My Antique Mirror Is A Portal To Another World-Chapter 522: Just In Time

Narrowing his eyes, the soldier tried to get a closer look. When he saw the Feng Army’s flags, his eyes lit up.

Turning to the comrade beside him, he pointed at the approaching troops and said, "Brother, look over there!"

Following his gaze, the other soldier also saw the Feng Army’s flags. Recognizing the man leading the small troops, he said, "Isn’t that Vice General Ye from the support division? Why is he here?"

When the first soldier heard this, realization flashed in his eyes, and he exclaimed excitedly, "They must be here to deliver supplies! Brother, I will go report to General Mo!"

Without waiting for a response, he rushed toward the garrison.

At the same time, seated on his warhorse, Ye Xiaofan looked at the tall city wall in the distance.

As sweat slid down his chin and soaked into his armor, he turned to the exhausted soldiers behind him and said, "Brothers, the city gate is already in sight. Let’s pick up the pace so we can rest properly tonight."

At his words, the soldiers mustered their remaining strength and replied in unison, "Yes, Vice General Ye!"

Thinking that they could finally enjoy a good rest, their spirits rose, and they quickened their steps.

While the convoy drew closer to the city wall, the reporting soldier reached the garrison and went straight to the commander’s room.

Standing outside the open door, he clasped his fists, knelt on the dusty ground, and said loudly, "Report!"

Inside, Mo Yuan said without looking up from his military strategy book, "Enter."

Getting his permission, the soldier hurried in and stood before Mo Yuan.

Clasping his fists, he reported, "General Mo, half an incense stick of time ago, a group of soldiers was spotted approaching the city. They are escorting wooden carts and bearing the Feng Army’s flag. Their leader is the vice general serving under General Tan."

Hearing this, Mo Yuan set down his book and rose to his feet.

"Good. Open the city gate to welcome them," Mo Yuan ordered with a hint of relief and excitement in his calm voice.

"Yes, General Mo!"

After the soldier hurried off to relay the command, Mo Yuan put on his armor, grabbed his sword, and headed for the city gate to welcome Ye Xiaofan.

Before long, news of Ye Xiaofan’s arrival spread throughout Xiquan City.

By the time Ye Xiaofan and his subordinates reached the city gate, the common people of Xiquan City had already gathered along the roadside, craning their necks to take a closer look at them.

Standing outside the city gate, Mo Yuan and the other generals were waiting under the scorching sun.

Recognizing Ye Xiaofan at a glance, a faint smile appeared at the corner of Mo Yuan’s lips.

After Ye Xiaofan dismounted his warhorse, Mo Yuan stepped forward, clasped his fists, and said, "Vice General Ye, welcome to Xiquan City."

Ye Xiaofan returned the salute and replied, "General Mo, this subordinate is here under the Great General’s orders to deliver supplies. I hope we are not late."

Seeing the hundreds of wooden carts piled high with supplies, the weight pressing on Mo Yuan’s heart finally lifted. Patting Ye Xiaofan on the shoulder, he said, "Xiaofan, you arrived just in time."

Hearing Mo Yuan call him by name, Ye Xiaofan smiled. "Elder Brother, I’m glad that we are not too late."

Noticing the exhaustion on the soldiers’ faces, Mo Yuan added, "You must all be tired after the long journey. Let’s continue our talk inside."

With that, Mo Yuan led them back toward the garrison.

Along the way, the common people warmly welcomed Ye Xiaofan and his men. Seeing the vast amount of supplies brought from Xiqiang City, hope was rekindled in their eyes.

After arriving at the garrison, Mo Yuan turned to Lu Jingyan and instructed, "General Lu, order the kitchen to prepare meals for our brothers. Also, set up porridge stalls and distribute food to the common people."

Clasping his fists, Lu Jingyan responded, "This subordinate will arrange it immediately."

After receiving the order, he gestured to the nearby soldiers and commanded, "Call the others to move these supplies into the warehouse. Have the captains prepare accommodations for our brothers."

"Yes, General Lu."

While Lu Jingyan busied himself with settling Ye Xiaofan’s subordinates and distributing porridge to the common people, Mo Yuan turned to the other generals and said, "It would be difficult for General Lu to handle everything alone. You all should go help him."

Realizing that Mo Yuan did not wish for them to follow, the generals clasped their fists and replied, "Yes, General Mo."

Left alone with Ye Xiaofan, Mo Yuan said, "Come with me to my place."

"Alright."

Twenty minutes later, Mo Yuan pushed open the door to a small courtyard and said, "I live alone here. If you don’t mind, you can stay with me while you are in the city."

Scanning the simple courtyard, Ye Xiaofan nodded. "This place is good."

After closing the door, the two of them entered the main hall.

"Have a seat." Mo Yuan gestured for Ye Xiaofan to sit before taking his own seat.

Ye Xiaofan sat down, accepted the cup of water Mo Yuan handed him, and drank it in one go. After quenching his thirst, Ye Xiaofan looked at his elder brother and asked, "Elder Brother, do you have something to tell me?"

Mo Yuan paused briefly, then smiled faintly. "You are as perceptive as ever."

Studying Mo Yuan’s calm expression, Ye Xiaofan pondered for a moment before asking, "Are you worried about the war between the Jin Empire and us?"

Mo Yuan shook his head. "With General Zhan leading the defense at the Yurong Border Pass, nothing will go wrong."

"Then what is it?" Ye Xiaofan asked, his curiosity deepening.

Mo Yuan took out a letter, handed it to him, and said, "Read this first."

Ye Xiaofan looked at him thoughtfully for a second, then carefully read the letter. When he finished, he placed it on the table and asked, "Elder Brother, is what’s written here true?"