Chapter 1535: Eyes Like an Eagle

Night fell, and the stars were hidden behind thick clouds; only the occasional faint light that flashed seemed to be predicting the storm that was about to come. A group of people hurried through the dense forest paths; their footsteps were heavy yet firm, every step stepping on the veins of history and also stepping into unknown dangers.

Liao Hua, this general who had experienced a hundred battles, was at the very front of the team. His eyes were sharp like an eagle; even in this night where one could not see one's fingers, he could capture the subtle changes in the surrounding environment. Years of battlefield career gave him intuition about danger that surpassed ordinary people. At this moment, he felt uneasy in his heart, just like an invisible cold current, silently eroding every inch of his skin.

"Stop." Liao Hua ordered in a low voice, the voice light yet carrying unquestionable majesty. The team responded immediately; everyone held their breath and concentrated, vigilantly looking around. Only the rustling sound of wind blowing through tree leaves and the occasional howl of wild beasts from afar broke this moment of tranquility.

Liao Hua slowly went forward, utilizing the dense trees as cover; his movements were light and agile, as if merging with the night. He carefully observed the surroundings, not letting go of every subtle sound. Just at this moment, a faint sound of metal collision, like a ghost, pierced through the silence of the night, hitting Liao Hua's heartstrings directly.

"Prepare for battle!" Liao Hua's voice was low and powerful, as if it were a roar from the depths of his chest. He rapidly analyzed the situation around him; years of battlefield experience told him that beneath the calm often hid unpredictable dangers. However, before he could fully deploy, fire soared into the sky from all directions, arrows flew like locusts, accompanied by the shouting of the Wei army, and a sudden battle thus broke out.

Liao Hua brandished the long spear in his hand, blocking left and hacking right, knocking down the incoming arrows one by one. His movements were swift and accurate; every time he swung the spear, it was as if he were brushing shoulders with the god of death. At the same time, he shouted loudly to command the soldiers under his hand to find a breakthrough point, attempting to find a glimmer of survival in this airtight rain of arrows.

But the enemy was clearly prepared, not only numerous in number but also cooperating tacitly. They utilized the advantage of the terrain to continuously launch attacks from the dark, causing Liao Hua and others to fall into a bitter battle. Arrows were like rain, fire soared into the sky, and the air was filled with a heavy smell of blood and scorched smell, as if the entire world had been swallowed by this sudden battle.

In this sudden sneak attack, Liao Hua displayed calmness and courage beyond ordinary people. He knew deeply that if they could not break out rapidly at this time, what awaited them would be the fate of total annihilation. Thus, he decisively decided to utilize the cover of night to lead the team to launch a charge toward the weakest link, intending to tear open the enemy's encirclement.

"Follow me to charge!" Liao Hua shouted loudly, charging toward the enemy's defensive line first. His figure flickered in the firelight, like an angry lion, swearing to break through all obstacles. The Shu army soldiers fought bravely in the vanguard, fighting with their lives; they followed closely behind Liao Hua, forming an unstoppable force.

After a fierce charge, they finally found a breakthrough point. Liao Hua fought in the vanguard, wherever the long spear pointed, he was invincible, hard-headedly tearing open a bloody path in the enemy's defensive line. His figure shuttled on the battlefield; every time he swung the spear, it was accompanied by the enemy's wailing and falling. However, just as they were about to rush out of the encirclement, a cold arrow suddenly flew from the dark, pointing straight at Liao Hua's heart.

Just at this critical moment, the deputy general beside Liao Hua was quick-eyed and fast-handed, pushing Liao Hua away, but he himself was pierced through the chest by that arrow and fell into a pool of blood. Liao Hua witnessed all this, his heart filled with extreme grief, but he knew that now was not the time for grief; he must lead the remaining soldiers to rush out of the heavy encirclement and complete the mission.

He gritted his teeth, suppressed the grief in his heart, and shouted loudly: "Rush out, for Shu Han, for our brothers!" The soldiers were inspired by Liao Hua's voice; they cheered up again and rushed toward the enemy's defensive line with even firmer steps.

After paying a heavy price, Liao Hua finally led the remnants to rush out of the enemy's encirclement and fled into a vast wilderness. They dared not stop for a moment and continued to gallop toward Shu Han's territory. Along the way, Liao Hua's heart was filled with complex emotions: mourning for the sacrificed comrades-in-arms, anger at the enemy's insidious cunning, and firm belief in future battles.

