Chapter 253: Mu Tian Returns
Arrogant and ostentatious, Leng Wuming looked at the tall figure carrying the Great Sword, feeling both joy and helplessness; with one breath, he had just killed five Great Grandmasters.
Very strong!
But couldn't you have left one for me?
Leng Wuming naturally recognized the man before him, the former Chief Legion Commander and now the Vice Governor and advisor Gai Jiutian, who held a status in the entire Northern Border Legion second only to one and above tens of thousands. In terms of achievements, only Ye Feng could overshadow him.
Back then, if Gai Jiutian hadn't known that he couldn't suppress his Blood Qi and thus given up competing for the title of Northern Border King with Ye Feng, what the Northern Border would look like now was anyone's guess.
After all, there had also been no shortage of people who supported Gai Jiutian at the time.
"Surprised?"
Gai Jiutian, who rarely showed a smile, had a rare hint of a smile on his face.
He had been rushing northward, and, by a stroke of fate, he encountered Leng Wuming in the midst of battle. To bully the one-armed Second Regiment Leader: that was beyond negotiation.
All must die!
"Did the Vice Governor come all this way just for me?"
Leng Wuming also sheathed his sword, standing shoulder to shoulder with the man, both overtly watching Yu Naan who was still fighting.
What a man!
Despite his head being broken, he dared to ram into someone else's skull. In terms of fierceness, Yu Naan deserved a second look from both of them, having been very brutal.
Of course, the Three Protectors of Mountain Eagle didn't fare much better than him. Compared to Yu Naan, he was in a worse state, his head full of dents and his face covered with fresh blood. Every time Yu Naan charged, he wanted to block with his hands, but his broken arms were useless.
Scared!
The Three Protectors really felt like neither heaven nor earth was responding to his pleas. He had never seen such a shameless way of fighting. Wouldn't you expect someone who practiced the Golden Body to enjoy this kind of rascally Iron Head Technique less? Why couldn't he stop and have a proper talk?
"Yu Naan!"
Did someone call me?
Yu Naan was once again bewildered; he didn't respond, instead heading straight for the Three Protectors' round head, determined to smash it into a pulp to calm the rage from having been previously overwhelmed in battle.
"Where did you find these people?"
Gai Jiutian drew his Longsword again and swiped it across, having no leisure to watch such a spectacle.
Bang!
The sword diverted from Yu Naan, and the Black Blood Sword, heavy as a massive Heavy Hammer, struck down in an instant, smashing the Three Protectors into a puddle of flesh.
This sword also finally jolted Yu Naan back to reality.
"My new protector."
Leng Wuming looked at Gai Jiutian, his eyes as if asking, What do you think of him?
"I was just passing by and happened to sense your presence. Let's rest for a while and head to the Northern Border together."
Gai Jiutian nodded slightly.
A Great Grandmaster serving as a protector indeed suited the status of a legion commander.
"Alright!"
Leng Wuming didn't refuse. As for whether there were still ambushes up ahead on the road, it was uncertain.
According to Leng Wuming's understanding of the Mountain Eagle organization, if they wanted to successfully reach Ye Feng's side, there was certainly a big unknown battle awaiting them. Even if there were no ambushes, there would be pursuers.
"Take this!"
Gai Jiutian threw a small medicine bottle and stood with his arms folded, guarding the two men.
In fact, Leng Wuming was not really injured; it was just that his complexion seemed off as if he had been backlash by something that affected his mind and spirit.
Ten minutes later, the three set off together.
...
"Little Martial Uncle, what are we waiting for here?"
Staying in the tent every day, Long Nannan felt like she was almost growing moldy.
Now, Sausage Sister was gone, and that silly tall guy who often provoked Sausage Sister was missing too. The only ones left by Ye Feng's side were her and Hong Qingyan.
"Waiting for people!"
"People will come, and more and more of them."
Ye Feng looked at Long Nannan, the little monster who hadn't stinted in tormenting the children of the herders. In just three days, she had become the queen of the kids.
But didn't she feel bored?
"Nannan is not happy, accompany Sister to read medical books."
Hong Qingyan spoke up.
"No, I've read enough books since I was young."
Long Nannan, utterly bored, looked at Ye Feng hopefully.
She hoped that he would go out with her because wherever Ye Feng appeared, the surrounding herders would bow to him without hesitation, and at those moments, Long Nannan felt especially proud.
Yet Ye Feng ignored her and asked:
"What books has Martial Uncle made you read?"
These days, being called Little Martial Uncle by Long Nannan, Ye Feng had gradually accepted this unexpected identity.
"What 'Tao Te Ching,' 'Three Character Classic,' 'Jade Maiden Heart Sutra,' 'On How Bad Eggs Are Made,' 'Talent Development Plan'..."
Long Nannan rattled off a list effortlessly, her words flowing like a river. It was unclear whether she was making it up or was indeed telling the truth.
Wait a minute!
Heart Sutra of Male Control, what on earth is that?
Upon hearing Long Nannan mention this title, Ye Feng became confused again. He couldn't believe that the old man would give his granddaughter such a scandalous book to read.
"Little Martial Uncle, I already told you, hurry up and take me out to play."
As the conversation ended, Long Nannan immediately clung to Ye Feng's arm, looking endearingly persistent.
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"When did I agree to that?"
Ye Feng would not be so easily duped by Long Nannan's ploy and naturally refused to comply.
"Sister Hong, look, Little Martial Uncle is bullying me again."
Her large obsidian-like eyes instantly filled with shimmering tears.
