Duke Xie died from poisoning, and after several twists and turns, the letter finally reached Xie Yunzhen.
At this time, the army had just captured a city.
The rebel army was defeated and fled.
The court's troops rested here, settling the citizens in the city.
Xie Yunzhen's armor was stained with blood, indistinguishable whether it was his or the enemy's.
His hair was slightly disheveled, and there were smudges on his face, not yet able to clean himself up properly.
Ji Mingzhu was a step behind, but also entered the city.
She encountered Xie Yunzhen at the entrance of the General Mansion.
The couple temporarily stayed here; the General Mansion was spacious, making it convenient for Xie Yunzhen and several Generals to discuss matters.
He initially planned to change his clothes and go out to meet Ji Mingzhu, but she arrived ahead of him.
Upon hearing Xie Yunzhen say a letter arrived from the Duke Mansion, Ji Mingzhu wanted to see what was written.
