Jin Zhanwen completely ignored Ye Longlin’s words, even squinting and saying unpleasantly, “You don’t look like a good person. Punishing you on the spot would be ridding the world of a pest.”
“Who knows if you’re an escaped criminal from out of town? Perhaps I, Jin, can even earn merit.”
It was hard to imagine such words coming from a serving defense official.
Whether it was a lack of discernment or a distortion of right and wrong, it was worth pondering.
However, Jin Zhanwen was also greatly alarmed. The fact that his battle saber could be shattered so easily indicated that the other party was a martial artist, and only a martial artist could achieve such a feat.
Following Jin Zhanwen’s command, the soldiers behind him simultaneously drew their swords, preparing to act.
But just then, a series of crisp footsteps approached, as if the entire ground was trembling, and ripples spread across the nearby water.
*Tap, tap, tap—*
Immediately after, guards dressed in black uniforms appeared before everyone’s eyes!
Jin Zhanwen stared at the person leading them, frowning, and said coldly, “Who are you, this motley crew that popped out of nowhere?”
In the past, after he appeared, almost no one could stand before him and speak to him directly. Now, not only had he encountered a martial artist, but a motley crew had also arrived at such a time!
What, did they really think he was easy to bully?
“If you are the top candidate called by this little beast, you don’t have the right to mediate, understand? Scram to the side and watch!”
Ye Longlin watched the scene unfold calmly, without a word.
The person who arrived was Ning Qi!
At the same time, another group of soldiers in uniform appeared on the other side, led by a woman, Xuan Niao.
Behind her, men in neat attire sealed off the entire area, with a guard every half meter, making the scene airtight.
Xuan Niao strode forward, calling out excitedly, “Boss, Sister-in-law!”
Ye Longlin was not surprised at all. The day he and Mu Hanqi registered their marriage, he had already anticipated such a day. He just hadn’t expected them to be so fast. How long had it been, and they had already found him.
The sudden turn of events exceeded his expectations, leaving him no time to react as the entire scene was surrounded.
After calling them a motley crew, another team arrived. At the very least, he could tell that these two teams were definitely not motley crews!
Ning Qi also stepped forward. He was not wearing a military uniform but an administrative jacket and quickly approached Ye Longlin.
“Ning Qi, pays his respects to Marshal Ye!”
In an instant, silence fell!
Everyone around stared with wide eyes, looking at Ye Longlin in disbelief.
Jin Zhanwen was the first to react, a chill coursing through his limbs and reaching the crown of his head.
“Marshal Ye? The Commander-in-Chief of the three armies who retired more than half a year ago?”
Everyone present widened their eyes. Old Dong suddenly turned to look at Ye Longlin, recalling that not long ago, he had claimed to be a general, and he hadn’t believed it. Who would have thought that the other party’s identity was even more terrifying than he had imagined?
The Commander-in-Chief of the three armies, who had retired more than half a year ago, was undoubtedly the pillar of stability for many in Great Xia. He had quelled several wars in just over a month, a record that was absolutely top-tier today, and every war had been fought brilliantly.
Jin Zhanwen’s mind was so shaken that he nearly lost his footing and fell to the ground. Amidst the shock, a chilling premonition of impending doom coursed through his body.
This disheveled Ye Longlin, who looked like an ordinary person, was actually the former Commander-in-Chief of the three armies!
“This… how is this possible?”
He couldn’t believe that the man before him, who seemed so easy to bully, was actually the leader of the Great Xia military, the only commander in nearly a century to break historical achievements and attain the rank of Six-Star Marshal!
Finally, Jin Zhanwen remembered that the team in black uniforms was the Capital Guards, who had once been directly commanded by the Second Elder!
Their appearance here now clearly confirmed that the person before them was indeed that Commander-in-Chief!
“Old… Old Jin, are you sure? He’s the Commander-in-Chief of the three armies?”
He Baowen was stunned, feeling utterly bewildered. How could such a true dragon, and a nine-clawed golden dragon at that, appear in their small town?
Fear appeared on his face, and he was no longer as arrogant and overbearing, nor did he exhibit his usual bullying demeanor.
Such an existence, even after retiring, was a martial arts giant.
The other party could crush him in minutes with a casual flick of his fingers!
The surrounding neighbors also cast their gazes upon Ye Longlin, their eyes gleaming with newfound admiration. Clearly, they hadn’t expected the young man they usually liked to have such an extraordinary background!
“Marshal Ye, will you handle this yourself, or shall I step in?”
Ning Qi asked softly, his tone calm, but the meaning was quite clear.
He was asking whether they should be dealt with, but how they would be dealt with depended on the attitude of the person before him.
“You handle it.”
Ye Longlin waved his hand, unconcerned by the matter. Instead, after Ning Qi took Jin Zhanwen away, Ye Longlin stepped forward and stood in the middle.
“My fellow villagers, I must go to the capital. During my absence, I hope you can take good care of my wife.”
He was worried about leaving Mu Hanqi alone, especially since she was three months pregnant, making certain things inconvenient.
Now that his identity was revealed, he believed they wouldn’t refuse too strongly if they were asked for help.
“Little one, don’t worry, I’ll definitely take good care of your wife, hehe.”
Hearing Old Dong’s words, a Dragon Pavilion soldier beside him silently placed his battle saber at Old Dong’s neck.
Old Dong: “……”
Ye Longlin: “……”
Everyone: “……”
Ye Longlin rubbed his forehead slightly, speaking helplessly, “Don’t be rude. I have already retired. I am just an ordinary person. If I go back this time, it’s only to see if I can help, and that’s all.”
The Dragon Pavilion soldier then sheathed his saber.
“I’ll have Xuan Niao leave a team here to protect your safety. I’ll also arrange for Bai Wuchang to come here to accompany you later.”
Ye Longlin looked at Mu Hanqi, whose belly was showing, feeling reluctant. However, there was no other way. The soldiers were in short supply, and since they had come, it meant it was the Elder Council’s decision. Therefore, there was nothing more to say about this matter.
“Okay.”
Mu Hanqi did not act coy. She knew that her safety was the most important thing. If anything happened to her, Ye Longlin would be distracted on the battlefield, and the battlefield was no place for distractions!
“I’ll wait for you here. I’ll wait for you to come back.”