Who put the yellow robe on me?

Chapter 190 General's Family

The setting sun of Liangzhou City shines obliquely on the city wall, covering the entire city with a layer of golden gauze.

The streets were bustling with people, the cries of vendors echoed one after another, and the air was filled with the rich aroma of grilled meat and spices. The city was prosperous, as if the shadow of war had never shrouded it.

In front of the general's mansion, a team of elite cavalry slowly stopped, led by Zuo Yongyu.

Several carriages followed behind him, with their curtains slightly opened, revealing pairs of eyes full of curiosity and nervousness.

Zuo Yongyu dismounted and signaled to the guards inside the palace, "Hurry and report to His Highness that General Xuanyuan's brother and General Xianyu's family have arrived safely."

Soon, Jiang Chen walked out of the mansion, followed by Zhou Liangwei and Zhong Xiaodan. He was dressed in a white robe, the hems of his clothes fluttering in the wind. He had a smile on his face, but his eyes shone with a deep light.

"General Zuo, thank you for your hard work." Jiang Chen nodded slightly and turned his gaze to the carriage.

Zuo Yongyu cupped his hands and said, "Your Highness, this is our duty."

At this time, the curtain of the carriage was gently lifted, and a petite figure slowly walked down.

She was a beautiful woman, about thirty years old, wearing a simple green dress, with long black hair hanging down like a waterfall, skin as white as snow, delicate features, and a gentleness and determination between her eyebrows.

She was gently holding the hand of a boy about ten years old. The boy was wearing simple clothes, had a handsome face, and his big eyes were full of curiosity and vigilance.

"This is General Xianyu's wife and son." Zuo Yongyu introduced in a low voice.

Jiang Chen took a step forward and said gently, "Madam, thank you for your hard work along the way."

Madam Xianyu leaned forward slightly, her voice soft but polite: "Greetings, Your Highness. Thank you for your care."

The boy hid behind his mother and looked at Jiang Chen secretly, with a hint of doubt and nervousness in his eyes.

At this moment, a young man disembarked from another carriage. He was tall and thin, about twenty years old, dressed in simple clothes. His face was slightly pale, but his features were regular, and his eyes were firm. He was Xuanyuan Feiyan's younger brother, Xuanyuan Feiyu.

"This is General Xuanyuan's younger brother, Young Master Xuanyuan." Zuo Yongyu continued to introduce.

Xuanyuan Feiyu stepped forward and bowed, "Greetings, Your Highness."

Jiang Chen smiled and nodded: "No need to be so polite, everyone has worked hard on the journey, please go into the mansion and rest first."

At this moment, Deng Yunde hurried over with Xianyu Linyuan and Xuanyuan Feiyan.

Xian Yu Linyuan saw his wife and son from afar, and tears instantly welled up in his eyes.

He stepped forward quickly, his voice trembling: "Madam, son!"

When Madam Xianyu saw her husband, tears welled up in her eyes: "Husband!"

When the little boy saw his father, he rushed over excitedly: "Dad!"

The family of three hugged each other tightly, and everyone around them was infected by this warm scene.

Xian Yulinyuan gently stroked his son's head, feeling the softness of his hair, his heart filled with relief and gratitude. He took a deep breath, feeling his wife's body temperature and the scent of his child, as if his heart, which had been wandering for many years, had finally found a home.

Xuanyuan Feiyan also walked up to her brother and patted his shoulder: "Feiyu, are you okay?"

Xuanyuan Feiyu smiled slightly, with a glimmer of joy in his eyes: "Brother, I'm fine, thanks to your care."

Jiang Chen watched this scene with a faint smile on his face. He waved his hand and said, "We are all family, no need to be polite. Now that we are here, let's go in first."

Everyone entered the general's mansion. The courtyard inside the mansion was elegantly decorated, with rockery, flowing water, small bridges, corridors and pavilions, and flowers, plants and trees scattered around.

Jiang Chen arranged for them to sit in the living room, and the maids served them hot tea and snacks. The aroma of tea filled the air, and the snacks were exquisite and delicious, making people's mouths water.

