On the other side.
Yu Lianzhou and Yin Liting of Wudang, along with other members of various factions who participated in the night raid, have returned to Tongfu Inn.
Like the Ming Cult members, the disciples from various factions who remained behind all gathered together to prevent another sneak attack.
Upon seeing Yu Lianzhou and the others return, everyone crowded around them.
"Yu Erxia, you're back!"
"How did it go? Did you succeed?"
"..."
As they approached, everyone asked questions, showing great concern for the outcome of the night raid.
Yu Lianzhou smiled slightly and, without keeping anyone in suspense, announced the results of the night raid.
Upon learning of the great success of the sneak attack, people from Wudang and other factions cheered and applauded.
"Ha ha!"
"Very good!"
"Now it's the Yuan people's turn to have a headache."
"We really owe this all to Leader Wang!"
"Heroes emerge from among the young; Leader Wang is truly both brave and resourceful."
"..."
Everyone was thrilled.
"Second brother, sixth brother, you've worked hard!"
At this moment, Song Yuanqiao also stepped forward and said excitedly.
Yu Lianzhou and Yin Liting nodded in acknowledgment.
Seeing this, Song Qingshu felt very uncomfortable, and clenched his hands tightly.
When they first met, Wang Yang taught Ding Minjun of the Emei Sect a lesson.
He tried to show off, but was humiliated and defeated by Wang Yang in public with three chopsticks.
This incident remained a thorn in Song Qingshu's side, and he harbored resentment towards Wang Yang.
Now, Wang Yang has become the leader of the martial arts alliance and has led a group of martial arts practitioners in a successful night raid on the enemy camp.
Just thinking about it made Song Qingshu feel very unbalanced.
After all, he and Wang Yang are about the same age.
But Wang Yang's achievements naturally aroused his jealousy.
Meanwhile, upstairs at Laifu Inn.
All the disciples of the Emei Sect gathered in Abbess Miejue's room.
The commotion outside naturally attracted their attention.
Zhou Zhiruo listened out the window and learned that Wang Yang and his men had successfully returned from their sneak attack, which put her at ease.
Then, she got up and went to Extinction, saying:
"Master, it is the people from the various factions of King Wu who participated in the raid on the enemy camp who have returned."
"It seems they succeeded."
Upon hearing Zhou Zhiruo's words, Miejue narrowed her eyes slightly, her expression turning quite unpleasant.
Although it is a cause for celebration that the various masters successfully raided the enemy camp at night.
But the thought that Wang Yang was behind this made her unable to feel happy at all.
Previously, Wang Yang had severely injured her in the street and taken away her Heaven-Slaying Sword.
This is nothing short of a disgrace to the Emei Sect. Since its founding, the Emei Sect has never suffered such humiliation.
"snort!"
As she pondered this, Miejue couldn't help but let out a cold snort.
"It's just good luck!"
"The Yuan Dynasty's top experts are all hiding in Xiangyang City. If they launch a surprise attack at this time, their chances of success are naturally very high!"
...
The next day, at the Guo residence.
In the backyard, in a secluded little courtyard.
"Jing-ge, how are you feeling?"
Huang Rong looked at Guo Jing with concern.
Guo Jing smiled slightly and said:
"Don't worry, Rong'er! I'm much better now! With a little more rest, I'll be fully recovered!"
Hearing this, Huang Rong felt relieved.
Just then, hurried footsteps came from outside.
Hearing the noise, Huang Rong and Guo Jing both looked in the direction of the sound.
Upon closer inspection, they saw Lu Youjiao, an elder of the Beggars' Sect, hurrying over.
"Elder Lu, has the Yuan army started attacking the city again?"
Seeing Lu Youjiao's hurried demeanor, Guo Jing frowned and asked anxiously.
Lu Youjiao stepped forward, smiled slightly, and replied:
"Master Guo, Chief Huang!"
"The Yuan army has retreated!"
Upon hearing this, Guo Jing and Huang Rong were greatly shocked, their faces filled with disbelief.
"This? They've retreated?"
How could that be?
Guo Jing looked completely bewildered, having no idea what was going on, and even Huang Rong couldn't help but frown.
Seeing this, Lu Youjiao quickly explained:
"Chief Huang, last night Chief Wang led a raid on the Yuan army camp and achieved great success!"
"Seeing that it was getting late, I did not send anyone to deliver the message."
"Before dawn today, the Yuan army began to break camp and withdraw."
"Afterwards, I sent people to investigate, and they found the Yuan army camp in complete disarray, clearly having suffered heavy losses."
After hearing what Lu Youjiao said, Guo Jing was very excited, and his face turned red with excitement.
"Hahaha!"
Suddenly, Guo Jing burst into laughter and couldn't help but exclaim in admiration:
"Great! That's wonderful!"
"Alliance Leader Wang truly lives up to his reputation as a young hero!"
"Now that the Yuan army has retreated, Xiangyang City can be considered to have been defended for the time being."
As he spoke, Guo Jing suddenly looked at Huang Rong and said again:
"Rong'er, I am injured, so please take some time to thank Alliance Leader Wang on my behalf!"
"ah?"
Upon hearing Guo Jing's words, Huang Rong was immediately shocked and appeared extremely flustered.
"Um?"
Seeing Huang Rong's expression, both Guo Jing and Lu Youjiao were taken aback.
Guo Jing, in particular, looked completely bewildered, wondering if he had said anything at all.
Why would Huang Rong do this, when all he wanted was for her to thank Wang Yang on his behalf?
Of course, what Guo Jing didn't know was that Huang Rong subconsciously thought of this after hearing what Guo Jing said.
If I were to thank Wang Yang on Guo Jing's behalf, I might have to spend time alone with Wang Yang.
She couldn't guarantee what would happen then.
After all, when Wang Yang came to the Guo residence for a free meal, he dared to stick close to her in the kitchen.
If the two of them were alone...
Huang Rong dared not think any further, feeling both ashamed and angry, a blush rising on her face.
"Rong'er? Are you...are you alright?"
Seeing that Huang Rong was behaving strangely, Guo Jing quickly asked her what was wrong.
Upon hearing this, Huang Rong realized that she had lost her composure.
Then, she quickly recovered and pursed her lips, explaining.
"Brother Jing! I...I'm fine."
"I was just thinking, if I were to thank Alliance Leader Wang on your behalf, wouldn't that seem a bit disrespectful?"
"Besides, there were other martial arts figures involved in last night's raid on the enemy camp."
"If we just thank Leader Wang, it will inevitably make people think that we are being biased."
After hearing Huang Rong's explanation, Guo Jing nodded, finding that there was some truth to it.
After a slight pause, he quickly pressed on with the question:
"Rong'er, what do you think we should do?"
"The retreat of the Yuan army this time is largely thanks to Alliance Leader Wang and his men!"
Huang Rong had calmed down and smiled, saying:
"Brother Jing, why don't we hold a banquet at the Guo residence and invite people from all the major sects?"
"This can also be seen as a reward for their hard work and efforts for Xiangyang City."
Upon hearing this, Guo Jing nodded repeatedly in agreement, saying, "Rong'er, you're so clever. Then I'll leave the banquet arrangements to you!"
Huang Rong smiled slightly and said, "Don't worry, Brother Jing, I will arrange everything. You just need to focus on recovering!"
Huang Rong then left without lingering, taking Lu Youjiao with her.
Next, everyone in the Guo household began to busy themselves, cooking lamb and slaughtering cattle in preparation for the banquet.
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