Chapter 863: Rapid Development (12)

Zhao Chi returned directly to his territory.

There was still one hour before the battle began.

Zhao Chi was still a little nervous.

Of course, it wasn't nervousness about the fight — those enemies of the Heavenly King Army were nothing to him.

He was nervous because of Xiao Ning.

Xiao Ning had previously been a new lord from the same cohort as Zhao Chi, with ordinary strength.

But now, Zhao Chi didn't know how much combat power she had.

Judging from Xiao Ning's current status, that Master Mu Chang probably liked her quite a bit.

So he should have given Xiao Ning quite a few benefits, allowing her strength to increase dramatically.

But the time hadn't been too long, so even if Xiao Ning's strength had surged wildly, it wouldn't be too outrageous.

Zhao Chi was still confident he could kill her in one fight.

As soon as he returned to the territory, Gu Qing came over to ask about the situation.

Seeing her, he also felt relieved.

Zhao Chi told her in detail.

Gu Qing listened and nodded: "In that case, there shouldn't be any problem. My lord, you won't go soft on her later, will you?"

"Go soft? How could I?"

Gu Qing said softly: "I know you — you're not the kind of ruthless person."

Zhao Chi smiled: "You're overthinking. I truly don't kill indiscriminately, but for someone like Xiao Ning who absolutely must die, I won't be merciful."

Gu Qing nodded: "That's good. I was afraid you'd be confused by her current attitude and end up getting tangled up yourself."

"How could that be? She's currently bewitched by my looks, but even if she's bewitched by me, she's still thinking about completely controlling me. And she's also plotting against you all — she absolutely must die."

Zhao Chi clenched his fist.

Gu Qing giggled: "Her plotting against us can make you this angry?"

"Of course, this is my bottom line."

"Hehe, being your bottom line makes my heart feel very steady. You haven't forgotten what happened before, have you?"

"I haven't forgotten!"

"Mm, I haven't forgotten either. She forced you to sign an extremely excessive vassal agreement. She even had her subordinate slap you across the face, injuring your face. And she also ruined Su Qin's looks, making her kneel and kowtow in humiliation."

"... Everything else is correct, but when did Su Qin become mine?"

"That's not important. What's important is that Xiao Ning isn't just your enemy alone — she's the enemy of many people. You're eliminating a scourge for the people."

"I understand. But what's going on with you today? I've never seen you like this before."

Gu Qing smiled: "Now your looks are too outstanding. Xiao Ning's attitude and treatment toward you must have undergone a completely opposite change. I was afraid you'd get lost in that feeling and have trouble making a decision."

"Don't worry, I won't."

"Mm, I trust you."

"There's still one hour left. Any arrangements?"

"Nope, let's rest a bit. Or shall we go soak for a while at the Carefree Spring?"

"Great idea, let's go!"

There were many people at the Carefree Spring.

Many female soldiers were inside.

They were all preparing for the upcoming battle.

After seeing Zhao Chi, they didn't leave in embarrassment, but greeted him warmly.

Zhao Chi responded to each of them, then lay down with Gu Qing in the shallow water area.

"My lord, have you finished reading this month's report information?"

"Not yet. I was originally reading it, but then I obtained the Doubling Art, so I started trying out this new spiritual technique."

"Oh~ I just finished reading it. We've all gotten stronger. Lie on my lap and read it — I'll massage your shoulders."

"Okay."

Zhao Chi lay down — everything was soft everywhere.

Enjoying Gu Qing's gentle massage, Zhao Chi opened the system and continued checking the monthly report.

He had already finished looking through most of the 【Territory Assessment】 this morning.

There were still many detailed items he could look at.