Accidentally dressed as an empress

The group continued walking on the winding and rugged road, and three days later, they finally arrived at the Xiling military camp.

Yunxiu got off the carriage and looked from afar. The flags of the military camp were fluttering in the wind, and the bright colors were like orange flames.

A tall and sturdy camp gate stands in front, with exquisite patterns carved on the gateposts.

There were tall wooden lookout towers on both sides of the camp gate. The soldiers on the towers had already spotted them and were constantly changing the flags in their hands to send signals.

There were strong fortifications at the entrance of the military camp, covered with sharp wooden stakes and iron spikes.

When they arrived outside the military camp, Yunxiu and the others showed relieved smiles on their faces.

Yunxiu sighed, "We're finally here. This journey hasn't been easy."

Zhong Yi nodded and said, "Zi Qi, why don't you come and thank His Highness?"

Lin Ziqi smiled ingratiatingly, "Thank you, cousin, for bringing me here."

The soldiers guarding the camp stood tall and straight, their eyes sharp as torches. The spears in their hands flashed coldly in the sunlight. They looked at them and said in a harsh tone, "This is a strategic location. Leave immediately!"

Lin Ziqi stepped forward, took out his identity jade pendant from his bosom, and said to the soldier at the camp gate: "I am from the Lin family in Lingyun City, and I want to see General Lin Zichen."

The soldier looked the short and stocky Lin Zichen up and down and said, "Wait here for a moment."

The Xiling army had good military discipline and did not drive people away indiscriminately. Yunxiu's impression of Lin Zichen improved a little, but she was a little worried about how to recruit her.

Yunxiu glanced at Zhong Yi, who was calm and composed, his expression normal.

Yunxiu grabbed Zhong Yi's hand and said, "You're about to see her."

Zhong Yi looked at Yun Xiu's concerned expression and couldn't help but chuckle, "Wife, I am yours inside and out."

Lin Ziqi also heard what his cousin said, and couldn't help feeling a little torn.

If there is a confrontation between my own sister and my generous cousin who has taken care of me all the way, forget it and let the person involved, brother Zhong Yi, suffer the consequences.

After a while, the guard at the camp gate came back and said, "The general agrees to see you."

Following the soldiers into the camp gate, what comes into view is a neat row of beige tents, arranged in an orderly manner, like chess pieces on a chessboard.

There are also huge catapults and crossbows in the military camp, which exude powerful deterrent power.

In the center of the camp was a broad, flat, and rammed ground. Soldiers were engaged in rigorous training, their cries of battle resoundingly loud.

Arriving outside an inconspicuous tent, the guard soldier lifted the tent curtain and Lin Ziqi hurried in.

The tent was simply decorated, with a large wooden table in the middle, piled with military maps and documents.

Various weapons were placed on the surrounding shelves, flashing coldly under the dim light.

Lin Ziqi's eyes searched the tent eagerly. When his sight fell on the familiar figure, the joy in his heart was about to overflow.

Lin Zichen was dressed in silver armor that gleamed brightly under the light. She stood tall and straight like a pine tree, exuding an air of majesty without even being angry.

Her long black hair was tied up high, her face was well-defined, her sword-like eyebrows slanted into her temples, her eyes were like cold stars, and under her high nose bridge, her lips were tightly pursed into a straight line.

Lin Ziqi could no longer restrain himself. With a cry of "Wow", he rushed forward and hugged Lin Zichen tightly.

His voice was slightly choked with sobs as he shouted, "Sister! I've come to you for refuge!"

Lin Zichen was slightly startled, then frowned, a hint of anger appeared on his face, and he said sternly: "Nonsense! What are you doing here!"

Lin Zichen's voice echoed in the tent, her tone full of reproach, but her slightly trembling hands betrayed her inner excitement.

Lin Ziqi answered sincerely, "Sister, I'm really worried about you. I heard the war is getting serious here, so I wanted to come and help you."

Lin Zichen slightly pushed Lin Ziqi away, her eyes full of blame but also mixed with heartache, "Do you know how dangerous this battlefield is? This is not the place you should come." Although her tone was harsh, she could not hide the worry in her eyes.

Lin Ziqi stood up straight and looked at Lin Zichen with a firm gaze. "Sister, I'm no longer the little kid who needed your protection. I learned martial arts so that I can help you at the critical moment." He clenched his fists, showing his determination.

Lin Zichen looked at his brother's stubborn look, and a complex emotion surged in his heart.

She sighed softly, "You are too willful. But since you are here, you must obey my orders and not act on your own."

