King of Hundred Victories Saber

His brows were tightly knit, his face showing a look of contemplation, and the room was silent except for the occasional soft sigh he let out.

At that moment, the door of the side room was gently pushed open with a creak, and the graceful figure of Yang Xue’Er appeared at the doorway.

She was dressed in a white silk dress, the hem swaying gently with her movements, like a white lotus blossoming in the night.

Her hair was like ink, smoothly cascading down to her shoulders, with a few stray strands playfully draping beside her rosy cheeks.

Her eyes were bright and lively, like twinkling stars in the night sky. As soon as she entered the room, those eyes instantly captured Shi Feiyang’s focused expression. She walked lightly to Shi Feiyang’s side, leaned slightly, and softly asked next to his ear, ”Brother Shi, what are you so focused on that you didn’t even notice me entering?”

Her voice was gentle and melodious, with a hint of a playful tone, like a yellow warbler emerging from the valley, clear and pleasant. The warm breath she exhaled gently caressed Shi Feiyang’s ear, causing a slight stirring in his heart.

Shi Feiyang lifted his head upon hearing the voice and, upon seeing it was Yang Xue’Er, the somber look on his face softened into a gentle smile, like the warm sun of spring instantly dispelling the chill in the room.

He handed the waist tag to Yang Xue’Er and said slowly, ”Xue’Er, look, this is a waist tag obtained from Zhao Quan of the Luoyang Guard Station of the Jinyi Guard. The cipher on it seems to point to evidence of secret collusion with Japanese pirates by the Imperial Court’s Ritual Department.”

As he spoke, his gaze remained fixed on Yang Xue’Er, his eyes full of trust and affection.

Yang Xue’Er took the waist tag, examining it closely, her face showing a puzzled expression.

She tilted her head slightly, her eyes wide with curiosity, and asked, ”This small waist tag holds such a big secret? Brother Shi, what does this cipher mean?”

As she spoke, she unconsciously leaned closer to Shi Feiyang, exuding a faint floral fragrance around him, making him feel as if he were in a sea of flowers.

Shi Feiyang patiently explained to Yang Xue’Er, detailing everything from the origin of the waist tag to the possible clues hidden within the cipher.

His voice was deep and magnetic, like a clear mountain spring flowing through Yang Xue’Er’s heart.

Yang Xue’Er listened intently, occasionally frowning slightly or nodding, her eyes always glued to Shi Feiyang’s lips, for fear of missing a single word, and then gently snuggled into his embrace.

After Shi Feiyang finished speaking, she stood up from his embrace and said angrily, ”I didn’t expect the Imperial Court to have so many corrupt officials, betrayers of the country for a bit of money, committing such traitorous acts. It’s truly detestable!”

Her cheeks turned slightly red with anger, her eyes flickering with rage, and her fists clenched tightly.

Shi Feiyang looked at Yang Xue’Er’s righteous indignation and found her quite adorable. He gently patted her shoulder and said, ”Xue’Er, the matters of this world are complex and unpredictable. The people on Japan are ambitious, always thinking of invading our Great Ming. You know, since the Song Dynasty, they have sent countless beauties to the Central Plains for breeding, and when these beauties became pregnant, they returned to Japan to improve their race. Moreover, these beauties brought back Central Earth’s culture, customs, geographical maps, materials, ironware, gold and silver jewelry, which have strengthened Japan’s power over time. Now, Toyotomi Hideyoshi sees an opportunity and attempts to attack our Great Ming and our neighboring countries, it’s truly the ambition of a wolf.”

Yang Xue’Er listened to Shi Feiyang’s narration and showed a look of sudden comprehension.

She couldn’t help but sigh, ”Brother Shi, if it weren’t for you telling me these things, I really wouldn’t know the hidden intricacies. Being with you, I always learn a lot and open a whole new door.”

As she spoke, she gazed affectionately at Shi Feiyang, her eyes full of admiration and longing, then snuggled back into Shi Feiyang’s embrace.

Seeing Yang Xue’Er’s deep gaze, Shi Feiyang couldn’t help but feel a ripple in his heart.

He gently hugged Yang Xue’Er, her body soft and warm, as if carrying a current, instantly coursing through Shi Feiyang’s whole body.

Shi Feiyang’s body trembled slightly, and he quickly shook his head to keep a clear mind, saying, ”Xue’Er, you have a kind heart, innocent and lovely. Be cautious and prudent in the future.”

Yang Xue’Er nodded slightly, her face radiating a happy smile, and said, ”Brother Shi, I know you have profound martial arts and a heart that cherishes the world, but I also don’t want to always be protected by you. Can you teach me how to have sharp insight like you and discover the big secrets hidden behind seemingly ordinary things?”

Her eyes were filled with anticipation, like a child eager for candy.

Shi Feiyang smiled at Yang Xue’Er and said, ”Xue’Er, this insight is not something that can be cultivated overnight. First, you must learn to observe, observe the people and things around you, and pay attention to every detail. Just like this waist tag, if you don’t carefully observe the cipher on it, how can you discover the incredible secrets hidden within? Secondly, you need to have a rich knowledge base, knowing about history, geography, and humanities, so you can connect seemingly unrelated clues. For instance, the matter of Japanese people sending beauties to the Central Plains for breeding; without understanding history, how could you grasp their underlying ambitions? Lastly, maintain a calm heart, don’t panic when things happen, so you can analyze problems rationally. Xue’Er, you are inherently clever, as long as you learn with heart, you will surely gain something.”