The Crown Princess is busy fishing

However, Lin Yuge knew that this was the best result her father and the others could achieve.

After all, it was their first time encountering this kind of thing, and they relied entirely on my few words of reminder.

It is already extremely difficult for them to build this thing and debug it to this preliminary usable state.

Unfortunately, I had never been involved in weapons and pharmaceuticals before, so I didn't know much about it and couldn't be of much help.

After pausing for a moment, looking at the somewhat rudimentary equipment in front of her, Lin Yuge still reminded her:

"Yunqing, although this thing can be used in its initial stages now."

But its power should not be underestimated; extreme caution must be exercised when handling it.

Xiao Yunqing clearly remembered something as well; his expression hardened, and he said in a deep voice:

"The impact and loud noise during the last test are still unforgettable. The consequences of any mishap would have been unimaginable. I will be extremely cautious and will not let anyone take any risks."

After saying that, his gaze swept over the ballista, and his expression became even more solemn.

Seeing his serious expression, Lin Yuge felt a slight sense of relief. She took Xiao Yunqing's arm and whispered:

"With your words, I feel much more at ease. There is definitely room for improvement in this crossbow in the future."

Let's work together to figure out a way to make it more user-friendly and safer.

Xiao Yunqing nodded, took her hand in his, and stroked the back of her hand with his fingertips, as if offering silent comfort:

"Of course, with you by my side offering advice, any problem can be easily solved."

During the debugging process, I will arrange for someone to supervise the whole time. If any problems arise, we will stop immediately. Don't worry about it; just focus on yourself.

As the two talked, they realized it was getting late.

Xiao Yunqing then pulled Lin Yuge off the warship.

"Let's go! I'll take you home. You must be tired. Go back and get some rest."

Lin Yuge nodded and called Qianxia and Heiniu, who were sparring with soldiers in the military camp.

Xiao Yunqing escorted them to Dawankou.

From afar, the group noticed that the bay entrance was unusually lively today.

People crowded at the harbor, chattering and making a cacophony of noise.

As Xiao Yunqing and his companions approached the crowd, they saw several strangely shaped large ships docked at the port.

The hull is covered with strange patterns, and the sails are brightly colored yet unfamiliar.

The group of people who disembarked from the boat were dressed very differently from the locals.

They have high noses, deep-set eyes, and different skin tones, and their clothes are even more colorful and elaborate.

Gold and silver threads shimmered in the sunlight, and strangely shaped accessories hung from her waist, jingling and tinkling.

Lin Yuge's eyes lit up. He wondered which country the ship belonged to, whether it was an ordinary merchant ship or an envoy from a foreign country.

However, judging from their clothing and accessories, they seem to have come from the southeast.

Lin Yuge's curiosity was piqued, and she gently tugged at Xiao Yunqing's sleeve, whispering:

"Yunqing, look at their style, they might have brought a lot of rare and interesting things. Let's go closer and find out."

Xiao Yunqing nodded slightly and took her hand in his to comfort her.

His gaze, however, was sharp as an eagle's, scanning warily at the group of strangers.

The person leading the group was a middle-aged man with a distinguished air.

He had a high, straight nose with a wisp of beard, deep and bright eyes, and an extraordinary demeanor.

He was accompanied by a short interpreter with a big smile on his face, who stepped forward a few steps.

He bowed to the crowd and said in broken local dialect:

"Greetings, everyone! We have come from the Southeast Kingdom of Garan, entrusted by the King, and have brought generous gifts to pay our respects."

We also hope to expand trade and exchange goods with your region.

After saying this, he turned to the side and gestured for the attendants behind him to present the gift list and the letter of state.

Xiao Yunqing nodded to Mo Nan, signaling him to step forward and make contact.

Mo Nan accepted the order and steadily walked towards the envoy.

He accepted the gift list and official letter with impeccable manners, and after verifying that they were correct, presented them to Xiao Yunqing.

Xiao Yunqing lowered her eyes, quickly scanning the letter, her expression revealing nothing.

At that moment, Lin Yuge caught a glimpse of several exotic beauties on the boat pointing and whispering at the crowd.

