bestfiction Chapter 391 The Young Singer's Journey 60
Chapter 391 The Young Singer's Journey 60
The afterglow of the setting sun spilled onto the hillside, casting a golden glow over the battlefield.
Countless soldiers moved about the camp, which was filled with tents and fluttering flags, creating a bustling scene.
Between the tents, soldiers busily moved supplies, checked weapons, and prepared food, all in an orderly manner.
Xiao Yu was dressed in a silver-black robe, the hem of which swayed gently in the wind, making him appear even more dashing.
At this moment, he was standing on the hillside, looking thoughtfully at the camp below, lost in thought.
To his left rear, Long Xie, clad in armor, with a long sword at his waist and a longbow on his back, was constantly on guard, keeping an eye on Xiao Yu's every move.
To the right rear, Su Changhe and Su Muyu stood side by side, their eyes fixed on the flags fluttering below, each with a different expression on their faces, deep in thought.
After an unknown amount of time, Xiao Yu slowly exhaled, turned to look at Su Changhe and Su Muyu beside him, and said with a hint of appreciation, "You did a great job this time, thank you for your hard work."
Su Changhe quickly bowed and replied, "It is an honor for Anhe to serve Your Highness. How can it be considered hard work?"
Xiao Yu smiled faintly, turned to look at the two of them: "Back then, I promised you that as long as you handled this matter well, I would completely lead you to the light. Now it's time to fulfill that promise."
Su Changhe and Su Muyu's hearts pounded, and their eyes filled with eagerness and anticipation as they looked at Xiao Yu.
"Let the people of the Dark River come and formally come to my side."
Su Muyu frowned: "All of them?"
“Yes, all of them.” Xiao Yu’s voice remained calm, yet carried an undeniable air of authority.
Su Muyu and Su Changhe exchanged a glance, and the eagerness in their eyes gradually faded, replaced by deep worry.
In their minds, the light that the Red King gave them was merely a means for the people of the Dark River to change their appearance and exist in the world again under a different identity.
But now, the Crimson King actually wants them to appear as the Dark River organization. Isn't this directly announcing to the world that His Highness the Crimson King has accepted the infamous Dark River organization?
At that time, the Red King will inevitably suffer countless criticisms and accusations, and the negative impact will probably far outweigh the benefits that the Dark River can bring him.
Didn't the Red King think of this?
Or rather...
Is this just a trap carefully set by the Red King?
They want to lure everyone in the underground river together under the guise of giving them light, then wipe them all out and completely eliminate this hidden danger?
Thinking of this, Su Changhe's heart involuntarily tightened, and an ominous premonition welled up in his heart.
Just then, Xiao Yu seemed to see through their thoughts and said leisurely, "You seem to have some suspicions about me?"
He seemed very dissatisfied with their reaction, and a sense of oppression emanated from him, making the surrounding air seem heavy.
Su Changhe's face instantly stiffened. He was about to speak in his defense when Su Muyu, who was beside him, preemptively admitted, "That's right."
Su Muyu remained unfazed, meeting Xiao Yu's imposing aura head-on, and directly voiced her doubts: "The Dark River has a notorious reputation in the martial arts world; it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say it's infamous. Anyone associated with the Dark River becomes an object of hatred and condemnation among the martial arts community. Since Your Highness the Crimson King harbors such lofty ambitions, why would you easily let others know about your entanglement with the Dark River?"
As he spoke, he met Xiao Yu's gaze without flinching, his eyes revealing a stubborn determination to get a clear answer.
Su Muyu is a person with firm ideals and beliefs. He was the second person in the Dark River to leave the Dark River midway.
The reason he left the Dark River midway was because he eventually returned.
Because he wanted to lead the Dark River towards the light.
Even if it costs him his life.
Surprisingly, Xiao Yu did not get angry in the face of Su Muyu's frankness.
His gaze lingered on Su Muyu for a moment, and finally a meaningful smile appeared on his lips, carrying a hint of amusement and scrutiny.
Then, he slowly turned around, looked down at the bustling camp, and said with a touch of emotion:
"The Southern Army is pressing in, its momentum is overwhelming and unstoppable. The Northern Li is now in a precarious situation, facing life and death. Although the Dark River is an assassin organization, it has a sincere heart for the country and its people. Now, disregarding its own safety, it has resolutely rushed to the border to help the Northern Li resist foreign enemies. Such a righteous act is truly moving."
"Moved by his loyalty and righteousness, Red King Xiao Yu decided to make an exception and take him under his command. From then on, Dark River was no longer an assassin organization, but a loyal and brave army of Bei Li, vowing to never let Nan Jue set foot in Bei Li."
"How is it?" Xiao Yu's voice was calm, but to Su Muyu, it sounded like heavenly music.
What else can we do?
Naturally, the Dark River was able to successfully "cleanse" itself and even won a reputation for loyalty and righteousness, thus truly embarking on the path of light.
At that moment, Su Muyu felt as if she had seen a true god.
As the sun gradually set, the clouds on the horizon were dyed a brilliant orange-red, reflecting off Xiao Yu and giving him a golden halo, making him look even more majestic and sacred.
Thinking of the bright future of Dark River, Su Muyu felt her breathing become rapid, a warm current surged in her chest, and she looked at Xiao Yu with even more fervent eyes, saying in a firm and powerful voice, "Your Highness's kindness and righteousness are deeply appreciated, and the entire Dark River will surely repay you with our lives."
Su Changhe...
Su Changhe let out a silent wail.
Finished!
Another job is coming up!
Compared to Su Muyu's straightforwardness and persistence, Su Changhe is clearly more tactful and intelligent in his dealings with people.
Previously, Xiao Yu ostensibly sent them to Nanjue to assassinate the five grandmasters, but in reality, his task for them was to instigate internal strife within the Nanjue court.
Last year, Wu Qinghuan, the new emperor of Nanjue, usurped the throne. In order to consolidate his power and gain the support of the veteran officials in the court, he had no choice but to continue to appoint Ao Yu as the crown prince.
Unable to appoint his own son as crown prince, Wu Qinghuan felt deeply resentful and constantly plotted how to get rid of Ao Yu.
While guarding against the enemy, Ao Yu was also consolidating his power in the court, hoping to find an opportunity to restore his kingdom.
After infiltrating Nanjue, the Dark River organization first successfully assassinated the five grandmasters of Nanjue, and then cleverly framed Ao Yu for this crime.
Next, they poisoned the Ghost Doctor Night Crow to make him mute and secretly sent him to the Crown Prince's residence, further confirming Ao Yu's crimes.
This series of events provided Wu Qinghuan with an excellent excuse to eliminate Ao Yu.
So they went along with it and directly accused Ao Yu of not only assassinating the five grandmasters, but also harboring the Ghost Doctor Night Raven and concocting medicine puppets, plotting treason and rebellion.