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The sky began to snow once again. They could no longer see the commotion at the other end of the suspension bridge and could only hear the sounds of bones breaking and blades snapping...
Subsequently, they heard footsteps on the bridge.
The footsteps were rapidly approaching, accompanied by a strong scent of blood and a killing intent!
Then, there was a loud thud!
Unexpectedly, the suspension bridge behind them was cut off!
Gu Jiao swiftly turned around.
The figure emanating the scent of blood and killing intent instantly enveloped her, gently pulling her into an embrace without letting his blood-stained arm touch her, "Didn't I tell you not to look back? You never listen."
His killing intent dissipated in that instant.
Gu Jiao rested her head against his chest and pointed behind her, "That's the back. I didn't look back."
The corner of Gu Changqing’s mouth curved up, unable to restrain a smile, "Forcing a point."
Gu Jiao sniffed and said, "You're injured."
Gu Changqing replied, "No, it's his blood."
"Is he dead?" Gu Jiao asked.
"Mm."
He wouldn’t let off anyone who bullied his sister.
The sky was filled with swirling snow pouring into the rock cave. The death warrior was impaled in the chest by a fractured massive ice pillar, while beside him, the Imperial Son-in-law was stabbed through the heart by a sharp sword. He twisted his head, looking towards the rock cave on the opposite side of the suspension bridge.
It wasn’t just Gu Jiao who didn’t look back.
Princess Ning'an never looked back even once either.
……
Princess Ning'an only saw half of the map, so the rest of the way they had to explore on their own.
They traversed countless caves in the mountains, reaching a point where even they weren't sure of their exact location.
Gu Changqing carried Gu Jiao on his back, with her red-tasseled spear hanging in front of him.
"I'm sick." Gu Jiao said, "It's the plague."
So you have to put me down.
Gu Jiao spoke in a physician's tone, sounding very serious.
However, in Gu Changqing's ears, it was that his younger sister had fallen seriously ill, and she felt very aggrieved.
"It's my fault." Gu Changqing sincerely apologized, "I didn't take care of you properly."
Gu Jiao: "..."
What was all this about?
Gu Jiao: "I don't want you to piggyback me."
Gu Changqing: "Then I'll carry you in my arms."
Gu Jiao: "I don't want that either."
Gu Changqing pondered earnestly then said, "How about… You ride on my shoulders?"
Gu Jiao: "…!!"
Gu Jiao wore a face mask and made Gu Changqing wear one too. Additionally, she gave Gu Changqing medicine for preventing and treating the plague. Of course, Princess Ning'an and Lian'er took the medicine as well.
The siblings walked at the forefront.
The other three already knew that Gu Changqing was the young master of the Gu Family Army and that Gu Jiao was his younger sister.
Throughout the journey, whenever there was something good, Gu Changqing would always give it to his sister, and if anything was to be carried, he would only carry his sister.
In his eyes, he was first and foremost the eldest brother of his sister and then Princess Ning'an's subordinate.
"How did you find this place?" Gu Jiao asked.
Gu Changqing casually replied, "I got information about the stronghold and secret passage from a former advisor of the previous dynasty."
He didn't want her to know how he had “asked” for the information.
He already knew why Gu Jiao went to kill Tian Lang. When he didn't find Gu Jiao in the woods that day, he returned to the Prefect's Mansion of Lingguan City to see if he could find any clues. As a result, he did learn a bit from an advisor of the Imperial Son-in-law who had been imprisoned.
As it turned out, the Imperial Son-in-law had purchased a formidable group of death warriors from the State of Yan, with the leader named Tian Lang, and the one killed earlier was likely the second in command.
The Imperial Son-in-law and Yi Wang brought plague victims to infect the Gu Family Army, while the Imperial Son-in-law alone procured Tian Lang from the State of Yan to deal with Gu Changqing.
They aimed to cripple Gu Changqing’s legs and let Gu Changqing lose everything, leaving him to live the rest of his life like neither a human nor a ghost.
Gu Jiao must have unintentionally discovered the Imperial Son-in-law's plan.
She did it all for him.
