Fake Eunuch: Discovering the Emperor is a Woman!-Chapter 401 - 392: How is it you?

Even though he had only just left the Capital City not far behind, and even though there were no barbarians present in this area, he still dared not let his guard down.

After all, heaven knows if someone held a grudge against him, and was using this chance to stealthily take his life.

Moreover, several Princes within the Capital City had long viewed him unfavorably.

They could well have planted spies, seizing this opportunity to do him in.

Of course, such an event was unlikely to happen.

After all, he was under protection within the military camp.

Still, one must never be complacent; should an accident occur, it was not impossible.

By then, if one were to capsize in the gutter, there would be nowhere to regret it.

Thinking this, Lin Yi became progressively more vigilant. Though his body remained still, his hand was ever ready in a state of alertness.

Prepared to deliver a fatal blow.

And his other hand had already quietly reached for the short crossbow arrow inside his chest.

Yes, a crossbow arrow, and as for the reason why it wasn’t a firearm but a crossbow arrow, that was easily understood.

After all, firearms at the time were not quite perfected, needing a flint to ignite the fuse to fire.

Thus, the process to fire them was somewhat lengthy, not achieving the instant action of modern handguns.

In the face of imminent danger, there would be no time to waste.

In such moments, a crossbow arrow was much more effective, like the one hidden inside Lin Yi’s chest—a small crossbow modeled on the repeating crossbows of future generations.

With just a pull of the trigger, the crossbow arrows could be rapidly fired, a powerful tool for self-defense over short distances.

While he was on high alert, the shadowy figure approached closer, soon reaching a position about ten steps in front of him.

Just as Lin Yi was about to draw out the crossbow arrow, suddenly, a voice entered his ears.

This made him pause, his hand that was about to draw out the crossbow stopped in its tracks.

"Lin Yi brother, you should eat something. After a whole day’s rush, the body can’t bear it. Plus, with fast marching scheduled for tomorrow, if you don’t eat, how will you endure it?"

The voice was so familiar, instantly bringing a person to mind for Lin Yi. Indeed, it was no other than Xiao Xiao.

This made him instantly release the crossbow arrow in his chest and pulled his hand out. He then rolled over and sat up, looking in disbelief at the person in front of him dressed in a soldier’s armor.

"Xiao Xiao? How did you get here? Didn’t I tell you to wait for me at home, peacefully?

Why are you being disobedient? Why follow me here?

This is the front line; what if something were to happen to you?"

When Lin Yi actually sat up, he realized with a start that the person was none other than Xiao Xiao.

Xiao Xiao stood there holding a plate of food, looking somewhat embarrassed, like a child who had done something wrong, allowing Lin Yi to scold her without talking back.

This scene made Lin Yi feel both exasperated and amused, yet at the same time, he felt exceptionally distressed.

He stepped out of his boots, got off the bed, and walked toward the girl.

Then, he took hold of her shoulders and stared intently into her eyes, letting out a helpless sigh:

"Ah, you girl, why won’t you listen? I told you not to come for your own good, you know, the battlefield is too dangerous, I don’t want you to be at risk!"

However, after saying this, Xiao Xiao revealed a sweet smile, looking at Lin Yi with a gentle tone as she spoke:

"Hehe, it’s okay, Lin Yi brother often doesn’t take care of himself, so it’s better for Xiao Xiao to be close by to look after you.

Look, for example, wouldn’t Lin Yi brother go without eating tonight if Xiao Xiao didn’t come?

That would be really bad for your health."

Seeing this girl’s demeanor, Lin Yi really couldn’t get angry.

In the end, he could only helplessly pick up the girl sideways, placed her on the bed, and after lightly teasing her little nose, he reluctantly spoke:

"I know you’re worried about Lin Yi brother, but you can’t put yourself in danger.

Sigh, never mind, since you’re here now, just stay put.

You silly girl, since you’re here, why didn’t you come out earlier?

How did you make it here on this journey? You didn’t march along with them, did you?"

After saying this, Lin Yi’s gaze also shifted down to Xiao Xiao’s feet.

He noticed that her boots were covered in mud, which clearly showed how she had traveled.

And seeing Lin Yi looking at her small feet, Xiao Xiao subconsciously moved back and then her face showed a slightly embarrassed smile:

"Xiao Xiao was afraid that if Lin Yi brother knew Xiao Xiao had followed, he would send Xiao Xiao back.

If it wasn’t for worrying about whether Lin Yi brother would eat tonight, Xiao Xiao wouldn’t have shown up today.

And it’s okay, Xiao Xiao knows Martial Arts, Lin Yi brother doesn’t need to worry, Xiao Xiao is very capable.

This little distance can’t stump me."

However, upon hearing this, Lin Yi couldn’t help but glare at her, and without saying anything further, he flipped her over onto the bed.

Then he took off her boots in one go and looked towards those dainty little feet.

But when he did, he was startled to see several small blisters that had formed on the previously delicate feet.

This girl might know Martial Arts, but after all, she’s not one of those rough men; they’re used to this intensity of training every day.

Xiao Xiao, on the other hand, wasn’t like that; she might train in Martial Arts on regular days, but she’s never experienced such intense marching, and because of that, her type of skin couldn’t withstand such marching conditions. freeweɓnovel-cøm

Seeing those blisters, Lin Yi felt a pang in his heart and couldn’t help but show a face full of concern.

He was worried, he wanted to scold her a little, but thinking of her gentle nature, he held back the words that had reached his lips.

"Hehe, Lin Yi brother, don’t worry, such a little injury is nothing, it’ll be better by tomorrow."

With that, Xiao Xiao tried to get up to serve Lin Yi a meal.

However, Lin Yi saw this and immediately glared, pressing her back down onto the bed:

"Lie down properly, with your feet like that, where do you think you’re going? Tell me, have you eaten?"

Upon hearing Lin Yi’s question, Xiao Xiao was clearly startled, then she hurriedly nodded:

"I’ve eaten, I’ve eaten, Xiao Xiao has already eaten."

However, this girl could not lie. Her evasive eyes had already betrayed her inner thoughts.

Then Lin Yi, without any doubt, took the food that was beside him, scooped up a spoonful, and brought it straight to Xiao Xiao’s mouth:

"Good girl, open your mouth."

...End of Chapter...