Deposed Crown Prince: After three years of service on the frontier, the entire court knelt and begge

Seeing this, Xiao Ce said, "As the saying goes, one should not refuse a gift from an elder. Moreover, it is the kindness of the people of Lingxiao City that is truly appreciated!"

Then Xiao Ce looked at Lin Zhong and asked, "Uncle Zhong, do we have any cash in our army?"

Lin Zhong nodded.

Xiao Ce said to Lin Bu, "Old Master Lin, I agree to accept the kindness of the people. However, the Northern Desert Army has military discipline and cannot accept even a needle or thread from the people. This is military discipline, so I will accept the people's kindness. But I will also give each of you who came here one tael of silver!"

Lin Bugang was about to refuse.

Xiao Ce said, “Old Master Lin, you know better than I do what these things represent to everyone here! One day, when I fulfill my promise that the people of the Northern Desert will have a place to live, clothes to cover their bodies, and food to fill their stomachs, and that they will have surplus money every year and meat to eat every meal, I will gladly welcome you back!”

Lin Bu looked troubled.

Yin Pan'er said, "Old Master Lin, Your Highness's solution is a win-win situation. It neither violates military discipline nor disappoints the people's enthusiasm. We have plenty of time in the future!"

Seeing this, Lin Bu said, "Then thank you, Your Highness."

As they were talking, Han Da led his neatly lined-up troops over.

Xiao Ce said loudly, "Soldiers, the people know that you have come to protect the northern desert and drive out the Turks! So they want to express their gratitude! Most of them have suffered from the bullying of the Turks and the gentry. They can't even get enough to eat, but they have brought the best things from their own land!"

Do you know why?

There was silence.

Xiao Ce continued loudly, "That's because they think you're worthy, they think you're the ones who can save them! They're willing to give you their everything, their best!"

"I have established military discipline for you, forbidding you from taking even a needle or thread from the common people. However, today I will make an exception! I want you to accept the kindness of the people! Eat what they offer! I want you to know who you will be fighting for when you go to the battlefield!"

"I want you to know that while you are fighting on the battlefield, there will always be a group of kind people who remember you!"

"I hereby swear an oath with all my people that we shall fight the Turks to the death!"

"kill!"

"kill!"

"kill!"

The sounds of battle echoed through the sky!

With Xiao Ce's consent, these simple and honest people carried their belongings and walked towards the soldiers.

As they handed the items to the soldiers, they recounted the evil deeds of the Turks.

Xiao Ce watched the spirited soldiers, listened to the simple people's gratitude, and heard about the Turks' atrocities.

They were all filled with righteous indignation.

This kind of mobilization is more effective than him talking himself hoarse.

...

Just then, Night Owl appeared beside Xiao Ce without anyone noticing.

"Your Majesty."

After seeing the night owl, Xiao Ce went to a secluded spot.

Night Cat whispered something to Xiao Ce.

After listening, Xiao Ce nodded and then whispered a few instructions to Night Cat.

The night owl hurriedly left.

Yin Pan'er witnessed this entire scene.

Seeing Xiao Ce return, she asked worriedly, "Your Highness, are you alright?"

Xiao Ce smiled and said, "It's alright. Pan'er, I'll be with the soldiers later. If you feel uncomfortable, I'll send someone to take you back!"

Yin Pan'er waved her hand: "Your Highness, no need. I'll go with you!"

As she spoke, she looked at Xiao Ce with deep affection: "Your Highness, what you said about establishing a moral compass for heaven and earth, securing a destiny for the people, continuing the lost learning of the sages, and ushering in an era of peace for all generations is also my wish! I am willing to go with you!"

"The road ahead is fraught with peril! Are you still willing?" Xiao Ce asked directly, without avoiding her gaze.

Yin Pan'er said with a smile, "Haven't I already been tricked into coming here?"

Xiao Ce grabbed Yin Pan'er's hand and said, "Then let's join hands and overcome all obstacles together!"

...

Night falls on the Northern Desert King's Mansion in Lingxiao City.

Nie Bing led four people dressed in military uniforms inside.

Because Nie Bing possesses a token, she has the authority to move freely.

The guards of the Northern Desert King's Mansion glanced at the four people behind Nie Bing.

"These are the guards sent by the Prince to protect me. Is there a problem?" Nie Bing asked.

The guard waved his hand and said it was fine, so they let them pass.

Nie Bing said to the four Turks behind him, "What method will you use later? Don't kill anyone."

One of the Turks was holding a blowpipe: "This is a blowpipe we use to anesthetize horses. We'll give them some medicine later, and they'll pass out."

Nie Bing repeated, "It won't kill anyone, will it?"

The Turk nodded and said, "Don't worry. We're just here to rescue people!"

Because Nie Bing was walking in front, all the patrol soldiers recognized her.

So they didn't do anything to stop it.

They arrived at the place where Mos Ashina was imprisoned without any effort.

However, Nie Bing found it strange that there were originally more than ten people guarding this place.

Now only two people are left guarding the door.

The two people were still yawning.

Seeing that Nie Bing didn't move, the Turk behind him asked, "What's wrong?"

Nie Bing said, "Something's not right... There used to be more than ten people guarding this place, but now there are only two. I'm afraid it's a trap!"

The Turks behind him were somewhat dismissive: "Could it be that the useless prince is out there rewarding the troops, and they've all been taken out to protect him?"

After listening to the Turk's words, Nie Bing glanced at the Turk with a cold glint in his eyes.

"He's not a piece of trash!"

The Turk smiled dismissively: "The Khan is imprisoned here, isn't he?"

Nie Bing nodded, just about to say something.

Turk: "Alright, leave the rest to us!"

As they spoke, the four of them put a tube-like object in their mouths and then walked towards the door.

The two guards who were dozing at the gate woke up when they heard the noise.

I was just about to get up and ask.

However, the two leaders pursed their lips, spat out a tube, and then blew hard.

Two thin, needle-like objects were seen piercing the guard's body.

Immediately afterwards, the two guards went limp and collapsed to the ground, unconscious.

They moved swiftly, immediately dragging the person to a corner, and Nie Bing stepped forward.

I checked the two guards and their breathing was normal.

She gestured for them to be quiet, then went inside. She walked around the courtyard twice, but didn't see any hidden sentries. Although she was a little suspicious, she eventually felt relieved.

The Turk walked in and said, "Miss Nie, you're overthinking it. Your prince is blinded by joy! He has no idea he's about to die!"

Before Nie Bing could speak, the Turk shouted into the courtyard in Turkic.

A short while later, a door to a room opened, and a slightly haggard face appeared in the doorway. It was Mos Ashina.