People in the Qin Dynasty sought good fortune and avoided misfortune.

Chapter 323, Daring to Do It!
Wang Yi breathed a sigh of relief after Ying Zheng agreed.

Sending Xu Qing to treat the soldiers was merely a pretext for him to get rid of them. As long as Xu Qing and Ying Zheng were separated, he could continue his previous plan to assassinate Ying Zheng.

"Your Majesty is wise. It is a blessing for the Qin army and the Qin state to have such a wise ruler as Your Majesty," Wang Yi said, seizing the opportunity.

"It's getting late now, and we can see a doctor tomorrow. I'll trouble you to arrange the camp."

Ying Zheng remained calm, his emotions unwavering, and spoke in a flat tone.

"Yes, Your Majesty, please follow me."

Wang Yi led Ying Zheng, Xu Qing, and the other two out of the tent. When he saw Jing Ni, Yan Ling Ji, and Wu Shuang Gui Hou left outside, Wang Yi was also surprised.

Although Jing Ni didn't recognize him, she recognized the sword in his hand and the Net symbol on his mask.

As the commander-in-chief of the Qin army who was intimidating the Han state, he naturally knew the cause and effect of the assassination of the Qin envoy. He had seen the portraits of Tianze and others, and naturally recognized Yan Lingji and Wushuang Gui.

Although he was surprised by the presence of the three, Wang Yi did not show it. Instead, he led the group to a more secluded campsite to rest.

After making the arrangements, Wang Yi left under the pretext of protecting Ying Zheng's identity, but the entire camp was surrounded by Wang Yi's personal guards.

Dozens of guards stood watch at the exits of the various military tents and camps.

Ying Zheng looked at the guards outside the tent, his expression slightly gloomy, and said coldly.
"Is it ostensibly protection, but actually surveillance? What exactly does this old general want?"

Just moments ago, Wang Yi told him to keep a low profile to avoid being discovered by the army's spies, but then he immediately arranged for all his personal guards to be near him. Was he afraid that others wouldn't know that there was an important person in this camp?
Moreover, whether these guards are protecting him or monitoring him is probably entirely up to Wang Yi's word.

"It appears to be protection, but it's actually imprisonment. They want to keep the king's whereabouts under wraps. As for whether this old general is doing it for the king's safety or for someone else's purposes, only he himself knows."

Xu Qing looked at the guards outside and said in a deep voice.

"Perhaps you are right, sir. It seems we should prepare for the worst." Ying Zheng looked at Xu Qing and said with a heavy expression.

Even though Ying Zheng trusted Wang Yi completely, his doubts began to grow due to Wang Yi's actions.

If you really want to protect his safety, why go to such lengths?

The meaning is clear: first kill the scout team that knows their identities and whereabouts, then send personal guards to monitor them, and finally arrange for them to be placed in a nearly abandoned camp.

"I simply don't understand why this old general would do these things. He has clearly rendered countless meritorious services to the Qin state, so why would he do this?"

Ying Zheng clenched his fists, trying his best to maintain his expression, but the doubt and grief in his eyes were hard to hide.

Wang Yi served under three generations of Qin kings and made great contributions to Qin's conquests in the north and south. However, this highly praised veteran general had a different idea about him.

This made Ying Zheng doubt himself. Why was Wang Yi alright when his grandfather and father were alive, but he suddenly had the idea of ​​killing the king?

Who exactly harbored rebellious thoughts in Wang Yi's heart, or was it because of him?
"Your Majesty need not think too much. The reason is not important. People always have various reasons to explain their behavior. What is important is what Wang Yi will do."

Xu Qing looked at Ying Zheng, who was doubting himself again, and offered some words of advice.

Ying Zheng is indeed very sensitive now, no wonder he will become a cold and ruthless monarch later. No one can withstand the repeated betrayals of trust and loved ones.

It was thanks to Ying Zheng's strong will that he not only survived but also suppressed everything.

"Brother Xu is right. No one stays the same forever. Once a person has ambition, he will always find a reason for himself."

"However, Your Majesty need not worry too much. This is a military camp. Even if the place is remote, any movement will surely be noticed."

Gai Nie's gaze sharpened slightly, and he spoke in a deep voice.

"Where this place is not important. The key is what Wang Yi will do. If he has no ill intentions, then it's fine. But if he does, it could be an opportunity for us."

Xu Qing paused, then continued...
"If he really wants to take action, these guards alone won't cause any major harm."

Ying Zheng's eyes flickered slightly upon hearing this. He naturally understood the meaning behind Xu Qing's words: once Wang Yi made a move, he would have a suitable reason to kill him and smoothly take over the Pingyang Heavy Armored Army.

Gai Nie nodded slightly at Xu Qing. There were at most fifty guards outside. Even without Xu Qing, Jing Ni, Yan Ling Ji, and Wu Shuang Gui, he could handle these people by himself.

Moreover, he has so many helpers. If these fifty guards were to make a move, they probably wouldn't be enough to kill all five of them.

"Sir is right. Perhaps the situation is not so bad for us. At least Wang Yi has misjudged our strength."

Ying Zheng suppressed his doubts and anger. If Wang Yi really intended to harm him, no matter how grief-stricken and confused he was, the other party would not give up.

It's better to calm down and prepare a response.

