Years turn into wind

Chapter 169 Interrogation and Confusion

After Shadow Snake was captured, the atmosphere in the mansion suddenly became tense. Ling Xiaotian did not let his guard down. He knew that Shadow Snake was just a pawn of the enemy, and there was a greater conspiracy waiting to unfold.

Shen Zhaoning personally interrogated Shadow Snake, but this spy was obviously professionally trained and kept his mouth shut. He would not reveal any more information no matter how much he was threatened or tempted.

"Master, I think this guy is very stubborn. I'm afraid we won't get anything out of him even if we torture him." Shen Zhaoning said with a frown.

Ling Xiaotian stared at Shadow Snake coldly, a sinister glint in his eyes: "Since he can't say it out loud, let him write it down."

Shen Zhaoning was stunned for a moment, then he understood and nodded, "I understand."

Ling Xiaotian's intention was simple: to gather clues through writing. Sure enough, when Shadow Snake was forced to write down fabricated "intelligence," Ling Xiaotian noticed the unconscious changes in his handwriting and the meaning of some of the words, and initially deduced the source of power behind this person—the spy network of the northern warlords.

Comfort between husband and wife

When she returned to the bedroom, Cheng Yuwei had been waiting for a long time. Seeing Ling Xiaotian push the door open with a tired look on his face, she quickly stood up to greet him.

"What's going on? Is it that person who refuses to speak?" Cheng Yuwei asked softly.

Ling Xiaotian nodded, took off his coat and threw it aside, then walked over to a chair and sat down. "This kind of person is ready to sacrifice at any time. It's difficult to get anything useful out of him."

Cheng Yuwei picked up the teapot, poured a cup of hot tea and handed it to him: "Drink some tea and take a break, don't be too tired. You always say that you let others take care of themselves, but when it comes to you, you don't know how to feel sorry for yourself."

Ling Xiaotian took the tea and smiled faintly: "Are you here just to teach me a lesson?"

Cheng Yuwei rolled her eyes at him and said with a smile, "What else? Do you still expect you to listen to advice?"

Ling Xiaotian pulled her to sit next to him and whispered, "With you here, I don't feel tired."

Cheng Yuwei leaned on his shoulder and suddenly thought of something: "I met a man today. His eyes were evasive when he spoke, as if he was hiding something. Perhaps... the spy's accomplices have not been cleared out yet."

After hearing this, Ling Xiaotian gently stroked her hand and whispered, "Don't worry, with a lady like you helping me, my eyes are brighter."

Cheng Yuwei chuckled and looked up at him: "Are you praising me or insulting me?"

Ling Xiaotian placed a kiss on her forehead and said softly, "Of course I'm praising you. But, Weiwei, the next few days may be even more dangerous. You must remember, no matter what happens, you must protect yourself."

A trace of worry flashed in Cheng Yuwei's eyes, but she nodded: "I will."

Enemy Actions

While Ling Xiaotian and Cheng Yuwei were discussing, a secret meeting was taking place in a secret room inside the northern warlord.

"Shadow Snake has lost contact, which means the first step of the plan has failed." A man in military uniform said in a deep voice.

"Failure is not surprising. Ling Xiaotian is very cunning, but he is not invincible." Another voice came from the shadows.

"What should we do next? Continue to place more people?"

"No, this time we'll use a more direct attack." The voice from the shadows sneered, "Mobilize the troops and catch Ling Xiaotian off guard. I want to see if his defenses can withstand it."

The officer nodded and said, "I understand. I'll make the arrangements right away."

After the meeting, several officers left, leaving only the man in the shadows. He slowly walked out of the darkness, revealing a deep but gloomy face. It was Wei Tianheng, the deputy commander of the northern warlord.

Wei Tianheng looked at the portrait of Ling Xiaotian on the table, his eyes filled with murderous intent: "Ling Xiaotian, this time I want you to taste the taste of failure."

Dark Night's Plan

The reconnaissance team sent by Ling Xiaotian quickly brought back intelligence: the northern warlords had begun mobilizing troops, trying to raid their defense line from the southwest.

"It seems that the enemy is getting impatient." Ling Xiaotian stared at the map, his eyes as sharp as a knife.

Shen Zhaoning said calmly, "The enemy chose to attack violently, which means they want a quick victory. This surprise attack is likely to be scheduled for three days from now."

Ling Xiaotian nodded. "Immediately notify the southwest defense line and have them prepare to meet the enemy. At the same time, send more scouts to monitor enemy movements and ensure the accuracy of the intelligence."

"Yes!" Shen Zhaoning took the order and left.

Late at night, Ling Xiaotian left his study and gazed up at the starry sky, his mind a whirlwind of thoughts. He knew full well that this war wasn't just a military contest, but also a test of wits and endurance. And this time, he couldn't afford to lose.

At the same time, Cheng Yuwei in her bedroom couldn't fall asleep either. She sat quietly by the window, holding a needle and thread in her hand, but she didn't move.

"Xiaotian, you will definitely win, right?" she whispered to herself, with a determined light in her eyes.