Chapter 631: Instructions from Knight Lin

Chapter 631: Instructions from Knight Lin

Mu Yiting coughed heavily, but her fit failed to interrupt the intense gaze shared between Lin Nuo and Luo Yi. After a series of loud coughs, she finally broke their “silent communication.”

Lin Nuo snapped back to reality, realizing it was Mu Yiting’s coughs he was hearing.

What’s wrong? Did you catch asthma? Should I get you some inhalers?

But her eyes flashed with a mix of anger and resentment, as if warning Lin Nuo.

“Don’t flirt with that vixen over there! Am I not good enough?”

The atmosphere felt charged, not because Mu Yiting was at odds with the “princess” (Han Xiao), but rather, it was her standoff with the princess.

Since they weren’t optimistic about the negotiation anyway and were bound to fight, it was mainly about going through the motions and showing some suppressive spirit.

But alas, the opponent brought a vixen for distraction, trying to bewitched Lin Nuo.

How could she tolerate that?!

Lin Nuo, don’t get seduced! If you need to vent, come find me. I’ll play however you want!

Noticing the tense environment, Lin Nuo sensed that Mu Yiting was getting annoyed arguing with the princess puppet.

What’s there to be angry about? Whoever gets mad loses first. If someone provokes you into losing your cool, you, of all people—a master of quick changes and emotion control—shouldn’t fall into that trap!

Oh, I get it, this is a tactic! Pretend to be furious so the opponent thinks you’ve lost your mind, prompting them to make mistakes, and then strike back unexpectedly.

Brilliant!

So why are you staring at the princess? Why are you looking at that grinning Luo Yi? Does that lapdog pose any real threat?

If I must say, yes, Great 威天龙 poses a significant threat.

Quickly, Mu Yiting adjusted her tone and deliberately raised her voice:

“We need to consider this matter.”

Those words were directed at Lin Nuo, waiting for his decision.

Lin Nuo gently shook his head, signaling to agree to withdraw for now.

With Great 威天龙 on the opposite side, engaging head-on wouldn’t work. Rushing in with shining golden moves would be a recipe for disaster; even several troops from Helong Hall wouldn’t stand a chance.

Yet it was unknown if Mu Yiting could withstand the fight. Only someone equally matched could defeat a contender.

Though Mu Yiting was angry, she wasn’t reckless. Seeing Lin Nuo’s signals, she knew what to do next.

So, they would agree to let go of the land and retreat for now.

Of course, Lin Nuo’s subtle shake of his head caught Luo Xiaoxue’s attention.

At this point, Luo Xiaoxue was entirely convinced it was indeed Lin Nuo; no one else worldwide had that posturing, physique, and aura.

Was that a signal for her to leave?

He must have seen Han Xiao; with his keen eyes, he’d surely recognize her, meaning he was planning to extend instructions to her.

Unfortunately, Han Xiao and Knight Lin didn’t have the best chemistry; she couldn’t interpret Lin Nuo’s signals, and it fell on her to convey the message.

She quickly approached Han Xiao and whispered:

“Your Highness, an urgent matter has arisen.”

Then, she leaned in close to Han Xiao’s ear, appearing to report something but actually telling her to leave and avoid the fight.

Han Xiao was puzzled—why this sudden change? Weren’t they supposed to stand firm without retreating?

Luo Xiaoxue didn’t explain further; it wasn’t time yet.

This was a signal of trust between her and Knight Lin; besides, it was clear Knight Lin had infiltrated Helong Hall and presumably had his own plans.

Keep the information concealed; let as few people know as possible.

Plus, this also showed her rapport with Knight Lin.

This felt increasingly confusing. Both sides were retreated, leaving vacant land—what was the point of all that guerrilla fighting?

Well, it was time to pull back.

After Mu Yiting took the lead and stepped out, she grabbed Lin Nuo’s hand and questioned him:

“Why did you just watch that attendant from the other side?”

“I’m watching everything, my eyes are everywhere.”

“That’s not it. Your gaze lingered on her longer, and she looked at you with a gaze full of love and affection.”

“Have you been reading too many romance stories? You think you can make such fantasies?”

Lin Nuo sighed, what’s this talk? What affection? Luo Yi was just pure and sweet, smiling innocently—that’s the essence of a cute girl.

Besides, she wouldn’t recognize me, or she’d be shouting my name—silence means she doesn’t know me.

“Let’s go.”

“We’ll just leave like this, letting them off easy?” Mu Yiting was confused.

“They have an attendant—a powerful one, but still only a passive talent. As long as we don’t provoke her, we’re fine. So we should sidestep her, appear to agree to withdraw, and then catch them off guard later.”

“How do you know so much? Do you know her?”

“You could say I’ve heard of her.”

“That means there’s a relationship?”

“More or less. It’s wise to keep an eye on her; otherwise, troubles may arise.”

Lin Nuo emphasized again, laying out their next moves and plans—feigning retreat and then striking back when it caught them off guard.

Slowly, Helong Hall’s troops retreated, seemingly growing distant. However, as night fell, preparations began for action, plotting a wide loop to counter-attack.

And the Royal Guards didn’t remain idle. Following Luo Xiaoxue’s orders, a large troop of soldiers began preparations to retreat.

Meanwhile, the rebel scouts reported to rebel leader Zhao Lei that Helong Hall had retreated and the Royal Guards remained.

Upon hearing this, Zhao Lei suspected they might have reached some consensus—no fighting.

Now was the time to strike! Lead a team to raid the Royal Guards, as they likely wouldn’t regard it as an assault from Helong Hall. This clever instigation would surely sow discord between them, leading to future conflicts.

Alright, full speed ahead! Strike them off guard under the cover of night.

Thus, as night descended, Zhao Lei and his elite troops prepared for their ambush against the Royal Guards.

But suddenly, a swarm of people emerged, crashing their formation from the side.

Zhao Lei was startled.

An ambush!