Chapter 0004: New Mission

Has the young master returned

Just thinking about this matter, Qin Feng couldn't help but feel a bit troubled. Outside the city, there were tens of thousands of imperial troops, all of whom were truly battle-hardened elites, and the generals leading them were not incompetent. Although he had traveled through time and space, he was utterly powerless. In such a situation, what could he possibly do to help him repel the enemy and break the siege

"You are not a woman from an ordinary family, are you?" he suddenly said

After meeting with several trusted aides of Zhao Yuanjin yesterday, he was politely invited to a storage room, where the grain began to be continuously transported over.

It is absolutely impossible; there is a severe shortage of food and supplies in the city. This information has been verified through multiple sources and cannot be false!" The tall, thin man firmly denied.

Qin Feng did not decline either, and sat down at one side of the writing desk, while Su Mu personally served him a tea cup.

Subsequently, a torrent of intricate and complex information surged in, detailing the structural composition of the starship and its numerous functional characteristics. Unfortunately, the vast majority of this information was beyond his comprehension at the moment, and he could only passively receive it as memories.

Due to the limited dimensional space within the mysterious warship, the amount of food he transported at one time was not substantial, and it took several dozen trips back and forth to complete the task.

Upon seeing Qin Feng arrive, the captain of the guards clearly had received instructions and did not obstruct him, simply asking a question before inviting him inside. As for the maid Qiu Yun, she was stopped outside to wait, as this was a matter of military importance, and she did not have the privilege to enter at will

According to the standards of beauty in one's own world, those rated below 5 points are considered ordinary faces, a score of 6 points is acceptable, and a score of 7 points indicates "some degree of attractiveness." Such individuals can be referred to as "beauties" when they are out in public. If they can apply makeup properly and undergo some photo editing, they might even earn the title of an internet celebrity when posted online

That is all. It seems that this county town can hold on for a few more days. Let us first relay this news back to the main camp outside the city, and then we will investigate the matter of the granary.

Accompanied by a clear and melodious voice, a young girl with bright eyes and a beautiful, delicate face walked in. The curves of her slender figure were subtly revealed beneath her crimson dress, exuding a graceful demeanor

After some thought, Qin Feng inquired, "How many soldiers capable of fighting are there in the city now? What is the status of the military supplies? And what is the situation of the imperial army outside the city? Please provide me with a detailed account."

Both individuals had somewhat pale faces. The rebel Zhao Yuanjin saw that he was already at the end of his rope, with the city about to fall at any moment. However, unexpectedly, he suddenly caught his breath; did this not imply that the imperial court's plan to quell the rebellion would once again face unforeseen changes

Is it possible that the information is incorrect? Is Zhao Yuanjin still well-stocked with grain?" another short-statured man speculated

Moreover, Zhao Yuanjin also ordered the establishment of multiple porridge stalls in the city to distribute porridge on the streets, providing relief to those common people who had run out of rice at home, in order to prevent a large number of starving corpses and refugees from appearing in the city, which could undermine the morale of the army and the trust of the people

It is already the utmost that Qin Feng can do to procure food for Zhao Yuanjin in an emergency. However, merely having food is insufficient to resolve the peril of the besieged city.

Qin Fengxin said, how can I help you withdraw your troops? I only came here to make money, yet I have encountered such trouble. If it were not for the mysterious starship within me, I wouldn't bother with your family's issues

In the next moment, he found himself inside the crystal column, enveloped by a mysterious energy resembling water waves, as if he were soaking in a hot spring, feeling an indescribable warmth and comfort throughout his body

Brother, this situation seems a bit off

A rumor quietly spread throughout the city: the governor is the one destined by heaven, and thus has received the assistance of a mysterious immortal, who has delivered countless supplies through extraordinary means, rendering him no longer fearful of the siege by the imperial army

Immediately, he felt his consciousness enter the interior of the battleship

Well, it can only be this way.

The young girl was momentarily taken aback, hesitating for a moment before speaking: "Indeed, I cannot hide it from you, young master. I am the second daughter of the Zhang family from the southern part of the city, sent here to serve at the command of the governor. If you do not mind, I shall take care of all your daily needs from now on."

The final message left Qin Feng somewhat astonished. He knew that this mysterious starship was an enigmatic treasure of unknown origin, and he had yet to discern its functions. However, it appeared that the entity possessed some form of autonomous consciousness and could communicate with him intermittently.

