EBE The Battle of Zhangjia County (Chapter 144)
The Battle of Zhangjia County (Chapter 144)
At the village chief's dinner table, Daya received an exceptionally warm welcome from the villagers.
The villagers brought out their best food, including freshly harvested, fragrant millet porridge.
Fresh and crisp wild vegetables, and a few precious slices of cured meat.
During the meal, Daya said gratefully, "Village chief, uncles and aunts, thank you for your hospitality and hospitality."
My sister and I encountered many dangers along the way. If it weren't for you two, I don't know what we would have done.
A villager smiled and said, "Don't be so polite, young lady. Everyone has their difficulties when they're away from home."
Everyone ate and chatted, with the village chief asking questions and Daya answering.
At this moment, a villager said, "Alas, the world is becoming more and more turbulent. I don't know how long this chaos will last. It's making everyone feel uneasy."
Seeing this, Da Ya could only try her best to tell them that the King of Ling Kingdom and the old general had all rushed to the border and would definitely protect the people of Ling Kingdom.
As night fell, Daya and Xiaoyue lay under the spacious eaves of the village chief's house.
Listening to the occasional barking of dogs in the distance and the soft murmurs of children in their dreams nearby, I felt an unprecedented sense of peace and gratitude.
Xiaoyue said softly, "Sister Daya, I really hope that all the days to come can be as peaceful as today."
Daya held Xiaoyue's hand and said, "Yes, Xiaoyue, I believe everything will be alright."
This night was a rare moment of peace for them on their escape, and a new beginning filled with hope.
After spending a peaceful and cozy night in Qingshan Village.
When the first rays of sunlight in the morning shine gently through the window and into the room.
Daya gently nudged Xiaoyue, who was fast asleep beside her.
Her movements were gentle and caring, as if she were afraid of disturbing Xiaoyue's dream.
"Xiaoyue, how are you feeling now? How's your mental state?"
Daya asked with concern, her eyes filled with deep worry and care.
She stared intently at Xiaoyue's face, worried that Xiaoyue's incomplete recovery might affect the rest of the journey.
If Xiaoyue isn't fully recovered yet, we'll have to stay here for another day.
Xiaoyue slowly opened her eyes, her clear pupils shimmering with a soft light in the morning glow.
A relieved smile appeared on her face, a smile as warm and bright as a flower blooming in spring.
She sat up, stretched, and felt the vitality in her body gradually returning, as if a new force was surging within her.
"Um... Sister Daya, don't worry, I'm fine now."
Xiaoyue's voice still sounded a little tired.
But she was noticeably more energetic than yesterday, and her words were full of determination and confidence.
"After a full day of rest yesterday, I feel much better and no longer feel dizzy or tired. We can continue on our way."
After hearing this, Da Ya finally felt relieved. Whether they were in a hurry or not didn't matter, as long as Xiao Yue was alright.
She nodded with relief, the worry on her face instantly disappearing, replaced by a look of ease and joy.
"That's good, that's good. Let's continue our journey today, there's still a long way to go."
Xiaoyue nodded, her eyes shining with determination.
She held Daya's hand tightly, as if conveying an invisible force.
"Okay, Sister Daya. We've been delayed for too long, and we don't know what's going on in Jiaxian County. We must get there as soon as possible."
Suddenly, Da Ya remembered something and patted her forehead.
"Oh, by the way, I plan to leave the extra horses to Village Chief Li and the others."
Let them take it and sell it for some money; consider it payment for their room and board.
After all, they treated us so warmly yesterday and provided us with so much help.
Upon hearing this, Xiaoyue showed an expression of agreement.
"Indeed, judging from yesterday's conversation, Village Chief Li and the others are all kind and honest people, so it is only right that we do this."
They chatted as they packed their bags, though there wasn't much to pack.
Before leaving, they made a special trip to say goodbye to the village chief, Li Fugui, and told him about the horses.
"Uncle Village Chief, thank you so much! We both slept very well last night."
Daya said sincerely, her eyes sparkling with gratitude.
She paused for a moment and continued, "We discussed it and decided to leave the remaining horses to the village."
These horses most likely belong to Gu Xuanchao. You must not keep them for your own use, lest someone discovers them and cause you trouble.
Selling them will give us some money to improve our lives.
Upon hearing this, Li Fugui's face showed a mixture of surprise and emotion.
But he quickly waved his hand: "How can this be? You two ladies, you'll need these horses even more when you're out there."
Or perhaps we could take them to the battlefield; the soldiers of the Spirit Kingdom would need them even more.
Xiaoyue chimed in, "Village Chief, please accept it. One horse each is enough for the two of us; we're better at hiking and light footwork."
