Chapter 7, Enduring Pain

Those eyes are cold and clear, the meaning is very obvious—very affectionate, huh

Xiangxiang shook her head, crying out: "Just kill me, I can't go home anyway, just kill me!"

Having said that, without caring for Murong Li's reaction, he led the way ahead.

Han Xu's hand was bitten quite badly by her, and he came to find the military doctor to change the dressing. Human teeth are the most venomous; by this time, the wound had already turned a deep purple. The military doctor asked Xiang Xiang to help him clean it, and Xiang Xiang felt both sad and scared. Han Xu, however, said, "It's fine, just hurry up and fix it." Don't let the prince see it, or he might think I really did something! It is truly unfair; damn that scum who slept with you, you didn't bite him, but you showed your sharp teeth to me.

They held out until the eighth day, during which more than half of the garrison in the city had perished, leaving only six thousand men. Murong Bo finally arrived with reinforcements, albeit belatedly.

Murong Li thought to himself while eating, I must definitely take down the cook when I return

Xiangxiang was taken aback as he squatted down in front of her: "Xiangxiang, he does have some feelings for you, he just cannot express them. If you obediently follow him, marrying someone else would mean serving another person, wouldn't it? Is that really worse than serving that Yu Qing?"

No one knows on which day they will die on the battlefield. Others can count the days they live, but they cannot count.

He knows that he is not a good person and has never pretended to be one. Among the six sons born to King Yan, he is the most unruly. In the past, when he was with Lan You, there were also other women around him.

Murong Li would certainly not wail or cry out loud, nor would he scream in anguish. He simply searched silently along the White Wolf River for two months. Then he left, from that point on, he would not approach women, nor would he go near the White Wolf River again

What is Han Xu eating?

Thus, people often say that merit cannot outweigh faults, hoping that heroes are like beautiful jade, pure and unblemished. However, in reality, that is not a hero; it is a deity of literature

She had no choice but to stand still again. Murong Li glared at her, and she quickly realized, hurriedly sitting down to eat. The two of them had little to say; seeing her trembling, Murong Li was afraid that if he spoke again, she would faint.

Han Xu stepped forward and helped Xiang Xiang up. As his fingers touched her body, Xiang Xiang suddenly screamed, forcefully pushing him away and turning to run. Han Xu chased her through the reeds. She herself did not know where she found the strength to run so fast. Han Xu leaped forward and knocked her down to the ground

The fragrant flowers wilted on the ground, and he turned to return to the camp

The first to return was Han Xu, who captured a considerable number of bandits and brought back a significant amount of gold, silver, and jewels from various villages. Several women claimed to have been taken by force; Han Xu did not make things difficult for them and gave them some money to set them free

Yet in the eyes of these elite troops, they are merely third or fourth-rate characters that are easily defeated

He pressed his lips together, seeing the fragrant little white rabbit squatting in front of him, anxiously cleaning its wound. He found it somewhat amusing, but when he turned to see Murong Li's gaze, it was no longer funny at all

His subordinates are also quite unruly, and he is aware of it, yet he does not manage them much. As the upper beam is not straight, the lower beam is crooked. The troops under his command are all elite forces, charging at the forefront of frontline combat. Veterans who have survived countless battles find it difficult to stay alive

Murong Li's face was ashen, looking as if he were about to bite someone. Han Xu guessed that he felt embarrassed to just walk in directly, so he hurriedly said: "I just saw her cooking porridge. Your Highness didn't have a good dinner, would you like to go over and have some? Cooking is still a woman's forte; those cooks should be spanked!"

During the initial battle of Moyang City, King Yan promised to send troops for support within three days. He requested Murong Li to defend Moyang City with twenty thousand men for three days. Murong Bo led the reinforcements, but he was delayed for a full five days. Murong Li had to face an assault on the city from one hundred and ten thousand troops of Xijing with his twenty thousand soldiers.

Han Xu reached out to support her: "Get up." Xiangxiang, in fear, pushed his hand away. He sighed: "Let's return to the camp first"

Han Xu covered the wound on his hand and said: "Kill you, and send the corpse back to your father?"

