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Xiao Chenyi put the sword into the scabbard, slowly walked to the middle of the courtyard, and waited quietly.

Soon, the imperial team arrived at the Xiao Mansion. The leading eunuch shouted loudly: "The imperial edict has arrived, Xiao Chenyi, the young general, please accept it!"

Xiao Chenyi took a deep breath, straightened his clothes, then knelt on one knee with a solemn expression.

He lowered his head slightly, but was secretly guessing the contents of the imperial edict.

The eunuch slowly unfolded the imperial edict and read aloud: "The Emperor, in compliance with the Will of Heaven, proclaims: The current situation at the border is unstable, and we need capable people to guard it. Xiao Chenyi is brave and good at fighting, and has extraordinary talents. I order him to go to the border to guard it and defend the country. I decree this!"

When Xiao Chenyi heard the contents of the imperial edict, his heart was slightly shocked. A complex emotion flashed in his eyes, including surprise, contemplation, and a hint of helplessness.

He knew that this was the emperor's order and as a subject he had to obey.

He slowly raised his head, took the imperial edict with both hands, and said in a steady voice: "Your servant Xiao Chenyi will fulfill his mission and serve the country."

Standing up, Xiao Chenyi looked into the distance, as if he had already seen the distant frontier and the challenges that were about to be faced.

This news was like a huge rock thrown into the lake of his heart, causing a thousand waves in his heart.

He knew that the journey to the frontier was long and the mountains were high, and it was difficult to determine when to return. He might never have the chance to return to this familiar capital city again.

The moment Xiao Chenyi received the imperial edict, mixed emotions surged in his heart. He looked at the bright yellow imperial edict and sighed slightly.

He knew that this was the emperor's order and he could not disobey it.

When Xiao Chenyi's family and servants learned that he would be transferred from the capital to guard the border, they all looked worried.

When other people in the mansion heard the news, they all gathered around.

Xiao Chenyi's father, General Xiao, came forward, patted him on the shoulder, and said, "Chenyi, you must be careful when you go to the border. Your father believes that you can do it."

Xiao Chenyi nodded and said, "Don't worry, father. I will do my best."

He began to pack his bags and prepare to leave.

While sorting out his things, Chu Yuqin's figure couldn't help but appear in his mind.

In his heart, there is someone who always worries him, and that is Chu Yuqin.

Xiao Chenyi recalled that Chu Yuqin treated Old Madam Xiao regardless of past grudges and pulled the old lady back from the brink of life and death, and his heart was filled with gratitude and complicated emotions.

He felt that before leaving, he must see Chu Yuqin for the last time and express his gratitude to her in person.

So, after some careful consideration, Xiao Chenyi decided to write a letter and have someone secretly deliver it to Chu Yuqin in the palace.

The letter was sincere and expressed his desire to meet her, just to thank her for saving Mrs. Xiao's life.

After receiving the letter, Chu Yuqin fell into deep thought.

She understood Xiao Chenyi's feelings. After all, she saved Old Madam Xiao only out of her past affection and kindness.

She also understood that whether she met him or not, it might cause some unnecessary trouble.

But in the end, she decided to agree to Xiao Chenyi's request. She felt that she should give a formal farewell to the past.

The next morning, Xiao Chenyi stood in front of the mirror, carefully adjusting his clothes.

He was wearing a dark blue robe with a black belt around his waist. The belt was inlaid with an emerald green jade pendant, which further highlighted his handsomeness.

His hair was neatly tied up, his sword-like eyebrows were slightly furrowed, and there was a complex light flashing in his deep eyes. Under his high nose bridge, his thin lips were slightly pursed, as if he was thinking about something.

Xiao Chenyi took a deep breath and walked towards the palace with firm steps.

Every step he took was filled with determination, as if this was a big thing he had to accomplish.

Finally arriving at the gate of the palace, he explained his purpose to the guard and waited quietly by the side.

His hands sometimes clenched into fists and sometimes unclenched them, showing his inner tension and uneasiness.

After some briefing, Chu Yuqin asked him to meet her at Fengyi Palace.

When he stepped into the familiar yet somewhat strange palace, his heart beat faster involuntarily.

Chu Yuqin was sitting on a soft couch in the palace. She was wearing a light pink palace dress, and the hem of her skirt spread out gently like a cloud.

Her long hair fell on her shoulders as softly as silk, and she wore several delicate pearl hairpins on her head, sparkling in the sunlight.

Her curved eyebrows were slightly raised, and there was a hint of surprise in her eyes at first. There seemed to be ripples in her autumn-water eyes, and then they returned to calm, with a sense of calmness and composure.

When she heard Xiao Chenyi's voice, the corners of her mouth slightly raised, revealing a faint smile. That smile was like the breeze in spring, warm and dignified.

Xiao Chenyi walked up to Chu Yuqin, knelt on one knee, and said in a trembling voice: "Empress, I am here today to express my gratitude to you in person."

Chu Yuqin was slightly stunned, then gently raised her hand, motioning him to stand up, and said softly, "General Xiao, there is no need to be so polite. Please stand up quickly."

There was a hint of gentleness in her eyes, like clear lake water, making people feel peaceful.

Xiao Chenyi stood up and stared at Chu Yuqin with sincerity and gratitude in his eyes. He continued, "Empress, you saved the old lady. I, Xiao Chenyi, will never forget this kindness. If it weren't for your help, the old lady would have been..."

His voice was choked up and he paused here.

Chu Yuqin shook her head slightly and said with a smile: "General Xiao, I just did my best. The old lady is blessed by heaven, so you don't have to worry too much."

There was always a faint smile on her face, and that smile was full of tolerance and generosity.

Xiao Chenyi took a deep breath, tried to calm himself down, and said: "No matter what, I still want to thank you. I will be heading to the border soon, and I don't know when I will be back, so I must come to thank you today."

Chu Yuqin nodded slightly, with a complex emotion flashing in her eyes. The emotion seemed to contain a hint of emotion and a hint of blessing. She said softly, "Life is tough in the frontier, you must take care of yourself."

Xiao Chenyi showed a determined look on his face and said, "Don't worry, Queen, I will definitely guard the border well and live up to everyone's expectations."

When Xiao Chenyi stepped into the palace to meet Chu Yuqin, the secret guards in the palace quietly passed the news to Tang Yinyu.

At that time, Tang Yinyu was handling government affairs in the imperial study. The moment he heard the news, the brush in his hand suddenly stopped, and a drop of ink fell on the memorial, spreading it.

His brows were tightly furrowed, and the expression on his face gradually became gloomy, like the sky before a storm.