funbook-pk Chapter 123 Thanks
Chapter 123 Thanks
The Qin army temporarily retreated due to the fierce resistance of the general guarding the border city of Ling and his brave soldiers.
As night fell, all that remained on the battlefield were endless smoke and exhausted soldiers.
The general guarding the city of Ling Kingdom, clad in tattered armor, wore a victorious smile, yet it could not conceal his deep weariness and wounds.
He led the remaining three thousand soldiers slowly through the city gate, where they were greeted by the peace and hope that the people inside the city had long awaited.
Upon returning to the city, the general guarding the city first ordered people to arrange for the treatment of the wounded and the burial of the dead.
Subsequently, he specially ordered someone to invite Shanzi, Xiaolie, Afu, Shizi, and Chengpeng to the council hall in the city.
Inside the council chamber, the flickering candlelight illuminated the resolute faces of everyone present.
The general guarding the city stood up, his eyes filled with gratitude and respect.
"If it weren't for the timely arrival of these five heroes, the borders of my Ling Kingdom would have fallen, and countless people would have been plunged into misery. Please accept my bow."
After he finished speaking, he bowed deeply, and the five young men quickly stepped forward to help the general up, their hearts filled with excitement and pride.
Shanzi spoke first, his voice firm.
"General, you flatter us. The five of us only rushed here to provide support after hearing that the Qin army was attacking on the way."
As the saying goes, "How can we stand idly by when our country is in trouble? It is our honor to be able to do our part for our nation."
Xiao Lie gripped the sword tightly, his eyes gleaming.
"Yes, General, although we are not from the official family, our desire to protect the Ling Kingdom is no less than anyone else's."
Ah Fu smiled憨厚ly and patted his chest: "General, the martial arts skills that the five of us learned have finally come in handy today."
"As long as we can protect the Spirit Kingdom and its people, we are ready to go back to the battlefield at any time."
Shi Zi, on the other hand, appeared more composed: "General, the five of us are willing to remain in the army and serve the Ling Kingdom until the Qin army is completely defeated."
Cheng Peng laughed heartily and said generously, "That's right, the five of us will stand with Ling Kingdom and let those Qin traitors know how powerful the men of Ling Kingdom are."
Upon hearing this, the general guarding the city showed a hint of relief and emotion in his eyes.
He patted Shanzi on the shoulder and said earnestly, "Good, with you all here, how can our Ling Kingdom not win?"
From this day forward, the five of you will be honorary soldiers of my Ling Kingdom's border army, enjoying the same treatment as me.
"Once the war is over, I will personally petition King Ling to recommend you for credit."
The five men were deeply moved upon hearing this. Although they knew the Spirit King, there was no need for them to boast in front of the city's general.
The general guarding the city continued, "By the way, please introduce yourself."
This general is Li Zhiyi, the garrison commander of Nanming County on the border of Ling Kingdom. We still do not know the names of the five heroes.
"General Li, my name is Su Ziyi. You may call me Shanzi."
"My name is Su Ziyun. General, you may call me Xiao Lie."
"My name is Huang Zichao. General, you may call me Afu."
"My name is Su Ziyu. General, you may call me Shizi."
"My name is Cheng Peng."
After hearing the introductions of the five people, Li Zhiyi said "good, good, good" three times in a row.
As night falls, a bright moon hangs high in the sky.
Li Zhiyi also ordered people to set up a simple yet warm banquet in a relatively well-preserved courtyard in the city.
The table was laden with all sorts of delicacies collected from the city's residents.
Although it wasn't a lavish feast, each dish embodied the people's gratitude and respect for the heroes.
He and several deputy generals personally greeted Shanzi and his group of five and invited them to the seats of honor at the banquet.
Li Zhiyi smiled, her voice tinged with excitement.
"The five heroes deserve immense credit for today's battle. The borders of our Ling Kingdom were preserved thanks to your timely assistance."
In these difficult circumstances, I am unable to prepare a grand celebration banquet for you.
But please allow me to express my deepest respect and gratitude to you with this humble meal.
The five men, including Shanzi, were deeply moved upon hearing this.
They knew all too well that in this time of scarcity, every piece of food was hard-won.
The fact that the general thought of them at this time shows that this sentiment is more precious than any material reward.
"General, you flatter us. It is an honor for the five of us to serve our country here."
This battle is a victory for us all, and a victory for the people of Ling Kingdom.
Shanzi, representing the five men, expressed their gratitude to the general.
At the banquet, everyone sat around a table, eating and chatting in a warm and harmonious atmosphere.
Li Zhiyi and the generals told the five people about the history and glory of the Ling Kingdom, as well as how they defended their homeland and protected their people in adversity.
Bathed in moonlight and candlelight, this simple banquet was not only a reward for heroes, but also a meeting and exchange of hearts.
After a brief retreat yesterday, the Qin army did not give the border cities of Ling any chance to catch their breath.
