Neither of them dodged. This was a direct battle. There was no room for retreat. Just like that, the two fists collided head-on.
Golden mist filled the air and light shone.
"Boom!"
A loud explosion could be heard.
Shockwaves rolled.
But this was not the end. Just as this sound rang out, another equally loud sound rang out, causing the entire throne room to tremble …
…
Not far from the palace entrance.
The palace guards and the men in black were already locked in battle. This was a battle of overwhelming numbers. There were simply too many of them.
However, the battle did not seem to be leaning towards one side.
It was a stalemate.
Almost a thousand men in black blocked the advance of the palace guards. Even though they were retreating, they did not retreat. Instead, they slowly retreated in an orderly fashion.
King Duan Lin Xinjue stood behind the city guards. His expression did not look too good. The men in black in front of him were not ordinary.
They were well-trained.
Be it in attack or defense, they were in perfect formation.
"Kill! What are you waiting for? Attack together! No matter the price, we must tear an opening! "King Duan's voice was close to a roar.
However, the advance of the palace guards was still very slow.
Fang Zhengzhi and Yan Xiu stood at the side, watching this scene calmly. However, Ping Yang was clearly getting impatient. There was a trace of anxiety in her clear eyes.
"Hey, shameless fella, think of something!" Ping Yang could not help but urge Fang Zhengzhi.
"Something? What is it? "Fang Zhengzhi was confused.
"Think of a way to defeat these men in black!" Ping Yang said anxiously.
"Why do we have to defeat them?" Fang Zhengzhi asked.
"Uh … this … what other reason is there? If they block the palace guards, won't we not be able to save father? "
"We don't have to defeat them to save the emperor."
"We don't have to defeat them? How? "
"Split up. Leave a team to hold them back while the rest charge in." Fang Zhengzhi looked at Ping Yang helplessly.
"Uh … That works too?" Ping Yang was stunned for a moment, and then seemed to react.
King Duan Lin Xinjue naturally heard their conversation. Instantly, King Duan Lin Xinjue shuddered.
Divide the troops?
That's right, why didn't I divide my forces!
This was the imperial palace, and the place was spacious. There was no need to waste time with these people here!
Lin Xinjue's eyes lit up. According to normal military tactics, the first thing to do was to clear out the obstacles in front of them. Once a team of enemies was left behind, it would be equivalent to a lone army penetrating deep into enemy territory.
Even if they did manage to charge in, they would be in danger of being attacked from the front and rear when the enemy forces finished off the troops that were left behind.
But …
The current situation was obviously different.
This was the Flame Capital City, the home of the Emperor. As long as they could rush into the palace in the shortest time possible, they would be safe even if they were surrounded by enemies.
At this point, Lin Xinjue felt as though a door had opened in his heart.
However, Fang Zhengzhi was the one who opened the door for him. This made him a little unhappy. As the leader of the army, he actually needed an 'outsider' to remind him.
This was undoubtedly a humiliation.
However, given the current situation, he could not continue wasting time here. As such, he could only swallow this humiliation, as though he had swallowed a fly.
"Divide the troops, divide the troops immediately. General Wang, stay behind. The rest of you, follow me into the palace!" Lin Xinjue's face was a little red, but he still gave the order quickly.
"Yes!"
…
In the attic outside the palace.
A figure quickly scuttled over from the direction of the royal palace before landing behind Su Qing. His expression was one of extreme respect and admiration.
"Sir, King Duan has already charged into the palace!"
"Oh? That's faster than I expected. How did he do it? "Su Qing heard the report from the figure behind him and was slightly surprised.
"Divide the troops into two!"
"I see. It seems like King Duan has made some progress in studying the art of war in his residence for more than a year!" Su Qing nodded.
"This … the idea of dividing the troops was suggested by Fang Zhengzhi."
"Fang Zhengzhi? I understand. Although it is slightly earlier than planned, our preparations are almost complete. Pass down the order, let's begin! "Su Qing heard this and narrowed his eyes.
"Yes!" The figure immediately retreated.
At this moment, Su Qing looked at the walls of the palace again. Then, he slowly turned around and walked down the attic.
The dozen or so black-clothed men who had been standing behind Su Qing immediately followed.
At the same time, a black eagle-like beast flapped its wings and flew into the sky like a ray of light. In an instant, it disappeared without a trace.
…
Flame Capital City, East City Gate.
The city guards at the city gate were on guard nervously. Although there were all sorts of loud noises coming from the direction of the palace, their duty was to guard the city gate.
No one dared to slack off.
At this moment, a strange figure appeared in the darkness. It was a figure completely hidden in the darkness. Their feet were wrapped in thick cloth, and their spears were also covered in black cloth.
"There … there are enemies!" A surprised voice rang out from above the city gates. Even though these figures were all dressed in black, they were still quickly discovered when they neared the gates of the Flame Capital City.
As the capital of the Great Xia Dynasty.
The city guards guarding Flame Capital City had not encountered such a situation for many years. A large number of black shadows had made their way to Flame Capital City?
How ridiculous!
"General, there are enemies!"
"What?!" A deep voice rang out. Then, a middle-aged man in bright armor walked quickly to the edge of the city wall.
When he looked over, his eyes widened in an instant.
"How is this possible? This is Flame Capital City, the center of the Great Xia Dynasty. Why would there be a sneak attack? Why didn't anyone report this in time! " The middle-aged man looked at the scene in front of him and the large number of black figures flying towards him. He was shocked and could not understand what was going on.
"General, the sky is too dark, and the enemies are all in disguise. We can't see the exact number of people. Furthermore, almost 90% of the city guards have followed King Duan into the palace. What should we do?" The patrolling soldier on the city wall immediately reported what he saw.
"Quick, pass down the order, close the city gate!"
