「Early the next morning.」
A flurry of urgent hoofbeats shattered the morning stillness.
A Military General clad in soft armor, riding a fine steed with a dark-red coat, pulled up before the Red King Mansion with over a hundred soldiers in his wake.
Zheng Xiu came out upon hearing the commotion. Seeing that the Military General in soft armor was none other than Huo Huo, he instantly understood and said with a wry smile, "In such a hurry?"
"This marriage alliance concerns the honor and reputation of both our kingdoms. We cannot be negligent, and time is of the essence."
Huo Huo dismounted, tugging unhappily at his soft armor. It looked like a good fit, but it made him feel utterly constrained.
He'd been retired for years, yet here he was, forced to don armor once more. Tsk. With the Great Emperor away, Huo Huo made no attempt to hide his displeasure.
Huo Huo approached the Red King and lowered his voice. "Speed is of the essence in war."
