240: Chapter 240 Going Its Own Way

Five hundred Prestige points? It was the largest kill reward he had received so far, but it was still quite stingy.

Lin Xiao didn't really care. This kind of sudden powerhouse was a source of endless trouble if left alive, so he was quite satisfied to have killed him successfully.

If he had to engage in a hundred-mile chase, there would have been too many variables. When all was said and done, he had to play it safe!

After searching the body, Lin Xiao discovered that although the Dragon Scale Bracers were black, their main body was actually intact.

Good grief! They were worthy of being forged from extraterrestrial meteorite iron; they were so durable!?

If this guy had worn a full set, he really wouldn't have been able to blow him up!

After appraising them, he found that a pair of bracers could be exchanged for 2000 Prestige points! That meant if he bought them from the shop, they would cost 4000!

For an Earth Grade piece of equipment, that was an exorbitant price!

Although Lin Xiao was short on Prestige, he wouldn't make such a losing deal. Even if he couldn't use them, he could give them to the women.

Mu Wanying and Zhao Caiwei were both on the front lines, and these Earth Grade bracers could save their lives at critical moments.

To his surprise, he even found a pill?

[Tiger Explosion Pill (mystic grade): Can increase internal power by thirty percent for a short time, but will damage the meridians.]

Lin Xiao was shocked. How could this guy have such a "poison" on him?

For General Yelu Chuku, who possessed Heaven Grade talent, his body was the foundation of everything. Taking this medicine was equivalent to destroying his own foundation!

"Could it be... that this wasn't his own item?"

Lin Xiao looked at the Dragon Scale Bracers. This thing didn't look like something the Khitan could obtain; it was highly likely that only the powerful elites of the Great Gan could possess it.

"Heh... well played, Prince Bai. Not only did you scheme against me, but you also dragged General Yelu Chuku into it."

Lin Xiao could guess with his eyes closed that Prince Bai must have been pulling strings in the dark.

The plan was quite loud and clear: first, let him and General Yelu Chuku suffer mutual destruction, and if he died, General Yelu Chuku would also be crippled.

But when our side reveals the identity of a twenty-year-old Great Grandmaster who has entered the Dao through martial arts, how would you respond, Your Excellency?

"Old Bai, oh Old Bai, you caused me to lose a grenade. Sooner or later, I will settle this score with you."

The Tiger Explosion Pill could be exchanged for 200 Prestige points. Lin Xiao didn't hesitate and exchanged it immediately. This thing would only harm others and himself if kept.

Putting away General Yelu Chuku's body, Lin Xiao immediately rode back.

On the way, Lin Xiao found Princess Li Xinglan in a pile of rocks.

This woman was also quite carefree, actually playing dice by herself, acting as both the dealer and the player.

Being caught by Lin Xiao, Princess Li Xinglan felt somewhat embarrassed.

"Hehe... General Lin, you're back? You aren't hurt, are you?"

Lin Xiao looked at her with a half-smile. "Princess, you truly have the demeanor of a great general. At a time like this, you still have such leisure and elegance."

Princess Li Xinglan blushed. "I can't help anyway, so why can't I gamble a little?"

"Gambling a little is fine, just don't delay important matters."

Lin Xiao said seriously, "We will attack the city tomorrow. You should get a good rest tonight."

Princess Li Xinglan was stunned. "General Yelu Chuku... was he really killed by you?"

Lin Xiao nodded, then rode his horse back to the camp on his own.

Princess Li Xinglan gazed at the man's figure in the night, lost in thought for a long time...

Back at the military camp. As soon as Lin Xiao lifted the tent flap, he saw Qing Zaner in a nightgown, burning incense and chanting scriptures.

"Benefactor! You're back?" Seeing Lin Xiao enter, Qing Zaner felt relieved and smiled sweetly.

"I was still praying to the Bodhisattva for your safe return, and you came back. This is truly wonderful..."

"You believe in Buddha?" Lin Xiao could tell that the woman really knew how to chant scriptures.

Qing Zaner said with shame, "Perhaps it's because I've done too many bad things... I started copying and chanting Buddhist scriptures a few years ago, hoping to find some solace."

