After traveling through time, I was raised by a little brat

In those days, Yangzhou's water bandits maintained a delicate balance of power, living in peace and harmony without interfering with each other. However, occasional minor conflicts did arise. When the bandits encountered the bandits, they would often rush forward, slashing a few times before swiftly fleeing. These occasional provocations instilled in the bandits a hatred even greater than that of the ordinary Yangzhou residents.

After careful consideration, Zhu Jiahui and Tang Jilian came up with a brilliant plan. They decided to have the pirates serve as the vanguard, proactively attacking to draw out the bandits. Once the bandits appeared, they would hold their ground, desperately waiting for the Yangzhou navy to arrive in time for reinforcements. Then, with a pincer attack from both sides, they would be able to completely annihilate these despicable pirates in one fell swoop.

As the saying goes, "It's difficult to be both loyal and filial." This phrase, like a heavy curse, echoes repeatedly throughout history, revealing the inner struggles and helplessness of countless people. And now, the wheel of fate turns relentlessly, embroiling Wenbojing, who had just returned home, in a agonizing dilemma.

When Wen Bojing returned to the Wen residence, exhausted yet overflowing with joy, the sight before him was like a sharp sword, piercing his heart. The house was covered in white linen, and the once familiar and warm abode was now shrouded in an endless sorrow. Wen Bojing stared in disbelief until someone, choking with sobs, broke the devastating news: his brother had passed away.

His brother had clearly escaped earlier than him, and he had thought he'd escaped this disaster, only to be once again brutally murdered by the pirates. Wen Bojing felt a surge of rage rising from the depths of his heart, blazing fiercely. His hatred for those brutal pirates grew stronger, nearly losing control.

Now, the entire Wen family was shattered, leaving only him, the lone scion. As the old saying goes, "While your parents are still alive, do not travel far away." Furthermore, he now faced a perilous battle against bandits. With his brother tragically dead, the burden of caring for his aging parents and carrying on the family legacy naturally fell on his shoulders.

Wen Bojing stood there blankly, his mind reeling from the joyful times he'd shared with his brother. Tears streamed down his cheeks uncontrollably. On one side was the greater good of his country, and on the other, his family's responsibilities. How should he choose? This dilemma weighed on his heart like a thousand-pound boulder, nearly suffocating him...

However, Mother, I truly do not wish to become such a traitor! Since ancient times, loyalty and filial piety have been the foundation of human nature, and isn't loyalty to the emperor and country the highest expression of filial piety? At this moment, Wen Boxing clenched his fists tightly, his eyes gleaming with a light both determined and painful, as if he were undergoing a fierce inner struggle and decision.

Lord Wen, standing nearby, said sternly, "Let him go. Be sure to protect the princess. Remember, from now on, the princess is your master." He gently patted his wife's shoulder, trying to soothe her anxious heart. Then, he added earnestly, "Our child is grown up now. He naturally understands the priorities."

Upon hearing his father's words, Wen Boxing immediately clasped his fists and bowed, respectfully saying, "Yes!" He then slowly walked to his brother's ancestral tablet, silently lit a stick of incense, and bowed deeply three times. As the incense curled upward, Wen Boxing's mind replayed the happy times he had spent with his brother, flashing before his eyes like a movie.

After completing all this, Wen Bojing resolutely turned around and left the mansion with a firm and powerful stride. His eyes were filled with the light of justice, like a bright star, illuminating the unknown road ahead. At the same moment, similar scenes were unfolding in various mansions across Yangzhou City. Young men bid farewell to their families and devoted themselves to the mission of defending their country. Carrying a deep attachment to their country and their loved ones, they bravely embarked on their journey.

The situation for the girls was quite different from that for the boys. Their decision to join the princess's private army was met with strong opposition from their parents. This was especially true for the girl, who had suffered a miscarriage. If her brother hadn't stepped forward to defend her, she would have likely been forced to commit suicide by her heartless parents.

