The approaching soldier was dressed in a loose robe and galloped past the front of the battalion, heading straight for Hu Bugui and the others. Lin Wanrong could clearly see that this was one of the scouts sent by Xu Zhen to investigate the Hu's movements. For the sake of safety, these twenty to thirty people were all disguised as Turks.
When the soldier reached Lin Wanrong, he hurriedly dismounted and respectfully cupped his fists. "Reporting to General, there is an urgent military report from the frontlines."
"Speak!" Lin Wanrong sternly waved his hand.
"General Xu has ordered this lowly officer to report. Early this morning, the Turks on the outskirts of Kizil have already set off. There are a hundred thousand elite soldiers and ten thousand carriages of rations personally led by the State Advisor of the Turks, Lu Dongzan, and they are currently heading south. "
Lu Dongzan had learned his lesson and would not repeat Bayanhaote's mistake. These rations were personally escorted by a hundred thousand elite soldiers, so there would definitely be no problems. Lin Wanrong nodded. "Where are these one hundred thousand Turks now?"
The scout anxiously replied, "When General Xu ordered this lowly officer to return, the Turks had already advanced more than a hundred li."
The return journey of a scout would take several hours, so if there were no accidents, the one hundred thousand Turks should be around two hundred li away from Kizil. Lu Dongzan's advance was truly fast.
"How many cavalry did Lu Dongzan leave behind for Kizil?" Lin Wanrong sternly asked. This was the question he was most concerned about and he had repeatedly instructed Xu Zhen to find out the answer before he left.
The soldier nodded. "According to our reports, Lu Dongzan has chosen tens of thousands of elite cavalry to stay in Kizil. Adding on the original garrison of Kizil, there are at least twenty thousand of them. "
Just as Hu Bugui had predicted, Lu Dongzan had really left twenty thousand soldiers behind. The twenty thousand Turk cavalry galloped through the plains like an invincible gale. Deep in the plains, behind the Turks, Lu Dongzan had left behind such a large force. From this, one could see how cautious he was.
"Big Brother Hu, what do you think?" Lin Wanrong glanced at Old Hu, seeking his opinion.
Hu Bugui thought for a moment, then slowly nodded. "Twenty thousand elites guarding Kizil is indeed enough. If we want to attack the Turkic royal court, we will need at least forty to fifty thousand people. On the grassland, who could have such great power? Lu Dongzan is indeed astute and scheming! "
There was no need to mention the Turkic state teacher's shrewdness. In the current situation, if they wanted to capture Kizil, they could not use force, only intelligence.
"Thankfully, there's still the Sheep Hunting Conference. We've made it at the right time," said Gao Qiu with a chuckle.
That's right, there was still this sheep hunting contest. Lin Wanrong sighed. "No matter what, we still have to deal with the ever-changing. Based on the current speed of the Hu advance, by noon tomorrow. They should already be three hundred li away from Kizil. Before noon tomorrow, Xu Zhen would definitely make another report. At that time, if nothing unexpected happens, we can pick up our pace and kill our way to Kizil. "
"Good!" Everyone yelled confidently. Hearing that Lu Dongzan had already led his army south, the burden hanging in their hearts was finally lifted. Everyone's spirits were instantly lifted. They had crossed the desert, crossed the snowy mountains, and traveled thousands of li, just for this moment.
"General, I still have something to report." After everyone had dispersed, Hu Bugui pulled Lin Wanrong and said in a low voice.
He had seen him acting so secretively. Lin Wanrong smiled. "Big Brother Hu, if you have something to say, just say it. Why so secretive?"
Old Hu chuckled. "— — It's about Yujia!"
"Yujia? What about Yujia? "Lin Wanrong asked curiously.
Hu Bugui sighed. "General, after your conversation with her yesterday, she seems to have changed into a different person. This girl seemed to have changed into a different person. She didn't speak or smile, and she didn't even eat water or dry food. It's already been twenty-four hours! "
"Hunger strike?!" Lin Wanrong's eyes flashed. Thinking of the haggard appearance of the fairy last night, his heart ached. He snorted angrily. "If she wants to go on a hunger strike, then let her be. I don't have the time to serve her."
Hu Bugui said cautiously, "This Hu girl is our captive, but also our enemy. I didn't want to care about her at first. But to attack the Turkic Royal Court, we have to rely on her. General, don't forget, the Sheep Hunting Meeting will be held in three days, and the highlight is Yujia. If she is on her last breath, wouldn't all our efforts be in vain?! "
Regardless of whether Lin Wanrong admitted it or not, Old Hu's words made sense. At this time, Yujia was of utmost importance to their attack on Kizil. If something went wrong at this time, it would be a great loss.
