Although the battle has ended, the two of them did not dare to relax in the slightest, separately commanding the troops inside the city to conduct a thorough search, striving to find all the remaining Caesarians in the shortest possible time. This was an arduous and thankless task; if they acted too slowly, His Imperial Majesty outside the city would become impatient, and they would suffer the reprimand of this exalted personage. But if they merely made a perfunctory search, allowing the Caesarian remnants to disturb the imperial carriage, then all their previous merits would be for naught, and they would instead incur the charge of incompetence.

  The difference in experience between Fang and Xu can be seen from this place. Xu Haifeng chose a place at the city gate and started searching slowly around it, while Fang Ming ordered his soldiers to clear the houses on both sides of the main road first, ensuring that each house had at least three soldiers left inside. Then he rushed into the inner city, carefully cleaning up several large courtyards, searching every corner until he was absolutely sure it was safe, and then ordering his soldiers to surround these places with three layers inside and out, making it impossible for even a fly to get in.

  After doing all this, Fang Zhong found Xu Haifeng, who had just searched the 30th house.

  "Little brother, lets go and welcome the imperial carriage into the city." Fang Ming pulled on Xu Haifengs horse head and was about to head towards the city gate.

  Xu Haifeng was shocked and hastily asked: "Big brother, have you finished searching?"

  Fang Xiang laughed and said, "Younger brother, dont be foolish. Who has the ability to search everything at once? I just helped His Majesty tidy up his bedroom and arranged some guards along the way."

  "Is that all?" Xu Haifeng asked in surprise.

  "Normally its out of the question, but this is a royal campaign, and thats a different story. As long as we can guarantee Your Majestys safety, itll be considered a great success."

  Xu Haifeng nodded thoughtfully and drove out of town in the direction he was heading.

  Originally, with their two official positions, they were unable to preside over this matter, but this city was founded by the two of them, and the situation was different. Many generals in the city who were at the same level as Xu Haifeng or higher saw him with great respect and did not dare to be slightly rude. The reason is simple: because the soldiers under Xu Haifengs command performed exceptionally well in this battle, most soldiers respected heroes, and as the highest commander of the Fifth Column, he received even more courtesy than Fang Xiangming.

  "His Majestys good fortune is equal to heaven, Linan City has been taken, please Your Majesty enter the city for inspection." The two came before the mountain slope, dismounted and bowed down.

  "Is this really the Commander-in-Chief Hui?" The Emperor Han Xian had witnessed the entire battle scene earlier and naturally knew that the city was taken down solely thanks to the efforts of Commander-in-Chief Huis fifth column. He couldnt help but feel deeply curious about how someone could turn a group of slaves into such a formidable force in just three months, perhaps with a hint of reverence, but he would never admit it.

  "It is I, your humble servant. Long live Your Majesty, long live, long live, forever and ever!" Xǔ Hǎifēng said with a bow.

  "Xu Ai Qing, just now I saw that you have three brave warriors under your command, all of whom possess the courage to defy ten thousand men. Why not let them come up together? I will reward each of them."

  "Your Majestys orders." As soon as Xu Haifeng received the edict, he was stunned. He wasnt a fool, of course, and knew that among the three brave warriors referred to by the Emperor, there must be Zhebie and Qin Yong, but who was the third? He had no idea at all. The others performance on the battlefield were about the same, and it was really hard to think of anyone who stood out, perhaps because the battlefield was too big, he hadnt seen clearly, which was also normal, but now the Emperor suddenly wanted to see him, without any clue, wanting to find this person, that would be impossible even if Xu Haifengs head were chopped off.

  "Xu Ai Qing, why dont you go and pass on the order?" Emperor Han Xian saw Xu Haifeng respond with a single sound, then knelt down on the ground with an expression of being in a difficult situation, feeling displeased in his heart, and asked. If it were another small general, he would have long since ordered him to be dragged out and beaten with a board. If he encountered someone who was having a bad day, even if they were killed on the spot, it would be considered trivial.

  "I dare not conceal from Your Majesty, I indeed have two brave generals under my command. They lived up to their reputation for bravery today, but I really cant think of who the third one is?" Xǔ Hǎifēng replied with a stiff upper lip.

  "So it was you who was with the third brave warrior on the cart, shouting slogans together."

  "I understand, Your Majesty. I will instruct him to come and pay his respects." Xǔ Hǎifēng hastily took the order and was about to leave to find someone.

  "General Xu, wait a moment." Direction Ming suddenly said: "Your Majesty, at this time the sky is about to darken, I have prepared a temporary palace for Your Majesty in the inner city, please move your imperial carriage."

  "Well, all right, Im also tired, lets enter the city."

  Many officials supported the emperor, and entered Linan City in a grand manner. At this time, it can be seen that Zong Zes foresight was correct, and Linan City was heavily guarded, with sentries every three steps and watchtowers every five steps, arranged in an orderly manner, making it difficult for birds to fly over.

  This was originally the capital of Tuban, and the buildings in the inner city were all built on a royal scale. Although it is far from the grandeur of the Great Han Dynastys capital, it is still sufficient as a temporary palace.

