Chapter 1538

During his days in the Long Gong, Liao Hua and the Shanhulu woman got along very well. She was not only beautiful and kind but also clever and quick-witted, always able to provide unique insights into Liao Hua's questions. The time the two spent together seemed to make them forget the disturbances of the world, leaving only each other's company and laughter.

However, good times did not last long. Liao Hua knew deeply that as a general of Shu Han, he shouldered the heavy responsibility of protecting the country and could not stay in the Long Gong for long. Thus, he bid farewell to the Dragon King and the Shanhulu woman.

Upon hearing this, a trace of reluctance flashed in the Shanhulu woman's eyes, but she knew Liao Hua's choice was correct. She silently prepared a special gift for Liao Hua—a mysterious pearl capable of summoning the power of the Long Gong, to help him be even more invincible on the battlefield.

On the day of his departure, the Shanhulu woman saw Liao Hua to the entrance of the Long Gong, and the two embraced tightly, as if to engrave this friendship in their hearts forever.

"General Liao Hua, may you have a safe journey and protect your country and people well. If there is an opportunity, we shall certainly meet again," the Shanhulu woman said, teary-eyed.

Liao Hua nodded, looked at her affectionately, and then turned to step onto the path back to Shu Han. His heart was filled with longing and gratitude for the Shanhulu woman, and at the same time, his determination to protect Shu Han became even firmer.

After returning to Shu Han, Liao Hua shared what he had seen and heard in the Long Gong, as well as the treasures and secret manuals he had obtained, with his colleagues and soldiers. Upon hearing this, they were all amazed by the magic of the Long Gong and Liao Hua's miraculous encounter. Under Liao Hua's leadership, the military strength of Shu Han was further improved, and the soldiers' combat effectiveness became even more formidable.

However, peace did not last long. Not long after, an unknown force rose quietly and launched a fierce attack on the borders of Shu Han. Facing this powerful enemy, Liao Hua was not afraid; he led the Shu soldiers to resist bravely, while simultaneously using the treasures and secret manuals obtained from the Long Gong to formulate more exquisite tactics and strategies.

After a fierce battle, the Shu army finally succeeded in repelling the enemy's attack and captured the enemy general. Upon interrogation, it was learned that this force was a gang of bandits from foreign lands who intended to occupy the territory and resources of Shu Han.

Upon hearing this, Liao Hua was furious; he was determined to completely eliminate this force to ensure the tranquility of Shu Han. Thus, he led the Shu soldiers to pursue the enemy, and after many days of arduous fighting, they finally annihilated the entire enemy force.

After that battle against the foreign bandit gang, the political and military situation of Shu Han underwent earth-shaking changes. Liao Hua, this former border guardian, had now become the mainstay of the Shu Han army, and his name and heroic deeds were widely spread among the people, inspiring every citizen of Shu Han.

However, peace did not last long. Just when the people of Shu Han thought they could enjoy peace, an even more powerful force rose quietly in the north. This force was called "Black Wind Stronghold," composed of a group of bandits with high martial arts skills and ruthless hearts; they not only robbed passing merchants but also frequently harassed the borders of Shu Han, burning, killing, and looting, committing every evil.

The leader of Black Wind Stronghold, known as "Black Wind Great King," was said to be a martial arts expert with unique skills, and he had gathered many desperate outlaws under his command; his power was immense, and even the government could do nothing about them. Their appearance caused the borders of Shu Han to fall into turmoil once again.

Upon learning of this, Liao Hua was filled with righteous indignation. He knew deeply that if this force were not eradicated as soon as possible, the tranquility of Shu Han would never know peace. Thus, he volunteered to lead an elite force to the border to meet Black Wind Stronghold in battle.

The two armies met on a desolate plain. The bandits of Black Wind Stronghold rode fast horses, brandishing swords and spears, and came whistling with a menacing momentum. Liao Hua, however, remained calm and composed, directing the Shu soldiers to set up their formation in preparation for the battle.

The battle was on the verge of breaking out. The bandits of Black Wind Stronghold were exceptionally fierce; they charged recklessly, attempting to overwhelm the Shu army with their numerical advantage. However, Liao Hua had long since made full preparations. He used the treasures and secret manuals obtained from the Long Gong to formulate exquisite tactics and strategies, allowing the Shu soldiers to be like fish in water during the battle, moving with ease.

The two sides fought fiercely for several hours, and the situation was exceptionally tragic. Although the Shu soldiers were brave and skilled in battle, the bandits of Black Wind Stronghold were not to be outdone; they relied on their tenacious will and superior martial arts to engage in a life-and-death struggle with the Shu army. On the battlefield, swords flashed and shadows flickered, flesh and blood flew, and the air was filled with a heavy, bloody stench. ===== CHAPTER 1539 =====