Years turn into wind

Ling Xiaotian and Cheng Yuwei continued to plot their countermeasures against Lu Sheng, while on the surface, they temporarily maintained a false appearance of peace. Everything in the Marshal's Mansion continued as usual, day after day. However, everyone understood that this was the calm before the storm.

Since the peace meeting, Lu Sheng's army has indeed stopped attacking, as if everything has calmed down. However, Cheng Yuwei still has doubts, she always feels that the other party's sudden "compromise" is not sincere.

At night, Cheng Yuwei sat in her study, carefully studying Lu Sheng's movements. Ling Xiaotian brought a cup of hot tea and gently placed it next to her hand: "Yuwei, don't stay up late. There's no new movement from Lu Sheng for the time being. Get a good rest tonight."

Cheng Yuwei smiled slightly, took the teacup and took a sip: "Xiaotian, I always feel that Lu Sheng will not let go easily. People like him are hypocritical and scheming. I am just worried that he is secretly planning a bigger conspiracy."

Ling Xiaotian sat beside her, frowning slightly, and said thoughtfully, "I feel the same way. Lu Sheng has always been scheming, and his composure is just a cover. I'm afraid his 'peace talks' this time are an attempt to paralyze us and make us let down our guard."

Cheng Yuwei nodded, her eyes firm. "Why don't we deploy some people to secretly investigate Lu Sheng's movements. If he really has any conspiracy, we can see through it in advance."

Ling Xiaotian nodded approvingly, and then sent a trusted spy to Lu Sheng's camp to quietly observe his deployment.

A few days later, the spies returned with news that Lu Sheng wasn't as quiet as he appeared. The spies discovered that there were undercurrents within Lu Sheng's camp. He had not only recruited a large number of new soldiers but had also secretly purchased a large amount of munitions, clearly preparing for his next move.

Ling Xiaotian and Cheng Yuwei exchanged glances, each seeing a calm murderous intent in the other's eyes. Cheng Yuwei whispered, "Lu Sheng is shielding himself. If we let our guard down, he'll surely attack us unexpectedly, catching us off guard."

Ling Xiaotian nodded slowly, his voice low, "This time we're going to give him an unexpected counterattack."

Ling Xiaotian then secretly assembled his elite troops and stationed them on both sides, ready to launch a devastating counterattack should Lu Sheng strike. Meanwhile, Cheng Yuwei deployed a medical team in the rear to ensure that all soldiers received timely medical treatment.

Soon after, Lu Sheng's operation finally began. On a dark and windy night, Lu Sheng's troops, like a hurricane, suddenly attacked Ling Xiaotian's frontline position. He had clearly assumed Ling Xiaotian would be unprepared, but just as his troops entered the position, they were ambushed.

Ling Xiaotian's elite troops had already been ambushed here, and they instantly attacked from both flanks, catching Lu Sheng's troops off guard. Lu Sheng had obviously not expected to encounter such resistance, and his soldiers were scattered, suffering heavy casualties.

Cheng Yuwei stood at the rear of the battlefield, directing the medical team to quickly treat the injured soldiers. Her eyes held a resolute look, and a sense of satisfaction welled up in her heart—this time, they had completely disrupted Lu Sheng's plans.

After the battle, Ling Xiaotian and Cheng Yuwei returned to the Marshal's Mansion and stood high above, overlooking the city in the night. They stood side by side, their hearts growing closer after experiencing this bloody battle.

Ling Xiaotian suddenly turned his head to look at Cheng Yuwei, his eyes gentle and affectionate: "Yuwei, do you know? No matter how many battles I have to fight, as long as you are with me, I will not be afraid."

Cheng Yuwei was slightly startled, then looked up at him with a complex emotion in her eyes. She sighed softly, "Xiaotian, we have walked side by side for so long. No matter what happens in the future, I will be by your side."

Ling Xiaotian smiled, held her hand, and said firmly: "You are my lifelong companion. Yuwei, no matter what the future holds, I hope to spend my life with you."

The two smiled at each other, their hearts connected in that moment. In this warm moment, they suddenly heard hurried footsteps. Ling Xiaotian turned around and saw a trusted confidant running towards them, panting and looking panicked.

"General, Lu Sheng has escaped! He successfully broke through the encirclement with his remaining troops and fled to the northwest. It seems he hasn't given up on revenge!"

Ling Xiaotian frowned and said coldly, "It seems he still refuses to give up. This time, I will make sure he completely loses his chance of turning things around."

A hint of coldness flashed in Cheng Yuwei's eyes, and she nodded gently: "Since Lu Sheng has chosen to resist stubbornly, we will definitely not show mercy."

That night, Ling Xiaotian dispatched elite troops to track Lu Sheng, intent on wiping him out once and for all. During the battle, Cheng Yuwei and Ling Xiaotian's bond grew deeper. After these life-or-death experiences, they became more than just allies, becoming the closest of souls.

Cheng Yuwei often pondered in the quiet of the night: her encounter with Ling Xiaotian was originally just a coincidence of fate, but now, they had become an indispensable part of each other's lives. She gradually realized that no matter whether the future brought storms or sunshine, she was willing to walk with him forever.

However, the dark clouds in the northwest have not yet dissipated. Lu Sheng's existence is like a sharp dagger hanging over their heads, which may cause new troubles at any time.