Their skin was as warm as jade, and their eyes were full of affection.

Her bright and flowing gauze dress fluttered in the wind like colorful clouds, her unique style attracting the attention of onlookers.

Lin Yuge muttered to himself, "Could it be that the envoy from the Kingdom of Garan is using the pretense of paying homage to actually arrange for a beautiful woman to be sent for a marriage alliance?"

Thinking of this, she tugged at Xiao Yunqing's sleeve and whispered:

"Yun Qing, look at those beauties. The intentions of the Garan Kingdom may not be so simple."

Xiao Yunqing raised his eyes, his gaze lingering briefly on the beauty.

A flicker of wariness crossed his eyes, but he said nothing more, only whispering instructions to Lin Yuge:

"Don't panic, let's see what happens next."

He then turned to the envoy from the Kingdom of Garan and said politely:

"I am Xiao Yunqing, the military governor of Lingnan. The envoy from the Kingdom of Garan has come from afar, showing his sincerity. We naturally welcome him."

Since you are entrusted with the important mission of the monarch to travel to the capital, and the journey is long, please rest at the post station for the night.

I will immediately arrange for guards to escort you all to your safety.

Upon hearing this, a dark glint flashed quickly in the envoy's eyes, and he cupped his hands and smiled, saying:

"Thank you for your thoughtful consideration. We are newcomers and rely entirely on your guidance."

Xiao Yunqing turned to look at Lin Yuge, a hint of apology on her face.

"Yuge, I'm sorry, I promised to see you off, but now you'll have to go back by yourself."

Lin Yuge was slightly taken aback, then smiled nonchalantly, and secretly squeezed Xiao Yunqing's hand hidden in her sleeve:

"Yun Qing, what nonsense are you talking about? Right now, the affairs of the Garan Kingdom are obviously more important. The important matters are paramount. How can we let my situation ruin the overall situation?"

"Just focus on handling it. I'm not some delicate, sheltered young lady; I know the way back very well."

After saying that, she waved to Xiao Yunqing, turned around, boarded the boat, and left.

Xiao Yunqing then led his men to settle the group from the Kingdom of Garan at the post station.

Then he looked at the envoy from the Kingdom of Garan and said in a deep voice, "I am currently preoccupied with military affairs and cannot personally escort you all to the capital. I hope you will understand."

The guards along this route are all elite soldiers, familiar with the surrounding roads, and will certainly ensure your safety.

A barely perceptible hint of surprise flashed in the envoy's eyes, but he quickly put on a smile, cupped his hands, and said:

"Lord Xiao is so busy with so many things, yet he still made such thoughtful arrangements. We are extremely grateful. We will go on our own."

Back at the military camp, Xiao Yunqing instructed Geng Daowei to gather a squad of soldiers to escort the people from the Kingdom of Garan to the capital the next day.

Then, standing with his hands behind his back, his brow furrowed, he whispered to Mo Nan:

“The intentions of the Kingdom of Garan are definitely not simple. Send more clever spies to keep a close watch along the way. Report any unusual movements immediately. Do not be negligent in the slightest.”

Mo Nan accepted the order and left in a hurry.

Before long, Geng Daowei arrived with a squad of well-equipped and disciplined soldiers.

Xiao Yunqing's gaze was sharp as he scanned the crowd one by one, and he loudly admonished them:

"This escort mission is extraordinary. You represent not only the military might of Lingnan, but also the peace and security of our nation."

"The intentions of the Garan Kingdom are still unknown. Be on your guard and ensure the safety of our people. Any mishap will be punished according to military law!"

The soldiers responded in unison, their voices echoing through the sky.

The next day, Geng Daowei led a group of soldiers to escort the envoys of the Kingdom of Garan to the capital.

Life returned to normal for everyone.

If it weren't for those oddly shaped boats at the mouth of the bay, everyone would have thought that these strangers had never been here before.

Lin Yuge regarded those Garan people as just passing through and forgot about them in the blink of an eye.

She never expected that these people would bring such a big change to her life.