"Brother Hu, what do you want me to do, just say it," Lin Wanrong said seriously.
Old Hu laughed dryly, then said in a low voice, "General, at this critical moment, please make a small sacrifice — — I see that Yujia is willing to listen to you, please go and talk to her. Even if she wants to go on a hunger strike, she should wait until after we attack Kizil! "
Lin Wanrong's eyes widened. A small sacrifice? You put it nicely, but is this a small sacrifice?! You're clearly going to sacrifice my chastity, to use a honey trap!
"That's right, brother Lin." Old Gao had clearly received Hu Bugui's hint, and he also added fuel to the fire. "We all know that you are full of righteousness, and you don't do evil. But at such a critical moment, for the sake of China, for the sake of Advisor Xu, and for the sake of our tens of thousands of brothers, please think of the bigger picture, and caress Yujia — — oh, no, comfort her. As long as we get through these three days, everything will be fine. Don't worry, only I and Old Hu know about this. I, Gao Qiu, swear on my honor that we won't tell anyone. "
"Yes, yes, we won't tell anyone." Hu Bugui hurriedly nodded, his expression very serious.
These two perverts! Lin Wanrong inwardly snorted. At such a critical moment, they only want to sacrifice my chastity, do they think I'm such a casual person?! But if Yujia wants to go on a hunger strike, it really is a difficult matter. I don't know if the Turkic Right King, Tusuozuo, will happily eat the sheep when he sees the dying Yujia, or will he fight me in a rage? It really is difficult!
Old Gao blinked his eyes, then moved in front of him. "Brother Lin, have you thought about it? At this time when our country is in danger, the hopes of our brothers are all on you. "
"Don't talk nonsense." Lin Wanrong kicked his buttocks, laughing. "You want me to do such a wicked thing? You really have a bad conscience! "
Gao Qiu sternly shook his head. "Yujia likes to talk to Brother Lin, you are going to comfort her, you are going to save her, how can this be called wicked?! Don't tell me if we don't help her while she is on a hunger strike, is that virtuous? — — Old Hu, don't you think so? "
The two people winked at each other, colluding with each other. Lin Wanrong did not know what to say. But there was no doubt that Yueya 'er could not die at this moment. He helplessly waved his hand. "Where is that girl?!"
"Here, here, General, please follow me!" Hu Bugui was overjoyed. He anxiously led the way.
In truth, when he saw Yueya 'er, even Lin Wanrong was shocked. Was this still the bright eyed, white teeth Turkic girl who was as beautiful as the new moon?
Yujia's entire body was tightly bound with ropes, her loose robes were wrinkled and dug into her flesh. Her pure white arms were covered with blood. Her lips were pale and cracked, without the slightest trace of blood. Her beautiful face was as white as paper, and she lay powerlessly on the ground. Her beautiful body was like a tree that had lost its vitality, and could wither at any moment.
"How could this be?!" Lin Wanrong was shocked. Even in the most difficult environment of the Sea of Death, this Turkic girl was still full of vitality, beautiful and moving. Every frown and smile was like the beautiful crescent moon on the horizon. She was clearly a green little tree, how could she wither like this in the short span of a night?!
"Who tied her up like this?" Lin Wanrong's face was expressionless, his face as black as charcoal.
Hu Bugui stammered a few times, and after a long while, he said in a small voice, "General, it seems that you personally tied her up yesterday. You also said that without your orders. No one is allowed to untie her! "
It seemed that this was indeed the case. Lin Wanrong angrily rubbed his nose. He really was too angry yesterday, and did not care that Yujia was a woman. He did not show any mercy when he tied her up. The ropes were tightly bound, and her hands and arms were tied behind her back, sinking deep into her flesh. She could not move at all. If she remained in one position for a long time, her blood circulation would not be smooth. She also had to travel a long distance. Let alone Yujia, even a strong man would not be able to endure this. Furthermore, she had just left the snow mountain desert, and her body was already extremely weak. After being tortured like this, even the most vibrant little tree would silently wither.
Old Hu and Gao Bugui's worries were not without reason. Based on Yujia's current condition, in less than three days, this girl would really die.
"General, should we untie her?" Hu Bugui carefully asked.
"No need!" Lin Wanrong waved his hand, angrily snorting, "She deserves to play tricks in front of me!"
Hu Bugui did not dare to speak. Old Gao gave him a look, and the two retreated.
Yujia lay quietly on the ground, motionless, her eyes closed, her long eyelashes like soft willow branches, and her pale and cracked lips without a trace of blood. She was wearing a warm robe personally woven by Qiaoqiao, but there were several places where it was torn, revealing her jade-like skin.
