Empress, she is beautiful Lu Ziye

After Bi Luo finished speaking, she nodded at him and smiled, then turned and walked back.

Lou Shen froze on the spot. After a moment, he regained his composure and walked along North Street in the faint morning light.

After a sleepless night, his eyes were a little tired, but his mind was clear, as if someone was plucking a string in his ear, making him tremble.

Lou Shen did not go through the main door, but went directly through the side door and went around to the courtyard where Wei Jianen lived.

There were some broken ice on the branches and leaves along the two paths. The hem of the clothes swept over and fell, plunging into the soil and quickly turning into water droplets.

Wei Jianen had a good sleep last night and got up early today. When Lou Shen came back, he was doing morning exercises.

The horse stepped forward and stood firmly on the spot, turning his hands into fists, spreading his arms through the wind, and his gaze was like a torch.

Wear the training clothes on your body, and there will be no wind.

The light and steady footsteps disturbed the sound of the trees in the courtyard. Wei Jianen retracted his fist, came to his senses, coughed twice, and then asked, "Have you been to Mingyue Pavilion?"

"Yes."

Wei Jianen smiled, "I know you can't help it."

Lou Shen pursed his lips and lowered his head slightly, "I haven't seen Nan Zhen. According to her subordinates, she must have traveled far away. Your side..."

"I just received the news," Wei Jian'en paused, "Your Majesty is going to go on a personal expedition. We will set off today."

Lou Shen was startled and took two steps forward, "Nan Zhen..."

Wei Jianen nodded, "Concubine Li will accompany you."

In ancient times, there has never been a precedent for an emperor to conduct a personal expedition. His Majesty's move is likely to attract criticism.

They knew that Nan Zhen was accompanying him for business, but the rest of the world didn't know.

If the war goes well, she will be a beautiful woman; if things don't go well, she will only blame her beauty for her troubles.

It would be easier if she came from a military general's family, but she happened to be from the Qin family...

Thinking of this, Lou Shen couldn't help but frown, "Your Majesty has been preparing for his personal expedition for a long time. The personnel and equipment for his entourage should be decided upon after many discussions with the courtiers. It is inappropriate for Concubine Li to accompany her, and you did not dissuade her?"

After hearing what he said, Wei Jianen walked to the corridor and sat down with a smile, "This matter was Li Bin's own idea."

His Majesty has already agreed, so they can't say anything more.

Besides, the people who can be invited by His Majesty to the Zichen Palace to discuss this matter are all important ministers. Who among these people doesn't know Li Concubine's abilities?

With her by His Majesty's side, they felt more at ease.

Lou Shen let out a breath, but his frown did not relax.

My heart is depressed and I can't let go.

Seeing him like this, Wei Jianen raised his hand and patted his shoulder, "It's good to have a good meal and you won't be late."

"Many people have gathered on Chang'an Street today to see off His Majesty. Shall we also go and have a look?"

"Yes."

Lou Shen followed him, hearing him cough from time to time, and asked with concern, "Old General, the cold has been here for more than a month, why is it still not getting better?"

Wei Jianen lowered his eyes and said in a relaxed tone, "As people get older, diseases go away like threads, and recovery is slow."

"Why don't you ask a doctor from outside the mansion to try it?"

"No need."

On a cold winter day, frost flowers hang from the eaves on both sides of Chang'an Street, crystal clear.

On a day when we should be warming up by the fire, the streets are crowded with people, craning their necks to look ahead.

"Where is your Majesty? Are you here?"

"Don't squeeze, don't squeeze, you're stepping on my feet!"

"Your Majesty, are you taking a carriage? It's a long way to the border. I'm afraid it'll be the beginning of spring when we get there."

Someone next to me retorted, "It's necessary. The war is tight. If we travel for a month or two, I'm afraid Liang Guo will invade!"

"But that's not an ordinary military commander. Your Majesty must be careful when traveling."

