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The sound of galloping hooves echoed as Mudar hurried back to the camp. Inside the tent, the flickering candlelight cast a distorted shadow of his tall figure against the tent wall.

"Report!" The messenger knelt on one knee, his voice trembling.

"What is it? Speak quickly!" Mudar ripped off his cloak and threw it aside, looking impatient.

"Urgent news has arrived from Lincang Kingdom: Wang Chong staged a coup last night but suffered a crushing defeat. He and Consort Wang have both been captured and are now imprisoned in the imperial prison." The messenger lowered his head, not daring to breathe.

"What!" Mudar slammed his hand on the table, making the candlesticks jump and splatter wax. "That idiot! He's good for nothing but ruining things!" He was furious, his eyes wide and bulging as if they were about to spit fire.

Mudar paced back and forth in his tent, his mind in turmoil. With Wang Chong's downfall, all the secret networks and schemes he had painstakingly built in Lincang had vanished in an instant. What was even more critical was that he had maintained close ties with Wang Chong in secret, and he couldn't guarantee that he wouldn't be implicated when the emperor of Lincang began his purge.

"Quickly, prepare my horse!" Mudar suddenly stopped and shouted towards the outside of the tent.

A trusted general rushed into the tent to dissuade him: "General, it's getting late, where are you going?"

"I need to find Chu Li!" Mudar was extremely anxious. "He must have already learned about Wang Chong's matter. We must discuss countermeasures as soon as possible; we can't just sit here and wait to die."

The general hesitated: "But General, if we go there rashly, what if..."

"There's no time to worry about that!" Mudar interrupted him. "The situation is urgent. If we delay any longer, we'll all be doomed!"

A moment later, Mudar led a troop of elite cavalry, galloping out into the night towards Chu Li's camp. The wind whistled past his ears, but the panic and unease in his heart only intensified.

The night was thick and dark. Mudar led his elite cavalry, like a black torrent, galloping across the wilderness. The sound of hooves shook the earth slightly, like the beating of war drums, expressing his inner anxiety.

Soon, Chu Li's camp came into view. Outside the camp, torches blazed, and the soldiers on duty stood tall and alert. Mudar, anxious, rushed to the camp gate and shouted, "I am Mudar! I have urgent business to discuss with Young Master Chu Li! Inform him immediately!"

Upon seeing that it was Mudar, the soldier on duty dared not delay and immediately rushed into the camp to report. A short while later, the soldier returned and respectfully said, "General Mudar, the young master requests your presence."

Mudar dismounted and strode into the camp. Inside the tent, candlelight flickered, and Chu Li, dressed in a plain robe, was deep in thought with a solemn expression. Upon seeing Mudar enter, Chu Li rose slightly and gestured, "General Mudar, your visit so late at night must be about Wang Chong's matter."

Mudar didn't mince words and said directly, "That's right, Wang Chong, that good-for-nothing, failed in his attempt to force the emperor to abdicate and was captured instead. Now our plans in Lincang are completely messed up, and we might even get burned. Young Master Chu, do you have a solution?"

Chu Li frowned slightly and said slowly, "This matter is indeed thorny. Wang Chong's faction is deeply entrenched, and even if they fail, their remaining power should not be underestimated. If the Emperor of Lincang wants to investigate thoroughly, I'm afraid we will find it difficult to clear ourselves of any involvement."

Mudar paced back and forth in his tent, gritting his teeth as he said, "I can't just sit here and wait to die. I still have some old subordinates in Lincang. Should I send someone to make contact and see if we can rescue Wang Chong?"

Chu Li pondered for a moment, then shook his head and said, "No. Going to rescue Wang Chong now would be like walking into a trap. The Lincang court is sure to be heavily guarded. If our people go, not only will they fail to rescue him, but they will also expose themselves."

Mudar stopped and asked eagerly, "Then, in your opinion, young master, what should we do?"

Chu Li's eyes flashed, and he said, "For now, we should hold back and closely monitor the situation in Lincang. At the same time, we should strengthen the defenses of our own camp to prevent Lincang from launching a sudden attack. In addition, I will arrange for people to spread rumors in Lincang to confuse the public and make it difficult for them to point the finger at us."

Although Mudar was somewhat unwilling, he knew that Chu Li's words made sense, and nodded helplessly, saying, "That's the only way. Young Master Chu, we are now in the same boat, so we must stick together through thick and thin."

