"The Righteous Army has entered the city, naturally we must ensure the safety of the city's residents. How can we let the City Lord take a bullet for us?" Phoenix said with a smile, "If it really comes to that, it would be our dereliction of duty."

"Hahaha, it's my fault for not making myself clear." Zhao Depu, true to his name, laughed naively simple but was secretly a shrewd schemer, sly as a fox. He said, "What I meant was, since we have welcomed the Princess here, we share in her honors and disgraces, life and death together."

"In a truly critical moment, what's wrong with taking a bullet for the Princess?"

"Since we're fellow travelers, we should naturally watch over and help each other." Phoenix looked sincerely at Zhao Depu and said, "However, I believe that such a thing will not happen."

"We will only get better and better. I believe other City Lords and City Defense Generals of major cities will be like Lord Zhao and General Minghui, understanding and welcoming us with open cities."

"That would indeed be wonderful." Zhao Depu nodded eagerly and said, "In that case, great things can be achieved. The Princess should return to Phoenix Palace soon."

Hmm, he mentioned Phoenix Palace...

Phoenix Palace was built when the Zhong Family founded the Empire, and it's where the roots of the Zhong Royal Family lie.

The current Fengming Palace was built by the Shen Family on the ruins of Phoenix Palace after it was razed; naturally, it is a 'Pseudo Imperial Palace.'

When the Zhong Family returns to power, this name will likely need to be changed.

Whether it will be torn down and rebuilt is an unknown.

Phoenix nodded and looked at Tang Fei saying, "General Tang, now that we've entered the city, please brief everyone on the follow-up advancement plan."

Everyone's attention once again focused on Tang Fei, whose fair face was like jade, exuding a gentle glow. His sword-like eyebrows slanted into his temples, imparting an air of heroic spirit, which was tempered with a bit of gentleness and mystery by his deep, pool-like eyes.

His smile was bright and warm, making people feel like being in a spring breeze, giving a simple and pure aesthetic.

Hmm, this is certainly an illusion...

To be able to step up from deserted places to such a high position today, and almost seize one-third of the Empire's territory and power... how can someone like that be simple and pure?

It was rumored that he had an affair with Princess Xiu Xue. Who knows if that's true?

One is the son of a 'traitor' Marshal, the other is a 'former dynasty' Princess...

This romantic drama is quite anticipated.

Just thinking about it feels thrilling.

Tang Fei looked at Zhao Depu and said with a smile, "Just now, Lord Zhao said that from now on, Golden City is the Princess's Golden City. I think that's not quite right."

"Golden City belongs not only to the Princess but to all of us. It is the shared responsibility of everyone present to protect Golden City from loss."

"If I'm not mistaken, Shen Wuxiang already knows about the heroic act of Lord Zhao and General Minghui opening the city gates to welcome the Righteous Army."

"..."

Zhao Depu and Yuan Minghui exchanged a glance, both feeling somewhat uneasy at heart.

A person's reputation casts a long shadow.

Shen Wuxiang is notorious as the 'Butcher,' having previously slaughtered Tang Family members causing rivers of blood.

It's said that the underground water of Phoenix City is red, with the stench of blood lingering for months.

Now that they were the first to surrender, if Shen Wuxiang were to seize the world... their entire clans might face annihilation.

With that thought, their resolve to follow the Princess through to the end was further solidified.

Yes, succeed or die trying.

They have no choice but to go all out.

Another thought came to mind: could Tang Fei have deliberately said this to enlighten them?

To make them let go of any petty calculations, for the situation demands unity and sincerity...

Yet it seemed unlikely.

Someone so young, with such deep insight?

Tang Fei appeared calm and seemed unaware of their thoughts, as he spoke, "Shen Wuxiang will never allow Golden City to change hands. Next, they will certainly attack with all their might and send reinforcements to other cities."

"What we must do is advance before they complete their deployment and capture as many cities as possible."

"Next, Lord Zhao will continue to handle the government affairs of Golden City. General Qin's forces will leave behind two brigades to safeguard Golden City....."

The regular defense force of Golden City is two brigades; Tang Fei will leave behind one brigade familiar with Golden City's deployment for defense.

On this basis, he will add two more brigades to guard against Shen Wuxiang sending corps to seize it.

Of course, this possibility is small.

Because next, Tang Fei and his team will advance all the way, forcing Shen Wuxiang to focus his main efforts and elite troops on defense and response.

Therefore, Golden City should temporarily be safe.

"Understood." Qin Jianyi stood up, responding to the order.

Tang Fei's gaze fell on City Defense General Yuan Minghui, and he said, "General Minghui, select an elite brigade to follow us in capturing cities and strongholds, how about it?"

"Understood." Yuan Minghui stood up, responding with pride and confidence.

Tang Fei disbanded the two brigades from Golden City, one for garrison, the other to be led by Yuan Minghui for the offensive.

This was to be expected.

They can't leave Yuan Minghui, the 'old general,' behind. In case the battle becomes protracted or enters a stalemate, and Shen Wuxiang sends someone to persuade them to surrender...

What if they stab them in the back?

How can a hunter from a place like Hate Mountain believe in human nature?

By having Qin Jianyi's two brigades stationed in Golden City, it strengthens Golden City's defense while also supervising that brigade's movements.

Meanwhile, Yuan Minghui is brought by Tang Fei to his side...

For one, to supervise.

Indeed, he can't trust a general who was just recruited a few hours ago.

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