Do Not Offend the Reborn Wicked Wife

Chapter 839: Chapter 839: I’ll Go Myself!

On the vast forest path, a carriage sped along, flanked by three fast horses ridden by Zhe Feng, Broken Jade, and Xuan Xu.

Inside the carriage, Long Yue leaned on Li Qingmu’s shoulder for a nap, while Li Qingmu pondered how to handle the affairs of the Southern Territory. In front was the coachman.

This coachman was no ordinary person but a spy from the Yulong Pavilion, protecting Li Qingmu while also relaying some information back to Shengjing.

"Clop, clop..."

The wheels of the carriage pressed on the muddy path, leaving tracks of varying depths.

The geographical location of the Southern Territory extended continuously southward, being extremely remote.

The journey there would take considerable time.

At that moment, Long Yue awoke. She blinked her sleepy eyes, then clung to the man’s arm as she lay down again for a while.

Seeing his little wife’s lazy and dreamy demeanor, Li Qingmu’s eyes were full of tender affection.

Suddenly, Long Yue sat up and looked out the window.

"What’s the matter?" he asked.

"Nothing, just suddenly remembered that going this way leads toward Xinan," she said, a hint of yearning in her eyes. Her grandfather Cao Yin was guarding the border in Xinan; should she make a detour to see them?

Moreover, Long Yue thought that Cao Yin was not too far from the Southern Territory. Logically, he should have sent troops by now.

Or perhaps her grandfather had already set out?

Seemingly perceiving Long Yue’s doubts, Li Qingmu gently said, "Don’t worry, Grandfather takes orders from Father. Although Xinan is close to the Southern Territory, I believe Father has already informed him of the latest developments."

Long Yue was surprised: "You mean Grandfather won’t send troops to intervene in the Southern Territory’s affairs?"

"Correct! Each border of Dazhou is guarded by a general from the region. Each general has their own territory, just like Grandfather’s is Xinan, their goal being to prevent Xiliang’s invasions and interference. The Southern Territory has its Southern Territory Commander, and if there’s unrest to be quelled, it should be handled by the Southern Territory Commander. If Grandfather sends troops, it would be overstepping boundaries."

Long Yue was momentarily stunned; she truly couldn’t compare to Li Qingmu in matters of state. He seemed to understand everything so clearly.

Saying this, Li Qingmu glanced toward Xinan, "Yue’er, after we deal with the Southern Territory, shall we go back to see Grandfather?"

Long Yue was delighted, nodding softly, "Alright."

Her husband was right; no matter how much she missed him, they should wait until these matters were resolved before going back. But how long would it take to handle the situation in the Southern Territory?

"Move, move, move!"

Suddenly, there was the sound of rapid hooves from ahead, and a team of riders appeared in the distance, hurrying towards them.

"Your Highness, it’s a messenger!"

Xuan Xu glanced at the speeding riders and turned to ask Li Qingmu, "Your Highness, should we stop them to inquire about the situation?"

Li Qingmu answered without hesitation, "Yes!"

They were clueless about the current situation in the Southern Territory, so they needed to find someone to ask.

"Stop!"

Xuan Xu urged his horse forward, producing a Token from his bosom, and stood in front of the approaching messengers.

The team of messengers, upon seeing the Token in Xuan Xu’s hand, were momentarily taken aback, then quickly tightened their reins to stop.

"By order of His Highness, inquire about the situation in Nan Jing!"

The lead messenger, who was quick-witted, dismounted and saluted Xuan Xu before asking, "May I ask which Highness?"

This was prudent, as they worried about the person’s identity or the authenticity of the Token.

Xuan Xu, in a cold voice, said, "The Regent King Prince Mu!"

"The Regent King Prince Mu?"

Upon hearing this, the messenger looked alarmed and anxious, possibly struggling with something.

"Let him come forward and speak,"

Li Qingmu’s calm voice came from the carriage.

"Come, the Prince wants to ask questions!"

Though Xuan Xu usually treated people indifferently, his attitude was good toward Li Qingmu. As for Qi Yun, who was his superior, he need not mention more. free𝑤ebnovel.com

The messenger, feeling intimidated by Xuan Xu’s imposing presence and the Token, hesitated and came forward cautiously, "Please ask, Your Highness."

"How is the situation in the Southern Territory?"

"Returning to Your Highness, the Southern Territory rebellion among the barbarians is critical, the number of rebels increasing. Previously there were just fifty thousand, but now there are already one hundred twenty thousand! And the number keeps growing!"

Indeed, incredible, they earlier claimed only one hundred thousand; yet within a few days, it increased by twenty thousand.

"The Southern Territory Commander has already led troops to suppress the rebellion, but the battle is in a deadlock. I’m preparing to request reinforcements from Xinan."

In Xinan, he would naturally seek out Cao Yin.

Li Qingmu asked further, "Requesting reinforcements now? With the court’s approval?"

Seeking reinforcements privately is a major taboo, and Cao Yin also wouldn’t permit it.

The soldier wore a pained expression, "The court approved it, but... we previously sought out General Cao Yin; he did not agree. He said the affairs of the Southern Territory should be resolved by the Southern Territory itself. He cannot spare soldiers from Xinan, as if Xiliang seizes the opportunity to invade, the situation would worsen."

Li Qingmu nodded, "General Cao is right! The threat from Xiliang is no less than the barbarians in the South, perhaps even greater. If he leaves, and Xiliang takes advantage, it will not only strain both sides."

The messenger nodded, "What Your Highness said is true. The Southern Territory Commander also mentioned that, but the turmoil over there is intense. The Cao Family Army is renowned for its elite forces; with their help, there’s hope. So I dared to try borrowing soldiers again."

Li Qingmu pondered briefly and said, "In fact, the root of the Southern Territory’s unrest lies in me. If I go there, it will work."

"Ah?"

The messenger seemed shocked by Li Qingmu’s words, staring at him blankly.

Although he was looking only at the carriage curtains, raising his head like this was impolite. But Li Qingmu didn’t mind, calmly saying, "If you’re heading to Shengjing, go there. As for Xinan, it’s unnecessary; General Cao will not dispatch troops!"

"This..." The messenger thought for a moment and said, "Thank you for the advice, Your Highness!"

"Hmm!" Li Qingmu replied calmly, noticing the messenger’s hesitation, unwilling to depart?

"Is there more you wish to say?"

Li Qingmu asked placidly.

"Your Highness, about the Southern Territory..."

"Hmm?"

"In the Southern Territory, there’s talk that you’re involved in the rebellion..."

When he said this, his voice was noticeably trembling. Perhaps he truly believed, based on what Li Qingmu said, he was involved in the Southern Territory rebellion?

"Nonsense! It’s a conspiracy by insignificant scoundrels trying to sow discord between ruler and subject!"

Xuan Xu said coldly, knowing the mastermind was Empress Dowager Li, and having previously benefited from Li Qingmu’s grace, he was indignant over such betrayal.

Li Qingmu merely smiled slightly, "No worries, the truth will become clear in due course! Let’s move on!"

"Hyah!"

The coachman wasted no words, immediately snapping the reins as the carriage resumed its journey.