Can't a girl be a traitor like Cao Cao?

The sergeant had no idea who the woman in front of him was, or why his superiors were so determined to find her.

But he still knew that he was incredibly lucky to have found this woman before everyone else!

He immediately pointed at Chi Junlin and said, "You stay here! Don't leave!"

He then hurriedly sent a scout back to the commander's camp to report the news.

They seemed afraid that the reward they were about to receive would slip away.

Chi Junlin saw that the squad leader had ordered his soldiers to keep a close watch on him, as if he was afraid that he would escape.

I found it slightly amusing.

However, at this point, he was too lazy to bother with this ignorant garrison soldier.

He simply turned his head, gently stroked Beidou's little head, and chatted with her about the interesting things that happened on the way.

Seeing that the woman had calmed down, the sergeant felt a little relieved and seemed to begin to imagine the scene of being rewarded by his superiors later.

As for the surrounding residents, they were not in a hurry to leave at this point.

He then adopted a curious, spectator-like expression and circled the perimeter.

A little while later, a messenger came galloping up on horseback.

Upon seeing the woman standing there and the several garrison soldiers surrounding her, he loudly asked from his horse, "The higher-ups have ordered us to ask what the woman's surname is?"

Upon hearing this, the sergeant immediately looked at Chi Junlin.

Chi Junlin was too lazy to say more, and only replied with one word, "Chi".

The corporal then hurriedly told the messenger, "She said her surname is Chi."

The messenger nodded, and without saying a word, pulled on the reins and turned to leave.

This time, it didn't take long before a cloud of dust billowed up on the official road.

A hundred riders, exuding fierce power, galloped towards the pass.

The crowd of civilians and the few soldiers present were all terrified.

He couldn't help but turn to look at the woman.

Then I thought, wow, what is this woman's identity? How could she cause such a commotion in the army? Why would a hundred cavalrymen be sent to arrest her!

He's probably some highly skilled martial arts master and wanted criminal by the imperial court!

As soon as the cavalrymen landed, the squad leader saw that the commander of his garrison's cavalry had arrived not far in front of him.

He was overjoyed, feeling that he had done a great service.

He quickly stepped forward, cupped his hands, and said, "Commander-in-Chief!"

Little did he know that the commander-in-chief didn't even glance at him, but instead cleared the area in front of him for the group behind him.

Then a person swiftly glided to the woman from before, raised his hand and bowed.

"This humble general greets the Commander-in-Chief! I am late in escorting Your Majesty, please forgive me!"

The sergeant was stunned for a moment before realizing that the person kneeling in front of him was actually his superior, Jiang Mao, the military governor of the Southern Kingdom who was about to be promoted to Minister of War!

As Jiang Mao knelt down, all the officers around him also knelt down.

Together with Jiang Mao, they addressed Chi Junlin in unison, "We beg the Commander-in-Chief's forgiveness!"

At this moment, the corporal was stunned by the scene before him.

All the officers of his own garrison, and even the military governor himself, knelt before the woman.

What is the identity of this woman?

His mind went blank, and he forgot to react for a moment.

He didn't realize what was happening until the cavalry commander, who was kneeling on the ground, glared at him fiercely.

With a thud, he knelt on the ground and kowtowed repeatedly to Chi Junlin, saying, "I deserve to die! I deserve to die! I was blind and didn't recognize your greatness, sir! I beg your forgiveness!"

The corporal was now terrified. Recalling how he had spoken rudely to her earlier, he felt like he was courting death.

However, Chi Junlin magnanimously waved his hand and said, "Never mind."

He frowned and said, "Go apologize to the bride. It's really bad luck to run into a fool like you on her wedding day."

"Thank you, sir! Thank you, sir!"

Having said that, the sergeant, with a bitter face, kowtowed towards the direction of the bridal sedan chair, saying, "I...I have offended your family's wedding, I really shouldn't have...I hope..."

"Forget it, forget it..."

The matchmaker then smoothed things over, saying, "On such a joyous day, let's not talk about this. Let's celebrate together, that's what we call auspicious..."

When the onlookers saw this scene, they felt that their trip had been worthwhile.

He clapped repeatedly and shouted "Bravo!"

The bride then poked her head out of the sedan chair and hurriedly nodded her thanks in the direction of Chi Junlin.

Chi Junlin waved his hand, indicating that there was no need for formalities.

Then he went to Jiang Mao's side and said, "Let's go."

Jiang Mao immediately led his soldiers to their feet and respectfully led the way, guiding Chi Junlin toward the camp.

Upon witnessing this scene, the crowd exclaimed in amazement, "Wow... such a grand display! I wonder who that girl is..."

With so many generals kneeling before her, isn't she just like an emperor?

