Princess Menglang is hard to change, the whole capital is embarrassed for her

The horse ran so fast that it blew Shen Li's hair into a mess.

Finally we reached the foot of the mountain before dark.

It was summer, the mountains were lush and green, majestic and spectacular. At the intersection of night and day, the mountains became as black as iron, solemn and majestic.

From afar came the roar of an unknown beast, interspersed with the chirping of birds. Tired birds returned to their nests, calling their friends to hide quickly. If they were any later, the beasts would come out...

"There is a small village ahead. I originally planned to stay there for one night and then go up the mountain early tomorrow morning, but..." Xiao Chenze rode on his horse, looking at the mountains that were gradually sinking into the darkness, his eyes dark.

The secret guard just sent a whistle to inform him that many experts have gathered nearby and he cannot stay overnight in the village tonight, so as not to implicate innocent people.

Shen Li couldn't understand their secret sentries, but she could feel that there were many people nearby, and these people made her smell murderous intent.

"It's hot out in the wild, and it's neither too hot nor too cold. I can just find a flat place to rest for the night. It's no big deal."

Hearing Shen Li say this, Xiao Chenze breathed a sigh of relief.

What she feared most was that if she said there were differences between men and women, people would criticize her.

Good thing she didn't dwell on it.

"Xu Yang, Xu Fei."

"My subordinate is here."

"Take the men and clear out some areas. Find the flattest spot for Miss Shen to rest. Then have a few more people hunt some game, build a fire to roast the meat, boil some hot water, and have a quick bite to eat before you rest. Be vigilant tonight and don't make any mistakes."

"Yes."

The two of them bowed, accepted the order and left.

On Shen Li's side, the four secret guards given by her uncle, Guda, Gulu, Guzi and Guhua, all came, and Qiluo and Qili also came.

The two girls naturally followed Shen Li closely. The other four secret guards had already met Xiao Chenze's secret guards. Since they couldn't hide from each other anyway, they all showed their heads openly and discussed the arrangements for the night watch together.

It was already dark, and the roars of wild beasts could be heard from the distant dense forest, shaking the ground at the foot of the mountain.

A flat area was cleared and covered with thick green grass, which was very fragrant.

Qili was thoughtful enough to pack a bag before setting off. Inside, Zisu had prepared a gauze scarf and cotton cloth. She'd anticipated the sun would be strong on the road, so she'd brought them for the girl's protection and rest. Unexpectedly, they'd sleep outside at night, so she spread them out on the grass for Shen Li. She even used a spare piece of cotton cloth to create a curtain between Shen Li and the other men. She used a few sticks to prop it up, keeping it steady.

As soon as the sheet was spread out, Shen Li threw herself on it without caring about her image and hummed comfortably.

She had never ridden a horse so far in her life, and she was almost exhausted to death.

On the other side of the cotton curtain, a bonfire had already been lit. Qiluo peeked in and muttered, "I didn't expect them to bring an iron pot. They must have been planning to eat and sleep outdoors."

Nowadays, people who carry an iron pot with them when they go out are not ordinary people.

Shen Li lay on the green grass, looking at the dark blue sky.

Xiao Chenze didn't come here on a whim. He had been prepared for this long time, and he just pulled me here.

"Master, we caught some rabbits and pheasants nearby. You and Miss Shen can make do with them. I will also catch a deer for you to roast tomorrow." Xu Fei came back in a carefree manner, carrying a stick with a few wild game hanging on it.

Others were also busy by the river, clearing rabbits and pheasants, collecting firewood, and making fire. The air was soon filled with the aroma of barbecue.

Just when Shen Li was almost asleep, Qiluo nudged her and said, "Miss, the meat is ready and the water is no longer hot. Get up and eat something before going to sleep."

Shen Li got up sleepily. After riding a horse all day, his whole body felt exhausted.

