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Surprisingly calm, the speed of their feet became faster and faster, and the people around them were the same.
When they almost completely broke out of the encirclement, the other side seemed to have discovered the truth.
Jingwan heard some buzzing sounds, but she still heard someone roaring angrily. That person was probably the person in charge of Zhang Country. "… Trash, trash, hurry up and chase after them."
It was obvious that since the other side was fake, the real one must have taken advantage of this time to rush out.
Judging from the swaying torches everywhere, there was more than one group of people who broke out. Who knew which direction Qi Yuan's Prince Jin was in?
He spat and cursed, "You let him run away like this?" He was very clear that if he couldn't kill Qi Yuan's Prince Jin, when he returned, his head would be moved. "Trash, hurry up and chase after them!" He kicked the person closest to him.
He was angry not only because the other person ran away so easily, but also because he was so easily fooled and angry. He obviously knew that it could be a scam. No, how could he be fooled? It was obviously his group of subordinates who were eager for quick success and kept dispatching people!
Li Hongyuan ordered some people to stay behind to stop the attack, and the rest to continue forward. The torches in their hands were directly extinguished.
Without torches, the following path was naturally more difficult to walk. However, as long as it was not pitch-black, after their eyes adjusted a little, they could basically see the vague outlines of nearby objects.
Then, Jingwan realized that their speed did not slow down by much.
As they walked further and further, the sound behind them became weaker and weaker until they could not hear it at all. It was quiet. In the winter, there were very few insect sounds.
Suddenly, a ball of fire exploded in the sky. With the previous "battlefield" as the center, there was about a ninety-degree angle with the direction they were at. Although she had never seen it before, Jingwan knew that it should be a signal flare.
Gunpowder had long appeared in the history of Qi Yuan, and firecrackers had already been used. It was not surprising that there would be a signal flare.
Jingwan watched it disappear completely and did not retract her gaze.
"Wan Wan, don't worry. Our people are already trying their best to break out of the encirclement." Li Hongyuan said softly.
"Mm." Jingwan responded softly, her nasal voice was a little heavy.
They were basically shadow guards, and their lethality was originally very high. Although there were many enemies, if they wanted to, they could always kill their way out. Previously, they had been fighting with the people of Zhang because their master had not left. Now that their master was safe, and Zhang had sent a large number of people to chase after Li Hongyuan, as long as they were still alive, it would not be difficult to escape.. But they were not sure how many people would be left.
"Don't worry, Princess Consort. They're all elites under His Highness. It's not a problem for them to fight against ten people." Gong Mama also spoke out to comfort her.
"Mm." Jingwan responded with a smile.
However, that smile was extremely forced. The so-called 'one against ten' was probably under the situation of being defeated one by one. If they were besieged, how many people could do this? That was because they had a mortal body. They only had a pair of hands and two legs. They could block one or two sides, but how could they block three or four sides at the same time? Moreover, the Shadow Guards' attack power was indeed high, but they mostly walked the path of craftiness and focused on individual combat. Their battlefield had never been in such a situation.
Jingwan was not stupid. Even if she had never encountered shadow guards, there were similar occupations in her previous life. She could always find out from some channels that she could use. As the saying goes, different roads lead to the same destination.
In fact, there was no other way to mobilize so many shadow guards. There were not many guards in the Wang Residence. Although Li Hongyuan also had the ability to mobilize troops, those people were not involved in the things he had done before. To mobilize them, at least "official channels" were needed. Li Hongyuan was trapped. Although he could still barely communicate with the outside world, the people outside did not know his specific location. In this situation, he could only rely on shadow guards.
Jingwan leaned on Li Hongyuan's shoulder. They did not want her to know, so she would just pretend that she did not know.
However, Li Hongyuan and Jingwan's minds were connected and they could not understand each other better. Their bodies also had the most direct contact, so how could they not feel it?
— — They were shadow guards. It was their honor to die for their master. Li Hongyuan could not say such words to Jingwan.
"Rest for a while. Gong Jiu, take my pulse. "Li Hongyuan opened his mouth and said.
Jingwan heard this and did not care about anything else. "Ah Yuan, did the wound split open?" She asked anxiously as her hands gently touched the wound.
"Don't worry, it shouldn't split open. It just hurts a little." Li Hongyuan comforted her gently.
It was so dark that she couldn't see anything. Jing Wan could only quietly lean against a tree and watch the blurry figure moving.
Gong Jiu had practiced the skill of treating wounds in the dark. Just by feeling, he knew that Li Hongyuan's wound had split open a little and was bleeding a little. However, if it was any other time, he would not even frown, let alone cry out in pain. He would not reapply medicine until the matter was over.
