Chapter 1051 They're coming for them!
Accompanied by Mu Xian's screams, Yuwen Ye rode his horse and charged down the hillside with lightning speed, like an arrow released from a bow. Shen Tu Tai and the others had not experienced what had happened a few days ago and were still somewhat dazed. But when they heard Mu Xian's painful cries, they immediately understood.
Shen Tu Tai shouted, "Your Highness!"
At the same time, he spurred his horse and followed.
Shan Tong'er, Nie Chong, and the others dared not slack off and spurred their horses to follow closely behind. Shan Tong'er even "thoughtfully" turned back to Mu Xian, who was so angry that his eyes were turning black, and shouted, "Brother Mu Xian, hurry up and catch up!"
Hearing the child's clear voice, Mu Xian could only swallow his anger and grievances, grit his teeth, and spur his horse to follow.
The group of people galloped swiftly across the land.
About half an hour later, they approached the majestic Hulao Pass once more. This time, however, Yuwen Ye stopped further away than he had three days earlier, almost a hundred feet from the city gate. They could even see the banners fluttering in the wind on the city walls. Although he had just experienced a fright, it didn't mean Mu Xian could calmly accept what was about to happen. He gripped the reins tightly, his palms sweating, and subconsciously lowered his voice, saying, "Your Highness, we're too close!"
Upon hearing his words, Yuwen Ye readily agreed and did not continue forward, but instead stood at the very front of the group.
The air was thick with the fishy and earthy smells emanating from the turbid Yellow River, its two odors mingling together in a heavy, unpleasant tang. Coupled with the roar of the waves, which sounded like a tiger's howl, all of this gave one a sense of unease.
It seems like something is about to happen.
Seeing Yuwen Ye calmly gazing ahead, Mu Xian's heart began to pound with unease at his tranquil back. He emphasized, "Your Highness, you're too close!"
Yuwen Ye's shoulder twitched slightly, as if he was about to turn around and look at him, but at that moment, Nie Chong, who was behind him, suddenly spurred his horse forward and took two steps.
Compared to the impulsive and restless Shan Tong'er and the talkative Mu Xian, Nie Chong was probably the most obedient one by Yuwen Ye's side. He rarely spoke or did anything on his own initiative, but he always did a good job of whatever was assigned to him. But at this moment, he suddenly stepped forward and turned his head to the side, obviously listening to something.
But with the wind howling and the Yellow River surging, what could he possibly hear, no matter how sharp his ears were?
Everyone instinctively looked at him.
After a brief silence, Nie Chong suddenly turned to Yuwen Ye and said, "Your Highness, they're coming out to arrest you!"
"oh?"
Upon hearing this, Yuwen Ye showed no alarm, only a glint of light flashed in his cold eyes.
He said calmly, "Really?"
Nie Chong lowered his voice and said, "They seem to be guessing whether the person who came is indeed the King of Qin, but—"
Just then, the wind suddenly picked up some noise and vibration, and everyone subconsciously looked up. Sure enough, they saw that the gate of Hulao Pass had opened quickly and a cavalryman ran out.
Oh no!
Upon seeing this scene, Mu Xian's heart sank.
Not long after returning to the camp that day, Yuwen Ye told him how to deal with the cautious and prudent Shan Shiyu. Since Hulao Pass was easy to defend and difficult to attack, and they had come from afar, they needed to win quickly. They had to make the other side abandon his caution and prudence. There was only one condition to make the other side send out troops easily—to lure him with benefits.
And this advantage is to capture or kill His Highness the King of Qin of the Great Sheng Dynasty!
This great achievement, accomplished in one battle, could almost permanently resolve the war in which the Great Sheng Dynasty attacked the Eastern Capital. It was clear to everyone that the Great Sheng Dynasty had won almost no battles in the early stages of the war. It was only after Yuwen Ye arrived that they quickly captured most of the eight passes of Luoyang and dismantled Liang Shide's defenses around the Eastern Capital.
At this time, Yuwen Ye not only had military achievements, but also became a force for stabilizing the morale of the army.
Without him, morale would be low, and the army would be defeated without a fight.
Furthermore, if the Great Sheng Dynasty lost Yuwen Ye, it would have almost lost half of its military strength, and there is little doubt that Yuwen Yuan would never send troops out of Tongguan again.
Therefore, Yuwen Ye deliberately dropped his name tag during the "pursuit" three days ago, just to let the enemy know that their enemy, the dignified commander Yuwen Ye, had escaped from their blades while they hesitated.
These past few days, not only has Yuwen Ye been unable to eat or sleep due to the safety of Princess Qin, but Mu Xian is almost certain that the people in Hulao Pass, especially Shan Shiyu and his generals, will also be filled with regret for losing such a good opportunity.
In this situation, they will never give up easily when the opportunity presents itself again!
And that was indeed the case at the moment. As soon as the cavalry left the city, they quickly spread out their formation. Three days ago, their dozen or so men were already a huge disparity against the enemy's two or three hundred men. This time, the dark mass of cavalry was like a huge dark cloud looming over them, with at least a thousand men!
Moreover, the other side did not hesitate at all, unlike three days ago when they were testing the waters by sending out troops. As soon as they left the city, they spurred their horses and galloped towards them like arrows released from a bow!
They came specifically for them!
Mu Xian's eyes reddened, regretting his naivety. Yuwen Ye had promised him he wouldn't take risks again, and he had actually believed him. Besides, even if he wanted to use "King Qin" to lure the enemy, he didn't need to actually send him. He could just send a soldier of similar build, or even Mu Xian himself, to pretend to be a general in front of Hulao Pass, and Shan Shiyu and the others would still fall for it.
Who knew that Yuwen Ye would personally take the field!
Who would have thought that His Highness the King of Qin would speak such nonsense and go back on his word right in front of them? Now, with the army right in front of them, they are once again in grave danger!
Large beads of sweat rolled down Mu Xian's forehead, but there was no time to complain. He didn't even have time to say anything to Yuwen Ye. He just shouted to Shen Tu Tai and the others, "Quickly, quickly protect His Highness Prince Qin!"
Shen Tu Tai's brows furrowed as well.
But he didn't act immediately because Yuwen Ye hadn't spoken yet.
He spoke, addressing Nie Chong: "Who is leading the troops?"
Nie Chong narrowed his eyes slightly. At this moment, the wind was filled with the chaotic sounds of people and horses, and with the Yellow River surging beside them, they had to strain their ears to hear even their own conversations. But Nie Chong listened for only a moment and immediately said, "Their garrison commander has personally led the troops!"
"...!"
Upon hearing this, Yuwen Ye's eyes immediately lit up!
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