Xian Yulinyuan's wife took a sip of tea, and the warm water slid down her throat, dispelling the fatigue of the journey. She looked at Jiang Chen, her eyes full of gratitude: "Your Highness, thank you for your hospitality."

Jiang Chen smiled and said, "Madam, you don't have to be polite. It's all as I should do."

Xuanyuan Feiyan's younger brother Xuanyuan Feiyu also said: "Your Highness, we will always remember your care for us two brothers."

Jiang Chen waved his hand and said, "Everyone must be tired after traveling all the way. I have asked someone to prepare the guest rooms. General Zuo, please take them to rest."

Xian Yulinyuan looked at his wife and son with some reluctance, and whispered, "Madam, go and rest first. We can talk about anything later."

Madam Xianyu nodded and smiled gently, "Okay, my husband, take care of yourself too."

The little boy held his father's hand and said reluctantly, "Dad, when will you come back?"

Xian Yulinyuan patted his son's head and said softly, "It will be quick. Just be good and listen."

Xuanyuan Feiyan also said to his brother: "Feiyu, you go and rest first. If you need anything, you can always tell the guards."

Xuanyuan Feiyu nodded and agreed: "Okay, brother."

Under the leadership of Zuo Yongyu, Xianyu Linyuan's family and Xuanyuan Feiyu left the living room.

Only Jiang Chen, Xianyu Linyuan, Xuanyuan Feiyan and a few trusted generals were left in the room.

Jiang Chen smiled slightly, took out two exquisite scrolls from his sleeve, and handed them to Xianyu Linyuan and Xuanyuan Feiyan. "Generals, this is the property deed I specially prepared for you. From now on, your family can live peacefully in Liangzhou City. If you need anything, please feel free to ask."

Xianyu Linyuan took the deed and unfolded it. It contained the deeds for two houses. A flicker of emotion flashed in his eyes, and he stood up and bowed deeply. "Your Highness's kindness will be remembered in my heart."

Xuanyuan Feiyan also said gratefully, "Your Highness, your kindness to us two brothers is as great as a mountain. I will do my best to repay your Highness in the future."

Jiang Chen waved his hand and said calmly: "No need to be polite. I will be relieved now that your family is settled."

He paused, looked at the two of them with deep eyes, and said in a slightly serious tone: "However, there is still one thing that requires the help of the two generals."

Xian Yu Linyuan's heart tightened, and he vaguely felt that what Jiang Chen was going to say next was not simple.

He and Xuanyuan Feiyan looked at each other and saw worry in each other's eyes.

"Your Highness, please speak." Xian Yu Linyuan said in a deep voice.

Jiang Chen unfolded a map of the Western Regions on the table. The map marked various cities and passes, and the topography was clear at a glance.

He slid his finger gently across the map, his gaze focused. "I want to know the specific city defense arrangements in the Western Regions, as well as the army's weaknesses."

As soon as these words came out, Xianyu Linyuan and Xuanyuan Feiyan's hearts sank. They had long anticipated the arrival of this day, but when they finally faced it, they still felt an immense weight.

Xian Yu Linyuan was silent for a moment, with a hint of struggle in his eyes.

He took a deep breath and felt the faint scent of sandalwood in the air, which seemed to calm him down a little.

He glanced at the map on the table, then looked into Jiang Chen's deep eyes, and finally made up his mind.

"Your Highness, since you have such a request, I will tell you everything I know."

Xuanyuan Feiyan also nodded in agreement: "I am also willing to serve Your Highness."

Jiang Chen nodded with satisfaction, a hint of relief flashing in his eyes: "Very good, I can trust the loyalty of the two generals."

In the following time, Xianyu Linyuan and Xuanyuan Feiyan described in detail the city defense layout of the Western Regions, the garrison situation of each city, food and grass reserves, and the training status of the army.

They pointed out the weaknesses of the Western Regions army, such as insufficient logistical supplies, low morale, and internal conflicts.