C212

Chapter 212 - Infiltrating the Imperial City

After meeting with Ye Lvhongji's army, everyone used the cover of the night to rush to the small city at their fastest speed possible.

Returning to the small city, Ling Xiao found that the atmosphere here had become extremely heavy and solemn. Indeed, after the arrival of the large group, the atmosphere of the entire city had changed.

There was no one on the street, and only Soldiers could be seen. They neatly stood at the side of the street, and the intervals were very close. It was likely because the size of this small city was limited.

As his duty, the deputy general gave priority to escort the Empress and the two young children to the manor's room. After settling them down, he returned to the great hall, where Ling Xiao and the Prince were waiting for him.

"Prince, the empress and the others should have already arranged everything." The deputy general cupped his fists and said to the Prince.

After the Prince heard this, he nodded and said, "Alright, thank you for your hard work."

He looked to only be around eighteen years old, but in reality, he was doing things in a neat and orderly manner, with a look of not being alarmed, which made Ling Xiao admire him. Although he was about the same age as Ling Xiao, and also a large distance inferior to, at least in this age group, the Prince's adaptability was already pretty good.

"Sect Master Ling, you have been busy the whole day, you must be very tired. I have already arranged for someone to prepare a good room to stay for you. Prince turned and looked at Ling Xiao, and said respectfully.

At that time, he did not know Ling Xiao's identity, so he did not care whether Ling Xiao changed horses or not. On the other hand, he was just a deputy general, and when he saw that Prince had to bow respectfully to Ling Xiao, he was naturally panicking.

Ling Xiao took note of the deputy general's performance, and said indifferently: "It's still early, and we're currently in a period of war, wouldn't it be a waste of time for us to rest? I'm not here to enjoy myself, it's better for us to discuss the current situation of the battle."

"I never thought that Sect Master Ling would be so concerned about the situation. As a Prince, I feel ashamed of myself." Prince cupped his fists and said.

"This deputy general, although his position is low, the matter of receiving Prince and Queen is extremely important. Hongji's leader should have personally called you out to take action, right?" Ling Xiao asked.

Hearing that, the deputy general immediately lowered his body and replied with the most respectful attitude and tone, "Reporting to Sect Master Ling, you are right."

"Since that's the case, let's discuss the situation of tonight's battle. You should come along as well." Ling Xiao said, then turned and walked to a chair and sat down.

From the looks of it, they were prepared to start the discussion.

Seeing that, Prince also followed and sat down, but only the deputy general stood to the side, somewhat helpless, because he had never been on equal footing with a person of this level.

"Since you are someone designated by the Hongji's leader, then you must have some extraordinary qualities. I believe in the Hongji's leader and naturally, I believe in you as well." Ling Xiao pointed to the seat behind the deputy general and smiled faintly.

Hearing these words, the deputy general gathered his courage and sat down.

"Alright, tell me, what did the Hongji's leader tell you at that time?" Ling Xiao asked.

After the deputy general heard, he clearly explained the mission and requirements that Ye Lvhongji had given him to Ling Xiao.

After hearing the deputy general's reply, Ling Xiao was silent for a moment, thinking about how he could help.

"Your plan is to infiltrate the Imperial City, do you have any good methods?" Ling Xiao asked.

In his previous reply, the deputy general said that the security of the Imperial City was getting tighter and tighter, and that the internal news could no longer be spread out.

Hearing that, the deputy general shook his head and said, "There is currently no other way. I can only think of a way to enter the Imperial City with the delivery team."

"In that case, although there is a chance of success, once it is discovered, there will be no return." Ling Xiao said.

The deputy general was silent for a moment, then said, "That's right, so I've already started to choose death soldiers. If anything happens, they will end up dying, not leaving any chance for the enemies to be interrogated."

"But you all have never thought about how you're going to get out after entering?" Ling Xiao asked again.

"Of course it's the same way." The deputy general said in confusion.

Hearing that, Ling Xiao could not help but shake his head and laugh: "You guys are thinking too simply. If it was before, this method might have been successful, but I have already sent out the three hundred elites, this matter will not be hidden for too long, and it will be known by the Chu Army very quickly. At that time, we will definitely double the check on the identity of the people coming in and out."

"Sect Master Ling's meaning is that we can only choose a new method." The deputy general scratched his head and said.

"That's right, but from my point of view, if entering the Imperial City is just to gather information, then it is not worth taking such a risk. The reason is because the internal information is not of much use to you, the external situation is the main focus of the battle." Ling Xiao said.

Hearing that, the deputy general thoughtfully nodded his head. He naturally understood what Ling Xiao meant.

"Sect Master Ling, although I understand your meaning, I have no choice but to follow the orders given by the Emperor to investigate the interior of Imperial City." The deputy general said with a serious expression.

After Ling Xiao heard this, he smiled and said: "I did not say that I would give up on this operation. I only feel that to you all, the sacrifice that you have paid for investigating is too great and the rewards are too little."

"Could it be that Sect Master Ling has a good idea?" When the deputy general heard this, his eyes could not help but light up.

Hearing that, Ling Xiao laughed out loud, then nodded his head and said: "En, not bad, not bad, although you are just a deputy general, but you have a good brain, I believe that after this operation ends, you will have a good chance to promote yourself."

The general cupped his fists and said: "Thank you Sect Master Ling for your promotion."

Seeing that, Ling Xiao waved his hand: "It's alright, it's alright, the matter of promotion is not up to me."

"Sect Master Ling, please enlighten me!" The deputy general cupped his fists and said.

Ling Xiao muttered to himself for a while, and then said indifferently: "The method is to let me go alone."

Hearing this, the deputy general and Prince were startled, and their expressions immediately became serious.

"Sect Master Ling, you can't joke about this!" Prince stood up and said. He knew Ling Xiao's identity and he also knew how important the issue of his safety was.

The deputy general sternly replied, "Sect Master Ling, if Your Majesty finds out about this and that Sect Master Ling is risking so much for our lives, he would definitely not let us off the hook so easily."

Seeing that, Ling Xiao could not help but laugh: "You guys are worrying too much!"