Chu Li nodded slightly, his eyes resolute: "General, rest assured, I will do my utmost. However, the situation is unpredictable, and we will need to adapt to the changing circumstances."

The atmosphere inside the tent was heavy. Mudar paced back and forth, his expression anxious, each step seeming like he was walking on a taut string. "Wang Chong's defeat has put us in a precarious situation. What should we do?" His voice was full of anxiety, and beads of sweat rolled down his forehead.

Chu Li remained calm, gesturing for Mudar to sit down, and gently reassured him, "General Mudar, please don't panic. Things have come to this point; losing your composure will only make matters worse." His tone was firm, his gaze piercing, radiating a calming power.

Mudar sat down as instructed, but his brows remained furrowed, staring intently at Chu Li, hoping he could offer a good solution.

Chu Li leaned forward and solemnly said, "On behalf of the Phoenix Feather Kingdom, I am willing to cooperate closely with the Azure Kingdom. We will overcome this crisis together. The Phoenix Feather Kingdom is powerful and will certainly contribute to the cooperation between our two countries. The benefits in the future will be countless."

A glint of light flashed in Mudar's eyes, but it was quickly replaced by worry: "That's true, but what if the Lincang Kingdom investigates? How will we respond?"

Chu Li, confident and smiling, said, "General, there's no need to worry. I've made all the arrangements. I'll be keeping things in order in the Lincang court, confusing them and ensuring our safety."

After speaking, Chu Li clapped his hands lightly. Two women stepped gracefully out from behind the tent. They were exquisitely beautiful, with graceful figures, and their bodies were covered by light veils, adding to their mysterious charm.

"General Mudar, these two young ladies are specially prepared for you," Chu Li introduced with a smile. "They are not only as beautiful as angels, but also very talented. They are sure to win your favor."

Mudar's gaze was drawn to the two women, and he looked them up and down, his anxiety gradually replaced by greed.

Chu Li observed the change in Mudar's expression, a subtle hint of meaning flashing in his eyes, and continued, "From now on, Phoenix Feather Kingdom and Azure Kingdom must join hands and move forward together. Consider these two young ladies as a small gift for our cooperation, and I hope the General will accept them with pleasure."

Mudar laughed heartily, his tense nerves completely relaxing: "Young Master Chu is indeed generous! With such a kind intention, plus the cooperation between our two countries, what do I have to fear!" He stood up, put his arm around a woman, and his face was full of pride.

Mudar led the two women back to the suburban villa, which was brightly lit, its carved beams and painted rafters appearing even more luxurious under the lights. Crimson lanterns swayed gently in the breeze, casting a warm glow.

"Girls, this is the villa. You can settle in here from now on." Mudar said with a smile, his eyes lingering on the two women.

Bi'er, who was at the head of the group, moved gracefully and bowed, her voice soft and sweet: "Thank you for taking us in, General. It is our honor to serve you." Another woman, Qing'er, also bowed, her eyes full of affection, charming and beautiful.

Mudar waved his hand and ordered his servants, "Prepare a grand feast! I want to have some fun with the two young ladies!"

Before long, a table was laden with delicacies, and the aroma of fine wines filled the air. Mudar sat in the main seat, pulled Bi'er and Qing'er to their seats, and urged them to drink, "Come, try this fine wine, it's a vintage brought from the Western Regions."

Bi'er picked up her wine glass, took a small sip, and praised, "It is indeed a fine wine, sweet and mellow, I have never tasted anything like it." Qing'er echoed, "General, you are knowledgeable and experienced. This wine is just like your demeanor, unforgettable." Mudar was amused and laughed heartily, downing several glasses in succession.

After several rounds of drinks, Mudar was already somewhat drunk, his eyes glazed over, and he was overcome with lust as he looked at Bi'er and Qing'er.

Seeing this, Bi'er stood up and said, "We are deeply grateful for the General's kindness. To express our gratitude, Qing'er and I will perform a dance for the General." Mudar clapped his hands and cheered, staring at them with hazy, drunken eyes.

Bi'er and Qing'er walked to the center of the courtyard, and as the music began, they began to dance gracefully. Bi'er's figure was light and lithe, her clothes fluttering as she twirled, like a fairy descending to earth; Qing'er's dance steps were agile, her eyes full of affection, every movement captivating. Mudar watched intently, swaying his head to the rhythm of the music, completely immersed in their beauty.