Chapter 84 This Little Bao’er Always Thinks Differently

Chapter 84 This Little Bao'er Always Thinks Differently

Ruo Xi, held by Ci Xin, was brought to the main hall. She opened her eyes and looked around.

"This bandit's lair is quite impressive, with massive stones as fortifications. It's spacious and well-designed..."

Ci Xin’s narrow phoenix eyes swept over the area, silently acknowledging it as well.

The bandit's lair was indeed nicely decorated. The stone walls were smooth, adorned with various animal hides, giving it a wild yet cozy feel.

Ci Xin thought that if the little girl liked it, he could keep it and bring her up here to play from time to time in the future.

This place, a narrow pass, was truly beautiful, with mountains stretching for hundreds of miles, making one feel at ease.

As long as the little girl likes it!

"Little Azure Dragon, if this lair gets destroyed later, we should stay far away, so we don't get choked by the dust!"

The Imperial Tutor, who had been imagining bringing the little girl here for outings, was speechless. This Little Bao'er always thinks differently!

"We speak and act according to our principles," Yuan Hui said, raising his hand to have someone pour wine for the emperor. "Back then, when I led my Yuan family troops into the Ghost Head Mountain in the western border region, we sent out three groups for reinforcements, but they never arrived. We managed to break through the encirclement, only to hear that the old traitor from the previous dynasty was celebrating in the border city, and the messengers we sent couldn’t even deliver their reports!"

"Last year, His Majesty sent people to the western border to retrieve the remains of the soldiers who died in battle, and buried them outside the Imperial City!" Ci Xin gently patted the drowsy little girl, speaking softly.

"Really?" One of the bandits, Old Seven, immediately lifted his head and exclaimed.

"Hmm?" Ci Xin frowned slightly, looking at the fat man who disturbed his Xiao Xi'er.

"Sorry, Imperial Tutor, I got too excited." Old Seven stood up and whispered, "My brother was the deputy general under the leader. I didn't know where his remains were; the leader said they were still in the western border region!"

"There is a cemetery outside the capital where the remains of the border guards are buried!" Xiao Yin said.

"Your Majesty... you are different from what I imagined!" Old Seven wiped away a tear and said.

"I spent eight years guarding the border, living and eating with the soldiers. How could there be no feelings?" Xiao Yin glanced at the man and then looked at Ci Xin's arms.

Xiao Xi'er is asleep!

If she weren't sleeping, he would like to hear her thoughts.

Old Seven was once part of the western border city and one of Yuan Hui's trusted men.

Both Old Seven and his brother were originally cooks. His brother was discovered by Yuan Hui for his talent and promoted to deputy general, which made both brothers deeply respect him.

And this chubby Old Seven was said to have knife skills comparable to his brother.

Thus, the emperor was also interested in gathering some talented individuals.

"On this trip, I am going to the Northern Region to deliver military supplies. Apart from the hundred Black Armor Guards, the rest are just a hundred guards from the capital. On the way north, I heard there are many other strongholds. I would like to request General Yuan's assistance in escorting the supplies!" The emperor raised his wine bowl, looking at Yuan Hui.

"Leader, no, we have established ourselves here, envied by many. If they find out we are working for the imperial court, we will be ridiculed!" The third-in-command, who had been running to the restroom, changed his pants, and upon entering, immediately shook his head at the emperor's words.

"Yes, Leader, Second-in-command gave you the stronghold, and we can't work with those dogs of the court!" The other leaders disagreed.

Amidst the commotion, Ruo Xi woke up.

"What are you all arguing about?" Ci Xin raised his eyes, his gaze sharp as he scanned everyone. "If you don't comply, Emperor, kill them all!"

"Haha, demon, your arrogance is impressive!" The fourth-in-command, who had been silent until now, was known for his excellent martial arts and was the most ruthless among the bandits. He had remained quiet even when the second-in-command was killed, but now he moved.

He suddenly leaped from his seat, his long chain flying, with a grappling hook at one end.

Ci Xin's figure flickered, leaving the chair.

His speed was so fast that everyone rubbed their eyes, as if seeing an afterimage.

He sat down on another chair without standing up.

"Hmph, everyone says the Great Wei Imperial Tutor is skilled. Today, let me test you!" The fourth-in-command spoke, and several thin chains flew toward Ci Xin.

Ci Xin stepped outside the door.

Ruo Xi had been watching the chain, admiring its resilience and liking the weapon.

A flash of light caught her eye, and the next moment, Ci Xin used his sleeve to shield her.

Xiao Yin, holding his wine bowl, turned to look outside, focusing on the little girl in Ci Xin's arms.

Ci Xin's abilities were well-known. Even if all these people attacked together, he could handle them while carrying Xiao Xi'er with one hand.

But he was still worried that Ci Xin might accidentally drop Xiao'er during the fight.

So, Xiao Yin stood up.

"Imperial Tutor!" The plump Old Seven hurried toward Ci Xin.

"Hmm? Old Seven, don't cause trouble. This has nothing to do with you!" The fourth-in-command sneered, "Your cooking skills won't even last a single move against this demon. Don't embarrass yourself!"

Old Seven grinned and said, "Fourth Brother, I'm not here to help you. I'm here to take care of the child. Imperial Tutor, please focus on fighting my Fourth Brother, but don't hurt the little princess. Here, give me the child!"

"The Imperial Tutor can handle this with one hand. No need for your help. Xiao Xi'er is happy right now!" Ci Xin looked down at the little girl in his arms, seeing her calm expression and her interest in the chains, wanting to claim them for herself. For this reason, he felt the fight was necessary. Afterward, he could take the chains for Xiao'er to play with.

"Old Seven, you coward, get lost!" The fourth-in-command spoke, and a chain whipped toward Old Seven.

"Boom!"

A sword scabbard suddenly emerged from the main hall, deflecting the chain.

"When did our narrow pass become a place for fratricide?" Yuan Hui walked out, his expression cold as he rebuked.

"Hmph, you still have the nerve to say it, Yuan Hui. Second Brother gave his position to you, and yet you just watched as the tyrant had him executed. Isn't this also fratricide?" Fourth Brother coldly rebuked.