Not only Gong Jiu knew, but the people around also knew that he did this to divert the princess's attention. In fact, it was very successful.
If it was any other time, they would probably think that he was treacherous. He actually shamelessly used the trick of injuring himself to gain the princess's sympathy. However, it was special now. No one thought that he was wrong.
They had more or less experienced their companions dying for one reason or another. It was only because of external reasons that their seven emotions and six desires were weak. It wasn't that they didn't have any. When they faced it for the first time, especially when their companions died for them, that kind of feeling was really so painful that they wanted to die.
The princess had not seen most of the shadow guards, but she had always cherished her life. So many people died, and it seemed to her that it was because of her. How could she feel good?
It was best to divert her attention. Although she was still worried about the prince, she knew that the prince's life was not in danger. Naturally, her emotions would not be so heavy.
She groped around and finished treating Li Hongyuan's wound. "Your Highness, don't worry. The wound is bleeding very little. It won't have a big impact."
"That's good." Jingwan breathed a sigh of relief. Speaking of which, she was also worried that she did not notice Li Hongyuan's "scheming".
Since he said that he wanted to rest, he would definitely rest. However, the conditions did not allow it. Li Hongyuan was not so particular. Li Hongyuan casually leaned against a tree and sat down. He pulled Jingwan into his arms and whispered to her. In short, he wanted to divert her attention. He basically knew what the situation of "this battle" was.
Originally, he chose to break out in the second half of the night, when people were most tired. In this way, it was not far from dawn now.
Jingwan did not even walk a few steps. She was not tired, but her mind was tense. Moreover, pregnant women were easy to be tired. Li Hongyuan kept talking to her, which imperceptibly soothed her nerves. When she relaxed, she was a little sleepy. However, she was worried and worried, so she could not sleep well.
If she could sleep well, she would definitely recover a lot when she woke up. Li Hongyuan exhausted his patience and coaxed Jingwan to sleep in the end.
By the time his voice had completely disappeared, the surroundings had quieted down once more.
Li Hongyuan turned his head and stroked Jingwan's hair from time to time. No one knew what he was doing. Obviously, he did not intend to get up and leave. Although this place was not far from the col, he was not worried because of that.
Some of the people who followed them were also closing their eyes to rest, and some were scattered around to keep watch.
Granny Gong untied the bag tied on her back. There was only a cloak in it. Originally, it was a burden during the breakout, but Granny Gong insisted on carrying it in case of an emergency. Obviously, it came in handy. She took it out and put it on Jingwan.
After this rest, when they got up again, the sky was already slightly bright.
After confirming the direction, they continued on their way without waking up Jingwan.
When Jingwan woke up naturally, the sky was already bright. She hurriedly asked Li Hongyuan to put her down. She did not know how long they had been walking, but no matter how good her husband's physical strength and arm strength were, he was still injured. Moreover, no matter how capable he was, he was not a machine. After a long time, lighter things would become heavier, and Jingwan's weight was not light.
Coincidentally, there was a small stream in front of them. They also needed to eat something to maintain their strength. After all, it was not completely safe now.
For the shadow guards, there was no need to worry about food in the wilderness. Even if it was winter, they would quickly bring back something that could be eaten out of the forest. The only problem was probably the taste. They were used to it. It was fine as long as there was something to eat. However, when the food was about to be handed to the two masters, they realized belatedly that it was very embarrassing.
Li Hongyuan looked at it with disdain. Jingwan accepted it in a good mood and even glared at a certain someone.
After putting it in her mouth, it did not seem that bad.
The specific location could not be confirmed, but it was generally clear. The people of Zhang did not want Li Hongyuan to return to the capital of Qi Yuan. For this reason, they did not hesitate to cut off the path where the garrison was, followed by the official road, and then the nearest village. In this way, their manpower would definitely be scattered. However, as long as they blocked the nearest path, there would still be a considerable number of people on each path. At least, it was far more than Jingwan's current manpower. Moreover, it was easier to be discovered in broad daylight. Therefore, the safer way was to bypass these places. In this way, they would have to cross the mountains and ridges on foot. This was not an easy task.
If Jingwan was not pregnant, this trip could be regarded as a hiking trip. Anyway, Jingwan's physical strength was very good, so it was not a problem at all.
Therefore, after thinking about it, Li Hongyuan decided to stay in place and move around. If they were careful, they would not be in danger of being exposed. Of course, unless they were extremely unlucky.
If they did not see them for a long time, Li Hongyuan's people would eventually find them. At that time, his side would have the advantage.
