The princess was ordained by Heaven.

Chapter 262 I Will Take His Ashes Away

The comrades silently cleaned up the battlefield; they captured a few survivors, but also suffered some casualties.

War, though it sounds exciting, is a word that is written in blood and tears.

On the way back, the group was unusually silent.

The army doctor diagnosed Zheng Jiao and said she had been given a non-fatal muscle-softening powder and would recover quickly.

She should have been happy to have survived such a disaster.

But how could she possibly laugh?

Without taking time to rest, she and Zheng Jin went to see Zheng Jiu's body.

Zheng Shi remained lying next to Zheng Jiu. She neither drank water nor ate, remained silent and motionless, and no amount of persuasion could sway her.

Zheng Jin looked at Zheng Shi, her voice choked with emotion, "Shall we take him back?"

go back?

Zheng Shi finally reacted.

She stiffly turned her neck to look at Zheng Jin: "Go back?"

"Yes, let's go back."

To everyone's surprise, Zheng Shi shook his head.

What would we do if we went back?

The boss once told them that as bodyguards, they had to be prepared to lose their lives at any time.

They are the emperor's weapons, protecting the highest power and countless riches in the world.

Although imperial power was majestic, it was not without those who dared to challenge it.

Therefore, these secret guards face countless dangers.

At that time, he did not understand its meaning.

Zheng Jiu was not afraid of death. He said he would become the best bodyguard and be buried next to his master when he died.

If something were to happen to him halfway through his journey, and he were ashamed to face his master, he would be buried in a place with beautiful mountains and clear waters.

In his next life, he wants to be a normal person.

A spark suddenly appeared in Zheng Jiu's eyes.

Yes, she also wants to fulfill Zheng Jiu's wish.

We must avenge him, and find him a beautiful burial place.

She suddenly stood up: "Civilize the body, and I will take his ashes with me."

Zheng Jiao wanted to say something, but Zheng Jin stopped her and gently shook his head.

Zheng Jin squatted down and coaxed softly, "Zheng Shi, eat something first before you get busy, okay?"

Zheng Jiu shook his head, stood up, and said with a burst of strength, "I'll go move some firewood."

Zheng Jiao quickly said, "Let me help you!"

“I can manage on my own. I want to spend some quiet time with him.”

Zheng Shi looked at Zheng Jiao, his gaze calm.

It seemed calm.

Zheng Jiao was stunned by the brokenness hidden in her eyes and was speechless for a moment.

Zheng Jin took over the conversation and softly replied, "Okay."

Zheng Xun watched all of this in silence.

She was in a daze.

If only she hadn't sent Zheng Jiu out.

However, if Zheng Jiu is not sent out, Nie Zhao will be the one to die. It seems that no matter what choice is made, a perfect result cannot be obtained.

The Sixth Prince, seeing her expression, said worriedly, "Ah Jin..."

Zheng Xun turned her head to look at him: "What's wrong?"

Are you feeling unwell?

Zheng Xun shook his head: "I'm a little tired."

Fortunately, there were other rooms in Mingzhu Pavilion. The palace servants cleaned up the mess and brought a bed from another room. Zheng Xun lay down again, his eyes still fixed on the light screen.

Zheng Jin helped Zheng Jiao back to the camp.

The two sat in silence for a while, then He Wuyu lifted the curtain and strode in.

She didn't pay much attention to Zheng Jin. When she walked up to Zheng Jiao, he carefully looked at her face and confirmed that she was in good spirits. Only then did she finally feel relieved.

Zheng Jiao sat up: "How's the interrogation going?"

The deceased are gone, but the living still face countless challenges.

As the commander-in-chief, He Wuyu had no time to grieve. Upon returning, she immediately took over the interrogation duties and only now has she finished her work.

"They're very stubborn. Let's give them some space first."

It's not that easy. Just because Qi Yongji abandoned them and left doesn't mean they won't betray them.

As the protagonist, he never lacks devoted followers.

Zheng Jiao nodded: "Don't overwork yourself, take a rest when you need to."

She had already found out what happened. He Wuyu must have been tired and injured after holding off so many enemies all by himself.

But she wasn't a naive newcomer to the army. Having reached her current position at such a young age, she was destined to be a strong person.

She also doesn't show her vulnerability.

As a general, she must remain calm and make correct judgments at all times.

As the leader, she cannot back down, nor can she fall.

Zheng Jiao felt sorry for her hardships and unconsciously tightened his grip on her hand.

But she couldn't bring herself to say anything to make him stop.

She knew all too well what He Wuyu was carrying on his shoulders.

He Wuyu grabbed her hand in return. She was always tense and reliable outside, but only when facing Zheng Jiao would her expression relax.

emperor:?

Something feels off, but I can't quite put my finger on what it is.

Zheng Jin, who was at the scene, shrank her neck.

She's such a big person, but no matter how you look at her, she seems superfluous.

Just as she thought of this, He Wuyu turned to look at her and said, "Second Princess, go and see Xiao Nie."

Zheng Jin was slightly taken aback.

After a moment, she seemed to remember something and stood up: "Okay, I'll leave things here with you."

After she left, Zheng Jiao scoffed, "She values ​​romance over friendship."

He Wuyu chuckled and shook his head: "Alright, now tell me, what exactly happened?"

Today was not Zheng Jiao's day off, and she returned to her tent after training as usual.

Zheng Jiao frowned: "Actually, he came to see A Jin."

She didn't intend to say this to Zheng Jin, lest she feel guilty.

He Wuyu pondered, "Does he know the Second Princess?"

"No, his only connection with his second sister was through the Guanshu Bookstore. His second sister used to offer incense to the bookstore, and the person in charge of the bookstore... was originally Prince Yong."

"So, for someone whose name he's only heard of, he actually risked his life in Dayong?"

He Wuyu found it absurd: "Could this be just a cover-up?"

Zheng Jiao shook her head: "I've followed him for a long time, and his purpose is very clear."

Not only did He Wuyu find it strange, but she was equally puzzled.

She left something outside while on duty yesterday, and will look for it after training today, following the places she went.

Who knew that they would run into the uninvited guest, the Prince of Yong.

She didn't want to alert him; she wanted to see what his purpose was.

As a result, she was accidentally exposed, and she was not only not able to get a shot, but was also drugged.

If she hadn't found an opportunity to set a fire, she might have lost her life long ago.

Thinking about this, she felt somewhat dazed.

If she hadn't been so confident in her martial arts skills, and had called for reinforcements from the beginning, perhaps none of what happened later would have occurred.

is her……

She killed Zheng Jiu.

She closed her eyes slightly, her heart heavy, feeling like she couldn't breathe.

He Wuyu was lost in thought and didn't notice her strange behavior.

Soon, Zheng Jiao suppressed his excessive emotions.

He Wuyu: "However, not many people know that the Second Princess is in the military camp."

Zheng Jiao said with disgust, "There must be spies from the Brown Kingdom in the military camp. That's what they're best at."

He Wuyu's expression hardened slightly: "It's still not enough..."

Not long after Zheng Jiao arrived at He's army, he exposed several people with ulterior motives.

He Wuyu therefore thoroughly purged the army, but it seems that some still escaped.