Chapter 88: Becoming a Doting Father

Chapter 88: Becoming a Doting Father

At the foot of the mountain, Yuan Hui and Old Seven stood with a group of about a hundred people.

"This journey north will involve several more checkpoints to pass through. I need you all!" Xiao Yin, the emperor, spoke earnestly despite his imperial status and supreme dignity.

"These supplies are for the border troops. They need to be well-fed and warm to defend Great Wei steadfastly. Your Majesty, we are willing to follow you to our deaths!" Yuan Hui immediately knelt on one knee, clasped his fists, and declared loudly.

"Good! Hahahaha..." Xiao Yin stepped forward, lifted Yuan Hui up, and laughed heartily.

Baby Ruo Xi was being held by her mother. She turned her head to look at the other side of the mountain.

Though only two months old, this little demon had exceptional vision.

"This one-eyed fellow may be a bit stupid, but the murderous aura around him has vanished. Although his skills are not high, his loyalty seems solid!" Baby Ruo Xi thought. "I wonder if Uncle can recruit him!"

Xiaoyue gently patted her daughter, then looked towards the nearby area and said, "General Yuan, among the ten commanders in the Narrow Pass, besides Old Seven whom you trust, what about the others?"

Yuan Hui turned to look at the group standing at the foot of the mountain and raised an eyebrow.

These people had ignored him earlier when he was discussing the distribution of silver and their choices on the mountain. So, Xiao Yin had let them come down first.

Now that he had descended to the foot of the mountain, they followed him. He thought for a moment and said, "Your Majesty, Yuan Hui has a request."

"Speak!" Xiao Yin looked at Yuan Hui with deep eyes.

He had heard Ruo Xi's words. After three years on the throne, he had gathered a loyal group of ministers, but it was still not enough. If he could gain more brave and loyal generals, it would greatly strengthen his position.

"All those in the Narrow Pass joined because they couldn't survive otherwise. Over the years, I believe they are all men of passion. I hope Your Majesty will allow me to recruit them!" Yuan Hui said.

Earlier on the mountain, Yuan Hui had only counted the soldiers who had escaped with him and those later recruited into the stronghold. He did not force the others.

"If they are not recruited, they will face extermination."

"Previously, with Yuan Hui in charge, the stronghold was easy to defend and hard to attack, and the Seven Colors Palace interfered. Ordinary soldiers were no match!"

"However, these men can stand on their own. It depends on what Uncle thinks!"

Xiao Yin looked at Yuan Hui, remained silent for a while, then nodded slowly. "Fine, let them follow you. Past offenses will be forgiven, but if they break the rules or harm the people again, I will not spare them, and the punishment will be even harsher!"

"Yes!" Yuan Hui, excited, turned and walked over to the one-eyed man and the others.

"We don't know if we can handle it. Training might be too tough for us!"

"I've heard that military rules are extremely strict. We don't know how to follow them!"

"Maybe we should find something else to do!"

"If you could find something else to do and support yourselves, why would you have gone up the mountain?" Old Seven looked at the group and said, "Military rules are many, but if we focus on the most important ones, nothing is unchangeable!"

"If you want to stay and follow me, make your decision quickly. If you're still hesitant, you can leave now!" Yuan Hui finished speaking and walked away.

"One, two, three..." Baby Ruo Xi counted on her tiny fingers.

Xiaoyue thought that when her baby grows up, she won't have to worry like other parents, constantly stressing over teaching their children. She felt much more at ease.

"We are willing to follow the leader!" The group, led by the one-eyed man, knelt on one knee in submission.

"Good!" Yuan Hui turned to the emperor, who nodded slightly. He smiled and waved, saying, "Good, from now on, brothers, we'll eat the royal rations!"

"Good!" The group responded together.

In these times, the nation's foundation was unstable, and there were frequent border conflicts, causing widespread panic among the people.

Being bandits wasn't easy.

Not only did the government frequently conduct raids, but when they occasionally went down the mountain, the villagers would try to kill them if they were alone.

So, even though they were bandits, their lives were not easy.

The group followed the emperor's procession north.

Inside the carriage, Xiao Yin held his niece, a smile playing on his lips.

"Yue'er, after this trip, I've noticed you've grown a lot," Xiao Yin said.

Xiaoyue fed the little girl, held by Jingyu, with spoonfuls of porridge. She smiled and said, "How old am I? If I hadn't grown, there would be something wrong with my brain!"

"Indeed, my brain was problematic before, full of water. Now, it's drained out." Baby Ruo Xi, munching on the porridge, found her mother somewhat annoying.

So beautiful, so skilled, and a princess, yet so blind...

Xiaoyue's mouth twitched as she looked at Little Bao'er's gaze. She felt both amused and exasperated.

Who gets criticized by their daughter without being able to argue back?

"But now, it's good. Cutting off bad ties and acting decisively—no hesitation, no mercy. That's the path to greatness!"

Baby Ruo Xi looked at her mother's stunning face and felt a deep affection.

"A beautiful mother is a joy to behold. Ah, a handsome uncle is also nice. Oh, the demon looks good too. This little villain... he'll be even better looking when he grows up!"

Baby Ruo Xi felt incredibly lucky to be here.

"Xiaoxi, finish eating and go to sleep!" Xiaoyue felt she might have to cover her daughter's mouth if she kept listening. If her brother heard this, she wouldn't know how to explain it.

She wasn't someone who coveted beauty.

As a result, she spent her days marveling at one thing after another with her daughter.

She had transformed from a high and cold little immortal into a chatty little baby!

Hearing her mother's words, Baby Ruo Xi hummed softly, wriggled her body, found a comfortable position, and fell asleep in Big Brother Jingyu's arms.

This little one, with his stable Purple Dragon aura, seemed like a composed adult in his twenties, with a very mature demeanor. This made Baby Ruo Xi even more intrigued by this little guy.

Xiao Yin watched his sister's helpless expression with her daughter, a hint of amusement playing on his lips.

His sister, who had always been decisive and independent, might just fall prey to her own daughter's charm and become a devoted daughter slave!