Springtime Farming: A Happy Wife At Home

Chapter 1486: The Result of the Gamble

Editor: Henyee Translations

Additionally, these horses were impeccably groomed, a standard not found anywhere outside the military.

In contrast to Blind Shi and his companions’ mounts, which varied greatly.

Sun Bai promptly cupped his fists and declared in a resounding voice, “Brothers, we are escorting Princess Shuangfu and the Prince of Qingdi’s wedding envoy team. For some reason, we find ourselves besieging and attacking these bandits. Please assist us! We will surely repay your kindness after this!”

The opposing group appeared startled, gasping as they regarded them with curiosity.

Shao Yunduan rose and offered a respectful salute. “Thank you so much!”

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Blind Shi, in apparent distress, feigned composure. He spat and declared fiercely, “How would I know who they are? I just aimed to relieve them of their riches! Unluckily for me, it seems my fortunes have run dry! Let’s go!”

With a shout, he leaped onto the nearest horse, clamping his legs together and smacking the horse’s hindquarters twice with the hilt of his knife. The horse whinnied in pain and galloped away.

His subordinates, in a panicked frenzy, hastily mounted their horses, some settling for whichever they could seize. In the blink of an eye, they scattered like frightened birds and beasts, leaving the scene swiftly.

The young man who had berated Blind Shi earlier brandished his whip with a cold smile. “Consider yourself fortunate this time. You’ve had an easy escape!”

As he spoke, he dismounted, and those with him also stowed their bows and arrows, following suit.

Shao Yunduan retrieved the marriage envoy token and handed it to Sun Bai, proclaiming loudly, “I am Shao, Minister Counsellor of the Ministry of Revenue, escorting Princess Shuangfu and the marriage envoy. Here is my token. May I know how to address you…”

It wasn’t merely a matter of formalities but also a means to confirm their identities.

Shao Yunduan also requested the same from the opposing party.

Given the unfamiliarity between the two sides, uncertainties lingered. What if they were deceived? What if the other party, seemingly weak, was actually in league with Blind Shi and his accomplices?

In this unfamiliar terrain, Shao Yunduan couldn’t afford to be careless.

Sun Bai, holding the token, led a few personal guards forward, taking the initiative to request verification from the other party, displaying a commendable sincerity.

The man burst into laughter, a blend of amusement and surprise evident in his tone. “Lord Shao, your reputation precedes you! I am Meng Wanfu, the general stationed at Beiming Pass, forty miles northeast of Huning City, bestowed with the title of Longhu General by the Emperor. Yesterday, I led my men out of the city for a hunt and unexpectedly crossed paths with you!”

“Lord Shao, rest assured, from this moment on, all of you are safe!”

Galloping across the grassland with his cavalry, Meng Wanfu moved considerably faster than Shao Yunduan’s gradual journey.

Meng Wanfu produced his identity token and handed it to Sun Bai.

The moment Sun Bai touched the token, he sensed its authenticity. Delighted, he returned the token to Shao Yunduan.

Sun Bai recognized Meng Wanfu—a rising star in the military. Without a prominent background, he relied on his boldness to make a name for himself. Known for suppressing bandits in the northern region, he once single-handedly thwarted a Beihu ambush on a town, saving over a thousand lives. This feat earned him the title of a fourth-grade general.

Blessed with subsequent successes, he received two significant promotions. In a moment of joy, the Emperor granted him the title of a third-rank Longhu General.

Lacking strong affiliations, Meng Wanfu became a subject of clandestine scrutiny, with various factions attempting to secure his allegiance. However, none dared to be too overt in their efforts.