In the territory of Qi Yuan, no matter how arrogant the people of Zhang were, there must be a limit. If they dragged on for a long time, they would only be at a disadvantage.
Therefore, as long as there was no problem with Jingwan's body, Li Hongyuan was not in a hurry. At most, it would only take two or three days.
"… You will have to suffer." Li Hongyuan said to Jingwan.
"Suffer? Not really. In fact, this feeling is quite novel. " In her previous life, this kind of "activity" was very popular. Jingwan had participated in it once or twice. Of course, it was actually quite tiring occasionally. But it was different now. Everything was taken care of. It was just that it was inconvenient to wash up, and there was no change of clothes.
Originally, not to mention two or three days, even if it was a longer time without changing clothes, Jingwan had also experienced it in her previous life. Any discomfort could be forced to adapt.
However, in this life, Jingwan was born into a good family. It was not a top notch wealthy family. Her food and clothing were carefully taken care of. It was not that she did not change clothes for a few days, but she changed a few sets of clothes a day. For more than ten years, it was like this. Especially in Jin Wangfu, it was even more meticulous. Now, she always felt that her body was a bit itchy. Things like habits, even if you were forced to change, it was not something that could be changed in a short time. However, when there was nothing to do, she would nestle in someone's arms and let him tickle her. It felt quite comfortable.
Jingwan was comfortable, but Li Hongyuan was a bit tormented. Originally, when Jingwan was pregnant, he did not have many opportunities to "eat meat". This time, he had not eaten for a long time. Touching his wife's smooth and delicate skin, how could he not have any reaction?
However, he still did not have the right time, right place, and right people. At most, he could kiss twice to satisfy his craving.
On the third day of staying in the same place, a shadow guard came to report that there was a group of dozens of people coming in their direction. From their attire, they looked like ordinary villagers. Including the things in their hands, they were all used by farmers.
However, thinking about it, one would know how careless this disguise was. In this large piece of land, there were actually very few people. The nearest village was a few li away, and there were very few residents in the village. For dozens of young and strong men to appear out of nowhere, who would believe that there was nothing fishy? Even if it was the bandits of any mountain, it was impossible for them to be so orderly.
"These people, they really don't give up." Jingwan said coldly.
"It's just a deathbed struggle. Naturally, they want to come out and try their luck instead of continuing to guard a few roads and wait for rabbits."
"Are they sure that I'm a hindrance and can't go far?" Even if Jingwan herself was very self-aware, if she was treated like this by her own people, it would be fine. However, it was unpleasant to be treated like this by those enemies.
"This is also the truth. Wan Wan, don't bother about it." Li Hongyuan was still in the mood to tease her.
Jingwan gently rolled her eyes at him. "It's just that, are we unlucky, or are they too lucky?"
"Who knows? Let's go. "Li Hongyuan directly carried Jingwan up, and his footsteps were not slow at all.
While they were talking, the others quickly packed up the things that should be packed and quickly followed.
Although there were some traces that they did not have time to deal with, it did not matter. There were several places where there were traces, and they were deliberately left. Following the traces, they would only be going in circles. As for other places, it was impossible to find them unless they were very careful and professional. Moreover, they had already figured out the surroundings, where they could hide, where they could have a good line of sight, and where they could not be found. It was easy to take them for a walk.
However, it did not take long for them to find a problem. This group of people was not fooled because they actually had a hunting dog with them. The traces that they had just left were very fresh, and it was easy for the hunting dog to find them.
Everyone's expression became serious. They went in circles and took the initiative to leave when they did not find them. Obviously, it was not going to work.
If they did not want to tire themselves out, they could only get rid of the hunting dog. In this way, they would be completely bitten.
"In that case, let's kill them all." Li Hongyuan said lightly, but the content of his words was unusually cruel.
However, no one thought that he was boasting. If they did not face it head-on, there were ways to not face it. Once they faced it, there were also ways to face it. They had already thought of a way, and naturally, they had thought of a way.
Without hesitation, they went straight to the place that they had prepared beforehand.
On the ground, it was dangerous and narrow. It was a good place where "one man can hold the pass against ten thousand". However, although it was a good place, it could also be considered a dangerous place because there was only one way in and out. When they chose to go in and the outside road was left to the enemy, they had no other way to go except for victory.
It was as if the back was against the cliff, and the feet were on the clouds. The place was not big, and there were vines hanging at the entrance.
When they found this place, Jingwan was also there, but she did not go in to take a look. Now that she was there, it was really a little scary. However, Jing Wan leaned on the innermost seat and looked around. The bows and arrows were made at the last minute. They were originally equipped with crossbows, but there were not many arrows left. Otherwise, they would not have needed these Zero Hour Bows.