……

Amidst the chatter, someone suddenly heard someone shouting "Here we come." Everyone had no time to answer the conversation, so they only stood on tiptoes and looked forward.

The iron hoofs trampled on each other, falling on the stone slabs one after another, creating waves of sound that could overwhelm mountains and seas. The armor was scratching, and the sound was shrouded in cold light. From the farthest corner of the eye, it hit the face, making people awe-inspiring.

The noisy crowd became silent as the army approached, and they just opened their mouths and stretched their necks to watch.

The grain and grass did not leave the capital, but had already been transported to the front line in several routes.

Xiao Rongxi traveled lightly, with a solemn expression, his back slightly tilted, holding the reins in his hands, lying on the horse's back, and driving the horse forward.

There is a cold wind in my ears, and a flag is flying beside my body.

This battle can only be won, not lost.

In the crowded Chang'an Street, only the sound of marching could be heard. Eyes from both sides were focused on him. He did not reduce his speed, but loosened the reins and clasped his fists to the left and right.

Resolute and calm.

Everyone was stunned for a moment, looking left and right, and then realized that His Majesty was actually saluting ordinary people like them.

In the confusion, I don't know who raised the head, and the sound was covered up one after another.

"Your Majesty triumphs!"

"Your Majesty triumphs!!"

"Your Majesty returns in triumph!!!"

……

It was as continuous as a stream, but it carried the boat again, shouting until people's eyes turned red, and their hands couldn't help but tremble slightly in excitement.

I wish I could immediately take the enemy's head with a sword and spear in hand.

Amidst the mountain calls, someone stood on the railing of a high-rise building, his eyes following Xiao Rongxi's slim figure beside him.

Nan Zhen was naturally keen, so she turned around and met Wei Jianen's smiling eyes, and saw Lou Shen's slightly complicated eyes.

Her serious eyebrows relaxed for a moment, and after nodding to the two of them, she followed the team towards the city gate without looking back.

The dust rose and fell, but the people on the street still gathered together for a long time.

Wei Jianen lowered his eyes for a while and said to Lou Shen, "Let's go."

……

Starting in the early morning, we walked through the bamboo forest path, walked through the mountain stream, walked through the open grassland, and finally stopped in the woods.

They are already far away from the capital.

Fei Liu clamped his legs on the horse's belly and walked to Xiao Rongxi's side in small steps, "Your Majesty, it's getting late. There are shades of trees here to hide. If you go forward, you will have a wider view. You can take a break."

Xiao Rongxi looked at it immediately and nodded, "Just right here."

Fei Liu immediately made arrangements, and within a moment, small temporary tents popped up.

Nan Zhen got off her horse and took a water bag. As soon as she took two steps, she was grabbed by the wrist, "Where are you going?"

"When I first came here, I saw a river over there. I went to get some water."

"I'm with you."

When the team stopped, sentries were already in place. The two of them walked on the river beach, rarely relaxing.

The water is flowing and there are no houses around, so it is extremely clear.

Nan Zhen squatted down, took a handful and tasted it, "Not bad, it's still a little sweet."

Xiao Rongxi followed suit, quenched his thirst, and asked, "Are you still comfortable with today's journey?"

"Your Majesty underestimates me too much. A few years ago, it was common to travel day and night."

Nan Zhen filled the water bag with water, sat on the ground, looked up at the crescent moon in the sky, "But marching is still different."

Xiao Rongxi didn't speak, just looked at her and signaled to continue.

"I'm basically alone when I go out. I can rest when I want and walk when I want. When marching, you have to follow orders."

In particular, you must know how to take care of the feelings of soldiers.

The long journey was hard work, and with His Majesty accompanying them, they were even more nervous and did not dare to neglect for a moment.

The purpose of the imperial commander's personal expedition is to boost morale. He should eat and live with them, but he should not put on airs and weaken the fighting spirit of the soldiers.