu Sheng to lose his composure. As long as he suspects there is a mole among him, his arrangements will inevitably be relaxed."

That night, Ling Xiaotian conveyed this plan to his confidants and ordered them to lay a tight net. At the same time, he arranged for his guards to secretly spread the news that a mysterious figure codenamed "Feiyan" was providing intelligence to the Marshal's Mansion. This person was deeply trusted by Ling Xiaotian, and even Cheng Yuwei was unaware of this person.

A few days later, Lu Sheng's spies indeed found out the news. His deputy reported to him with a smug look on his face, "Marshal, that 'Feiyan' must be an old friend of Cheng Yuwei, who infiltrated the mansion under her orders. If we capture this person, not only will we shake Cheng Yuwei's trust, but we'll also gain access to the secrets of the Marshal's mansion!"

Lu Sheng sneered, "So, Ling Xiaotian and Cheng Yuwei are gradually letting down their guard against us. This is a good time to strike."

He immediately ordered his spies to search for Feiyan and planned an ambush at the Marshal's Mansion. He didn't expect that all this had already fallen into Ling Xiaotian's control.

Meanwhile, everything inside the Marshal's mansion appears normal, but a turbulent undercurrent is brewing. Cheng Yuwei and Ling Xiaotian work in perfect harmony, countering a tactical plan. Ling Xiaotian sends several suspected spies into a hypothetical "intelligence bureau," tasked with spreading false intelligence and confusing the public.

Cheng Yuwei secretly controlled all of this and paid attention to the transmission of all information. She knew that as long as Lu Sheng made any mistake, it would be the best opportunity for them to counterattack.

A week later, in the depths of night, an alarm suddenly rang out from the Marshal's residence. Cheng Yuwei and Ling Xiaotian immediately led their men to the side courtyard where the incident occurred. Inside, flames shot up into the sky, accompanied by the shouts of soldiers, and the scene was in chaos.

A soldier came running over to report: "General, a group of assassins tried to sneak into the side yard and try to kill you!"

Ling Xiaotian's eyes flashed coldly, and he whispered, "Lu Sheng finally took action."

At this moment, Cheng Yuwei keenly noticed something unusual: several figures seemed to be hiding in the corner of the side courtyard. She quietly signaled Ling Xiaotian. Ling Xiaotian reacted quickly, quietly detouring to the back alley of the side courtyard with his trusted confidants and setting up an ambush.

Not long after, a team of black-clad assassins sneaked in quietly. They acted in a secretive manner and were obviously here to assassinate Ling Xiaotian.

Ling Xiaotian watched coldly from the darkness and suddenly gave an order: "Go!"

The soldiers rushed forward, surrounding the assassins. Expecting a quick victory, the assassins hadn't anticipated a trap. They fought back in panic, but were unable to defend themselves and were captured in a flash.

An assassin leader was brought before Ling Xiaotian, who sneered, "Lu Sheng's methods are only so good. He sent you here to die?"

The man gnashed his teeth and spat out a mouthful of blood foam: "Ling Xiaotian, you only succeeded by luck. Sooner or later, you will be defeated by my Marshal!"

Ling Xiaotian sneered and waved his hand for the soldiers to take him away. Just then, a soldier stepped forward and whispered, "General, a batch of secret weapons have been discovered in the secret room in the side courtyard. It seems that Lu Sheng has left it as an ambush."

Cheng Yuwei frowned slightly upon hearing this. "It seems this batch of weapons was Lu Sheng's backup plan, an attempt to ambush us at a critical moment. Fortunately, it was discovered in advance."

Ling Xiaotian nodded and said in a cold voice: "Confiscate all these weapons and search them thoroughly, leaving no hidden dangers behind."

After clearing the battlefield, Ling Xiaotian and Cheng Yuwei returned to the mansion, a look of relief on their faces. Ling Xiaotian looked at Cheng Yuwei, a tenderness flashing in his eyes, and whispered, "Yuwei, this time, thanks to you for leading Lu Sheng into the trap step by step. Without your planning, we would have paid a much greater price."

Cheng Yuwei smiled faintly and held his hand gently: "You and I are walking side by side, these dangers are nothing. As long as we are together, I am willing to give you advice and even go through fire and water for you."

Ling Xiaotian smiled slightly and whispered, "Yuwei, after going through so many ups and downs, I finally understand that in my heart, you are not only my counselor, but also my only home."

He gently hugged Cheng Yuwei, and the two of them snuggled together quietly, enjoying a moment of peace. After experiencing countless swords and swords, such time seemed particularly precious.

However, Lu Sheng, far away on the other side, was furious when he learned that the assassination plan had failed. His deputy reported tremblingly, "Marshal, we have lost our reserve of weapons. Our plan has been thwarted again by Ling Xiaotian."

Lu Sheng sneered, a sinister look flashing in his eyes: "Ling Xiaotian, Cheng Yuwei, since you keep pressing me, I will make you pay the price!"

He immediately ordered his men to strengthen their internal undercover operations and sent more spies into the Marshal's Mansion in an attempt to uncover Cheng Yuwei's whereabouts. Lu Sheng decided not to rely solely on force, but to target Cheng Yuwei directly. He wanted to make Cheng Yuwei disappear before Ling Xiaotian, using a soft knife that would sharpen the most profound and longest.