Chapter 511
Chapter 511 The Situation
Turning around, Lin Wanrong found himself facing a beautiful female general. She wore cloud-stepping boots and a silver-white battle robe. Her figure resembled a willow swaying in the wind, graceful and exquisite. Her eyebrows were slightly furrowed, and her eyes shimmered like reflective pools of autumn water. A touch of rosy fatigue colored her porcelain-like cheeks. She gazed intently at Lin Wanrong, and it was hard to tell whether she was smiling or annoyed.
"Ah, if it isn't Miss Xu," General Lin said, a smile gathering on his face. He waved his hand hurriedly. "Brothers, quickly salute Advisor Xu!"
"Advisor Xu!" The soldiers under his command were evidently well-trained. At General Lin's single command, thousands raised their weapons and shouted in unison, their voices piercing the heavens.
This seemed like the theatricality of a mountain bandit, and Xu Zhiqing slightly furrowed her brows, casting him a few glances. "General Lin, I heard from Du Xiuyuan that you're still recovering from injuries and resting in camp. Even the matters of the council are being led by others." She paused, her eyes darting to his leg, her expression tinged with irritation. "Indeed, General Lin, your 'serious' injuries seem to have healed remarkably."
The irony in her words was so obvious that even Gao Qiu could catch it, let alone a clever man like Lin Wanrong.
"Oh, really?" Lin Wanrong looked at his leg in feigned surprise, a joyful expression filling his face. "Had it not been for Miss Xu's keen observation, I wouldn't have noticed. Seems like these continuous marches and exercises have paid off; my injuries should be mostly healed. Ah, I've been so busy these days that I even forgot something as crucial as my recovery. Your visit is well-timed, Miss Xu. I'd like to host a feast today, just a few small dishes among the troops, to celebrate."
Annoyed by his nonchalance, Xu Zhiqing couldn't help but huff. "The army is near Xingqing Prefecture, approaching the border between Great Hua and the nomads. War is imminent, and you're still in such high spirits? Not to mention that gambling and drinking are prohibited in the army—have you not read the military regulations?"
Lin Wanrong laughed, "Miss Xu, you misunderstand. I've always despised wine and gambling. Celebrating with my brothers over some tea shouldn't violate any rules, should it?"