Lin Xiao chuckled. "The reason I was able to return alive is that I am strong enough; it has nothing to do with your prayers."

"Once Qizhou is recovered and the Khitan people are driven out, I will still hand you over to Princess Xinglan."

"In front of me, you don't need to use these tactics; it's useless!"

Upon hearing this, Qing Zaner's pretty face turned pale as she lowered her head, revealing a look of grievance.

"Benefactor has misunderstood. I have never had such intentions..."

Lin Xiao had no interest in entertaining her. He waved his hand and said, "Alright, go find another place to sleep tonight. I need to rest."

General Yelu Chuku was dead, and the overall situation was settled. Lin Xiao had no interest in continuing to play the role of the Marquis of Ruyang, so it didn't matter if people were suspicious.

Qing Zaner knitted her dark eyebrows. No matter how Lin Xiao viewed her, she would not resent him.

She had done so many dirty deeds and deserved to die; being alive was already a stroke of luck. Lin Xiao had avenged her and was her benefactor; she was extremely grateful in her heart.

But the human heart is complex, and desires are infinite. She was used to being the queen of flowers and used to the infatuated gazes of men.

Suddenly, there was a man she admired who treated her with disdain? This huge gap made Qing Zaner full of unwillingness; it was too painful...

She gave Lin Xiao a pitiful look, only to find that the man had already lain down, too lazy to pay attention to her. With a faint sigh, Qing Zaner had no choice but to walk out and find her maid to make do for the night...

The next morning. Lin Xiao accompanied Princess Li Xinglan, who was dressed in military attire, into the command camp.

Princess Li Xinglan had a serious expression and said in a firm tone, "Everyone, I have discussed it with the Marquis, and we have decided to mobilize the entire army today to recover Qizhou!"

As soon as these words were spoken, the dozen or so officers present changed color! This meant they were going to have a decisive battle with General Yelu Chuku's White Wolf Cavalry!

Wei Kongming and the other war hawks were overjoyed. However, the few who were direct subordinates of the Marquis of Ruyang found it unbelievable, thinking that the Marquis must have gone mad!?

Wasn't it agreed to just put on an act, send Princess Li Xinglan to take the blame, and then go home to eat, drink, and be merry? If they really went up to fight, wouldn't that be suicide!?

Sure enough, they soon saw the "Marquis of Ruyang" wink at them... Ah, so that was it. The Marquis found it inconvenient to speak himself and wanted them to object. This old fox was truly cunning!

"Princess! General Yelu Chuku is highly skilled in martial arts, and the White Wolf Cavalry is at the height of its momentum. Attacking the city now is truly inappropriate; we must plan carefully!"

"Indeed, although our army has a numerical advantage, it is not an absolute advantage when it comes to a siege..."

Several of the Marquis of Ruyang's men began to object one after another. Princess Li Xinglan slammed the table in anger and rebuked, "How bold! The enemy is fierce, but they only have thirty thousand. We have an army of seventy thousand; what is there to fear?!"

"I am a mere woman, yet I dare to don armor and take the field, while you are timid and hesitant?! In terms of sentiment, my father is still being humiliated in the enemy camp. As direct subordinates of the Prince of Yan, how can you just sit by and watch?!"

"In terms of logic, the White Wolf Cavalry is in the city and cannot launch a charge; on the contrary, this is the perfect opportunity for us to encircle and annihilate them!! If you dare to push back and make excuses again, don't blame me for dealing with you according to military law!!"

When these words were spoken, Wei Kongming and the others were very encouraged and looked at Princess Li Xinglan with admiration. They didn't expect that the young, hitherto unknown Princess would have such courage and determination.

The few dissenters were fearless. "If the Princess insists on acting arbitrarily, you are welcome to take away our military command!" "That's right! This subordinate requests to resign!"

As soon as the words fell, a "clang" was heard!! The "Marquis of Ruyang" suddenly drew the sword from his waist and slashed three times, "ka ka ka"!! Only a few screams were heard, and the heads of seven mid-to-high-ranking generals fell to the ground.