Girl, There's Something Wrong With You - Chapter 15

As expected, when Cheng Jinyang announced his intention to go to Jiankang, almost the entire staff of the government expressed their opposition.

“My Lord, you can’t go!” Wang Changshi, whose nature was honest, was the first to jump in to protest. “The matter of aiding the king should be handled by the Longxiang, Xiaoqi, Shenwu, and Feixiong four-field armies’ commander. Whether we go to Jingkou or not won’t affect the overall situation. If I may speak frankly, Jiankang can do without a Jingkou commander, but the Northern Army cannot do without General Cheng!”

Good fellow, Wang Jinglun, you are a member of the Taiyuan Wang family with so much dignity and pride. You originally called me “Lord Sima” and “Commander” with respect, but in a moment of urgency, even “My Lord” slipped out.

Although his attitude was clearly one of opposition, Cheng Jinyang couldn’t bring himself to be angry.

“Although it’s worded in a roundabout way, the meaning is clear,” Wang Wanrou said calmly. “Unless someone has other intentions and doesn’t wish to save the country and its people.”

This remark was so cutting that the atmosphere immediately dropped below freezing, and Cheng Jinyang’s expression turned grim.

Xie Zhubu quickly intervened to mediate, saying, “Ah, aiding the king is certainly necessary, but recently, there have been too many refugees flooding into Jingkou, putting a huge strain on public security. We might not be able to spare troops at the moment. It would be better if General Cheng waited a bit. Once the Northern Army’s new recruits are ready and the various movements to aid the king gather momentum, it will be the best time to rescue Jiankang!”

Cheng Jinyang didn’t know whether to laugh or cry. My goodness, isn’t this the excuse I used to appease Taicheng? You repeat it to me word for word?

“The intelligence clearly states that there are Mara among the demon army attacking Jiankang,” Xing Yuanzi said seriously. “Jinyang, I understand your feelings, but if demons of the level of Yujing San come at you simultaneously, how confident are you of escaping unscathed? Even regular troops can’t stop them!”

“Wait, I can’t say for sure if I can win the battle, but I’m confident I can retreat safely,” Cheng Jinyang said, calling the girls into the side hall and speaking softly. “With my fifth grade high-pressure electricity and supergravity, who can get close to me?”

“Don’t be too confident,” Chu Qingqing said with skepticism. “What if a Mara’s speed surpasses the electricity and gravity?”

“That’s clearly impossible!” Cheng Jinyang was almost speechless.

“Nothing is impossible,” Cui Jinqi joined in. “Even if there’s only a one in ten thousand chance, encountering it means you’re dead.”

“Even if I encounter it, it’s fine. I have Teacher Li’s physical activation!” Cheng Jinyang insisted.

“Physical activation doesn’t mean you can’t die!” Miss Qingqing said with dissatisfaction, glancing at Li Qingwan. “Right?”

“Ah, indeed,” Li Qingwan said thoughtfully. “For instance, if you were decapitated and your neck sealed off quickly.”

“In that case, you might as well turn me into minced meat instantly,” Cheng Jinyang said.

“That’s not out of the question,” Yang Wangshu typed. “But Big Pig, I support you! I fully support you going to Jiankang to slay demons and save the country from danger.”

“Thanks,” Cheng Jinyang responded. “Although I can tell you’re not entirely sincere, I appreciate it.”

“Can you keep quiet, Wangshu?” Xing Yuanzi said with a grim face. “Children should not interfere in adult matters!”

“Aw~” Xiao Wangshu was immediately disheartened and hid behind Zheng Qiupei.

“Actually, I also think the risks are too great,” Zheng Qiupei said seriously. “But Jinyang, if you’re truly determined and have made up your mind, I will support you.”

“Sister Xiaopei!” Cui Xiaoniang was very displeased. “You’re being too indulgent!”

“Not really,” Zheng Qiupei smiled. “Let me put it this way: if Jinyang really decides to go, can any of you forcibly stop him?”

Everyone was speechless.

Indeed, although they were members of the dream team, politically, they were just part of the government.

If Cheng Jinyang really decided to go to Jiankang, who had the authority to stop him?

“Alright then,” Li Qingwan sighed. “I also support you going to Jiankang, but on one condition.”

“What condition?” Cheng Jinyang’s eyes lit up.

“Take me with you,” Li Qingwan said with a slight smile. “That’s not too much to ask, is it?”

After a moment of silence, everyone quickly came to their senses:

Indeed, if they couldn’t stop him, then the only alternative was to accompany him, to prevent this reckless man from making some absurdly dangerous move, such as charging headlong into high-level demons for the sake of a princess.

“You all want to come with me?” Cheng Jinyang immediately looked troubled.

He was willing to go to Jiankang to rescue the princess, but that didn’t mean he wanted to use the girls’ feelings to have them accompany him into such perilous situations.

The former could be seen as repaying a debt of gratitude, but the latter was simply inconsiderate.

Returning to the conference room and explaining the plan to the government officials, everyone was left in shock.

Having so many noble ladies going along, even losing one would cause serious political repercussions for the Northern Army.

“Actually, it’s not impossible,” Cheng Yuexian finally broke the silence after a long pause. “After all, your families are currently stranded in Jiankang, right? Helping your families evacuate through the Yangtze River ferry to Jingkou would provide a legitimate reason and solution.”

“Indeed,” Chu Qingqing agreed. “Jinyang, although I’m only fifth grade, the Yangdi Chu family has more than just one fifth-grade supernatural. We’ll go with you to Jiankang and assist our families’ evacuation at the Yangtze River ferry. With so many aristocratic supernaturals around, you surely don’t need to worry about our safety, right?”

This reasoning was sufficiently convincing, leaving Cheng Jinyang with no grounds for refusal.

Thus, the government officials reached a consensus: Cheng Jinyang would bring the Northern Army’s personal troops and the girls to the Yangtze River ferry near Jiankang. The girls would stay at the ferry to help their families evacuate, while Cheng Jinyang would lead his personal troops to investigate the situation of the royal family members such as the Empress Dowager and the Princess.

Based on the actual situation and intelligence gathered, the next steps would be formulated.

Overall, Cheng Jinyang emerged victorious in this debate. The Northern Army’s government officials would follow his wishes and focus on the rescue operation in Jiankang.

However, he felt no relief; instead, he was burdened with a heavier sense of responsibility.

If rescuing the princess would make her owe him a favor, then bringing all these people to Jiankang would mean eight times that debt!

The pretense of assisting with the evacuation was merely an excuse. Without them, would the major aristocratic families be unable to come to Jingkou?

Going from relatively safe Jingkou to the perilous Jiankang was all for his sake. If he didn’t go to Jiankang, he would feel he was letting down the princess who had helped him so much; if he did go, he would feel guilty towards the girls who were willing to risk their lives for him… The so-called perfect solution in the world was hardly achievable, and he truly felt it this time.

With that in mind, Cheng Jinyang silently vowed:

Since I’m taking them to Jiankang, I’ll bring them back safely, every single one of them.

That’s a man’s promise!

On the other side, the girls returned to their rooms and began silently packing their things.

Lu Qingyun, who had been quiet from the beginning, found that by the time she figured out what to say, a consensus had already been reached.

So… what am I even doing here?

“Yunyun,” a voice in her mind said, “this time in Jiankang, you’ll face real demons again.”

“I’m aware,” Lu Qingyun responded coldly in her mind.

“You should understand that one must face their past,” the voice sighed. “Avoidance won’t solve the problem.”

“I’ve never thought of avoiding it,” Lu Qingyun said softly. “I just… need a little time.”