On the second day, Yingzhong was registering the number of casualties, and she did not understand the matters of battle. However, she went over to help the military doctor in tending to the injured soldiers, assisting with bandaging and other tasks

Murong Li took the porridge and asked, "Is this all there is?" On the table, there was only a plate of pickled shredded radish.

Murong Li glanced at her, and she trembled as if she were about to faint. Fortunately, Murong Li paid her no mind, turned to ignite the iron bar, and asked the second one, still in a calm tone: "Where is your lair?"

Damn it, don't let it be uninteresting just because you were beaten with a hundred military clubs by him

They have been gone for a long time, leaving some soldiers to guard the camp. Xiangxiang sometimes helps the military doctor take care of the wounded soldiers. If Murong Li does not return, she will feel much more at ease

Xiangxiang was flustered: "I... I still have salted garlic eggplant, I will make some more." As she turned to prepare to leave the tent, Murong Li said, "Forget it."

Thus, usually one turns a blind eye to certain matters. Over time, when subordinates charge into battle, they are fearless, but when they have some leisure time, they tend to become a bit unruly

The shredded radish is pickled with white sugar and salt, making it very crisp, and when drizzled with vinegar, it is quite refreshing. Xiangxiang took some garlic eggplant with a bit of salt, which has a salty flavor, making it just right to accompany rice

She was in a daze, and after much difficulty, she finally fell asleep. Outside, the faint sounds of shouting and killing could be heard. She remained in the tent, and the sounds lasted for about half an hour before quickly subsiding

After he finished his meal, Xiangxiang lowered her head to collect the bowls. Murong Li sat still, showing no intention of leaving. Xiangxiang placed the bowls into the food container, her demeanor submissive and docile, resembling a wronged young wife. Murong Li found it somewhat curious; how had such a woman managed to live and grow to this age?

Han Xu remained silent, and we were also afraid

He promised that he would definitely marry Lan You as the Xun Wangfei. After his great victory over Xi Jing, Lan You threw herself into the Bai Lang and Tu Shu rivers. He searched the Bai Lang River for two months, but found nothing.

The second tremor shook, and before long, a stream of water flowed down his legs, dripping onto the ground. Murong Li furrowed his brow slightly, no longer intending to ask further, and raised the iron bar. He screamed, "There is a way up the mountain... I will take you up..."

Xiangxiang was in a state of collapse, covering her face and crying: "But I am scared, I am scared!"

The wounds that are too gruesome are hard to look at, while minor injuries can still be managed. Fortunately, it was only a matter of dealing with some bandits, and the casualties were not significant. There were only about 8 or 9 injured soldiers

Murong Li sent his beloved concubine, Lan You, to the West City, under the pretext of rewarding the troops, to feast and drink with the four generals guarding the city. Lan You spared no effort, using her own body to delay for an entire night, allowing him to wait until the enemy's offensive weakened slightly before coming to deal with the traitorous general.

He went into Han Xu's tent, and Han Xu was so frightened that his hair stood on end: "Sir, there... there are people living in the tent to your right in the camp." Quickly make some space, let him see that his own tent is empty, look, truly not here, I haven't touched anything!

Murong Li approached and asked lightly, "Where is your lair?"

The common people of Dayan have complex feelings towards them. On one hand, they risked their lives to save your entire family; on the other hand, they have committed offenses against your daughter. It is unclear whether one should be grateful or harbor hatred.

Xiangxiang peeked out and saw Murong Li striding into the camp from a distance, quickly retracting her body

Han Xu suddenly withdrew his hand and said, "I will do it myself"

The bandit spat, and Murong Li casually took a red-hot iron rod and thrust it directly into his mouth! With a sizzling sound, white smoke rose. He widened his eyes, not even letting out a cry, and with a tilt of his head, he fainted. At that moment, Xiangxiang, who was nearby tending to the wounded soldier's injuries, gasped in shock and collapsed to the ground.

The disparity of power between individuals is indeed peculiar; in the past, when the townsfolk encountered the local bandits and book thieves, they perceived each of them as possessing boundless strength, seemingly invincible

Several bandits who attacked the camp have been killed, and more than ten have been captured alive. Yan Qing is currently interrogating the remaining mountain bandits about their whereabouts. The captured bandit is tight-lipped and still refuses to speak after a long time, even spitting in Yan Qing's face.

