His Highness the Madman gave in again today.

Mo Sangyu walked to the window and peeked out through a crack.

Sure enough, a troop of soldiers, about twenty men, stood solemnly at the entrance of the inn, each clad in gleaming armor.

The leader was a middle-aged general with a stern face and wary eyes.

"Are you leaving so soon?" Mo Sangyu asked.

Wen Zhixia nodded, her tone somewhat somber: "The general sent men up the mountain overnight, and they found the bodies of my twelve personal guards. They need to bring them back for burial as soon as possible, so..."

She looked at Mo Sangyu and Feng Xingyu and said solemnly, "I will remember this kindness. When I return to the army, I will inform the general and repay him if I have the opportunity in the future."

"Miss Wen, you flatter me," Mo Sangyu said, her mind racing.

Seeing that Wen Zhixia was about to leave with the army, if they couldn't take her away immediately, then going with her to kill Chu Tianxiong... would also work.

"Oh, right."

Mo Sangyu suddenly spoke, a relaxed smile on her face: "Speaking of which, my husband and I originally planned to travel to the Iron River Kingdom, but since we were unfamiliar with the place, we were worried about not having a guide..."

She looked at Wen Zhixia: "May we travel with you for a while?"

Upon hearing this, Wen Zhixia nodded without hesitation: "You two are my benefactors, of course."

She said sincerely, "When we arrive in the Iron River Kingdom, I will definitely show you the best of hospitality and take you around to see the sights. When the general learns that you two saved me, he will surely thank you personally."

"That's great."

That's how it was settled.

Mo Sangyu and Feng Xingyu quickly packed their belongings and then followed Wen Zhixia downstairs.

Outside the inn, the troop of soldiers was already fully prepared and ready to depart.

Upon seeing Wen Zhixia, the middle-aged general immediately stepped forward and bowed: "Miss Wen, may we depart now?"

His gaze swept over Mo Sangyu and Feng Xingyu, scrutinizing them.

Wen Zhixia introduced, "Deputy General Wang, these two are Miss Mo and Young Master Mo, my saviors, and they will be returning to camp with us this time."

Deputy General Wang frowned almost imperceptibly, but said nothing more, only clasping his hands in a fist and saying, "My two benefactors, please."

Mo Sangyu and Feng Xingyu mounted the prepared horses.

The group slowly set off, heading towards the Iron River Kingdom.

Mo Sangyu hadn't expected things to go so smoothly.

She only said she would accompany them for a while, but Wen Zhixia immediately suggested that they come back to camp with her.

If she didn't trust him completely, how could she have made such a hasty decision?

"Feng Xingyu, do you think we have a chance to turn Chu Tianxiong into a defector as well?"

"Why are you suddenly asking that?"

Feng Xingyu looked at her, asked the question, and then quickly realized, "So, you can't bear to use her anymore?"

Mo Sangyu nodded.

She is a bit bad.

However, she did not want to betray the trust of sincere people.

"We can give it a try," Feng Xingyu said. "If it really doesn't work, then it's not too late to kill him."

After traveling for a day, the group finally arrived at the border camp of the Iron River Kingdom at dusk.

The camp was built against the mountain, with banners fluttering and strict guards.

Mo Sangyu and Feng Xingyu were placed in a separate tent near the edge of the military camp.

Although it wasn't spacious, it was kept very clean.

Wen Zhixia quickly settled them in and then went to handle the funeral arrangements for the guards. She didn't return until it was completely dark, bringing Chu Tianxiong with her.

"Miss Mo, Young Master Mo."

Wen Zhixia led a middle-aged man into the tent: "This is General Chu of our Iron River Kingdom."

Chu Tianxiong looked to be nearly forty years old. He was tall and robust, with a resolute face and a shallow scar on his brow bone, which added to his fierce and valiant air.

He was dressed in a dark blue casual uniform, without armor, but his back was straight and his steps were steady, clearly indicating that he was a veteran of many battles.

He stepped forward, clasped his hands in a salute, and said in a loud voice, "I heard from Xia that if it weren't for the two of you risking your lives to save her, she would probably have met with misfortune."

"I am deeply grateful and need not express my thanks. Tonight, I have prepared a simple meal at a restaurant in the city. I would be honored if you two would do me the honor of attending and giving me the opportunity to express my gratitude in person."

His attitude was sincere, and his eyes were clear. When he looked at Mo Sangyu and Feng Xingyu, he sized them up, but he didn't seem to have much doubt.

That's probably how much he trusts Wen Zhixia.

She trusts Wen Zhixia, and therefore, she also trusts the people she trusts.

"Thank you, General. I will gladly accept your offer."

Mo Sangyu and Feng Xingyu returned the greeting.

That evening, in a private room at the city's largest restaurant.

The food and wine were plentiful, and Chu Tianxiong personally accompanied them, expressing his gratitude to Mo Sangyu and Feng Xingyu in his words.

Especially after Wen Zhixia recounted how Mo Sangyu had risked his life to save her at the edge of the cliff, she toasted him three times with wine.

"My two benefactors, please stay in the camp for a few more days so that I, Chu, can do my best to be a good host."

Chu Tianxiong said, "There will be a horse race in the city in a couple of days. It's the most exciting event in the border region. If you two are interested, you can go and have a look together."

"it is good."

Mo Sangyu and Feng Xingyu readily agreed.

I plan to learn more about it in a few days before making any arrangements.

The two stayed at the restaurant for the next few days.

Whenever Wen Zhixia had free time, she would come over and take them for a stroll around the city to experience the local customs and culture.

As they spent more time together, Mo Sangyu increasingly felt that Wen Zhixia was sincere and straightforward, and had almost no defenses against her and Feng Xingyu.

