Chapter 263: Supreme Glory
The 20,000 troops from the Qi Kingdom followed their princess. In a sense, from now on, they have become loyal supporters of this princess. Worry-free, who put on his armor again, will lead them to subdue the territory of those minor princes for King Zhao. And one day in the future, they will return to the Qi country with the iron-blooded courage they have exercised to protect the princess and fight for everything she deserves.
The world is in turmoil, and no one can predict what the future holds. Perhaps, only those who truly rely on their own efforts to realize their dreams will become the darlings of God.
And Chu Jiangmian, the king of Zhao, who is now standing outside Los Angeles, is undoubtedly the one who has begun to hold his fate with his own hands. He calmly looked at the direction in which the Qi army had disappeared. The corners of his eyes and eyebrows couldn't help but show a smug look. Even he himself did not expect that such a wonderful move would only be decided in half a night. He was very pleased to see that the new situation he had worked hard to create was finally unfolding step by step according to the plan.
No matter how ferocious the enemy he faces in the future, he has the confidence to take it in stride. However, Zhao Guo's situation will be more difficult in the future. There is no doubt about it. The princes who are eyeing each other will never allow anyone to encroach on their common interests alone. On the day of the victory in the Battle of Zhongzhou, those fangs in the darkness may have been unfurled.
The autumn colors are darker and the west wind is getting tighter. Chu Jiangmian, who was surrounded by hundreds of horsemen, wrapped his cloak tightly, and after taking another urgent military information handed over by Bai Ye, he glanced at it a few times, and his brows couldn't help frowning again.
"Great King, the spy who came to report the news said that the Wei army is menacing, and their troops are about to reach Dragon City...... If it is too late to rush back to the rescue, I am afraid that Wang Cheng will be in danger. ”
Bai Ye whispered these words, his tone full of worry. Ever since Blue Bird was sent by Chu Jiangmian to follow Princess Sanssouci, he was temporarily in charge of these things. The Qianji Pavilion spy who rushed from Zhao to deliver the message was seriously injured, so he couldn't come to King Zhao to explain in person. But it is also enough to show that the critical situation in Dragon City has reached the point where there is no room for delay.
"Order the soldiers to rest well and get ready. We'll be on tomorrow at the latest. ”
After a moment of silence, Chu Jiangmian made a decision immediately. Bai Ye's spirits were lifted, and he hurriedly went to the army to give orders. More than 20,000 troops of the Qi people have left. So the whole camp seemed a little empty. Now there are only 8,000 cavalry that Chu Jiangmian brought out from Zhao State, and they are about to usher in another great journey.
With the order of King Zhao handed down, the eight thousand cavalry immediately prepared in high spirits. They were never afraid to charge on the battlefield. It is said that following King Zhao from Qi to Zhongzhou, he hasn't really fought a good battle. I thought I could have a good fight with the cavalry of the Qin State. But I didn't expect that before they had a chance to make a move, the other party would be wiped out!
It can be said that in the past few days, these cavalry of the Zhao State, who have been boiling with enthusiasm, have been longing for a real battle all the time. And now hearing that those Wei people actually took advantage of the opportunity of Zhao's army to attack Longcheng, this news suddenly ignited the anger of Zhao's soldiers. If you don't rush back and teach these guys a good lesson, they really don't know how thick the sky is!
Dragon City is the home and spiritual sustenance of every Zhao person. In history, any enemy who wants to invade will have no return and will end up in a tragic end. Needless to say, in the era of the first king Chulie, his great power and supreme prestige were almost to the point that the enemy did not dare to bend his bow.
And since Chu Jiangmian inherited the throne. His achievements in resisting foreign invasion are also obvious to all. Whether it was the five kingdoms united by the Qin people attacking Zhao, or the Hu people taking the opportunity to invade, they all ended up with heavy losses.
Now, the Wei people thought they were invading Zhao at the best time and wanted to succeed. Will their purpose succeed? The King of Wei is said to have dispatched 80,000 of the most elite Wei warriors, which can be said to have taken out blood capital. Only the five thousand dragoons led by General Long Yu were left behind in Dragon City, and they were indeed at a disadvantage in terms of strength.
But Chu Jiangmian believed that Dragon City would not be conquered so easily. Although his time is tight, he can still arrange it calmly. And entering Los Angeles before this evening was the next thing he was going to do.
The remnant sun in the west is about to set again, and the glow spreads all over the sky. The ancient city of Los Angeles was shrouded in this red glow, and the mottled city walls and falling yellow leaves all looked desolate and far-reaching. The beauty of the sunset lies in its imminent disappearance. And after the long night, the glow that reappeared in another reincarnation was no longer what it was at this moment. This royal capital, which represents the last place of the Great Zhou Dynasty, is itself a history that has gradually been worn out. Its splendor and majesty are a thing of the past. The vanished royal qi can no longer be gathered.
