Chapter 531

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Protagonist:

Yan Qianqian

As for Luo Shun, he followed Qianqian's every word. Whatever decision Qianqian made, he supported her without hesitation.

Therefore, when Qianqian decided to stay, Luo Shun chose to accompany her without complaint.

To ensure Qianqian and Luo Shun's safety, Yan Wang specially left Shi Er behind to protect them. After arranging all this, Yan Wang hurriedly left the inn and rushed to the battlefield.

Yan Wang led one hundred thousand Yan Family Army soldiers, standing ready like an iron Great Wall. Clad in heavy armor and wielding long spears, with high morale, it seemed as if the entire battlefield was enveloped by their imposing presence.

Time passed second by second, and Yan Wang remained highly vigilant, his gaze like that of a hawk or falcon, scanning the surroundings. Finally, a scout arrived at full gallop on a fast horse, reporting to Yan Wang that Xishang and Beilin had already begun fighting.

Upon receiving this news, Yan Wang waved his flag without hesitation and issued the order to march. One hundred thousand Yan Family Army soldiers surged forward like a flood, quickly advancing toward the battlefield.

At the same time, Li Jun led the remaining three hundred thousand soldiers and launched the first attack. Knowing that the key to victory lay in strategy, he ordered his soldiers to adopt delaying tactics and not recklessly charge ahead.

Thus, the war lasted an entire morning. Both sides exchanged blows, attacking and defending in turn, but neither gained a decisive advantage.

In the afternoon, Ouyang Chengren began to notice something amiss. He keenly sensed that the Beilin Kingdom's army seemed not eager to attack, nor showed signs of retreating, but was instead stalling for time, as if waiting for something.

Ouyang Chengren thought to himself: if his guess was correct, then Beilin Kingdom must be waiting for reinforcements. Thinking of this, he couldn't help but feel a chill of alarm.

Ouyang Chengren made a swift decision and immediately ordered a retreat. The Qi Family Army was well-trained, and upon receiving the order, they began to withdraw quickly and in an orderly fashion.

However, just as they were preparing to retreat, suddenly, behind them, a troop of well-trained soldiers appeared. These soldiers appeared on the battlefield like ghosts, silently and without a sound, catching everyone off guard.

The leading man wore heavy armor, imposing and majestic, drawing particular attention. His appearance caused Ouyang Chengren's heart to sink instantly.

Ouyang Chengren forced himself to remain calm and asked loudly: "May I ask where you are from, sir?"

Yan Wang's face was grim as water, and he coldly replied: "Dachang."

Hearing this answer, Ouyang Chengren felt his heart turn cold; he realized his guess had actually come true, and this mysterious army before him was likely the reinforcements Beilin Kingdom was waiting for.,

Actually, Ouyang Chengren had not failed to anticipate that going to war with Beilin Kingdom might give other countries an opportunity.

However, what he never expected was that Dachang's soldiers would arrive at the battlefield so quickly. Faced with this sudden situation, Ouyang Chengren couldn't help but cry out: "So, you intend to stop me today?"

Yan Wang nodded without hesitation and replied: "Naturally."

Ouyang Chengren knew that more words were useless; given the current situation, saying more would change nothing.

He roughly observed and found that Dachang's army numbered only one hundred thousand, while his own side had more than twice that number. Judging by this, breaking out of the encirclement was not difficult.

Having made up his mind, Ouyang Chengren issued the attack order without hesitation. In an instant, the Qi Family Army surged forward like a disturbed swarm of bees, with great momentum.

At the same time, seeing Ouyang Chengren launch his attack, Li Jun decisively commanded the Beilin Kingdom's army to quickly disperse their forces, attempting to encircle the Qi Family Army.

How could Ouyang Chengren sit and await death? Only to see his figure flash, rushing forward like a flying bird, straight at Yan Wang. Seeing this, Yan Wang quickly drew the sword he carried and went to meet him.

In an instant, blade and sword light crossed, sparks flying. Ouyang Chengren's long spear was like a flood dragon emerging from the sea, with overwhelming momentum; every swing brought a gust of wind, forcing Yan Wang to retreat again and again.

However, Yan Wang's movements were also quite agile; he nimbly dodged left and right, not only skillfully avoiding Ouyang Chengren's fierce attacks but also seizing the opportunity to quickly circle behind Ouyang Chengren and launch a counterattack.

This fierce exchange made Ouyang Chengren unable to help but admire Yan Wang's agility and combat skills.

, In the midst of their fierce fighting, the two could still spare attention to converse, which greatly surprised those around them.

"Why are you helping Beilin Kingdom?" Ouyang Chengren questioned Yan Wang while exchanging blows.

Yan Wang easily dodged Ouyang Chengren's attack and replied with a smile: "Because you are too strong; I'm afraid I can't beat you."

Hearing this, Ouyang Chengren snorted coldly: "Then you can wait until I take down Beilin Kingdom before we settle this."

Yan Wang curled the corner of his mouth: "The odds of victory then—how could they be as high as now?"

The two exchanged blows, neither yielding, and for a time it was hard to determine a winner.

Li Jun, not far away, watched this scene, greatly astonished. He knew Yan Wang was formidable, but didn't expect him to fight Ouyang Chengren to a standstill.

Ouyang Chengren also sensed that Yan Wang was not using his full strength, seemingly just stalling for time. Though somewhat puzzled, he did not want to waste too much time on this.

Thus, he gave a glance to the deputy general beside him; the deputy general understood at once and immediately rushed toward Li Jun.

Li Jun, as a prince, naturally had some martial arts skill, but only of an ordinary level. This sudden attack caught him somewhat off guard.

Only to see him struck by the deputy general's fist, his body jolted backward several steps, and he staggered, nearly falling to the ground.

The soldiers beside him, seeing this, panicked and crowded around, wanting to protect him.

However, at that very moment, a small gap suddenly appeared beside them. The deputy general, quick-eyed and quick-handed, immediately stepped forward and made the gap a little larger.,

The Qi Family Army, whose hearts had been nearly desperate, upon seeing many people running out from that gap, instantly rekindled the fire of hope.

However, when Li Jun realized the situation and immediately ordered people to continue encircling, it was already too late. Ouyang Chengren had clearly prepared in advance; he had no intention of lingering in battle, and his figure flew away like lightning.

His speed was swift as the wind, as if he wanted to escape this place of life and death. Coupled with Yan Wang's deliberate holding back, Ouyang Chengren moved like a fish in water, easily breaking through the encirclement and departing with about one hundred thousand troops.

After the Xishang Kingdom's army had completely withdrawn, Yan Wang then stepped forward, his face showing regret, and muttered to himself: "This Ouyang Chengren is indeed formidable! This time we really startled the snake by beating the grass; originally we had hoped to annihilate his army in one fell swoop, but who would have thought that in the end we still let him get away."