The imperial army outside consists of 50,000 troops, led by General Meng Luo, the General of Zhenyuan. This individual has been well-versed in military texts since childhood, possesses a meticulous mind, and has a systematic approach to marching and combat. However, due to a lack of favor from his superiors, he has not been utilized effectively for many years.

The residence of the regional governor is quite large, and it takes a while to walk from the backyard to the study area in the front hall. Two teams of heavily armed and formidable soldiers stand guard outside the study door, each one tall and robust, with cold, piercing gazes, standing straight as if they were javelins.

Sensing a faint attraction from the crystal pillar, Qin Feng hesitated for a moment and cautiously let his consciousness approach it.

In the military camp within the city

The bags bore strange characters and patterns. Not to mention the illiterate soldiers, even the learned strategist Sun Xiangqing and the military officer Su Mu could not decipher them. Of course, the governor had already issued a strict order that all bags containing grain must be incinerated promptly, and no one was allowed to discuss this matter. Those who violated this order would be executed without mercy.

Space positioning completed, temporal and spatial laws analysis completed, the new master of the starship has initially adapted to this realm, highest authority activated

When Zhao Yuanjin retreated to the county city, he had only a little over 10,000 troops at his disposal, and his supplies of food and military equipment were not very sufficient. Even if he defended the city, he could not hold out for long. However, due to the tense situation in the neighboring prefectures and counties, Meng Luo's army was quickly depleted by 20,000 troops for urgent support, thus losing its absolute advantage against Zhao Yuanjin.

The soldiers are cooking, dozens of large military pots are set up, and bags of rice are being opened and poured out. After being washed clean with fresh water, the rice is poured into the large pots, where the water has long been boiling vigorously

He said nothing, allowing the young girl to come over and assist him in changing clothes. A pair of delicate hands, soft as if boneless, roamed over his body, their movements gentle and meticulous, exuding a hint of understated elegance. In no time, everything was tidied up.

When he opened his eyes again and returned, he found himself in a quiet and elegant room, with draped silks hanging low, a view filled with brocade, and a faint scent of incense wafting through the air.

Certainly, it is not impossible to consider the matter. This Zhao Yuanjin seems to possess some ability. If I could have a detailed discussion with him and collaborate closely, it might not be impossible to resolve the issue.

In the room

He pondered quietly, regretting that he was merely a powerless university student, with no connections to acquire such highly regulated contraband. He could only consider alternative strategies.

Zhao Yuanjin instantly understood his meaning and responded with great respect: "The current situation is difficult, with the army surrounding the city. I hope you will not hesitate to lend a helping hand. If you can help resolve this predicament, I will certainly be grateful and remember it in my heart, and I will repay you with great courtesy."

If we could bring in a batch of firearms and ammunition, it would be effortless to deal with the large army outside

The maid curtsied gracefully, her clear eyes sparkling with a smile as she gazed at him, and said gently: "Allow me to assist you with changing your clothes, my lord."

The court's spies are not idle; they have thoroughly understood what means Zhao Yuanjin, who has suffered a series of defeats, still possesses. Moreover, as the situation becomes increasingly critical, many of the subordinates of this governor have begun to harbor ulterior motives, secretly communicating with the court's rebel army and providing a considerable amount of important information. Naturally, the stockpile of provisions cannot be concealed.

It was a vast hall, filled with a soft azure glow that permeated every inch of the space. In the center of the hall stood a tall, cyan diamond-shaped crystal pillar, its semi-transparent surface adorned with mysterious and magnificent patterned symbols. A faint purple radiance enveloped it, exuding an air of mysterious majesty and profound depth, as if it were a slumbering deity.

Of course, now that it has come to this, it is no longer possible to ignore it.

Thank you for leading the way, Qin Feng nodded and said

After several days of fierce fighting, the available troops under Zhao Yuanjin's command have dwindled to fewer than 6,000 men. At a critical moment, it may be possible to recruit a batch of local militia to assist in defending the city, but it is estimated that they would number no more than 5,000.

"The immortal has arrived, please take a seat and let us converse." He stood up and said warmly

Does it influence or dominate the historical process of the world? Then does helping the indigenous people of this realm to establish a new dynasty count? For example, this Zhao Yuanjin?

