Rebirth: My Healer Wife Owns Superpowers Chapter 276

Chapter 276: Chapter 276: Song Chengye's Army

The two stayed in Yecheng for a few days, during which they received several intelligence reports from Yanjing.

The situation seemed to be getting increasingly serious.

One moment the report said that the Donggao Emperor had killed an envoy, and another moment it claimed Donggao had sent an envoy to the Capital City of Beiyuan Kingdom, aiming to join forces with the Beiyuan Emperor to annihilate Zhao Xiyan.

Suddenly, another report stated that the Fox King was leading an army of three hundred thousand toward Yecheng to destroy Zhao Xiyan and reclaim the lost territories.

Upon hearing this news, Qi Yue quickly placed an order in the Space Mall for fifty thousand Small Fragrant Melons and several other powerful weapons.

Zhao Xiyan also made thorough preparations, as they only had fifteen thousand people in Yecheng.

At this time, Zhao Xiyan's charismatic leadership really stood out.

Many civilians voluntarily brought their sons to the military camp, expressing their wish for their children to enlist and protect Yecheng.

The civilians were extremely enthusiastic, and Zhao Xiyan wanted to seize the opportunity to expand his military force, so he recruited soldiers on the spot.

Yecheng was a large state capital covering three hundred thousand square kilometers. Despite years of exploitation by the Donggao royal family and a severe reduction in population, there were still eighty thousand people left.

By the end of the recruitment, they had managed to enlist six thousand robust young men.

One shouldn't underestimate these six thousand new soldiers; together, they had more than twenty thousand troops.

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Though the fighting power of the new soldiers was lacking, at least their presence was imposing.

Just as everyone was readying themselves to confront the Fox King, a courier suddenly delivered the latest intelligence.

It detailed that Song Qingshan had returned to Yanjing with the body of Song Qiyun, causing a shock throughout the Donggao Imperial Court. King Ye, Song Chengye, was devastated by the sudden death of his beloved son.

Angered by learning it was Zhao Xiyan's doing, the bearded prince could not sit still for a minute and petitioned the Donggao Emperor to lead an army personally to fight against Zhao Xiyan and reclaim his fief.

The Fox King couldn't have asked for a better opportunity.

Originally, he was not willing to wage war against Zhao Xiyan, as he had been defeated by him several times already.

Moreover, he was well aware that during their previous battles, Zhao Xiyan had not pursued a policy of annihilation. Otherwise, he, the Fox King of Donggao, might have already been no more.

Especially after hearing from Song Qingshan about that night, he conveniently fell ill and could no longer lead the troops himself.

Furthermore, as Song Qingshan conveyed Zhao Xiyan's message in front of all the officials, the Donggao Emperor could only agree to King Ye's request to deploy troops.

Ultimately, Zhao Xiyan had told him to “get his neck ready,” and he couldn't just sit idly by.

After all, as the ruler of a kingdom, he needed to maintain at least some dignity.

In the end, the Donggao Emperor decided to deploy three hundred thousand troops, led by King Ye, Song Chengye, to fight against Zhao Xiyan.

By the time the intelligence was received, Song Chengye's army had already set out toward Yecheng.

Upon hearing this news, Qi Yue grew restless.

Even though Song Chengye was not very capable, with three hundred thousand soldiers at his command, even if each soldier had only a horsewhip, they might still pile up into a mountain.

All together, Zhao Xiyan had only about twenty thousand troops, both new and old.

The disparity was too great.

Moreover, during this period, Zhao Xiyan's recruitment and stockpiling of supplies had surely cost a lot, and Qi Yue genuinely worried that he was running out of resources.

Initially, she had emptied the Marquis Residence, and since Zhao Xiyan's return to the country was less than a year ago, without any lucrative official positions, he would probably also be unable to hold on much longer.

It was time for her to make a move!

After all, this situation had arisen because of her.

With this in mind, she immediately went to inventory her space.

