The Fierce Farm Girl Has A Secret Space Chapter 2424: Rescued (Part 4)

Arang eventually conceded to Ayang’s insistence on remaining until Ran Lei’s safe return, as his peace of mind depended on it.

Ayang reluctantly agreed to this condition.

Both individuals resolved to stay vigilant throughout the night. However, the intense exhaustion accumulated over the preceding days proved too much, leading them into a deep sleep. Upon awakening, they discovered that daylight had already broken.

"Where is Jin Bao?" Ayang’s eyes darted to his side, a chill washing over him as cold sweat broke out. He scrambled outside in a panic.

The tent was separated into inner and outer chambers. Arang had been resting in the outer section, designated for watch duty. Yet, the disappearance of Jin Bao had gone unnoticed by him. He woke with a jolt, cursing himself, "Damn it, Arang deserves to die."

"Let’s search!" Ayang, too preoccupied to blame Arang, dashed out directly, calling, "Jin Bao!"

Meanwhile, Jin Bao was nestled in Nian Qianqian’s embrace, with Changyangzi standing nearby, offering instructions to Nian Qianqian on the proper way to hold the infant.

"Didn’t you handle Qingheng when he was just a baby? What’s so special about that? Let me tell you, Xinxin is close to giving birth, and she’s already promised me the child will apprentice under me," Nian Qianqian pouted.

Jin Bao was awake, though the nuances of their conversation were lost on him. He obediently made occasional cooing sounds and then inserted his tiny fist into his mouth, chewing with gusto.

At this precise moment, someone suddenly rushed in and forcibly took the child away.

The infant, previously content, was startled by the abrupt snatching and began to wail.

Both Nian Qianqian and Changyangzi were taken aback by the sudden commotion.

"Are you out of your mind?" Nian Qianqian’s displeasure was evident. Known for her pride and capricious nature, she had never been subjected to such treatment. Although she first spoke in Daxuan dialect, upon recognizing Ayang, she switched to Miao language.

"I..." Ayang realized his actions might have been overly hasty, leaving him momentarily speechless.

Nian Qianqian turned on her heel and departed.

Changyangzi, who also understood Miao, recognized the misunderstanding. He explained, "I heard the child crying outside earlier. It seemed she had taken the child out to feed him." He too, then departed.

Ayang gazed at Jin Bao, who was still crying, feeling an immense wave of frustration. He wanted to explain but found himself at a loss for words, sweating profusely from anxiety.

"Ayang!" Just then, a voice called out from outside.

"Brother Alei!" Hearing the familiar voice, Ayang’s face instantly lit up. Forgetting any apology to the elders, he turned and sprinted towards the newcomer.

"Thank goodness you’re safe," Ran Lei breathed a sigh of relief.

"It’s wonderful that you’re okay too!" Ayang’s heart finally settled with ease.

Qi Jingyun was successfully rescued and brought back. News of his return rapidly reached the capital, and an imperial edict soon followed, offering solace to Qi Jingyun and commendation to Gu Qingheng. Of course, this all unfolded several days later.

Nevertheless, this development significantly bolstered the morale of the Daxuan soldiers and elevated Gu Qingheng’s standing. Conversely, it dealt a considerable blow to Prince Yun.

Consider this: the commanding general was not killed but was spirited away directly from outside the camp! What did this signify? It pointed either to profound incompetence or outright recklessness.

But Gu Qingheng? He had only been stationed here for slightly over two months, yet he single-handedly infiltrated enemy territory to achieve the rescue.

Military men have always held strength in high regard.

Consequently, Qi Jingrong was consumed by intense fury, though he could only stew in silent resentment. Qi Jingyun was still recuperating and, upon returning, immediately fell into a deep slumber.