That day, it was originally planned that Wen Zhixia would go to the horse race with them that evening.

As a result, they waited for a long time at the restaurant, but instead of Wen Zhixia, they were greeted by a soldier.

"My two benefactors."

The soldier clasped his hands and said, "Miss Wen sent me to deliver a message that she probably won't be able to come today. The general... was just assassinated and was slightly injured. Miss is taking care of him and really can't spare the time."

Mo Sangyu and Feng Xingyu exchanged a glance.

"Is General Chu's injury serious?" Feng Xingyu asked.

"It's just a superficial wound, nothing serious," the soldier replied. "The young lady said she would like to ask for your forgiveness and apologize another day."

After the soldiers left, Mo Sangyu closed the door and went back to the table to sit down.

"We haven't even made a move yet," she frowned slightly, "How come there are others who want Chu Tianxiong dead?"

Feng Xingyu poured her a cup of tea: "It seems that things aren't peaceful inside the Iron River Kingdom either."

Mo Sangyu picked up her teacup and took a thoughtful sip.

If that's the case, then it's like someone offering you a pillow just when you're about to doze off.

"Let's find out who wants Chu Tianxiong dead."

"it is good."

The two went directly to the military camp.

The guards in the camp all recognized them. When the soldiers at the gate saw them, they immediately came to lead the way, taking the two to Chu Tianxiong's tent.

The tents were brightly lit and filled with a faint scent of wound medicine.

Chu Tianxiong sat shirtless on the edge of the couch, his left arm wrapped in thick bandages, with faint traces of blood seeping through.

A military doctor is packing his medical kit with his head down.

Wen Zhixia and Vice General Wang stood to the side, their expressions grim.

Deputy General Wang said in a deep voice, "General, the assassin's figure and moves just now looked somewhat familiar to me... it's as if I've seen him in the capital."

Upon hearing this, Wen Zhixia's expression became even more serious.

She didn't reply immediately, but remained silent for a moment before whispering, "General's prestige in the Iron River Kingdom is now too high. I'm afraid his achievements overshadow the ruler."

She didn't finish her sentence, but everyone in the tent understood.

Just then, the curtain was lifted, and Mo Sangyu and Feng Xingyu walked in.

"General Chu, Miss Wen."

Mo Sangyu spoke, her face filled with concern: "I heard from the soldiers that the general was assassinated, so I came to check on him. How are his injuries?"

Chu Tianxiong looked up and saw that it was them; his expression softened somewhat.

"Miss Mo, Young Master Mo has arrived. It's just a minor injury, nothing serious. We're grateful for your help."

He gestured for the military doctor to step back and then asked Wen Zhixia to offer them seats.

"Please excuse my poor appearance."

Chu Tianxiong gave a wry smile: "The border regions are never peaceful."

Mo Sangyu sat down on the stool, her gaze sweeping over the wound on his arm, and then looking at the expressions of the people inside the tent.

His achievements overshadowed those of his master.

Wen Zhixia suspects that tonight's assassin was sent by the emperor of the Iron River Kingdom.

That would be very interesting.

"Just now outside the tent, I think I heard Vice General Wang say that the assassin seemed to be from the capital?" Mo Sangyu asked casually.

Deputy General Wang glanced at Chu Tianxiong, and seeing that he didn't intend to stop him, he nodded and said, "I just feel like he looks familiar, but I'm not sure."

Wen Zhixia composed herself and said to Mo Sangyu and Feng Xingyu, "We are still investigating this matter. Sister Mo, I hope you and Brother Mo will not spread it to others for now, otherwise, we may face an even worse situation."

"Okay, don't worry."

Mo Sangyu and Feng Xingyu exchanged a glance and nodded in unison, indicating that they would absolutely not tell anyone.

"I'm so sorry, Sister Mo, the horse race tonight..."

"It's okay, we can go again another time."

After exchanging a few more casual words, the two got up to say goodbye.

Wen Zhixia escorted them outside the tent.

"Zhi Xia."

After spending so many days together, Mo Sangyu and Wen Zhixia have become quite familiar with each other, and the way they address each other has changed from Miss Wen and Miss Mo to Zhixia and Sister Mo.

"What's wrong, Sister Mo?"

"You just said that General Chu's achievements overshadow the emperor's. You probably already guessed who the assassin was tonight. As an outsider, I shouldn't say too much. However, if you need any help, please feel free to ask me."

Hearing Mo Sangyu's words, Wen Zhixia remained silent for a long time before hesitatingly speaking, "Actually, there's a question I've always wanted to ask Sister Mo."

"Go ahead and ask."

"It's about Sister Mo and Brother Mo's identities. From the first moment I saw you, I knew you weren't ordinary people, but I believe you're definitely not bad people. So, although I've always been curious, I've never asked. I wonder if it's alright..."

"This matter..."

Mo Sangyu looked at Feng Xingyu, who nodded slightly to her, meaning that it was entirely up to her to make the decision.

Let me reintroduce myself.

Mo Sangyu smiled, a smile that rarely showed sincerity: "My name is Mo Sangyu, and he is indeed my husband, surnamed Feng. You should be able to guess our identities."

as predicted.

Upon hearing Mo Sangyu's full name and the surname Feng, Wen Zhixia almost immediately guessed their identities.

"Sister Mo, you guys..."

She looked at Mo Sangyu, then at Feng Xingyu: "Brother Mo, oh no, Brother Feng, so he's not dead. No wonder he's always wearing a mask. Sister Mo, don't worry, I'll keep your identities a secret. No one else will know, not even the General."

"Zhixia, the reason I'm telling you our true identities is to show our utmost sincerity. What I want to tell you is..."