Shocking! Five men are in love with the same woman!

Lingyan volunteered for the battle precisely because of the reasons she just mentioned.

Even He Jingchuan, the invincible war god, couldn't do anything about them.

Then the military generals in the court are naturally out of the question.

Not to mention the civil officials who knew nothing about warfare.

If they go then, not only will they lose more soldiers' lives, but they will also cause irreparable consequences.

They might also be invaded by the Southern Frontier and the Northern Li, and how many more cities would the Great Zhao lose then?

At that time, the Great Zhao Dynasty will be torn apart and engulfed in war.

Then the Great Zhao will be in grave danger!

If only the Northern Li Kingdom were to participate in this war, she believed that the generals of the Great Zhao Kingdom would naturally be able to stop them, achieve victory, and drive them back.

But southern Xinjiang also got involved.

They used poison on the battlefield.

And which of Da Zhao's generals was skilled in poison?

In addition, very few military doctors understood poisons; they were mostly skilled in treating external injuries.

That's why she absolutely had to go this time.

In fact, after hearing the news from the front lines, she already knew that if it wasn't A Yao, it would definitely be her who went.

But as she said, Xiao Muyao couldn't go for both official and personal reasons, so she had to go instead.

...............

Just as Emperor Jingzhao saw Lingyan off, Eunuch Yuan came to report that the Third Prince, Fourth Prince, and Fifth Prince requested an audience.

Emperor Jingzhao knew without even thinking what they had come for.

He shook his head and sighed, then let them in.

The three of them actually met at the palace gate.

They then glanced at each other and realized they had the same purpose for their trip.

So they came together.

As expected, the three of them went straight to the point after entering the imperial study: they requested to fight.

Emperor Jingzhao had anticipated this long ago.

So he wasn't surprised to hear this, and calmly asked in return, "Which of you can surpass He Jingchuan in battle, and whose mind can match that of the sixth brother's wife?"

The three of them fell silent upon hearing this.

They all clearly felt they couldn't compare to him.

Seeing their reaction, Emperor Jingzhao sighed and continued, "This war is even more dangerous than before. If it were only the Northern Li, I would have agreed to your request. But the Southern Frontier's insidious methods are endless and impossible to guard against. Even last time, Lian Hejingchuan was successfully assassinated, to the point that..."

At this point, he seemed momentarily dazed, then softened his tone and said, "So how can I feel at ease letting you go? You are not even as good as He Jingchuan, so what right do you have to volunteer for the battle? You are my sons, and I am unwilling and unable to bear letting you take such a risk!"

Upon hearing this, the three understood Emperor Jingzhao's love for his son.

Then the fourth prince and the fifth prince simultaneously thought of the same question.

Since Father doesn't want them to take risks, he probably won't let Sixth Brother go on the risk either?

So who will go to this battle?

There are very few people more capable than He Jingchuan.

Then I remembered the sixth sister-in-law that my father had just mentioned.

They immediately realized that their sixth brother and sister-in-law would be going to fight this battle.

The fourth prince then said with concern, "Father doesn't want us to take risks, but can he really bear to watch my sixth brother and sister-in-law take risks?"

Upon hearing this, Emperor Jingzhao said in a low voice, "I am also somewhat reluctant, but the affairs of the state are of utmost importance. Right now, apart from the sixth prince and his wife, no one else has the ability to turn the tide. Naturally, I cannot let the sixth prince go on a risky journey, even if there is only the slightest danger. Therefore, I can only let the sixth prince's wife go on the risk. Although I am somewhat reluctant, this is the only way."

The three of them understood upon hearing this.

Given the greater good, the sixth sister-in-law is indeed the most suitable.

But they can't help but worry.

Seeing their unease, Emperor Jingzhao reassured them, "Don't worry, Sixth Prince's wife is an expert in both medicine and poison, while you know nothing about these things. Those people from the Southern Frontier can't harm her at all, and the others will definitely protect her."

The three of them felt a little relieved upon hearing this.

Emperor Jingzhao continued, "Moreover, the sixth prince's wife is the most intelligent and capable woman I have ever met. No, even men are few who can surpass her. Therefore, the sixth prince's wife will definitely be able to deal with the southern border. I also believe that with the sixth prince's wife's abilities, she will definitely return in triumph. I don't know why, but I just have this intuition."

The three of them initially thought it was a bit outrageous.

I never expected my father to trust his intuition so much.

But upon further reflection, they did indeed have this intuition.

The sixth sister-in-law possessed a strength that no one else had, as if nothing could faze her.

And even though she was younger than them, they felt as if she had lived for a very long time. She was often so detached from worldly affairs and didn't care about many people and things.

Moreover, I always feel that the abilities she has shown now are far more than that.

She was so vast and boundless, and felt incredibly unfathomable.

So the three of them relaxed and stopped worrying.

...............

Not long after Lingyan returned to the Crown Prince's residence, Xiao Muyao followed her back.

He was determined to stay with her for the next few days before she left.

Because it seems we won't see each other for a long time after this trip.

However, he would never try to stop her from going.

After receiving the news this morning, he knew she would definitely volunteer to go.

There's nothing she can't do if she wants to, so all he can do is support her and not hold her back or cause her trouble.

It was because he understood her ambitions and sense of righteousness that he was able to embark on this journey despite knowing it would be fraught with danger.

But he could not prevent her from going, nor could he break her wings and prevent her from flying, nor could he imprison her because he was worried about her.

She is so talented, more so than many people in the world, how could he possibly restrain her from shining brightly?

After all, the person he liked was someone who was different from everyone else!

So when he returned to the manor and saw Lingyan for the first time, he asked her with a gentle smile, "Besides preparing for the expedition, how about you give me all your time these next few days?"

Upon hearing this, Lingyan looked into his gentle, smiling eyes and realized that he understood her, comprehended her, and supported her.

She felt extremely fortunate and happy.

So he smiled and replied, "Okay!"

At nightfall.

When Lu Yanqing and Shen Qingchen arrived, Lingyan informed them of her impending expedition.

Lu Yanqing and Shen Qingchen reacted very calmly after hearing this, as if they had expected it all along.

Because not only Xiao Muyao understands her, but they all understand her too.

After hearing her finish speaking, Shen Qingchen replied first: "I will accompany you this time to protect you closely. Although you are powerful, you are not skilled in martial arts, so I must protect you."

Ling Yan smiled and looked at him, replying, "Of course I wouldn't be presumptuous, so I had already decided to have you accompany me for close protection."

The three of them felt a little relieved upon hearing this.

Then Xiao Muyao looked at Ling Yan and instructed her, "You shouldn't bring any bodyguards on this trip. After all, Shen Qingchen is enough on her own. Bringing bodyguards might restrict your movements and hinder your actions."

Lingyan nodded in agreement.

Then Lu Yanqing added, "Yanyan, just follow your heart on this trip. Don't overthink it. Just do whatever you want. His Highness the Crown Prince will take care of everything."

Ling Yan chuckled upon hearing this, "Did you already anticipate what earth-shattering thing I would do?"

Lu Yanqing shrugged and said, "It's obvious."

Shen Qingchen nodded in agreement.

Xiao Muyao smiled tolerantly and said, "That's right, Yan'er, just go for it. Even if you break the sky, I'll support you."

Lingyan replied: Okay, you said it! You're the one who'll hold up the sky if it bursts!