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General Xiao turned and ordered the soldiers behind him: "Come here, transport these supplies back to the grain camp!"

"Yes!" the soldiers answered in unison, their voices loud and full of enthusiasm.

They immediately took action and began moving supplies from the warehouse.

They carried bags of grain, salt and cotton cloth on their shoulders and transported them to the military camp.

Looking at the busy figures of the soldiers, Su Luo felt a little relieved.

She knew that everything she did was worth it.

"Your Highness, please return to the tent for further discussion." General Xiao said to Su Luo.

Su Luo nodded and followed General Xiao back to the military camp.

The two men came to the central military tent and sat down as host and guest.

"General Xiao, I believe in your character, and I hope that what happened today will not be reported back to the capital." Su Luo said straight to the point.

General Xiao was slightly stunned when he heard this, and then he understood what Su Luo meant.

He said solemnly, "Don't worry, Your Highness, I am not a pedantic and foolishly loyal person."

"Your Highness the Princess saved the Jinwu Army from danger this time. I will definitely remember this."

"I will never reveal a single word about what happened today to anyone."

Su Luo nodded to show his trust.

She knew that General Xiao was a smart man and someone who could be trusted.

"General Xiao, I know that the soldiers at the border are living in poverty and their pay is insufficient."

"I don't have much influence in the court, so I probably can't help with the military pay issue. The court's long-standing problems can't be corrected overnight."

"But I will do my best to gain more benefits for the soldiers."

General Xiao quickly said, "Your Highness the Princess has already helped us a lot. I will handle the rest myself."

"Your Highness, don't worry too much."

Su Luo looked at General Xiao, a hint of worry flashing in his eyes.

She knew that although General Xiao was loyal and brave, he was weak in the court and it would be difficult to change the status quo.

"General Xiao, I still want to remind you that when the bird is dead, the bow is put away; when the rabbit is dead, the dog is cooked."

"I hope that next time we meet, General, we can still have a good chat together."

Su Luo said meaningfully.

General Xiao was startled when he heard this.

He understood what Su Luo meant. This was a reminder for him to be careful of the treacherous villains in the court.

"Thank you, Your Highness, for the reminder. I will keep it in mind." General Xiao said with a bow.

Su Luo nodded and asked again: "General Xiao, I was in a hurry this time and did not tell Madam Xiao that I was coming to the border."

"General, is there anything I can do for you to take back to the Duke of Su's Mansion?"

When General Xiao heard this, a hint of tenderness flashed in his eyes.

He was silent for a moment, then said, "Princess, please tell my wife that I am fine and don't worry."

"Also..." General Xiao hesitated for a moment, then added, "Please tell her, Princess, that I will return to accompany her after the war is over."

Su Luo looked at General Xiao and sighed inwardly.

She knew that General Xiao and Madam Xiao had a good relationship, but because of the border war, they were rarely together.

"Don't worry, General Xiao, I will definitely convey your message." Su Luo said.

"Thank you, Your Highness." General Xiao bowed again to express his gratitude.

Su Luo and General Xiao chatted for a while, mainly about the defense of the border and the living conditions of the soldiers.

Su Luo listened very carefully and asked some questions from time to time, and General Xiao answered them one by one.

It was late at night, and Su Luo stood up to say goodbye.

"General Xiao, it's getting late. I'll go back first."

"I have to rush back to the capital early tomorrow morning."

General Xiao quickly stood up to see her off: "I respectfully send your Highness the Princess off."

Su Luo took Wenchang and Xinghen and left the military camp.

The three of them rode on fast horses and disappeared into the night.

General Xiao stood at the gate of the military camp, looking in the direction where Su Luo left, without moving for a long time.

His heart was filled with gratitude and admiration.

Su Luo and his party rode day and night at full speed, galloping towards the capital.

"Your Highness, there is something I don't understand." Wenchang rode his horse closer to Su Luo and broke the silence.

"What's the matter?" Su Luo tilted her head slightly, and the night wind blew through her hair, bringing a bit of coolness.

"Your Highness, why don't you just recruit General Xiao?" Wenchang said bluntly, "Given your Highness's kindness, General Xiao will certainly not refuse."

Su Luo pulled the reins, the horse neighed and slowly stopped. She looked into the distance with a deep gaze.

"Wenchang, do you think General Xiao would refuse if I asked?"

"No." Wenchang answered without hesitation.

"Indeed, I won't." Su Luo chuckled, "But if that happens, I'll be the one who's asking for repayment."

She turned her head and looked at Wenchang, her eyes clear and firm: "What I want is for him to be willing to serve me."

"Your Highness is far-sighted and I admire you." Wenchang bowed.

Su Luo smiled slightly and said nothing more, but a trace of imperceptible worry flashed in his eyes.

"The time won't be far away." She murmured to herself, and her voice dissipated in the wind.

"Wenchang, after you go back, you should pay close attention to the developments of the court." Su Luo ordered.

"Yes, Your Highness."

The group set off again, the sound of horse hooves echoing in the open fields.

Su Luo's mind was in turmoil. She knew that it was not easy to make a loyal minister like General Xiao truly return to her side.

The court is full of twists and turns, with various forces intertwined and complex. If you are not careful, you will be doomed.

"There are many people who want General Xiao dead..." Su Luo thought to himself, "Perhaps, including... my father..."

The thought made her shudder, but she knew it wasn't groundless.

She had long been aware of her father's fear of General Xiao.

However, these have yet to be verified, and now is not the time to delve into them.

"And... the matter of going to Dai Kingdom as a hostage..." Su Luo frowned tightly.

This is a sword hanging over her head, which may fall at any time.

She must prepare early, otherwise, when the time comes, she will be alone in a foreign country and the consequences will be disastrous.

"I'm unfamiliar with the place... I have to make plans early..." Su Luo sighed softly, his heart filled with a sense of urgency.

She turned her head and looked at Wenchang: "Wenchang, don't worry about it for now. Hurry and return to Beijing to avoid being exposed."

"Yes, Your Highness!" Wenchang replied, a hint of worry in his voice.

Xinghen followed silently behind and heard the conversation between Su Luo and Wenchang clearly.

He looked at Su Luo's thin back and felt a surge of admiration in his heart.

"Her Royal Highness the Princess is so young, yet she's so concerned about the country and the people, and so considerate of her subordinates..." Xinghen was filled with emotion, "She's truly a rare wise leader."

At this time, Wenchang and Xinghen's loyalty and admiration for Su Luo were no longer just based on the relationship between master and servant, but more of a heartfelt admiration.

They believed that by following such a master, they would be able to achieve great things.