"Will you still be going to see the soldiers tomorrow, sir?" Ying Zheng asked Xu Qing.

“Wang Yi asked me to treat the soldiers’ illnesses, probably to sow discord among us. By going along with his ideas, I can lower his guard, and I can take the opportunity to find out what’s going on in the camp,” Xu Qing said.

"Hmm." Ying Zheng nodded slightly and did not ask any more questions. He had seen Xu Qing's martial prowess before. Even if he was no match for hundreds or thousands of Qin soldiers, he could still leave without any problem.

After discussing future plans with Ying Zheng, Xu Qing left the tent and returned to his own tent with Yan Lingji.

Yan Lingji was lying on the bed, her fiery red dress slipping down to the floor, her long, shapely legs crossed and raised, her chin resting on her hand, and her other hand twirling a fiery red hairpin. A charming smile graced her pretty face, and her icy blue eyes gazed at Xu Qing with a smile.

A low-cut, fiery red strapless top lay on the bed, revealing a glimpse of soft, white skin. The deep abyss seemed to possess a special magic, making it impossible to look away.

Her fair skin glowed with a captivating luster in the candlelight.

The reclining posture of the imperial concubine perfectly showcases Yan Lingji's graceful figure, adding a touch of dashing charm to her already beautiful and lively appearance.

"Have you finished discussing your business?" Yan Lingji asked softly.

Xu Qing walked to the bedside and sat down, leaning against Yan Lingji's soft, flat stomach. He rubbed his forehead with one hand and quietly reached for Yan Lingji's round thigh with the other.

"We've finished talking. Wang Yi probably has ulterior motives. He placed us in a remote camp, probably for..." Xu Qing said softly.

Yan Lingji gave Xu Qing a charmingly disdainful look, grabbed his restless hand, sat up slightly, rested her head on Xu Qing's shoulder, and whispered in his ear...
"Should we strike first?"

Her rosy lips exhaled a delicate fragrance, and her warm breath lingered on Xu Qing's cheeks. Her pink tongue gently touched her earlobe.

The plump, soft balls pressed against Xu Qing's body, rising and falling gently with Yan Lingji's breath.

"Stop fooling around. This is a military camp, and you're not an assassin working for Tianze anymore. If you kill Wang Yi without a reason, you won't be able to win over this army; instead, you'll lose their support. We have to wait for them to make their move."

The itching on his neck made Xu Qing shrug his shoulders a couple of times. He then grasped Yan Lingji's small hand that was holding him and said...

"Okay, you've worked hard these past few days, how about we treat you?"

Yan Lingji's alluring voice rang in Xu Qing's ears, his eyes narrowed slightly, and a blush rose on his pretty face.

However, before Xu Qing could reply, Yan Lingji's small hand, which was being held, ripped open his belt.

"Now? Can your body handle it?" Xu Qing turned to look at Yan Lingji, his eyes full of smiles.

There is a saying in Baiyue: "There are only people who die from exhaustion, not forests that are completely destroyed."

Yan Lingji looked at Xu Qing, who was almost pressed against her, and said with a light laugh, then licked her lips slightly.

"The forest will not be destroyed because there are not enough people and the power is too small."

Before Xu Qing could finish speaking, Yan Lingji covered his mouth, leaving only muffled sounds.

Yan Lingji released Xu Qing, held his head in her arms, and said with a smile.

"A grown man doesn't talk so much nonsense~ I don't like men who only talk the talk but don't walk the walk~"

After saying that, he pressed Xu Qing down on the bed, and with his hands supporting him like a boneless beautiful snake, he leaped up from behind Xu Qing to in front of him.

The boots with flame patterns landed on the ground, and Yan Lingji's fair little feet stepped on Xu Qing's calves. With a slight flick of her fingers, the candlelight in the tent was extinguished.

"Come on, let me see just how strong you really are!"

Yan Lingji's pretty face flushed, her eyes blinked slightly, her long eyelashes trembled, and a ripple seemed to appear in her eyes as she gazed at Xu Qing and spoke.

The slight noise startled Jingni from her dozing in the next tent.

Jing Ni gripped the Jing Ni Sword in one hand, her sharp eyes scanning her surroundings. But after carefully observing the movements around her, her usually cold and pretty face instantly flushed red, and she unconsciously tightened her grip on the Jing Ni Sword.

"Oh my, that scoundrel Xu Qing is really bold, daring to do something like this at a time like this."

Luo Jing's teasing voice rang out, but her words carried a strong sense of loss and regret, as if she were saying why it wasn't her.

Jing Ni took two deep breaths to calm herself down, glanced at Xu Qing and Yan Ling Ji's military tent, and then lay back down on the bed.

"Hey, aren't you angry? This jerk is having a wild time with another woman next door, leaving you all alone in bed. You were here first, how come she beat you to it?" Luo Jing continued.

"This is a military camp."

After saying something softly, Jing Ni closed her eyes and continued to rest. Anyone who wasn't blind could see the abnormality in Wang Yi's behavior.

Barring any unforeseen circumstances, there will definitely be a fierce battle tomorrow, and she must conserve her energy.

Luo Jing was also stunned. Looking at Jing Ni, who was no longer affected, her beautiful eyes were full of doubt, but then she chuckled and disappeared.

(End of this chapter)