Years turn into wind

After several days of careful planning, Ling Xiaotian decided to take the initiative. He knew that the black-robed man would not give up easily, and the southern forces would definitely attack again. Only by taking the initiative could he nip the danger in the bud.

That night, Ling Xiaotian and Cheng Yuwei gathered several trusted generals and secret guards to discuss a counterattack against the southern forces. Cheng Yuwei offered a suggestion: "They dare to provoke us so brazenly because they believe we will defend ourselves and not attack. If we set a trap and exploit their impatience, perhaps we can turn the tables."

Ling Xiaotian's eyes flashed with admiration, and he smiled, "That's right. If the enemy wants to get your prescription, then let them think it's within their reach."

Next, they deliberately spread the news that Cheng Yuwei was recently researching a precious antidote recipe, which would be stored in the Marshal's Mansion. To make the information more authentic, Ling Xiaotian also deliberately relaxed the vigilance of some spies' activities, giving the southern forces some opportunities to exploit.

A few days later, the southern spies took the bait. Upon learning that the "prescription" would be stored at the Marshal's Mansion, the southern forces immediately dispatched a group of elites to infiltrate Jiangnan, intending to seize the prescription in one fell swoop. However, they had no idea that the entire Marshal's Mansion had already laid a tight net, waiting for them to fall into it.

Late at night, several men in black quietly sneaked into the Marshal's residence and, following the path deliberately left by the secret guards, groped their way to the pharmacy. Cheng Yuwei watched the entire process unfold, feeling slightly nervous, but she knew that Ling Xiaotian's arrangements were meticulous and that nothing would go wrong.

When the men in black successfully broke into the pharmacy, the surrounding lights suddenly came on, and dozens of secret guards appeared, surrounding them. The leading man's face changed, clearly realizing he had fallen for a trap. However, he quickly regained his composure and sneered, "Ling Xiaotian, what a trick to lure the enemy deeper. But do you really think this is all we have?"

At this moment, Ling Xiaotian approached, sword in hand, his tone cold yet commanding: "I naturally know you won't act rashly. That's why I'm going to capture you all in one fell swoop."

Just as he finished speaking, a burst of hurried footsteps was heard outside. Another group of enemies hiding in the dark were also successfully ambushed by the secret guards. The two sides fought fiercely and the entire Marshal's Mansion fell into chaos.

Cheng Yuwei stood by, witnessing Ling Xiaotian's calm and composed command on the battlefield with a secret admiration. Although the enemy's spies were cunning, Ling Xiaotian's tactics left them exposed and constrained at every turn. After a fierce battle, the enemy was finally completely subdued, and the man in black was captured alive.

Ling Xiaotian slowly walked towards the black-robed man, his eyes sharp as he said in a cold voice, "Tell me, how many more plans does General Xie have? If you don't tell the truth, you won't leave here alive."

The black-robed man was unruly and sneered in response, "You think you've won? My master will never let you down. One day, you will pay the price for this."

Ling Xiaotian narrowed his eyes slightly, his gaze cold and icy: "Since you are so stubborn, I will take you back and interrogate you."

Cheng Yuwei watched Ling Xiaotian from the side, feeling both nervous and relieved. She stepped forward and whispered, "Xiaotian, thank goodness you planned everything so carefully, otherwise tonight's outcome would have been very different."

Ling Xiaotian smiled and gently squeezed her hand: "All of this is to protect you. I promised you that no matter how strong the storm is, I will protect you."

Cheng Yuwei felt a deep warmth in her heart and nodded gently, with a touch of emotion in her eyes: "I believe you and thank you. Thank you for doing so much for me."

Ling Xiaotian smiled slightly, his eyes gentle: "Yuwei, I will be satisfied as long as you accompany me through all these ups and downs." The two smiled at each other, as if the troubles in this world had nothing to do with them.

However, they were unaware that a more sinister plot was taking shape in General Xie's camp in the south. And this time, the target was no longer just Cheng Yuwei's prescription...