Chapter 400
Chapter 400 "Wanrong Oppa"
After Du Xiuyuan led the troops to escort Ashile and Lu Dongzan back, the remaining thorny issues were left for Xu Wei and his associates to puzzle over. The rupture between the two nations was an imminent event, just a matter of time. Ashile was insignificant, but Lu Dongzan was a formidable figure. In Lin Wanrong's view, the best course of action would be to ostentatiously release him and then secretly dispose of him on his way back to the Turks, effectively severing one of the Turks' strong arms. Although this approach was somewhat disgraceful, its practicality was undeniable. Sadly, this method might not be accepted by Xu Wei and the Emperor, who, in their haughty pride, would surely disdain to resort to such roguish and unscrupulous tactics as those of Lin San.
"General, this Blood-Sweat Treasure Horse—" The young Xu Zhen, looking at Lin Wanrong's steed, a Blood-Sweat Treasure Horse, had a face filled with longing. A cavalryman loves his horse, and he, personally trained by Hu Bugui, was no less skilled than a nomad. His desire for this Blood-Sweat Treasure Horse naturally exceeded that of ordinary people.
Upon hearing this, Lin Wanrong remembered that he had earlier promised Hu Bugui that he would leave this Blood-Sweat Treasure Horse with the army for their training, perhaps giving birth to a new breed, a significant contribution to the cavalry of Great Hua.
"This Treasure Horse, I entrust to you," Lin Wanrong said, dismounting and patting the shining yellow mane of the Blood-Sweat Treasure Horse with a smile. "If you can cultivate a new breed, consider it a contribution from the Turks to our great Great Hua."
Xu Zhen was overjoyed, "Thank you, General. I will do my utmost." He took the reins, beaming as he led the Blood-Sweat Treasure Horse a few steps. The treasured steed of the Turks, with its clear hoofbeats and mighty build, was naturally a cavalryman's favorite. Xu Zhen touched the sweat-like bloodstains on the horse's back, reluctant to let go.
‘This is all money, and I've truly given my all for Great Hua,’ Lin Wanrong thought with a pang, riding away on another Blood-Sweat Horse with resignation.
Entering the city gates, he had not gone far when he saw a figure suddenly appear, blocking the path. Lin Wanrong was taken aback and hastily reined in. The horse beneath him neighed and reared up, spinning on the spot. It took a moment to regain stability.
It was dark, and Lin Wanrong couldn't see the person's face clearly. Angered at being blocked, he snapped, "Hey, friend, could you watch where you're going? Don't think you can walk sideways just because there's no traffic light."