Settling the Score

Eventually, General Yuan was convinced by Qi Xiuyuan. He turned around and sighed at Shen Mu, who was beside him. "I'm afraid we're really old."

Shen Mu smiled and said, "You may admit you're old, but don't drag me down with you. Back then, I also advised you to shrink the battlefront. We've been old friends for decades, yet you're only willing to listen to a brat. My heart and liver are all hurt."

General Yuan laughed, knowing that he was joking. He gently whipped his horse's butt and said with a smile, "You don't say. I'm willing to listen to opinions that are younger than mine."

Shen Mu shook his head but still said, "Qi Xiuyuan is indeed a rare talent."

General Yuan said proudly, "How is it? We didn't make a wasted trip, right?"

Shen Mu's smile faded slightly as he asked, "He's not married yet, right?"

General Yuan's smile froze and he nodded.

Shen Mu said in a deep voice, "Does His Majesty have a daughter of suitable age?"