Chapter Nine of the Romantic Continent: A Thousand-Mile Rescue

"Sir, we've caught a spy."

Three days after his duel with Xia Yun, on August 27th, Ye Tianlong, still hesitant, was about to launch a full-scale attack when his patrol captured a strange man.

He was a short man, dressed in worn Fastian civilian clothes, with thinning gray hair on his broad forehead, a high nose, and sharply defined wrinkles etched from his mouth to his chin.

At first glance, he looked no different from any other ordinary middle-aged Fastian farmer.

But when he was brought before Ye Tianlong, he suddenly straightened his back and raised his head, his narrow eyes flashing with a sharp, intelligent light, reflecting his straightforward yet taciturn, decisive yet sensitive personality.

"Sir, he's been loitering outside our camp..."

The captain was about to report to Ye Tianlong when the man suddenly spoke.

"Lord Ye, please rescue my master."

Ye Tianlong was stunned for a moment, then immediately asked, "Who is your master...?"

The man uttered words that shocked him: "My master is General Xiahe, and I am his personal adjutant, Taurus."

Ye Tianlong suppressed his astonishment and quickly waved his hand, saying, "Untie him, give him a seat. Go and fetch Lord Ji

Wujiu." The guards untied Taurus, brought him a chair, and then withdrew.

When Ji Wujiu arrived, Taurus revealed his secret to them.

"Prince Wen Yeda is not in the army. This rebellion was launched by my master's two sons."

The first sentence astonished Ye Tianlong and Ji Wujiu. It turned out that Wen Yeda and Shangguan Qing'er had not escaped from the heavily guarded Esnia, but had gone into hiding, waiting for a safe opportunity.

Meanwhile, Xia He's eldest son, Xia Feng's master, Bloodhand Scorpion, came to Xia He's army alone. After careful planning, he decided that Xia Feng and Xia Yun would lead the army to launch a rebellion in Gaoyang Prefecture in the name of Wen Yeda. This would attract attention and give the impression that Wen Yeda had escaped from Esnia, thus causing Yunaya and Gilmans to abandon their pursuit of Wen Yeda.

"Actually, when the army arrived in Gaoyang Prefecture, the two young masters, incited by His Highness Wen Yeda, launched a rebellion to gain command of the army. They placed Lord Xia He under house arrest and announced to the outside world that Lord Xia He was bedridden."

Taurus said with great sorrow, "My master's two sons, whom he was always so proud of, actually did such a rebellious thing. He was so shocked by this that he really is bedridden."

"No wonder when I went to see General Xia He that day, the people who received me always made excuses to prevent me from seeing General Xia He..."

Ye Tianlong suddenly realized and looked at Ji Wujiu. Lost in thought, Ji Wujiu nodded slowly but remained silent.

"My master has always been highly regarded by the late Emperor. How could he be so ungrateful as to commit such a rebellious act that would implicate nine generations of his family?"

Taorus looked at Ye Tianlong with agitated expression and said, "Upon receiving news of Lord Ye's expedition to quell the rebellion, my master has been waiting for an opportunity to explain the situation. This time, while the eldest son was busy mobilizing troops to rescue the young master, my master sent me to sneak out of Gaoyang to seek help from Lord Ye."

"Then, how does General Xiahe want us to rescue him?" Ye Tianlong glanced at Ji Wujiu, who was still deep in thought, and asked Taorus.

"My lord was right after all,"

Taurus said excitedly. "Although the two young masters have seized military power, their officers are all veterans who have followed my lord for many years, so their orders are still issued in my lord's name."

"If Lord Ye can send troops to rescue my lord from the two young masters' confinement, then my lord can persuade his subordinates and officers, which will surely quell this rebellion in the shortest possible time."

"The problem is that my army cannot enter Gaoyang Prefecture at all. How can we rescue General Xiahe?"

After hearing Taurus's explanation, Ye Tianlong couldn't help but be tempted.

“There’s a small ferry crossing fifty li upstream on the Chi River. The commander there is a good friend of mine, and I crossed over from there this time. If you, sir, send a small force of a thousand men across the Chi River from there, they can stealthily travel one hundred and fifty-six li northeast, and my master will be under house arrest in a mountain villa near Dong’an City.”