  Upon arrival at the grand hall, the Emperor granted them seats. The various ministers all sat down, and Fang Xiang presented a cup of clear tea in a timely manner, causing Han Xian Emperor to be overjoyed. Meanwhile, Xu Haifeng had already sent word on the road to summon the three generals, who now paid their respects to Han Xian Emperor at Fang Xiangs signal.

  "Your Majesty, I have brought three thousand men under my command." Xǔ Hǎifēng knelt down and reported.

  "Oh, let them come in." Emperor Han Xian said with interest.

  "Yes, His Majesty has decreed that Qin Yong, Zhe Bie and Lin Changkong are summoned to an audience." A small eunuch stood at the front of the steps and shouted loudly.

  "Long live Your Majesty, long live, long live, forever and ever..." The three of them chorused in unison.

  "Prostrate yourselves." Emperor Xian of Han looked at the three of them, a hint of surprise on his face, and said: "Zhebie, he is not one of our Han people, is he?"

  "Reporting to Your Majesty, Zhebie was a brave warrior unexpectedly discovered by me from the slave camp. He was originally a Xiongnu person." Xu Haifeng stole a glance and saw that the emperors face seemed not too good-looking. He immediately thought of the Xiongnu being the Han Dynastys hundred-year-old archenemy. As a small character, he had never been bullied by the Xiongnu people, so his impression was not deep. However, the emperor, who had been in high positions for a long time, naturally had no good feelings towards the Xiongnu people. Once he suspected that there were such abnormal archers among the Xiongnu people, he might not be able to protect Zhebie even if he wanted to. He quickly said: "However, after I brought him out of the slave camp, Zhebie has turned over a new leaf and is willing to serve our great Han Dynasty with all his might. Please enlighten me, Your Majesty."

  "Alright, let the Xie family do as they please then." Emperor Huan of Han finally decided not to pursue this matter any further. After all, if he were to execute his meritorious officials at this time, he feared that it would immediately chill the hearts of people everywhere. This was something that Emperor Huan would never do. He carefully observed the other two men and said: "And who are these two brave warriors..."

  "This is Qin Yong, a subordinate of mine who has been gifted with extraordinary strength since childhood. He has mastered the Thirteen Taibao Horizontal Exercise, passed down through his family, and has already reached the thirteenth level."

  As soon as this statement came out, several people in the great hall who knew their stuff were moved, and they looked at Qin Yong with a gaze that was like looking at a monster. The Thirteen Taibao Horizontal Practice is the simplest external skill on Jianghu, but its also the most difficult to practice. The first seven levels of this skill are not difficult, as long as you have perseverance, most people can master it within twenty years. But the problem is that from the eighth level onwards, the time spent increases exponentially, and every time you advance one level, the time spent increases by more than double.

  Of course, from the eighth layer onwards, its true power gradually manifests, and it can withstand ordinary sword slashes. With each higher layer, its power also increases relatively. If someone can enjoy a lifespan of five hundred years, then this skill will definitely be practiced to the thirteenth layer. According to legend, the Thirteen Taibao of the thirteenth layer is invincible, even divine swords and sharp blades cannot harm him in the slightest. Whats more frightening is that from then on, water and fire cannot invade, and a hundred poisons are not feared. It is known as the worlds number one defensive skill.

  Before Qin Yong, the highest record was a Buddhist disciple who practiced to the eleventh level. He relied on this eleventh-level horizontal practice to become one of the top masters in the world.

  Unexpectedly, Qin Yong has made another breakthrough today, and with one move, he has reached the pinnacle of his training. No wonder he can charge forward recklessly on the battlefield, invincible wherever he goes. The 13th heavy exercise of the 13th Tai Bao is a realm that no one can know, perhaps only a master of the current generation can fight him.

  "This one was also promoted from the slave camp, his name is Lin Changkong." Xu Haifeng continued to introduce, he still cant figure out why the emperor knew that Lin Changkong had the courage of a thousand men when he hadnt even made a move.

  However, after listening to Xu Haifengs introduction, everyone was depressed. How did Xu Haifeng have such good luck that he could find two freaks in the slave camp? And how could such powerful people be willing to stay in the slave camp? With their skills, it would be easy for them to leave.

  "Good, the three of you are indeed extraordinary and courageous. I am very pleased." Emperor Han Xian encouraged them for a while, then bestowed upon them generous rewards before letting them leave. However, from Emperor Han Xians tone, it was clear that he looked at Qin Yong with different eyes. Although there was no difference in the gifts given, he showed great concern and asked if Qin Yong would be willing to serve in the Imperial Guard. If it were someone else, even if they could bear not answering, they would at least express gratitude. But Qin Yong completely ignored the old man on the throne, only looking at Xu Hai Feng waiting for him to make a decision.

  Its impossible for Xu Haifeng to give up, and he politely declined at the moment. In fact, even if he wanted to agree, it wouldnt work out because he couldnt explain the blood wine incident at all.

  As for the other two, Emperor Hanxian showed little interest. In his palace, he had seen all sorts of masters, and it was just a whim to see Lin Changkong. As for Zhebie, after all, he was a Xiongnu person, not one of us, and his heart could be condemned. Not killing him on the spot was already an imperial pardon.