Rebirth: The Journey of an Heiress novel Chapter 1214

Chapter 1214: Chapter 1208: Open the City Gates

Du Sanbao harbors deep resentment towards General Cui, driven by a fervent desire to atone for his past transgressions. Bai Qingyan had instructed to capture Cui Shanzhong alive at any cost, and Du Sanbao was determined to achieve this, even if it meant risking his own life.

At General Cui’s command, the Xiliang soldiers fled the battlefield alongside their commander.

Xiao Rongyan, deeply concerned for Bai Qingyan, watched as the Zhou soldiers pursued the defeated Xiliang forces. He ordered Yue Shi to lead troops to block the Xiliang soldiers at the east, west, and north gates while he rode swiftly with his guards towards the city wall.

The guard accompanying Xiao Rongyan spurred his horse ahead to the city gate, shouting loudly, "Ninth Prince of the Yan Kingdom leads reinforcements, please open the gates of Jiangzi City."

Bai Qingyan saw him advancing with only a team of guards towards Jiangzi City, gripping the Sun-shooting Bow tightly as she noticed the black mud on Xiao Rongyan’s horse’s legs and belly, indicating he had ridden non-stop to get here.

For reasons unknown, a warm tide surged in her eyes.

Since the loss of her grandfather, father, and uncles, she never imagined anyone would come to rescue her.

She constantly reminded herself that she was the Eldest Young Lady, the eldest daughter of the Bai family. No matter how difficult the path ahead, she must protect her mother, aunts, and younger siblings from the storms and never become a burden to them.

She could ride relentlessly day and night to Daliang to save her sister, lay down her life for her brother, and sacrifice for her mother and aunts—for the great cause!

In her life, the ambitions of the Bai family and the safety of all family members came before her own life.

She never thought anyone would come for her, tirelessly and without rest, just to save her!

If it were her younger siblings... she would never allow them to risk their lives for her, nor would she allow them to abandon Yunjing, hindering the great cause because of her.

She never expected Xiao Rongyan to come because, in her heart, Xiao Rongyan was someone like her who prioritized national affairs over personal feelings.

Currently, Yan is also attacking Xiliang. Although neither country has spoken openly, they are indeed competing in secret to see who will capture Yunjing first.

Zhou captured Yecheng Pass and Li Tianfu. To surpass Zhou in momentum, Yan must capture Yunjing and Li Tianjiao one step ahead of Zhou.

But he... did not attack Yunjing, he came to rescue her! Came so quickly!

She understood that this meant Xiao Rongyan had sacrificed something significant.

In future competitions between Yan and Zhou regarding national governance, the city of Yunjing, Xiliang’s well-established capital, would play a crucial role.

With Yunjing, Yan might still have the capacity to contest with Zhou,

Without Yunjing, Yan would lose.

At this moment, Xiao Rongyan had already reached the base of the city wall. He looked up at Bai Qingyan, finally breathing a sigh of relief seeing her safe and sound.

He had traveled without sleep, leading his troops, and finally... arrived on time!

Xiao Rongyan dreaded to imagine what would have happened if he had arrived a day late and Xiliang had breached Jiangzi City.

He understood Bai Qingyan too well. She would never allow herself to become a burden to the Bai family’s generals, nor would she allow herself to be a hindrance on the path to the unification of the land!

Just like before... when Bai Qingyan’s father, Vice Commander of the Bai family’s army, Bai Qishan, shot and killed the five sons of the Bai family.

Xiao Rongyan’s throat bobbed, bowing to Bai Qingyan hoarsely, "Is Your Majesty well?"

Bai Qingyan pressed her lips together, offering Xiao Rongyan a gentle smile, "Rest assured, Ninth Prince, all is well..."

"Your Majesty should return to the residence and let the soldiers clear the battlefield," Wei Zhong advised Bai Qingyan in a low voice, then smiled and greeted Xiao Rongyan, "Ninth Prince, please also take some time to change and have a hot drink!"

"We’ll discuss inside! Ninth Prince, please..." Bai Qingyan gestured to Xiao Rongyan.

Xiao Rongyan nodded solemnly, following Bai Qingyan to her temporary residence, observing her back intently as each step she took was painstaking.

Gravely injured and inquietude over Bai Qingyan, he had led the troops tirelessly both day and night. Throughout the journey, his fever had not abated, and after the recent battle, he was on the verge of collapse.

Shortly, upon reaching the residence, Wei Zhong courteously seated Xiao Rongyan in Bai Qingyan’s temporary study. The servants, trembling, served him hot tea before withdrawing.

The restless Chun Zhi, upon seeing Bai Qingyan return, hurried to greet her but was startled by the blood-soaked and armored figure of Xiao Rongyan.

Standing aside, Wei Zhong inquired, "The military doctor will arrive shortly, so you might want to change clothes first?"

Xiao Rongyan pressed his lips tightly, shaking his head uncomfortably.

"Wei Zhong, you and Chun Zhi... you may leave for now," Bai Qingyan said, removing the cloak from her armor and casually setting it aside, "Bring the military doctor in when he arrives."

"Yes!" Wei Zhong complied, withdrawing from the room. He instructed the others, informing them that the Ninth Prince and Her Majesty were discussing important matters, ensuring no one disturbed them. He then turned to Chun Zhi, "Chun Zhi, their discussion is private, so there’s no need for us to attend. Please, fetch hot water in the small kitchen."