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After Gu Ye left with Uncle Lin, Murong Xuewei brought Liuli back to the General's Mansion.

As soon as I entered, I saw Nangong Yifeng standing at the door as if he was waiting for someone.

Murong Xuewei walked over. "Nangong Yifeng, you should still be on your way to the capital. You shouldn't be showing up at the General's Mansion."

Nangong Yifeng chuckled, "I was getting a little bored staying in the manor, so I came out for some fresh air."

"Indeed, it's a waste to have a prince of the Qu Kingdom confined to a small general's mansion."

Nangong Yifeng looked around and laughed, "Not at all, not at all! This general's mansion is even more luxurious than my palace in Qu Kingdom. How could I feel wronged?"

Murong Xuewei ignored his teasing and was about to leave when Nangong Yifeng called her back.

"Miss Xuewei, can we have a chat?" Nangong Yifeng suddenly asked seriously.

Murong Xuewei looked at Nangong Yifeng with some curiosity. They had known each other for so many years, but this was the first time she had ever heard Nangong Yifeng speak like this.

"Let's go, there's a pavilion in the general's mansion garden."

Nangong Yifeng followed Murong Xuewei to the pavilion and sat down.

"Speak, what do you want to talk about?"

Nangong Yifeng glanced at Liuli behind Murong Xuewei and asked, "I've always been curious, why did you marry General Gu?"

Nangong Yifeng didn't notice at all that Liuli was also stunned for a moment the instant he asked the question.

Murong Xuewei was taken aback, not expecting Nangong Yifeng to ask this question. She hesitated for a moment, then decided to fabricate a lie, "Of course, it's mutual affection."

Nangong Yifeng narrowed his eyes, a half-smile on his face, and said, "Really? But I remember when I met you three years ago, you weren't interested in marriage at all."

Murong Xuewei's heart tightened, but she remained outwardly calm. "People always change, Young Master Nangong."

Nangong Yifeng suddenly burst into laughter, "Miss Xuewei, you're still as amusing as ever. But honestly, if I'd known you'd be getting married so soon, I should have kept you here three years ago."

Murong Xuewei frowned. "What do you mean?"

Nangong Yifeng shrugged. "Think about it, who wouldn't want the Murong family's wealth? If I had used some force to keep you in Qu Kingdom back then, you might be my queen now."

A surge of anger welled up inside Murong Xuewei, but she knew Nangong Yifeng was only joking. She said coldly, "Young Master Nangong, you'd better be glad you didn't do that. Otherwise, I would only hate you."

Seeing Murong Xuewei's serious expression, Nangong Yifeng dropped his joking tone. "I'm sorry, Miss Xuewei. I was just joking. But, do you really love General Gu?"

Murong Xuewei didn't answer, turning and leaving the side courtyard. Nangong Yifeng's words troubled her. Love? Did she truly love Gu Ye? Or was all of this just part of a revenge plan?

At the same time, in the study.

Gu Ye and Uncle Lin were talking in hushed tones. Uncle Lin's expression was serious, and his eyes flashed with a complex light.

"Young Master," Uncle Lin said in a deep voice, "the current situation is very complicated. The Nanzhao Kingdom is preparing to attack the Taichu Kingdom."

Gu Ye frowned. "What does this have to do with us?"

Uncle Lin took a deep breath. "Young Master, this is a golden opportunity for us to restore our kingdom. I suggest we hold off on our attack for now, and instead secretly cooperate with Nanzhao. We'll make our move after Nanzhao defeats Taichu."

Gu Ye suddenly stood up. "Uncle Lin, what did you say? Cooperate with Nanzhao?"

Uncle Lin nodded. "That's right. Nanzhao needs our support now, and we can use this opportunity to strengthen our own power. Once Nanzhao and Taichu are both weakened, we can easily reclaim our territory."

Gu Ye remained silent for a long time before finally shaking his head. "No, Uncle Lin. How is doing this any different from what happened with the Primordial Kingdom? We can't repeat the same mistakes."

Uncle Lin's expression turned stern. "Young Master, have you forgotten our goal? Our goal is to restore our kingdom! For this goal, we cannot hesitate in the slightest."

Gu Ye turned around and looked out the window. "Uncle Lin, I understand your intentions. But if we restore our kingdom in this way, how will we be any different from the Primordial Kingdom? We will become another tyrant."

Uncle Lin's voice turned shrill, "Young Master, do you no longer want to restore the kingdom? Has that woman from the Murong family influenced your judgment?"

Gu Ye whirled around, a flash of anger in his eyes. "Uncle Lin, please don't drag Xue Wei into this. This is my decision."

Uncle Lin took a deep breath, trying to calm himself down. "Young Master, please forgive my outburst. But please understand, we've put in so much effort; we can't let it all go to waste."

Gu Ye remained silent for a long time before finally sighing, "Uncle Lin, I understand your intentions. However, I need time to consider this. This is not a simple decision."

Uncle Lin nodded. "Alright, young master. But please make a decision as soon as possible. Time waits for no one."

Gu Ye waved his hand, signaling Uncle Lin to leave. After Uncle Lin left, he sat heavily in his chair, lost in thought.

Restoring his kingdom had always been his goal. For this goal, he endured years of hardship and suffering. But was it truly worth it to restore his kingdom in this way?

Just then, soft footsteps sounded outside the door. Gu Ye looked up and saw Murong Xuewei standing in the doorway.

"Gu Ye," Murong Xuewei said softly, "Are you alright?"

Gu Ye forced a smile. "It's nothing, I'm just a little tired."

Murong Xuewei walked in and sat opposite Gu Ye. "What did you and Uncle Lin talk about? You seemed very serious."

Gu Ye hesitated for a moment, "It's nothing, just some military matters."

Murong Xuewei looked into Gu Ye's eyes and knew he was lying. But she didn't press him. Instead, she whispered, "Gu Ye, no matter what happens, I'll be on your side."

Gu Ye felt a warmth in his heart and reached out to grasp Murong Xuewei's hand. "Thank you, Xuewei."

The two remained silent, an indescribable emotion filling the air.

Just then, a commotion suddenly broke out outside. Gu Ye and Murong Xuewei exchanged a glance and quickly walked out of the study.

In the courtyard, Nangong Yifeng was arguing with several guards.

"Young Master Nangong, what's going on?" Murong Xuewei asked.

Upon seeing Murong Xuewei, Nangong Yifeng immediately put on a wronged expression. "Miss Xuewei, these people won't let me go out for a stroll. I just wanted to walk around the streets, I'm not trying to run away."

Gu Ye frowned. "Young Master Nangong, don't forget your place."

Nangong Yifeng curled his lip. "General Gu, I know I'm a prisoner. But can't I even go out for a walk? Besides, if I really wanted to escape, I would have done it long ago."

Murong Xuewei glanced at Gu Ye, then said to Nangong Yifeng, "How about this, Young Master Nangong? If you really want to go out, I can go with you. However, you must promise not to do anything out of line."