PNB Chapter 199: The Western Invasion
Chapter 199: The Western Invasion
The two sisters walked straight towards Ziyunxuan.
As soon as I arrived at the door of Ziyunxuan, I saw Biqing coming in hurriedly with a serious look on his face.
Without waiting for Biqing to speak, Mu Lanfeng asked, "What's wrong? Did they say they were chasing you away?"
Bi Qing was startled, and subconsciously glanced at Mu Lanxue who was traveling with her, and then turned her gaze to Mu Lanfeng.
"Third sister is one of us, just tell me what you have to say!" said Mu Lanfeng.
Despite this, Bi Qing still appeared extremely cautious. She first looked around vigilantly, and then deliberately lowered her voice, "Miss, there is a letter sent by carrier pigeon!"
When Mu Lanfeng heard this, her expression changed slightly. She hurriedly took the note handed over by Biqing, with a hint of solemnity in her eyes.
Tonight is New Year's Eve, and she knows very well that if it wasn't something extremely urgent, Sanniang would never choose this time to send a message by carrier pigeon.
When she thought of this, she felt inexplicably uneasy in her heart. The uneasy feeling came over her like a tide, wave after wave, making her flustered.
Mu Lanfeng did not open the note immediately, but walked towards Ziyunxuan first.
After entering Ziyunxuan, she immediately told others to close the gate carefully, and then carefully unfolded the note she was holding tightly in her hand.
"The army from Xilin has launched a surprise attack on Shaoze Pass. We are outnumbered and it is difficult to defeat them. Shaoze Pass may be lost. Come up with a good plan quickly!"
After Mu Lanfeng read those lines clearly, her face turned pale instantly and her lips began to tremble slightly. She clenched the note tightly, her finger joints turned white due to the force, as if she wanted to crush the note alive.
She took a deep breath, trying her best to calm her flustered mind.
Then, she slowly turned her head and cast her eyes to Mu Lanxue who was standing beside her. Her face was full of guilt, and she said apologetically, "Third sister, I'm really sorry. This happened too suddenly. It seems that I can't stay up with you to celebrate the New Year!"
Mu Lanxue looked at Mu Lanfeng who had a serious expression, waved her hand carelessly, and said briskly: "Okay, okay, go quickly! I just have to go back to accompany my aunt!"
Mu Lanfeng nodded, and did not waste any more time talking to Mu Lanxue. He immediately instructed Biqing with a serious look, "Biqing, escort Third Sister back to Tingxue Pavilion immediately. Make sure Third Sister is safe. There must not be any mistakes."
After saying that, he watched Mu Lanxue leave in a hurry.
Mu Lanfeng calmed himself down a little, then turned around resolutely and walked out of Ziyunxuan with big strides.
It was already late at night, and the New Year's Eve should have been brightly lit and bustling, but at the moment she had no intention of paying attention to the festive atmosphere around her.
There were few pedestrians on the streets, and the few who did appear were hurrying home to reunite with their families.
Mu Lanfeng wrapped her cloak tightly around herself. The cold wind whistled in her face, as if it would blow away her only remaining calmness. She pursed her lips tightly and hurried towards the Tianya Inn.
Along the way, the words on the note kept flashing through her mind, the sudden attack by Xilin’s army, the crisis at Shaoze Pass, and every scene made her anxious.
Her steps became more and more hurried, and she didn't even care about the road surface that became slippery due to the snow. She almost fell several times, but she quickly steadied herself and continued on her way.
Finally, the familiar sign of Tianya Inn appeared before my eyes.
Mu Lanfeng didn't even have time to catch his breath before pushing the door open and walking in.
The waiter in the inn saw that she looked hurried and was about to ask something, but was choked back by her cold eyes.
She anxiously searched the lobby for Ye Sanniang's figure, and when she saw the familiar figure in the corner, she hurried forward.
"Sanniang!" Mu Lanfeng's voice was a little anxious. She sat down on the stool opposite Ye Sanniang, staring at her, and asked anxiously, "What is going on? What is the situation at Shaoze Pass now? We have to find a solution quickly!"
After saying that, he handed the crumpled note to Ye Sanniang.
"We got this news from Xian Chengfeng. The Xilin army is so cunning and sinister that they actually tried to launch a large-scale attack while our Longyuan soldiers guarding the pass are slacking off during the New Year. This method is really despicable!" Ye Sanniang said with her face flushed with anger.
She swung her fist violently, and with a "bang", she slammed her clenched fist hard on the table, her eyes burning with rage, as if she wanted to vent all the evil deeds of the Western Army.
Mu Lanfeng looked at Ye Sanniang who was so angry, and the anxiety in his heart burned like a raging fire.
