Chapter 926: Chapter 523: The Foundation for Nobility! (3)
Although they were well aware that this was soft captivity, they still dared not say much. If Wei Jinfeng were to charge them with a serious cri, he could proceed with action before reporting to the court, and even then, the court would likely refrain from comnting much at such a critical juncture.
“Hmm, take the two lords down and treat them well.”
As soon as Wei Jinfeng issued the order, the guards waiting outside imdiately obeyed and took the two of them away.
Seeing that Wei Jinfeng seed to have more to say, Chen Yuan squinted his eyes, stood up, and said:
“Then I shall also stay at the Prince Mansion for a couple of days.”
“Very well, Wuque, take the Golden Envoy Chen to the backyard.” Satisfied with Chen Yuan’s tactfulness, Wei Jinfeng nodded and instructed.
“Yes, father, as you command.”
Wei Jinfeng stood up, looked at Chen Yuan, and smiled:
“Brother Chen, please.”
“Please.”
After Chen Yuan and the others had completely left, the main commander of the Earth Camp, Zhou Bo, who had been holding back, voiced his concerns:
“Prince, entrusting such an important task to Chen Yuan—isn’t it a bit risky?”
He admitted Chen Yuan did have so competence, but the Northern Barbarian grain supply was sothing Wei Jinfeng had strategized for a long ti. Any mistake could lead to unforeseen consequences at a later stage.
It wasn’t that he distrusted Chen Yuan, but he felt the Beiliang Army had other experts; there was no need to find an ‘outsider’.
“Indeed, Prince.”
The main commander of the Wind Camp also chid in.
“Since this matter has already been decided, there’s no need to discuss it any further. Leaving it to Chen Yuan puts my mind at ease.” Wei Jinfeng said gravely.
The others exchanged looks, uncertain why the Prince held Chen Yuan in such regard, but since the decision was made, they refrained from saying more, only adding:
“Prince, the court’s reinforcents have been sent to Youzhou, seemingly intending to completely undermine the strength of the Beiliang Army. With only our forces, wouldn’t we still be lacking?”
Even if the Northern Barbarian grain supply were destroyed, tens of thousands of troops are not dead. With fewer than two hundred thousand elite soldiers and so Yang Transformation level experts, it seems the ultimate outco wouldn’t change much.
“I have never relied on the court. Being able to hold down the two hundred thousand Northern Barbarian cavalry in Youzhou is already sufficient.” A flash of cold light appeared in Wei Jinfeng’s eyes.
The Sima Family is not to be trusted—this was a realization he had long ago.
He naturally wouldn’t place the safety of millions of Liangzhou citizens on the court.
“Then…”
“When the ti is right, you will naturally understand. For now, just follow my military orders.” Wei Jinfeng’s aura suddenly shifted, and he said decisively.
“Requesting the Prince to give orders!”
“Requesting the Prince to give orders!”
“This ti, with Chen Yuan’s raid on the Northern Barbarian grain supply, I will station myself in Liangzhou to prevent any unforeseen events. Fire Camp…” Wei Jinfeng began issuing orders one after another.
Which made the others suddenly brighten up.
They then bowed in unison, saying:
“Yes, we await your command, Prince.”
Wei Jinfeng acknowledged with a hum, waved his hand, and four Spirit Pills filled with rich spiritual energy floated in front of them:
“These are for you, to heal your injuries and better kill the enemy.”
The others did not hesitate, each grabbing a Spirit Pill, and said in unison:
“Thank you, Prince.”
“Alright, you may leave now!”
“We take our leave, Prince.”
“We take our leave, Prince.”
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…
In just one day, the news of the Sword Sect Pass being breached had spread beyond Liangzhou, causing an increasing stir, and leaving many Liangzhou citizens in despair.
And at this mont, Wei Jinfeng stepped forward, rallying the people of Liangzhou to resist the Northern Barbarians and defend Liangzhou.
With his prior preparation, Liangzhou City and even the whole Liangzhou territory were mobilized. n of serviceable age joined the army to make up for the losses, even many martial artists from Jianghu, driven by a sense of righteousness, decided to battle against the Barbarians.
Wei Jinfeng’s backup plan worked; the morale in Liangzhou was gradually rising.
Moreover, his earlier preparations significantly augnted the effort, as the Beiliang Army expanded by tens of thousands in just a day. Although they were new recruits with weak combat power,
many of them were highly skilled.
Even a top sect from Liangzhou decided to heed the call, with the entire sect, from Yang Transformation level experts to Foundation Establishnt disciples, joining the newly ford Anti-Barbarian Army.
anwhile, on the Northern Barbarian side, they weren’t idle either. After breaking through Sword Sect Pass, following the orders of the Great Khan Wanyan Tianba, they aid to sweep the surrounding area clean.
They surprisingly found that there were very few Liangzhou citizens nearby, and most were elderly, nearing death, with so even leaning on crutches trying to fight the Barbarians.
Unfortunately, they still faced death.
So Barbarians, filled with rage, ordered the beheading of all Central Plains citizens to create a terrorizing monunt for Liangzhou.
But the more they did so, the deeper the fury of the Liangzhou citizens grew.
In just a few days, the Northern Barbarian Army advanced a significant distance, clashing with the Beiliang Army several tis, yet due to the widening distance,
the supply of grain and fodder for the Northern Barbarian cavalry beca all the more crucial.
With the implentation of a scorched earth policy, they could acquire very little grain supply.
As the battlefront stretched, it beca more advantageous for Liangzhou’s side.
This was also one of Wei Jinfeng’s initial strategies.
To gradually erode the wings and claws of the Northern Barbarian Army.
And then to wipe them out in one fell swoop.
One battle to decide everything!
On this day, as night began to fall, Chen Yuan, who had been cultivating in the Beiliang Royal Mansion for several days, was summoned by an edict from Wei Jinfeng to the main hall.
He understood that the ti to act had arrived!
As soon as he entered, Chen Yuan sensed a bloody atmosphere, glancing around, eighteen figures clad in black robes stood by.
Like wooden statues, they neither moved nor exuded any cultivation aura.
The Eighteen Hidden Guards!
Although, it seed they lacked warhorses now.
Wei Jinfeng’s eyes were exceptionally bright, with Wei Wuque standing beside him, his expression grave as he looked at Chen Yuan, creating a sowhat silent atmosphere.
“Prince.”
Chen Yuan slightly cupped his fist.
“Tonight is the ti to act, and I will establish myself here to guard against enemy raids. As for the grain supply, it is entrusted to you.” Wei Jinfeng said with focused composure, looking at him.
Chen Yuan nodded, speaking firmly:
“Rest assured, Prince, tonight… the Northern Barbarians will be broken.”
“Tonight is also the foundation of your path to becoming a marquis!”
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