Chapter 874 Encountering robbers and breaking out of the siege
Zhu Biao nodded in agreement, and then discussed with Zhu Han the training and safety plan for the envoys. The two of them repeatedly considered every detail, from marching routes, logistical supplies to emergency response measures, striving to be foolproof.
Time flew by, and in the blink of an eye, the envoys were ready to go. On the eve of their departure, Zhu Biao personally hosted a banquet to see them off. During the dinner, he looked at these warriors who were about to embark on the journey affectionately, and his heart was full of gratitude and reluctance.
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"You heroes, you are about to go to the border to find out the reality for our Ming Dynasty. I know that this trip is dangerous and dangerous, but I deeply admire your courage and responsibility." Zhu Biao's voice was low and powerful, "I represent my father.
Together with the people of Ming Dynasty, I extend my highest respect and deepest blessings to you. May you have a safe journey and return in triumph!"
The envoys stood up and saluted one after another, with firm light shining in their eyes. "Don't worry, Your Highness, we will live up to your trust and complete our mission to the death!" Their voices rang through the night sky and echoed over the East Palace.
Early the next morning, the envoys set out on their journey under the watchful eyes of Zhu Biao and Zhu Han. They were burdened with heavy responsibilities, but had no fear in their hearts.
Zhu Han, Zhu Biao and his party embarked on the journey to the frontier. Their hearts were full of expectations for the future and anxiety about unknown challenges. Although careful preparations had been made, the journey was long and full of variables, and no one could predict it.
What difficulties will be encountered?
As the team went deeper into the interior, the mountain roads became more rugged and the weather became unpredictable. One afternoon, the sky suddenly became dense with dark clouds, thunder rumbled, and a heavy rain was coming. Zhu Han and Zhu Biao stood on a high place, looking out
Looking at the rolling dark clouds in the distance, I couldn't help but feel a little worried in my heart.
"Uncle Emperor, looking at the weather, I'm afraid there's going to be a heavy rain." Zhu Biao frowned, his eyes revealing concern for the team.
Zhu Han nodded and said in a deep voice: "Yes, we must find a shelter from the rain as soon as possible, otherwise the old, weak, sick and disabled in the team may not be able to bear it."
While the two were discussing countermeasures, a spy hurried over and reported nervously: "Sir, the mountain road ahead has been washed away by a flash flood and cannot be passed!"
As soon as these words came out, Zhu Han and Zhu Biao's expressions darkened. This meant that the team had to take a detour, which would not only increase the itinerary, but may also encounter more unknown dangers.
"Immediately send scouts to explore the new route, and at the same time notify the team to prepare to camp for shelter from the rain." Zhu Han ordered decisively, with no doubt in his tone.
The team took action quickly, and the scouts spread out to look for possible roads; the soldiers were busy setting up tents to prepare for the coming heavy rain. However, at this moment, a burst of rapid horse hooves broke the tense and orderly atmosphere.
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A scout ran over covered in mud with an anxious expression: "Sir, it's not good! We found traces of bandits, and they seem to be approaching in our direction!"
Zhu Han and Zhu Biao looked at each other, with a trace of solemnity flashing in their eyes. The appearance of the bandits undoubtedly made the already difficult trip even worse.
"Send the order, strengthen the vigilance, and prepare for the attack of the bandits." Zhu Han said solemnly, and at the same time looked at Zhu Biao, "Your Highness, let me handle this. You can go into the tent with the team to take shelter from the rain, just in case.
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Zhu Biao shook his head and said firmly: "Uncle Emperor, as the prince, how can I retreat at this moment? I want to share the joys and sorrows with the soldiers."
Seeing this, Zhu Han felt a surge of admiration in his heart.
"Okay, then we will face this challenge together." Zhu Han nodded in agreement, then turned to the general beside him and ordered, "Deploy defenses immediately to ensure the safety of the team."
The generals took the order and quickly organized the soldiers to build fortifications and prepare to meet the enemy. Zhu Han and Zhu Biao stood at a high place and watched closely what was going on around them.
"Be on alert! There's a situation!" A sentry warned loudly, and all the soldiers instantly entered a combat state, holding their weapons tightly and looking like burning eyes.
Zhu Han and Zhu Biao exchanged a quick look, then stood up and walked towards the direction of the sound. In the distance, they saw a group of black figures approaching quickly, with the sound of horse hooves roaring and dust flying.
"It seems that we are in trouble." Zhu Han said solemnly, but there was no panic in his tone. He turned to the general beside him and ordered: "Get ready for battle, and make sure everyone is safe."
