Chapter 386: Wu Yong's Scheme!

Brothers, don't linger in battle, quickly follow me to break through!

But unfortunately, he is just a novice, only able to shout anxiously from the rear.

However, the Armored Unit Two seemed to see through Song Jiang's intentions, they intensified their offensive, trying to capture all of the Liang Shan heroes in one sweep.

Under such siege, several more Liang Shan heroes were captured or killed by the Armored Unit Two.

The most tragic scene occurred in the clash between the ascetic Wu Song and the Armored Unit Two.

Wu Song's vigorous energy faintly glowed red, like blazing fire, as he wielded his double-edged swords and charged at the Armored Unit Two.

However, Bei Kai's meteor spear, carrying a dark-green vigorous energy, suddenly attacked, tightly encircling Wu Song.

Wu Song struggled desperately, but that meteor spear seemed to be everywhere, dragging him firmly to the spot.

Finally, amidst a furious roar, Wu Song's vigorous energy was completely dispersed, and he himself was captured alive by Bei Kai.

"Wu Song brother!"

Song Jiang witnessed this scene, his heart felt as if cut by a knife.

But he knew this was not the time for grief; he must break through quickly to rescue the captured brothers.

As the battle continued, the casualties of the Liang Shan heroes grew ever greater.

Song Jiang was extremely anxious; he understood that if this continued, the entire Liang Shan force would likely be destroyed here.

Meanwhile, Zhiduoxing Wu Yong, together with Song Jiang, was protected by the Liang Shan crowd at the edge of the battlefield, seeing the Liang Shan crowd gradually fall into difficulty under the Armored Unit Two's siege.

His heart sank; he knew that wanting everyone to retreat safely this time had become even more difficult.

His eyes flickered, his thoughts raced, and in a moment he had a plan.

"Brother, this battle is unfavorable; we need to think of another way."

Wu Yong walked lightly to Song Jiang's side and spoke softly.

Song Jiang furrowed his brows, looked back at the Liang Shan brothers who had followed him for many years, a hint of reluctance flashed in his eyes, but more so was ruthlessness and determination.

He understood that now was not the time to talk about brotherhood.

"Military advisor, what brilliant plan? Speak quickly!"

Song Jiang asked in a deep voice.

"Brother, as long as the green mountains remain, there's no fear of lacking firewood."

"Given the current situation, we can only abandon the main force; you and I will lead a few elites to seize the opportunity to break through."

Wu Yong pondered for a moment, then advised softly.

Song Jiang showed a difficult expression; he knew that doing so would undoubtedly be a betrayal of the brothers who fought side by side with him, and those Liang Shan comrades left behind would surely meet a bad end.

Perhaps those remaining Liang Shan heroes who persist might be directly executed on the spot by the enraged Armored Unit Two.

But the current situation does not allow him to hesitate.

He glanced around, his gaze sweeping over each brave Liang Shan hero fighting the enemy, his heart somewhat moved.

However, the desire for survival and the obsession with power ultimately overwhelmed that hint of reluctance in his heart.

He took a deep breath, nodded his head, indicating his agreement with Wu Yong's plan.

Song Jiang turned his body and walked toward Hua Rong, who was engaged in battle with the Armored Unit Two using bow and arrow.

Hua Rong's archery skills were superb; from time to time he exchanged shots with Wen Dong, who wielded a Wind Hawk Crossbow and wore Wind Hawk Armor, the sound of arrows piercing the air never ceasing.

"Hua Rong brother, the situation is now urgent; we need to find another way out."

He turned and spoke to Hua Rong, who was exchanging fire with Wen Dong, who used a Wind Hawk Crossbow and wore Wind Hawk Armor.

Hua Rong shot while turning his head to look at Song Jiang, his eyes full of doubt and incomprehension.

"Brother, what do you mean by this? We Liang Shan heroes should advance and retreat together; how could we lightly give up?"

He stopped his action and asked.

"Hua Rong brother, it's not that I want to lightly give up; rather, it's to preserve our lives and the future of Liang Shan."

"Look at this situation; if we continue to entangle, we fear we will all be buried here."

