142: The war officially begins

“A trump card? Don't worry?!”

Everyone was once again stunned, wondering if the Martial Saint had lost his mind just now, otherwise how could he say such words.

General Guan, whose face was already pale, turned even more ashen upon hearing that Su Family's Third Miss would be going to the front lines with him tomorrow to fight the enemy, and he was filled with bitterness.

Tomorrow's battle was already difficult, and now the Martial Saint even wanted a little ancestor to follow him. Not only would he have to focus on the battle, but he would also have to divert his attention to take care of Su Yike. How could he fight like this!

If anything were to happen to this little ancestor, even if he won the battle tomorrow, he would still be doomed.

“Marshal, I am deeply grateful that the Third Miss is willing to put herself in danger, but the battlefield is extremely perilous. If anything were to happen to the Third Miss, this humble General cannot bear the responsibility. Please, Marshal, retract your order!”

General Guan pleaded with Su Yiyao, tears streaming down his face.

Before Su Yiyao could speak, Su Yike smiled faintly and said,

“General Guan, please rest assured, this humble one will absolutely not be a burden to you tomorrow.”

“Tomorrow, General Guan, you can bravely fight the enemy at the front, without worrying about my safety.”

“But... but...”

General Guan was about to say something more, but was stopped by Su Yiyao's stern command.

“Enough! I have my reasons for letting Yike go to the battlefield. This matter is settled and no longer open for discussion!”

“You may all withdraw. General Guan, after you return, quickly reorganize the army and prepare for tomorrow's battle with the Northern Wilderness Army!”

“Yes, this humble General obeys the order!”

General Guan gritted his teeth, accepted the order, and exited the camp. The other Generals also silently withdrew.

The previously crowded camp immediately became quiet, with only the Su Family's three sisters remaining.

“Third Sister, do you need me to go with you tomorrow?”

Su Family's fourth child, Su Yimiao, asked with concern at this moment.

Su Yike gently shook her head, appearing very confident.

“It's just a mere Tiger Leopard Camp, we don't need both of us sisters to act together. I alone am enough.”

Su Yiyao smiled coldly, a sharp glint bursting forth from her beautiful eyes.

“I've kept you hidden for so many years, it's about time the Northern Wilderness knew how formidable we sisters are. It's just a pity that Second Sister can't see it.”

Hearing her eldest sister mention their second sister, the expressions of the other two also dimmed. Finally, Su Yike forced a smile and comforted her,

“I believe Second Sister's spirit in heaven will surely see how I avenge her tomorrow.”

“En, Third Sister, I need to command from the rear. Tomorrow's first major battle is entrusted to you.......”

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As if sensing the murderous atmosphere that filled the entire Wild Desert, the weather on this day was also exceptionally gloomy. One moment it was clear skies, but now it was overcast with dark clouds, bearing the ominous presence of black clouds pressing down on a city about to crumble.

Howling gales swept in from all directions, like countless vengeful spirits wailing mournfully. Sand and dust rose up into the sky, and looking around, it was a desolate sight.

And in this environment, two endless, fully armed armies appeared on the Wild Desert.

The fierce winds continued to rage, and two large banners flapped in the wind, the terrifying murderous intent at this moment seemed to congeal the entire space.

Riding on his warhorse, Li Yuankai, holding two axes, gazed into the distance at the Great Gan army, a grim smile appearing on his rugged face.

“Heh heh, Great Gan actually sent out that good-for-nothing General Guan. It seems Great Gan truly has no one left!”

However, he then saw a frail-looking woman in green beside General Guan, and his expression immediately froze.

“Sigh, why is there a woman next to him? What exactly is Great Gan doing, treating war like child's play?!”

The Tiger Leopard Camp's vice-General laughed beside him:

“Hahaha, General, since Great Gan doesn't put us in their eyes like this, then today we must show them a thing or two!”

“Heh heh heh, once this old man annihilates General Guan's Yongguan Camp, I'll snatch that woman back and have a good time!”

Due to a night of anxiety, General Guan's eyes were now surrounded by thick dark circles. He still asked Su Yike beside him in a low voice, somewhat unwillingly,

“Third Miss, tell this humble General honestly, can you also use a poem to stir up celestial phenomena and help our army win today's great battle?”

General Guan had tossed and turned all night, feeling that besides this explanation, there was no other reason that could explain why Su Yiyao arranged this Third Miss beside him.

Compared to General Guan's anxiety, Su Yike was incredibly calm at this moment, merely smiling faintly.

“A poem stirring up heaven and earth's anomalies is a rare occurrence, seen only once in a hundred years. I am ashamed to say that I am currently unable to do so.”

“General Guan, don't think about these things. Focus on the enemy, and you will naturally know the reason for my presence here.”

Seeing that Su Yike had said as much, General Guan could only sigh deeply and refocus his attention on the Northern Wilderness Army opposite him.

“Hahaha, General Guan, I didn't expect it to be you, my old defeated foe, fighting today. Is it possible that your Great Gan truly has no one left?!”

Li Yuankai's deep voice rolled like thunder. Although the two armies were hundreds of meters apart, his voice clearly reached General Guan's ears.

General Guan's expression turned cold, and he snorted, similarly using true qi to amplify his voice.

“Hmph!”

“Li Yuankai, this General still advises you to surrender obediently, otherwise don't blame this General for cutting off your head to sacrifice to the banner!”

“More words are useless, let's settle it with our actions!!!”

Li Yuankai's eyes shot out a cold glint, and he waved his hand.

“Brothers, follow me and kill!!!”

“Kill!!!”

Great Gan's side was not to be outdone, and with a loud roar from General Guan, they also moved.

Nearly two hundred thousand troops moved simultaneously. The entire earth seemed unable to bear it at this moment, beginning to tremble violently, and the shouts of battle soared into the sky, seemingly wanting to shatter the dark clouds above.

“Loose arrows!!!”

A sky full of arrows rained down upon both sides, and soldiers from both armies were simultaneously struck and fell.

Li Yuankai and General Guan were both experienced individuals, naturally knowing how to deal with such a situation.

“Dunjia soldiers, to the front!”

Rows of soldiers holding large shields ran to the very front, raising their shields high to form a massive barrier. Sharp arrows shot onto these shields, immediately losing their effect.

“Keep charging, you bastards!!”

The distance of several hundred meters was covered in an instant. After a round of mounted archery, Li Yuankai, wielding his two axes, charged first, being the first to rush into the Great Gan army.

His two mountain-splitting axes were unstoppable; with every swing, a Great Gan soldier was cut in half at the waist, truly demonstrating his fierce bravery.

The great battle erupted at a touch, and the two sides finally clashed, blood splattering amidst the flashing blades and swords.

At this moment, General Guan no longer cared about Su Yike's safety. He assigned a small squad to protect her, then grabbed his battle saber and spurred his horse to meet Li Yuankai.

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(Thanks to Dazi Xi for the explosive update and flowers, thanks to Yuetuo Sheng for the inspiration capsule, and thanks to everyone for the gifts. Today is the thirtieth, wishing everyone a Happy New Year ~ Mwah ~)