Xi Yu's eyes were cold. He looked at Zhao Qiang on the ground and said to the secret guard behind him in a low voice: "Ask him carefully and ask where Liu Long is."

The secret guard nodded slightly.

Xi Yu turned around, gently supported Wu Guotai, and said gently: "Mother, let's leave here first."

Wu Guotai showed a hint of worry on her face, but she nodded and walked out of the room with Xi Yu.

Outside the door, the sun was shining, but Xi Yu's heart was filled with haze.

He held Wu Guotai's hand tightly, as if the other party would be lost soon.

After entering the inn, Xi Yu told Wu Guotai that everything was fine and that Sun Shangxiang would rest assured.

Xi Yu whispered: "Mother, please drink a glass of water first to suppress your shock."

He handed a bowl of steaming tea to Wu Guotai.

Wu Guotai took it, looked at Xi Yu with gratitude, and then took a sip.

The warm tea relieved her tension a little.

Xi Yu's eyes became sharper: "Liu Long is my enemy, he has been against me. I must find him and solve this problem."

Wu Guotai frowned: "Prime Minister must be careful."

In the ruined temple.

Zhao Qiang's face was filled with fear and stubbornness.

The Secret Guard's eyes were cold, as if there was no slight pity.

The secret guard spoke coldly: "Zhao Qiang, you'd better tell me where Liu Long's nest is. This is your only chance."

Zhao Qiang gritted his teeth and replied with a stingy bullet: "I don't know! Even if I know, I won't tell you!"

The secret guard walked forward, slapped Zhao Qiang hard, and shouted angrily: "Don't toast or not eat the punishment! Do you think he can escape?"

Blood was oozing from the corner of Zhao Qiang's mouth, but he was still harsh.

"Hmph, don't waste your energy! I won't say it!"

The secret guards began to beat Zhao Qiang, and their fists fell on him like raindrops.

Zhao Qiang moaned in pain, but he closed his mouth tightly and refused to reveal any information about Liu Long.

The secret guard squatted down, leaned close to Zhao Qiang's face, and said viciously: "If you don't say it again, we will cause you torture more. Think about it, is it because of the pain now, or is it always suffering?"

Zhao Qiang's breathing became rapid.

The secret guard continued to beat Zhao Qiang, his methods became more and more cruel, and Zhao Qiang's body gradually became scarred.

Zhao Qiang lay on the ground, his physical pain and inner torture made him unable to move.

Zhao Qiang's eyes revealed determination and despair.

He gritted his teeth, and a trace of blood filled his mouth.

"No!" the secret guard screamed, trying to stop his behavior.

It turns out that this guy wants to gossip himself.

However, it was too late. Zhao Qiang's body fell softly, and a wisp of blood spilled out of the corner of his mouth.

The darkguard's face turned pale, and he widened his eyes and looked at the scene in disbelief.

His voice trembled with a hint of trembling: "How could this happen..."

"What a tough guy..."

In the inn.

Wu Guotai was lying quietly on the bed, her breathing was steady, her face was peaceful, and she had fallen asleep.

The past few days of running around and fatigue made her exhausted, and she finally got a moment of peace.

Xi Yu sat quietly aside, his eyes gently falling on Wu Guotai's face, with concern in his eyes.

He sighed softly and silently guarded her.

Suddenly, a slight sound came from outside the door. Xi Yu raised his head and saw the secret guard walking in quietly.

His face was solemn, and a hint of sadness appeared in his eyes.

"Zhao Qiang committed suicide...we didn't ask anything." The secret guard's voice was low and frustrated.

Xi Yu waved his hand and signaled the secret guard to retreat.

"Go down, thank you for your hard work."

The secret guard nodded silently, turned around and left, and the room returned to tranquility.

Xi Yu's eyes fell on Wu Guotai again, and his heart was filled with complex emotions.

On the other side, Liu Long sat on the stone bench in the yard, looking at the sunset in the sky, silently calculating the day in his heart.

He thought that Liu Long must have met Liu Bei, and hoped that this meeting would bring them good news.

The breeze gently brushed across Liu Long's face, bringing a hint of coolness.

He was quietly immersed in his thoughts, as if he was the only one in the whole world.

"Zhao Qiang, you must come back soon..." Liu Long murmured in a low voice, his eyes flashing with a light of expectation.

He believed that Zhao Qiang would definitely return with good news, which would make all of them feel relieved and joyful.

Late at night, Wu Guotai slowly opened his eyes.

She saw Xi Yu sitting quietly aside, with a hint of fatigue in her eyes, but she was still firmly protecting her.

"Prime Minister, have you been guarding me here?" Wu Guotai's voice was filled with a hint of surprise.

Xi Yu nodded with a smile: "Mother, please rest with peace of mind. I will always be there for you. In addition, you should not call me Prime Minister, just call me my name."

"How can that be? Isn't it true that there is no distinction between superiority and inferiority?" Wu Guotai insisted on opposing.

Xi Yu thought to himself that ancient people paid special attention to this.

Since that's the case, then just do whatever you want.

A feeling of emotion surged in Wu Guotai's heart, and she sighed softly: "We are going to set off for Youzhou tomorrow. I am still a little worried about Sun Ce. We should find a way to pass the news to Jiangnan and let him know my situation."

Xi Yu understood Wu Guotai's concerns, and he whispered: "Mother, don't worry. I will arrange everything and will definitely pass the news to Sun Ce."

The candlelight in the room swayed, reflecting the figures of the two.

Xi Yu's promise made Wu Guotai feel a little relieved. She nodded slightly, closed her eyes again, and gradually fell asleep.

The next day, the morning sun shone on the ground, Xi Yu was riding a horse, and behind him was Wu Guotai.

He carefully protected Wu Guotai, hoping that the journey would go smoothly.

The sky was blue, and the breeze gently blew on their faces, bringing a refreshing breath.

Xi Yu focused on driving the horse, and his eyes revealed firmness and confidence.

Wu Guotai sat on the horse, and her heart was filled with awe of the gods.

She prayed silently: "God bless us, let us be safe all the way."

Xi Yu felt Wu Guotai’s concerns and whispered: “Mother, you don’t have to worry too much. We will arrive in Youzhou safely.”

Wu Guota nodded, but her eyes were still staring at the sky.

The sunshine warmly spreads on them, and seems to be blessing them.

They walked along the official road, and the trees on both sides were lush, as if they were seeing them off.

Xi Yu focused on the road conditions to ensure the safety of Wu Guotai.

Two days later, Xi Yu and Wu Guotai arrived at the city gate of Youzhou.

Wu Guotai looked at the bustling city eagerly, and his eyes were filled with excitement.

The streets of Youzhou are bustling with people coming and going, and various sounds are intertwined to form a lively scene.

Wu Guotai felt the prosperity here and his heart was filled with joy.

Xi Yu noticed that Wu Guotai was covered in dust and haggard all the way, and a feeling of distress surged in his heart.

He decided to buy Wu Guotai a well-fitting set of clothes to express his filial piety.

"Mother, you have worked hard all the way. I want to buy you a set of clothes, so you can also change your mood." Xi Yu said softly.

Wu Guotai waved his hand quickly: "No need, Prime Minister, I will receive your wish."

Xi Yu insisted: "This is what I should do. You agree and let me do my best to be filial."

Wu Guotai looked at Xi Yu's sincere eyes and was moved. Finally, he nodded: "Okay, thank you."

Wu Guotai remembered that when he first met Xi Yu, he hated Xi Yu a little.

But now I am full of joy.

Xi Yu smiled and took Wu Guotai into a clothing store.
To be continued...