Daybreak.

The personal soldiers of the Prince of War and the Duke of Guo escorted the bandits who surrendered last night into the city. When the people heard that the bandits had been eliminated, they cheered on both sides.

Citizen 1: "Great, great, we can finally live a good life!"

Citizen 2: "His Royal Highness the War King is truly formidable. He's already wiped out all the bandits in just one night."

Citizen Three: "From my perspective, Prince Feng has made great contributions. He led his troops to wipe out almost all the bandits. It's a pity that he was still killed by the bandits in the end."

The common people said, "Alas... What a pity! Now it's all good! His Royal Highness the War King has dealt with this group of scum for us. We don't have to hide in this Wei City anymore and can finally go home!"

People 23: "Yes, yes!"

The personal soldiers of the King of War took the bandits to jail. The group of young ladies from official families were now in the lobby of Governor Yang's government office.

At this time, the lobby was full of officials, all wanting to rush over to pick up their daughters. Just as they were about to step forward, they were stopped by the personal soldiers of the King of War.

Governor Yang stepped forward and questioned his guards, "I'm here to pick up my daughter, why are you stopping me?"

A captain of the king's personal guards glanced at her and said, "His Highness has ordered that you be detained temporarily."

When Magistrate Zhou saw his daughter, he rushed forward anxiously, "Why? What's the logic behind this? My daughter isn't a bandit, why is she being held captive?"

The War Prince's personal guards remained unmoved. The captain stepped forward and said, "Please, gentlemen, please move aside. We are only guarding you ladies in the Governor's Mansion. We are not holding you with the bandits. If you delay us from carrying out our orders any longer, please do not blame us for being rude!"

Governor Yang and several officials stepped forward angrily, "You!! You...you, we're going to ask His Highness to seek justice!"

After saying that, he led his people out of the government office, and the group hurried to Bai Mansion.

At this time, in the Bai Mansion, Feng Guogong was standing outside Feng Zhaoyun Courtyard asking for a meeting.

Jiuyi walked out and saluted Duke Feng, "What's the matter, Duke?"

Duke Feng, with a dejected look and a stubbled face, clasped his fists and said, "Please tell the Ninth General that I wish to see His Highness."

Jiuyi didn't say anything and turned to go in.

At this time, Feng Zhaoyun was having breakfast in the garden in the yard. He had not slept all night.

Jiuyi stepped forward and said, "Your Highness, the Duke requests an audience."

Feng Zhaoyun nodded calmly, "Please."

Duke Feng followed Jiuyi in. He was still wearing armor and looked very weak. He bowed and said, "Your Highness."

Feng Zhaoyun smiled, "Duke, please stand up and sit down."

Duke Feng did not hesitate to stand up and said, "Thank you, Your Highness." Then he sat down opposite Feng Zhaoyun.

Feng Zhaoyun picked up the teapot and poured a cup of tea for Duke Feng himself. "Duke, you've worked hard all night and must be very tired. Have some tea and rest for a while."

Duke Feng looked up at her. He had rushed to the bandits' lair in search of his son Feng Yunjin, but found nothing.

I've been here for several days, but there's been no progress. Feng Zhaoyun just entered the city yesterday afternoon and wiped out the bandits at night.

She also hadn't slept all night, but now she's drinking tea calmly as if nothing had happened. I really can't compare to her.

Duke Feng picked up the teacup and drank it all in one gulp.

Feng Zhaoyun poured him another cup and asked, "What do you want from me?"

Duke Feng sighed, not looking up. "I...I'm here to ask what Your Highness intends to do next. I will fully cooperate and follow Your Highness's instructions."

Feng Zhaoyun was stunned and looked at Duke Feng, whose face was covered with stubble and looked depressed. He never expected that Duke Feng, who was usually so arrogant, could be so embarrassed for his son.

Thinking of Yun Jin's uncertain fate, Feng Zhaoyun felt sad, but he forced a smile. "To be honest, I'm afraid I may have alerted the bandit leader last night. I don't know what to do next."

Duke Feng looked up after hearing this. "Your Highness... Your Highness, do you think Yun Jin is still alive?"

