At this moment, the crowd looked at Moon Tianchen and Lin Feng, and a coldness emanated from them, as if a battle could erupt at any moment.
Duan Wuyan's eyes flickered, then he stood up and said, "Alright, the drums have been beaten, the orders have been given, you may depart. Lin Feng, you will be responsible for protecting the princess. You must ensure her safety."
Upon hearing Duan Wuyan's words, the crowd was surprised. Duan Wuyan had ultimately chosen Lin Feng. His regard for Lin Feng surpassed his regard for Moon Tianchen, the future heir of the Moon family. This made many people feel incredulous, especially since only a few knew about what had happened in the Acacia Forest that day.
In the eyes of the crowd, Lin Feng, after all, was still Lin Feng. Despite his outstanding talent, he could not be compared to the heir of one of the Three Great Families of the Imperial City, the Moon family. However, to everyone's surprise, Duan Wuyan seemed to value Lin Feng greatly, entrusting the safety of the princess to him.
Lin Feng's eyes also flickered. To be honest, if Moon Tianchen hadn't provoked and insulted him earlier, he might not have stepped forward. Although he didn't have any bad feelings towards Princess Duan Xinye, there was no love either. It was just because of Princess Duan Xinye's beauty and temperament, her beauty and the air of an orchid in an empty valley, no man would feel repulsed when seeing her.
"Wang Shu, I have entrusted the safety of the princess to Lin Feng, but everyone else must also protect her well," Duan Wuyan said to Duan Tianlang, then continued, "In the future, only the princess can command Lin Feng within the army. Lin Feng only needs to be responsible for the safety of the princess. He may or may not handle other matters. Furthermore, everyone in the army is obligated to assist Lin Feng."
As Duan Wuyan's words fell, the crowd was slightly stunned. They did not expect Duan Wuyan to give Lin Feng such privileges.
"Duan Wuyan, this is to protect me."
However, Lin Feng was taken aback. He instantly understood Duan Wuyan's meaning. Even in the army, there were forces of his enemies. Duan Wuyan was worried that they would plot against Lin Feng. By giving Lin Feng this title, protecting the princess's safety, and reminding others that whoever harmed Lin Feng would be harming the princess, Duan Wuyan was protecting him.
"Lin Feng, have you heard my words?" Duan Wuyan stared directly at Lin Feng, his tone indifferent. At this moment, he no longer had the gentleness, but instead exuded the dignity of a superior, resembling a prince.
"I obey," Lin Feng nodded slightly. Naturally, he could not refuse Duan Wuyan's act of protecting him.
"Good, the princess is in your hands," Duan Wuyan said meaningfully to Lin Feng, then turned to Duan Tianlang and said, "Wang Shu, the soldiers are in your hands. When you arrive at the Blade-Breaking City, cooperate well with General Divine Arrow to fight the enemy. I will wait for your triumphant return at the Imperial City, towards the Heavenly Gate!"
"Your Highness, I will do my best to expel the Mo Ye and wash away the shame of the Blade-Breaking City," Duan Tianlang said solemnly. After that, he nodded to Duan Xinye, then left without any nostalgia.
Duan Tianlang walked to the position of the chief commander. Clad in black armor, he looked extremely majestic. He swept his gaze over the crowd and said, "The three armies, take your positions."
The sound of footsteps echoed. The soldiers in bronze armor removed the war drums and quickly returned to their positions.
The crowds from the Snow Moon Holy Institute and the Tianyi Academy also stood up. In the army, the commanders were supreme, and their orders were like mountains.
Moon Tianchen glanced coldly at Lin Feng, his eyes carrying a hint of killing intent. Then, he turned around and strode back to his position.
Feeling the opponent's cold killing intent, Lin Feng coldly thought, "I hope you don't provoke me."
Turning around, Lin Feng lifted his feet and walked towards the crowd from the Tianyi Academy.
"Lin Feng."
Just then, Duan Tianlang called out, causing Lin Feng to pause and look back at him.
"You're in the wrong place," Duan Tianlang said indifferently. "As the guardian of the princess, you must be by her side. When you are in the army, you cannot be so lazy. If anything happens to the princess, I will hold you accountable."
Lin Feng's eyes narrowed slightly. Duan Wuyan had just left, and now Duan Tianlang was pressuring him. However, he couldn't refute Duan Tianlang's reasons.
