Exiled to the Frontier, He Became the Empire’s Most Powerful Lord - Chapter 7

Seeing that his temples were already streaked with gray, I knew in my heart how difficult it had been for him to resist the Turks in the northern border over the years.

Moreover, the Tie family was almost wiped out, and even the empress was framed and persecuted!

How could he not feel pain and anger?

“Feng’er, do you hate me?”

Tie Xuan looked at Zhou Lingfeng, his heart filled with unbearable guilt!

Because up until now, he has never thought of using 300,000 Northern Army soldiers to support Zhou Lingfeng in his struggle for the world and to sit on the throne.

“I don’t hate! Because the Tie family’s ancestral precepts have always been to be loyal to the people and loyal to the Great Zhou! This world has never belonged to one family or one clan!”

Zhou Lingfeng said calmly.

He admired Tie Xuan, a man who truly had a sense of national righteousness and was able to restrain his personal grudges.

“I will avenge my mother’s injustice and my own grievances!”

Zhou Lingfeng continued.

Tie Xuan was moved. He hadn’t expected that Zhou Lingfeng, despite being imprisoned for three years and having both legs crippled, would still have such a strong obsession.

“The journey to Mangcheng is long and arduous, with high mountains and a long road ahead. Once you arrive, just be a peaceful and prosperous vassal king! I will take care of everything else!”

Tie Xuan said in a deep voice.

Zhou Lingfeng also has Tie family blood, and is the only male heir besides him.

He only hoped to live a peaceful and happy life, continuing his bloodline.

“Could you please push me back to the inn, Uncle?”

“I want to change my clothes!”

Zhou Lingfeng suddenly laughed.

“good!”

Tie Xuan’s voice even had a hint of sadness!

This tough, unyielding commander felt an indescribable, bittersweet emotion as he faced his sister’s orphan.

This was originally the most noble child in the world, the future supreme ruler of the Great Zhou!

Now he has fallen into exile on the frontier!

The most tragic thing is that this is already the best ending for Zhou Lingfeng.

And this parting with Zhou Lingfeng might be the last time they see each other in this lifetime!

Tie Xuan naturally couldn’t refuse Zhou Lingfeng’s request.

“Little Hongzi, take this imperial edict to the Ministry of War, the Ministry of Revenue, and the Ministry of Rites and get what you’re entitled to! Remember, we want the best of everything, or else you can cause a huge fuss!”

Zhou Lingfeng gave instructions to Hong Jiuming.

Tie Xuan smiled slightly. His nephew really didn’t want to suffer any loss!

Emperor Yuanwu wanted him to take up his fiefdom today, so the other officials naturally dared not cause any trouble.

They quickly returned to the inn, and Mo Li tactfully went out.

At this moment, Tie Xuan said in a deep voice, “There is a canyon 150 miles outside of Shengjing. I left two thousand iron cavalry and some supplies there for you! This is the only thing your uncle can give you!”

“Remember, they are trustworthy!”

“Thank you, Uncle!”

A warm feeling welled up in Zhou Lingfeng’s heart!

Emperor Yuanwu was still his own father, yet he stingily gave him only a thousand personal guards, who were just foot soldiers!

This uncle gave him two thousand iron cavalry, which was also the maximum scope of his authority.

It’s a pity that it’s a bit expensive to actually keep one!

However, Mangcheng is actually quite rich in natural resources, but it is mountainous and inconvenient to travel there.

“My biggest worry is that your brothers won’t let you off the hook, and they might even use the army!”

Tie Xuan let out a heavy sigh!

Unfortunately, leading out two thousand iron cavalry was already his limit.

After all, Horn is no ordinary person, and it’s not easy to fool him.

“Uncle, don’t worry, I will take up my post safely! Besides, if all else fails, I can always run away!”

Zhou Lingfeng smiled and stood up.

“Your legs are actually…”

Tie Xuan looked shocked!

I never expected this kid to be so good at hiding it. He’s been in a wheelchair for the past three years, and even the Inspectorate didn’t know that his legs had fully recovered.

How could an eighteen-year-old boy be so cunning and so patient!

Even after being attacked by numerous martial artists last night, he still didn’t reveal the slightest flaw!

Emperor Yuanwu was a figure of great stature. Even he couldn’t see through Zhou Lingfeng’s disguise. No one among the princes could match his ability to endure.

Moreover, this old guy actually used the title of Barbarian King to humiliate him; he’ll definitely regret it later.

Tie Xuan was deeply moved, as was Zhou Lingfeng, since he was a modern person.

Give him some time, and he can create miracles and blind everyone…

“Uncle, you just focus on guarding the northern border and defeating the Turks! Give me a few years, and I will definitely return to Shengjing City in style!”

Zhou Lingfeng guessed Tie Xuan’s emotional fluctuations and immediately spoke.

“Good! Good! You truly live up to the blood of the Tie family!”

Cheol-hyun almost burst into tears!

With such a son, even his sister in the heavens must be smiling.

“This is the cavalry general’s order. Keep it safe! Once you arrive in Python City, you can register your troops and make them your Barbarian King’s cavalry!”

Tie Xuan took out a piece of black iron general’s token.

After explaining everything, Tie Xuan left gracefully, not daring to delay for even a moment.

Not long after, Hong Jiuming returned!

He was accompanied by Zhou Lingfeng’s complete set of barbarian king robes, ceremonial regalia, and seal.

“Your Highness, a thousand guards are on their way to the western suburban camp to retrieve someone!”

Hong Jiuming said with some dissatisfaction.

“It seems like someone’s always going to cause trouble.”

Zhou Lingfeng revealed a mocking smile.

“Call out your men, exchange all our silver notes for gold, load them onto carts! And buy plenty of daily necessities and food.”