The warehouse she initially had, spanning thousands of square meters, was already packed full, uncountable gold and silver, weapons she had stockpiled, food…

She quickly estimated that just the food alone was enough to feed a hundred thousand troops for a year, not to mention she had unlimited space coins and could place orders anytime.

The only issue was how to take these items out without raising suspicions!

Qi Yue thought it over and realized there was only one way – to serve as the Military Supply Officer. This way, she could surreptitiously move out food, silver coins, and other supplies, and use them openly!

She believed Zhao Xiyan would definitely agree to her serving as the Military Supply Officer, and she wanted to discuss this matter with him immediately.

With this thought, Qi Yue instructed the maids not to follow her, and she had already left the house.

The residence they now occupied had been grandly constructed after King Ye, Song Chengye, was ennobled.

The location was excellent, the scenery beautiful, with pavilions, towers, and luxurious decorations throughout.

Zhao Xiyan had chosen for her the most spacious and splendid Furong Courtyard, while he himself lived in the neighboring Qingyue Pavilion.

Turning left out of Furong Garden led to Qingyue Pavilion, but she guessed Zhao Xiyan wasn't there; asking a passing servant confirmed he was indeed in the council hall.

Qi Yue passed through three sets of hanging flower gates before finally reaching the council hall in front.

As she approached, she could hear thunderous shouting from inside.

“Afraid? I'll be the first to crush anyone from the Song family!”

“Exactly, crush them!”

“I am willing to lead the charge!”

Standing by, Qi Yue listened for a while, her heart touched by everyone's fervor.

Having spent time here, Qi Yue came to believe the saying, “Birds of a feather flock together.”

The kind of subordinates one has is a reflection of their leader, and good leaders invariably educate good subordinates.

It was precisely because Zhao Xiyan was so outstanding that he had such bold and spirited subordinates.

Thinking this, Qi Yue felt even more confident in quelling the battle, and her resolve to be an excellent military supply officer strengthened!

She had to ensure the soldiers were well-fed.

The Spiritual Spring Water from her space could invigorate and strengthen them, and would be extremely beneficial for the soldiers.

As she was considering her plans, the council hall suddenly quieted down, and several officers of varying heights and builds came out, all bowing respectfully upon seeing Qi Yue.

The spectacle was somewhat overwhelming; just as Qi Yue was about to return the gesture, the tall one approached her directly.

“My lady, you are the master, there's no need for you to return their bows.”

The statement made Qi Yue feel slightly out of place.

Indeed, she had not yet adjusted to her relationship with Zhao Xiyan, and yet she was already acknowledged by everyone?

Then the chubby one came up smiling, “My lady, please go in. The master dismissed us upon hearing of your arrival, he's eager to see you!”

The four of them had interacted before, so they spoke quite freely, and Qi Yue didn't mind it.

However, the chubby man's words made her blush slightly.

The shorter one gave the chubby man a look.

“Watch your words, or the master might have to deal with you.”

The four of them walked away laughing, urging Qi Yue to hurry inside as well.

Qi Yue watched the group leave before she turned and entered.

She thought to find Zhao Xiyan in the hall, but to her surprise, she didn't see anyone.

“Hey, where is he?”

She had just wondered aloud when she suddenly felt a cool fragrance wafting behind her, slowly moving closer.

Qi Yue turned around swiftly, only to find herself in Zhao Xiyan's embrace.

One hand gripped her waist while the other pressed her head into his chest.

If it weren't for hearing Zhao Xiyan's excited voice, she would have thought this man was planning a murder in broad daylight.

“Yueyue, I heard you respond to them. Does that mean you agreed to me?”

“Cough, cough….”

Qi Yue freed her head from beneath Zhao Xiyan's large palm, her heart and eyes full of bewilderment.

How had she never noticed before how much this man enjoyed sudden embraces?

“What did I agree to them? What have I agreed to you?”

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