Relying on this invincible momentum, the group actually managed to break out of the encirclement and headed deeper into the mountains. However, there were only seven or eight Shadow Guards left. Including Mo Hua, Zhuo Jing and the others, they were all riddled with injuries. Only Ye Li, who was protected in the middle, did not suffer any external injuries other than looking a little tired.
There were few traces of people in the deep mountains and forests. Even if the enemy had thousands of people, it was not easy to find a few people hiding in such a vast forest. The next morning, the group had already gotten rid of their pursuers. However, at the same time, they were deep in the mountains and did not know where to go. They could only move in a general direction. Including her previous life, Ye Li had never been in such a difficult situation. Although she had experienced much worse conditions in her previous life, that was on the premise that her body was still very healthy. But now, because of her pregnancy, even if it did not affect her movements, her mental and physical strength were clearly not able to take it. The first three months of pregnancy was a dangerous period. It was not suitable for vigorous activities. Although it was only a day, Ye Li was still faintly uncomfortable. She was very clear in her heart that if she was not careful, she could very likely lose her first baby.
They found a relatively flat and hidden place to rest. The group ate some dry food and water. Lin Han said, "As long as we don't meet any pursuers, we will be fine if we leave this place." Wei Lin shook his head and said, "Although we don't know the exact location, but from the position of this mountain, no matter which direction we go, we will be very far away from Prince and the Mohist army. And if we go back the way we came … … we will very likely meet some pursuers. "Ye Li thought for a while and said," Lin Han, you go back alone and find Prince. "Lin Han disagreed and said," If we go back to ask for help, we only need to send a Shadow Guard. This subordinate will be able to help if I stay here. "Ye Li shook his head and said," No, the way back will be very dangerous. I will only be at ease if you, Zhuo Jing or Wei Lin go back. And now that we are deep in the mountains, as long as we are careful and hide, the chances of encountering a large group of pursuers is very small. Go quickly and come back quickly … If anything happens to the people on the way back, no one will know that we are here. When the time comes … "Wei Lin patted Lin Han's shoulder and nodded. Lin Han glanced at everyone and could only nod. "Yes, this subordinate will definitely find Prince as soon as possible!"
Ye Li nodded. "Be careful on the road."
After sending Lin Han off, everyone rested in this relatively flat area for a while. Ye Li was sitting under a big tree. She leaned against the trunk and looked up at the sky through the layers of shade. The corners of his lips lifted into a wry smile of self-mockery. How embarrassing … in this world. = =
She knew that she was not strong enough. This was the era of cold weapons. Compared to those top experts, her inner strength was not strong enough, and her qinggong was not good enough. On the battlefield, compared to those truly exceptional generals, the military theories she had learned were of no use. She only relied on a completely different way of thinking from ordinary people. This time, in the confrontation with Jhennam Of Gojoseon, she seemed to have the upper hand, but she knew in her heart that in a situation where the military forces and reserves were completely equal, it was very likely that she would be defeated in at most three months. She also understood that … in fact, she could have chosen to live in a more relaxed and comfortable way. As a woman, no one could say that she was wrong. But … in the end, she still could not completely see herself as a weak woman in this era. She watched men fight for their lives outside, while she enjoyed the extravagant food and clothing provided by them with a clear conscience. Even when she was in such a difficult situation, she did not regret it. At least … she had done what she could and did not stay in the capital and wait to be captured by Mo Jingqi and used as a chess piece to threaten the father of her child.
Supporting herself against the tree, Ye Li stood up and walked to the fire on the side. The night of early winter was already very cold. The three Shadow Guards who were busy roasting meat and cooking soup saw Ye Li come over and quickly stood up. Ye Li waved her hand and said, "Everyone is tired. Don't be so polite. Sit down. " The Shadow Guards had clearly never met such a master before. They looked hesitantly at Zhuo Jing who was sitting on a tree with his eyes closed. Mo Hua had taken people to go hunting. They could only seek the opinion of Zhuo Jing, who was also a Shadow Guard. Sensing the Shadow Guards' gazes, Zhuo Jing opened his eyes and glanced at them. He said, "We will listen to the princess's orders." Only then did the three of them sit down again. They continued with their work in silence. Compared to before, their expressions were much more reserved.
Ye Li smiled faintly and reached for a branch to poke at the fire. She picked up a skewer of bird meat that had been roasted on the fire and threw it onto a tree branch. Wei Lin, who was hanging upside down on the tree, reached out and caught it. Without saying anything, he took a bite and ate it. Zhuo Jing, who was on the tree on the other side, was drooling. "Princess Consort …" Ye Li raised her eyebrows and threw another skewer over. Zhuo Jing cheered and ate happily. Ye Li turned back to look at the Shadow Guards who had a shocked expression at their interaction. She smiled and said, "Everyone is hungry. Eat first. When Mo Hua and the others return, we will roast theirs." Zhuo Jing bit into the roasted meat as he mumbled, "I said … when I go out to hunt, I will definitely be faster than … Commander, cough cough … Mo Hua …"
It seemed that because of the interaction between Ye Li, Zhuo Jing and Wei Lin, the atmosphere gradually eased. Ye Li endured the smoke and grease from the fire and ate the roasted meat in her hand without any appetite. A Shadow Guard looked at her and took out two fist-sized red wild fruits to give to Ye Li. He said shyly, "I picked this on the way. If Princess does not mind, please eat this." Ye Li smiled and took it. She wiped it and took a bite. The slightly sour and sweet fruit made her feel much better. She nodded and smiled at the Shadow Guard. "Thank you."
The Shadow Guard's face turned red and he hurriedly said he did not dare.
As she ate the wild fruit, she looked at the Shadow Guards who were curiously examining her. Ye Li smiled faintly and asked softly, "I've implicated you this time. Are you afraid?"
These Shadow Guards were all young and outstanding youths. If they were reorganized in the future, no matter if they were placed in the Black Cloud Cavalry Mohist army or the Qi Lin, their future would be limitless. But this time, almost all of them had been sacrificed with her.
"Not afraid!" The Shadow Guard who gave Ye Li the wild fruit said loudly, "It is the glory of the Shadow Guard to be able to die for the Prince and Princess Consort."
"Nonsense," Ye Li said softly. "You do not want to live first. Why do you want to die for loyalty? If you all die, who will not be loyal to the Wang fu? " The three youths looked in puzzlement at Ye Li. What Princess Consort said was clearly different from what they had been taught since they were young. They could not understand. "Does Princess Consort mean that we should be afraid of death and flee at the last moment? Even though we are not the Black Cloud Cavalry or the Mohist army that is famous in the countries, we will not do such a thing. "The three youths clearly did not agree with Ye Li's words. Ye Li said with a smile, "Death, there are those that are heavier than Mount Tai and those that are lighter than a goose feather. If you give up your life for a small matter or slit your throat because of a small setback, then even if you are loyal, it is foolish loyalty. If you have done everything you can for the greater good, for your ideals, for your beliefs, but can only sacrifice yourself in the end, then even if you die and lose, you are still a true warrior. "The three youths were thoughtful. In reality, the Shadow Guard and people like them had an unwritten rule. For example, if they failed an important mission, many people would apologize with their lives. As Shadow Guard, they had seen many examples like this. They even had the same thoughts. Therefore, even though they were sad that they had to protect Princess Consort's brothers who had died, they were mentally prepared. If something happened to Princess Consort, they would all apologize with their lives. But hearing Princess Consort's words, it seemed that Princess Consort felt that their actions were not correct.
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