That retreat was more like the calm before the storm, foreshadowing an even fiercer offensive to come.
The next day, just as the sky began to lighten and the first rays of dawn had not yet fully illuminated the earth.
The war drums of Qin resounded like thunder once again along the border, shaking every inch of the land.
It was as if nature itself was foreshadowing a new catastrophe about to befall us.
The drumbeats were a provocation to the soldiers of the Ling Kingdom, and also a testament to their desire for victory.
It inspired every Qin soldier, igniting a burning fighting spirit in their hearts.
This time, the Qin army was not only stronger, but also better prepared, with Qin General Sima Xin personally leading the troops into battle.
His arrival undoubtedly instilled great confidence in the Qin army.
Sima Xin, an unparalleled expert whose cultivation had reached the late stage of the Middle Yuan Realm, was enough to make any enemy tremble with fear.
General Li Zhiyi, who was defending the city, had long anticipated that the Qin army would not give up easily.
Therefore, before night had completely fallen, he had already arranged for his soldiers to increase patrols and be on high alert.
At the same time, he also began treating the wounded from yesterday, ensuring that every soldier was in top condition to fight.
However, even this experienced general couldn't help but feel a little worried when facing a formidable enemy like Sima Xin.
He knew this would be an unprecedentedly tough battle, and the fight was about to begin at the first light of dawn.
The Qin army surged in like a tidal wave, a dark mass that seemed poised to devour the entire border town.
The soldiers of Ling Kingdom fought desperately, knowing full well that if their defenses were breached, the consequences would be unimaginable.
However, faced with Sima Xin's overwhelming strength, the defense line began to falter, as if it would collapse at any moment.
Seeing this, Li Zhiyi was extremely anxious. He knew that with his current strength, he was simply no match for Sima Xin's offensive.
“This is Sima Xin, the Grand General of Qin,” Li Zhiyi said gravely, his face filled with worry.
"Sima Xin? The Great General? Is he very powerful?" Afu asked in a series of three questions with a puzzled look on his face.
Li Zhiyi sighed and nodded: "Yes, Sima Xin is highly skilled in martial arts and has the courage to fight against ten thousand men."
Upon hearing this, a look of seriousness flashed in the eyes of Shanzi, Xiaolie, Afu, and Shizi.
But they did not back down; instead, they became even more determined to protect this land.
Upon hearing the words of the city's garrison general, Afu, Shanzi, Xiaolie, and Shizi rushed out.
Their eyes were firm and resolute, and their internal energy was operating at its peak.
Surrounded by a faint spiritual light, they seemed like four celestial beings descending to earth, vowing to protect this land.
The four of them joined forces, their power multiplied, like an unstoppable torrent, and engaged in a fierce battle with Sima Xin.
"Sima Xin, although you are a general of Qin, today the four of us will show you the power of the Linglong Divine Skill!"
Shanzi roared and launched the first attack, his fist flying like a dragon, heading straight for Sima Xin.
Xiao Lie followed closely behind, his sword flashing like lightning. Each strike contained the power to shake mountains and rivers, attempting to tear a hole in Sima Xin's defense.
Afu then used his powerful internal energy to transform the surrounding rocks and sand into weapons, hurling them at Sima Xin in an attempt to disrupt his rhythm.
Shi Zi, on the other hand, was the most composed. He constantly observed the situation on the battlefield, searching for Sima Xin's weaknesses.
Once an opportunity arises, they will not hesitate to launch a fatal blow.
The four of them used the incomplete formation from the Linglong Divine Skill, cooperating perfectly and attacking and defending in an orderly manner, and for a time they were evenly matched with Sima Xin.
Although Sima Xin possessed profound cultivation, he had no choice but to go all out against the combined attack of these four.
Every move he makes contains boundless power.
However, the four members of Shanzi were not afraid at all. Relying on their exquisite skills and the advantages of their formation, they engaged in a fierce battle with Sima Xin.
However, as time went on, the four of them gradually showed signs of fatigue.
Their stamina was rapidly depleting, while Sima Xin still maintained his vigorous fighting ability.
Just then, Shanzi spoke up: "Form the formation."
Suddenly, the four of them seemed to be of one mind, and the power of their exquisite divine skills increased dramatically once again.
Four dazzling sword beams erupted from their direction, striking directly at Sima Xin.
Sima Xin was shocked to see this and quickly used all his strength to defend himself.
Even so, he was still forced back several steps by this powerful force.
An expression of disbelief appeared on his face. He had never imagined that he would be forced into such a sorry state by four enemies whose cultivation was far inferior to his own.
This battle not only tested the strength and will of Shanzi and his three companions, but also made them realize how powerful the power of unity is.
Sima Xin also experienced an unprecedented challenge and shock in this battle.
He knew that this war had only just begun, and even more difficult battles awaited them in the future.