This move is indeed risky, but the chances of success are extremely high.
"Feng Cheng has led his troops to support Duzhou. Xiecheng is now just an empty shell. Even if they noticed something was wrong, they can't spare any troops to come."
"Haha! That's right! Before we set out, the head of the Shui family already said that there's no need to linger in the battle! Ye Yunfeng is already dead, so we just need to go back and receive the title and reward!"
"Hmph, after all, this mess was caused by Shui Xingqiu himself. If it weren't for his negligence, how could Prince Su have died? Why would we risk our lives to fight this battle?"
"Hiss...be careful with your words. It's fine if you say this in front of us brothers, but don't mention it again. If that person finds out, it will be bad..."
"That's right! Those who were sent to lead the troops along the mountain roads to attract attention were assigned this mission because they previously disagreed with His Majesty's decision to send troops and offended Shui Xingqiu. It's already a blessing that we can return alive. Forget about anything else."
They all understood that those people were basically going to die.
So after this was said, everyone calmed down - compared to those people, not only could they go back alive, but they could also get a reward, which was really a big win.
One of them pointed forward and said with a smile, "Look everyone, twenty miles behind that mountain in front of you on the right is where Xicheng is! As soon as we pass this bend, we'll get off the boat and go back!"
This is a rather narrow mountain stream ferry, with undulating mountains on both sides and a winding river.
After passing this area, you will soon reach the territory of Nanhu.
By then, even if Feng Cheng and the others discovered something unusual, it would be too late to catch up.
As the mountains receded and the river became narrower, getting closer and closer to Nanhu, everyone became increasingly excited and expectant.
The leading general laughed heartily. "The scenery here is truly magnificent, and the breeze is refreshing! Come on! Bring some wine! I'll drink with you all!"
Soon, soldiers brought up two jars of wine.
Someone hesitated, "Sir, we haven't crossed the border yet, so we should be careful. We might as well wait until..."
"Hey! What are you afraid of!" The man opened the wine seal with one hand, "Could it be that they have the ability to see and hear from afar and set up an ambush here in advance--"
Whoosh—whoosh!
A long arrow, as fast as lightning, flew over in an instant!
Everyone only felt a shadow flash before their eyes, and the sharp weapon cut through the flesh, and a few drops of blood splattered!
Immediately afterwards, there was a muffled sound!
Bang--!
The general who was holding the wine jar in triumph just a moment ago suddenly had his eyes bulged out, blood gushing from his eyebrows, and he fell straight down!
The jar broke and the wine spilled everywhere.
Everyone was stunned.
"Enemy attack!"
The man standing aside, his body also stained with blood, finally came to his senses and suddenly cried out in panic!
Before everyone could react, black arrows fell from the sky like a torrential rain!
Swish, swish, swish——!
"Defend! Defend!"
"They are on the hill on the right! That arrow is—"
Tsk tsk!
Before he could finish his words, the arrows that followed had already pierced the chests of many soldiers on the deck.
At once, everyone fell to the ground.
Some fell directly into the water, and the river was soaked with blood.
But what caught them off guard the most was not these, but——
"Fire!"
Panic screams were heard, and suddenly, several flaming arrows fell on the hull, immediately igniting the wine that was flowing all over the ground.
By the time they reacted, the fire had already spread against the wind and covered most of the bow!
"Danger! Put out the fire!"
The soldiers in the rear were all panicked and anxious when they saw this - the ships behind them were all touching each other!
Once the lead ship catches fire, the consequences will be disastrous!
However, it was too late.
Because soon, rocks and heavy wood also rolled down from the top of the mountain, quickly blocking the bend in the mountain stream!
The ships were connected end to end, making it difficult to navigate. Now their way forward was directly blocked, and they could only be surrounded and beaten to death in this small mountain stream by the enemy!
They were in a dilemma and could only watch the fire burn more and more fiercely!
"We've been ambushed!"
The general ninja, his face covered in blood, felt great pain and looked up.
Hidden in the mountains and jungle, it is almost impossible to see.
Only one flag flutters in the wind.
The big word "Feng" on it is as bright as blood!
"Feng Cheng? No, impossible! He's clearly in Duzhou, how could he possibly overtake and set up an ambush here in advance?"
The screams and groans of pain continued, but they couldn't figure out how all this happened.
The only thing they knew was that after today's battle, they were all finished!
…
On the top of the mountain, many soldiers who had been waiting here day and night for a long time cheered together.
They had made sufficient preparations long ago, and they found ways to bring up bows and arrows, kerosene, and even catapults.
At this moment, all the previous efforts and forbearance were rewarded!
"My Lord, you are so wise! You said they would pass through here, and here they are!"
"This time they're really hitting us on the head! Haha! They're in the open and we're in the dark, they're below us and we're above us. Even though their numbers are several times ours, we can't fight back!"
"It's worth it that we've waited here for so long!"
"Hurry! Keep fighting! The fire has started!"
Many soldiers had camouflage on their heads and bodies, and each of them looked like a savage walking out of the mountains and forests, dirty and thin.
During the time they were waiting on the mountain, in order to conceal their whereabouts, they didn't even light a fire in the kitchen. When they were hungry, they just ate some dry food and managed to survive until now.
But at this moment they were all full of energy and their eyes were shining!
Surrounded by them was a young man.
He was wearing armor, his body was covered in grass and dirt, his eyebrows were sharp, and he had a hint of wildness.
But his lips were pale and cracked, and were slightly bleeding, and he looked like someone who had just recovered from a serious illness.
Looking at the chaotic scene below, he raised his eyebrows and smiled.
"What a shame! You spent so much money to kill me, but failed."
He held the sword tightly in his left hand and placed his right hand on his chest.
There, the black gold brocade bag was empty, but he still carried it with him. Just such a touch could bring him great courage.
He looked down with a cold and arrogant look.
"Since you're here, then... there's no need to leave!"
"Send them off properly!" (End of this chapter)
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