"Yes!"
"All city guards, listen up. As soldiers of the Great Xia Dynasty, no matter how many people there are, we must defend Flame Capital City with our lives. Anyone who disobeys will be executed!"
"Yes!"
Military orders rang out one after another. However, this did not stop the black figures from approaching. As the black figures appeared in his sight, the middle-aged man's expression changed completely.
This was because, looking down from the east gate of Flame Capital City, all he could see were black figures. Furthermore, there seemed to be no end to them.
"How could this be? How could so many people enter Flame Capital City? "The middle-aged man's face was pale. He was very sure that this was a premeditated sneak attack.
Or rather …
This was a war!
"Quick, go to the palace and inform King Duan!"
"Wait!" Just as the middle-aged man was giving the order, a voice rang out behind him. Then, a figure walked out.
"Lord Su?!" When the middle-aged man saw the young man appear on the city wall, it would be impossible for him not to be surprised.
This was because it was Su Qing.
The governor of the Northern Lands Five Constabularies, Su Qing!
The news of Su Qing entering Flame Capital City had already spread throughout Flame Capital City. However, this did not mean that the middle-aged man felt that Su Qing should appear here.
"General Li!" Su Qing nodded and walked to the side of the middle-aged man.
And behind him, there were more than ten men in black. Each of their faces was covered with a black cloth, and their bodies exuded a cold aura.
"Lord Su, this is an emergency, I will …"
"General Li, you don't have to say anymore, I know!" Su Qing interrupted General Li and walked quickly to the side of the city wall. He looked at the countless black figures that appeared in his sight and frowned, "I didn't expect the Northern Barbarians to hide a hundred thousand soldiers in the Great Xia Dynasty!"
"What?! 100,000! " General Li was shocked when he heard this. He looked at the black figures flying over from outside the city wall. Under the night sky, the only thing he could be sure of was that there were many of them.
But …
100,000?!
This was simply an impossible matter.
After all, this was Flame Capital City, the territory of the Great Xia Dynasty. How could they hide 100,000 soldiers? How was this any different from a fantasy?
General Li did not believe it. However, Su Qing had accurately identified the identity of the Northern Barbarians. This forced him to be cautious.
"What are you waiting for, General Li? The Northern Barbarians have always been ruthless. 100,000 soldiers must have come prepared. The Flame Capital City's army alone is not enough to defend them. Now that there are Northern Barbarians causing trouble in the palace, General Li should immediately light the fire beacons and gather all the troops to defend Flame Capital City! "Su Qing looked at General Li's shocked expression and suggested calmly.
"Light the fire beacons? This … without the Emperor and King Duan's orders, I can … "General Li was sweating profusely when he heard this.
Fire beacons to summon the troops!
This was a huge matter.
Without the Emperor's orders, how would he dare to make such a decision?
"Nonsense, haven't I made myself clear enough? The Northern Barbarians have already caused trouble in the palace. How can the Emperor give an order? If General Li delays any further, how will the citizens live in peace when Flame Capital City is breached? Can you bear the consequences of shaking the foundation of the Great Xia Dynasty? "Su Qing's expression darkened.
"Of course not. However, what if the enemy does not have 100,000 soldiers and is just doing it on purpose …" General Li hesitated.
"General Li, are you doubting my judgment?" Su Qing interrupted General Li once again. His eyes flashed with a chilling light.
"I dare not, but …" General Li shook his head immediately.
"General Li, do you know why I came all the way here from the Northern Lands?" Su Qing stared intently at General Li.
"Isn't it because of the Crown Prince …"
"Of course not! As the Chief of the Northern Lands Five Constabularies, I received a secret report that the Northern Barbarians are going to cause trouble. That's why I came here in advance. As for the Crown Prince, how could I have predicted it? "Su Qing repeated.
"This …" General Li's heart wavered when he heard this.
He had only heard rumors about Su Qing's arrival. As for the truth, he naturally did not know. However, Su Qing said that he could not have known about the Crown Prince in advance.
Just based on this …
General Li was somewhat convinced.
Could it be that the Northern Barbarians really had 100,000 soldiers hidden in the Great Xia Dynasty? If that was really the case, then all of this would truly be too terrifying.
Any delay would definitely result in the extermination of one's entire family.
"The situation is urgent. General Li, do you want to delay any further? Once the Flame Capital City is breached, the people will be in deep trouble. The Great Xia Dynasty will be in danger! "Su Qing urged when he saw General Li's hesitation.
"Official Su … I believe what you said. However … without the Emperor …" General Li bit his lips. His body was drenched in sweat.
The Flame Capital City was surrounded by soldiers.
The situation in the palace was unclear. It could be said that it was a critical time of "internal and external threats". Any decision could result in a huge contribution.
However, if a decision was wrong, it would result in the extermination of one's entire family.
How could he make a decision so easily?
He hesitated. He was extremely hesitant.
However, at this moment, a ray of light appeared in his eyes. A cold ray of light. That was the light from the sword.
Under the illumination of the moonlight, it carried with it a strong chill.
Most importantly, this ray of light was right in front of him. It was so close that he had no way of dodging it. He had no way of defending himself.
"Slash!"
The sword pierced his throat. Blood gushed out.
"The situation is urgent. General Li is indecisive and useless. I have already executed him on behalf of King Duan!" Su Qing's voice rang out.
At the same time, he raised the sword in his hand.
An arrow of blood spurted out from the tip of the sword, forming a bloody flower in the air. Drops of fresh blood flowed down the blade of the sword.
General Li's eyes were wide open.
He never expected that Su Qing would kill him. Furthermore, he did it in front of so many city guards.
"Gulp!" He wanted to say something, but he could no longer speak. He could only cover his throat with his hand and fall to the ground.
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