219: Chapter 0219 Gave Birth to a Good Daughter

As soon as these words were spoken, Zhao Caiwei lowered her eyes and bit her red lips, a faint blush spreading across her charming face.

Not long ago, Zhao Yunting had already laid his cards on the table and asked her if she was willing to marry Lin Xiao.

Zhao Caiwei understood that her father was doing this both for the future of the Zhao family and to provide her and her younger sister with someone to rely on.

Thinking of Lin Xiao's invincible figure from earlier today, Zhao Caiwei had agreed without much hesitation.

She had known of Lin Xiao's character from General Zhao Kuan's letters long ago; the fact that he could remember the name of every soldier was enough to earn her admiration!

She had been full of curiosity regarding this man's legendary battle record, and now, she had witnessed it with her own eyes.

She was already twenty-seven, an "old maid" in the eyes of the world.

But precisely because of her age, she knew very clearly what kind of man she liked.

When she watched Lin Xiao on horseback today, his heroic posture deterring two massive armies single-handedly...

She realized with a clear mind that she had been conquered by Lin Xiao.

Therefore, Zhao Caiwei did not hesitate to agree to her father's proposal and dug out women's clothing she hadn't worn in years.

However...

Zhao Caiwei's heart fluttered like a trapped deer. She had agreed, but what were the man's thoughts?

He was already married, and he had a Commandery Princess as a fiancée. She had also heard that Mu Wanying of the Mu Family was his confidante...

Even if she didn't fight for the status of an equal wife, would she be able to enter the Lin family's gates?

The woman quietly observed Lin Xiao, only to find that he seemed lost in thought.

At this moment, Lin Xiao's mind was racing!

It wasn't about anything else, but rather that once he truly agreed, Zhao Yunting would be his father-in-law.

By both sentiment and reason, he couldn't just stand by and watch him die, right?

Even if it was just to gain a powerful ally, he had to save him!

It wasn't that he looked down on his old subordinates in the Zhenbei Army, but they were all too green; combined, they weren't as useful as a single Zhao Yunting!

The man was nearly sixty, yet on the battlefield today, his instantaneous judgment of the situation remained sharp!

Striking when needed and calling for surrender when appropriate, he could be said to have controlled the entire situation!

This was talent! Experience! Prestige! Young generals truly couldn't learn this!

If it weren't for the Zhao family's two stupid sons colluding with the White Kings Army, Jingmen might have actually been successfully captured, albeit with heavy casualties.

Therefore, if Zhao Yunting could become one of his own, he would definitely be a massive help!

If Lin Xiao had no way to save him, that would be one thing, but the key was that he did!

In fact, he had seen long ago that there was a Heaven Grade Medicinal Pill almost permanently available in the prestige shop that had a high probability of saving Zhao Yunting!

"Nine Spirits Life-Sustaining Pill: An ancient secret medicine that can heal all physical trauma, bring the dead back to life, and prolong life. Heaven Grade, 8,000 Prestige!"

The prestige value of Medicinal Pills varied wildly between their upper and lower limits.

Even for those of the same Earth Grade, a cheap one cost only 200, while an expensive one would cost 800.

At the Heaven Grade, it became even more ridiculous; cheap ones were around 2,000, while expensive ones could exceed 10,000 each!

This was mainly because Medicinal Pills were unlike other items; with different corresponding effects, their values were completely different.

And this "Nine Spirits Life-Sustaining Pill," claimed to be a medicine that could bring back the dead, was naturally priced at a sky-high level!

Even with his current frugal spending, he had only saved up over 2,500 Prestige.

If he really had 8,000, he could almost exchange for the final volume of the Indestructible Golden Body!

Then perhaps he could ascend to the heavens in a single bound and directly become an Earthly Immortal!

Was he really going to give up such an opportunity to save this old man who had been loyal to the Prince of Yan for half his life?

What if he caused more trouble out of blind loyalty? Would he have to kill him with his own hands again?

"General Lin, please forgive me for putting you in a difficult position."

Seeing Lin Xiao delay his nod, Zhao Caiwei felt a pang of sorrow. As expected, he looked down on an old maid like her.

When something is offered so readily, people value it even less.

"Actually, Caiwei knows that she is of little fortune and plain appearance. I have made General Lin laugh..."

