The imperial army was positioned above the valley, while the enemy army was inside. This terrain gave the imperial army a significant advantage. Arrows rained down densely on the enemy troops in the valley.
Although Si Mingchen's army was on high alert, they couldn't help but panic under the sudden and fierce attack. Many soldiers were hit by arrows, and screams of pain rose and fell.
However, Si Mingchen's army was well-trained, and they quickly regained their footing and began an organized retreat.
Archers and shield bearers guarded the rear, holding off the imperial army's pursuit, while Si Mingchen led the other soldiers to retreat towards the valley's exit.
As long as they enter the Yongzhou Mountains, they will still have a chance to survive.
Upon seeing this, Si Mingye flew directly to the valley's exit on his sword and used his spiritual power to blast the cave at the exit. Now, if Si Mingchen's army wanted to escape, they would have to climb over the surrounding hillsides.
Unfortunately, even the heavens seemed to be on the side of the imperial army. They were located at the lowest point of the entire valley, surrounded by steep slopes, making it virtually impossible to climb up.
Si Mingchen's army was completely trapped.
They tried to climb the hillside, but the steep slope and soft soil made it difficult for them to move, not to mention the constant arrows from the imperial army.
Si Mingchen watched his army trapped in a desperate situation, his heart filled with anxiety. He knew that if they couldn't break through the encirclement quickly, his entire army would be wiped out.
At this moment, Si Mingye flew into the air and shouted loudly to Si Mingchen's army: "I am the Crown Prince of the Great Yan Kingdom! Lay down your weapons and surrender, and you will not be killed! Our imperial army treats prisoners of war well. As long as you surrender, we guarantee your safety!"
Si Mingchen's army, facing utter desperation, heard Si Mingye's words and began to waver. They knew that continuing to resist would only lead to their deaths, while surrender might offer a glimmer of hope.
"No surrender allowed! Anyone who dares to surrender will be killed..."
"Pfft!"
Before Si Mingchen could finish speaking, a long sword pierced through his chest, spraying a burst of bright red blood.
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