Standing next to this Turkic girl, one could not feel the slightest breath of life. The crescent moon that had been lively yesterday, now seemed to have turned into a cold stone, without the slightest warmth.
The Sea of Death, the peak of Heaven Mountain, all the memories replayed in front of him like a movie. Lin Wanrong's brows were deeply furrowed, his expression solemn, and he could not say a word for a long time.
"Does General Lin not have a solution?" Old Hu and Gao Qiu hid far away, hiding in the grass to spy. Seeing that Lin Wanrong was silent, Hu Bugui was also shocked, "What should we do, Yujia can't die at this time, she has to wait until we conquer Kizil!"
Gao Qiu chuckled, "Don't worry, how much do you know of brother Lin's methods? When has he ever failed? Don't be fooled by his silence, but the look in his eyes is more powerful than ten thousand sweet words. Old Hu, take your time to learn. "
Is he really so powerful? Hu Bugui stuck out his tongue in shock.
After a long silence, Lin Wanrong silently shook his head, slowly reaching out to touch Yujia's waist.
"What — —" A rustling sound awakened the sleeping Yujia. She weakly called out, hurriedly opening her eyes, only to see Lin Wanrong's face right in front of her.
"Why is it you?!" She stared blankly for a moment, then her eyes turned sharp.
"Drink some water." Lin Wanrong smiled, taking the water pouch from her waist and bringing it to her mouth.
The Turkic girl stubbornly turned her head away, "No! What are you doing here?! "
This water pouch had originally been cut by a sharp flying stone, but Yujia had found a thick thread from somewhere and tightly stitched up the gap. The stitches were neat and tidy, but the color of the thick thread that she had found in a hurry did not match the color of the water pouch. From afar, it looked like a patch had been placed on it.
"I heard that you're on a hunger strike?!" Lin Wanrong did not answer her question, but instead asked her a question.
Yujia coldly snorted, "This has nothing to do with you. What are you doing here?! "
Lin Wanrong sighed, then said with a smile, "Actually, I'm here to lie to you!"
His words were so shocking that even the talented Turkic girl was shocked, "Lie to me? Lie to me about what?! "In her panic, even the coldness from before had disappeared.
"My brothers said that you're on a hunger strike. They are very concerned about you and felt that you might listen to me. So, they told me to coax you, to say a few nice words, to have you drink more water and eat more rations. That's all. I hope you don't blame them. Actually, everyone has good intentions. "Lin Wanrong spread his hands with a smile, looking very sincere.
"Nonsense!" Yujia gritted her teeth, "Who would listen to you?"
Lin Wanrong shook his head with a smile, "You won't listen to me? It seems like they were wrong. Actually, you can't blame these brothers. It's probably because of the things you've done on this journey that they misunderstood you. I won't hide it from you, even I almost misunderstood you!! "
The Turkic girl's face was cold, "Is that so, even you misunderstood?! Old Wo, don't you think that lying is a very shameless thing to do? "
"Alright, I admit, it is very shameless!" Lin Wanrong nodded, "But everyone in the world knows of this trait of mine. I believe that Miss Yujia has heard of it. So, you don't need to be so shocked — oh, do you want to drink water?! I'm a little thirsty. "
He waved the water pouch at Yujia. The Turkic girl gritted her teeth and did not speak. Lin Wanrong did not stand on ceremony. Putting the water bag to his mouth, he gulped down half of the water in a few big gulps.
Why was this person so restless? Yujia was dazed, not knowing whether to laugh or cry.
Lin Wanrong let out a few long sighs of satisfaction and said, "Miss Yujia. Actually, there is one thing. I have always wanted to ask you. You can choose not to answer, but if you choose to answer, I hope that you will not be as shameless as me, alright? "
There was a smile in his eyes as he spoke mysteriously. Yueya 'er did not know what he wanted to ask. But the topic of the roving bandits was very mysterious, and she could not find a reason to refuse. She thought for a while before nodding slightly and making a sound of assent.
"Miss Yujia. Have you heard of my name before?! Oh, I mean, before I came to Helan Mountain. "Lin Wanrong stared at her and smiled.
Yujia's eyes flashed and she said in disdain, "Old Wo Zong? An unknown name, just a nobody, how could I have heard of it before? "
"Oh, so you have heard of my other name?! I understand, I understand. "Lin Wanrong nodded and laughed.
Yueya 'er glared at him angrily, "What do you understand?!"
"I understand what you know about me!" Lin Wanrong laughed and said unhurriedly.