Beside them, Zhao Cailing stomped her feet, her tears nearly coming out from anger.

"On what basis do you look down on my sister!? In what way is my sister not good enough for you!?"

"Back then, the Young Masters of every noble family in the Yan Region broke down our threshold to propose marriage!"

"If it weren't for helping Father lead the troops and delaying her marriage, do you think it would be your turn!?"

Zhao Yunting reached out to soothe her. "Linger, don't be like that. General Lin has a family; it's normal for him to hesitate..."

Lin Xiao sighed and looked at the woman with a sincere gaze.

"Miss Caiwei, don't misunderstand. I just feel... I shouldn't take advantage of someone's peril!"

The Zhao father and daughters were stunned. The air instantly froze as three pairs of eyes looked at Lin Xiao in disbelief.

"Miss Caiwei is a heroine among women and the pearl of General Zhao's palm. If she is to marry me, I should be the one to come and ask for her hand. How can she be entrusted to me so hastily?"

Lin Xiao said with a face full of sincerity, "I feel that such a thing, which belittles Miss Caiwei, is inappropriate."

Hearing these words, Zhao Caiwei's heart, which had just plummeted to the bottom of a valley, became warm and sweet.

So... that's what he meant?

As expected, Brother Zhao Kuan had not misjudged him; he was a refined gentleman.

Zhao Cailing also lowered her head in embarrassment. She had misunderstood her brother-in-law!

Only Zhao Yunting felt a bit uncertain. What kind of scheme was this kid cooking up?

Lin Xiao cupped his fists and said, "General Zhao, I actually know of a method that might allow you to live. So... the priority right now is that I want to do my best to save you!"

"What!?" Zhao Caiwei said excitedly. "Is what General Lin says true!?"

Zhao Yunting was also shocked. If anyone else had said it, he certainly wouldn't believe it, but a Great Grandmaster... could there really be a way!?

"Because time is tight, I can't guarantee absolute effectiveness, but there is at least a fifty percent chance."

Lin Xiao said solemnly, "To save Old Zhao, I need a large amount of High Grade equipment—weapons, armor, shields, any of those will do."

"What do you need those for? Shouldn't you need Medicinal Pills?" Zhao Cailing asked curiously.

"There's no time to explain. If you trust me, don't ask too many questions."

"How much?"

Zhao Caiwei's eyes were firm; even if it was only a silver of hope, she would do her best!

Lin Xiao did a rough calculation. "Thirty pieces, the more the better!"

To gather 8,000 Prestige, he still needed about 5,500 points.

"So many!?"

Zhao Caiwei was stunned. Most equipment above yellow grade were actually weapons, and those who owned them were basically nobles.

Even in an elite unit like the Cold Iron Guard, only senior officers would have one piece; having two would be extraordinary!

"If there are a few pieces of mystic grade or Earth Grade, that would be even better."

Lin Xiao said, "Miss Caiwei, just pass on my military order and have the entire army hand over their High Grade equipment!"

"You must tell them that this is all to treat the Commander's injuries. Once used, they will be completely destroyed!"

"But we won't take them for nothing; all equipment can be paid for according to market prices!"

Destroyed!?

Zhao Caiwei was greatly shocked, but she didn't dare delay. She nodded and said, "I'll go right now!"

The woman turned around and decisively pulled out her vermilion hairpin. Her cloud-like hair fell loose, and she used a hair tie to pull it back into a ponytail.

That moment of valiant and heroic posture caused Lin Xiao's eyes to momentarily freeze.

Old Zhao, you really raised a damn good daughter!!

Lin Xiao steeled his heart and simply took out another Essence Pill worth 200 Prestige, handing it to Zhao Cailing.

"Take this. If the Commander can't hold on, give him this first."

Collecting equipment would take at least an hour or two. If he kicked the bucket before enough was gathered, that would be frustrating!

So, those 200 Prestige points had to be spent!

Zhao Cailing's eyes sparkled. "Ah! An Earth Grade Essence Pill?!"

Lin Xiao thought to himself that the girl truly lived up to her reputation for "Miraculous Healing"; her eyesight was excellent.

"With this Spirit Medicine, Father should be able to last past midnight!"

Zhao Cailing said excitedly, "Thank you, Brother-in-law!!"