"You don't understand. The emperor can only stay in the capital. He has to read memorials every day and can't have a moment's rest."

"The fact that this girl can come all the way to our southern lands and travel everywhere means she's more powerful than the emperor!"

"Huh? Higher than the emperor? What kind of official would that be?"

"I reckon it must be a top-grade immortal item..."

"Huh? That must be a living god!"

"That's right—"

-

Passing through this pass might just be a minor incident for Red King's Landing.

But what remains in the local area is probably just a topic of conversation that has been passed down for over a hundred years.

However, Chi Junlin did not care about such a trivial matter at this moment.

What she cared about more was someone else she hadn't seen in a long time.

Meanwhile, on the other side, not far from the Southern Garrison, near a river.

Tong Yan looked at the flowing river with a slightly melancholy expression, feeling secretly sad.

More than half a month has passed since Chi Junlin disappeared, but no news about her has been found yet.

Although she had not given up searching for Chi Junlin, the fact that she had not been able to find any trace of her for so long made her, even with her unwavering resolve, begin to wonder if something had really happened to Chi Junlin.

Even Wenren Tianxia has disappeared without a trace, it seems he has given up the search and chosen to leave.

How long can she maintain her youthful appearance here?

Although her thoughts were different from Jiang Mao's.

Jiang Mao was worried that without Chi Junlin, the Zhenbei Army faction would likely decline, and his own progress would be greatly affected.

But Tong Yan was genuinely worried about the safety of Chi Junlin.

Looking back, although she was coerced by Chi Junlin and threatened with the Sword Harmony Sect to force him into dual cultivation...

But after so much time, I've long forgotten those unpleasant moments.

After completely surrendering himself to Chi Junlin, Tong Yan now regards her as the most important love in his life...

If Chi Junlin really gets into trouble, can she accept losing the one she loves again?

I'm afraid... they probably can't handle it, right?

Tong Yan sighed inwardly, feeling for a moment that life was utterly meaningless.

If Chi Junlin is not here, who will accompany me to see these countless mountains and rivers?

"Master..."

The faint call of Chi Junlin reached Tong Yan's ears, causing him to shake his head slightly.

It's true what they say: what you think about during the day, you also have thoughts about.

Has she been so long since she saw Chi Junlin that she's starting to hallucinate?

"Yan'er?"

The closer the figure got, the more heartbroken and distressed Tong Yan became.

She couldn't help but murmur, "I pray to Heaven... let me see my disciple one more time... I'm willing to give anything just to see her again..."

"What does Master want to give in return? Did he get my permission?"

Just then, Tong Yan suddenly sensed someone approaching from behind.

She was stunned for a moment, not yet able to react.

Then I felt myself being embraced in a familiar arms.

She was startled and turned to look.

But then he saw Chi Junlin looking at him with a gentle smile and deep affection.

"you……"

Tong Yan was somewhat at a loss and couldn't help but look Chi Junlin up and down.

"Disciple, are you a human... or a ghost?"

She stared blankly at Chi Junlin's face and asked, "How come you appeared beside me the moment I thought of you?"

Chi Junlin was both touched and amused, and couldn't help but chuckle, "Look at you, you look like you've lost your soul. Aren't you thinking about me all the time?"

"I……"

Just as Tong Yan was about to speak, Chi Junlin raised his hand to signal her not to say anything more.

Then he slowly lowered his head and kissed her.

It seems that all words were contained in this passionate kiss...

"Senior Sister... wuwuwu..."

Outside the camp, Liuli's voice was mournful.

She held Chi Junlin tightly, nestled in her arms and refusing to let go.

Tears streamed down her face, as if she were afraid that Chi Junlin would disappear again in the next second.

He looked so pitiful, just like a child who couldn't find his mother.

Tong Yan stood to the side, shaking his head with a helpless expression.

However, at this moment, I also feel somewhat fortunate.

Fortunately, Chi Junlin finally appeared today, and Liuli also came back to her senses from her initial absent-minded state.

Otherwise, if this continues for a few more days, not only will Liuli be affected, but even her own mentality will likely be affected.

Looking back on the past few days, it really feels like a dream.

The battle atop the snow-capped peak of Yindu, and the dramatic changes that followed—

According to Chi Junlin, she and Lan Gexing fell off a cliff into the Chu River, and the battle in the river was extremely dangerous.

They almost perished together in the river.

Fortunately, fishermen from Taoyuan Township rescued them, and the two were able to return home.

Although Lan Gexing is still missing, at least Chi Junlin returned in time.

This also gave those around Chi Junlin a feeling that they had regained their backbone.

Seeing that Liuli had a lot of snot and tears, she wiped them all on Chi Junlin's clothes.