The wind outside the small building swept through the bamboo forest, bringing up waves of rolling blue waves. The maids came in and out, bringing wine and food into the small building one by one.
It was not only the Queen of Underworld who was surprised in the building, but also Ke Yun, who was temporarily acting as a guard beside her, was also shocked.
Xiao Shizhu, a ghost from a foreign land, not only helped them resolve the crisis of being besieged, but also helped them clean up the Fengdu ghost soldiers who followed the will of Emperor Fengdu and massacred the ghosts living in them. This spirit was too selfless.
After hearing this, Queen Huang Quan and Ke Yun not only found it incredible, but also felt that Xiao Shizhu was a human soul worthy of their respect.
For a moment, they all felt that Xiao Shizhu looked taller when he was sitting than when he was standing.
Little did he know that this was Xiao Shizhu's little trick. He was sincere in helping them, but the purpose of doing so still concealed Xiao Shizhu's selfish desires.
It was just that Xiao Shizhu was filled with righteous indignation and covered it up tightly.
"Ke Yun." After a while, when Xiao Shizhu was filled with righteous indignation, Queen Huang Quan came to her senses. The first thing she did was to give a decisive order to Ke Yun beside her: "From today on, you and your
The ghost soldiers under his command obey the orders of the Son of God until he leaves the underworld."
"Yes." Ke Yun first responded without hesitation out of a soldier's instinct, but then hesitantly said: "But Queen, the war here in the Holy Land has just ended, and defenses and redeployments need to be strengthened everywhere. Now
Is it too early for me to leave...".
"My profound strength has been restored, and the feeling of powerlessness caused by the Physical Weakness Flower has completely disappeared. I can do a good job in defending the Holy Land and reorganizing the troops from various places." Queen Huangquan smiled nonchalantly, took out a military talisman and handed it to the maid.
, signaling the other party to send it to Xiao Shizhu.
"Ke Yun is the general who sent you to the Holy Land. Her station is also the closest to the territory of the Fengdu ghost soldiers in the land under my rule. As a general guarding the border, her understanding of the Fengdu ghost soldiers in Huangquan is very important.
Terrain within the territory
I am familiar with it, and it will be very helpful to you, the Son of God." I was also eager for Xiao Shizhu to propose that Queen Huangquan, who attacked the Fengdu ghost soldiers on her behalf, temporarily handed over part of the military power to Xiao Shizhu without even the slightest hesitation.
Xiao Shizhu took the rectangular brass soldier talisman from the maid's hand, looked left and right briefly, and then put it away in his sleeve.
"By the way, I haven't asked the Son of God yet, why did you come all the way to Huangquan?" After seeing that he accepted the military talisman happily, the Queen of Huangquan asked again.
Xiao Shizhu took a sip of wine, swallowed the mouthful of meat with the wine, and said to Queen Huang Quan: "Actually, I came to borrow troops to go back to the underworld to defeat Emperor Fengdu. It was also to keep me in the underworld.
The ghost country can come to trade with Huangquan."
"If I help you deal with the Fengdu ghost soldiers in Huangquan, will Queen Huangquan be willing to lend me the troops? Are you willing to put aside the hatred of being abandoned by the ancient gods and do business with me, the ghost country of the son of God?" Xiao Shizhu didn't either.
He didn't avoid anything, and he didn't go around in circles. He bluntly stated the purpose of his visit: "We also have our own specialties and can exchange various materials with you."
After hearing this, Queen Huangquan suddenly hesitated. She did not give Xiao Shizhu a straightforward and straightforward reply like before, but frowned and thought.
When Xiao Shizhu was still in the underworld, he had deduced that there would be such a possibility and was mentally prepared. At this time, when he saw Queen Huangquan, she was not in a hurry to reply, nor was she anxious. She was eating wine and meat leisurely, without being rushed and at the same time not anxious.
Go and keep an eye on the Queen of Hell.
In the silent building, there was a hint of embarrassment in the atmosphere. But Xiao Shizhu didn't care.
"You helped us. What's more, we don't have any hatred for the ancient gods. We hate the Emperor Fengdu who killed innocent people indiscriminately." After a long time, Queen Huang Quan frowned and said to Xiao Shizhu with some hesitation: "But the matter of borrowing troops for trade
, please allow me to discuss with the ministers. Many of us ghosts were born and raised in the underworld and have never seen the outside world. They may be afraid of this, but let me discuss with them."
Xiao Shizhu was not disappointed, but nodded readily and agreed.
This is not going out of the country, but going from one world to another. It really requires a lot of courage. Xiao Shizhu understands this. He is not so naive as to ask the Queen of the Underworld to repay her kindness with a drop of water and a spring of water.
"I will try my best to convince my subjects, please rest assured, Son of God. Even if you can't wipe out the butchers like the Fengdu Ghost Soldiers, I will try my best." Queen Huangquan paused and gave him a solemn guarantee:
"Please rest assured, even if you don't do so much for us, I will try my best to establish trade between our two worlds."
"Thank you." Xiao Shizhu's face remained unchanged, but his eyes showed gratitude.
In any case, his journey to the underworld has taken a step, and all that is left is to wait for the result. And even after the Queen of the Underworld discussed it with her subjects, no ghost was willing to fight for the underworld or do business with the underworld. Xiao
Dianthus did not gain anything from this trip.
At least he has established his authority among the ghosts in Huangquan, and the national master Yingying has obtained the grain of Yuliang. Xiao Shizhu feels that this trip is worth it; at least it will not be a loss...
