I worked myself to the bone to become a saint, and survived on a deserted island with a stunning pri

Taking advantage of the favorable terrain, Chu Nan simply built a city around himself.

They should be renamed Qinglong City.

Even more people came seeking refuge here, many of them starving. Hearing that there was a way to make a living, they all rushed over. Even some merchants smelled the opportunity and came to do business here. Soon, the once desolate place became a bustling market.

Just as Chu Nan was developing at full speed.

A piece of news reached the Azure Dragon Army like a bolt from the blue.

"Report to the chief, the emperor says you've rebelled and has arrested the entire Chu family."

Chu Nan said nonchalantly, "Let them arrest me, it's no big deal."

Chu Nan had survived a shipwreck at sea and had no particular feelings for the Chu family.

Moreover, since the original owner was looked down upon by no one in the Chu family and was often bullied, Chu Nan was even less likely to have any goodwill towards the Chu family.

The scout, sweating profusely, reported: "General Ling Zhennan has also rebelled. He's been taken into custody by the emperor, and his entire clan has been arrested. They say he'll be executed this autumn..."

Upon hearing this news, Ling Hanxue immediately fainted.

Only after she regained consciousness did Ling Hanxue burst into tears, completely at a loss.

"No, Father Emperor, how could you be so foolish!"

Ji Menghan clenched her fists tightly.

Ling Zhennan was a highly decorated general who guarded the border and had always been loyal to Ji Che without any disloyalty.

Even though Ling Zhennan kept his family in the capital, right under the emperor's nose, there was absolutely no possibility or thought of rebellion.

"No, no, Father wouldn't do that." Ji Menghan shook her head vigorously, tears streaming down her face.

"Something must have happened in the capital!"

Chu Nan paced back and forth, making a judgment on the situation in the capital based on the information he currently had.

"Hanhan, how many older brothers do you have?" Chu Nan asked.

One can discern the refined meaning from the sound of the strings.

Upon hearing Chu Nan's question, Ji Menghan frowned slightly: "My father has five sons and four daughters under his command."

"My elder brother, Ji Tian, ​​was made crown prince a few years ago."

"Is it possible that other princes are plotting a rebellion?" Chu Nan asked, stroking his chin.

Ji Menghan shook her head slightly: "I don't know either. I used to spend more time with Father, while my other brothers rarely saw him because they were all busy with their own things."

"It seems the situation in the capital is unclear; we need to investigate further!"

"What about Ling Zhennan?" Chu Nan asked the person who had gathered the information.

The informant quickly replied, "Reporting to the Boss, Ling Zhennan is currently still in the Southern Frontier. His military command has been revoked, and he appears to be being escorted to the capital."

"Chu Nan, please save my father!" Ling Hanxue looked at Chu Nan with red eyes.

Chu Nan nodded: "You don't need to tell me, I will go to save them."

Having decided to rescue Ling Zhennan, Chu Nan immediately assembled his elite troops!

After a year, Chu Nan's bandits have undergone a significant transformation compared to their previous state.

Whether it's weaponry, physical fitness, or combat power, they are far superior to conventional armies.

Equipped with new weapons, Chu Nan was even confident that he could rival the 2 Imperial Guards of the Great Zhou Dynasty.

Because this mission was to rescue people, Chu Nan only mobilized 800 people.

These 800 men are the most elite personnel in the Azure Dragon Army.

Both their combat effectiveness and loyalty are guaranteed.

Ling Hanxue originally wanted to go, but Chu Nan persuaded her to stay.

The Azure Dragon Army cannot be left unattended. Although Ji Menghan has prestige, she is ultimately ignorant of military affairs. Ling Hanxue is the most knowledgeable in military matters, and having her stay here with Ji Menghan to oversee the situation would be a perfect complement and synergy.

After making the decision, Chu Nan led 800 men to the southern border that very night, on their way to the capital.

……

The official road in southern Xinjiang.

There was one person sitting in each of the dozen or so prison vans lined up in a row.

In the lead prison van sat a burly middle-aged man. He exuded a heavy aura of menace, and his eyes held a deep sense of weariness. His once imposing physique now appeared somewhat somber.

"Ling Zhennan, you've finally met your match!"

Among the escorts, a middle-aged man who looked like a civil official glared fiercely at Ling Zhennan.

Ling Zhennan ignored him completely. He just sat in the prison cart, lost in thought.

"Ling Zhennan, don't think you can escape by not saying anything. This time, your whole family will die!" The middle-aged civil official laughed loudly.

Ling Zhennan clenched his fists, his eyes fixed on the middle-aged civil official.

"I'll haunt you even as a ghost!"

Hearing Ling Zhennan's words, the middle-aged civil official sneered, "You're already a dead dog, and you still dare to threaten me? Let me tell you, once I catch your daughter, I'll personally train her and sell her to the lowest brothel, so that your Ling family ancestors can all benefit from her glory!"

"You beast!!!" Ling Zhennan was furious, his hair standing on end, his eyes bloodshot, wishing he could devour the middle-aged civil official alive.

Seeing Ling Zhennan's angry expression, the middle-aged civil official revealed a smug look on his face.

"Ling Zhennan, just enjoy your last moments!"

"I promise I'll keep my word. I'll sell your daughter to the lowest brothel to serve customers, and make you, Ling Zhennan, lose face!"

"what……"

Ling Zhennan gripped the pillars of the prison cart tightly with both hands, sobbing uncontrollably.

"Xue'er... I'm so sorry..."

The middle-aged civil official looked smug.

Years ago, he was nearly beaten black and blue by Ling Zhennan for embezzling military pay and was sent to do hard labor.

Therefore, he harbored a grudge against Ling Zhennan. After years of hard work, he climbed back up and naturally had both old and new grievances to settle, so he wanted to take revenge on Ling Zhennan.

Just then, the middle-aged civil official suddenly paused, because he seemed to hear the sound of horses' hooves coming from ahead.

"It seems there's a large force. Who are they?" The middle-aged civil official was taken aback and quickly ordered his attendants to investigate.

After receiving the order, the attendant spurred his horse forward. Less than half an incense stick's time later, the attendant hurriedly returned, his face filled with fear.

"M-My lord! There are seven or eight hundred men ahead, charging this way like madmen. They seem to be wearing military uniforms, but not quite." The attendant gasped, his face filled with alarm.

The middle-aged civil official sneered, "Hmph, what's there to panic about? With me here, who dares to disrespect me? Everyone wait here, I want to see who's so arrogant!"

Upon hearing the middle-aged civil official's order, the thousand-strong escort team responsible for transporting Ling Zhennan and a dozen others halted in place and waited quietly.

A full incense stick's time passed before the 800-strong army finally arrived, looking travel-worn, and stopped in front of everyone.

"Who goes there? How dare you be so insolent before me! Come here and greet me at once!" the middle-aged civil official shouted, his arrogance and smugness undisguised.

Upon hearing this, a tall horse suddenly appeared from among the 800 men, with a handsome young man dressed in black riding on it.

"Are you the official in charge of escorting General Ling this time?" the young man asked in a cold voice.

The middle-aged civil official immediately sneered, "Who are you? How dare you be so insolent before me? Kneel down at once!"

"I'll kneel on your breasts!!!"

The young man snorted and suddenly pulled out a round iron object from his waist with a handle at the bottom.

"kill!"