The Bad Girl's Quick Transmigration System: Traveling Back and Forth

Chapter 659: Rising Fame, Shocking All Sides

In the Battle of Black Wind Gorge, the Falcon Force wiped out a well-equipped cross-border bandit group at minimal cost, achieving a brilliant victory. This news spread like a hurricane, quickly spreading throughout the Northern Territory and even higher up.

When the bigwigs in the Ministry of War saw the battle report, everyone was stunned.

"What? The Falcon Unit? The Falcon Unit, composed entirely of female soldiers? They actually wiped out the militants that even the Northern Troops had trouble with?"

"And with almost zero casualties? How is this possible?"

"The battle report said that it was mainly because their deputy commander, Lin Wei, had reached the peak of the Heavenly Realm and single-handedly killed dozens of the enemy's core fighters, including a leader who had reached the Lesser Success stage of the Heavenly Realm?"

"At the peak of the Heavenly Realm?! Such a young female general is actually at the peak of the Heavenly Realm?!"

The entire Northern Territory seemed to be on fire, caught in a frenzy of excitement! A peak Heavenly Realm expert was a rare treasure in the entire military! Every peak Heavenly Realm expert was a powerful figure who could defend a region and command a great power!

However, what was shocking was that Lin Wei, such a young woman, had already reached such an astonishing realm! This was simply an unimaginable miracle! Her appearance was like a meteor streaking through the night sky, instantly illuminating the entire Northern Territory.

Before long, Lin Wei's name rose like a comet, spreading throughout the military camp at an astonishing speed. Everyone was talking about this female deputy commander of the Falcon Corps. Although she was young, she possessed the strength of the peak of the Heavenly Realm, which filled everyone with curiosity and awe.

The Falcon Force, this name may not have been well known to the public in the past, but since Lin Wei joined, it has been shining like the brightest star in the night sky.

Although the Falcon Force was once a highly regarded elite division, its all-female composition led some to look down upon it. However, all this changed dramatically after Lin Wei's arrival.

Lin Wei, a peak-level Celestial Realm expert, quickly captivated every member of the Falcon Force with her unparalleled strength and exceptional leadership. Her presence not only brought unprecedented combat power to the force, but also skyrocketed the Falcon Force's reputation.

Today, the Falcon Force has become the sharpest knife in the hands of the military, indestructible and unstoppable! No matter how difficult the task, they can complete it with outstanding performance, which is amazing.

Praise and awards poured in like snowflakes to the Falcon Corps, a testament to their strength and achievements. The most notable of these was the military's exceptional promotion of Lin Wei. She was appointed "Honorary Commander" of the Falcon Corps, placing her on equal footing with Su Qing.

However, while Lin Wei and Su Qing appear to be of equal status on the surface, in reality, everyone knows that Lin Wei is the true soul and core of the Falcon Force. Her leadership and decision-making abilities, as well as her bravery and fearlessness on the battlefield, make her indispensable to the Falcon Force.

However, a tall tree attracts the wind. Lin Wei's rise has also caused some people to be wary and dissatisfied.

In the bustling and noisy city center of the capital, there is a mansion that stands like an indestructible fortress, surrounded by high walls and numerous sentry posts, and the security is extremely strict.

In a spacious and luxurious study in this mansion, a young man in purple-red official uniform sat at his desk. His face was sinister, his eyes as sharp as a hawk's, and he exuded a chilling aura.

At this moment, he was clutching a battle report in his hand, which detailed information about Lin Wei and the Falcon Force. His brows were furrowed tightly, his face so gloomy it looked like water could drip out.

"Lin Wei... the peak of the Heavenly Realm... the Falcon Unit..." He muttered these words in a low voice, and each word seemed to be squeezed out from between his teeth, full of resentment and unwillingness.

"It's outrageous that a woman can climb to such a high position!" He slammed the battle report on the table with a loud "bang", as if this could vent his dissatisfaction.

"Su Qing, that loser, actually let a foreign woman ride on her head!" His voice was filled with not only jealousy towards Lin Wei, but also resentment towards Su Qing.

This young man was Zhao Tianlei, the only son of Minister Zhao, a high-ranking official in the Ministry of War. Since childhood, he had been considered the pride of the Zhao family, enjoying endless wealth and adulation. However, a woman named Lin Wei, like a dazzling meteor, shattered his once peaceful life, leaving him feeling an unprecedented threat and pressure.

Zhao Tianlei suddenly slammed the priceless white jade teacup to the ground. The crisp shattering sound echoed throughout the luxurious study, a mess, just like his current state of mind. The finest Biluochun tea mixed with tea leaves splattered the hem of his luxurious brocade robe, but he was oblivious. He simply stared out the window at the palace wall, a symbol of power and glory, the sinister look in his eyes almost condensing into substance.

