Chapter 1723 -1716: Jinling is the Best Man in the World

You are the very first group of female generals in the Great Cheng Dynasty to be granted permission by the Crown Prince himself to join the military. This opportunity was hard-earned, so you must not only cherish it but also carry it forward and make it flourish!

Only when you distinguish yourselves can other women in the Great Cheng Dynasty with the ambition to serve the nation see hope. Only then can they, like you, embark on the path of military service and contribute to the country.”

Lin Yu reached out, gently stroking the bronze-colored battle armor, her heart heavy with responsibility. “This is a great burden!”

Yang Xianhui picked up the battle armor in one swift motion. She nudged Lin Yu’s arm and glanced at Fu Yuan. “Even if it’s heavy, we can definitely do it well, right?”

The three of them spoke in unison, “Yes!”

Lin Yu exchanged smiles with the other two, then turned to look at Lin Sisi. “General Lin, rest assured, we will do our best to become heroines like you!”

“Good.” Lin Sisi smiled as she saw them off into the military camp.

At the training camp in the western outskirts, Ye Hongru registered them. The positions assigned by Chu Heng were also sealed for them. From today onwards, they were officially female generals.

It had been a long time since Lin Sisi last entered the military camp. Stepping into it again, she couldn’t help but linger in the feeling. Reflexively, she thought about visiting each camp for a round of inspection.

“Sisi, I’ll accompany you.”

Chu Jinling suddenly appeared behind her, placing a hand on her shoulder.

Even if she said nothing, the light in her eyes revealed her thoughts to Chu Jinling as clear as day.

Lin Sisi lowered her head in embarrassment as he held her hand, walking with her through the military camp.

Soldiers within the military were different from the common folk outside.

They weren’t afraid of Lin Sisi’s disfigured face. When they saw her passing by, they respectfully saluted her and greeted her warmly, their faces beaming with reassuring smiles.

Some were so moved that, although they couldn’t leave their posts to greet her, watched her pass by with tears brimming in their eyes.

Lin Sisi could feel that she still held a place in the soldiers’ hearts.

They still acknowledged her as General Lin.

This comforted and encouraged her greatly, giving her newfound courage to keep moving forward.

Seeing her unable to hold back her tears, Chu Jinling guided her to the rear hills and invited her to sit for a while.

Thoughtfully, he brought out a handkerchief to wipe her tears and fetched spring water from the mountain stream for her to drink.

The refreshing sweetness of spring water welled in her throat, and she couldn’t help but feel a gratifying ease in her heart. Looking at Chu Jinling, she murmured with emotion, “I once thought that after being ‘gone’ for so long, everyone must have already forgotten about me!”

For those who pass away, it’s already rare to leave behind even a bit of good reputation.

Lin Sisi never believed herself worthy of being recorded in history. After several years, anyone who still remembered her existence truly cared.

But now, not only did the people in the military camp remember her, they also didn’t mind her scars or find her frightening.

Such camaraderie among soldiers deeply moved her.

“Sisi, you’ve never sought credit for your deeds, but you must face the truth. You are the Great Cheng Dynasty’s very first female general. The outstanding contributions you’ve made to the dynasty are recorded in its official annals.”

Chu Jinling pulled out a small booklet from his robes. It contained excerpts from the historical records, and included a detailed biography of Lin Sisi.

“I’ll really go down in history?” Lin Sisi was both excited and incredulous.

“Why not? You’ve struggled with your own passing, believed you wouldn’t live long, and battled feelings of inferiority. But have you forgotten how you fought for your place in this world, with your fists and determination?”

Chu Jinling tousled her hair gently, his eyes brimming with affectionate pain.

“Actually, I can hardly remember anymore. The scenes of battle remain vivid, but my childhood memories are starting to fade. My mind, once fractured, is pieced together again, yet it’s no longer whole.”

Just like her as a person.

Saint Ruan once said that when they found her back then, she was worse off than a body with severed limbs.

Though her body was intact, all her muscles and bones were broken, her facial bones shattered. When Chu Yihan carried her back, her blood soaked his whole body; she hung limply, with no bone left unbroken.

She had been remarkably fortunate to encounter Su Yingxue, Saint Ruan, and others who shared her blood type, like Chu Yihan and Noble Consort Xiao, who were willing to sustain her with their blood for so long. Thanks to this, she had clung desperately to life for another two or three years.

In truth, she was already a living corpse.

She could no longer wield a blade, lash a whip, or even remember half of the military strategies she once knew.

Her remaining passion could only burn for a fleeting moment.

She felt she would never be like the person she used to be.

The title of General Lin was nothing more than a tapestry of her memories.

“No matter. If you’ve forgotten, I’ll help you remember. As it happens, my father-in-law mentioned wanting to return to honor his ancestors. I’ll take you back for a visit and let you see where you spent your childhood.”

Chu Jinling held her hand, his gaze seemingly carrying the light of a thousand stars, bright and clear like the heavens.

He had poured all the tenderness of the world into his heart, carefully offering it to her.

Lin Sisi burst into tears, utterly convinced that the hardships she endured in this life had transformed into blessings, allowing her to meet Jinling.

With him by her side, even a short life was worth it.

Yet, for someone as wonderful as Jinling, it felt unfair to him.

Knowing she was tired, Chu Jinling lifted her onto his back and walked on with a smile, speaking softly, “You don’t owe me anything. From the moment you appeared, you illuminated my life;

As a prince, I lived in luxury, carefree and lacking nothing, indulging in the pleasures of life day after day;

But after meeting you, I realized just how interesting life could be, filled with new experiences and perspectives.”

“Jinling, you’re the best man in the world.” Lin Sisi rested her head against his shoulder, wiping her tears vigorously.

“And my Sisi, is the best woman in the world.”

“Jinling, return with me. I want to show you the place where I used to roll on the ground as a child. I even want to roll there again.”

“Can I not roll?”

“No, you must!”

“…”

Their laughter weaved into the wind of the forest, drifting into the infinite depths.

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Soon after Lin Sisi and Chu Jinling had departed, Lu Mian brought up the drawbacks of women joining the military at court.

He submitted a lengthy memorial detailing conflicts between Lin Yu and the male soldiers in the camp, as well as unseemly incidents caused by women’s physical limitations. The document was so lengthy that it towered over Chu Heng himself.

Standing by, Sun Wu held the memorial for the young Crown Prince, feeling anxious on Chu Heng’s behalf!

Lord Lu certainly had impeccable timing for causing trouble.

Though Chu Heng already knew over a thousand characters, reading Lu Mian’s memorial immediately posed a thorny challenge,

“Lord Lu’s document is profound and intricate. This prince will need to convene with the ministers for discussion. After court adjourns, Lord Lu and Prime Minister Zhuo, please meet me in the imperial study,” Chu Heng’s youthful voice declared from the dragon throne.

Zhuo Junli was about to respond with his acceptance when Lu Mian abruptly interjected, “Crown Prince, this subject speaks not for himself but on behalf of the collective views of our peers. We needn’t adjourn to the imperial study; I can clarify everything for you here.”

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