I Was Sold to My Mortal Enemy (Double Transmigrations)

After Zhao Hong and Li Ruo left, the firearms warehouse in Xizhou was finally completed. Pei Xing dedicated himself to overseeing its operations, working day and night to ensure everything was in order.

Months passed, and it seemed like life would continue peacefully. However, six months later, chaos erupted in Shangjing. A palace coup unfolded, with the Prince of Chengyang County conspiring with the third prince of Nanyi to rebel against the court. The crown prince and the emperor were killed, and the Empress Dowager was imprisoned.

Xie Yu and Qin Yu were trapped in the Zhongzhou. Meanwhile, Zhao Hong and Li Ruo embarked on a journey to seek help from Pei Zhengchen, he was worried about Li Ruo’s safety and ordered him to stay in the general’s mansion and accompany Shi Yi.

Zhao Hong and Pei Zhengchen later led a team to Zhongzhuo by water. On the third day, amid this chaos, the Xirong people unexpectedly launched an attack on Xizhou. Pei Xing had to lead the soldiers to repel this unexpected threat.

Shi Yi could hear the sounds of explosions outside every day, and he thought that the war would be over soon. However, things took a different turn. In less than three months, a full-scale conflict erupted between the Xirong, Beidi, and Nanyi. The whole of Dayu was embroiled in war.

Pei Zhengchen led his troops to restore order in Shangjing, and Xie Yu was crowned as the new emperor. Qin Yue remained behind to guard the capital, and Pei Zhengchen led a group of troops to face Nanyi. Meanwhile, Zhao Hong was dispatched to Beizhou, and another general from the court was assigned to Dongzhou.

Amidst the chaos, Pei Xing’s leadership was instrumental in resisting the Xirong’s forces. The newly established firearms warehouse played a vital role in the defense, making it almost effortless to repel the Xirong’s attacks.

As he was aware of the ongoing wars in the north and east, Pei Xing arranged for the transportation of artillery shells to Dongzhou and Nanzhou. The people in Xizhou felt the burden of the war, and those who could contribute did their part.

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Shi Yi observed his younger brother, Shi Wu, who had grown significantly over the years and was now a young adult at the age of seventeen, ready to serve his country.

Dongzhou was the closest to Zhongzhou, so Shi Wu was hopeful that after winning the battle, he might have the opportunity to visit Zhongzhou and see Xiao Liu and his eldest brother again.

As the war raged on, Shi Wu returned to Xizhou victorious. He had a joyful reunion with his third brother, Shi Yi, and shared the news of their victories.

Pei Xing’s efforts in the Xirong campaign were successful. After defeating the Xirong forces, he led his troops back to Xizhou. The journey was marked by a cloud of dust and sand as the troops returned in triumph.

Xirong had been defeated, but the aftermath required extensive work. That night, Pei Xing prepared a memorial for Xie Yu, detailing the aftermath and rebuilding efforts in Xirong.

Shi Yi was sitting at the desk, lost in thought. He looked at Pei Xing, who had become even more formidable and imposing over the past eight years. The toll of war was evident on his face and in his demeanor.

After completing the memorial, Pei Xing noticed Shi Yi by the desk. He reached out and pinched Shi Yi’s smooth face, then pulled him close and kissed him affectionately.

“Have you missed me in the past few months?” Pei Xing inquired with a playful smile.

Shi Yi pretended to be nonchalant and replied, “I haven’t missed you at all.”

Pei Xing chuckled and continued to shower him with affection.

“Now that the war in Xirong is over, are we going back?” Shi Yi rested his hands on Pei Xing’s chest and asked.

Pei Xing, still holding him, explained, “The war is over, but there are many issues to address in the aftermath.”

“Okay.” Shi Yi said as he snuggles into Pei Xing’s embrace.

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Half a month later, an imperial edict was issued, bringing the territories of Xirong under the jurisdiction of Xizhou. The war was finally over, but the work of rebuilding and reorganizing had just begun.

Pei Xing initiated the resettlement of captured Xirong people, offering them homes in various villages within Xizhou. Moreover, he founded a new city in Xirong, named Rongcheng. The citizens of Xizhou were encouraged to move to Rongcheng, and they were granted a ten-year tax exemption.

This incentive led to a massive wave of people from all over the country signing up to relocate to Rongcheng, drawn by the promise of a tax-free period.

In addition to these developments, the imperial court sent new scholars to Xizhou. In response, Pei Xing established three schools in Rongcheng, providing free education to the children living there.

Pei Xing worked diligently to address the potential threats posed by Xirong, and his efforts paid off. With the creation of Rongcheng and the educational institutions, he ensured a peaceful and harmonious environment.

In the meantime, the war in Dongzhou neared its conclusion. The proximity of Dongzhou to Zhongzhou allowed for timely weapon supplies, and the Dongzhou army secured a resounding victory. The Dongman tribe sought peace, but Xie Yu rejected their terms, and Shi Wu led the army to vanquish their forces.

The Beidi conflict alternated between two years of battle and three years of ceasefire. The Beidi troops eventually retreated to their own territory.

Upon learning of Xirong’s defeat, Nanyi foresaw their own imminent conflict. However, they cleverly chose not to send peace envoys. Instead, they trained dozens of beautiful young shuangers from Nanyi to present as a peace offering. One exceptionally talented and beautiful young shuanger was appointed and sent to Dayu to seek marriage.