Gongsun Sanniang sent Qin Tian two consecutive letters, detailing the current situation in the Imperial City very thoroughly.

After reading the letters and combining the information obtained by Xiaozhuang, Qin Tian's expression was solemn.

"The Fourth Prince has made a move against the Crown Prince, and the Ice Emperor, pressured by various ministers in court, has begun to lean towards the Fourth Prince. This is not good news for us."

Without the Crown Prince's balance, if the Fourth Prince completely controls the Imperial City, it won't be long before the Fourth Prince will certainly strike at Qin Tian!

Zhou Yang said, "Currently, it seems we just need to watch whether this Xu Fengnian is truly prepared to fight the Fourth Prince, or if he's merely rallying forces to support the Crown Prince."

"If it's just to bolster support, the Fourth Prince will easily win this internal chaos in the Imperial City."

"But if Xu Fengnian truly dares to confront the Fourth Prince, his two hundred thousand troops will undoubtedly be a huge problem for the Fourth Prince."

Qin Tian also knew well that Xu Fengnian had guarded the Northern Border for many years and his troops were skilled archers, each brave and battle-hardened. If he truly brings two hundred thousand troops against the Fourth Prince, the Fourth Prince won't be able to easily take them down.

"We need to speed up. Regardless of how the winds change in the Imperial City, only by quickly resolving the matter with the Demon Clan, can all difficulties be overcome."

Qin Tian took a deep breath and said, "We must arrive at Mu City and Shi He in ten days to meet. Then, we stay for a few days, organize our troops, and immediately attack the Demon Capital, not giving Yin Yue Demon Venerate too much breathing room."

Everyone nodded; by now, having ventured into the Demon Clan's territory, they're unable to intervene in matters concerning the Imperial City.

Five days later, when Qin Tian had already contacted Shi He and was preparing to meet Shi He ahead of schedule, he received an astonishing piece of good news from the Imperial City—

Xu Fengnian marched south with his troops!

Upon hearing this news, Qin Tian let out a long sigh of relief!

Because the Crown Prince and Fourth Prince were openly contending, stirring up chaos in the Imperial City, Xu Fengnian, in order to protect the Crown Prince, under the guise of "purging the emperor's side", personally led two hundred thousand troops directly south.

When Qin Tian received this news, it was already ten days after Xu Fengnian's deployment. He thought that North State and the Fourth Prince of Imperial City should have already engaged in battle.

"This is good, Xu Fengnian was one of the top ten fierce generals of the Tianyuan Dynasty back then. Regardless of his cultivation or military prowess, the Fourth Prince, I fear, won't be able to resolve it immediately. Haha, boss, we've gained precious breathing room." Lin Yu felt elated after receiving the news.

"Let's not bother with too many things, let Imperial City's storms rage. We should still prepare well for the negotiation meeting with Shi He."

After the initial joy, Qin Tian quickly regained his composure.

Given that Xu Fengnian is buying time for him, he must seize it well.

Zhou Yang said, "Shi He is currently loyal to Fei'er, but he and several other generals are worried whether Fei'er is being coerced by us. They're concerned whether after capturing Demon Capital, Fei'er might be sidelined and the Demon Clan becomes our territory. This is their current biggest worry, which Yin Yue Demon Venerate is continuously promoting and threatening."

"That's easy to resolve. We haven't even set a location for our negotiation meeting yet. Then I'll go to Mu City with Fei'er to personally negotiate with Shi He, ease his concerns."

Zhou Yang and others were shocked: "Boss, you're personally going to Mu City? What if something goes wrong?"

"I believe it's unlikely. Shi He is known for his loyalty, and with Fei'er going openly with me, I think he won't go to extremes."

Qin Tian smiled lightly and said, "How about this, have the fourth brother bring along the Qin Family army and another group, forming a two hundred-member guard team to accompany us, how about that?"

Qin Tian's suggestion finally reassured Zhou Yang.

After all, although the Qin Family army currently consists of only dozens of people, they are capable of protecting Qin Tian even against ten thousand troops in battle, ensuring his safety in retreat.

So, after discussing with Fei'er, Qin Tian set off with the two hundred-member guard team and directly headed to Mu City for negotiations with Shi He.

Shi He was a middle-aged man in his forties, greatly respected by Liu Fei'er, and also held Qin Tian in high regard.

Shi He, along with his confidants and several other generals who similarly opposed Yin Yue Demon Venerate's usurping, hosted Qin Tian and Fei'er at a banquet in a wooden building.

During the banquet, Qin Tian straightforwardly told everyone: "Ladies and gentlemen, since I've come to Mu City with sincerity today, let's be upfront with each other."

"Firstly, I and your Princess Liu Fei'er have been good friends for over ten years. We knew each other back on Earth. So, rest assured, I won't harm my own friend."

"Secondly, those worried I might seize control of the Demon Clan can also completely relax. As Qin Marquis of the Tianyuan Dynasty, I only hope to become close partners with the Demon Clan. With Princess Liu Fei'er here, why would I need to control the Demon Clan? There's no need at all. I also solemnly swear here that the future Demon Clan belongs to Princess Liu Fei'er, and she will oversee all major and minor affairs. I simply want to maintain the closest partnership with her and with your Demon Clan. What I say, I do!"

In front of everyone, Qin Tian couldn't mention that he and Liu Fei'er were actually a couple.

If he brought up such matters, he feared the Demon Clan people would panic even more, thinking Qin Tian had ulterior motives by being involved with their Princess...

Qin Tian showed great sincerity at this time, causing everyone to shift their gaze from him to Liu Fei'er.

Liu Fei'er spoke at this moment: "What the Qin Marquis says is true."

"Previously, my father and elder brother were ruthlessly killed by Yin Yue Demon Venerate during his coup. I was fortunately abroad, afraid to return, so I sought assistance from the Qin Marquis. Because we're friends, the Qin Marquis was willing to help me return to the Demon Capital."

"General Shi and fellow generals, I believe you've heard of my temperament and cultivation before. Even my father couldn't force me to do anything. Do you think the Qin Marquis can force me?"

What Liu Fei'er referred to earlier was about the Demon Emperor arranging for her to marry the nephew of his Trojan ally, General Hong Qi.

Both sides agreed back then, but Liu Fei'er adamantly refused, even with interventions by the Demon Emperor and Demon Clan Crown Prince. Her attitude remained firm, refusing marriage, forcing the Demon Emperor to cancel the newly established betrothal.

This matter was well-known within the Demon Clan, so everyone was well aware of Liu Fei'er's stubborn nature.

"Your Highness the Princess, Qin Marquis, we've discussed earlier. We're immensely grateful for the Qin Marquis' assistance in helping our Demon Clan Princess return to the Demon Capital."

After some discussion among Shi He and several generals, Shi He said, "How about this, we've proposed several conditions here. If the Qin Marquis can accept them, then from now on, we'll follow Princess Fei'er, and even at the cost of our lives, we will fight to reclaim the Demon Capital!"

(The classic work "Super Soldier King in Campus" by Hong Qi is updating its second part. Lin Feng returns, welcome to read~)