Mountain Patrol Military Officer-Chapter 1065 - 696: Arrival of 7 Kings!
"I, Gou Zhi, thank General Chen for the life-saving grace. I will never forget it!" Gou Zhi took the bottle, lifted the hem of his clothing, and was about to kneel, appearing extremely emotional.
The injury had troubled him for more than ten years, transforming him into a "Little Dwarf." Even his beard had regressed, requiring a fake beard to maintain a bit of dignity. Since his physique was no longer impressive, his character became timid and sensitive.
As a Colonel in one region, becoming like this, even though no one dared to gossip openly, the rumors from outside occasionally reached his ears, making him angry and sleepless.
Therefore, his injury was his biggest worry, and now that Chen Yuan bestowed the treasure, he couldn’t hide his excitement.
Seeing him this way, Chen Yuan lifted his hand, using an invisible force to support the other’s knee, saying calmly:
"There’s no need for these formalities. Prepare your selected people and bring them to this courtyard. They will enter the Grotto Heaven where I will hold the banquet. Some rules should be explained to them beforehand. They must refrain from wandering around and looking randomly to avoid causing trouble. I will ensure their safety."
"Also, have your subordinates who are dealing with these matters follow as well, for organization."
Gou Zhi nodded like a pecking chick, "Of course."
"I will arrange this immediately!"
Still in high spirits, he clapped his hands and bowed, "Then, let’s go."
After speaking, he took a few steps back and then hurriedly left the door to arrange the matters.
Chen Yuan saw his cheerful yet somewhat comical manner and smiled knowingly.
Then, he rose, walked to the door, swung his sleeve toward the nearby round archway. A silver light shot out, entered the arch, and as the silver light spread, rippling waves appeared in the void. But soon, these movements vanished, and the silver light disappeared as well.
After these actions, Chen Yuan checked the sky, calculated the time, and then turned back into the room.
About 15 minutes later, a group arrived outside this courtyard, surrounded by Sky Patrol Department Armored Soldiers.
A big crowd, noisy and lively, gathered over a hundred people.
Within them were musicians with pipa and zither, both old and young. There were dancers in bright clothes, moving like lotus threads, their skirts fluttering lightly with each step, each one a feast for the eyes. Curious, they gazed around the dignified inner courtyard of the Sky Patrol Department, chattering away. There were also servers in uniform helping with carrying items...
When they reached the courtyard, they saw two rows of black Heavy Armor guarding outside the entrance, gradually quieting down. 𝗳𝗿𝐞𝕖𝘄𝗲𝕓𝗻𝚘𝚟𝕖𝐥.𝚌𝕠𝕞
Everyone recognized these were Armored Soldiers from Ninth Mountain, each one growing nervous.
They know tonight they are to set a banquet for the Ninth Mountain’s important people, a rare chance to shine. Being here meant they earned this opportunity through true skills.
If they could receive the favor of the Ninth Mountain’s figures, they might soar to great heights!
Their guide was a Colonel from Guang’an Prefecture’s Sky Patrol Department. He turned around, kept a serious face, swept his sharp gaze over them, and said:
"Quiet!"
"This is a special occasion for the Ninth Mountain’s important figures. Remember your identities, once inside, observe less, listen less, perform your tasks well, discard other thoughts, do your best, and the important figures will naturally reward."
"If due to your improper actions any errors arise, even if the Ninth Mountain’s figures don’t hold you accountable, the Prefecture certainly won’t be lenient."
"I reiterate once again, follow my orders closely after entering, act accordingly without making mistakes."
This Prefectural Captain, his face stern, was actually very nervous while speaking.
These singers and musicians don’t know who they are facing, but as someone tasked by the Prefecture to connect and follow up on these arrangements, after receiving multiple instructions from his Colonel, he knows some inside details. This banquet is not held by the Prefecture but secretly arranged by the Martial Saint General from Ninth Mountain, who ordered the Colonel to find people throughout the city.
As to whom the banquet is for, even the Colonel himself doesn’t know, but certainly, such an important person arranging a banquet targets someone significant.
With this responsibility, one can imagine the pressure he faces. Concerned about improper coordination and fearing these city-searched individuals can’t hold up before the important person, displeasing the Martial Saint General in current times, which are not like before.
Thus, before entering, he must repeatedly instruct these people on the rules.
And these musicians, dancers, chefs facing this Captain’s "warnings," their ears are already filled with rebellious thoughts, though they are here for this, and they are also nervous and anticipating, not wanting mistakes. But this Captain is too verbose, having repeated several times before arriving and now even busting out threats, causing some grumblings mentally.
Although, indeed, the Ninth Mountain’s Lords need proper hospitality, but not to the point of being overly cautious with repeated reminders, imposing great pressure.
"What is this, making people excessively nervous, we’re not forced to excel here. Yet upon arrival, there’s threats. Had I known earlier, I wouldn’t have come." A woman quietly muttered.
Others are whispering and exchanging glances.
The Prefectural Captain seeing this scene, couldn’t be bothered with these distractions. They’ll know soon enough. Then he turned, softening his facial expression, took a few steps forward, clasped hands towards the leader Green Armor stationed at the gate, slightly bowed with a smile:
