novelden Chapter 160 Intimacy in the Military Camp
Chapter 160 Intimacy in the Military Camp
Xiao Jinyan gently shook his head, a complex emotion flashing in his eyes. He stroked Liu Lianyue's soft hair and slowly said, "How can this be, Madam? You will go to the palace tomorrow for the time being. For the sake of our future cause, you must endure a few days of hardship. When the time is right, I will personally come to bring you back. At that time, we will never be separated again."
Upon hearing this, a hint of disappointment flashed in Liu Lianyue's eyes, but she quickly regained her usual resilience: "Hmph, all you do is try to fool me, you never give me anything concrete. Who would believe empty words?"
Seeing this, Xiao Jinyan felt a surge of warmth in his heart. He held Liu Lianyue's hand tightly, his gaze firm: "Madam, rest assured. Once our great cause is accomplished, you will be my lawfully wedded wife. At that time, I will let you enjoy all the riches and honors in the world and make you the happiest woman in the world."
Liu Lianyue gazed at Xiao Jinyan, tears glistening in her eyes. She gently leaned against his shoulder, her voice soft yet firm: "My husband, how could I, Liu Lianyue, be someone who covets wealth and glory? All I ask for is for us to know each other, stay together, and spend this life together. But since you have already made your plans, I will fully support you. I only hope that day will come soon, so that we can truly grow old together."
Xiao Jinyan's eyes were so tender they could melt ice. He gently took Liu Lianyue's hand, his voice low and full of affection: "Madam, you are so good to me. How can I ever repay such deep affection?"
Liu Lianyue's eyes shone with deep affection and love for Xiao Jinyan. She smiled slightly and said, "My husband, you are my only support in this life, and the most beloved person in my heart. In this chaotic world, if I don't treat you well, who else can I treat well?"
Upon hearing this, Xiao Jinyan was overwhelmed with indescribable emotion and love. He could no longer suppress his feelings and said, "My lady, I love you. You will always be mine."
Before he finished speaking, he suddenly pulled Liu Lianyue into his arms with such force that it seemed he wanted to meld her into his body and never separate them again.
Liu Lianyue felt Xiao Jinyan's burning love, and a warm current surged in her heart. She took the initiative to wrap her arms around Xiao Jinyan's neck, responding to his deep and passionate kiss. Their lips met, and it was as if the whole world stood still, with only the sound of their heartbeats and breaths echoing in their ears.
As the kiss deepened, their clothes slipped off one by one, drifting gently to the ground like flower petals, filling the air with an indescribable sense of romance and sweetness.
Overwhelmed by emotion, Xiao Jinyan could no longer restrain his impulse. He forcefully pushed aside the large table piled high with books in the tent, scattering the books on the floor with a crisp sound, yet without disturbing the lovers' deep embrace. Then, he gently placed Liu Lianyue's body on the table, and leaned over to press himself against her. Their figures intertwined in the flickering candlelight, creating a moving picture.
The next morning, as the first rays of sunlight pierced through the gaps in the tent and fell upon the loving couple, they were still lying in the large tent, their clothes disheveled, with satisfied and happy smiles on their faces.
However, this tranquility did not last long, as a series of hurried footsteps broke the silence.
Just then, the tent curtain was suddenly flung open, and Wang Xuanyu burst into the tent. His face was full of surprise and confusion, and his gaze darted back and forth between the two of them, as if he could not believe what was happening before his eyes.
Liu Lianyue was jolted awake by a sudden chill. Sunlight, like fine golden gauze, fell on her bare skin, bringing a strange coolness. She hurriedly reached out and grabbed the clothes that had been scattered on the ground in her panic, wrapping them haphazardly around herself as quickly as possible. Two shy blushes rose on her cheeks, and her heart pounded like a drum, almost bursting out of her chest.
Wang Xuanyu's gaze froze the moment he saw Liu Lianyue's slightly disheveled state, as if he were frozen in place. He quickly turned around, his hurried footsteps echoing in the tent, tinged with panic and apology: "I'm sorry, Princess Yiyang, I... I didn't see anything!"
After saying this, he practically fled the tent.
Xiao Jinyan quickly straightened his clothes, his brows revealing an undeniable firmness and calmness. His gaze swept over Liu Lianyue, and although he did not speak, the care and understanding in his eyes were enough to warm people's hearts.
Xiao Jinyan stepped out of the main tent, turned to look at Wang Xuanyu, and said in a deep and powerful voice, "Xuanyu, what's the matter that you're in such a hurry?"
Xiao Jinyan knew that Wang Xuanyu would not have acted so rashly unless it was extremely urgent.
Wang Xuanyu leaned closer to Xiao Jinyan, lowered his voice, and said with barely concealed excitement, "Commander, everything in the army has been prepared. Food, weapons, and men are all ready. We are just waiting for the order to start the uprising."
Xiao Jinyan nodded slightly, a faint smile playing on her lips: "Alright, now that the internal situation is settled, all that remains is my father's troops. How are things there? Any new information?"
Wang Xuanyu's expression turned solemn. He clasped his hands in a fist salute and replied respectfully, "This humble general has just received a secret report that the Duke of Qi is currently in a standoff with the Northern Wei army, and a decisive battle is imminent. According to reports from scouts at the front, the situation is quite favorable to our side. I believe that soon the Duke of Qi will be able to withdraw from the battlefield, lead his troops back to reinforce us, and join us in our great cause."
Xiao Jinyan frowned, his eyes blazing, and asked in a deep voice, "Wang Xuanyu, can you give me a definite answer? When will my father, Duke Xiao, be able to fight those barbarians from Northern Wei to the death?"
Upon hearing this, Wang Xuanyu straightened his back, clasped his hands in salute, and said in a strong and clear voice: "Commander, according to my extensive investigation and detailed analysis, a decisive battle between the two armies is inevitable within a month. Moreover, our army is in high spirits and our tactics are superb. We will surely win a great victory in this battle and let the Northern Wei cavalry witness the bravery and fearlessness of the sons of our Great Song!"
Upon hearing this, Xiao Jinyan's eyes flashed with surprise, and she immediately asked, "Oh? How can you be so sure? You must know that things change in an instant on the battlefield, and any small mistake can lead to total defeat."
Wang Xuanyu smiled slightly and explained confidently, "General, you may not know this, but Duke Xiao has meticulously devised a brilliant 'encirclement and suppression' strategy. This decisive battle aims not only to deplete the Northern Wei's manpower but also to capture their commander, Tuoba Mao, alive, thus marking a turning point in our victory. I firmly believe that with this ingenious plan in hand, our army will surely achieve a resounding victory. Please await good news, General; a report of triumph will surely arrive soon."
Upon hearing this, Xiao Jinyan's lips curled into a barely perceptible smile: "Good! Once the war with Northern Wei has settled down, we can seize this opportunity to mobilize elite troops from the north, march south to aid Jiankang, purge the court of corrupt officials, depose the incompetent and tyrannical Liu Kun, and restore order to the world!"
Upon hearing this, a flicker of excitement flashed in Wang Xuanyu's eyes: "The Protector-General is wise! When that time comes, you will raise your voice and the whole world will respond, supporting a new emperor. This humble general is willing to follow you to the death, even at the cost of his life!"