“Why didn’t Xia Feng bring General Xia He with him?”

Ji Wujiu suddenly raised his head, staring intently into Taolus’s eyes, seemingly asking casually.

“Oh, it’s like this,” Taolus replied, “The war in Dengzhou has been intense lately. To facilitate command and to easily support the young master’s army, the eldest son has set up his main camp in Dong’an City.”

“So, when we go to rescue General Xia He, we will encounter Xia Feng’s main army.”

Ji Wujiu gently stroked his goatee and said calmly. Hearing Ji Wujiu’s words, Ye Tianlong also paid attention to Taolus’s reaction.

“Yes,” Taurus answered without hesitation. “That’s why I sent out a small elite force. If the young master’s army is alerted, he will move my master, and my master’s troops will be surrounded.”

“Can you guarantee that the small force won’t be surrounded?” Ji Wujiu asked bluntly.

“Lord Ye once led an elite force across the Cuifeng Mountains and defeated the bandits of Qingzhou. Therefore, Lord Ye should have more authority to speak.”

Taurus reacted quickly and frankly stated his thoughts. Then he said to Ye Tianlong, “Please give me a map of Gaoyang Prefecture.”

The guard quickly brought up the map of Gaoyang Prefecture. Upon seeing this incredibly detailed map, Taurus was secretly astonished. No wonder Ye Tianlong and his men were able to win every battle in Qingzhou; their preparations were thorough.

This map of Gaoyang Prefecture even marked the smallest details, more detailed than any map he had ever seen.

After briefly organizing his thoughts, Taurus pointed to the map spread on the table and began to speak.

“Currently, the eldest prince has divided his army into two locations: Qianhua and Zuogong, both thirty li from Dong'an City. Only the main force of five thousand soldiers remains in Dong'an City. If you, sir, can swiftly rescue my master and then quickly return via side roads, you can naturally avoid the danger of being surrounded by the main army.”

As he spoke, Taurus drew a line on the map with his finger.

“This area is mountainous and densely forested, with difficult-to-traverse paths. Therefore, I suggested that you send a small, elite unit.”

“What you say is very compelling,”

Ji Wujiu pondered for a moment, looking at Taurus, and carefully crafted his greatest concern.

"But what compelling evidence can you provide to prove that your words are not fabricated?"

"I can't." Taurus gave a bitter smile. "I know that it's difficult for you to believe that Lord Xiahe, the commander of this rebellion, was actually framed just by saying this."

"Men, take this guy out and execute him!"

Upon receiving Ji Wujiu's signal, Ye Tianlong suddenly shouted, his eyes fixed intently on Taurus.

"Since you can't produce any evidence, you're obviously here to deceive us."

Taurus froze, his expression turning ashen. He stared at Ye Tianlong, his lips twitching. A guard rushed forward, grabbed his arms, and was about to pull him out when he suddenly burst into laughter.

"So this is the kind of person you are, sir. My master has truly misjudged you." He pushed the guard's hands away, turned, and walked outside. "I failed to fulfill my master's mission, so naturally I will atone with my death."

"Wait." Ye Tianlong called to Taurus twice as he approached the door, as if to say something but then remained silent.

Taurus

fearlessly turned to face Ye Tianlong. Ye Tianlong waved his hand, ordering the guards to release him and bring him back to his side.

After staring at Taurus for a long time, Ye Tianlong slowly spoke, "You know how dangerous it is to send a force deep into enemy territory under the current circumstances."

"Yes," Taurus replied, "That's why I don't blame you for wanting to behead me.

In the current situation, no one will believe what I say, and it would be bad if we fell into a trap."

Ye Tianlong nodded and said, "Alright, you can go and rest now. Tomorrow morning, I will send an elite force with you to Dong'an."

Taurus was overjoyed and quickly bowed, saying, "Thank you, sir..." He was already speechless.

"What, sir, you're going too?"

After Taurus left, Ye Tianlong summoned his generals to discuss the matter of sending troops to rescue them. Upon hearing Ye Tianlong's proposal to personally lead his personal guard to Dong'an, Ji Wujiu was the first to object.

