northernbook Chapter 195
Chapter 195
Chapter 161 Sleeping peacefully?
The night is long, and the silver moon is like a hook hanging in the inky black sky.
A layer of hazy light was cast over this quiet and solemn Jinyiwei stronghold.
Li Chen walked through the numerous corridors. His steps were steady but revealed a hint of fatigue.
The running around and busyness in recent days made it difficult to hide the fatigue between his brows.
"Commander, you're back." A Jinyiwei guarding the gate of the stronghold saluted respectfully.
"Well, step up your vigilance and don't be negligent."
Li Chen's voice was low and powerful, revealing unquestionable majesty.
"Yes!" The guard stepped back and immediately went to convey the order.
"Sir, please." A Jinyiwei pushed open the door and respectfully invited Li Chen in.
The furnishings in the room were simple but neat and tidy, and it was obvious that there was someone on duty here on weekdays.
Li Chen nodded, expressing his satisfaction with the efficiency of the Jinyiwei.
"Everyone has worked hard tonight."
Li Chen looked around and said to the Jinyiwei present.
"But please remember that our duty is to protect the safety of the palace and the safety of the young master."
"No matter when and where, we must maintain a high level of vigilance and combat effectiveness."
All the Jinyiwei responded in unison, with determination gleaming in their eyes.
They know that their mission is important and cannot afford to fail.
Li Chen waved his hand, signaling everyone to go and rest.
Li Chen walked into his room, washed up simply, and then lay down on the bed with his clothes on.
Although the bed was simple, for him, having a place to lie down safely was a luxury.
His consciousness gradually blurred and he fell into a deep sleep.
The Jinyiwei were extra vigilant tonight. They knew that their leader Li Chen had become a target of assassination, which meant that the entire Jinyiwei was facing unprecedented challenges.
They guarded the stronghold silently, surveyed the area with sharp eyes in the night, and listened to every sound around them.
The night passed peacefully, and the first ray of sunlight in the morning shone through the window and onto Li Chen's face.
He opened his eyes, with a sharp light flashing in them.
After a night's rest, his fatigue seemed to be swept away, replaced by determination and courage.
Li Chen stood up, dressed himself, and walked out of the room.
The morning air was filled with a faint scent of dew, mixed with the unique smell of metal and lights in the stronghold.
He took a deep breath, feeling the unique atmosphere of the Jinyiwei.
"Good morning, Commander."
The Jinyiwei who passed by saluted him one after another.
"morning."
Li Chen nodded slightly in response and walked out of the hall with firm steps.
He stood on the steps outside the hall, with his hands behind his back, looking into the distance.
The world outside the stronghold gradually woke up, and there were sparse voices and the sound of horse hooves on the streets in the distance.
Li Chen's heart was unusually calm. He was waiting for an important person - Prince Fusu.
As soon as the sky was getting light, Fusu woke up from a deep dream.
He had been busy with many trivial matters in recent days, so he went to bed early yesterday.
At this moment, he opened his eyes, looked at the sky outside the window that was gradually brightening, and a new vitality surged in his heart.
Li Chen had been waiting outside. When he heard Fusu's movement in the room, he immediately pushed the door open and walked in.
"Sir, you're awake."
He said with a smile, a hint of respect in his tone.
Fusu nodded slightly, sat up from the bed, stretched, and saw that Li Chen was already waiting, so he deliberately joked.
"Commander Li, did you sleep peacefully tonight?"
He inquired, concern evident in his eyes.