"Lin Wei..." He whispered the name, as if chewing it up and swallowing it. "She's just some wild girl who appeared out of nowhere. Relying on her cleverness, she actually climbed to the position of head of the 'Heavenly Secret Pavilion' and even took over the 'Embroidered Spring Bag' spy organization bestowed upon us by the emperor! That idiot Su Qing, with military power and the Su family's century-old foundation behind her, couldn't even withstand such a storm. She's really brought shame upon us children of aristocratic families!"

The Su Qing he was referring to was the beloved daughter of Su Zhenbang, commander of the Imperial Guards. She was also a renowned talent in the capital, and the marriage partner Zhao Tianlei had long favored. A marriage between the Su and Zhao families would have been a powerful alliance, solidifying his future position in the court. Su Qing had always been obedient to him, viewing him as a perfect match. But everything changed with the appearance of Lin Wei.

Lin Wei first made a splash in a debate at the Imperial Academy, captivating the entire court, including the emperor, with her essay "Strategies for Strengthening the Army." Her insightful perspective and far-sightedness put even veterans, lifelong military veterans, to shame. She then tested her skills on the border, using ingenious tactical deployments to help the defenders defeat the larger force and repel the invading barbarian cavalry. This string of achievements catapulted her from obscurity to a rising star in the court.

The emperor was delighted and promoted her to the position of director of the newly established "Tianji Pavilion," specializing in intelligence analysis and strategic deduction. He even gave her the command of the "Embroidered Spring Bag," a secret treasure cultivated by successive emperors. This was undoubtedly a great trust in Lin Wei, and it also affected the interests of many people, the first of whom was Zhao Tianlei.

He had originally thought that, with the Zhao family's influence and his own reputation (though it was largely exaggerated), the position of head of the "Tianji Pavilion" was his undisputed right. He had long coveted the "Embroidered Spring Bag," the key to building his own power. Now, it was taken away by a foreign woman. How could he bear it?

What infuriated him even more was Su Qing's attitude. Su Qing had met Lin Wei a few times at the Imperial Academy and admired her talent. When Lin Wei took over the "Embroidered Spring Bag" and needed to coordinate with the Imperial Guards on certain matters, Su Qing didn't interfere, as Zhao Tianlei had suggested. Instead, she handled the matter impartially, even agreeing with some of Lin Wei's innovative security suggestions during their collaboration.

In Zhao Tianlei's view, this is a sign of Su Qing being "wasteful". She is "bowed" to Lin Wei and letting outsiders "rid on her head"! He can't tolerate the woman he likes being so "admiring" another woman. This is simply an insult to him.

"No, I can't let her be so complacent!" Zhao Tianlei paced anxiously in the study, his mind racing. "A woman without any foundation, even if she receives the emperor's temporary favor, how long can she be complacent? She's disturbed too many people's interests, and she's bound to make many enemies."

A fierce glint flashed in his eyes. "If Su Qing is unreliable, then I can only rely on myself. Lin Wei, aren't you very smart? Aren't you very good at planning and strategizing? I want to see how many times your cleverness can save you in this vortex of the capital!"

He walked to a wall where a huge map of the capital city was hung. His finger traced several important mansions and institutions, finally stopping at the location of the "Tianji Pavilion."

"'Embroidered Spring Pouch'... Humph, a spy? My Zhao family has been operating in the capital for generations, with students and former officials throughout the government. How can we be inferior to a newcomer like you?" Zhao Tianlei sneered, "You want to use the 'Embroidered Spring Pouch' to spy on others? Then I'll let you taste the feeling of being spied on."

He turned around and whispered to the corner of the empty study room in a voice only he could hear: "Go, check it out for me! Find out everything about Lin Wei! Her background, her relationships, her weaknesses... I want to know all her secrets! I don't believe she's flawless!"

The shadow in the corner seemed to move, and then silence returned.

Zhao Tianlei walked to the window and gazed at the gradually setting sun, which dyed the sky an eerie blood-red. A sinister smile played on his lips. "Lin Wei, this game has only just begun. I'll make you understand that in this game of power, you're ultimately just an outsider pawn, ready to be devoured at any moment!"

His heart burned with jealousy and the joy of revenge, unaware that his current fury and calculations might be seen as mere clown showmanship by Lin Wei. The opponent he sought to overthrow had already set his sights on greater lands, where there lay a wider world and more treacherous storms. Beneath the capital's tranquility, undercurrents surged, a battle of power, talent, and conspiracy quietly unfolding. Whether Zhao Tianlei's self-righteous schemes would drag Lin Wei into the abyss, or backfire, plunging himself and the entire Zhao family into irreparable ruin, remained uncertain. But one thing was certain: he would not sit idly by while Lin Wei continued to "ride" him; this struggle would be a fight to the death.