After being demoted, my 300,000-strong army trampled the imperial city!

Sun Chengzong is a worthy opponent for Chen Futu. Now that he has come to the north to supervise the battle, it is a good opportunity to hone the new soldiers.

The grand strategy for the northern frontier is to recuperate and rebuild, but that doesn't mean they won't harass the northern mountain range. While training new recruits, they also want to tie down the main force of the Great Qian in the north, giving the rebels within the Great Qian territory a boost of morale.

With An Jingsi leading the way, Chen Futu's group successfully crossed the Northern Mountain Range and entered the Northern Frontier three days later after crossing the Xuan River.

As soon as the group arrived, they spotted Qin Liangyu from afar.

I hadn't seen her in a long time; she was darker and thinner.

The troops were stationed in the barbican, and Chen Futu and Qin Liangyu first inspected the military camp.

It must be said that her military leadership was impeccable. She had clearly taken complete control of the southern military camp, and even the veteran generals were convinced of her abilities.

That evening, Chen Futu hosted a banquet for everyone. The soldiers mingled and drank merrily, especially when they talked about the situation of the Great Qian Dynasty. Everyone laughed heartily, feeling a sense of relief.

Since the passing of the old lord, the Northern Frontier has been thriving, as everyone has witnessed. Without the young master, the Northern Frontier would likely have no way out.

That evening, Chen Futu shamelessly entered Qin Liangyu's tent.

She was still looking at the map when Chen Futu arrived, and she couldn't help but ask in surprise, "Your Majesty, it's late at night, why aren't you resting?"

Chen Futu grabbed her hand and whispered, "Sister, I missed you."

Qin Liangyu smiled and poured herself a cup of tea, handing it to her. "Tell me, what have you experienced in Daqian?"

Chen Futu was happy to chat with her, so he took her little hand and told her everything about the Great Qian Dynasty. She frowned as she listened, saying, "Your Majesty should not have put yourself in such danger. If something were to happen to you, how would we be able to face ourselves?"

"Hehe, I am the chosen one. The Great Qian wants to take my life, but they are dreaming. As for you, when are you going back? Mother often talks about you, and Yu Ling misses you too." Chen Futu said, leaning closer to Qin Liangyu.

Qin Liangyu pointed to the map on the table, "Sun Chengzong has led 100,000 troops and conscripted people to set up important towns. This is to confront me, and the possibility of him invading the northern border cannot be ruled out. Therefore, I cannot go back for the time being."

"No, we can send Ma Chao and Huo Qubing instead. You can come back to Longcheng with me."

Chen Futu held the little girl's hand and spoke earnestly and patiently.

Qin Liangyu still disagreed. Whether in history or in this world, she had never been content with a life of ease. As long as the world was not at peace, she could not take off her military uniform, especially since Sun Chengzong was an old acquaintance of hers.

There was also a man named Sun Chengzong in the original world. Although his courtesy name was slightly different from that of the Prince of Kaiping of the Great Qian Dynasty, he was a general from the late Ming Dynasty, just like Qin Liangyu. Perhaps Qin Liangyu remembered the past and wanted to have a go with this General Sun.

Since Qin Liangyu was so stubborn, Chen Futu stopped pressuring her and only gave her an order: she must go home before the New Year.

"understood."

Qin Liangyu's expression grew even more gentle; she was practically the epitome of a virtuous wife and loving mother.

Chen Futu couldn't resist wrapping his arms around her waist and then gently kissing her lips.

Qin Liangyu nestled in his arms, enjoying the rare peace and tenderness.

"General, just now..."

While the two were being intimate, Du Hongxue burst in without warning. She was startled to see the king kissing his general and quickly turned around, saying, "Well, I'm fine now, you two can continue."

Qin Liangyu immediately pulled away from Chen Futu's embrace, rolled her eyes adorably, then touched her swollen lips, instantly regaining her dignified demeanor. "Speak, what is it?"

"Sun Chengzong invites you to meet at the bridgehead."

"Did you say what happened?"

