Chapter 215
Chapter 215
Shui Ling and Long Ying were celebrating happily, but the atmosphere on Fate's side was not so good.
"We clearly have the advantage. If we're given a little more time, we'll be able to capture Shui Ling. Why is the king calling us back now?"
After receiving King Fit's order, Qiao Lingqi was in disbelief at first, and then angrily smashed everything in the tent.
Qiao Linqi was really unwilling to give up. He had spent so much time at the Shuiling border, losing and winning, and finally regained the upper hand.
If he were given another half a month, or even ten days, he would be able to recapture the cities he had lost before, and even capture more cities.
But at this moment, King Fit called them back, how could he be willing to do this?
Qiao Linqi is unwilling to accept it, but will Qu Yang be willing to accept it too?
Although Qu Yang arrived later than Qiao Linqi, he also put a lot of effort into this battle.
Just when there was good news, it was temporarily stopped.
However, Qu Yang was more rational than Qiao Linqi. He closed his eyes to hide all his resentment, and when he opened his eyes again, he became his wise self again.
"Ou Ya's fighting power is much stronger than we imagined. No one could have imagined Shui Ling would be so generous. We need Ou Ya's help. We have already lost several cities along the border. If this continues, we will lose half of our territory. If that happens, what good will it be for us to capture a few cities here?"
“Damn it!!!”
Qiao Lingqi was angry at first, then became powerless, and finally ordered his men to evacuate the camp unwillingly.
Except for leaving more than 10,000 troops to guard the city, Qiao Linqi took away all the remaining soldiers.
Just as Qu Yang said, if one's own territory is lost, then what's the point of taking more cities from other kingdoms.
Before leaving, Qiao Linqi took a deep look at this town which originally belonged to Shui Ling and now belonged to Fate.
I thought they would come back again. After they defeated Ou Ya, they would come back and attack Shui Ling again using this town as a starting point.
As for whether this town would be taken back by Shui Ling after they left, Qiao Linqi was not very worried.
First of all, this town is easy to defend but difficult to attack, and it took them a lot of effort to capture it.
Secondly, in addition to leaving behind more than 10,000 soldiers, Qiao Linqi also left behind a large number of magicians, all of whom had learned secret techniques.
If Shui Ling's forces truly arrived, the remaining 10,000-plus soldiers would be transformed into violent warriors under the magician's secret technique. With just over 10,000 soldiers, they would be equivalent to a force of 50,000 or 60,000, and holding the town would be no problem.
Finally, there are still many Shuiling people in this town. If all else fails, we can take them as hostages. Although it is a bit despicable, it can force back Shuiling's army.
Mao Yunyuan had no idea what Qiao Linqi was thinking. After confirming that Fate's army had retreated, he actually thought about taking back Juyuan City.
However, as soon as Mao Yunyuan's proposal was made, it was rejected by Mao Yunkai.
"Brother???"
Mao Yunyuan didn't understand why Mao Yunkai refused. The troops left behind by Fate were insufficient. With their current strength and familiarity with Juyuan City, wouldn't it be easy to take back Juyuan City?
"Qiao Linqi left behind not only 10,000 soldiers but also quite a few magicians. Furthermore, there are still tens of thousands of Shuiling civilians in Juyuan City."
Mao Yunkai looked at Mao Yunyuan meaningfully and said.
Mao Yunyuan was not really a fool. As soon as he heard what Mao Yunkai said, he understood what he meant, and the anger in his heart instantly reached its peak.
"Despicable! Shameless!"
As for those violent soldiers, they can now say that they have found a solution.
Although Longying only came to provide support, he had no obligation to help them retake the city after Fate retreated.
But if they really want to, it will only cost them something.
Therefore, Mao Yunkai never took the more than 10,000 soldiers and many magicians seriously. What he was really wary of were the tens of thousands of Shuiling people.
It was already the fault of these generals to abandon them before. If they lost their lives because of them, they would be truly to blame.
Out of consideration for the innocent civilians, the plan to retake Juyuan City had to be put on hold.
After Fate withdrew his troops, Xuanyuan Xingyao also prepared to take Longying's army back to the empire.
They came here this time just to guard Shuiling. Now that Shuiling has been guarded, there is no need for them to stay in Shuiling any longer.
As for what Fate should do, that is not something that a prince like Xuanyuan Xingyao can decide.
Now that we have a complete set of formations and a way to double the combat power of Warcraft, it depends on Xuanyuan Hongtai whether to take advantage of the opportunity to capture Fate.
"Thank you, Long Ying, for your help this time. Otherwise, Shui Ling might have been lost long ago."
On the day when the Longying army retreated, Mao Yunkai and Mao Yunyuan brought all the deputy generals to personally see Xuanyuan Xingyao and others off.
Mao Yunkai is also sincerely grateful to the Dragon Shadow Empire.
Although Shui Ling paid some price for asking the Dragon Shadow Empire for help, the Dragon Shadow Empire also helped Shui Ling a lot.
There are always few people who help others in times of need. Mao Yunkai and Shui Ling's generals will always remember Long Ying's friendship.
"We are just the icing on the cake. I believe that even without us, you can defend your land with your will."
Although Xuanyuan Xingyao doesn't like to talk much, it doesn't mean that he can't say these polite words.
Even though they knew Xuanyuan Xingyao was deliberately praising them, his words still made Mao Yunkai and Mao Yunyuan couldn't help but smile.
After accompanying you for a thousand miles, we must eventually say goodbye. After Mao Yunkai and his men had accompanied Long Ying's army for about ten miles, they stopped and watched them leave.