She struggled and twisted with all her might, the two soaked bodies entwined together, the woman exuding a faint fragrance of osmanthus. This friction surprisingly elicited a reaction from Han Xu.

When his subordinates faced the invasion from Xijing, which one of them did not use their bodies as a wall to block the attack? Those who survived from a pile of corpses, do you expect them to be executed?

He brought Xiangxiang over and let her sit in his lap. Xiangxiang was trembling even in her breathing. Murong Li thought it was quite nice to hold her; her skin was tender and fair. Although her body was not particularly petite, in comparison to his physique, holding her felt delicate and petite.

Xiangxiang did not speak, and he gently advised: "In a couple of days, when his anger subsides, just go along with him, and everything will be fine. This person, as long as you smooth out the rough edges, is quite easy to handle. If you say a few soft words, life will naturally be easier. If you live well by his side, your father and mother will at least receive care. And your younger brother. Xiangxiang, women live their lives this way with anyone; this is not a bad thing.

The blue glaze is very understanding, knowing that Prince Xun will not be with anyone for a lifetime as a couple, and does not insist too much. Sometimes, when breaching the enemy's city, if he encounters a woman of better appearance, he will also bring her along to taste.

The body is not considered thin, and feels quite plump to the touch. The texture is also pleasant.

When Murong Li and Han Xu entered, she was just about to eat. Upon seeing the expressionless Murong Li, she suddenly found it difficult to hold her chopsticks. Han Xu said: "Serve a bowl of your porridge to the prince."

Xiangxiang quickly took a bowl to serve him porridge, while he sat down at the table, seemingly unconcerned. Upon seeing this, Han Xu also chose not to go inside and turned to slip out of the tent

The fragrant tears fell like rain, and he withdrew his bitten hand: "Let's return to the camp first"

The reason for Murong Bo's delay was due to an outbreak of plague in a village along the way, resulting in numerous casualties. He sympathized with the suffering of the common people and dispatched military doctors to provide aid, as well as ordered soldiers to gather medicinal herbs. Despite exhausting all efforts, he still fell behind schedule

The people from the Supervisory Office do not know how many times they have participated, but Murong Li is twenty-five years old this year. He has repelled the Western Jing army three times, driven the Eastern Hu out of Yan territory, pursued them beyond Mount Yilu, and conquered the Mountain Rong people, achieving victory in a total of sixteen battles, without a single defeat. He bears over twenty wounds from swords and guns on his body, and you want to drag him out and execute him

Xiangxiang indeed made porridge, slowly simmering rice and adding a bit of mung beans. The porridge was cooked for a long time, resulting in a very thick consistency. She also pickled some shredded radish, which had no oily or fishy taste

Murong Li seized him and immediately gave him a beating, leaving his face covered in bruises

Han Xu arranged for a small tent for her to stay in, and Xiang Xiang did not sleep all night. She had not brought any clothes with her, and there was no way to change out of her wet clothes. Han Xu still found some clothes belonging to Murong Li for her.

It hurts, of course it does. However, if one cannot roll on the ground in agony, one can only, like every time one is injured, slowly grit their teeth and endure.

After Han completed the registration of the spoils, Murong Li also returned. Everyone took stock of the casualties, and during the night, they brought out wine and meat, feasting heartily, which served as a consolation for their hardships

The commander of the western city colluded with the enemy, agreeing to light a fire at the third watch and open the city gates, allowing the people of Xijing to enter the city. Murong Li found it impossible to deal with the internal enemy. However, if the city falls, the people of Xijing will surely march straight into Pingdu Pass. At that time, the entire northwestern region of Dayan will be lost.

Xiangxiang realized it, and she cried out in pain, biting his hand forcefully. Han Xu winced in pain, holding her chin with his left hand: "Don't do this, I won't touch you, I won't touch you!"

Xiangxiang wants to say that she was also taken away, but she did not dare to.

Murong Li frowned slightly—his meal had once again become the work of the cook. Oh right, he had given that woman to Han Xu