"I don't know."

Du Hongxue shook her head like a rattle drum.

Chen Futu said irritably, "What is Sun Chengzong up to? Doesn't he know that disturbing other people's good time will bring divine retribution?"

Du Hongxue asked cautiously, "Should I go and refuse him?"

"No need, I'll go and see for myself."

Qin Liangyu grabbed her sword and went out. Chen Futu quickly followed, saying with a grin, "Sister, I'll go with you."

Chen Futu was behaving like a lackey, which Du Hongxue found amusing, yet also incredibly envious.

In the entire northern frontier, General Qin is truly unique in that he is the only one whom the king dotes on so much.

When they were young, Chen Futu took Dian Wei and Qin Liangyu with him to the bridgehead.

The so-called bridgehead is a strategic stronghold on the dividing line between the north and south, separated by a tributary of the Xuan River, with both sides stockpiling heavy troops on both banks.

Even from a distance, one could see Sun Chengzong, clad in golden armor, looking majestic and awe-inspiring.

Qin Liangyu, dressed in a red robe, rode forward and called out loudly, "General Sun, do you want to start a war?"

Sun Chengzong clasped his hands in a fist salute. “General Qin, it is now winter. I think that you have been working hard along the front lines for a long time. Why don’t you return to Longcheng and we can have a three-month truce?”

"Is General Sun afraid? Or does he want to send me back so you can turn around and quell the rebellion within the Great Qian territory?"

"General Qin, what are you saying? I am serving you and sharing your burdens. I only thought of you because you are a woman, and I did not expect the God of War to be working so hard."

"I have been ordered by the King to guard the southern front and have not dared to slacken my duties day and night. General, there is no need to waste your breath. If you go south, I will definitely lead my troops to the northern mountain range. So, General, just stay put."

Qin Liangyu's strategic intention was to delay the army that came to guard the Beixing Mountains. The more troops she delayed, the better, otherwise she would have returned to Longcheng to recuperate long ago.

Sun Chengzong's face darkened. "General Qin, a good bird chooses a good tree to perch on. His Majesty is eager for talent and has long hoped for you. Why not surrender to the Great Qian? His Majesty guarantees to treat you well, and you will be able to obtain high-ranking positions and generous salaries. Whatever you want, His Majesty will grant it. With your integrity, I imagine you would not be willing to submit to the enemy."

Sun Chengzong was actually trying to persuade Qin Liangyu to surrender.

Chen Futu, listening from the rear, was stunned. Dian Wei, looking rather foolish, muttered, "My lord, did I hear that right? This fellow is actually trying to persuade the mistress to surrender?"

"Damn it, I thought I misheard too. Who gave this guy the nerve to try and persuade my wife to surrender!"

Chen Futu was almost amused.

Everyone knows that the King of the Northern Frontier has a special affection for Qin Liangyu, the God of War. The new Emperor of the Great Qian Dynasty has a well-thought-out plan. If Qin Liangyu is indeed persuaded to surrender, it will undoubtedly be a huge blow to the morale of the Northern Frontier.

However, no matter how good the conditions offered by the Great Qian Dynasty were, it was useless. Not to mention that Qin Liangyu was a personality formed by the system with unlimited loyalty, even if she was not formed by the system, she would not surrender. She was a female general who left her mark on history, the only female marquis, and a famous general who fought against the Tartars to the death. She was unparalleled in loyalty and righteousness in her heart.

Sure enough, Qin Liangyu reined in her horse and stood at the bridgehead, looking at Sun Chengzong with surprise, as if he were an idiot.

Sun Chengzong continued, "His Majesty has said that if General Qin surrenders with courtesy, he will be granted the title of one of the Three Dukes, which is an unparalleled honor. Alternatively, you may become Empress, commanding a million mighty troops of the Great Qian Dynasty, and even I will have to obey your orders!"

Empress and Emperor?

The new emperor of the Great Qian Dynasty really dares to make any kind of promise!

Chen Futu stood by the river, seething with rage. "That bastard, he stole my wife..."