This outcry contained the relief of surviving a calamity, the respect for the strong, and even more so, the heartfelt recognition and loyalty to the Grand Commander's wife, Karasuma Nagi.
Upon hearing this, Huan Naxue slowly withdrew her gaze from the setting sun and turned to the group of generals before her, whose bodies were covered in blood but whose eyes were burning with intensity.
She didn't speak immediately, but instead deftly dismounted, her movements agile and showing no sign of feminine weakness.
She lifted the heavy greatsword with one hand, the tip of which gently touched the ground with a soft "clang".
The two guards beside her hurriedly stepped forward and moved her greatsword aside.
Huan Naxue's gaze swept over Lin Feng's bleeding arm, past Xi Sheng's almost unsteady figure, and over Li Mao's pale face, Murong Chunhua's tired eyes, and the dust and blood on Tong Gu and the others' faces.
Her eyes, which had been sharp and cold from killing, gradually softened, and a barely perceptible hint of emotion flashed deep within them.
She extended her left hand, which was not holding a sword, and gently helped Lin Feng up. Her voice was clear and melodious, yet it carried a comforting power: "Governor Lin, generals, please rise! These words are too solemn, I am unworthy of them."
She paused slightly, her gaze sweeping over the crowd again, her tone sincere and firm: "To guard Hedong and support the Yin dynasty is my husband's ambition, and also my duty, Huan Naxue."
"I was just there by chance and did my little bit."
"The true heroes who fought on the battlefield, using their flesh and blood to withstand enemies many times their size, and fought to the death without retreating, were Governor Lin, General Xi, General Li, General Murong, General Tong, General Du who unfortunately died in battle, and every son of Hedong who was present and who now rests here!"
"You are the true heroes of this battle, the backbone of Hedong!"
Her voice wasn't loud, but it reached everyone's ears clearly, carrying a convincing power.
Whether she learned these words from Zhao Muyun or improved them through reading during her pregnancy is unknown.
But she did not take credit for herself. Instead, she gave the highest praise to the soldiers who had fought so hard until now. This warmed the hearts of all the generals present, and their eyes couldn't help but get hot.
Lin Feng first met Wuhuan Naji on the Xichuan Grassland, when she was just the wife of Zhao Muyun, who was then a squad leader.
Now, this princess of Wuhuan went to the battlefield shortly after giving birth, leading her people to rescue Xiazhou. How can one not admire her?
"Gentlemen!" Huan Naxue's tone became even gentler, with a hint of concern. "You've all worked hard. Governor Lin, Governor Tong, and all the generals, the rest is in your hands."
"Please, Madam, enter the city and rest for a while!"
Lin Feng and Tong Gu said in unison.
Just then, Xu Yunlong and He Yunsheng had roughly arranged for the infantry to clear the battlefield and gather the prisoners, and hurriedly came to report back.
Seeing the Hedong Army generals, who were usually high and mighty in their eyes, now so respectful and even excited as they surrounded Huan Naxue, thanking her and behaving obediently, the two felt an indescribable surge of excitement and pride.
They exchanged a glance and saw relief and determination in each other's eyes.
Being able to follow such a brave, resourceful, and respected female leader, their path of becoming outlaws and being granted amnesty was the right one!
His future prospects are certainly promising.
Xu Yunlong, with a booming voice, stepped forward, clasped his hands in greeting, and said, "Madam! Commander Lin! The battlefield has been initially cleared, and the prisoners are being held in custody!"
He Yunsheng followed closely behind, his voice filled with excitement: "Madam is so mighty! We arrived a step too late and missed the most exhilarating charge, what a pity!"
Huan Naxue nodded slightly to them as a greeting, then looked at Lin Feng:
"Governor Lin, the affairs here still require your oversight. Xu, He, and their subordinates will all be at your command."
Lin Feng quickly replied, "Madam, you flatter me! You and all the righteous warriors have made the greatest contributions in this battle. How could I dare to use the word 'dispatch'?"
"The most urgent task at hand is to treat the wounded and stabilize the situation. As for specific matters, I will report the situation in Xia Prefecture to Jinyang and then follow their next steps."
"Governor Lin, these are the orders from the Prince and Commander Han, among others." Fan Bingbing, who had come with Huan Naxue, appeared before everyone, producing a secret letter lacquered in red.
Lin Feng was taken aback, then quickly took it, opened it, and his eyes lit up. He shouted, "Great!"
The generals gathered around, eagerly asking, "Commander Lin, what did the letter say?"
"The Prince and the Grand Commander's Office have ordered us that if we win the Battle of Xia Prefecture, we should quickly regroup, advance on Xijing, and use the strategy of 'besieging Wei to rescue Zhao'!" Lin Feng said, enunciating each word clearly.
What!
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At this very moment, in Liangzhou City, a thousand miles away from Xiazhou, Zhao Muyun is holding a military conference.
Those attending the meeting included Tang Yanhai, captain of the scout battalion; Wu Shangzhi and Guo Luo, captains of the cavalry battalion; Liu Yi, captain of the Shenji Battalion; Shi Yong, captain of the Shenji Battalion; Namtso, the leader of the Qiang and Rong tribes; and Urgan, the deputy leader.
This place almost gathers all of Zhao Muyun's elite troops since he started his career in Shuozhou.
One hundred scout battalions, similar to modern special forces brigades; two thousand cavalry battalions equipped with swords, plate armor, and repeating crossbows; and one thousand Divine Machine Battalions with thunderclap bombs and long-range crossbows.
In addition, Zhang Zan, the military governor of Liangzhou, and other senior military officials from the military governor's office were also present at the meeting.
Just as the governor Li She was leading the Northern Di army into Liangzhou and besieging Pei Lun at Heidu Mountain and Tang Yanhai at Ganzhou City, Zhang Zan preemptively struck and arrested him and his confidants.
Those currently participating in the meeting are all staunch supporters of the Hedong Dayin regime and the Xiaojin king.
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