The Fierce Farm Girl Has A Secret Space Chapter 2475: Cutting Off the Source (Part 3)

"I’ve decided that when I return this time, I’ll settle in your village." Zhou Jiang mused, veering away from the Flame Sect discussion. "Anyway, my kids really don’t want to leave your place."

"Alright." Gu Qingheng chuckled. "In any case, Xinxin has prepared a small building for Dabao and Xiaobao, so you can stay with your son and daughter."

"Haha..." Zhou Jiang let out a laugh. "Alright, I’ll stay with my son and daughter." Perhaps, he even thought, he might become in-laws with the Yang Family, that is, if his son could manage to tie Mengmeng down.

"Gu Qingheng, you’re not being fair." Qi Jingyi approached, questioning. "Why didn’t you reserve a small building for me too?"

"That’s not up to me; you should ask Xinxin." Gu Qingheng shrugged, indicating.

"Alright, when I return this time, I’ll ask her."

Following close behind was Qi Jingyun, his eyes narrowing slightly. Living next to Xinxin seemed like a rather good decision. He’d ask that girl for a house upon his return, he decided.

In the subsequent days, Gu Qingheng commenced arresting members of the Flame Sect and sealing all their shops, which naturally caused quite a bit of panic among some individuals.

"Will this work?" Qi Jingyi voiced his concern, sounding a little worried.

"Whether it works or not, we can only try." Gu Qingheng replied expressionlessly. "Otherwise, we can only wait."

However, this region is hot and humid, swarming with mosquitoes, making it exceedingly uncomfortable for soldiers hailing from the north. Even with medicine provided by Elder Dao Xuzi and assistance from the Yunmen Mountain disciples, it’s a ten-thousand-strong army, making adequate supplies an impossibility. The longer the campaign drags on, the more they suffer.

Yet, after several days of arrests and shop closures, the Flame Sect remained conspicuously unconcerned. Not even a minor leader had surfaced. Those apprehended were mostly low-level thugs, either newly recruited or people falsely claiming association, thinking the Flame Sect was truly impressive.

Gu Qingheng slammed a fist down on the table in frustration.

"General Gu, I have an idea." Qi Jingyun looked up at Gu Qingheng.

"Please, Prince."

"Cut off the source."

Gu Qingheng’s brow furrowed, but he quickly relaxed. "Your Highness's strategy is excellent, and I’ve considered it too. However, the terrain of Miaojiang is exceedingly complex, with rampant poisons that make it impossible for ordinary people to survive. Entering would mean certain death, let alone finding the Flame Sect’s lair."

"Aren’t generals immune to all poisons?" Qi Jingyun raised an eyebrow.

"Third Royal Brother, don’t forget you were rescued by General Gu." Qi Jingyi expressed his displeasure. "This tactic is far too reckless, wouldn’t you say?"

"Eighth Royal Brother, Third Brother’s idea is not necessarily a bad one." Qi Jingrong stepped forward. "If we continue like this, without any leads, isn’t it just a colossal waste of time?"

"Then you go?" Qi Jingyi raised an eyebrow pointedly.

"I..."

"Eighth Royal Brother." Qi Jingyun frowned at Qi Jingyi. "Is this how you perceive me?"

"I judge you by your actions." Qi Jingyi was not intimidated, letting out a cold laugh.

Qi Jingyun glanced at Qi Jingyi before turning to Gu Qingheng. "Is this what General Gu also thinks?"

Gu Qingheng offered a slight smile. "I was entrusted by the Emperor to undertake this expedition, originally setting aside thoughts of life and death. As long as the Flame Sect can be eradicated, I am fully in favor of any course of action."

Qi Jingyun nodded. "The General’s courage is truly admirable. This Prince will accompany General Gu."