NFBE Chapter 382 They're going to separate.
Chapter 382 They're going to separate.
Two days later, just as night fell, the swirling snowflakes had stopped, the weather was exceptionally cold, and a bright moon hung high in the clear night sky, casting a cool, clear glow on the ground.
Sikong Jin ordered Meng Benbo and Berger to reorganize the troops, and he himself changed into a black outfit and put on a cloak to prepare for departure.
Inside the central command tent, Sikong Jin tucked the marked map into his sleeve. A guard came to report—
"Report! Sir, the troops have been reorganized and are ready to depart at any time!"
Sikong Jin lifted the curtain and came out. She nodded to the guard and said, "I understand. You may leave now. Tell General Meng that I will be there immediately."
"Yes! Your lord!"
The guard clasped his hands in response and immediately turned and retreated.
A cold night wind swept by, and Sikong Jin couldn't help but shiver. She subconsciously rubbed her hands together and looked up at the soldiers in front of her who were neatly packing up their things. The flames in the brazier next to her were flickering violently, and a desolate chill was creeping in.
"Damn weather, it's so cold!"
Sikong Jin couldn't help but mutter a curse under her breath.
Her voice had barely faded when a series of hurried footsteps sounded from ahead—
"Lord Sikong! His Majesty has arrived!"
As the announcement ended, Sikong Jin subconsciously looked up and saw Di Beizun striding towards them. He was also wearing a black cloak with a thick overcoat underneath. He was handsome, dashing, cold, and noble, exuding an indescribable aura.
Sikong Mo followed behind him, also dressed in a close-fitting outfit.
The two arrived in front of Sikong Jin in no time.
"Brother, why won't you let me go with you?"
Before Sikong Jin could speak, Sikong Mo looked at her with a somewhat melancholy expression and asked.
Looking at Sikong Mo, who was injured, Sikong Jin couldn't help but rub her forehead and said, "Brother, this time you're not going sightseeing, are you? The march is urgent and I can't take care of you. Besides, I'm not in good condition either. It's safer for you to stay with His Majesty."
“I don’t need you to take care of me. I can take care of myself. Besides, I know medicine and can be a military doctor in your army. Brother, please let me come with you!”
Sikong Mo grabbed Sikong Jin's arm and pleaded.
"No, war is not child's play! You will attack Yingzhou City with His Majesty, and after we take Yingzhou City, we will march south. We can meet up at the Imperial City of Tiansheng then. This is war, Xiao Mo, don't be so ignorant!"
Sikong Jin's tone became somewhat stern, her words carrying an unyielding resolve.
"Big brother..."
Sikong Mo lowered his head in frustration, looking hurt.
“You can learn more by following His Majesty’s side. Your elder brother is usually too busy to take care of you, and this trip south is very dangerous. You should think about our mother, if not yourself.”
After Sikong Jin said those words, Sikong Mo was slightly taken aback. He glanced at Sikong Jin hesitantly and saw that Sikong Jin's face was serious and tense, which was very different from usual. He hesitated for a moment and then didn't dare to say anything more, silently lowering his head.
Sikong Jin glanced at Sikong Mo, then turned her gaze to Di Beizun, who had been silently watching her. After a moment of hesitation, she slowly said, "I'm entrusting Xiao Mo to you!"
Emperor Beizun looked at her calmly, but there was a glimmer of light in his eyes. He nodded and said, "I will take good care of him."
"Hmm, are you leaving right away too?"
Sikong Jin suddenly didn't know what to say. It was another moment of parting, but this parting seemed different from any of the previous ones, as if there was something more to it.
"As soon as you leave, I will immediately set off for the Jiangxi fortress."
Di Beizun responded calmly, his eyes never leaving her.
Sikong Jin felt slightly embarrassed by his gaze. She raised her hand to touch her nose, a hint of hidden emotion flickering in her sparkling eyes. She looked up at him, then suddenly sighed wistfully, "Well, take care of yourself too... Tuoba Yu's army is quite powerful, so everyone should be on guard. Also, remember to write to me if you get any news, and tell me about your situation. As for Xiao Mo, remember to keep an eye on him for me; I'm entrusting him to you!"
"Don't worry, I know."
Lord Sikong originally wanted to say a few words to suit the occasion, but after thinking it over, he didn't know what to say. After hearing Di Beizun's reply, he didn't know what else to say, and the two of them just stared at each other.
After a moment, Di Beizun raised his hand to straighten the slightly wrinkled cloak on her shoulders, his deep and sensual voice carrying a hint of gentleness, "Take care of yourself too. Going deep into enemy territory alone is extremely dangerous. I have no intention of asking you to do anything for me. Just stay by my side."
"Alright, enough of this nonsense. Just reward me well after the battle. My brothers are all waiting to see what you'll give them after the war. The scouts reported yesterday... I think Xi Fenglie has probably sneaked back to the Liao border. Tell General Feng Yang and the others to be extra careful. If we can intercept the Liao reinforcements, it's not impossible for us to take down Tian Sheng together..."
Sikong Jin replied in a low voice, "Moreover, I believe we will succeed."
"Yes. Ajin, trust me!"
He said this in a low voice, but a firm look appeared in his eyes, "After you see General Meng and the others, show them the Phoenix Jade in your hand, and they will understand that I will take Yingzhou City as quickly as possible, control the entire Jiangxi Fortress, and then go south to meet up with you."
Sikong Jin nodded slightly. "Alright, I will cut off their reinforcements and their supplies. Don't worry, I do this often, and I'll definitely do a great job this time. Well, I have to go now. Xiao Mo, you must listen to His Majesty from now on. We'll see each other again soon. You can finally breathe a sigh of relief then!"
"Big brother, you must take care of yourself and wait for Xiao Mo to come find you safely!"
Sikong Mo raised his head, his face full of reluctance. They had only been together for a few days, and now they had to part ways...
Sikong Jin nodded, patted Sikong Mo's shoulder, took a deep breath, glanced at Di Beizun beside her, and then suddenly strode forward.
"I'm leaving now. Stay tuned for my good news."
Her soft voice drifted in the desolate night wind, sounding somewhat ethereal and dreamlike. As she passed by him, he instinctively reached out to grab her, but before he could make a move, she had already strode past him.