Yue Fei had just finished settling Yan Zongyi in a remote courtyard in Xingzhou City, and before he could breathe a sigh of relief, he heard the sound of horses' hooves outside the city shaking the sky and flying dust. His heart tightened, knowing that something great was going to happen.

Ascending the city tower, looking into the distance, I saw a team of 5,000 people and horses quickly approaching Xingzhou City. The banner is waving, the armor is distinct, and the general headed by is Wanyan Zongfu, a brave general of the Jin Kingdom.

Yue Fei immediately ordered the whole city to be on alert, and the soldiers quickly took their positions and stood ready for battle. The crossbowmen at the head of the city are full of bowstrings, ready for a possible siege.

Wanyan Zongfu led the army to the city of Xingzhou, but he was not in a hurry to attack the city. He knew very well that the city of Xingzhou was strong, and there were many soldiers and horses in the city, and it was undoubtedly self-inflicted if his 5,000 men and horses wanted to forcibly attack the city. So, he rode his horse to the city and shouted loudly to Yue Fei on the city tower: "General Yue Fei, I am the Jinguo Wanyan Zongfu." Now that the Song and Jin countries are reconciled, don't hurt the harmony between the two countries for the sake of the rebellion of Yan Zongyi, the Jin country. Please also ask the general to hand over Yan Zongyi, and we will retreat later. ”

Yue Fei stood on the city tower, looking down at Wanyan Zongfu, a trace of determination flashed in his eyes. He knew that Wanyan Zongyi's identity was sensitive, and once he handed it over, he would definitely become a victim of the Jin Kingdom. Moreover, he was also unaccustomed to Wan Yan Zonghan's brutal acts, and deeply sympathized with Wan Yan Zongyi's suffering.

"Wanyan Zongfu, you don't have to talk nonsense here!" Yue Fei replied loudly, "Wanyan Zongyi is the prince of the Jin Kingdom, if he is willing to submit to my Great Song Dynasty, we should protect him thoroughly." If you dare to act rashly, don't blame me for being rude! ”

Wanyan Zongfu was furious when he heard this, he didn't expect Yue Fei to be so tough. He glared at Yue Fei on the city tower, and a trace of ruthlessness flashed in his eyes. However, he also knew that this was not a good opportunity to attack the city, so he had to suppress the anger in his heart.

"Yue Fei, don't toast or eat!" Wanyan Zongfu said viciously, "I'll give you three days to think about it, if you don't hand over Wanyan Zongyi after three days, I will set foot in your Xingzhou City!" ”

After speaking, Wanyan Zongfu waved his hand and led five thousand men and horses to turn around and leave. In the dust, only the firm figure of Yue Fei on the city tower and the weapons held by the soldiers of Xingzhou City were left.

The clouds were thick, and the sky above Xingzhou City seemed to be shrouded in a thick layer of haze. Wanyan Zongfu's 5,000 iron horsemen camped outside the city, and the cold light of the armor loomed in the gloomy sky, bringing a sense of slaughter to this border city.

At the head of the city, Yue Fei was wearing battle armor, and his eyes were like torches. The soldiers around him clenched their weapons and looked at the enemy troops under the city with solemn expressions. Although Wanyan Sosuke did not attack immediately, the invisible pressure made everyone in the city feel that the war was approaching.

At this moment, a spy hurriedly ascended the city tower and reported to Yue Fei: "General, the new emperor of the Jin Kingdom, Wanyan Zonghan, has ordered the withdrawal of troops!" ”

Yue Fei was stunned when he heard this, and then frowned. He looked into the distance suspiciously, and his heart couldn't help but ripple. He knew Wanyan Zonghan's ambitions, but why did he withdraw his troops at this time?

After receiving the order to withdraw the troops, Wanyan Zongfu under the city was also unwilling and puzzled. He looked up at Xingzhou City, and a trace of complicated emotions flashed in his eyes. He knew that this withdrawal of troops meant that they lost the opportunity to capture Yan Zongyi, and it also meant that the peace between Song and Jin could be maintained temporarily.