She bit her lower lip and said anxiously, "Sanniang, the situation is extremely critical now. Once Shaoze Pass is lost, the consequences will be disastrous. The people of Longyuan will suffer the ravages of war."
"We only have so many people," Ye Sanniang frowned, looking helpless. She slowly said, "Our strength is too weak. The army from the west is coming aggressively. The situation at Shaoze Pass is so critical. How much can we do with just a few of us? If we want to truly deal with such a critical situation, we have to ask the court to send troops to support us!"
Having said that, Ye Sanniang sighed heavily, and the worry in her eyes deepened.
She stood up and paced back and forth in the room, continuing as she walked: "However, the battle report has to go through many links along the way, so how can it be so smooth? Not to mention the long journey, the process of transmitting it layer by layer alone will take a lot of time!"
She stopped and looked out the window at the dark night, as if she could see the long road leading to the capital through the darkness.
"It will probably take two days before it is presented to the emperor." There was a hint of helplessness in Ye Sanniang's voice.
"In the past two days, the soldiers of Shaoze Pass have to face the offensive of the Xilin army alone. I don't know if they can hold on. If something really happens to Shaoze Pass, the consequences will be disastrous. The people of Longyuan will have to suffer the ravages of war and become displaced." She said while clenching her fists and looking at Mu Lanfeng.
Mu Lanfeng frowned slightly, and after thinking for a moment, he said with a determined look: "No, this matter is of great importance and cannot be delayed. It must be reported to the emperor immediately. I will set off to the Prince of Yan's Mansion now and convey this urgent military information to the emperor as soon as possible through His Royal Highness the Prince of Yan. There must not be any delay!"
After hearing what Mu Lanfeng said, Ye Sanniang said, "Miss, this is the only solution for now. His Royal Highness Prince Yan is always sensible and affectionate. With his help, this matter will be reported to the emperor as soon as possible. However, it is New Year's Day and the palace is celebrating. I am afraid this may cause taboos in the palace."
Mu Lanfeng nodded slightly and replied, "Don't worry, Sanniang, I will be careful and thorough."
After saying that, she wrapped her cloak tightly around her, turned around and hurried out of the Tianya Inn.
It was New Year's Eve at this time, and the streets were becoming increasingly deserted, with only sporadic fireworks still blooming in the distant sky. However, the brilliant light and shadow seemed to have no appeal in Mu Lanfeng's eyes.
She was full of anxiety and rushed straight to Prince Yan's Mansion at a rapid pace.
Soon, they arrived at the gate of Prince Yan's Mansion.
The vermilion gate was tightly closed, and the guards at the door still stood tall and vigilantly guarding the palace on this New Year's Eve.
Mu Lanfeng stepped forward quickly. Before she could speak, the guard had already recognized her. A smile immediately appeared on his face. He bowed respectfully and said, "Greetings, Miss Mu. It's New Year's Day. Why are you here?"
Mu Lanfeng hurriedly said, "Please tell him that I have an urgent matter and need to see His Royal Highness the Prince of Yan immediately."
The guard did not dare to delay and hurried into the mansion to pass on the message.
Mu Lanfeng paced anxiously outside the door. She knew very well that every minute and every second was crucial to the situation in Shaoze Pass.
After a moment, the guard came back quickly and said with a smile, "Miss Mu, His Royal Highness Prince Yan is waiting for you in the study. Please follow me."
Mu Lanfeng hurriedly followed the guard into the palace, walked through the corridors and courtyards, and went straight to the study.
When she reached the door of the study, she gently tidied her messy hair and cloak, took a deep breath, then gently pushed the door open and walked in.
Prince Yan was standing in front of the desk, holding a book in his hand. When he saw Mu Lanfeng come in, a hint of surprise flashed across his eyes for a moment, but was then replaced by worry.
He put down the book, walked up quickly, held Mu Lanfeng's cold hand, and asked softly: "Lanfeng, it's New Year's Day, why are you in such a hurry? What happened?"
Mu Lanfeng looked at the King of Yan with anxiety in her eyes. She handed the crumpled note in her hand to the King of Yan and said anxiously: "Your Highness, the Xilin army took advantage of the Longyuan New Year to attack Shaoze Pass. We are outnumbered and cannot defeat them. Shaoze Pass is in danger, and it may take two days for the battle report to reach the emperor. The situation is critical, and we must ask the court to send troops to support us as soon as possible!"
Prince Yan took the note, glanced through it quickly, and his expression became solemn.
He held Mu Lanfeng's hand tightly and said with a determined look: "Don't worry, Lanfeng. I will go to the palace to meet my father and ask the court to send troops to rescue Shaoze Pass immediately. I will never let the Xilin army succeed!"