After several days of driving, Lu Yunxue looked extremely haggard.
Her white armor was now covered in mud, making it impossible to recognize her as the once-powerful and valiant heroine.
Her cheeks and long hair, which she had always been proud of, were now somewhat unsightly due to long periods of neglect.
Looking at the bustling Anping County in front of her, a hint of shock flashed in Lu Yunxue's eyes.
You should know that the entire Luzhou area is now a living hell.
Countless civilians starved to death and were killed by bandits, and she rushed here all the way.
Wherever it went, it left nothing but barren land, or at least desolate and uninhabited.
She herself was chased and killed by dozens of bandits, and it was only because her personal guards fought desperately that she survived.
It seems unlikely that Lu Yunxue will be able to reach Anping County at all.
However, looking at the bustling marketplace before her, she couldn't tell whether she was in war-torn Luzhou or the prosperous capital.
One of the guards was overjoyed at the sight.
"I didn't expect Anping County to be so lively. Now we can finally have a good meal and rest properly."
"That's right, I no longer have to worry about being chased and killed by bandits."
The guards' tense nerves immediately relaxed a lot.
Lu Yunxue breathed a sigh of relief and said confidently.
"Although we were careless in the last battle, it doesn't mean we lost. There will still be opportunities to make achievements in the future. Don't be upset, everyone. As long as you stay by my side, Lu Yunxue, I will definitely not let you down."
After saying that, Lu Yunxue flicked the reins and galloped off into Anping County.
At this moment, inside the Anping County government office,
Jia Xu and Mu Zi'an are planning their next move.
Jia Xu pointed to the defense map in front of him and said.
"Moreover, the city has 30,000 elite troops from the Trapped Camp, as well as more than 10,000 militiamen. The surrounding city walls have also been reinforced, making Anping County virtually impregnable. Even facing an army of 100,000 would not be a threat."
Zhang Han, who was standing to the side, chimed in.
“That’s right! Although these bandits are numerous and powerful, they lack large-scale siege equipment.”
“The surrounding trees have already been cut down by the laborers we sent out. If they want to build, they will have to go to a more distant place to collect wood, which will waste a lot of time going back and forth.”
Jia Xu nodded in agreement and continued.
"In this way, we will have ample time to set up defenses in the city, and the city has plenty of food and supplies, so we are not afraid of a protracted war."
"However, the rebels are not organized, and their supplies will be insufficient when they come rushing in. Moreover, their army is scattered in mountain strongholds and their morale is not united. They will not be able to exert their full strength in the siege."
"As long as we seize the opportunity, we can turn defense into offense and win the battle!"
Upon hearing this, all the generals in the room looked at Jia Xu with great admiration.
Jia Xu's strategic vision in controlling the situation far surpassed theirs.
Mu Zian nodded, then looked at everyone and said.
"As long as we can quell the rebellion in Luzhou, the rewards for our merits will surely satisfy you all."
"Thank you, Duke Zhenguo!"
"Thank you, Duke Zhenguo!"
At this moment, everyone was bursting with fighting spirit, wishing they could fight these bandits right now.
Just then, a soldier strode into the hall.
"Reporting to the Duke of Zhenguo, there is a woman outside the gate requesting an audience."
"woman?"
Mu Zian was somewhat puzzled, and the soldier tentatively asked.
"She looks like a heroine."
Upon hearing this, everyone present wore somewhat strange expressions.
Zhang Han snorted coldly.
"How dare a defeated general come here! He is utterly shameless!"
Mu Zian didn't seem surprised by what he heard, and simply waved his hand and said.
"Can't you see I'm discussing important military and national affairs with you generals? No."
Upon hearing this, the soldiers immediately withdrew, while Lu Yunxue curiously looked around outside the door.
We await Mu Zi'an's warm hospitality.
However, reality gave him a cold shower.
"The Grand Master of State is discussing military affairs and has no time to see you. Please leave, Lady Heroine."
"What?!"
Lu Yunxue could hardly believe what she had just heard.
She had traveled a long and arduous journey to reach Ping'an County, but now Mu Zi'an wouldn't even give her a second glance.
Suddenly, she felt wronged again and immediately shouted into the doorway.
"Mu Zi'an! You heartless man! If you don't come out to see me, I will never see you again in my life!"
However, all that responded to Lu Yunxue was the howling wind.
The guards around them looked at each other in bewilderment.
Lu Yunxue seemed to sense the awkward atmosphere and immediately spurred her horse to force her way in.
The soldiers of the Trapped Camp responsible for guarding Lu Yunxue immediately drew their long swords and pointed them at her coldly.
"This is a strategically important location. I urge you, Lady Hero, not to make a mistake!"
Their murderous intent was undisguised; if Lu Yunxue dared to barge in, they would surely kill her.
Lu Yunxue's originally haggard face was now replaced by anger.
"Have you all forgotten that I am also the commander of the Vanguard Camp? Are you trying to disobey your superior?"
Upon hearing this, the veteran soldier from the Trapped Camp at the door let out a cold laugh.
"Our elite elite unit has only one commander: the Duke of Zhenguo! This has always been true, it is true, and it will be true in the future!"
Sarcasm! Utter sarcasm!
Lu Yunxue felt like she was going crazy.
But she still dared not take a gamble when faced with these menacing veterans.
After all, this is Mu Zi'an's territory.
"Tell Mu Zi'an! I'm not done with him about this!"
After saying that, Lu Yunxue pulled on the reins and turned away dejectedly.
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