The general took the order and went away, quickly organizing soldiers to set up defenses. Zhu Han and Zhu Biao stood at a high place, watching closely the group of approaching black figures. As the distance got closer, they finally saw the true face of those black figures -
—A group of well-equipped robbers with fierce eyes.
"It's a robber!" a soldier exclaimed, with a hint of fear in his voice.
Zhu Han raised his hand to signal him to be quiet, his eyes as sharp as a hawk, scanning the robbers' movements. Facing such an enemy, any panic could lead to disastrous consequences.
"Your Highness, it seems that we have a tough battle to fight tonight." Zhu Han said to Zhu Biao, his tone revealing unquestionable determination.
Zhu Biao nodded, holding the sword tightly, his eyes flashing with determination. "Uncle, don't worry, I will advance and retreat together with the soldiers."
Soon, heavy rain poured down, and the world was in chaos. The bandits took advantage of the rain and launched a fierce attack on the team. Arrows flew like raindrops, and the soldiers raised their shields one after another, forming a solid line of defense.
The robbers soon surrounded the camp. The leader was a big man holding a long knife, his face full of flesh, and his eyes shining with greed and ferocity. "I opened this road and planted this tree. If you want to pass on,
Keep the money to buy the road!" He shouted loudly, his voice like thunder.
Zhu Han sneered, slowly pulled out his long sword and pointed it at the leader of the robbers. "I am the disciple of Prince Zhu Biao of the Ming Dynasty. How dare you block the road and rob me at such a young age?"
When the robber leader heard this, a trace of surprise flashed in his eyes, but it was immediately replaced by greed. "No matter if you are a prince or a prince, if you fall into the hands of grandpa today, you have to leave something behind before leaving!"
After saying that, he waved his hand, and the robbers charged on horseback and rushed towards the camp. Zhu Han and Zhu Biao were not afraid, and rushed forward, fighting side by side with the soldiers. For a moment, the lights of swords and shadows were heard, and the shouts of killing were loud.
Move the ground.
Zhu Han's swordsmanship was exquisite, and every blow hit the enemy's vital points; Zhu Biao was extremely powerful, and enemies fell down one after another as he swung his sword. Under their leadership, the soldiers' morale was greatly boosted, and they started a fierce fight with the robbers.
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However, the robbers were numerous and well-equipped, and the battle was extremely fierce. Although Zhu Han and Zhu Biao were brave and invincible, they could not withstand attacks from all directions. As time went by, the soldiers' physical strength gradually became exhausted, and the defense line began to collapse.
"Your Highness, we must find a way to break out of the encirclement!" Zhu Han said loudly to Zhu Biao, with a hint of anxiety in his tone.
Zhu Biao nodded in agreement, and the two quickly exchanged glances, already thinking about it. They used force at the same time and rushed in two different directions to attract the attention of the robbers. When the soldiers saw this, they also followed suit, and they all
Spread out in all directions, trying to break out from all directions.
Zhu Han sneered, slowly pulled out his long sword and pointed it at the leader of the robbers. "I am the disciple of Prince Zhu Biao of the Ming Dynasty. How dare you block the road and rob me at such a young age?"
When the robber leader heard this, a trace of surprise flashed in his eyes, but it was immediately replaced by greed. "No matter if you are a prince or a prince, if you fall into the hands of grandpa today, you have to leave something behind before leaving!"
After saying that, he waved his hand, and the robbers charged on horseback and rushed towards the camp. Zhu Han and Zhu Biao were not afraid, and rushed forward, fighting side by side with the soldiers. For a moment, the lights of swords and shadows were heard, and the shouts of killing were loud.
Move the ground.
Zhu Han held a long sword and went into battle to kill the enemy in person. He had a strong posture and sharp swordsmanship, and every sword hit the enemy accurately. Zhu Biao stood aside and supported the front line with bows and arrows. His archery skills were superb, and every sword hit the enemy accurately.
An arrow can hit the target accurately.
However, the robbers were numerous and well-equipped, and the battle was extremely fierce. Although Zhu Han and Zhu Biao were brave and invincible, they could not withstand attacks from all directions. As time went by, the soldiers' physical strength gradually became exhausted, and the defense line began to collapse.
"Your Highness, we must find a way to break out of the encirclement!" Zhu Han said loudly to Zhu Biao, with a hint of anxiety in his tone.
Zhu Biao nodded in agreement, and the two quickly exchanged glances, already thinking about it. They used force at the same time and rushed in two different directions to attract the attention of the robbers. When the soldiers saw this, they also followed suit.
Spread out in all directions, trying to break out from all directions.
