touchnovel Chapter 107 Sang Wen's Persistence
Chapter 107 Sang Wen's Persistence
Just before he was about to step onto the command platform, raise the flag, and set off for battle, the long-absent system notification sounded in his mind once again as scheduled:
[Ding! Detected that the host is about to command a large army and begin an important chapter in their life, the "Northern Expedition," triggering a special sign-in event!]
[Sign-in successful! Congratulations, host, you have received a divine reward: 100,000 Great Snow Dragon Riders (completely loyal to the host, with strength comparable to a ninth-rank expert, well-equipped, swift as the wind, and can be stored in the system space for summoning at any time)!]
One hundred thousand Snow Dragon Riders?!
The moment Ye Tian received this reward, even with his current composure, he couldn't help but be shaken, and his eyes burst with uncontrollable joy!
The Great Snow Dragon Riders! These are the most elite heavy cavalry in legend. Each knight possesses strength comparable to a ninth-rank master, and they are also well-equipped, fearless, and invincible in battle! And there are a full 100,000 of them! They are also completely loyal to you and can be summoned at any time!
This is simply an invincible army capable of sweeping across the world!
"Hahahaha! Good! Good! Good!" Ye Tian laughed wildly in his heart. "Emperor Qing, you thought you were using one tiger to devour another, wanting me to suffer heavy losses in the northern border, even to the point of dying far from home? Little did you know, you were handing me a peerless weapon capable of overthrowing your Qing Dynasty!"
He had originally planned to gradually win over the army and cultivate his own power during the Northern Expedition, slowly eroding the military power of the Qing Kingdom. But now, with these 100,000 Great Snow Dragon Riders as his trump card, his plan could be even more aggressive and daring!
"Northern Qi?" A hint of disdain and icy killing intent flashed in Ye Tian's eyes. "They're merely the first stepping stone on my path to hegemony! I will show the world what true domination and pacification of the land really means!"
At this moment, the lofty ambitions in his heart were completely ignited!
With this divinely appointed Snow Dragon Riders, he was not only confident in crushing Northern Qi, but also confident that in the near future, his army would march straight to the capital and completely overthrow that old fox, Emperor Qing, from the throne!
Just as Ye Tian was filled with excitement and planning his future, two beautiful figures, already prepared, arrived beside him.
One of them, with a beautiful appearance and gentle temperament, was none other than Miss Sang Wen, who had been helping Ye Tian manage the internal affairs of the Qin Prince's Mansion and handling some secret intelligence and business dealings in recent days. She was originally the daughter of a wealthy merchant in Jiangnan, and was proficient in mathematics and business management. After her family suffered a misfortune, she was rescued by Ye Tian and had been loyally serving him ever since.
The other woman was even more elegant and charming, with a hint of exoticism and a touch of melancholy between her brows. She was none other than Si Lili, the former Northern Qi spy who was once famous in the capital, but was "invited" out of prison by Ye Tian and has now secretly submitted to him.
"Sang Wen, for this Northern Expedition, the overall coordination of the army's provisions, weaponry supply, and intelligence operations will be entrusted to you." Ye Tian looked at Sang Wen, his tone filled with unquestionable trust. "I want the army to move like a whirlwind, leaving no trace of its forces behind. Can you do that?"
Sang Wen bowed slightly, her eyes gleaming with wisdom: "Please rest assured, Your Highness, Sang Wen will not fail in her mission and will ensure that the army has sufficient food and supplies, excellent equipment, and a secure rear!" She knew that this was both Ye Tian's trust in her and a great test of her abilities.
Ye Tian nodded in satisfaction, then turned to Si Lili, a meaningful smile playing on his lips: "Miss Si Lili, as the junior sister of Haitang Duoduo of Northern Qi, you must be very familiar with the officials in the Northern Qi court and the troop deployments in the army, right?"
Si Lili's heart skipped a beat; she knew Ye Tian intended for her to "use her remaining strength." She lowered her eyes slightly, her voice soft yet firm: "Your Highness is wise. This servant, Si Lili, does indeed know a thing or two about the affairs of Northern Qi. If Your Highness has any requests, this servant will certainly do her utmost." Under Ye Tian's roof, she had no other choice; moreover, the strength and methods Ye Tian had displayed made her dare not harbor any disloyalty.