When they came, because the battle in Shuiling was urgent, Xuanyuan Xingyao and his soldiers had to rush all the way.
But the return journey was much easier. Instead of traveling day and night, everyone left enough time for the soldiers to rest.
Before returning, Xuanyuan Xingyao had already sent someone to pass the message back.
Therefore, when Xuanyuan Xingyao returned to the imperial capital with his army, Xuanyuan Leng was already waiting at the gate of the imperial capital with his ministers.
“Big Brother!”
Xuanyuan Xingyao saw Xuanyuan Leng's figure from afar. When he was about to reach Xuanyuan Leng, he jumped off his horse and walked up to Xuanyuan Leng and bowed.
Xuanyuan Leng excitedly looked at his younger brother whom he hadn't seen for half a year. Before Xuanyuan Xingyao could completely kneel down, Xuanyuan Leng supported him.
"There's no need for such a big gift between us brothers. Get up, get up."
"Your Highness!"
Nangong Jing followed Xuanyuan Xingyao a step slower, and after the two brothers exchanged greetings, he also stepped forward to greet Xuanyuan Leng.
"Xiao Jing, you've worked hard during this period."
Compared to Xuanyuan Hongtai and Ning You's awkwardness, Xuanyuan Leng can be said to be the one who accepted it the best. After confirming Xuanyuan Xingyao's feelings, he treated Nangong Jing as his other younger brother.
"It's Ayao who's been working hard. He's been protecting me all the time, so why would I say it's hard?"
Nangong Jing's watery eyes were so affectionate when he looked at Xuanyuan Xingyao.
Xuanyuan Xingyao looked back at Nangong Jing. Although there was no expression on his face, Xuanyuan Leng could see his joy and love.
A smile flashed across his eyes. It was great that the two younger brothers still had such a good relationship.
"You've all worked hard. The Empire sees and remembers all the hard work you've put in for the Empire."
Xuanyuan Leng first said something to the two of them, then his expression changed, and he spoke loudly and seriously to the army behind Xuanyuan Xingyao.
Xuanyuan Leng's words made not only the ordinary soldiers but also the generals feel their blood boiling.
As citizens of the Dragon Shadow Empire, isn't it the greatest recognition of them that the Dragon Shadow Empire remembers everything they have given?
"The Emperor has prepared a banquet in the palace to welcome you all. Please come inside. Although the soldiers cannot enter the palace due to the size of the palace, I have already arranged for fine wine and delicious food in the barracks. Please enjoy the feast when you return. There are no rules today, so even if you get drunk, it's fine."
Xuanyuan Leng had to be said to be very good at speaking. Once he said this, the soldiers would not think that they could not enter the palace because of their low status. It could be said that he gave them a lot of face.
Xuanyuan Leng did not ignore them either. He not only had good wine and food prepared in the military camp, but also allowed them to eat and drink as much as they wanted.
You have to know that the rules in the military camp are very strict. Not to mention getting drunk, you can't even drink alcohol casually. If you are caught, you will be dealt with by military law.
"Thank you, Your Majesty, for your grace, and thank you, Your Highness, for your kindness."
Led by the generals, the soldiers knelt on one knee and expressed their gratitude loudly.
Xuanyuan Leng asked the accompanying Minister of War to settle the soldiers, and then he took Xuanyuan Xingyao, Nangong Jing and other generals to the palace for a banquet.
However, although he entered the palace to attend the banquet, he did not attend the banquet immediately.
After all, everyone has been traveling all the way, and it is inevitable that there will be some dust on their bodies. Eating like this is a bit dirty and very indecent.
Therefore, after entering the palace to meet Xuanyuan Hongtai, the group went back to their homes to wash up, change into new clothes, and then returned to the palace for the banquet.
Xuanyuan Xingyao and Nangong Jing still had some clothes left in the palace, so they didn't bother leaving the palace and went straight to wash up in Xuanyuan Xingyao's palace.
Nangong Jing also knew about Xuanyuan Hongtai and Ning You, and at this time he wanted to talk to Xuanyuan Xingyao alone, so he did not agree to Xuanyuan Xingyao's suggestion to meet Xuanyuan Hongtai and Ning You together, but chose to meet Han Yan.
Although Xuanyuan Xingyao was a little unhappy, he knew that Nangong Jing's choice was right, and he also knew how much Nangong Jing missed Han Yan during his absence for more than half a year.
"I'll pick you up from the master's place later."
Xuanyuan Xingyao couldn't send Nangong Jing to see Han Yan because he had to meet Xuanyuan Hongtai and his wife, but not having time to send him didn't mean he didn't have time to pick him up.
"good."
Nangong Jing would never disagree with Xuanyuan Xingyao on these little matters.
Han Yan had obviously received the news a long time ago. When he saw Nangong Jing appear, there was no trace of surprise on his face. He just pretended to be dissatisfied and said.
"You still remember me, your master. I thought you had forgotten me a long time ago."
Obviously, Han Yan was very unhappy that Nangong Jing, a summoner, followed the army to the battlefield.
Nangong Jing also knew why Han Yan was unhappy, and he knew that he was not really angry, so he was not afraid. He smiled and came to Han Yan's side and acted coquettishly.
Looking at Nangong Jing's admiring eyes and his sweet mouth, Han Yan couldn't hold it back anymore. He had never been able to do anything for his only precious apprentice. Author's words: Thank you Bole 9492239 (9492239) for your support. Kisses! For more exciting content, please leave me a message on Liancheng Reading.
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