Rebirth: The Journey of an Heiress novel Chapter 1049

Chapter 1049: Chapter 1044: Return to My Zhou

Helping other countries should be done within one’s capability; there’s no such thing as using the entire nation’s resources.

Fortunately, on the way back, Xiao Ruohai already saw the eldest daughter preparing troops to resist foreign enemies, which was indeed a relief for him.

"On the order of the eldest daughter, I went to the southern border and infiltrated Xiliang. The Xiliang people treat the soldiers from the Tianfeng Kingdom as honored guests, but... it seems the Empress of Xiliang has realized she’s invited trouble; it’s easy to invite gods but hard to send them away. The Empress of Xiliang is currently powerless to drive the people of Tianfeng Kingdom out of Xiliang and cannot tell the truth to her people, putting her in a tough spot," said Shen Qingzhu.

There was another matter that Bai Qingyan asked Shen Qingzhu to investigate privately, and now, with everyone present, Shen Qingzhu found it inconvenient to speak directly.

"Eldest daughter, the Tianfeng Kingdom has entered Xiliang, repeatedly testing the borders of our Zhou Kingdom without crossing them, possibly due to uncertainty about our strength. I think... they won’t hold back for long before they try to confront Rong or Yan," said Xiao Ruohai.

"Does A Qiong know the information you’ve obtained?" Bai Qingyan asked.

"I mentioned it to the third young master before returning..." Xiao Ruohai nodded.

Outside the hall, Wei Zhong’s voice came through: "Your Majesty, the Empress Dowager has sent someone to invite you over for a meal!"

Today is Bai Qingyan’s birthday, and initially, the Ministry of Rites suggested a grand celebration, but Bai Qingyan decided to save all the silver and use it for military funds. Having a meal with her family for her birthday suffices.

So, for this year’s birthday of Bai Qingyan, Mrs. Dong took charge of the arrangements.

"Brother by milk, Qingzhu, and Qingsheng have just returned; go freshen up and rest first! Come directly to the Empress Dowager’s palace later... today is a family dinner, just us, let’s have a good meal..." Bai Qingyan then looked at Chun Tao, "And while Qingsheng is back, let’s settle the matter between you and Chun Tao!"

Chun Tao immediately blushed, knelt, and said nothing.

Indeed, Chen Qingsheng stepped forward at once, bowing to Bai Qingyan: "Thank you, eldest daughter!"

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Just as Xiao Ruohai said, at this moment, the Elephant Army of the Tianfeng Kingdom bypassed the borders of Zhou and Xiliang, draped in fur and heavy armor, and approached the border between Xiliang and Rong.

Dong Changlan, stationed at the border of Rong, Zhou, and Xiliang, received the news and immediately sent someone to relay the message back to Dengzhou.

When Dong Changlan’s message arrived, Lu Ping had just reached Dengzhou. Lu Ping and his men rushed non-stop day and night to get to Dengzhou, initially intending to change horses and clothes before heading to Rong, but unexpectedly heard the news that the Tianfeng Kingdom’s Elephant Army was approaching Rong.

Why did the eldest daughter say it was time for the fifth young master Bai Qingyu to return home? Simply to force Rong to join Zhou, deterring Xiliang and Tianfeng from invading.

Rong is the horse field of Zhou, no one should think of touching it!

And if Rong really falls, then... Zhou would be facing threats on both sides, so Rong must not be lost!

Lu Ping no longer hid his intentions, clasping his fists and speaking to Dong Qingyue: "To be honest, Governor, Lu Ping is on the mission from the eldest daughter to find the fifth young master in Rong, telling him... it’s time to return home!"

Upon hearing this, Dong Qingyue’s heart tightened. Having years of experience in battle, Dong Qingyue knew Bai Qingyan’s purpose.

Dong Qingyue didn’t delay and immediately said: "I’ll send someone to escort you. Set off quickly to find A Yu and relay the message. Tell him... as long as I’m here, I won’t let the Elephant Army cross half a step into Rong; make sure to secure Rong!"

"Yes!" Lu Ping also did not rest and, along with the escort sent by Dong Qingyue, headed straight to Rong.

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