Chapter 344 - 341: Competing for the Central Plains_1
They continued their journey to Jinghe, where they sensed something amiss and wanted to turn back to protect Bai Qingyu, but they encountered an ambush...
Bai Qingjue’s loyal steed died while protecting its master, and Bai Qingjue himself was severely injured. He urged Bai Qingyun to abandon him and escape, but Bai Qingyun insisted that their grandfather had commanded them to protect the legitimate heir at all costs. Since they couldn’t return in time to protect their fifth brother Bai Qingyu, Bai Qingyun would risk his life to protect his seventh brother, the legitimate son, Bai Qingjue.
As the battle grew dire, Bai Qingyun hastily helped Bai Qingjue change into ordinary soldier’s armor and pushed him into the Jinghe River, giving him a slim chance of survival.
Later, Bai Qingjue was rescued by slave traders who, after taking all the valuable items from his body, still called for a doctor to treat him. This act of kindness saved Bai Qingjue’s life.
During this period, despite several attempts to leave and return to the southern battlefield, Bai Qingjue couldn’t even stand, let alone run due to his weakness.
It wasn’t until Bai Qingjue attempted to rescue a girl at Mengcheng Market that Xiao Rongyan saved him in turn.
"Mr. Xiao?! Is it Mr. Xiao from Wei, the wealthy merchant?" Bai Jinzhi’s eyes lit up.
Bai Qingjue could tell that Bai Jinzhi seemed unaware of Xiao Rongyan’s true identity, so he did not reveal it, simply nodding.
"Eldest Sister, Mr. Xiao is truly a great benefactor to our Bai family, helping us multiple times!" Bai Jinzhi genuinely admired Xiao Rongyan, having already considered him a future brother-in-law in his heart.
Bai Qingyan remained silent, thinking about the famine crisis in Yanwo. She told Bai Qingjue, "Regarding the famine in Yanwo, I’ve already written to Uncle Shen, asking him to send reliable people during King Liang’s disaster relief to divert some refugees who have not yet entered Pingyang City to Youhua Road for you to take care of. Uncle Shen and General Wei will arrange for food to be delivered to you in advance."