Reveling amidst the landscapes of the Wan Kingdom for a while, Chen Mo contentedly fastened his belt. Looking at Princess Huixian, who was clutching a quilt on the bed, face stained with tears, still dry heaving, he walked over and gently patted her jade-like back, saying, "Jingyun, rest assured, within three days, this prince will find a way to deploy the Imperial Guard."

Hearing this, Princess Huixian Han Jingyun, tears in her eyes, appeared delicate and fragile, looking at Chen Mo: "Really? What about the provisions?"

Although she had previously promised Chen Mo that all expenses for the Great Song’s suppression forces would be her responsibility, that was for reimbursement afterward; she couldn’t provide them now.

"I will send a message to have Nanyang prepare some in advance. For the next few days, whatever the capital can gather, it will do. The army will be dispatched in three days."

Chen Mo held Han Jingyun’s soft hand, gently caressing it, whispering, "Father-in-law is in deep trouble in Wan Kingdom, and as a son-in-law, no matter how difficult, I must lend him a helping hand."

Chen Mo lifted Han Jingyun’s chin and lightly tasted her lips, saying, "This journey is dangerous; Jingyun, you should stay at my Prince Zhen Nan’s Mansion."

Han Jingyun looked at him in shock, finally understanding his meaning.

Originally, she thought Chen Mo would be satisfied with just a night’s companionship.

Now it seemed, he intended to keep her as a caged bird, confined in this Prince Zhen Nan’s Mansion.

"What? Jingyun also wants to go with the army." Chen Mo released her chin, narrowing his eyes slightly.

Han Jingyun bit her lip, knowing she had no grounds to refuse, her heart boiling in turmoil.

Two streams of tears ran down her pale cheeks, her bright eyes dimmed slightly, her brows lightly furrowed, making her appearance pitifully heart-wrenching. She nodded slightly with a tinge of sorrow.

Chen Mo gently stroked her back, speaking softly, "Jingyun, you may think I covet your body. In reality, my men are reckless; when we reach the Wan Kingdom and fall into chaos, if they accidentally harm your father, it wouldn’t be good.

Now, if they know your father is my father-in-law, they will be extra cautious, ensuring he doesn’t suffer the slightest harm."

Hearing these words, Han Jingyun, though somewhat skeptical, felt a bit relieved in her heart. At least she could use this reason to comfort herself. She snuck a glance at Chen Mo, feeling slightly better.

At least he was exceptionally handsome, not the kind that was hard to look at directly.

She sobbed softly, "This concubine understands the Prince Zhen Nan’s efforts and hopes that the Prince will quickly rescue my father from peril."

"Rest assured." Chen Mo raised his hand to stroke Han Jingyun’s cheek, speaking softly, "Your matters are my matters. I will have General Huangfu personally lead thirty thousand elite soldiers to Wan Kingdom to suppress the treacherous Ning family."

"Then Jingyun wishes the royal forces an early triumphant return."

...

The territory of Wan Kingdom is not large. According to the officials who have been there, it’s only about the size of one or two provinces of the Great Song, with a population of one or two million.

If the people of the Great Song call Loulan the Desolate Kingdom and its people barbarians, then Wan Kingdom is equivalent to savages.

At the Hongfu Restaurant, east of Bianliang City.

Today, there are many carriages outside. Chen Mo gathered Huangfu Hao and several trusted aides to discuss matters concerning Wan Kingdom.

Inside the restaurant’s private room, all the generals sat waiting. There were Huangfu Hao, Li Weiqiu, Zhang Lie, Bai Yongtao, Quan Qiyang, and two newly recruited Second-Grade Martial Artists named Zhang Mu and Wen Jieming. Compared to Li Weiqiu and others, these two were much older, both over sixty. 𝑓𝑟𝑒𝘦𝓌𝑒𝑏𝑛𝑜𝘷𝑒𝘭.𝒸𝘰𝑚

However, once they reached the Innate stage, they no longer appeared as mere mortals and looked around thirty.

After a while, Chen Mo, dressed in a white robe and overcoat, entered from outside, closely followed by the four Lans of Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter, with Zhao Qianyi maintaining a slight distance from him.

Everyone stood to greet them. Chun Lan helped Chen Mo take off his coat, then exited the room with Summer Lan, Autumn Lan, and Winter Lan, waiting outside.

"Princess, please." Although Li Weiqiu and others knew of the relationship between Chen Mo and Zhao Qianyi, Zhang Mu and Wen Jieming were unaware, and Chen Mo did not want too many people to know, therefore showing some respect outside.

After Zhao Qianyi sat down, Chen Mo addressed everyone: "Please sit."

"I called you all here because there’s a lucrative opportunity, and I plan to select a few from among you to undertake it. Of course, this time leading the troops will be General Huangfu."

Everyone’s ears perked up instantly. Except for Zhang Mu and Wen Jieming, they all knew Prince Zhen Nan was excellent. If he said it was a lucrative opportunity, it would have a lot of benefits.

Chen Mo smiled at them and said, "Zhang Lie and Bai Yongtao, when you followed this prince north, although you made great contributions from the rear, among you, your ranks are the lowest, so this time you two will be deputy generals."

After speaking, he glanced at Zhang Mu and Wen Jieming, saying, "Since you chose to follow this prince, I won’t treat you unfairly. You’ll join in and gain some experience."

The two, having lived so long, naturally understood that Chen Mo’s talk of gaining experience was about earning merits, and they immediately showed joy and nodded.

Li Weiqiu and Quan Qiyang felt a little disappointed, with the former curiously asking, "Prince, what exactly is the matter?"

"Our friendly nation, Wan Kingdom, is currently in turmoil. The treacherous Ning family is slowly devouring the Imperial Family Han. Now, the Princess Huixian of Wan Kingdom has come seeking help; the Han family was granted nobility by the Grand Ancestor, and this prince cannot stand by." Chen Mo said.

Everyone was stunned on the spot. Li Weiqiu was quite relieved he wasn’t selected by Chen Mo, whispering, "Prince, although Wan Kingdom is small and weak, it is thousands of miles from the capital, and I heard its terrain is rugged. Isn’t taking military action now against Wan Kingdom risky? Moreover, the costs will be huge."

"Rest assured, this prince has a plan." Chen Mo took out the drawn map of Wan Kingdom’s topography from Jingyun’s garment, saying, "With this map in hand, this journey to Wan Kingdom will be smooth as if on flat ground.

Additionally, all expenses for this journey to Wan Kingdom will be borne by the Imperial Family of Wan Kingdom."

"Hiss..." Hearing this, Li Weiqiu was envious once more.

This is not just a lucrative opportunity...

This is a walk in the park.

"I will not disgrace my mission," Zhang Lie and Bai Yongtao quickly agreed respectfully.

Chen Mo raised his hand to quiet them: "Your commander this time is General Huangfu; upon reaching Wan Kingdom, follow his orders."

Afterward, Chen Mo turned to Huangfu Hao: "Elder brother, I must trouble you once again."

"Free merits; what trouble?" Huangfu Hao laughed heartily.

...

After discussing, Li Weiqiu and others left one after another. Zhao Qianyi glanced at Chen Mo, intending to leave, but was immediately pulled back by Chen Mo, who wrapped an arm around her waist and kissed her tender lips: "Princess, don’t be in such a hurry to leave, there’s still something I need to discuss with you."