Besides, there are only two of us; these horses might be more useful to the village.
Li Fugui pondered for a moment, then finally nodded: "Alright, ladies, I appreciate your kindness."
We will take good care of these horses and remember your kindness.
After leaving the warm little village, Daya and Xiaoyue rode their bicycles slowly along the winding country road.
The sound of horses' hooves was particularly crisp in the quiet of the morning, and together with the occasional birdsong, it created a melodious pastoral symphony.
On the vast land of Ling Kingdom, on an ancient battlefield outside Jia County, yellow sand filled the sky, war drums thundered, and shouts of battle soared into the heavens.
The old general of Ling Kingdom, though advanced in years, was still heroic and valiant, standing at the forefront of the battlefield with a long spear in his hand, his eyes shining with indomitable spirit and determination.
On the border between Ling Kingdom and Gu Xuan Dynasty, a battle concerning the fate of the nation is being fiercely fought.
The old general of the Spirit Kingdom, accompanied by the five Spirit Stars—the Spirit Star of the Qin, the Spirit Star of the Qi, the Spirit Star of the Shu, the Spirit Star of the Hua, and the Spirit Star of Bai.
Along with loyal generals and three thousand elite soldiers, they are fighting a bloody battle against Gu Xuanchao's more than ten thousand soldiers, vowing to reclaim Jiaxian City, which has been occupied by the enemy.
Why is it so important to retake Jiaxian County?
Let's rewind to a few days ago.
When the old general and the five spirit stars arrived in Jiaxian County, the scene before them broke their hearts.
The garrison commander of Jiaxian County has heroically sacrificed his life, and the city is filled with dead and wounded soldiers and innocent civilians.
A resolute glint flashed in the old general's eyes.
He knew that the gains or losses of Jiaxian County were crucial to the future of Ling Kingdom.
"We must retake this city, for the glory of the Kingdom of Ling, and for the sake of its innocent people."
The old general raised his arms and shouted, inspiring the soldiers around him.
Without hesitation, the old general and his men rushed into the city and engaged in a fierce battle with Gu Xuanchao's enemies.
However, they underestimated the enemy's strength.
Just when they thought they were about to win, the eldest prince of Gu Xuanchao suddenly attacked with 10,000 elite soldiers, catching the Ling Kingdom army off guard.
The battle that night was exceptionally fierce.
Although the old general was incredibly brave, he was unfortunately stabbed by a master swordsman while surrounded by the enemy.
Watching his soldiers fall one by one, the old general was filled with helplessness and resentment.
"Don't panic, everyone retreat first, then we'll discuss the matter further." The old general reluctantly gave the order to retreat.
The current situation is a direct result of the retreat that took place a few days ago.
The old general and the five spirit stars regrouped, leading more than three thousand soldiers, determined to avenge their previous defeat and retake Jiaxian County.
Meanwhile, Gu Xuanchao's soldiers stood ready, prepared to meet the Ling Kingdom's counterattack.
Suddenly, the sound of a zither rose on the battlefield, melodious yet carrying an indescribable power. It was Qin Lingxing using sound waves as a blade to attack the enemy's mind and attempt to disrupt their formation.
The melody was sometimes stirring and sometimes somber, like the ever-changing winds on the battlefield, making Gu Xuanchao's soldiers uneasy and unable to concentrate on fighting.
At the same time, chess pieces flew everywhere, and the Chess Spirit Star moved with a light and graceful figure, like a fairy descending to earth.
With a flick of her fingers, the chess pieces on the board seemed to come alive.
Transforming into sharp, concealed weapons, they hurtled towards Gu Xuanchao's soldiers with a whooshing sound.
These chess pieces traced graceful arcs in the air, accurately striking their targets and inflicting heavy losses on the enemy.
Shu Lingxing, holding a bow and arrow, stood on one side of the battlefield. Her eyes were calm and sharp, as if she could see through everything.
With a light tap of her fingers, arrows streaked across the sky like shooting stars.
The accurate shot hit the enemy's vital points, opening a breakthrough for the Ling Kingdom's army.
Hua Lingxing, like a ghost, wandered the battlefield.
She would sometimes appear behind enemy lines, conjuring up various illusions.
Her presence, like a mysterious landscape, adds endless variables to this battle.
The four spirit stars each performed their duties and fought together. Their tacit understanding and cooperation gave the Spirit Kingdom's army an advantage on the battlefield.
The old general, holding a long spear, stood at the forefront, his eyes revealing his indomitable spirit and determination.
He knew that this battle was not only about retaking Jiaxian County, but also about ensuring the peace and tranquility of the people of Ling Kingdom.