Lin Ziqi nodded quickly, a look of joy on his face. "Don't worry, sister, I will definitely follow your instructions." His eyes sparkled with excitement.

At this moment, the sound of footsteps came from outside the tent, breaking the brief silence.

Lin Zichen's expression froze, and he immediately regained his general's dignity. Seeing that the people coming were Yun Xiu and Zhong Yi, Lin Zichen was stunned for a moment, "Your Highness? What brings you here?"

Yunxiu smiled softly, a gentle look in her eyes. "General Lin, I've brought Ziqi here specially. He insisted on leaving home to join you, so I've sent him here. After that, I'll head to my fiefdom."

"Your Highness's fiefdom is in Xiling?" Lin Zichen was a little confused.

Yun Xiu smiled and replied, "Yes, it's in Yunyin City, not far from the Xiling military camp. I'll need General Lin to take care of me in the future."

Lin Zichen looked at Yunxiu and Zhong Yi, his thoughts churning in his mind.

She couldn't help but feel a little sorry for Zhong Yi. Zhong Yi had always been pampered, and it was a pity that he had to follow the eldest prince to a remote place like Yunyin City where no one lived to suffer.

If it were her, she would never let Zhong Yi suffer like this with her.

But the matter has come to this, and it is useless to dwell on it.

Lin Zichen stood aside, raised his eyes slightly, and said softly: "Your Highness, although the land of Xiling is remote and difficult, I believe that with your wisdom and determination, you will be able to create a new situation."

Yun Xiu nodded slightly, a flicker of admiration in his eyes. "General Lin is absolutely right. Although Yunyin City is remote, it is also a place where I can realize my ambitions. This time, I will work hard to govern the city and live up to the people's expectations."

Lin Zichen then clasped his fists and bowed, saying respectfully, "Your Highness has great ambitions, and I deeply admire you. Although Xiling is remote, your Highness is so determined that he will surely achieve great things. I wish your Highness a safe journey and hope that you will achieve great things in Yunyin City."

Yunxiu also clasped her fists in return, "Thank you, General Lin."

Lin Zichen added, "Your Highness may wish to stay in the barracks for one night. Tomorrow I will prepare supplies for your journey and personally escort you there."

Yunxiu smiled and said, "Then it would be disrespectful to refuse."

Lin Zichen glanced at Zhong Yi and said, "I'll ask the deputy general to take His Highness to visit the military camp first."

Yunxiu looked at Lin Zichen. She almost wanted to glue her eyes to Zhong Yi. She also understood, "Ayi, I'll go take a look around the military camp first."

She trusted Zhong Yi very much, and he was completely devoted to her. Moreover, Zhong Yi was decisive and not the type to drag his feet. It would be better for him to come forward and make Lin Zichen give up than for her to do it herself.

Lin Zichen looked at Zhong Yi. He seemed to have become more mature, from a boy to a man.

Lin Zichen was a little bitter and asked, "How are you doing?"

"I'm living a good life. It was only after I met her that I understood what it meant to be moved." Zhong Yi's eyes were distant as he recalled the first time his heart was moved. It was probably when he saw Yunxiu alone in the Jinghe Hall offering sacrifices to her deceased father.

Later, the more he understood her, the more he saw the real her and the real himself.

Ah Xiu is a goddess from another world, and he respects and admires her.

Zhong Yi lowered his eyes and said, "No one in this world can compare to her."

"Then, does she treat you well?" Lin Zichen asked again.

"She is very nice to me." Zhong Yi smiled again.

Yunxiu will tolerate his little temper, understand him, and comfort him.

Since he was a child, he has been working hard. If he wants to gain his grandfather's recognition, he must excel.

He has always relied on scheming and planning to achieve everything, including his childhood friendship with Lin Zichen.

But in front of Yunxiu, she saw through his scheming and plotting at a glance.

He would never forget the shock he felt in his heart when she asked him directly what he wanted.

Yeah, what does he want?

Is it the position of the legal husband? The love and respect of the wife? Or the power of the housekeeper? He doesn't know.

After getting all this, he saw a wider world.

He went to the State of Chu and found that there, men could also go out and do all kinds of work, and even hold power.

He wants an equal world where men are not oppressed.

He will always follow A Xiu, and he firmly believes that one day she will be able to show him the prototype of that world.

Although Ah Xiu always said that she wanted to stay away from disputes and live in seclusion, she was just talking.

A Xiu herself may not realize that she has a transformative power that can destroy everything.