"I understand my mistake," Lin Feng said with a faint smile, adjusting his direction to walk towards Princess Duan Xinye. As the commander-in-chief, Duan Tianlang would likely exert pressure on him frequently. What Lin Feng needed to do now was to not give Duan Tianlang any chance or excuse.
"I'm sorry to trouble you," Duan Xinye said as she saw Lin Feng approaching, her eyes flashing with a gentle smile, beautiful and charming.
"It is an honor for Lin Feng to protect the princess," Lin Feng replied with a smile, politely.
Duan Xinye looked at Lin Feng, her eyes flashing twice, then chuckled, "Lin Feng, why do I feel like this doesn't quite look like the real you?"
Seeing her bright and beautiful smile, Lin Feng was stunned for a moment, then shrugged and smiled relaxedly.
"Flattering."
A faint sound reached Lin Feng's ears, and he felt as if there were eyes staring at him from behind. He turned around and saw Liu Fei glaring at him angrily, which made Lin Feng's eyes flicker.
Is this girl jealous?
Looking at Wen Qing, her pure and beautiful face remained cold and indifferent, not even glancing at Lin Feng, which made him smile bitterly. This woman was just so cold.
Seeing that the crowd had all returned to their positions, Duan Tianlang swept his gaze and his resonant voice spread far and wide, "Officers and soldiers, march!"
"March!"
Tens of thousands of soldiers shouted in unison, shaking the earth.
...
Several days later, on the vast land, yellow earth filled the sky, and the sound of hooves shook the ground.
On the ancient road, tens of thousands of soldiers rode war horses, forming a long dragon that stretched for dozens of miles, galloping on the earth, raising yellow dust like a tornado, obscuring the sky.
In the forefront of the crowd, two dragon steeds rode side by side, it was Lin Feng and Princess Duan Xinye. She insisted on riding with the soldiers, abandoning the comfort of the royal carriage.
Of course, in the Nine Heavens Continent, the world of martial artists, even women were rarely pampered. Martial artists traveled thousands of miles on horseback, which was nothing, and
only resulted in a little fatigue.
The sun was setting, and the twilight sky was extremely beautiful, with strands of red clouds, very gorgeous.
In the distance, a simple and ancient city slowly came into view of the crowd. This city was ancient, solemn, with a bit of tranquility and desolation. Under the sunset's reflection, it seemed even more bleak.
Blade-Breaking City, arrived!
After a moment, the three armies arrived at the foot of Blade-Breaking City. However, the city gate was tightly closed, and the people on the city walls looked down, their faces indifferent, without any movement.
"General Tianlang Wang leads the soldiers to come, quickly open the city gate," the messenger rode forward, waving the flag in his hand, shouting loudly at the city gate.
The people on the city gate remained indifferent, their voices cold, "Without General's order, the city gate will not open."
"Huh?" The soldiers in front heard the voice from the city gate and their eyes narrowed. The gate wouldn't open?
The messenger shouted angrily, "We are soldiers of the Imperial City, here by the king's order. Lord Tianlang Wang is the commander. Open the city gate quickly and let us in."
"Without General's order, the city gate will not open."
The voice from the city gate remained cold. Soldiers would only obey the commander's orders.
In Blade-Breaking City, General Divine Arrow Liu Canglan was the ruler, and no one could command the soldiers except him.
"Liu Canglan, you have a lot of nerve. It seems you don't care about the Snow Moon Royal Family," Duan Tianlang said coldly. "Could it be that Liu Canglan wants to declare himself king?"
When they heard Liu Canglan's words, the crowd began to whisper. Many people started to discuss. But at this moment, Lin Feng smiled coldly and said, "Your Highness, words can't be spoken carelessly. The soldiers on the city gate know our strength, yet they remain unfazed and refuse to open the city gate. This shows that General Divine Arrow is a capable leader with strict military discipline."
"It's you, Your Highness, who immediately said that General Divine Arrow wants to declare himself king. What is your intention?"
Upon hearing Lin Feng's questioning, Liu Canglan's gaze narrowed, and he looked coldly at Lin Feng, saying, "Do I need your input? Who do you think you are?"
"You are mistaken again, Your Highness. This time, I am appointed to protect the safety of the princess, and I will do my best. Your Highness, your words just now could have serious consequences, even triggering a mutiny. If anything happens to the princess in the mutiny, will you, Wang Shu, be held responsible?"
Lin Feng's gaze was direct, neither avoiding nor yielding.