His words were like tongue twisters. Yu Jia was stunned and couldn't help but lower his head.
"Miss Yujia, are you familiar with Brother Lu Dongzanlu?!"
The Turkic girl nodded slightly, "So what?!"
Lin Wanrong sighed, "Actually, nothing much. I just want to know, when did you start to be interested in me and prepare to act against me?!"
"What, what did you say?!" Yueya 'er said in shock.
Lin Wanrong laughed, "Miss Yujia, don't you think lying is a shameless thing?!"
That was what Yu Jia had just said to him, and he had thrown it back at him, word for word. The Turkic girl gritted her teeth, "I don't understand what you are saying."
"Look into my eyes!" Lin Wanrong said slowly, a cold smile hanging on his lips, but there was an unquestionable majesty.
Yueya 'er glanced at him and saw the coldness and disdain in his eyes. She lowered her head and snorted, "What's there to look at — you haven't even wiped your eyes clean!"
"Don't interrupt!" Lin Wanrong said angrily. He couldn't help but secretly wipe his eyes a few times, "Miss Yujia, it seems that you still can't beat me. I am shameless, I can admit it in front of the world. But what about you? "
"What about me?!" Yueya 'er looked at him, anger on her face.
Lin Wanrong said coldly, "Must I say it?! Miss Yujia, do you dare to say that you have never seen me in Xing Qing Prefecture? Raise your head, look into my eyes! "
"White-eyed? I don't want to see it! "Yujia angrily lowered her head and refused to answer his question.
Lin Wanrong laughed and suddenly stopped. He said angrily, "It doesn't matter if you don't want to see it. That day at Xingqing Manor, I know very well who wanted to kill me and Marshal Li. Who appeared in time in Bayan Haote? Who suddenly appeared when I needed a doctor the most? Who was so easily captured by me? Who designed a series of plots against my character? Who put on a show in front of me again and again? Who likes to play the game of conquering and being conquered? The long series of events, in fact, is tied with a tight rope. Someone is controlling everything from behind — Miss Yujia, am I right?! "
He snorted angrily and sneered at the corner of his mouth. It was as cold as the snow on Tianshan Mountain.
Yujia stared at him blankly. She was shocked, hateful, angry, but also a little surprised. Her deep blue eyes were filled with all kinds of colors. It was very complicated.
"You can choose not to answer," Lin Wanrong sighed, "I won't force you. After all, sometimes, some things can't be faked. However, you better not play this game of hunger strike. I'm afraid you can't take it. "
"Pfft." Yueya Er mysteriously opened her mouth and laughed. Her beautiful face was like a flower, "How do you know that my hunger strike is also fake?!"
"How can it be real?" Lin Wanrong was annoyed. He threw the water bag in front of her, "Such a bright lipstick mark is right there. At most, it will only take two hours! I am confused. You can drink without your hands? Are you a god? "
"I am not a god." Yujia smiled. She bit the stopper of the water bag and twisted it open. The clear lake water slowly overflowed, "We Turks grew up on horseback. Even if our hands and feet are tied, there are other ways. I have a mouth and can do many things! "
Can do many things?! Lin Wanrong's mouth opened wide. Is this girl trying to tease me again?
Yueya Er suddenly sighed. Her expression was lonely, "Can you tell me, how did you find out that I lied to you?"
"Actually, it's not worth much." Lin Wanrong giggled and said, "It's because I'm a straightforward person. In order to prevent myself from suffering losses, I'll always be more vigilant to prevent myself from being cheated by others."
"I see." Yujia nodded, "You have lied to many people, so you have become vigilant. You have to prevent yourself from being lied to first. I am a small cunning person. Meeting a big liar, serves me right. "
What small cunning person meeting a big liar? Why are you being so direct? Lin Wanrong chuckled. "As for seeing through you, apart from what I said earlier, it was also because you were too eager. You should know that I am a person who is known for being strong and upright, and not being tempted by anything. How could I be tricked by you so easily? "
Yujia blushed and sighed, "Others say you are frivolous, lecherous, and ignorant. But they are all wrong. They only see the surface. Just like my hunger strike. You are observant and think carefully. How many people have eyes like yours? What you have today is not only because of your thick skin, but also because of your intelligence and wisdom. Lu Dongzan is right. Lin San, you are a very smart person. Yujia admires you. "
Crescent Moon's expression was soft. This was the first time she called Lin Wanrong by the name that made him famous in China. But in Old Attack's ears, he did not feel comfortable. There was a strange sense of loss in his heart.
