I Love Every One of You

"According to the reports from the operatives our Tongxin League planted in the capital, the current capital is no longer the Empress's capital."

"In fact, the entire world is no longer the Empress's world."

"It is fast becoming Ren Tianye's personal possession!"

"And this is the reason why our Tongxin League, a martial arts faction, is willing to get involved with Lin Zixiao's army, and even more so, why we are willing to provide firearms."

Protector Bai explained point by point.

The Seven Heroes of Chifeng listened earnestly, like soldiers undergoing training.

However, they already knew most of what Protector Bai was saying, and even the parts they weren't entirely clear on, they could guess pretty accurately.

Thus, they remained silent, listening to Bai Zixuan continue.

"Although our Tongxin League is a faction of the martial world, we have a heart that loves the country and aids the people. We hope even more that the commoners of the world can understand what love is and how to love."

"Originally, we pinned our hopes on Lin Zixiao. After he entered the capital and eradicated Ren Tianye's forces, our Tongxin League would then offer him good advice. Whether he chose to assist the Empress or inherit her legacy, it wouldn't matter."

"Our Tongxin League would have been very pleased."

"But..."

Bai Zixuan's frown deepened.

This instantly made the Seven Heroes of Chifeng feel a pang of heartache.

If they weren't afraid that Bai Zixuan would kick them out of the group, someone would have already jumped out to comfort her.

"But I never expected..."

"That Lin Zixiao would be so stupid!"

"The capital is already in Ren Tianye's grasp, yet he still insists on entering it. If Ren Tianye ambushes and kills him, wouldn't our great cause be ruined?"

Pausing, Bai Zixuan asked, "What do you all think?"

The Seven Heroes of Chifeng could finally speak.

One by one, they eagerly brought out their best skills, wanting to leave as good an impression as possible on Bai Zixuan so that she would love them more.

"Lin Zixiao is indeed too stupid. If you ask me, his trip to the capital will likely cost him his life."

"Hmph, to think we risked the lives of our entire extended families to follow him into this battle. All we sought was the merit of supporting the dragon, hoping to be granted titles and become generals in the future, to give you, Zixuan, and your child the best life. Yet he has completely shattered our hopes!"

"The way I see it, we should take advantage of Lin Zixiao entering the capital and rebel against him. Lin Zixiao didn't take many people with him; we still have a force of two hundred thousand. We can still help Zixuan conquer this Great Yu empire and help her realize her dreams."

"That's a good idea, I think it works."

"For Zixuan, we'll rebel against Lin Zixiao. He never treated us as brothers anyway. Let's... prepare the executioners. If Lin Zixiao doesn't die in the capital, he will die when he comes back!"

"It's just that..."

Fourth Brother Su Mo, being the military strategist, thought the most deeply and said, "Although this plan is brilliant, there is one problem..."

"After getting rid of Lin Zixiao, who will be the commander-in-chief?"

As soon as these words came out, the other six of the Seven Heroes of Chifeng were all stunned.

Indeed, this was a problem!

Who would be the commander-in-chief?

Although the Seven Heroes of Chifeng were all quite capable, they each had their own specialties. While their prestige in the army wasn't low, none of them could command the awe and submission of the entire military like Lin Zixiao did.

Basically, it was a situation where no one would submit to anyone else!

Especially since...

Now that Zixuan's child was about to be born, they had the responsibility and obligation to give Zixuan's child the best life possible.

In this whole wide world, what could be better than being a crown prince or princess?

They wanted so badly for Bai Zixuan to be the Empress, and for her child to be the Crown Prince!

In that case...

They had to fight for it!

"This position of commander-in-chief belongs to none other than me!" First Brother Xiao Lie said in a deep voice. "I am the vanguard general of the army, and I was originally a military officer of the southern border army. I am the most qualified."

"Where does that leave me?" Second Brother Cheng Shu immediately retorted. "I am the commanding general guarding the central army, and I brought my own private troops when I joined. If anyone is to be the commander, it must be me!"

"The commander-in-chief must be the person who can best determine the outcome of a battle. And I..." Third Brother Shen Xiao said, "I am the cavalry commander. Who doesn't know that the cavalry is the decisive factor on the battlefield?"

"Bullshit, the army's commander should be the person with the most brains!" Fourth Brother Su Mo said. "I am the military strategist. Only I can lead the army to take the capital!"

"I am in charge of intelligence, and I am the most well-informed. Without my support? Being the commander? My ass." Fifth Brother Tang Yin said. "You might as well let me be the commander!"

"Heh, I am the divine doctor. If you don't let me be the commander, I will poison the army. The worst that can happen is we all die together. Of course, I will send Zixuan out first!"

"The most qualified one is me!" Seventh Brother Zhao Cheng also refused to show weakness. "I have always been Lin Zixiao's man, ever since we were in the Northern Frontier. Now I am even the commander of Lin Zixiao's personal guards. If he falls, it naturally falls to me!"

Every one of the Seven Heroes of Chifeng was burning with ambition.

They all insisted on taking the commander's position, and so...

They couldn't help but start arguing again.

However, this argument didn't last too long, because very soon, the seven of them realized something.

Zixuan had just said that whoever dared to fight secretly would be kicked out of the group.

They didn't want to be kicked out.

As a result, they actually quieted down. Then, Fifth Brother Tang Yin, transforming into a total simp, dropped a line.

"How about this, let's ask Zixuan..."

"Whoever Zixuan loves the most, we will elect as the commander-in-chief!"

The eyes of the Seven Heroes of Chifeng instantly lit up.

This idea was brilliant!

Thus, they all agreed in unison.

Immediately after, they all started asking questions at once.

"Zixuan, who do you love the most?"

"Zixuan, the one you love the most, is it me?"

"Zixuan, I know that in your heart, I'm different from the others!"

...

Bai Zixuan, however, slowly swept her gaze over the Seven Heroes of Chifeng, and then... chuckled.

She laughed inexplicably.

And gradually became more unbridled.

Seeming somewhat intoxicated.

Finally...

Her laughter grew louder and louder.

She suddenly stood up from the commander's chair, not even minding the child in her belly, and rushed into the middle of the Seven Heroes of Chifeng.

She looked at the Seven Heroes of Chifeng with deep affection.

"I love you all!"

"I love every single one of you!"

"Every one!"

"I, Bai Zixuan, love each and every one of you!"

Before she even finished speaking, she opened her arms and threw herself into First Brother Xiao Lie's embrace. Wrapping her arms around Xiao Lie's neck, she immediately offered a sweet kiss.

First Brother Xiao Lie was startled at first, but his face quickly filled with wild ecstasy.

The other six people beside them, however, all looked displeased.

But before their displeasure could end, Bai Zixuan let go of First Brother Xiao Lie and rushed toward Second Brother Cheng Shu without hesitation.

She planted a loud smack on Second Brother Cheng Shu's cheek, leaving a deep and bright red kiss.

Second Brother Cheng Shu was naturally stunned and then wildly ecstatic as well, but the next moment, Bai Zixuan let go of him.

And rushed over to Third Brother Shen Xiao!

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