Chapter 602 - Ping City (4)
In their hearts, the soldiers had placed a mental garland over Ji Fengyan, whereas she remained unaware of their thoughts.
Song Yuan led everyone to the main hall of the city lord’s residence before immediately ordering his servants to serve tea.
Ji Fengyan then told Song Yuan the story of Han Xiao and Han Yu’s village being butchered by demons.
Song Yuan felt extremely emotional on hearing their story and looked empathetically at the two brothers. He sighed. “The Plain of Corpses has always been unsafe. The folks living here have a tough life with those demons running amok in the plains. But whereas my spirit is willing, my flesh is weak. How I wish I could kill more demons and restore peace.”
Song Yuan’s words conveyed a deep sense of helplessness.
Ji Fengyan said, “City Lord Song is kind. It is already a great achievement that you have fortified Ping City so securely that the demons dare not attack. And you are even willing to welcome refugees. City Lord Song has truly done a great service to the nation.”
Song Yuan smiled in resignation.
“What good are my small efforts? If not for my leg—how I wish I could be like General Ji and head into the battlefield to kill our enemies. Do let me know if the three-army alliance has any needs—I will do my best to fulfill them.”
Ji Fengyan saw that Song Yuan’s eyes had dimmed a little. Nevertheless, the smile on his lips remained. She pretended not to notice and hid the odd feeling rising inside her. “City Lord Song is too kind. How long have you been at Ping City?”
He replied, “Almost 20 years.”
“I guess City Lord Song would be very familiar with how things are at the Plain of Corpses? We have just arrived at the camp not too long ago and are new too many of the things here. Your kind guidance for the days to come will be much appreciated.” Ji Fengyan grinned.
Song Yuan quickly waved her off. “General Ji is too polite. I dare not claim to know everything. Still, you can ask me as and when you have any doubts about anything—I will try my best to clarify.”
“I thank you for your efforts.” Ji Fengyan cupped her fists together in gratitude. “It has been a long journey for us. Is there anywhere in the city where me and my men can take a rest for now.”
Song Yuan replied, “Of course, I will have someone make the arrangements.”
After that, Song Yuan appeared to have thought of something else. He looked at Han Xiao and Han Yu to ask, “Should I have someone look for a family to take in these two children?”
A guard had reported earlier that Ji Fengyan intended to leave these two kids with Ping City.
However…
Ji Fengyan shook her head. “No need, I had wanted to let them stay in Ping City. But since entering the city, they have been very distracted by thoughts of avenging their parents. Hence, I have already promised to let them join my army.”
Song Yuan was stunned but didn’t think much of it. He went ahead to make the lodging arrangements for Ji Fengyan and company.
Meanwhile, Lu Shaoqing and Linghe were both dumbstruck.
What was going on?
Ji Fengyan didn’t intend to leave the children in Ping City?
When did these two kids say they wanted to avenge their parents’ death??
Lu Shaoqing and Linghe were completely befuddled. In contrast, the eyes of Han Xiao and Han Yu lit up with joy and excitement when they heard Ji Fengyan’s words.
This meant that “god” would not be abandoning them?
“General…” Lu Shaoqing couldn’t resist speaking up.
Ji Fengyan suddenly raised her hand to interrupt him. In a low voice that only the few of them could hear, she said, “There is something wrong with this Song Yuan.”
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