they heard the soldiers discussing the latest news. Feng Aotiān's army was heading towards Linxi County, moving slowly but estimated to be stationed outside the city, likely to start a battle tomorrow...Feng Lingxi nodded. "It is indeed dangerous, but we need it now, and before we leave, I will clean it up thoroughly and there won't be any trace left."

"Your Highness, you're not meant for battle, are you"

Sun Cheng was full of doubts, but seeing Feng Lingxi's response, he didn't dare to ask any more questions.

How powerful are these twenty sticks of gunpowder What is the Princess planning to do

"I've thought about it. Since we're here, it means this thing was bound to appear eventually. Given our current situation, with this weapon at our disposal, why not use it Besides, if used effectively, it could end the war sooner. Wouldn't that be a good thing"

Swords and blades clash, leaving casualties on both sides. Though gunpowder's power is immense and takes lives, it can bring an end to war sooner if used wisely. For the common people, a swift end to conflict would be a blessing.

Sun Cheng was surprised by the queen's words, but he also felt that they were very reasonable.

"Whatever you say, I will do."

Feng Lingxi nodded, "Thank you for your hard work, General Sun. However, about this matter, besides us, no one else can know. We must also keep the source of this gunpowder a secret."

"Understood, Your Highness. Please rest assured."

Feng Lingxi was at ease with Sun Cheng's loyalty. Since she had taken him in, Sun Cheng had been devoted to her. If he remained so loyal in the future, she would entrust him with the gunpowder matter.

Sun Cheng also understood that when the princess chose him, it was because of his loyalty. But it was this very loyalty that made him even more grateful to the princess, vowing to be loyal to her until death, and understanding deeply that she and the princess shared weal and woe.

After Sun Cheng left, Dugu City finally asked the question that had been troubling him.

"Xier, are you really going to let gunpowder into the world At this time, are you sure you won't attract the attention of the court"

"If the court truly trusted you, your gunpowder could win wars and quell unrest in the border regions. This would be a boon to them, like adding wings to a tiger. But if they doubted your intentions, wouldn't that reveal whether or not the court was willing to keep you"

Moreover, Feng Aotian is not unaware of this gunpowder matter. As long as Feng Aotian knows that she manufactured the gunpowder, even if he reports it, would the court be able to successfully obtain the gunpowder manufacturing method

Moreover, the gunpowder she made in Tu Mu Town right now is for emergency use only. Whether it will be used on the battlefield remains to be seen.

"I just think it's too risky. If we tell the court about this, there will definitely be trouble."

Dugu Cheng looked at Feng Lingxi, he was worried about Yuan Zhaodi. If he truly had ill intentions towards Xi'er, he didn't know what to do.

"We've been married for this long, haven't we had our share of trouble This is nothing. Besides, I don't intend to make a big deal out of it, so when the time comes..."

Feng Lingxi leaned in close to Dugu Cheng's ear and whispered her true thoughts. After hearing this, Dugu Cheng frowned slightly, looking into Feng Lingxi's eyes with a smile, "Really"

"Why not, hear me out."

獨孤城一臉無奈，點頭。

"Prince Chen, Princess Chen."

A domineering voice came from the door, and the two glanced at each other. Feng Lingxi smoothed her clothes and walked out together. They saw Feng Aotian standing at the door, and Dugu Cheng frowned slightly.

"What important matter does the Generalissimo have"

Feng Aotian's expression stiffened slightly as he looked at Feng Lingxi, "I'm here to thank the Crown Princess of Chen. Just now, Lord Liu told me that the situation has stabilized, there have been no new patients, and the Crown Princess has also found the source of the infection. I specially came over to thank you."

"Commander of the State, I did such a huge favor for you, shouldn't you thank me"

Feng Aotian heard Feng Lingxi's words, slightly startled, and nodded.

"Princess Four, please speak."

“I want to ask General Zhen Guo to promise me one thing. About the incident in Tumu Fort, only tell the court the final result. As for what happened in the middle, General Zhen Guo shouldn’t tell the court. The credit belongs to you, we only lend a hand, how about that”

Feng Aotian heard this, a puzzled look on his face.

For such great contributions, to give it all to him

Feng Aotian was very uneasy, it couldn't be intentional, wanting to scheme against him, could it

But he hadn't offended her recently, it shouldn't have been a reason for her to scheme against him, after all. The little bit of goodwill he had managed to cultivate instantly crumbled at this moment.

"General Zhen Guo, don't overthink it. My husband and I have no other intentions. We just don't want to overshadow others. You should know that this time, I came to help for the sake of the people, not for glory."

"Well, of course."

Feng Aotian let out a breath. As long as they weren't scheming against him, it was fine.

Who wouldn't want this credit If he could accomplish such a feat, the court would look at him with admiration.

"Alright then, let's make a deal. You can't fool me. No matter what happens here, just tell me the result, don't say anything about the process. Otherwise, the credit won't be yours."

Feng Aotien, though he had some doubts, seeing his contributions, Feng Aotien didn't ask any further questions.

Once the credit was secured, he didn't need to inquire further about the details. After all, Feng Lingxi was willing to help this time, and by agreeing to her request, it would be easier for him to ask for her help in the future.

"Don't worry, Your Highness. I am incredibly grateful that you agreed to help me this time."

That's good.

Wind Lingxi glanced at Dugu City and gave him a wink. That playful look, seen by Feng Aotian, didn't seem like scheming at all. Instead, he found Wind Lingxi quite adorable that way.

Maybe, if we let go of our prejudices, Feng Lingxi is actually a pretty good person.

Compared to now, his attitude towards her back then was truly harsh when I think about it.

"Your Highness, there's something I want to ask you, and it's nothing malicious. As husband and wife, I just want to know about your mother's whereabouts. Is she well"

She's fine, don't worry.

She doesn't even know where her mother is. Anyway, in front of Feng Aotian, she has to appear well-behaved and respectful towards her mother.

"Then do you know where she is"

Feng Lingxi looked at Feng Aotian, her eyes wary.

"I didn't mean anything..."

"I've answered enough questions. I don't know where my mother is, but she's fine and alive. Just stop asking."

Feng Yu Xi Ke and Luo Li were together, so there was no way she would tell him where their mother was. Even if she knew.

Feng Aotien awkwardly smiled, it was true, how could he forget.

"Then I'll go back to rest first. Your Highness, Crown Princess, good night."

After Feng Aotien stepped down, Feng Lingxi's face darkened, and she looked displeased.

This person is really getting above themselves, I can't stand to talk to them any longer.

“I actually think he’s changed his attitude towards you lately. I don’t know if it’s because he sees how good Xier is, or if he has other motives.”

"Of course, there's another agenda."

Feng Lingxi turned around and sat back down at the table, pouring herself a glass of water.

"Think about it, he just asked, Feng Yu Xi is his daughter. He asked about his mother's whereabouts. What kind of couple are they if he truly treated his mother as his wife, how could he treat her like that It's so hypocritical." pulled her cloak tighter. The wind blew, and even with such thick clothes, she felt cold. She didn't know how her mother would manage to get through another day."Your Highness, it's time for dinner."...