novelAbuy Chapter 328 I might listen to the prince, but it's also unlikely that I will.
Chapter 328 I might listen to the prince, but it's also unlikely that I will.
"The matter of the Prince of Dai is of great importance. If you act recklessly, I cannot protect you."
Lu Xiao gave Yuwen Chenglong a warning; his voice wasn't loud, but every word carried immense weight.
This thing is His Majesty's lifeblood, His Majesty's heart and soul, and the only thing Yang Zhao left behind in this world.
If Yuwen Chenglong truly harbored malicious intentions and did something he shouldn't have done...
If His Majesty finds out, the entire Yuwen family won't be enough to kill.
"I know, I know."
Yuwen Chenglong nodded, looking obedient and compliant, but the corners of his mouth turned up slightly.
He listened to Lü Xiao, but not entirely.
He let what Lü Xiao said go in one ear and out the other, not taking it to heart at all.
"You'd better watch yourself."
Lu Xiao said no more. He had said what he needed to say and given all the reminders he needed to give.
Whether or not to listen is Yuwen Chenglong's business.
He couldn't worry about that now; chasing Li Gui was the most important thing. He could deal with other things later.
Golden eagles led the way in the sky, their wings spread, circling high above, their sharp eyes scanning the ground and guiding the way.
The chase wasn't too difficult; with golden eagles around, it was hard to get lost.
In the blink of an eye, they caught up with Li Gui's group.
Dust billowed ahead, banners fluttered in disarray, and Li Gui's troops were fleeing in panic, like birds startled by the mere twang of a bow.
"Watch my performance, Little White Dragon of the Waves!"
Yuwen Chenglong slowed down his warhorse, opened the wine pouch at his waist, and gulped it down.
Glug, glug, the strong liquor went down my throat, burning like a fire burning in my chest.
After taking a few bites before the battle, he felt much stronger and full of energy.
With a silver spear in hand, I have the world at my command.
He wanted to promote this method extensively, so that all the soldiers could drink a few sips to boost their morale.
As soon as he opened his mouth, he was kicked away by Lü Xiao and rolled three times on the ground.
All he could say was that Lü Xiao simply didn't understand the power or allure of alcohol.
If a few hundred men were to charge in drunkenness, they would absolutely be able to pierce through the enemy's formation and leave no one alive.
"Your mother has violated military discipline again!"
Lu Xiao cursed, wishing he could kick Yuwen Chenglong again.
When there's a war, who's a good person who drinks every day?
In the blink of an eye, they had caught up with Li Gui's lagging group.
Those soldiers who ran slowly, and those supplies that fell behind, all lagged behind and became lambs to the slaughter.
Lu Xiao grabbed the precious carved bow, drew five arrows directly from the quiver, and nocked them on the bowstring.
Five arrows were fired simultaneously, the movements executed in one fluid motion, as fast as lightning.
Whoosh!
The moment he released his grip, the arrows, with a sharp whooshing sound, hurtled straight into the enemy ranks like five shooting stars.
As the enemy blocking their path was shot down, their body was also pierced by sharp arrows.
The arrows still carried great force, and those behind them also fell one after another, their screams echoing through the air.
Just as Lü Xiao was about to draw his bow and shoot, he heard a snapping sound.
The bow broke in two, the bowstring snapped, and the rebounding string lashed his hand, causing a burning pain.
"hiss……"
Lu Xiao gasped, his brows furrowing as he looked at the broken eagle bow in his hand.
This bow and arrow really can't handle him; he's too strong.
An ordinary bow simply cannot withstand the strain; it might be able to withstand being pulled once or twice, but it will break if pulled too much.
Hopefully, next time he'll have the chance to choose, and we can upgrade the bow to a truly divine one.
Lu Xiao picked up the Wufang Tianji and tucked it under his arm, blade facing forward, like a spear.
The neighing Red Hare began to exert its strength, its four hooves thrashing wildly.
Its speed increased rapidly, like a red lightning bolt, and in the blink of an eye it rushed into the enemy formation.
Pfft!
The sharp, unparalleled halberd charged straight forward, its blade incredibly sharp.
Wherever they went, the enemies they encountered were like candied hawthorns, pierced through one by one, strung together in a chain.
Blood gushed out, staining the halberd blade and the horse's body red.
Despite being pursued by the ruthless Sui army, Li Gui, who was running ahead, was not too worried.
If he continues westward for a short while longer, he will reach the foot of Yumen Pass.
Xue Ju's son, Xue Rengao, was already waiting for him there. As soon as he arrived at the pass, the gatekeeper would open it and let him in.
If Lü Xiao dared to pursue, what awaited him was a hail of arrows from mounted archers.
Then we'll see if he dares to pursue me again.
"Your Majesty, the Sui army has caught up!"
Just then, An Xinggui pointed behind him in terror, his fingers trembling.
Li Gui turned his head and looked behind him, only to see dust filling the sky, obscuring the sun, and the sounds of battle shouts shaking the heavens.
His soldiers not only failed to stop the enemy, but were also slaughtered by the Sui army, suffering heavy losses and being completely routed.
If he wasn't mistaken, it seemed that someone had actually flown into the air?
Was it knocked away by Lü Xiao's halberd?
"Protect me first! Quickly! Quickly!"
As the Sui army drew ever closer, Li Gui grew increasingly anxious, whipping his horse wildly.
And right in front of him stood the Jade Gate Pass.
"Hahaha!"
Upon seeing this, Li Gui burst into laughter, his laughter filled with smugness and relief.
Lu Xiao wants to catch up with him? Dream on!
He's just a few steps away from getting through!
Once he enters Yumen Pass, the Western Regions lie to the west. The land is vast, and he can go wherever he wants. What can Lü Xiao do about it?
"Duke of Qi, should we open the gates and go to rescue Li Gui?"
At Yumen Pass, Zong Luohou pointed at the fleeing Li Gui and asked, his hand on the hilt of his sword, ready to strike at any moment.
"No need, it's better if he's dead."
Xue Rengao's eyes were sinister, and a cold smile played on his lips. He had no intention of leaving the pass.
They were indeed allies with Li Gui, fighting against the Sui Dynasty together, but it was only temporary.
Before the Sui army arrived, the two sides had fought many battles.
You hit me, I hit you, many people died, and a deep-seated grudge was formed long ago.
With Li Gui killed, the Xue family became the sole dominant force in the Northwest.
Then all the land and all the troops will be his. Isn't that a great thing?
"Yes."
Seeing that Xue Rengao had already spoken, Zong Luohou did not ask any more questions and returned to his original position.
At this moment, Lü Xiao, who was in pursuit, also saw Yumen Pass. The city walls were towering and looked particularly majestic in the setting sun.
Li Gui was still quite a distance away from him, making it impossible for him to capture him.
"Oh no, he really got inside the pass!"
Yuwen Chenglong's eyes were filled with murderous intent, and he gripped the silver spear so tightly in his hand that it creaked. He wished he could rush up and stab Li Gui to death.
Just a few steps away, just a moment away, and all our efforts were in vain!
Give me the gun!
Lu Xiao looked at the Qiang cavalrymen beside him and extended his hand.
"yes!"
The Qiang cavalry were overjoyed to have their weapons requested by the Divine General.
He hurriedly handed over the spear in his hand, as if offering up some rare treasure.
It was an immense honor to be able to give his weapon to General Shenwei Tian; it was something he could boast about for a lifetime.