A whole stack of information was piled like a mountain on the desk in front of the frowning Yingzhao, and there was still a lot of information on the way. When so much information was sent one after another, the menacing Fengdu Army and Xuan
The Imperial Army is not far from Shuoyue Island.
As for the reinforcements from Jiuyou Country, part of them has arrived, but most of them are still on the way. Even so, the small island has a limited territory and cannot accommodate so many troops. From regular troops to militias with all citizens, the island can mobilize as many troops as possible.
Just barely a million.
One million was still barely enough. Facing an army of nearly five million, Yingzhao really didn't know what words to use to encourage the generals and lieutenants sitting below him.
For a moment, the lobby of the military government office fell into silence. The depressing atmosphere made everyone feel panicked.
However, their military honors and ranks were all gained with swords and guns on the battlefield, so they were not afraid of the Fengdu Army. Just think about this island, even if the old, young, women and children were evacuated in advance, there would still be hundreds of thousands of them.
Young adults, and many family members of generals and officials who are unwilling to retreat and want to live or die with the island.
Swords have no eyes. Once the war begins, no one can guarantee that you will see familiar people and faces the next day.
This is the source of the depressing atmosphere and panic.
"Everyone, you are all veteran generals who have followed my lord in various conquests. You are also the warriors who have guarded Shuoyue Island with me Yingzhao twice." After a long time, Yingzhao looked directly at the generals below and spoke first to break the long-standing silence.
Silence, said very calmly
: "I don't doubt your loyalty and courage, and neither will the court or the lord. But the Mother of the Country asked me to give you a choice. Whoever doesn't want to die here can leave tomorrow with the last group of old, young, women and children to evacuate.
here.".
After a pause, Yingzhao stood up, then looked straight ahead at the generals who were thinking secretly, took a deep breath and said: "You don't have to have any psychological burden. I know that the enemy is pressing down tenfold. In such a tense situation,
Everyone wants to survive desperately. The mother of the country also understands, so she will give you this last choice. Think about it carefully. Once you decide, you can leave tomorrow."
After Yingzhao finished speaking, he bypassed the handsome case and walked slowly behind the main hall door. He stood behind the threshold and looked into the distance.
The weather was perfect today, with a clear blue sky and white clouds over the sea. From the oncoming wind, Yingzhao felt a touch of moisture, which hit his face with the wind.
The long mane on his neck swayed in the wind. The refreshing cool breeze made him feel temporarily refreshed and relaxed.
As far as the eye can see, on the sea in the distance, there is a large fleet that seems to be filling up the sea. Under the escort of sea cavalry and Guanyuecha, it is heading here.
The weather is good, but it is only temporary. Within four or five days, under this towering green mountain, this beautiful island like a crescent moon on the sea and the surrounding deep water will become ferocious and terrifying.
At that time, the fishy wind will spread and the smoke will fill the air. The clear sea water will be dyed red, and the towering green mountains will be covered by flames. The beauty of sparkling waves and evergreen vegetation will no longer exist.
Screams, shouts of death, gunshots, cries, gunshots, and the sharp sound of sharp arrows streaking through the air will replace the sweet sound of the wind and the chirping of birds in the mountains.
Yingzhao could already imagine how tragic the island would be by then.
He also didn't want his men to die in vain again, but they were soldiers, and soldiers had to defend their territory and fight hard. They had to be brave for the sake of their home and family behind them.
But Yingzhao also understands fear, so he will respect the choices of the lieutenants behind him. After thinking about it, Yingzhao said calmly: "The mother of the country, I, and the lord all have the same meaning. No matter how you choose
We will not think you are cowardly, let alone question your bravery. But please remember, my lord and our country will never lose. The ten continents and six seas in the underworld will one day be filled with our country's flower flags.
of!".
The mountain wind blew again, passing Yingzhao and blowing behind him, spinning in the lobby.
General Pi and his lieutenants, who had been thinking for a long time, raised their heads, and all the hesitation on their faces disappeared. The generals with firm expressions turned to look at Yingzhao, who had his back to them.
"I believe in the commander-in-chief, and even more in the lord and the mother of the country, so I will not withdraw. I am willing to live and die together with my brothers on the island." The first person to stand up was the newly promoted deputy general Yu Xuan. A few years ago
He is still just the guard general of Yingzhao.
In both Shuoyue Island defense battles, he performed very well, killing enemies bravely and accumulating countless military assets. A few days ago, he led his troops to the northeastern waters of Shuoyue Island, and cleared the enemy's maritime supply points for this battle.
A lot of seized weapons and supplies were transported back.
Yingzhao reported this to Yuque Palace and promoted him to the new deputy general.
His words resonated with other generals, and they spoke one after another, saying: "Don't worry, Commander, the island is here when we are here."
"Isn't there nearly five million enemy troops? It's not like we have never fought against the Northern Yin Dynasty's army."
"That's right, kill as many as you come."
"When the muskets are empty, we can use crossbows. When the crossbows are gone, we can go into battle naked. This island cannot be crossed by Fengdu's army."
"We live and die together, we share adversity. I am here on the island!"...
These powerful and firm words were deafening and enlightening. Yingzhao's heart was filled with excitement, and his eyes were filled with excitement.
"Yes, we live and die together. The Fengdu Army cannot even think of crossing Shuoyue Island, nor can they even think of planting the dragon flag of the Northern Yin Dynasty on the island." Yingzhao turned around slowly and looked around with a firm expression.
His subordinates said again: "Let us create a miracle together, a miracle and history that can be recorded in the annals of history."
"No!" The generals with solemn faces hurriedly straightened their robes, saluted in unison, and responded without hesitation.