Zhou Lingfeng began to make arrangements.

“yes!”

Hong Jiuming immediately gathered his assassins, changed them into ordinary clothes, and began to get to work.

Mo Li then helped Zhou Lingfeng put on the barbarian king’s robes!

The title of Barbarian King is the lowest-ranking one-character title. Although it is more prestigious than the title of King of Other Surnames, it is the lowest among the one-character titles.

However, this royal robe did give him a very imposing presence, making him appear more dignified.

“Your Highness, your face is just too pale!”

Mo Li said with some heartache.

She began to plan in her mind that from now on she must feed the prince more foods that nourish his blood and qi.

Seeing Mo Li’s expression, Zhou Lingfeng couldn’t help but chuckle inwardly. In fact, his complexion was formed by deliberately reversing his blood energy!

He can be radiant and full of energy anytime he wants.

By the time everything was ready, it was already noon!

After finishing their meal casually, Zhou Lingfeng ordered a trip to the western suburban camp.

The two thousand iron cavalrymen that Tie Xuan gave had already brought their own provisions, but the remaining thousand-plus people would have to travel thousands of miles, so they naturally needed to carry more food.

So they bought a hundred cartloads of grain, and the assassins hired them and drove the carts out of the city.

Mo Li then pushed Zhou Lingfeng in his wheelchair around Shengjing City, feeling that she might never be able to return to Shengjing again.

Hong Jiuming followed silently behind, scanning the surrounding crowd and protecting Zhou Lingfeng’s safety.

Although he vaguely guessed that the prince was actually a martial arts expert, he had not yet confirmed it, so he naturally dared not take it lightly.

There were also a dozen or so assassins hiding around, forming another layer of protection for Zhou Lingfeng’s safety.

Suddenly, a woman’s cries came from ahead, and a crowd of onlookers gathered around. Zhou Lingfeng immediately signaled Mo Li to push him over.

In the middle of the crowd, an old man with white hair lay on the ground, his life hanging in the balance.

A petite, slender woman lay on the corpse, weeping bitterly.

A spoiled brat looked at the corpse with smug satisfaction and shouted, “This is your grandfather who refused to listen to reason and deserves to die!”

“Guards, take this girl back with you! Tonight, I, the young master, want to be the groom in the bridal chamber!”

“How despicable! To commit murder in broad daylight!”

“This is the brother-in-law of the Fifth Prince of the current dynasty, and his sister is the Fifth Prince’s concubine!”

“No wonder he’s so arrogant and domineering. I heard the deposed crown prince is going to his fiefdom. The fifth prince will be the crown prince in the future!”

The people around them were talking amongst themselves, their faces showing fear.

In addition, with the young scoundrel’s gaze constantly sweeping over them, many people, fearing trouble, left one after another.

Zhou Lingfeng looked at Hong Jiuming, who immediately whispered, “Your Highness, this man is called Zhang Zhongliang, and he is the local tyrant of Shengjing City! His father is Zhang Yi, the Earl of Yuanshan! His sister is Zhang Fenglan, one of the Ten Beauties of Shengjing.”

“Zhang Fenglan? I’ve heard that name before.”

Zhou Lingfeng quickly remembered.

This woman was a concubine whom Zhou Zhencheng took in after his marriage.

It was obvious that Chang Ning Shuang would never sleep with him, which was why she didn’t object.

Frustrated, Zhou Zhen got drunk and deliberately brought Zhang Fenglan to his residence to stage a live sex show, wanting to humiliate and anger him.

At this moment, the woman on the ground was pulled up by the wicked servant, and she raised her pretty face.

“hiss!”

Suddenly, many gasps filled the air around us!

This woman’s beauty was so pure and captivating that it could mesmerize anyone at first glance.

“Is there such a stunning beauty among ordinary people? Something’s not right about her.”

Zhou Lingfeng stroked his chin, thinking.

However, this woman did not exhibit any true energy fluctuations and was just an ordinary person.

“Little Hongzi!”

At Zhou Lingfeng’s command, Hong Jiuming’s body turned into a blur, and the two wicked servants immediately flew into the air and crashed heavily to the ground.

“Damn it, someone actually dares to meddle!”

Zhang Zhongliang was furious. He was naturally protected by two martial artists, and at this moment he also attacked Hong Jiuming.

Unfortunately, ordinary martial artists are basically easy targets when they encounter Hong Jiuming!

In the blink of an eye, the two martial artists fell like wooden stakes, while Zhang Zhongliang was dragged over by Hong Jiuming.

“Who are you to dare to be so rude to me!”

Zhang Zhongliang was still very arrogant and fearless at this time.

“How dare you! His Highness the Barbarian King is here! Kneel down!”

With a casual kick, Hong Jiuming sent Zhang Zhongliang crashing to his knees, tears and snot streaming down his face from the pain.

“The Barbarian King? Isn’t that the former Crown Prince?”

“Yes! I never expected His Highness the Barbarian King to be so righteous! If only he were still the Crown Prince!”

“Shh, watch your words! How dare you or I criticize matters of the royal family!”

The people looked at Zhou Lingfeng with great respect.

They are always very simple and content; they remember whoever treats them well.

“Barbarian King! You’re just a deposed crown prince! Do you even know who my brother-in-law is!”

Zhang Zhongliang suddenly burst into laughter, looking at Zhou Lingfeng with disdain.

“Your brother-in-law is just the fifth prince! He hasn’t been granted the title of king yet, and he still has to bow to me when he sees me. Besides, I’ve already slept with your brother-in-law’s main wife.”

“You’re just the younger brother of a mere concubine!”

Zhou Lingfeng sneered.

Once a prince is granted the title of king, he must go to his fiefdom and completely lose the right to compete for the throne!