章 173: Back and forth (5)

A moment later, Emperor Wen Hui laughed and said, "All these years, General Shen has been guarding the Northwest. Now that you have defeated the enemy, I am deeply relieved. It is a blessing to have such a general. I will grant your request!"

Shen Xin immediately thanked him. "Thank you, Your Majesty!"

After Emperor Wen Hui finished speaking, he walked out of the main hall, leaving everyone behind. Shen Xin's request just now was unexpected. The first to speak was actually the Marquis of Lin'an, Xie Ding. This person who had been at odds with the Shen family for his entire life obviously did not understand what Shen Xin was trying to do. He mocked, "General Shen, are you afraid of war? Do you want to stay in the capital for half a year to enjoy yourself?"

Not only was Shen Xin not angry, but he even smiled and revealed his white teeth. "Is Marquis Xie envious of me? Sigh, it's no wonder. After all, Marquis Xie doesn't have a wife or daughter…"