Chapter 36

"What are you getting so excited about? It's not your dragon, so stop making a fuss and go inform Duan Lan's family." The old man said.

"Why do we have to notify the family again? Master, think of another way. I don't want to see Sister Duan Lan die." Little Li was almost in tears.

"Die? She won't die... Her soul is severely injured. If her family doesn't find her a soul-healing medicine, she won't wake up for the rest of her life!" The old man said irritably.

"Oh, she's not dead. Then we need to find a soul-healing medicine?" Little Li calmed down.

"It will take about half a year. The injury is too severe. Fortunately, the dragon didn't die. If the dragon had died, even the gods couldn't save her."

Little Li hurried away. The soul-healing medicine was hard to find, and it was best to get Duan Lan's family to gather it as soon as possible, or Duan Lan would remain in a coma for who knows how long.

The old man washed his hands, and his gaze was involuntarily drawn to the black crocodile spirit in the healing pool that was transforming into a dragon.

"Are you the little black crocodile who likes to eat meat worms?" The old man squinted his eyes and said.

When there was nothing to do in the convalescent pavilion, the old man liked to stay in the Dragon Storage Hall. Being with these lively little spirits made him feel at ease. He would feed them and also distribute young spirits to the struggling students.

The old man remembered all the young spirits in the Dragon Storage Hall, including those that had already been released.

They were like a group of homeless pets, and the old man hoped that each of them would find a good home, whether as a dragon spirit or a common spirit.

"You've transformed into a dragon so quickly. It seems you've met a good owner."

"The Dragon Storage Hall hasn't had a true dragon transformation in a long time. If I write your record down, the hall won't be shut down by the dean."

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Surrounded by cypress trees, the palace was solemn.

Li Ying was already seated in the grand hall, facing a stack of letters about the Ancestor Dragon City. For a moment, he didn't know where to start, as each matter seemed to be crucial to the city's fate.

"Take a break for a moment." Kong Tong walked over, holding a steaming cup of new tea, and spoke gently to Li Ying.

"The east is still a concern." Li Ying sighed.

"The envoy from Lingxiao City will arrive soon. After this peace negotiation, we can focus all our attention on dealing with the rebels in Wutu. They won't be able to stir up any more trouble." Kong Tong walked behind Li Ying and massaged his shoulders.

At this moment, a guard quickly crossed the grand hall. Kong Tong glared at the guard, who didn't know the rules.

But the guard looked panicked and didn't have time to greet the lady. He approached Li Ying and quickly whispered something in his ear.

Li Ying's face immediately changed, and he almost stood up from his seat, slamming his hand on the table.

Lady Kong Tong was startled and hurried to comfort him.

"Summon the general of the Flying Bird Corps immediately!" Li Ying said angrily.

Soon, the general of the Flying Bird Corps arrived.

The general knelt halfway in front of the grand hall and said softly, "Lord, what is it?"

"The Dragon Taming Academy has sent a message saying that Dongxu Fort has been breached, and the rebel army is advancing into Lichuan Plain." Li Ying almost lost control of his emotions and said angrily.

"The army has not received any battle reports. Who said this?" The general of the Flying Bird Corps was surprised.

"The messenger with the battle report is on his way. He will provide the details. This cannot be delayed. You must immediately send the Flying Bird Corps to Ronggu City to eliminate all the rebels. Do not let them enter Lichuan Plain!" Li Ying said.

Dongxu Fort and Ronggu City form a natural barrier against Wutu. Lichuan Plain is vast and flat. If the rebels spread out and raid the cities on the plain, a large number of troops would be needed to completely eliminate them.

Moreover, the other cities on Lichuan Plain have some food and military supplies. If the rebels seize weapons and armor, they will become a highly resistant army!

"The Flying Bird Corps..." The general hesitated.

"Go!" Li Ying said.

The general of the Flying Bird Corps accepted the order and quickly left the empty grand hall.

The steaming tea spilled onto the table, and Kong Tong used her handkerchief to wipe it away, speaking softly to Li Ying, "If this is true, why haven't we received any news?"

"The messenger was intercepted and killed." Li Ying said.

"Who did it? How could the rebels possibly know who our messengers are?" Kong Tong was extremely surprised.

Dongxu Fort is indeed remote, and the roads are difficult and dangerous. It's true that messengers have a hard time delivering messages, but not all messengers are in the army. Some even disguise themselves as merchants or civilians. Apart from the high-ranking military officials, how could the rebels accurately intercept them?

"We have a traitor in our army. The student from the Dragon Taming Academy is on his way and will inform us of the details." Li Ying said.

"The Flying Bird Corps has already been dispatched. You don't need to worry for now. However, the envoy from Lingxiao City is about to arrive, and the peace negotiations cannot be delayed..." Lady Kong Tong said.

"I know. Have everyone gather in the hall." Li Ying said.

"I will temporarily control the information and try to keep the news of Dongxu Fort from spreading." Kong Tong said.

"Alright." Li Ying nodded.

Lingxiao City is the biggest concern. If we can negotiate peace, we won't have to worry about the west, and we can easily crush Wutu before winter. However, we cannot allow the rebels to advance unchecked. We must quickly send troops to support the east. The Flying Bird Corps is the strongest and most mobile army in Ancestor Dragon City. Sending them will quickly eliminate the rebels in Wutu.

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In the grand hall of the Li Family Royal Court, a red ceremonial procession was slowly walking through the courtyard, gradually ascending the steps.

At the head of the procession was a man dressed in a blue and red official robe, wearing a feathered crown. He had clear features and exuded a sense of nobility in his every movement...

Behind him were many soldiers carrying wooden boxes. These soldiers also had a flower tied to their chests, clearly not there to start a fight but to celebrate something.

The wooden boxes were intricately carved with various patterns and were placed on both sides of the hall entrance. The man in the feathered crown ordered them to be opened.

When the boxes were opened, they were filled with gold, silver, jewels, and fine silk. Ancestor Dragon City is a fertile land, but in terms of wealth, it cannot compare to Lingxiao City, which has inexhaustible gold mines and abundant food supplies.

"Our Lingxiao City has always been generous to our neighbors. For this marriage, our city lord will not be stingy. These are the gifts for the marriage of the Lady. We hope the nobles of Ancestor Dragon City will like them." The man in the feathered crown spoke with a hint of pride but did not neglect the proper etiquette.