Thinking of this, Gu Changqing's heart ached deeply.
He had the best little sister in the world, and he was determined to be her best big brother.
"You're not being obedient!" Physician Gu scolded sternly, and then soon fell asleep on Gu Changqing's shoulder.
When Gu Changqing heard the even breathing on his back, a gentle, indulgent feeling shimmered in his eyes.
He lifted his cloak gently, covering her petite body.
No matter how much suffering she had endured, he would alleviate it bit by bit from now on.
The biting wind and snow flew wild, cutting like a knife on his face, yet none of it touched Gu Jiao’s body.
She peacefully entered the realm of dreams on his warm and broad back.
……
The remnants of the previous dynasty's power were completely disintegrating at this point.
The State of Chen's army in Beiyang City and Ye City still had a remaining force of 80,000 soldiers.
On the 27th day of the eleventh month, Gu Changqing led 60,000 troops from the Gu Family Army to attack Beiyang City. In a single night, they annihilated 20,000 enemies. Bo Qinwang was defeated, leading the remaining 20,000 State of Chen's army to abandon the city and flee, meeting with the 40,000 Rong Family Army in Ye City.
Three days later, Gu Changqing led 90,000 Gu Family troops to besiege Ye City.
Meanwhile, the 80,000 reinforcements from the State of Chen arrived.
Bo Qinwang was elated, planning to encircle the Gu Family army with the 80,000 reinforcements. Unexpectedly, the leader of the reinforcements was Yuan Tang.
Yuan Tang rode on a tall steed, gazing at Bo Qinwang and Rong Yao on the city wall, brandishing a bright yellow imperial decree. Succinctly, he declared, "I have come by the order of the Emperor to eliminate the rebellion. Surrenderers will be pardoned, traitors will be executed!"
There were nearly 100,000 soldiers from the Gu Family Army, and 80,000 soldiers from the State of Chen's imperial court. Bo Qinwang and Rong Yao had a combined force of 60,000 troops. It could be said that they were practically surrounded, facing enemies on all sides. Even if they pierced through the sky, it was impossible for them to win .
Not to mention the fact that Yuan Tang was holding an imperial decree, making his expedition widely known and officially sanctioned.
The morale of the 60,000 troops plummeted.
Yuan Tang looked at Rong Yao again and said with a submissive smile, "Uncle, my imperial father wants to capture Bo Qinwang. If you kill him, you may take the blame but you will also render meritorious service."
As if afraid that Rong Yao wouldn't believe him, he handed the imperial decree to a nearby soldier, instructing the soldier to deliver it into the city.
The decree indeed stated to execute the traitor Bo Qinwang.
Rong Yao held the decree, his eyes flashing.
Bo Qinwang's body trembled and he spoke up, "Rong Yao! Don't fall for the trap of this father and son pair! You've already turned against them. If you kill me, my elder brother won't spare you either!"
Rong Yao coldly replied, "The Emperor won't spare me when I return to the capital, but if I don't kill you, Yuan Tang won't spare me now. So forgive me... Bo Qinwang!"
Gu Changqing had no interest in the internal strife of the State of Chen, but if he could achieve victory without fighting, it wouldn't be a bad idea.
Bo Qinwang and Rong Yao started fighting on the city tower.
Yuan Tang calmly rode his horse towards Gu Changqing. The Gu Family Army intended to stop him but was halted by Gu Changqing's gesture.
Yuan Tang came alone on horseback, which was enough to show his sincerity.
Yuan Tang stopped in front of Gu Changqing's horse, raised an eyebrow, and introduced himself, "Friend of Physician Gu, Yuan Tang."
Gu Changqing glanced deeply at him, stood tall, and with a somewhat boastful tone, said, "Eldest brother of JiaoJiao, Gu Changqing."
The nearby Gu Family soldiers: "..."
Doesn't this introduction seem a bit off?
Shouldn't it be the Sixth Prince of the State of Chen and the Eldest Young Master of the Gu Family?
Could it be in your eyes, these identities can’t compare to "Friend of Physician Gu" and "Eldest brother of JiaoJiao"?
Raz P.'s Thoughts
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