When the robbers saw this, they immediately became confused and pursued them one after another. Zhu Han and Zhu Biao took the opportunity to kill several robber leaders, completely destroying the morale of the robbers. Under the leadership of the two, the soldiers finally found a breakthrough.
, and rushed outward with all his strength.
After a hard fight, the team finally succeeded in breaking out. However, this battle cost them a heavy price - many soldiers died in this dense forest. Zhu Han and Zhu Biao looked at those fallen comrades,
My heart is filled with grief and anger.
"This revenge must be avenged!" Zhu Han said through gritted teeth, with cold murderous intent flashing in his eyes.
Zhu Biao nodded in agreement, his eyes showing the same determination. "Uncle, don't worry, I, Zhu Biao, will definitely make these robbers pay the price!"
The night was like ink, the stars were hidden, and the entire camp was shrouded in deep darkness. Although they had just repelled the attack of the robbers, the air was still filled with tension and uneasiness. Zhu Han and Zhu Biao knew that this was just a trip to the frontier.
A small test among many crises, the real danger may be yet to come.
"Go down the order, strengthen the vigilance, take turns on duty, and don't let up at all." Zhu Han solemnly ordered the general beside him, his voice seemed particularly firm in the night wind. The general took the order and quickly conveyed the order to
every soldier.
Zhu Biao looked at the general's leaving figure, his brows furrowed, and his heart was full of worry. "Uncle Emperor, this border land is really full of dangers. Our trip may not be easy."
Zhu Han nodded and looked deeply. "The borderland has always been a battleground for military strategists, and there are many natural crises. But because of this, our trip is even more significant. Only by experiencing these crises personally can we better understand
The actual situation on the border helped the Ming Dynasty develop a more practical border defense strategy."
Hearing this, Zhu Biao felt a surge of pride in his heart. "What the emperor said is true. As a prince, I should be brave enough to take on responsibilities and not be afraid of difficulties. No matter how difficult and dangerous the road ahead is, I will move forward without hesitation."
However, the crisis was not reduced by their efforts. Just as they were about to continue moving forward, there was a sudden sound of rapid horse hooves in front of them. Immediately afterwards, a scout covered in dust ran over and reported in a panic.
Report: "Sir, a large number of enemy troops have been found ahead. They are large in number and well-equipped!"
As soon as these words came out, the entire camp suddenly fell into a state of tension. Zhu Han and Zhu Biao quickly exchanged a look, and they both understood the seriousness of this crisis. Facing such a powerful enemy, it is obviously not wise to fight head-on.
Therefore, they decided to adopt a smart strategy.
"Send the order, and the whole army will immediately go into hiding and not make any noise." Zhu Han ordered decisively. The soldiers acted quickly and followed the order. The entire camp soon returned to calm, as if no one had ever existed.
Later, Zhu Han and Zhu Biao personally led an elite team and quietly moved in the direction of the enemy. They planned to use the cover of night to sneak into the enemy's interior and find loopholes for a surprise attack.
The night was like thick ink, covering the earth silently. Zhu Han and Zhu Biao led an elite team, using the cover of the moonlight, to shuttle silently through the dense forest. Every step they took was extremely cautious.
His heartbeat gradually accelerated as the distance got closer, but his face remained unusually calm and firm.
"Uncle Emperor, the enemy's camp is ahead." Zhu Biao lowered his voice and said to Zhu Han, with a bit of nervousness and expectation in his eyes.
Zhu Han nodded and scanned the surroundings sharply. After confirming that his whereabouts were not exposed, he slowly spoke: "Biao'er, the purpose of our trip is to explore the enemy's situation and we must not act rashly. Remember, our first priority is to come back alive.
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Zhu Biao nodded heavily to express his understanding. "Uncle, don't worry, I will act with caution."
The two continued to move forward, and when they approached the enemy camp, they could vaguely hear whispers and patrol footsteps in the distance. Zhu Han signaled the team to stop. He listened carefully for a moment, and after confirming the patrol route, whispered to Zhu Biao
Said: "Let's go around here and try to avoid the patrols."
Following Zhu Han's instructions, the team members dexterously bypassed the patrol route and quietly approached the enemy's main camp. Zhu Han and Zhu Biao hid behind a boulder, observing the situation in the camp through the firelight of the camp.
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"Look over there, those big tents should be the residences of enemy generals." Zhu Han pointed to a few gorgeously decorated tents not far away and said with some certainty in his tone.
Zhu Biao looked in the direction of Zhu Han's finger and nodded. "If we can sneak into those tents, we may be able to obtain important information."
Zhu Han pondered for a moment and shook his head. "The risk is too great. Once discovered, we may not be able to escape unscathed. Our mission is to explore, not to spy."