Song Jiang took a deep breath and spoke in a low voice.

Hua Rong was startled by the words, his bow and arrow almost slipped from his hands.

He turned his head, looking at Song Jiang in disbelief, as if looking at a stranger.

"Brother, this... this is not abandoning the brothers?"

Hua Rong's voice trembled slightly.

"Hua Rong brother, you also see that the current situation is extremely unfavorable to us."

"If we do not seize the opportunity to break through, we fear everyone will be buried here."

"If you and I can escape, we will surely be able to avenge our brothers in the future!"

Song Jiang's expression turned grim, he grabbed Hua Rong's shoulder and spoke in a low voice.

Hua Rong fell silent for a moment, a hint of struggle flashed in his eyes.

He knew Song Jiang's words made sense, but the righteousness in his heart made it hard for him to make such a decision.

"Hua Rong brother, you and I still have more important things to do."

"Think of your elderly mother and younger sister at home; they all hope for your safe return."

"If you encounter any mishap, how would they cope?"

Seeing Hua Rong hesitate, Song Jiang advised again.

When mentioning his younger sister and family, Hua Rong's eyes flashed with a hint of tenderness.

He deeply understood his responsibility, not only for Liang Shan but also for his family at home.

When mentioning family, Hua Rong's expression visibly wavered.

"Furthermore, if we all perish here, what future does Liang Shan have? As brothers, we naturally must consider Liang Shan's future."

My mind is made up; you will escort me and Brother Wu Yong and the others to break out first, while leaving some brothers behind to hold the rear and draw the enemy's attention.

After we are safe, we will think of a way to rescue them.

Song Jiang saw this, secretly delighted, and then continued speaking.

Hua Rong, hearing these words, felt even more hesitant.

He naturally understood Song Jiang's intention, but to abandon his comrades-in-arms and let them escape alone while he fled was truly difficult for him to do.

However, Song Jiang's following words forced him to reconsider.

"Brother Hua Rong, rest assured. I, Song Jiang, promise you that as long as we escape safely, I will spare no effort to rescue the brothers left behind."

"Just think: if we all fall here, who will be left to save them?"

"On the contrary, if we manage to break out successfully, we can plan at leisure and find opportunities to rescue them one by one."

Song Jiang's words were earnest, as if every sentence came from the bottom of his heart.

"Yes, Brother Hua Rong. As long as the green hills remain, we need not worry about lacking firewood."

"As long as we succeed in breaking out, we can regroup; coming later to rescue them will not be too late."

Wu Yong, standing nearby, also took the opportunity to add.

Hua Rong's heart struggled for a moment as he watched the Liang Shan brothers still fighting fiercely ahead.

He painfully closed his eyes, took a deep breath, nodded, and decided to follow Song Jiang in the breakout.

"Brother, I'll follow your lead."

Hua Rong reopened his eyes and spoke firmly.

"Good brother, rest assured. I, Song Jiang, will surely not betray your trust."

Song Jiang revealed a satisfied smile and patted Hua Rong on the shoulder.

Having said that, he turned and began discussing the specific breakout plan with Wu Yong and the others.

The three quickly discussed the details of the breakout, preparing to lead a few elite troops to slip away while the Armor Second Team was inattentive.

Just as Song Jiang, Wu Yong, and the others had finalized their plan and quietly moved to the rear of the troop, preparing to break out amid the chaos.

"Brother, I have a plan that can help us withdraw more safely."

Wu Yong's eyes shifted slightly, and he whispered to Song Jiang.

Upon hearing this, Song Jiang raised his eyebrows, signaling Wu Yong to speak quickly.

"We can have the remaining Liang Shan brothers forcefully break out toward the direction of the Armor Second Team, using them to draw the enemy's attention. Meanwhile, we will retreat from another flank amidst the chaos, thereby ensuring our safety while buying a slim chance of survival for the brothers."

Wu Yong lightly covered his mouth with the feather fan in his hand, gazing at the many Liang Shan heroes fighting fiercely ahead, and spoke softly.

(End of chapter)