Years turn into wind

A trace of worry flashed in Cheng Yuwei's eyes: "Liu Jingyao has planted many secret agents in the city. If she directly targets us this time, I'm afraid the civilians in the city will also be implicated."

Ling Xiaotian's eyes glared, and he said in a deep voice, "She wants to use the people in the city to contain me, but she must not succeed. Yuwei, this time, I need your full assistance to help me figure out her plan."

Cheng Yuwei nodded, clutching the map in her hand. "We can start from the source of the intelligence. A few days ago, I planted some spies in the city. They may be able to provide us with Liu Jingyao's whereabouts."

That night, Ling Xiaotian and Cheng Yuwei disguised themselves as ordinary vendors and quietly entered the city. They wandered through the alleys under the cover of darkness, keeping a close eye on every suspicious corner. Although Cheng Yuwei felt uneasy, she felt a sense of security with Ling Xiaotian by her side.

After several detours, they finally met up with a reliable intelligence agent. With a serious expression, the agent whispered, "Marshal, Madam, Liu Jingyao has been frequenting a restaurant in the city lately. It's said she's planning something big, and someone's constantly tipping her off to what's going on in your mansion."

Ling Xiaotian's eyes flashed coldly: "It seems that she has already planted a spy among us."

Cheng Yuwei pondered silently and whispered, "That restaurant might be her base for controlling the forces in the city. She's waiting for a loophole in our defenses so she can take advantage of it and sneak in."

Ling Xiaotian said in a deep voice, "We can use her trick against her and deliberately give her a loophole."

The next day, Ling Xiaotian spread a false rumor about a large-scale material transfer along a transportation line in the city. This news quickly spread throughout the city, and Liu Jingyao's spies took the bait and passed the information back to the restaurant.

In the dead of night, Ling Xiaotian personally led a team of elite soldiers and quietly surrounded the restaurant. He signaled the soldiers to ambush the surrounding area while he and Cheng Yuwei sneaked in through the back door. The two of them quietly walked through the empty corridor and finally arrived outside Liu Jingyao's room.

Through the crack in the door, Cheng Yuwei vaguely saw Liu Jingyao talking to a young man under his command. The man looked smug and seemed to be reporting the latest situation of the "transportation line".

Ling Xiaotian whispered to Cheng Yuwei, "First, take your men to guard all the exits. If she escapes later, seal them off immediately."

Cheng Yuwei nodded, feeling nervous. She knew this battle would determine whether they could completely eradicate Liu Jingyao's power.

After a moment, Ling Xiaotian kicked the door open and said coldly, "Liu Jingyao, you didn't expect that, did you?"

Liu Jingyao's face turned pale instantly, but she quickly regained her composure. She sneered, "Ling Xiaotian, you just relied on a little cleverness and thought you could catch me?"

Ling Xiaotian glanced at her with disdain: "No matter how smart you are, it's all in vain."

Liu Jingyao's eyes held murderous intent. She suddenly swung her hand, stabbing Ling Xiaotian with a dagger. Ling Xiaotian was prepared and easily dodged her attack. He then restrained her and coldly pressed her to the table.

"That's it, Liu Jingyao." He said coldly, "I won't give you any more chances."

Liu Jingyao gritted her teeth, hatred blazing in her eyes. She struggled and angrily shouted, "Ling Xiaotian, don't even think about defeating me completely! The secret agents I've planted in the military will continue to serve me. You and Cheng Yuwei are, after all, just pawns in my game!"

Ling Xiaotian sneered, "Really? Then let's wait and see who is the real winner of this game."

Just as he turned to leave, Liu Jingyao suddenly broke free from her restraints, rushed out of the room, and tried to escape through the back door. Cheng Yuwei had been waiting outside the door for a long time, and saw this, she acted without hesitation and quickly intercepted her.

Their eyes met, and Cheng Yuwei said calmly, "Liu Jingyao, everything should be done in moderation. Your calculations will only sink you deeper into the quagmire."

Liu Jingyao was slightly startled, then sneered, "Cheng Yuwei, you're just relying on Ling Xiaotian's favor. When he gets tired of you one day, you'll find that you're nothing!"

Cheng Yuwei was silent for a moment, then said calmly, "Even if that day comes, I will have no regrets. If you still have a shred of sanity, it's best to let go of this meaningless fight."

Liu Jingyao's eyes flickered slightly, but she remained unwavering. She was taken back to the cell by the soldiers, while Ling Xiaotian and Cheng Yuwei calmed down the undercurrent and quietly returned to the mansion.

That night, Cheng Yuwei returned to the mansion still feeling uneasy. She sat in the courtyard, gazing at the night sky, overwhelmed with emotion. Ling Xiaotian walked over to her and gently embraced her.

"Yuwei, don't worry, she is no longer able to threaten us." He comforted her softly.

Cheng Yuwei leaned lightly against his chest and sighed, "I just feel that she is so lost in hatred that she has even disregarded the safety of the people."

Ling Xiaotian patted her shoulder gently and said firmly, "This world is already in chaos. Anyone harboring evil thoughts is doomed to destruction. But you are a ray of light in this chaotic world."

Cheng Yuwei felt warm in her heart when she heard this. She asked softly, "Am I really that important to you?"

Ling Xiaotian lowered his head and looked at her affectionately, with a hint of tenderness in his eyes: "Yes, I used to think I didn't need to rely on anyone, until you appeared, I realized that true strength lies in protecting each other."

They smiled at each other, and the night breeze blew by, seeming to freeze this moment of warmth under the stars in this troubled world.