"Same here." Lin Wanrong cupped his fists and laughed, "Gazing at the highest mountain in the world, you dare to dream of conquering it? Young Lady Yu Jia, I truly admire your temperament and integrity. Of course, your acting skills are much better than I thought. Many times, I even thought what you said was true. "
This person's face was really thick. Yujia nodded, "You are also very good. You can counter every move. It is all fake, but you always make people feel that it is all real. Lin San, do you treat every woman like this? No wonder you can trick so many women in China, and all of them are so loyal to you. You are really good. Even when you are fake, you are sincere! "
Cough, cough, don't talk nonsense. Fairy sister is still listening on the side. Lin Wanrong smiled awkwardly. Although the two of them did not lie to each other, the battle of words was sharper than before.
Crescent Moon was silent for a long time and suddenly sighed, "Lin San, can you be honest for once? Please tell me, how many days does Yujia have to live?!"
"Ah?!" Lin Wanrong gasped and blinked, "What life, what are you talking about? I don't understand. "
The Turkic girl looked at him angrily, "I won't lie to you. Why are you still lying to me? Did you forget, I am a doctor? From the moment you lured that fox-like woman over and shot me in the back, I already knew. "
The fox-like woman she was talking about was naturally Sister An. So Yujia knew everything and I was the only one in the dark. This girl's intelligence and scheming are truly unfathomable.
"You are talking about this? I don't really know." Lin Wanrong laughed, "When Sister An does things, I never get involved. Right, you are a miracle doctor that I admire. You should be able to cure this, right? "
The Turkic girl did not nod or shake her head. She glanced at him and sighed, "You clearly know everything. Yet, you pretend you don't know anything. You're really shameless to the extreme. You are asking me if I can cure it or not? Then let me ask you, if I can cure it or not, which result do you prefer?! "
How am I supposed to answer such a difficult question? Lin Wanrong opened his mouth. But he could not say anything.
"Forget it. I know you are in a difficult position." Yujia smiled, "After this, I finally understand. Lu Dongzan is right. In your character, there are both good and bad points. But, you are more real than anyone else. China needs people like you. We don't need to fight with you. "
Are all Dahua people like me? How is that possible? Where are we going to find so many beauties to share with them? After talking with the real Yujia for a while, he realized that this Turkic girl has a forthright side.
Yujia glanced at him and sighed, "There is one more thing. Thank you for taking me on the Silk Road. It was the happiest and most interesting time of my life. Although I do not know why you know so many things, you have taught me one thing. The world is truly vast. "
"Yes, yes, the world is really big, so you can't just limit your vision to one place. For example, China! "Lin Wanrong hurriedly advised.
Yujia's face turned cold, "You are already at the gates. What's the point of telling me this now?!"
"You Turkic forced me to do so. Do you think I don't want to go home and play push-ups with my wife?" Lin Wanrong's face also turned cold.
As the two spoke, the conflict of viewpoints between two opposing races was revealed. It was almost irreconcilable.
"Forget it, forget it. Let's not talk about these boring things. It's rare to be able to talk openly with you like this." Lin Wanrong waved his hand and sighed, "In fact, you are one of the smartest girls I have ever met. If you were not a Turkic, we could really be good friends. I will not hide it from you. In this world, I have a lot of money, beauties, and wives, but I do not have many friends. "
"Why? Can't a Turkic be friends with you?! What kind of logic is that? "Yujia snorted, her stubbornness returning.
"Don't ask me for logic." Lin Wanrong snorted and waved his hand in dissatisfaction, "The logic is in the hands of you Turkic!"
"You-" Yujia stared at him with wide eyes. She was angry and embarrassed at the same time, but she did not know how to argue.
Strangely enough, now that he had changed the topic with this Turkic girl, he felt an indescribable sense of relief. Laughing, he patted Yu Jia's face twice and said, "Alright, I won't talk to you about this anymore. I'll be a bit busy these next few days, so be a good girl and don't make me gag your mouth again."
"Busy with what? Busy with taking down my court? "Yujia's eyes flashed with coldness.
Lin Wanrong helped her sit up and loosened her arms a little, but the rope was still tied. He smiled and said, "So what if it is? Do you think I am here for a vacation? Rest well. "
He hummed a song and walked out, his expression indescribably relaxed. Yujia gritted her teeth and said softly, "Old Lao-"
"Ah?" Lin Wanrong turned around and was surprised.
The Turkic girl calmly nodded and said, "Come here, I have something to say to you."
Lin Wanrong approached her with confusion. Before she could react, she felt the crescent moon's soft jade-like lips brushing against her face like a dragonfly skimming the surface of the water. It came quickly and left even faster.
Yujia's face was pale, but her expression was firm, "Remember, Yujia will not lose to you like this!"
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