After turning the curtain, there was a bonfire in front of me. There was a small pot on the bonfire and two large branches. A wild rabbit was roasting on the branches.

Across the bonfire were Xiao Chenze's dark eyes. Seeing her come out, he smiled faintly and said, "You must be tired. Come, sit here."

After saying that, he leaned to the side and gave her a comfortable seat.

"Yeah, I'm so tired." Shen Li didn't hesitate, smoothed her dress and sat down.

Xiao Chenze hurriedly picked up a branch and handed it over. On it was a roasted rabbit, and the aroma of meat was fragrant.

"Thank you," Shen Li took it and looked up at him twice. "The eldest prince didn't come here on impulse, but was prepared, right?"

Xiao Chenze smiled upon hearing this and said, "I knew I couldn't hide it from you. Yes, I've wanted to come here for a long time. It just so happens that you also need to go up the mountain today..."

"Is it a coincidence? Why do I feel like you did it on purpose?" Shen Li tore off a piece of rabbit meat and chewed it hard twice. "Oh my god, it's so delicious. Qiluo Qili, come and have some."

Qiluo was standing next to her. When she heard her call, she bent down and took a big bite of meat from the rabbit in Shen Li's hand. She chewed it casually twice, then stretched her neck and swallowed it down in big mouthfuls.

The same goes for Qili.

Xiao Chenze couldn't help but look at them a few more times, "These girls of yours seem very comfortable in your presence."

"Yes, in my yard, everyone eats and lives together, so there are not so many rules."

Xiao Chenze didn't say anything. Qili swallowed the meat in her mouth and said to Qiluo, "Go eat with Brother Gulu and the others first. When you're full, come back and let me take over."

Qiluo turned around and walked away without saying a word. She was so hungry that her stomach was sticking to her chest and she was eager to eat meat.

Xiao Chenze and Shen Li sat by the campfire, slowly eating the meat in their hands.

After a while, Xiao Chenze slowly said, "This place is very close to the imperial mausoleum. I was sent here to guard the mausoleum some time ago, and I often go hunting in the mountains here. There are many people I know in the village at the foot of the mountain. One of them used to treat snake venom for me. I heard that he went hunting wolves in the mountains a few days ago and accidentally fell off a cliff and died."

His voice gradually deepened and it was obvious that he was very sad.

Shen Li was silent, and suddenly couldn't eat the meat in his hand.

"I was planning to come here when I heard the news, but something delayed me for a few days." He raised his head and looked into her eyes. "It just so happens that you're building that military dog ​​base, and they told me there's a female wolf that just gave birth in the mountains. I suddenly remembered that when we were in the northern border, my grandfather once caught a wolf cub and raised it. That wolf cub grew up to be very smart and became the leader of all the sled dogs. On a whim, I wanted to bring you along to look for the cubs. Once we find them, you can bring them back and, with a little training, they'll be as good as ten."

His eyes were deep, and Shen Li couldn't see through his thoughts, but he could think of her military dog ​​base, so she was very grateful. "Thank you, when I catch the wolf cub, I will go back and tell my uncle to remember your kindness."

Xiao Chenze chuckled, and his sadness was swept away by her frankness. He reached out and put the branch to the fire to reheat the meat on it.

Shen Li also followed his example and grilled the meat again.

"Tell me the truth, you brought me here not only to kill the wolf for revenge, but also not only to catch wolf cubs, right?" Shen Li asked calmly.

Xiao Chenze was shocked, and then secretly happy.

He didn't expect her to be so frank.

"Then what do you think is my purpose in bringing you here?"

Shen Li didn't answer him, but raised her head, looked around, and sneered, "With so many demons and monsters following you, don't tell me you don't know."

Xiao Chenze's eyes were fixed on Shen Li, with admiration and scrutiny in his eyes. "I know, I knew it since we set out. They have been following me for a long time. I am impatient and ready to kill them all. Coming to the mountains to kill wolves is just a side job. Killing them is the main thing."