Chapter 319 Order
Upon hearing this, Qu Wenmin couldn't help but sneer in his heart.
It seems that this person is probably some so-called hero in the martial arts world. He is arrogant and has the unique problems of martial arts people. He likes to be loyal and righteous and keep his promises.
Just for a promise he made to the officer who was escorting the exiled prisoners, he actually wanted to challenge his 20,000 elite soldiers alone... No, they should also include the 60,000 elite soldiers under the command of other generals guarding the border who he had secretly contacted and gathered these days, a total of 80,000 elite soldiers.
It's like an ant trying to shake a tree. It's overestimating one's own abilities!
However, Qu Wenmin didn't say much, just nodded and said, "If you still have the same idea at that time, this general will not stop you."
Although this person is a bit pedantic, he is skilled in martial arts and values trust and loyalty. It would be best if he could be recruited for personal use.
If not, then just kill him.
Xiao Yunshuo's matter was temporarily settled, and Qu Wenmin did not waste any more time. He had his men tie up the surrounded Beirong soldiers and jackals, and gather them together, leaving some men to watch over them.
The others followed him, taking Qin Mengyue, Chen Fenghe, the Ninth Prince, Xiao Yunshuo, Yuan Xun, and of course Prince Zhao, and headed towards the valley.
In order to prevent being seen through, Chen Fenghe had whispered to Qin Mengyue to remind her to try not to look at Xiao Yunshuo, so as to avoid being discovered.
Qin Mengyue also knew the interests involved, so she naturally nodded in agreement.
The group soon arrived at the outskirts of the valley, only to find that the valley was surrounded by Northern Rong soldiers on all sides. At the gate of the valley, there were at least a hundred people banging on the gate with logs. In addition, other Northern Rong soldiers went around to the ridges on both sides of the valley, bent their bows, and aimed the arrows at the people in the valley. As long as the order was given, countless people in the valley would be killed or injured!
Seeing this situation, Qu Wenmin couldn't help but look cold.
Xiao Yunshuo also pursed his lips tightly, his eyes full of murderous intent.
Although the Yanshan Mountains stretch across the two countries of Beirong and Dayu, this place is still within the territory of Dayu. How could so many Beirong soldiers sneak in without anyone noticing? Are the Dayu soldiers guarding the pass just there to eat and do nothing?
However, Xiao Yunshuo glanced at Qu Wenmin coldly.
With people like Qu Wenmin selling out their country for personal gain, this kind of thing is bound to happen sooner or later!
Qu Wenmin's men were a little anxious: "General, with so many people, I'm afraid the people we brought with us don't have much chance of winning..."
Another man suddenly drew his sword and placed it against Prince Zhao's neck, angrily saying, "It all comes down to the Northern Rong people not keeping their promise. We've provided for them for so many years, yet they still attack us from behind! General, let me kill this treacherous bastard immediately!"
Qu Wenmin scolded, "Shut up! Put away your sword!"
"Yes, Fourth Brother, you're being impulsive again! Instead of killing Prince Zhao, it's better to make the best use of him!"
The one being called the Fourth was confused: "What do you mean?"
Prince Zhao, standing by, chimed in, "He meant to use me as a hostage to force the Northern Rong soldiers besieging the valley to surrender."
Chen Fenghe glanced at Prince Zhao quietly.
Logically speaking, this man should have been worried and annoyed after being captured and imprisoned, but he seemed to be calm and nonchalant.
However, Chen Fenghe could understand it to some extent.
After all, even if he was captured, according to Qu Wenmin's plan, he would not dare to hurt the prince of Beirong.
Otherwise, if the Northern Rong were to be angered and sent troops south, Qu Wenmin would be attacked from both sides. He certainly didn't want to end up in such a situation.
When the fourth brother heard this, he was stunned for a moment before he reacted: "Hey! Don't say that! Don't say that! General, this is indeed a good idea!"
Qu Wenmin glared at him, then turned to look at Prince Zhao. "Your Highness, I have absolutely no intention of offending you or the Northern Rong. However, this batch of gunpowder and firearms is extremely important to me and must not be lost! If Your Highness is willing to step in and order the Northern Rong soldiers to withdraw, I will reward you handsomely once I succeed!"
Prince Zhao heard this and said, "Since General Qu said so, I have no choice but to go out and try to persuade him."
Qu Wenmin and the others were all stunned.
This...are you agreeing to it just like that?
Chen Fenghe also looked at Prince Zhao in surprise, not knowing what Prince Zhao's intentions were.
Prince Zhao indeed walked out leisurely.
Seeing this, the fourth brother immediately followed and shouted, "Stop! I have Prince Zhao of the Northern Rong in my hands. Why don't you quickly lay down your weapons and surrender? Otherwise... I will kill him immediately!"
Upon hearing this, the Beirong people surrounding the valley all looked over here. Naturally, they recognized Prince Zhao at the first moment and couldn't help but look at each other in surprise.
Seeing this, the leaders of the Northern Rong soldiers were furious. They knelt on one knee before Prince Zhao and asked in Northern Rong dialect, "Your Highness, Prince Zhao, what...what is going on?"
The smile on Prince Zhao's lips remained, and his tone was as calm and composed as before, as he spoke something in the Northern Rong dialect.
But before he could finish his sentence, Xiao Yunshuo whispered, "Oh no! He's giving the order for the Northern Rong soldiers to attack!"
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