Chapter 3517 It’s still early before dawn
In the same dark night, although Doubei Town was not disturbed at all, the people were still in panic.
The mobilization of 20,000 people is not a trivial matter for them.
Chen Wenxiong had just walked out of the room where Li Wuyou's body was placed. His body was already covered with coldness, but the summer night was still a little hot, which made him shiver again. He hurried back to Chen Biri's room.
A candlelight shone on Chen Biri's face, making him look even paler and thinner.
Chen Wenxiong said, "Uncle."
Chen Bi Ri glanced at him and asked, "How's it going over there?"
Chen Wenxiong said, "There's no problem with the body for now. However, the weather has been getting hot lately, and we've consumed too much ice. If we continue to transport ice to the mansion like this, it might attract Xiahou Jiu's attention."
Chen Biri thought about it, and a layer of gloom gradually appeared in his eyes.
He said, "Of course he can't know."
“…”
"That's all these days."
Chen Wenxiong naturally understood what he meant, and didn't say much. He just walked in and rubbed his hands. Seeing him like this, Chen Bi Ri said, "Go get something hot to eat, don't catch a cold. You absolutely can't fall down at this time."
Chen Wenxiong said, "Thank you, uncle."
He knew clearly what it meant for Chen Bi Ri to keep him by his side at such a critical moment and send Chen Wenxiao to lead the army, so he absolutely could not let himself fall. However, everything at hand still depended on this uncle.
So he said, "Uncle, you should also go to bed early."
Chen Biri shook his head.
Chen Wenxiong asked, "Uncle, are you worried about my elder brother? Don't worry, uncle. As soon as my elder brother wins or loses, I will inform you immediately."
Chen Biri shook his head and looked up at the dark and heavy night outside the window, which was almost pressing down on their heads.
Then he said, "I'm not worried about him. Even if he can't take Yongzhou City this time, it won't affect his own safety. I just think—"
"What do you think?"
"Something big seems to be happening tonight."
Chen Wenxiong laughed in silence. After all, so many troops were dispatched tonight. In addition to raiding the Yan State camp, they also had to raid Yongzhou City. Regardless of victory or defeat, this was of course a big deal. How could he say that "something big seemed to have happened"?
But he couldn't argue with his uncle, so he just said, "If you're still not going to sleep, I'll go to the kitchen and ask them to make some soup. You're not fully recovered yet, so you can't stay up all night on an empty stomach."
Chen Bi Ri said, "Alright."
Chen Wenxiong was about to turn around and go out, but as soon as he opened the door, he saw his long-time attendant Du Xingyong bringing in two bowls of hot soup.
The soup had obviously just been taken off the fire and was still steaming. Its rich aroma instantly filled the entire room, making the two people, who had not eaten much all day due to nervousness and were a little hungry, immediately salivate.
However, Chen Bi Ri still asked, "Why are you here?"
Chen Wenxiong also said: "You didn't go to Yongzhou with your elder brother?"
Although Du Xingyong was born into the Chen family as a retainer, he had mainly worked alongside Chen Wenxiao over the years. Therefore, no matter big or small matters, he was almost always by Chen Wenxiao's side. However, they were a little surprised that he did not go with Chen Wenxiao tonight.
Du Xingyong said, "The eldest master said that we don't need to go with so many people tonight. Besides, Xiahou Jiu is mobilizing troops. If we send out all our men, he will have a hold on us."
After saying that, he placed two bowls of hot soup on the table.
Upon hearing this, Chen Bi Ri nodded slightly and said, "He is quite careful."
"More than that,"
Du Xingyong said, "The eldest son also said that you and the second son will be worried about the war ahead and won't be able to sleep tonight. The eldest son is worried about your health, so he asked people to prepare some medicinal food in advance. It will at least help you to nourish yourself. The same goes for the second son. In the future, there are still many important things waiting for you to do, so you must take care of yourself."
These words made the two of them feel a little embarrassed.
Anyone with a discerning eye could see that Chen Biri had chosen Chen Wenxiong as the person to shoulder the great responsibility in the future, so he let Chen Wenxiao lead the troops at such a critical moment. Unexpectedly, not only did he have no grudges, he was also so attentive and considerate to his uncle and second brother, which made the two of them seem a little mean-spirited.
Chen Bi Ri's face flushed, and he said, "He really is—"
Du Xingyong acted clueless and said with a forced smile, "My Lord, you should rest early after your work. It's important to take care of yourself."
After saying that, he turned and walked out.
Chen Wenxiong looked at the two bowls of steaming hot soup and couldn't help but frown. Brotherly concern was one thing, but future success, even soaring to the sky, was another. Although Chen Wenxiao's actions made him feel a little guilty, he would not act in a brotherly manner because of such guilt. After all, this was the future he was striving for.
What he fears most now is that Chen Bi Ri will be soft-hearted.
So he said: "Uncle, my elder brother——"
Before he finished speaking, Chen Bi Ri raised his hand and waved it gently, saying, "No need to say more."
If he waited until the end to make up for the important matter that had already been decided, it would not only be an ominous sign, but also a foolish move. He felt reluctant, but he had come this far and there was no room for regret.
He picked up the bowl of hot soup and drank it slowly.
Chen Wenxiong didn't dare to say anything more. He just took the soup and drank it in big gulps with complicated thoughts.
The night became a little darker at this moment.
It was already the hour of Yin, and there was no chaos outside as if the city gates had been breached. However, there was no news of the enemy retreating either. The people in the South Courtyard gradually became unable to hold on any longer. Some of them yawned and even curled up in the corner and fell asleep.
Only Nan Yan kept her bloodshot eyes wide open, looking at the distant sky.
It’s still early before dawn.
However, based on her understanding of the city's defenses after entering the city, the defenders in the north of the city have been able to hold out until now, and they have reached their limit. If no reinforcements come, I am afraid that no one will be able to survive this night.
Just then, there was a sudden noise outside.
Everyone was a little drowsy at first, but when they heard the noise, they immediately became nervous, fearing that the Yue people had already broken into the city and were coming to attack them.
Several people jumped up from the ground in fright.
"Who? Who is it?!"
Nan Yan frowned slightly and raised her head. The guards in the garden immediately reached out to hold the hilts of their swords and stared at the gate ahead.
The atmosphere suddenly became tense.
At this moment, under the dim light, a tall figure walked in from outside.
"Empress!"
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