The girl's younger brother stood before his parents with a determined look on his face, declaring, "Father, Mother, please forgive my unfilial behavior! I must follow my sister and protect her!" Without hesitation, he took his sister's hand and resolutely left home. Fortunately, their family had many brothers, so even without them, they still had three older brothers who could provide for their parents, so it wasn't a big deal. From that moment on, the siblings depended on each other for survival, becoming each other's only support.

In the end, the story had a happy ending—they were all expelled from their homes, having successfully escaped their predicament and embarked on their journey. The women, now dressed in their heroic military uniforms, looked particularly majestic. According to the established plan, everyone boarded the ship and prepared to set off.

Half of the crew on this voyage were dressed as pirates, while the other half consisted of children from aristocratic families, who would play the innocent victims of the robbers' kidnapping and looting. To confuse the cunning pirates, only two ships were dispatched. Even Princess Zhu Jiahui herself joined the fray, disguising herself as a frail captive woman and taking to the decks.

The plan went extremely smoothly. The pirates came out in full force, sending out three large fleets, which rushed towards the pirates' ships with great momentum, attempting to launch a fierce blockade.

It's no wonder. Lately, the Yangzhou navy has been relentlessly pursuing and encircling them, leaving these pirates suffering greatly and with virtually no tangible gains. Now, when they finally spotted a passing pirate ship, they naturally wouldn't let go of this golden opportunity to plunder it. What made them particularly jealous was that the pirate ship appeared to be laden with rich loot; it was clear this robbery would bring them enormous profits.

However, in this thrilling water battle, those children from prominent families didn't actually play a significant role. After all, for them, being able to protect their own safety in such a dangerous environment and not hinder their own team was a blessing.

The true heroes of the battlefield, charging into battle and bravely killing the enemy, were the fearless bandits—oh no, the Huimin Navy would be more appropriate! Each of them was valiant and majestic, seemingly navigating water with ease. Whenever they reached a stalemate or faced a disadvantageous situation, they would skillfully utilize their aquatic prowess to forcibly drag the unskilled bandits into the water and swiftly and brutally slaughter them.

Surprisingly, the vast majority of the pirates were veritable landlubbers. Once in the water, they floundered like headless flies, completely defenseless. Ultimately, after a fierce battle, the three aggressive pirate fleets were completely annihilated by these incredibly brave pirates, and dozens of them were taken captive. Even the usually pampered Princess Zhu Jiahui showed her bravery, personally slaying two of the fierce pirates with her long sword.

Afterwards, Tang Jilian arrived, leading the mighty Yangzhou navy. Leading the charge were the previously captured pirates. These once-evildoers now obediently served as guides, leading the army toward their hidden lair.

Many young men from prominent families enthusiastically participated in this operation. Working in small groups, they collaborated seamlessly, each demonstrating remarkable courage and wisdom. Facing the fierce pirates, they showed no fear, often uniting to attack a single enemy, crushing them to retreat.

After a fierce battle, justice ultimately triumphed over evil, and all the pirates were wiped out. This thrilling battle not only brought great rewards to everyone, but also completely solved the flood problem that had plagued Yangzhou for a long time, allowing the local people to live and work in peace.

After the battle, Tang Jilian came before Princess Zhu Jiahui and respectfully asked, "Your Highness, now that the flood in Yangzhou has been resolved, what should we do next? Should we station the Huimin Navy here?"

Princess Zhu Jiahui smiled slightly when she heard this, shook her head gently and said, "No! This princess believes that where you fall you should stand up there. Besides, I am about to reach the age of marriage, and I have already made plans in my mind. I want to return to the imperial city to build a princess's mansion and set up a female household. As for what happens after that... let's wait and see. However, General Tang, please rest assured that as long as there is a place that needs the Huimin Navy, this princess will go there without hesitation!" After she finished speaking, her eyes were firm, as if she had seen the road ahead that was full of challenges and opportunities.