boyutpedia Chapter 227 Ambush on a Perilous Path
Chapter 227 Ambush on a Perilous Path
The official road of Xijing Kingdom winds into the distance, gleaming with a warm yellow light under the sun. General Li, riding a tall, black steed, stands upright like a majestic mountain peak, firmly seated in his saddle. He wears black armor, which gleams coldly in the sunlight, and a sharp longsword hangs at his waist, its hilt adorned with a gem that emits a deep, mysterious luster. Behind him is an elite force, each soldier spirited and resolute, escorting a carriage laden with congratulatory gifts as it slowly moves forward. The gifts, wrapped in exquisite silk, carry the best wishes of Nanzhao Kingdom for the new life in Xijing Kingdom.
"Everyone, stay alert! Although the journey may seem peaceful, we must not let our guard down!" General Li's deep and powerful voice resounded like a bell throughout the ranks, its authority and warning sending a chill down the spines of every soldier. General Li rode a tall and imposing warhorse, his posture upright as a pine tree, his eyes sharp and alert as he vigilantly scanned his surroundings, not missing a single corner where danger might lurk.
Upon hearing General Li's order, the soldiers in the ranks responded without hesitation, shouting in unison, "Yes, General!" The response was uniform, loud, and resounding, as if it could pierce the clouds. The determination and strength it revealed left no doubt about their resolve to uphold their mission.
However, just as everyone was focused on moving forward, danger descended silently like a ghost. As the group slowly advanced into a dense and secluded mountain forest, suddenly, a sharp, piercing whistle pierced the sky, instantly breaking the peaceful atmosphere. This unexpected turn of events startled everyone present.
General Li's expression instantly turned grave. Relying on his years of battlefield experience and keen intuition, he immediately realized the situation was dire—the whistle meant they had been ambushed! Almost simultaneously, General Li swiftly drew the incredibly sharp longsword from his waist without hesitation. With the movement of his arm, the sword was drawn, a flash of cold light, followed by a clear and melodious dragon's roar that resonated through the mountains and forests for a long time.
No sooner had the words left his mouth than a group of bandits surged out of the forest. Wielding large knives and with fierce expressions, they charged towards the group like a tidal wave. The bandits' clothes were tattered, some even patched, but their eyes revealed greed and ruthlessness.
"Protect the congratulatory gifts!" General Li ordered again, his voice carrying an unquestionable authority.
The soldiers reacted swiftly, forming a tight circle to protect the carriage. Their spears stood erect like a forest, gleaming coldly, ready to meet the bandits' attack.
Undeterred, the bandits roared and brandished their broadswords, charging madly towards the soldiers. The air was thick with shouts and the flashing of blades. General Li led the charge, plunged into the bandit ranks, his swordsmanship fierce and sharp, each strike accompanied by a whistling wind, making him difficult for the bandits to withstand. He moved with agility, weaving through the bandits with ease, his longsword flashing and gleaming. In no time, several bandits fell beneath his blade.
"Kill!" General Li roared, his voice filled with power and determination, a roar that seemed to intimidate all enemies.
However, the bandits outnumbered the soldiers, and the soldiers gradually found themselves in a fierce battle. One soldier was accidentally slashed in the arm by a bandit's broadsword. He cried out in pain, but still gripped his spear tightly and continued fighting. Another soldier was surrounded by the bandits. He parried attacks from all sides, and although he had already sustained multiple wounds, his eyes remained resolute, showing no sign of retreat.
General Li was extremely anxious upon seeing this. He knew that he had to defeat the bandits as soon as possible, otherwise He Li's safety would be seriously threatened. He looked around and found that the bandit leader was hiding in the rear directing the operation, and an idea immediately came to him.
"You hold the line, I'll go and capture the king first!" General Li shouted to his soldiers.
Having said that, he spurred his horse on, and with a neigh, the steed charged towards the bandit leader like an arrow released from a bow. The bandit leader, seeing General Li charging towards him, showed a hint of panic, but quickly regained his composure. He brandished his spiked club, preparing to fight.
General Li charged at the bandit leader, and without a word, thrust his sword. The bandit leader hastily parried with his spiked club; with a clang, sparks flew. The two exchanged blows in a fierce duel. General Li's swordsmanship was exquisite, each move aimed directly at the bandit leader's vitals; the bandit leader wielded his spiked club with ferocious power, his defense impenetrable.
"You bandit, today is your death day!" General Li roared, unleashing the move "Rainbow Piercing the Sun," his longsword piercing towards the bandit leader like a bolt of lightning.
The bandit leader quickly dodged to the side, but was still grazed on the arm by General Li's sword. He cried out in pain, a sense of fear creeping into his heart. In that moment of distraction, General Li seized the opportunity and thrust his sword into the bandit leader's chest.
"Ah!" The bandit leader screamed and fell to the ground, dying instantly.
The bandits watched helplessly as their leader was killed and fell to the ground, instantly plunging them into panic. Their once orderly formation crumbled into chaos, everyone bewildered and at a loss. At that moment, our soldiers astutely seized upon this opening and launched a fierce attack without hesitation. In an instant, the soldiers' morale soared, each one like a tiger descending the mountain, charging menacingly towards the bandits. Their battle cries echoed through the heavens, seemingly shaking even the surrounding forests.
Faced with such a fierce offensive, the bandits completely lost the courage to resist and fled in panic. In just a short while, these usually arrogant and domineering bandits had vanished without a trace, disappearing completely into the depths of the mountains and forests.
"Phew..." General Li let out a long sigh of relief, raising his hand to gently wipe away the mixture of sweat and blood from his face. His gaze slowly shifted to the neatly arranged, undamaged congratulatory gifts, and the huge weight that had been hanging over his heart finally settled down.
At this moment, a soldier ran quickly to General Li's side and asked with concern, "General, are you injured?" General Li shook his head slightly and replied with a smile, "I'm fine. Everyone has worked hard! Quickly go and check on the casualties of our brothers, and then we'll hurry on our way."
Upon receiving the order, the soldiers immediately sprang into action, quickly and meticulously examining their comrades on the battlefield. After a flurry of activity, the results were in—fortunately, most soldiers had only suffered minor abrasions or bruises, with no serious injuries. After simple bandaging, the unit resumed its advance.
General Li rode his tall horse at the head of the column, occasionally glancing back at the forest behind him where a fierce battle had just taken place. A barely perceptible hint of vigilance lingered in his piercing eyes: "Although we escaped unscathed this time, the journey ahead will likely remain fraught with difficulty. We must be extra careful!"
As the group moved further and further away, the forest where the fierce battle had taken place returned to calm, as if nothing had ever happened.