"This subordinate believes this is far too dangerous. How can the commander-in-chief risk his life?"

"If the enemy uses a suicide spy tactic, losing a thousand men is a small matter, but any injury to our commander would be extremely disastrous."

Suo Chong's words were agreed upon by many generals, representing a cautious approach.

"I've thought about this for a long time. He shouldn't be lying to us." Ye Tianlong glanced at Ji Wujiu. Before the generals arrived, he had already reached a consensus with Ji Wujiu on this issue.

"His identity has been confirmed, and no flaws were found in our conversation. More importantly, he came with no letters, showing no connection to General Xiahe."

The generals were all puzzled. Logically, this should have indicated that Taurus was suspicious. Why would Ye Tianlong say it was the main evidence?

"Because of his loyalty to General Xiahe, he feared that if he were intercepted by the army en route, and if General Xiahe's letters were found on his person, it would be very detrimental to General Xiahe. So, even if he were caught, his departure would only be considered a case of unauthorized desertion."

Ye Tianlong paused, gesturing for Ji Wujiu to continue. Ji Wujiu cleared his throat and began to explain carefully to everyone.

“If this was a premeditated scheme, then he would have thought of it more carefully. For example, he should have carried a letter from Lord Xiahe, or even a letter written in blood, and his demeanor should have been more impassioned and passionate. He should even have carried Lord Xiahe’s token.”

“Otherwise, without anything to convince anyone, his rash request for help would most likely result in him being regarded as a spy and beheaded. As Lord Xiahe’s personal adjutant, Taurus must be very aware of this, but because of his loyalty to Lord Xiahe, he would risk his life to seek even a one percent chance of hope.”

After explaining his reasons, Ji Wujiu turned to Ye Tianlong and said, “My lord, I strongly oppose you leading the team.

It’s too dangerous. If we are discovered by the enemy, we will be surrounded.”

At this moment, Fan Tong stood up and said loudly, “Boss, let me go.” The other generals also stood up and volunteered to Ye Tianlong, requesting that they be sent to Dong’an.

Ye Tianlong shook his head and said, "Precisely because this operation is so dangerous, how can I let you go alone?"

"But sir..." Ji Wujiu wanted to say something more, but Ye Tianlong waved his hand and said, "I know your intentions. You are my subordinates, and even more so, my good brothers and friends. How can I bear to watch you go on such a dangerous mission while I hide in the camp?"

He then smiled and said, "Anyone who thinks their martial arts are better than mine and can beat me can go in my place. After all, those with better martial arts have a greater chance of success."

The generals were silent at first, then vied to ask Ye Tianlong to take them with him.

But Ye Tianlong, citing the need to besiege Xia Yun, refused to let them leave his army.

After the meeting, Ji Wujiu followed Ye Tianlong to a secluded spot and suddenly said, "My lord, since you're going, please take me with you!"

Ye Tianlong was slightly taken aback and said, "What's your reason? I've already made it clear at the meeting. Everyone needs to lead their troops here and prevent Xia Yun from noticing anything amiss."

"The Tianlong Legion doesn't need any generals, but without you, my lord, it wouldn't be the Tianlong Legion. Therefore, as your advisor, I must closely follow your actions."

Ji Wujiu raised a second finger and said, "I don't have any troops in the army either.

Also, I have some small skills that will be helpful for this operation."

Ye Tianlong looked at his advisor for a long time and suddenly smiled, "Alright, then you'll come with me."

"You're my biggest customer, and you owe me five million gold coins. How can I let you out of my sight?" With this reason, Shura also joined Ye Tianlong's group.

That evening, Ye Tianlong discussed the matter with Chenyue, who was naturally very worried. However, she fully agreed with Ye Tianlong's analysis and knew that this was a rare opportunity. If everything went smoothly, the rebellion would be quelled quickly.

The next day, when they set off, Taurus saw Ye Tianlong personally leading the troops and left the camp. Under Ye Tianlong's instructions, the generals launched a fierce attack on Xia Yun. Simultaneously, the warships on the Chi River ostentatiously approached the enemy forces on the opposite bank, causing considerable chaos and tension for the enemy.

