"This … this … this must be an army of over ten thousand, right?"
On top of the Serpent Spirit Mountain.
Flying Snake and Yin Batian led the remaining disciples of the Seven Cultivators of True Virtue to the edge of the cliff and looked down at the army that surrounded them. Even from such a distance, they could see that the ground was full of people. Flying Snake's eyes couldn't help but twitch in shock.
At this point, he no longer dared to underestimate the strength of the Great Tang army. Previously, he thought that the Seven Cultivators of True Virtue had the advantage in terms of timing, location, and manpower. If the Imperial Army wanted to capture them, they would have to suffer at least several thousand casualties. But today, Li Zexuan, Dugu Xin, Dugu Feiying, and the Northern Yamen's Imperial Army taught him a lesson.
The loss of more than two hundred people was a huge number for Li Zexuan. But for Flying Snake and the Seven Cultivators of True Virtue, it was far from their initial expectations! Moreover, if Flying Snake hadn't abandoned his cultivation at the last moment and brought Seven Cultivators of True Virtue, who had recovered to his peak state, the Seven Cultivators of True Virtue might have already been destroyed by the Imperial Army.
"Hmph! That Li Shimin is really muddle-headed. He actually mobilized such a large army for the personal grudge between Li Zexuan and you, Junior Brother! Sigh! Fortunately, they didn't attack us. Otherwise, we wouldn't have been able to hold on even with the help of Seven Cultivators of True Virtue! "
Yin Batian frowned and sighed in a voice that only he and Flying Snake could hear. At this moment, he was somewhat regretting his decision!
"Senior Brother, I'm afraid that we can only hold on until the end of the mountain! Previously, the food reserves of the sect were enough to feed all the disciples for half a year. Now that we've gone through such a big battle, less than half of the disciples are left. The food reserves are enough to last us for more than a year! As long as the Imperial Army doesn't attack us, we'll be safe for another day ~! "
Flying Snake turned around and looked at Yin Batian with a worried expression.
Yin Batian shook his head helplessly and said, "What else can we do besides holding on until the end of the mountain? The food consumption rate of the army of ten thousand is much faster than that of us, right? "
Flying Snake nodded and said, "That's right! But, Senior Brother, just in case, we have to let the disciples dig some traps on the mountain path tomorrow. Otherwise, if they really attack us, we'll only have Seven Cultivators of True Virtue left to rely on ~! "
"Mm ~! What Junior Brother said makes sense! "
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"Husband ~! Hubby! You're back ~? "
Li Zexuan couldn't bring himself to feel happy at the thought of how Dugu Xin's guards had desperately covered his retreat on Snake Spirit Mountain. He dragged Da Bai along and returned to his home in Yongle City listlessly. As soon as he entered the house, Han Yuxi, who had been lying on the stone table in the front yard waiting for him, hurried over with a joyful expression and grabbed his hand.
Li Zexuan's heart warmed. No matter how much wind and rain he had experienced outside, when he returned to this home, he could receive the greatest comfort and support from his wife and other family members. He squeezed the soft hand in his hand and then pulled Han Yuxi into his arms. He closed his eyes and said tiredly,
"Mm ~! Wife, I'm back! "
Smelling the fragrance of Han Yuxi's hair and feeling her heartbeat, Li Zexuan's chaotic heart instantly calmed down. Home was really the harbor of everyone's soul!
"Hubby, you … Hubby, what's wrong with you ~? Did something happen to you? "
Even if this person was her husband, it was still inappropriate for her to be hugged by someone of the opposite sex in public! Hence, Han Yuxi instinctively wanted to break free. However, as the saying went, husband and wife were of the same mind. She quickly sensed her husband's exhaustion and heartbreak. Hence, she gently patted Li Zexuan's back and asked gently.
"Mm ~! That's right ~! Hubby, I implicated so many innocent people and caused them to die tragically today. Do you hate me ~? "
"Mm ~? Hubby, didn't you go to encircle the Seven Cultivators Sect these few days ~? Ah ~! Could it be … "
Han Yuxi recalled that Li Zexuan had been at Snake Spirit Mountain recently. She couldn't help but raise her head and exclaim in shock.
"My wife's guess is right. The army suffered heavy losses in the battle at Snake Spirit Mountain today. Many of our brothers died while covering for Dugu Xin and me as we retreated. I just returned from the palace ~!"
Li Zexuan sighed and let go of Han Yuxi. He took her hand and continued walking forward. As he walked, he said, "I'm a defeated general, and I even caused the death of so many brothers. I even hate myself now ~!"
Han Yuxi frowned, and her face was full of heartache. She raised her head and said, "Hubby ~! Although I'm a married woman, I know that victory and defeat are common in war. Hubby, you mustn't be discouraged because of a moment of disappointment ~! I believe that there's nothing in this world that can stop you ~!
As for the soldiers who unfortunately died, I will often go to the temple to burn incense and pray for them. If my husband feels guilty, you can take care of their families when you have time in the future. I believe that their souls in heaven will be very happy ~! "
When Li Zexuan heard this, he was suddenly enlightened. He smiled in relief and said, "Mm ~! My wife's suggestion is really good ~! Since things have already happened, there's no benefit in sighing in vain. It's better to do as you said and take some remedial measures ~! My wife, you're really my great benefactor ~! "
Han Yuxi said embarrassedly, "How can I be as good as you say ~? Hubby is just a bystander ~! Oh ~! By the way, Hubby, you didn't fight well this time. His Majesty didn't blame you, right ~? "
Li Zexuan shook his head and said softly, "No, he didn't ~! The situation of the Seven Cultivators Sect is special. The result of this battle would be the same no matter who went. His Majesty isn't an unreasonable person. Of course, he won't blame me ~! However, I lost so many brothers. Even if he doesn't blame me, I'll blame myself ~! Therefore, I still have to find a way to destroy the Seven Cultivators Sect ~! "
Han Yuxi knew that she couldn't persuade Li Zexuan to change his mind. She could only force a smile and said, "Hubby, you must be careful. You promised me before that you wouldn't personally take risks ~!"
Li Zexuan pointed to his head and said with a smile, "Of course ~! Don't worry, my wife, there's not much danger this time. Fighting doesn't only rely on the fist, but also the brain ~! "
After saying that, he looked around and asked, "Huh ~? Where's Father, Mother, and Lan 'er ~? Why don't I see them ~? "
Han Yuxi replied with a smile, "Father went to the teahouse to play chess. Mother was invited by Duke Lu's wife to watch a play. As for Lan 'er, she went to Cloud Mountain with Iron Egg yesterday. She said that she would help you build an academy and stayed at my father's place last night ~! I don't think she'll come back for the next two days ~! "
Li Zexuan nodded and said with a smile, "Well, it's good that they're all fine ~! I won't be at home for the next three days, so I'll have to trouble you to take care of everything at home ~! If Father and Mother ask, just tell them that I went to Uncle Niu's camp and that there's no danger. Tell them not to worry ~! "
"Okay ~!"
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