"Why don't you take Nannan out for some fun?"
Hong Qingyan put down her medical text, her face showing doting affection. Nannan's arrival had brought out a side of her humanity that had never been seen before, a maternal instinct.
It was just that Ye Feng had not disclosed Nannan's true age to Qingyan, or else the latter would probably have been shocked beyond clarity. Such a little monster liked to act cute, playing small and sweet, tricking everyone she could, and many fell for her act, one after another.
"No, that won't do. If we're going out, we'll go together."
Just then, Ye Feng abruptly stood up and before Long Nannan could react, in the next second, he had hoisted her onto his shoulder.
On the third day, someone finally arrived.
Outside the tent were several men slowly approaching through the snow, and looking at the one in the front, a smile spread across Ye Feng's face.
His closest friend, confidant, and comrade-in-arms in life and death.
As they drew closer, the incoming young man, handsome and elegant like a graceful willow, was none other than Ye Feng's right-hand man, the enigmatic Mu Tian, Lord Mu, unanimously recognized as the most handsome man in the Northern Border Camp; not only was he incredibly intelligent and strategic, but he was also famous for his good temper.
"Wonderful!"
Lord Mu, who had intended to give Ye Feng an enthusiastic hug, was taken aback to find an extra little person on his shoulder.
"Yes, indeed, with both of us here, that is truly wonderful!"
Ye Feng said sincerely.
A closer look revealed that behind Mu Tian were seven others, five in tight-fitting black attire. Ye Feng recognized the aura of these people; they were the Death Servants cultivated by Mu Tian. As for the other two, he, of course, recognized them as well.
Fifth Legion Commander Qin He and the Northern Border Mountain Guard Marquis Jin Wuming, one of the Four Great Marquises of the Northern Border.
In the Xuanyuan Nation, unlike the other Three Realms, there was no Ridge Lord in the Northern Border; there were only four marquises. The deceased Mountain Stabilizing Marquis was one, and the others were Mountain Guard Marquis, Mountain Stabilizing Marquis, and the last, Mountain Sealing Marquis.
All four marquises held Ye Feng in high regard and were illustrious figures. Although each had their own territory, they all came to the frontlines with Ye Feng.
For the sole reason that Ye Feng had once declared: if the Mingbei Barbarian does not die, I would rather wrap my body in horsehide and return, than to indulge in a moment's glory and riches for the rest of my life.
"Fifth Legion Commander Qin He, reporting to the Northern King!"
"Northern Border Mountain Guard Marquis Jin Wuming, reporting to the Northern King!"
The two high-ranking officers of the Northern Border immediately knelt on one knee, pledging loyalty to Ye Feng.
"Rise."
Ye Feng's demeanor was quite majestic.
The presence of Fifth Legion Commander Qin He was expected; after all, the young man had been saved by Ye Feng on numerous occasions, according to Xiao Chuanqi, he was the most eager to find Ye Feng.
Next was the arrival of Mountain Guard Marquis among the Four Great Marquises—Jin Wuming's presence came as somewhat of a surprise to Ye Feng, as he had lost any expectations of the other three marquises after the betrayal of the Marquis of Peace Mountain.
Of course, Mountain Guard Marquis's loyalty was no less than good news.
"I only brought two with me."
Mu Tian's expression carried a hint of self-mockery, and then he quickly asked:
"Your daughter?"
This question was clearly rhetorical, as he and Ye Feng knew each other all too well, and it would have been unthinkable for Ye Feng to suddenly have a grown daughter. Mu Tian's arms were already reaching out towards Long Nannan.
However, Long Nannan not only dodged but also protested with dissatisfaction:
"Who tries to hug someone without giving a gift first?"
"And handsome boy, why does the aura around you make me feel disgusted?"
Upon hearing this, the intensity of the five Death Servants behind Mu Tian suddenly condensed, and Mu Tian paused for a moment before waving his hand and saying:
"Do not be disrespectful!"
"Children, they don't know any better."
Ye Feng pretended not to have witnessed the previous scene; the relationship between him and Mu Tian was not something others could understand.
"That was presumptuous of me."
"Unexpected indeed, I didn't think there would be such a cute little girl. This is the Jade Pendant I carry with me, it's yours now."
Mu Tian took off the White Jade Dragon Pendant from his waist and handed it over, then turned to Ye Feng and said:
"I just returned from Mingbei Kingdom, and I might have picked up something that the child finds disagreeable."
Mingbei Kingdom!
Upon hearing this, Ye Feng's brows furrowed slightly; no wonder Mu Tian had not been in contact with him for so long—he had been to the even more northern Savage Kingdom.
"Nannan, you've received a gift from someone, hurry up and thank Uncle Mu Tian."
The two were of the same age, with only a three-month difference, Mu Tian being the younger.
"Thank you, Uncle Mu Tian!"
"Please don't try to hug me, Uncle Mu Tian, Nannan will refuse."
Having spoken, Long Nannan reached out her hand to the two behind, having already received a gift from one person, it wouldn't be right not to collect from the other two as well, right?
"I didn't bring any gifts, how about I make up for it double next time?"
Qin He touched the back of his head, looking embarrassed, whereas the Mountain Guard Marquis handed over something that resembled a Copper Coin.
"Come inside with me."
Ye Feng stopped Long Nannan from continuing to demand more gifts.
As the Northern Border King, Ye Feng had never been fond of such customs, and it was only because Long Nannan dared to do so—had it been anyone else, Ye Feng would undoubtedly have been displeased.