"Very good," Ye Tian said with a smile. "For this northern expedition, I would like to ask Miss Si Lili to be my guide."
"If you can help me quickly ascertain the strengths and weaknesses of Northern Qi and conquer its capital, I will surely reward you handsomely. Perhaps, in the future, you will return home in glory, wielding great power in Northern Qi."
His words were both an exploitation and a disguised promise and attempt to win him over.
Si Lili's heart trembled. She knew that this might be her only chance to change her fate.
She bowed deeply: "Thank you for your guidance, Your Highness. I will certainly live up to your expectations!"
Ye Tian nodded in satisfaction. Sang Wen's talent in internal affairs and logistics, Si Lili's understanding of Northern Qi, coupled with the 100,000 divinely trained Snow Dragon Riders under his command, and his own unfathomable strength...
This Northern Expedition will make the entire world tremble!
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With the army about to set off, Ye Tian was in his study in the Qin Prince's mansion, studying the various possibilities of the upcoming northern expedition on a huge military sand table. Sang Wen stood by his side, grinding ink and adding incense for him, but his gaze was fixed on Ye Tian's incomparably handsome profile. His eyes were filled with undisguised admiration, infatuation, and almost religious worship.
In Sang Wen's heart, Ye Tian was her heaven, her god. It was he who rescued her from the mire of her family's decline and near despair; it was he who gave her a stage to display her talents and revive her family's reputation; and it was he who, with his earth-shattering martial arts and unbelievable literary talent, repeatedly refreshed her understanding of "power" and "perfection".
Especially at the state banquet, Ye Tian's "hundred poems shook the hall," and with a few words, he caused the great Confucian scholar Zhuang Mohan of Northern Qi to vomit blood and retreat in defeat. His unparalleled demeanor, looking down on the world and looking down on all heroes, had already completely shattered Sang Wen's last bit of pride. She knew that in this life, her heart, her soul, and everything she had belonged to the man before her.
"Your Highness," Sang Wencai said softly, mustering her courage after Ye Tian put down the chess piece he was working on. Her voice trembled slightly, carrying a hint of resolute determination.
Ye Tian turned to look at her: "What is it?"
Sang Wen took a deep breath, and two beautiful blushes rose on her delicate face. She slowly walked up to Ye Tian, and with a "plop," she knelt down on the ground, looking up at Ye Tian with her beautiful eyes filled with tears.
"Your Highness, everything I have is a gift from you. If it weren't for you, Sang Wen would long be nothing but bones in a grave, and the Sang clan would have vanished without a trace." Her voice choked with sobs. "Your Highness's civil and military achievements are unparalleled throughout history, and your charisma and demeanor have captivated women everywhere. I, I am unworthy, have long harbored secret feelings for you, and my love is deeply rooted. I am willing to do anything for you, only wishing to be by your side, even if it's just to be the most humble maidservant, serving you tea and water, making your bed, I would do it willingly!"
As she spoke, she slowly raised her slender hand, trembling, as she tried to untie the jade belt around Ye Tian's waist.
Ye Tian frowned slightly, reached out and pressed her hand down, his voice calm yet carrying an undeniable air of authority: "Sang Wen, what are you doing? You are a trusted advisor to me, exceptionally intelligent, with unique insights into domestic affairs, commerce, and intelligence. I respect your talent and do not wish for personal feelings to interfere with official business or tarnish your reputation. Between us, let's maintain the proper decorum between ruler and subject, each fulfilling our duties."
He had been aware of Sang Wen's feelings for him that went beyond those of a typical subordinate, but he was busy with affairs and was newly married, so he had put it aside and had not brought it up. He never expected that on the eve of his departure for war, she would so boldly and directly express her feelings, and even want to offer herself to him.
Sang Wen's hands were held down by Ye Tian, and upon hearing his words, tears welled up in her eyes instantly. She abruptly raised her head, her face filled with despair and an almost insane stubbornness.
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