However, Wanyan Zonghan's ambition was not extinguished because of this. In the palace of the Kingdom of Jin, he listened to the reports of the craftsmen with a gloomy face.

"Since Yan Zongyi fled, the artillery foundry has been unmanaged, and the progress has lagged behind greatly." The voices of the craftsmen revealed helplessness and worry.

Wanyan Zonghan slapped the table and said angrily: "A bunch of waste! Without Yan Zongyi, you wouldn't be able to do things, wouldn't you? His eyes flashed with anger and a cold glint that made the craftsmen present shudder.

He took a deep breath, trying to calm the anger in his heart. He knew that the most important thing now was to restore the casting of artillery as soon as possible in order to gain an advantage in a future war. He ordered the selection of competent men to take over the foundry, and ordered the craftsmen to speed up the process.

At the same time, in the remote courtyard of Xingzhou City, Wanyan Zongyi also learned the news of Wanyan Zonghan's withdrawal of troops. A complicated smile appeared on his face, both happy and unwilling. He knew that he was able to escape this time thanks to Yue Fei's protection, but it also meant that he could not return to the Jin Kingdom to overthrow Yan Zonghan's rule for the time being.

However, he did not give up hope. He believes that as long as he has the opportunity, he will be able to return to his homeland and fight for the future of Jinguo. In this strange country, he began a long wait......

The bustling city of Kaifeng is bathed in the warm spring sun. The streets are full of traffic, pedestrians, and vendors, forming a lively and orderly urban picture.

However, beneath this quiet and prosperous surface, an undercurrent is quietly surging.

After learning that Wanyan Zongyi had fled to the Great Song Dynasty, Wanyan Zonghan did not choose to immediately move his troops south. He is well aware of the strength and heritage of the Great Song Dynasty, and he also knows the complexity and sensitivity of this game. Therefore, he decided to send an envoy to the Great Song Dynasty to probe the other party's tone.

The moment Wanyan Zongfu stepped into the Great Song Palace, he felt a completely different atmosphere. The architecture here is magnificent and exquisite, the palace people are busy in an orderly manner, and the air is filled with a faint scent of sandalwood, which makes people feel peaceful and solemn.

He was led to an elaborate pavilion, where he saw a woman in splendid costumes sitting. Her eyebrows are delicate and dignified, and her body exudes a noble and majestic temperament. This is the princess of the Great Song Dynasty, Zhao Yingluo.

Zhao Yingluo's nephew, the little emperor Zhao Yang, sat beside her. He is still young, his face is immature and lovely, but his eyebrows have revealed a kind of dignity and arrogance unique to royal children.

After Yan Zongfu stepped forward to salute, he explained his intention straight to the point: "Her Royal Highness Princess of the Great Song Dynasty, our emperor sent me here in the hope that your country can hand over Wanyan Zongyi. His actions have seriously damaged the interests of the country, and we must arrest him. ”

When Zhao Yingluo heard this, her eyebrows raised slightly. She looked at Wanyan Zongfu, and said in a calm and firm voice: "Wanyan envoy, you should know that since Wanyan Zongyi has come to our country, we have the responsibility to protect his safety. Whether he is a rebel of the Kingdom of Jin, we have no way of telling. But since he chose to defect to the Great Song Dynasty, we will treat him as our guest. ”

After hearing this, Yan Zongfu's heart sank, he didn't expect Zhao Yingluo to refuse his request so resolutely. He took a deep breath and tried to convince people with reason: "Your Royal Highness Princess, you should understand the importance of handing over Wanyan Zongyi to the relationship between the two countries. His presence has seriously threatened the security and stability of the country, and we must bring him to justice. ”

Zhao Yingluo shook her head slightly, her voice still firm: "Wanyan envoy, I understand your concern. However, the Great Song Dynasty has always established the country with benevolence and righteousness, and we will not easily give up our principles and dignity. Since Wanyan Zongyi has come to our country, we will do our best to protect him. ”

Wanyan Zongfu saw Zhao Yingluo's resolute attitude, and knew that there would be no result if he continued to talk. He sighed in his heart, so he had to give up for the time being. He believes that this game is far from over, and both sides will face more severe tests.