Years turn into wind

The next morning, Ling Xiaotian and Cheng Yuwei prepared for battle without stopping. A tense atmosphere permeated the entire mansion, with soldiers on high alert. The entire mansion seemed like a volcano about to erupt, pent up with pent-up anger and fighting spirit.

Cheng Yuwei sat in Ling Xiaotian's tent, analyzing battle reports from all sides, becoming his right-hand man. She held a map, carefully pointing out the points vulnerable to enemy penetration. "The enemy will certainly use surprise attacks. We must maintain a retreat while defending. Otherwise, if we fail to retreat in time, we'll be outflanked."

Ling Xiaotian nodded, his eyes gleaming like a tiger plotting its prey. "Although Liu Jingyao is ruthless, her army also has weaknesses. As you said, if they are intercepted during their surprise attack, they will be in chaos. You will command from the base camp, and I will personally lead the troops to fight."

Cheng Yuwei frowned slightly. Although she knew Ling Xiaotian was a veteran of many battles, she still felt uneasy. "You are the backbone of the entire army. You must not take risks lightly."

Ling Xiaotian gently held her hand and said softly, "Don't worry, I will come back safely. I won't take any risks with you by my side."

A warm feeling welled up in her heart, and she finally nodded silently.

The enemy slowly approached under the cover of darkness. Liu Jingyao's troops, using the cover of darkness, planned to capture Ling Xiaotian's forces in one fell swoop. However, Ling Xiaotian was well prepared. His covert reconnaissance team had already detected the enemy's movements. With a sneer, he decisively ordered, "Ambush on all sides. As soon as the enemy enters attack range, immediately encircle and destroy them!"

As the enemy, hesitant and uncertain, crossed the woods, Ling Xiaotian gave the order, and thousands of soldiers rushed out of the ambush circle, surrounding the enemy in the middle. Liu Jingyao's men were immediately thrown into chaos, and Ling Xiaotian seized the opportunity and led his troops in a fierce offensive, forcing the enemy back.

Watching the enemy troops disintegrate, Cheng Yuwei closely monitored the battle situation in the command post, secretly worried about Ling Xiaotian. Suddenly, her deputy hurriedly ran in to report: "The Marshal is fighting fiercely with the enemy on the front line, and Liu Jingyao's ambush troops have also attacked the flank!"

Cheng Yuwei stood up abruptly and said in a deep voice, "Immediately dispatch a team of elite troops to provide support!" She was filled with anxiety, fearing that Ling Xiaotian would be fighting alone on the front lines. Her deputy took the order and left, while she continued to coordinate the overall situation and ensure the integrity of the battle line.

The battle gradually drew to a close. Ling Xiaotian, covered in blood, returned triumphantly with his soldiers. Cheng Yuwei looked at his exhausted yet heroic figure, feeling both relieved and distressed. She stepped forward and asked with concern, "Are you seriously injured? Let me take a look."

Ling Xiaotian smiled and shook his head: "Don't worry, it's just a minor injury." He reached out and gently wiped the sweat from her forehead, saying softly: "You've worked hard these past few days."

Cheng Yuwei held his hand, with a hint of reproach in her eyes: "You always make me worry."

Ling Xiaotian smiled gently: "With you by my side, everything is worth it."

The two smiled at each other, seemingly oblivious to the flames of war and smoke behind them. However, at this moment, a guard hurried over to report, "General, Liu Jingyao from the enemy army has personally sent a letter inviting you to meet tomorrow!"

Ling Xiaotian's eyes glared, and he sneered, "She knew she had failed, yet she still dared to invite me to meet her. It seems she has other plans."

A trace of vigilance flashed in Cheng Yuwei's eyes: "It might be dangerous on this trip, you need to be careful."

Ling Xiaotian nodded: "Don't worry, I know what to do. Yuwei, this battle has come to an end for now. I will find out the enemy's intentions as soon as possible and will not let her take advantage of the situation again."

The next day, Ling Xiaotian arrived at the meeting place as scheduled. Liu Jingyao sat in a tea pavilion, her demeanor elegant, but her eyes gleaming with ambition and unwillingness. She whispered, "Xiaotian, I thought you were just a crude soldier, but I didn't expect you to be so strategic."

Ling Xiaotian glanced at her coldly and said bluntly, "Liu Jingyao, I'm not interested in your boring polite words. Tell me, what is the conspiracy behind this meeting?"

Liu Jingyao smiled faintly and said nonchalantly, "Marshal Ling, you have a beloved woman, and what about me? I don't want to waste my energy on this anymore. Why don't we work together? Wouldn't it be better if we could join forces?"

Ling Xiaotian frowned and refused without hesitation: "I, Ling Xiaotian, never bother to cooperate with conspirators. If you dare to move a single soldier again, I will show no mercy!"

Liu Jingyao's smile gradually cooled, and a hint of resentment appeared in her eyes: "Ling Xiaotian, one day you will regret your choice today!"

Ling Xiaotian ignored her and walked away, leaving behind a cold figure. Liu Jingyao's expression darkened as she watched him retreat. "You're always so ruthless, but I won't give up."

After returning to the Marshal's Mansion, Ling Xiaotian told Cheng Yuwei the details of the meeting. Cheng Yuwei listened thoughtfully and whispered, "Liu Jingyao is so persistent and won't give up easily. We must be prepared to deal with her counterattack at any time."

Ling Xiaotian gently held Cheng Yuwei's hand and said soothingly, "With you by my side, no conspiracy or trick can shake me."

Cheng Yuwei smiled lightly and teased, "You really are good at saying sweet words."

Ling Xiaotian smiled slightly and looked at her seriously: "You are my greatest comrade-in-arms and the most important person to me."

Cheng Yuwei was slightly startled, a blush spreading across her face. She lowered her head, unsure how to respond to this sudden warmth. Ling Xiaotian reached out and pulled her into his arms, whispering softly, "Yuwei, no matter what happens in the future, I will never let you leave my side."

Cheng Yuwei leaned lightly on his chest, feeling his strong heartbeat, and the uneasy heart in her heart finally calmed down.