Feng Zhaoyun took a sip of the tea from his teacup. "I don't know, but whether he's dead or alive, I'm going to find him."

Duke Feng bowed his head, then suddenly stood up and knelt on the ground. "Your Highness, please take this old minister with you when you proceed. I will obey your orders without hesitation."

Feng Zhaoyun raised her eyebrows. "Oh? That's perfect. If the Duke has time, let's go and capture the bandits today..."

Many voices were heard outside the yard, interrupting Feng Zhaoyun.

Jiuyi stepped forward and reported, "It's Governor Yang and others."

Feng Zhaoyun: "Let them in." Then he looked at Duke Feng, "Duke, please get up first."

When Governor Yang and the others came in, they saw the Duke standing up. Everyone trembled in their hearts and looked at each other. This Duke was so humble in front of His Royal Highness the Prince of War. Who would dare to ask His Royal Highness? Everyone suddenly felt a little regretful.

After everyone came in, they knelt before Feng Zhaoyun and said, "Greetings, Your Highness."

Feng Zhaoyun didn't let them get up. He looked at them calmly and said, "Hurry up and speak. Don't disturb me."

Everyone looked at each other, and finally someone pushed Prefect Zhou. Prefect Zhou didn't dare to do so, so he pulled on Governor Yang's wide sleeves.

Governor Yang pulled back his sleeves and clasped his fists. "Your Highness, I heard that Your Highness had wiped out the bandits, so I went to pick up my daughter who was kidnapped by them, but...but..."

Feng Zhaoyun chuckled, "You are quite courageous, daring to come to me and ask for my help."

Everyone kowtowed hurriedly, "Your Highness, we dare not..."

Feng Zhaoyun looked at them calmly, "Don't you dare? Now you're here."

Duke Feng snorted softly, "How audacious! You dare to commit treason! You don't appreciate His Highness's kindness in saving you, but instead come here to cause trouble. What are your intentions?"

Governor Yang raised his head and clasped his fists, "Your Highness, please forgive me! We, the humble officials, missed our daughter so much that we lost our minds for a moment. Please forgive me, Your Highness." After saying that, he led everyone to kowtow.

Feng Zhaoyun folded his arms and looked at them. "Don't worry. I'm just asking them a few questions one by one. I'll release them all after that. I won't do anything to them. You can all be reunited soon."

Everyone knelt down, "Thank you, Your Highness... Thank you, Your Highness."

Feng Zhaoyun looked at them, "Hurry up and leave! Don't waste time here! The bandits have been completely wiped out. Why don't you hurry and help the people rebuild their homes? I can forgive your crimes today, but if this southern city is still in its current state before I leave, I will kill you all!"

Everyone trembled and knelt down quickly, "Yes... Your Highness."

Feng Zhaoyun said, "Step back."

Everyone hurried out of the yard, not daring to stay.

After they left, Feng Zhaoyun looked at Duke Feng. "You just said you would obey my orders. Why don't you go there today and interrogate the bandits for me? The bandit leader must know the whereabouts of Master Feng."

Duke Feng stood up and said, "Yes! I will go right away!"

Duke Feng was halfway there when he suddenly turned around and said, "Your Highness's behavior seems to be different from before..."

Feng Zhaoyun raised her eyebrows, "Oh? The Duke thinks I'm too kind."

Duke Feng nodded. "They are indeed missing their daughters, and they can commit crimes against their superiors, which is a capital crime. In the past, Your Highness..."

Feng Zhaoyun interrupted him, "The past is the past. I can't kill anymore, and I don't want to kill anymore."

Duke Feng was stunned, nodded and said goodbye, "I'll take my leave." After saying that, he walked out of the yard and headed straight for the prison.

Feng Zhaoyun looked at Jiuyi and said, "You've worked hard all night, go and rest. Someone will do the interrogation work now."

Jiuyi lowered his head and said, "Subordinate, I am not tired."

Feng Zhaoyun was helpless, "You are not tired, I am tired."

After saying this, Feng Zhaoyun no longer had the condescending look he had just shown. He turned and walked into the bedroom, fell on the bed, and fell into a deep sleep...

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