"There's no need to be upset with the incompetence of the young lad, Vice General Xiao!" Seeing Dou Xiao leave on his own, Dou Wei was quite angry! However, when facing Xiao Rufeng, he still used polite words, after all, he needed to win this battle with his help."

"General, you have overreacted. Dou Shao is just full of youthful vigor. Seeing the favoritism bestowed upon this humble subordinate, he couldn't help but feel indignant for a moment. It was this humble subordinate who lacked discretion and ended up injuring Dou Shao. I sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused," Xiao Rufeng said with a faint smile, appearing somewhat humble and fearful in response to Dou Wei's words.

"The child is unruly and reckless. It's good that Xiao Vice General doesn't blame him, but we must not let this matter create a rift between us. General Dou still values your abilities and relies on your assistance in defeating the Xiongnu." Dou Wei finally got to the point. Xiao Rufeng is a valuable chess piece, and we can't let our own son ruin it."

"General, there's no need for such kind words. The General has shown great favor to this humble subordinate, and whenever the General gives any orders, I will certainly do my best." Xiao Rufeng immediately expressed his loyalty, successfully easing Dou Wei's concerns. As for whether this loyalty was genuine or just pretense, only Xiao Rufeng himself knew deep down.

"So wonderful!" Dou Wei nodded in satisfaction. "General I still have some important matters to attend to, so I won't disturb Vice General Xiao any longer!"

"Gong Song General!" With clasped fists and a slight bow, Xiao Rufeng bid farewell to General Dou Wei. Once Dou Wei had left, the smile that had formed at the corner of Xiao Rufeng's mouth immediately froze, and a glint of unknown intention flickered in his eyes.

"Rufeng!" Gu Shiliu slipped in, "Is everything alright with you?"

"No worries! It's you who went to find the general, right?" Seeing Gu Shi sneaking in like a thief, she couldn't help but find it amusing, so she grabbed him and pulled him to sit by the bed.

"That's right, show your gratitude to me!" Gu Shiyiqüe grinned smugly and proclaim proudly, "Brother, I didn't hesitate to endure hardships and traveled a great distance to bring reinforcements, saving your life. Isn't that enough to demonstrate my loyalty?"

Puchi! Gu Shi's exaggerated acting made Xiao Rufeng couldn't help but laugh. He lightly punched Gu Shi and said, "You're so righteous! Who dares to say that you're not righteous!"

Hehe! Xiao Rufeng's flattery made Gu Shi feel a little embarrassed. "Actually, I didn't do much, just a small gesture!"

"But Ruyifeng, you should try to avoid Du Sha0 in the future. You came late, so you don't know how much of a jerk Du Shao is. Almost everyone in the camp has been bullied by him!" When it came to Du Xiao, Gu Shi's smile disappeared, and he became serious.

"No one is going to report it?" Xiao Rufeng frowned, puzzlement filling his mind.

"Declare it? Who dares! The biggest boss is his father. Even if he reports it, it's useless. Instead, he'll face criticism. There was once someone who unwillingly reported Du Shaoyi to the general, but ended up being subjected to fifty military lashings. Later on, Du Shaoyi even withheld all the medicinal materials, forbidding anyone from giving him any. Not long after, that person died due to a lack of medical treatment and medicine." Speaking of these matters, Gu Shi was filled with indignation and injustice.

"It seems that the General dotes on his son!" Xiao Rufeng sighed seemingly infinitely, while his mind was already filled with numerous thoughts.

"It's true! I risked my life this time to seek help! But I have to say, as soon as the general heard it was your matter, he immediately rushed over without hesitation. It seems that the general values you a lot!" A single sentence struck a chord with Gu Shi, but then he started laughing again, "When you become successful in the future, don't forget about your brother!"

"Will not forget!" Xiaorufeng remembers everyone who has been good to him. He understands the principle of repaying kindness.

Casually chatting with Gu Shi, Xiao Ru Feng's mind had already drifted away. From Gu Shi's words, he learned that most soldiers were dissatisfied with Dou Wei and his son.

Du Wei has already lost the people's support, which can be considered greatly advantageous for their future actions.