Are you crazy? Trying to trick him into military service? He's the number one dragon on the fro

"Qingqing has a reserved nature, and seems to always feel sorry for me."

Liu Xianya's expression turned rather somber as she spoke:

"But how could she know that I didn't blame her, and was actually overjoyed by her arrival?"

"Husband, if you have time, write a few letters to Qingqing and tell her that we are still good sisters. Don't let what happened in Bai County cause a rift between us."

"I will."

Lu Xiao nodded, agreeing wholeheartedly.

In fact, if it weren't for Fan Changrui's help, the two of them would probably have gotten together anyway; it was just a matter of time.

Moreover, since he already had a real relationship with Wang Qingqing, he couldn't just leave her alone.

This applies both publicly and privately.

Liu Xianya breathed a sigh of relief when she saw him agree, and then said:

"Now that Chang Rui has returned with you, I suppose she will accompany you south in the future to help you manage affairs, right?"

"When I corresponded with her, she not only explained the details of all her properties, such as shops and land, but also told me about her income and savings in detail."

"My husband, you mustn't neglect such a wonderful woman as Chang Rui."

This was the first time Lu Xiao had heard about this, and while he was filled with emotion, he was also very happy about the relationship between the two women.

Only when his home is harmonious can he focus on his campaigns on the front lines without being troubled by personal matters.

Coming to his senses, he smiled and nodded:

"Chang Rui is very talented in managing accounts. When we were in Bai County, we even had to ask her to carefully sort out the camp's income and expenditure, and she discovered a lot of omissions in the process."

"So this time I really do plan to take Chang Rui with me on our trip south."

"However, you still need to be careful not to let Chang Rui overwork herself."

Liu Xianya gave a few instructions:

"She spends a lot of time with you, so whether she's pregnant or not, you should pay attention to her. Otherwise, you might find out she's pregnant and cause trouble for Changrui."

"My lord, I am in the capital. Apart from helping you manage this vast manor, there is really not much else I can do."

"I chatted with my younger sister Chang Rui for a few minutes today. Although we seemed to get along well, I know she is quite worried inside."

"If you have time, try to persuade her. She doesn't need to treat me like this. We're going to work together to continue the Lu family line!"

She placed great importance on having many children, to the point that she specifically instructed her on this matter.

It would be such a pity if Fan Changrui became pregnant before her and the two of them were unaware of it, leaving them with regrets.

Hearing this, Lu Xiao was deeply moved and quickly hugged Liu Xianya tightly, solemnly agreeing:

"I am truly blessed to have married you in this lifetime!"

On his way back, he was a little worried that the women wouldn't get along, but now it seems that all his worries were unnecessary.

Liu Xianya simply smiled indifferently at this:

"My lord, you flatter me. I was merely doing my duty; I do not deserve such praise!"

Their eyes met, and a deep affection welled up between them, soon becoming uncontrollable.

……

Over the next two days, Lu Xiao rested at home, spent time with Liu Xianya, and waited for news about Fan Changxin's arrangements for the Fan family's businesses in the capital and the four playboys.

On the third day, seeing that everyone was ready, he got up early and went to the palace to meet the emperor.

"Minister Lu, I know your abilities, so I have no words of advice for you as we part today. I only hope that you will take good care of your safety while you are fighting for the country."

"Yun County is not like Yuyang, and this is your first time going there, so please don't let the local environment cause any problems."

"Thank you for your kindness, Your Majesty!"

Lu Xiao nodded, indicating that he would definitely pay attention to these things.

After chatting for a while, Lu Xiao visited Zhou Kang again, but didn't say much. After saying goodbye, he went straight to the temporary camp on the outskirts of the capital.

When he returned to the capital this time, his three thousand loyal soldiers were stationed outside the city. He only brought a few close men, such as Fang Dahu and Chen Ye, into the city so that he could keep track of the soldiers' situation at any time.

When they arrived at the temporary camp, Fang Dahu and Chen Ye, who had come a day earlier to prepare the troops, were already fully ready. They clasped their hands in greeting to him:

"My lord, the entire army is ready and can depart at any time!"

"Let's set off then!"

Lu Xiao looked at the soldiers who were in good condition and nodded slightly.

Just as he turned around, Zhou Qi, Qian Haiyun, Zhao Qing, and Wang Xingrong rode up on horseback.

He looked at the four people with considerable surprise:

"I thought you wouldn't be coming south with me this time."

"Brother, what are you saying?"

Zhou Qi chuckled and glanced at the other three:

"We have made our decision. Wherever the Marquis goes, we will go. It may be dangerous at times, but it's better than just loafing around and waiting to die in the capital!"

"That's right!"

Upon hearing this, Zhao Qing nodded emphatically:

"Moreover, compared to Yuyang County, Yun County has a more suitable environment. Perhaps we brothers can achieve something great and surprise the纨绔 (playboys) of the capital!"

Upon hearing this, Lu Xiao laughed a few times:

"Since you brothers all have such lofty ambitions, I will not stop you any further."

"Brothers, the journey to Yun County is fraught with danger. After all, we are not fighting against Hu people, but Chu people who look similar to us. If we do not look closely, we may not be able to tell their identities at first glance."

"Therefore, once you arrive in Yun County, you all need to keep your eyes open and, with the help of those you know well, gradually figure out the situation."

He spoke with an exceptionally serious expression:

"After all, your identities carry considerable weight with the State of Chu!"

The four playboys nodded in agreement, indicating that they would carefully examine the people around them and would never give the Chu people an opportunity to deceive them.

Then, Lu Xiao solemnly said:

"This trip south will give you all the opportunity to personally take part in the battle."

"So let me make this clear first: this time I'm not just threatening you, my life is truly in danger!"

"To be on the safe side, I will not reveal your true identities to anyone else, including your comrades in the Ze Meng camp. Therefore, you brothers will live the same lives as other ordinary soldiers..."

"Brother, we all know the truth."

Before he could finish speaking, Zhou Qi directly stated his position:

"Please rest assured, my dear brother. We four are on our own in this journey south, and we have already left a letter home before we left. If anything unexpected happens, it will not be your fault!"

"What if we are killed in battle?"

Upon hearing this, Zhou Qi burst into laughter, a surge of heroic ambition welling up within him:

"A true man should strive to achieve something great while he is alive!"

"If we are to die on the battlefield, then so be it; it is our destiny!"

The other three followed suit, saying loudly:

"We are not afraid!"