Chu Jiangmian only took more than a hundred followers and entered Los Angeles from the Great West Gate. This is his second trip to Los Angeles, less than a year after his last one. However, everything that has happened in such a short period of time has made this young man's name spread all over the world, and he has truly moved towards the rise of the king.
When he came that spring, he was just a young man with the name of a gentleman. It doesn't matter to the overall situation of the world. I'm afraid no one knows who he is except those who laugh at him. And now, the autumn wind stirs Luoshui, and the reputation spreads all over the world. From Zhao to Qi to Zhongzhou, his name is as good as the sky. Countless enemies hated him, but they feared him.
Although it was twilight, after hearing the news that King Zhao was going to enter the city, the people of Los Angeles were still empty, and they all gathered on this street inside the West City Gate. They all wanted to witness King Zhao's demeanor for the first time. How powerful was this man who almost single-handedly saved this royal city?
However, many people who saw Chu Jiangmian's appearance at first glance still felt a little unexpected. He wasn't as majestic as he had imagined, not even the least severe. The young man who walked into the city gate in the glow had a kind attitude and a smile. He waved his hand indifferently and greeted the surroundings, as if he was just a neighbor who came to visit the neighborhood. Several Praetorian Guards who were in charge of guarding the task saluted him excitedly, and King Zhao jumped off his horse and patted them on the shoulders with his own hands to comfort them.
These Janissaries, who were still standing at the head of the city yesterday and fighting bloodily, had all witnessed the demeanor of the cavalry of the Zhao State killing the enemy outside the city. Although it was only a few small-scale raids, it was the most critical moment to remove the danger of the fall of Los Angeles. No matter who they are, they have admiration. Especially for this young King Zhao, they all treat them as heroes.
The people of Los Angeles, who survived the disaster, cheered even more. The armies of the princes who had come to attack Los Angeles had been destroyed. This can't help but be very relieving. The head of the Marquis of Zhongshan has been cut off in public and hung on the city tower. And the envoys sent by the Son of Heaven have also set out, taking the head of the general of Qin, to reprimand the king of Qin who launched the rebellion. For the people of Los Angeles, this is a moment of exuberance that has not been seen in many years.
Although the great flood that has just passed has also affected the southern half of Los Angeles. However, because the city was moved ahead of schedule, all the people living in the southern city were moved to safe places. As a result, no one was killed, except for some of the houses and belongings that were damaged. Compared to the destruction of the city and the killing, these losses are bearable.
Moreover, the royal brother Zimmer has already made a promise on behalf of the Son of Heaven and the royal family. Those who died defending the royal city in this war will be given generous compensation. For the losses suffered, they will be compensated by the royal family's treasury. These measures are undoubtedly reassuring.
It was in such a warm atmosphere that Zhao Wang Chu Jiangmian was welcomed to walk on the streets of Los Angeles. General Zidun personally led the Praetorian Guard, served as a guard, and led him to the Zichen Palace at the end of the central axis.
The royal brother Zimmer had already waited here with those royal nobles and several important ministers of the royal court. He looked at Chu Jiangmian who jumped off the war horse from a distance, and couldn't help but feel a lot of emotion in his heart.
Such a young man. After receiving the order of King Qin, he traveled thousands of miles tirelessly and personally led troops to rescue Wangcheng. After a few days, the enemy was destroyed between talking and laughing, the famous generals were awarded, and the princes died. Fengtianzi is in danger, and the society is overturned...... has achieved such a world-class feat, but he is not arrogant or impatient, and he is not complacent. Zimmer has rich experience and extensive knowledge, but he has never heard of or seen such a young offspring.
"King Zhao, hard work! Let's go...... Brother Tianzi wants to see you again. ”
Needless to say, Zimmer believed the young man and understood what was behind it.
Under the watchful eye of the crowd, the drums sounded. The royal guard of honor is solemn. Ji Mo held Chu Jiangmian's hand, climbed the high steps of Zichen Palace side by side, and entered through the main entrance of this glorious palace. This is undoubtedly a noble etiquette. It represents the highest glory given to this young man by the royal family of the Great Zhou. In the memory of the people of Los Angeles, there has never been a prince who has reached such heights.
There are some royal nobles who are seeing King Chu Jiangmian of Zhao for the first time. Although it is said that he came to Los Angeles once in the past, at that time, how could these old nobles who thought they were noble take a look at the little-known princes and princes! And today, when they saw with their own eyes the figure of this righteous path of the palace gate that has experienced hundreds of years of wind and rain, some doubts inevitably rose from their hearts.
"This son is deeply hidden, with the appearance of a dragon and a phoenix...... From now on, it will be a blessing or a curse for the royal family?!"