Although they only had a little more than ten people, and the number of the enemy was more than five to six times, Jingwan, who had no experience in this kind of situation, was not afraid at all. As long as they controlled it well, the possibility of annihilating the enemy, and their side would be very high. The only problem was that they did not know if these people went back to find help, and the location and number of helpers were unknown. Therefore, they needed to end the battle quickly.
"Hurry, hurry, they are in front!" The person who said this was quite excited and took the lead.
A high position and a beautiful woman was in front of him, and she was waving at him. How could he not be excited?
Not to mention that they might not be the target, first, there was no one around, and no one would easily move around in this area. Second, if they did not have a guilty conscience, why would they avoid them from afar? Therefore, they were very confident.
Standing behind the vines, through the gaps, they saw everything. The five crossbows were already set up, and they only needed to wait for these people to come closer. In just one round, at least 20 people would be killed.
However, in the end, they were not blinded by the imminent victory. When they came closer, they did not see anything. If the hounds were not barking at a cluster of vines, they might have missed it. Therefore, they became cautious and stood up, using the nearby trees or stones as cover, and hid. However, Li Hongyuan's people were not lacking in patience.
When the other side appeared one after another, they were still calm and waited, waiting for more people to come closer.
The battle last night was fierce enough, and Jingwan did not see it, but heard more. Now, perhaps it was not fierce, but seeing those people getting closer and closer, she could not help but hold her breath, and her palms began to sweat. She was not afraid, but nervous enough.
Li Hongyuan stood beside Jingwan, and his expression was natural and relaxed, showing that he had a card up his sleeve.
Li Hongyuan kissed Jingwan's forehead, but Jingwan did not seem to feel it, and stared outside without blinking.
Li Hongyuan suddenly felt a little funny, but also a little unhappy. He pinched Jingwan's chin, and with a little force, turned her around, and then kissed her hard.
Jingwan also did not expect that this bastard would still play this trick in such a situation, and she was so angry that she hit him with all her strength. With this ruckus, the tense atmosphere was gone.
Originally, they could not hear any sound from the outside, but now they heard some movement.
Startled, they first dodged, and waited for a while, but still did not see any movement. They thought in their hearts that they should not have weapons like bows and arrows, and then they thought about what if there was a way out? Maybe they had already run far away, and they could not let the duck in their mouth fly away. No longer hesitating, they aggressively pounced.
"Xiu — —" After the first arrow flew out, the second and third arrows flew out one after another.
The arrows of the hand crossbows were relatively short, but the lethality was great. Moreover, the arrows were close to the body, and occasionally one or two arrows would fly out, directly piercing through two people. The control was precise, and there were no missed shots. Therefore, after this round, the harvest was more than expected. And these people of Zhang people were wailing like ghosts and howling like wolves, and those at the back hurriedly retreated, afraid that if they were a step slower, they would be unlucky.
The hand crossbows were put away. The bows that were made temporarily were not so accurate, and because the arrows were wooden, the lethality was also much weaker. However, they were still calm and unhurried. They pulled the bow, aimed, and released. The final result was at least seventy percent.
These fifty to sixty people fell one by one, and if they were not dead, they were injured. It was so tragic, but in the end, they did not even see the shadow of the target. Even if they had been warned before that this Jin Qinwang of Qi Yuan was not a small matter and was very difficult to deal with, they must be careful. However, when they really faced him, it was terrifying.
There were less than ten people who could still stand, and all their courage turned into nothingness. What high position, generous salary, and beautiful women, they had to be alive to enjoy them. And now, the situation was that even if they had to pay with their lives, if they wanted to give this merit to their family, they had to be able to kill the target first. The problem was that if they went up now, they would only be sending themselves to death.
Run, in order to save their lives, they had to run quickly!
Except for Li Hongyuan, Jingwan, Gong Mama, and Gong Jiu, the rest came out from behind the vines. Two were left behind to deal the finishing blow, and the rest quickly rushed out to chase after the few people who were running away.
In the forest, because the people who were running away were scared out of their wits, and because they were not used to such an environment, they stumbled, rolled, and crawled. The people who were chasing after them were running on flat ground and chose the shortest path to advance. In this way, even if the people behind were fewer than the people in front, the people in front were killed one by one.
From the beginning to the end, it took a very short time.
After coming out from behind the vines, Jingwan looked at the scattered corpses. Her heart was beating a little faster, but it was better than expected.
"Let's go." Li Hongyuan put his arm around Jingwan.
They did not know if there would be more people chasing after them, so they should not stay here for long.
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