The Princess of Northern Land
Chapter 555: Surprise Attack (6)_1

Chapter 555: Chapter 555: Surprise Attack (6)_1

"It’s not us who are slow, Master, you’re just too greedy." Lin Ziyin ribbed back with laughter. Of course, she wasn’t serious about picking a quarrel with Master Hui Zhen. She just enjoyed their playful banter.

Master Hui Zhen had a cheerful and bold personality. Despite being a monk, he did not conform to the typical regulatory discipline of one. Instead, he more so resembled a chivalrous gentleman of the jianghu. In these recent days, he often visited the Lin family to dine freely, so he and Lin Ziyin had grown quite close, transcending their age difference to become close friends. Their conversations flowed freely without pretense.

Chu Suifeng was even more pleased to see his queen consort building a good relationship with the monk of Ding’an Temple. For him, the temple was like a second home. All the monks were like family. If his queen consort got along well with the monks, his life would be much easier in the future.

"You are simply too sharp for me, lass. Let’s stop the chatter and eat." Having satiated his passion for banter, Master Hui Zhen laughed and urged Lin Ziyin to dig in.

"Serve the dishes." Chu Suifeng commanded.

Hong Ying and Lun Luo immediately started serving the dishes. As there were no maids in the residence, they temporarily took up the role of serving girls.

Although conditions were tough, the meals served in the residence were decent—six dishes and one soup among the three of them. The meal had a balanced assortment of meat and vegetables, sufficient for their consumption. They had never been short of food on their journey, but they hadn’t exactly enjoyed delectable cuisine either. Now, being able to indulge in such a delightful meal, they ate with great relish.

After finishing their peaceful meal, Lin Ziyin immediately invited Master Hui Zhen to accompany them to the city walls.

Master Hui Zhen did not refuse, nodding his agreement.

The courtyard where Luo Heng lived was not far from the city gate, probably chosen for convenience.

This time, Lin Ziyin rode in a carriage, while Master Hui Zhen and Chu Suifeng were on horseback.

The streets were sparsely populated, and the constructed roads were remarkably wide, allowing the carriage to speed through unhindered.

It didn’t take them long to reach the city gate.

The northern gate of Border City was unique, with dual gates standing guard on both the interior and exterior. One was made from Mystical Iron, while the second was a heavy wooden gate bolted with iron.

The place truly lived up to its reputation as the gateway to the Northern Land!

At that moment, the city gate and the city walls were bristling with well-armed soldiers. The city gate had been closed early, no one was allowed to leave, and incoming merchants were blocked out as well.

The pervasive atmosphere of impending war was palpable.

Standing on the city walls with Chu Suifeng and Master Hui Zhen, she looked out at the empty land beyond and felt an overwhelming mix of emotions. Once one leaves the northern gate of Border City and heads north, there are hardly any signs of human habitation. This vacant strip of land would soon serve as a brutal battlefield.

As Luo Heng said, Border City was different from other cities. Only the southern and northern city gates required heavy protection. The gates on the left and right sides were located on the inside of the precipitous cliffs. If enemies wished to attack from the east or west side, they would have to pay a heavy price.

"Greetings, Prince." The soldiers standing guard on the city walls were thrilled to see Chu Suifeng; their admiration for him was evident.

"At ease." Chu Suifeng raised his hand, "Stay vigilant and monitor the enemy’s movements."

"Yes, Prince."

"Prince, Miss Lin, Master Hui Zhen." Luo Heng, too, noticed their arrival and hurriedly came over to show respects.

"Has there been any movement from Timur?" Chu Suifeng asked.

"No," Luo Heng replied, "It seems they harbor nefarious intentions."

Chu Suifeng nodded.

"Prince, allow me to take a few men to challenge them? This coward hasn’t dared to show his face since his arrival." A general asked for permission to provoke the enemy.

"Hold your positions." Chu Suifeng commanded.

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