Then... another possibility is that Zhao Yuanjin was lucky and found a hidden granary in the city said the short-statured man

Qin Feng did not rush to leave; instead, he closed his eyes again, allowing his mind to sink into the mysterious warship within his body. He discovered that the dimensional space inside the ship had surprisingly expanded significantly, with its volume increasing by approximately 20%. A piece of information quietly emerged in his mind:

Qin Feng had a kind of illusion that his consciousness was enhanced under the nourishment of this mysterious energy, and he did not feel any danger; it seemed that it should not be a bad thing

... ...

"Wasn't it said that the military's provisions were exhausted and could only last for three to five days at most? How is there still surplus grain to supply these civilians? I cannot believe that Zhao Yuanjin would truly care for the people to such an extent." A tall and thin man said coldly

Moments later, after getting dressed, a guard entered and reported: "My lord has instructed that if the young master awakens, he is to be immediately invited to the study for a conversation"

Zhao Yuanjin was sitting behind the desk discussing something with Su Mu when he saw Qin Feng enter, and a noticeable look of joy appeared on his face

Qin Feng had a clear understanding; it seemed that Zhao Yuanjin had handled the matter quite thoroughly. Apart from a few of his most trusted confidants, he had not disclosed his true identity to outsiders.

In today's turbulent world, with continuous military conflicts, the court has no choice but to appoint some truly capable generals to lead troops in quelling the rebellions, and he is one of them

At this moment, he finally understood that frequently using his ability to traverse dimensions placed a considerable burden on his body. By the time the last batch of grain was delivered, he was already so exhausted that he felt dizzy and completely worn out. After hastily giving a few instructions to Zhao Yuanjin, he returned to his own world and collapsed into a deep sleep

The situation in the surrounding states is not optimistic. If General Meng Luo of Zhenyuan's army continues to be bogged down here and unable to extricate itself, the other bands of bandits will take the opportunity to grow stronger, plundering and causing destruction everywhere, which would be greatly detrimental to the court

After several days of fierce battles, Zhao Yuanjin has certainly suffered significant losses, and the casualties on the court's army side are also considerable. Both sides have dragged on to this point and are utterly exhausted.

"In the future, please refrain from calling me 'Immortal Elder.' If it falls into the ears of someone with ulterior motives, it could lead to considerable trouble," he said

Clear-sighted individuals may not necessarily believe the deliberately spread rhetoric, yet the common people of this era are largely uneducated, making it relatively easy to deceive and mislead them. Coupled with the continuous delivery of steaming white buns and white rice to the city walls for the soldiers defending the city to enjoy, the direct effect of this is that the originally restless hearts of the people have stabilized considerably

The young girl before him, in Qin Feng's eyes, should be rated at around 80 points, perhaps even slightly higher. Especially her gentle and serene demeanor, reminiscent of an ancient noble lady, is exceedingly rare among girls in the modern world

A group of soldiers carefully collected the empty bags that had contained rice, and then, under the watchful eyes of several commanding officers, they threw them all into the bonfire to be burned clean, leaving not a single one behind

In the crowd by the street, two ordinary-looking men dressed in simple clothes stared in confusion at the porridge stall not far away, where numerous citizens held bowls and pans, lining up in a long queue to receive their porridge, while nearby, armed officials maintained order.

Having made up his mind, Qin Feng gently cleared his throat, and soft footsteps immediately echoed from the doorway

In that case, I shall address you as sir

Only those who achieve a score of 8 can be considered true beauties, commonly referred to as "campus flowers," representing a standard that is one in a thousand

This is the only relatively reasonable conjecture, but it is unknown how large the granary is said the tall, thin man.

Qin Feng seemed to be deep in thought; indeed, Zhao Yuanjin had some insight, having already perceived the potential assistance he could provide for his grand undertaking. This was why he exerted such effort to please and win him over.

At this moment, Qin Feng is sound asleep.

Since that is the case, allow me to clarify your doubts, sir" Sun Xiangqing said with a smile, cupping his hands in salute

Sun Xiangqing is a trusted military advisor of Zhao Yuanjin, and he indeed possesses talent. With a clear line of thought and eloquent speech, he can analyze the situation between both sides in just a few words

Frequent use of time-travel abilities may influence or dominate the historical process of the target world, which helps to accelerate the recovery of the starship's energy reserves and activate more functions