Upon reaching the ferry crossing mentioned by Taurus, he signaled, and the garrison commander there indeed led his trusted men to meet them. After meeting, without asking a single question, they were quickly escorted to the mountain pass.

Thus, under Taurus's leadership, Ye Tianlong and his men successfully reached the vicinity of Dong'an City without any disturbance along the way, which greatly reassured Ji Wujiu.

Under the cover of night, eight hundred guards quietly approached the manor where Xia He was being held captive. The surroundings were quiet; apart from the occasional patrol passing by, there was no sign of war.

No one would have imagined that Ye Tianlong would dare lead eight hundred soldiers deep into their territory. This

villa

was built south of Dong'an City, near water, next to a scenic river bend. This area was considered government land; only those with official titles and ranks, authorized by the government, could build their villas here.

This manor, originally a property of the Xiahe family, served as a vacation spot for the general's family. It was no longer an ordinary manor, but more like a small castle, its surroundings more than twice the size of a typical manor. A massive stone moat surrounded it, and the imposing three-story gatehouse boasted soaring eaves and tinkling iron bells.

The main gate, modeled after a city gate, was sturdy and heavy, capable of withstanding battering rams. The flying bridge had also been modified to accommodate two large carts, its massive pulleys concealed within the bridge frame. At least twenty men were responsible for controlling the bridge, and five wolfhounds served as guards, making the entire manor an impregnable fortress.

Having already learned the details of the manor from Taurus, Ye Tianlong was fully prepared.

He gently patted Ji Wujiu's shoulder, who, understanding, darted forward with several men to the edge of the moat, took something from his robes, and scattered it into the water.

In a short while, a wisp of smoke rose from the water, slowly drifting towards the manor.

Once the entire manor was completely enveloped in smoke, Ye Tianlong waved his hand, and each soldier took something from their robes, put it in their mouths, and quickly approached the manor walls. The walls were three zhang high, reinforced with crenellations, and a deep moat had been dug on the outside.

The drug with bewitching properties used by Ji Wujiu was a secret concoction he had carefully prepared, and enhanced by Chen Yue, its effects were even more pronounced.

After the guards reached the manor walls, the entire manor fell into a deathly silence; not a sound could be heard inside.

Counting from one to one hundred, the smoke had completely filled the manor.

Shura was the first to leap onto the wall, followed by dozens of highly skilled guards who quickly killed all the unconscious guards.

The winch turned, the flying bridge crashed down, and a large contingent of guards, led by Ye Tianlong and Ji Wujiu, swarmed in. The well-trained soldiers quickly took control of all the strategic locations within the manor, killing the unconscious enemies one by one.

At this point, there was no room for mercy; only the complete annihilation of the enemy mattered. The mission proceeded remarkably smoothly. Reaching the door of the room where Xia He was being held captive, the five guards who had been standing there lay sprawled on the ground.

Without Ye Tianlong even gesturing, several guards pounced, delivering a fatal blow to the throat. The guards then began entering other rooms, killing anyone they encountered.

The people inside the manor were completely unprepared; they never imagined such an enemy group would infiltrate their territory, especially using such a terrifying method of

drugging —the best way to protect themselves.

These warriors, carefully selected by Xia Feng, died without resistance, completely bewildered.

After being revived from his unconscious state, Xia He burst into tears upon seeing Taurus and Ye Tianlong. He grabbed Ye Tianlong's hand and knelt down, refusing to rise.

"Xia He has been implicated by his rebellious son, truly failing the Emperor's grace, deserving of death..."

Ye Tianlong quickly helped him up, comforting him, "Lord Xia, there's no need for this."

Ji Wujiu urged from the side, "My lord, we cannot linger here; let's leave quickly!"

Taolus also said to Xia He, "My lord, let's leave with Lord Ye first; we can discuss other matters later."

Xia He suddenly realized his mistake and hurriedly followed Ye Tianlong out of the room.

Just as Ye Tianlong and the others were about to leave the manor, a sentry lying in wait in the distance rushed back to report.

"A group of people, about five hundred in number, are approaching this way on the main road in the distance."

Ye Tianlong and Ji Wujiu exchanged a glance, both seeing shock in each other's eyes. What kind of people could be coming to this manor at this time?

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