Chapter 481: He Actually Forgot Brother Dog!

On the way to the Dongji Sea City Government, inside a spacious carriage, Yu Xian was quite comfortably half-reclining in Ning Zhongze’s arms, being fed by Huang Rong—it was simply too wonderful.

The day after Xiao Lingchen arrived, he prepared generous gifts and respectfully served tea to Yu Xian, formally becoming Yu Xian’s fifth Disciple.

Afterward, Yu Xian allowed the Langya Army to rest for two days, then appointed Xiao Se as the commander and Xiao Lingchen as the deputy commander, leading forty-two thousand new troops majestically toward the Dongji Sea City Government.

The Mu Family’s ship was already prepared there.

As for Yu Xian, he took The Women back into the Small World, while he himself prepared a carriage, pulling Ning Zhongze and Huang Rong along to leisurely accompany the army inside the carriage.

Everyone else followed on horseback.

“Only you know how to enjoy yourself!” Huang Rong peeled a grape and stuffed it into Yu Xian’s mouth.

Originally, they had planned to work hard before reaching Dongying to raise their cultivation a bit more, but Yu Xian forcefully dragged the two of them out, only to have them serving him along the way!

Ning Zhongze glanced at Yu Xian reproachfully, gently tapping his forehead with her finger. “Exactly, this march is tiring, and the soldiers are exposed to wind and dew, yet you hide in the carriage acting like an absentee boss, even having us serve you like this.”

Although she said that, her hands gently massaged Yu Xian’s temples, full of doting affection in her movements.

Yu Xian sighed contentedly, grabbed Ning Zhongze’s hand, lightly kissed it, and laughed, “With two elder sisters by my side, if I don’t seize the chance to enjoy this tenderness, wouldn’t it be a pity? Besides, all military affairs are being watched by Xiao Se and Xiao Lingchen; I am very reassured. They understand marching and fighting far better than I do and don’t need me to worry at all. If I don’t enjoy myself, what else can I do?”

Huang Rong snorted and handed over another grape. “You always have so many twisted justifications. But speaking of which, that child Xiao Se has become increasingly steady. With him as commander, plus Xiao Lingchen and the others, these forty-two thousand new troops are sure to exert considerable combat power.”

When she assisted in defending Xiangyang back then, she dealt with many soldiers, but they truly couldn’t compare to the troops under Xiao Se now. Especially after this period of rigorous training and combat drills, the Killing Intent in the soldiers’ eyes and the tacit understanding in their formations already possessed a bit of the demeanor of battle-hardened elites.

Ning Zhongze also nodded in agreement, gazing out the carriage window at the marching procession, and said softly, “The soldiers’ morale is high, and their steps are steady. It seems they must have put in hard work during their daily training. However, the journey to Dongying is long, and the sea’s winds and waves are unpredictable; I wonder how many setbacks this trip will encounter.”

Yu Xian rested his head on Ning Zhongze’s shoulder and said casually, “With you all by my side, what does it matter if there are more setbacks? Furthermore, this isn’t the first major engagement Xiao Se and Xiao Lingchen have experienced; they know what they are doing. We should just relax and enjoy this rare time on our journey.”

Upon hearing this, Huang Rong pinched his cheek crossly. “You are always so carefree.”

“Xiao Se is naturally intelligent, and he has royal heritage, having been personally taught by the old Langya King. Xiao Lingchen has long been at sea and has rich experience commanding fleets. The two, one civil and one military, complement each other perfectly. This trip to Dongying is a good opportunity for them to truly integrate; they will become an excellent partnership in the future,” Yu Xian continued.

Ning Zhongze and Huang Rong both highly agreed upon hearing this.

“Speaking of the sea, I kind of miss that large ship we took to Xia Ke Island back then. Brother, do you want to go back for a trip and bring the ship over? While you’re at it, you can go back and see how Pingzhi and the others are doing. Also, Sister Min’s son—didn’t you ask him to go to Manduo Manor? I wonder if he is at Manduo Manor now. Although Sister Min never said it, she still misses her son.” Ning Zhongze suddenly said.

Huang Rong also nodded along.

Yu Xian held his forehead. He had actually forgotten Brother Dog!

He recalled that he thought Brother Dog was a good source of combat strength back then, but when they arrived in this world, Brother Dog hadn’t even reached Manduo Manor, so he couldn’t bring him along.

“Fine, then we’ll go back for a trip.” As soon as Yu Xian finished speaking, the three of them simultaneously vanished from the carriage.

He did not inform The Women, but instead returned directly to Manduo Manor through the passage between the two worlds.

He brought the two women, knowing they also missed Yue Lingshan and Guo Fu. He would take them back for a visit, and after the matters in Dongying were settled, he would consider bringing other family members over.

When Yu Xian and the others appeared, Lin Pingzhi knew immediately. He was extremely excited, dropped everything he was doing, and ran out, his eyes instantly turning red upon seeing the three of them. However, he still respectfully saluted, choking out, “Master, Martial Mothers, you have returned!”

“Mhm, Pingzhi, are you well? Is everything alright at Manduo Manor?” Yu Xian told Lin Pingzhi to dispense with the formalities.

“Good, everything is fine. Although Master is not here, your prestige remains, and no one dares to provoke Manduo Manor,” Lin Pingzhi said, his voice carrying reverence and dependence toward Yu Xian.

Ning Zhongze looked at the increasingly steady Lin Pingzhi, her eyes full of relief. “Pingzhi, you’ve worked hard to manage the Manor so orderly.”

“Yes, during the time we were away, you’ve improved quite a bit; you already have the bearing of a family head,” Huang Rong added.

Lin Pingzhi felt a bit embarrassed by the praise from the two Martial Mothers, scratching his head. “It is all due to Master’s excellent teaching; your Disciple only did what was required. Oh right, Miss Guo and Lingshan often mention Master and Martial Mothers. They are practicing swordsmanship on the training grounds right now; I’ll go call them over.”

He turned to leave, but Yu Xian stopped him. “No need. We happen to be free; let’s go over together to have a look.”

Thus, the four of them went to the training grounds together.

On the training grounds at that moment, Guo Fu was wielding a long sword, executing every move with vigor. Fine beads of sweat had already formed on her forehead, yet her gaze remained focused, unwilling to slacken even slightly.

Yue Lingshan stood to the side, holding a light short sword in her hand, occasionally frowning in thought, occasionally mimicking Guo Fu’s movements. Her delicate face was full of seriousness.

Hearing the footsteps, both turned their heads simultaneously. When they clearly saw that the arrivals were Yu Xian, Ning Zhongze, and Huang Rong, the sword in Guo Fu’s hand clattered to the ground. Her eyes instantly turned red, and she rushed toward Huang Rong like a wronged child: “Mother! You’re finally back!”

Yue Lingshan also quickly ran to Ning Zhongze, lightly tugging her sleeve, her voice carrying a barely perceptible tremble. “Mother…”

Ning Zhongze gently stroked her head, her eyes full of pity. “Silly child, we are back.”

Huang Rong hugged Guo Fu and chided, “You’re such a grown girl, yet still so impulsive; you can’t even hold your sword steady.” Although she was scolding him verbally, her tone was full of affection.

Yu Xian watched the scene, a slight smile lifting the corners of his mouth. He knew they missed their daughters.