After returning to Shu Han, Liao Hua immediately reported the process of encountering the sneak attack to Zhuge Liang. He described the Wei army's deployment in detail, as well as their various performances in the battle. After hearing this, Zhuge Liang's brows were locked, and he expressed high praise for Liao Hua's bravery and wisdom, and simultaneously expressed great indignation at the Wei army's cunning and cruelty.

"General Liao, you have worked hard." Zhuge Liang's voice was low and powerful, his eyes flickering with firm light, "This sneak attack, although bringing us no small losses, also let us see the true face of the Wei army. We must not only avenge the sacrificed soldiers but also utilize the intelligence you brought back to formulate more exquisite strategies to defeat the Wei army in one fell swoop."

Liao Hua nodded; his heart was filled with admiration and trust for Zhuge Liang. He knew that only by uniting as one could they jointly face future challenges. In the following days, he actively participated in Shu Han's military preparation work, not only assisting Zhuge Liang in perfecting the combat plan but also personally training soldiers to improve their combat effectiveness.

Under Liao Hua's efforts, the Shu army's morale soared to an unprecedented height. Everyone was full of confidence in the upcoming great battle; they believed that under the leadership of Liao Hua and Zhuge Liang, they would definitely be able to defeat the Wei army and fight for the glory of Shu Han.

Finally, on a dark and windy night, the Shu army, according to the predetermined plan, launched a comprehensive offensive against the Wei army. Liao Hua fought in the vanguard, leading an elite force to strike directly at the Wei army's hinterland. They engaged in a life-and-death struggle with the enemy; every soldier was like a flame ignited with fighting spirit, swearing to leave their own legend on this battlefield.

In this decisive battle, Liao Hua, relying on his superior martial arts and wisdom, made repeated meritorious services. He seemed to be a fighting machine that did not know fatigue, continuously shuttling on the battlefield; every time he swung the spear, it was accompanied by the enemy's wailing and falling. His figure became a lighthouse in the hearts of the Shu army soldiers, pointing out the direction for them to move forward.

When the smoke of battle gradually dissipated, Liao Hua stood on the battlefield, looking at those sacrificed comrades-in-arms, his heart filled with endless sorrow. He knew that this victory was exchanged with the blood of countless lives. Every fallen soldier was a hero of Shu Han, and their names would be forever remembered in the long river of history.

And Liao Hua himself would also continue to shoulder the mission of guarding Shu Han until the last moment of his life. He knew deeply that as a general, personal emotions must be subordinate to the big picture. Every setback was a tempering indispensable on the road to victory; only after experiencing countless hardships and setbacks could a true hero be forged.

After returning to the camp, Liao Hua immediately set about rectifying the team. He personally visited those soldiers injured in the sneak attack, giving them encouragement and comfort. At the same time, he arranged the best medical resources for treatment, ensuring that every soldier could receive timely rescue and care.

He understood that soldiers were not just machines of battle but people with flesh and blood and rich emotions. Only by letting them feel the warmth and care of home could they erupt with even more powerful combat effectiveness on the battlefield. Therefore, he always put the lives and interests of the soldiers in the first place, interpreting the responsibility and duty of a true general with his own actions.

At the same time, Liao Hua began to deeply analyze the Wei army's tactics and strategies. He attempted to find the enemy's weaknesses from that sneak attack, making preparations for future battles. He gathered the think tank in the army to study the Wei army's deployment map together and discuss possible attack routes and defensive strategies.

In this process, Liao Hua displayed outstanding military talent and leadership. He could not only listen to the opinions and suggestions of subordinates but also rapidly make decisions amidst the clamor of voices, ensuring that the team's goals were consistent and actions efficient. His wisdom and courage became the model and example in the hearts of the Shu army soldiers.

After several days of intensive discussion and planning, Liao Hua formulated a detailed combat plan. He decided to utilize the Wei army's negligence and terrain advantages to implement a sudden counterattack against the enemy. This time, he would no longer defend passively but must take the initiative to attack, disrupt the Wei army's deployment, and strive for more strategic space for Shu Han. ===== CHAPTER 1536 =====