A carriage had long been waiting at the gate for the two of them. After they got in, Song Qingshu asked curiously, "Where are Ouyang Feng and Qiu Qianren? Why haven't I seen them this time?"
"Qiu Qianren is now serving as the commander of the imperial guards in the imperial palace. As for Ouyang Feng, he seems to have been researching some new poison lately and has gone nearby to gather medicinal herbs." At the mention of Ouyang Feng, a trace of apprehension flashed through Daiqisi's eyes.
Song Qingshu felt a chill as well. Although he was now practically immune to all poisons, any new poison painstakingly developed by the Western Venom could hardly be ordinary.
For the rest of the journey, Song Qingshu was no longer as aggressive as before. He did not even make any physical contact with her. Daiqisi could not help but feel more favorably toward him, though she secretly resented her own weakness. Could she really develop a good impression of him just because of that?
"By the way, is there any news of Xiao Zhao?" Song Qingshu suddenly asked.
Daiqisi emerged from her thoughts and shook her head slightly. "The two places are separated by thousands of miles, and that side is in the midst of war. How could any reliable news reach us? I used Huan Yi Yuan's intelligence network and learned that the Mongol Empire has won many battles recently. I fear the situation at the main headquarters is not looking good."
"The Mongol Empire is currently at the height of its military power. In a direct confrontation, I'm afraid no army can stand against it." Song Qingshu's heart grew heavy. One day, he would have to face this terrifying enemy. But how could he defeat the Mongol cavalry, who had