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"Is it really possible?"
Yun Xiaoxi frowned lightly, looking at the pale Ye Yang, and scolded, "Don't be stubborn, you idiot! You're injured like this, don't you need my support?"
Ye Yang stopped in his tracks, the True Fire Sword behind him feeling incredibly heavy. Indeed, after enduring a series of grueling battles, he was utterly exhausted, almost devoid of the strength to lift his sword.
"Hey, Xiaoxi..."
Ye Yang raised his arm, and Yun Xiaoxi supported him, her beautiful eyes filled with relief. "Zi Yu, that's great! I didn't expect we would kill Ying Zheng and still be alive..."
Ye Yang: "..."
...
As they cleaned up the aftermath, Zhang Tianhe had recovered about twenty percent from his injuries and could barely move. The injuries of the One Hundred Dragon Armored Warriors in the jungle were not as severe as imagined. Under Zhao Yun's supervision, a group of them rode their warhorses over. Their strength was temporarily diminished, but their military appearance was quite orderly.
They each returned to their cities.
At parting, Xiang Liang promised to fulfill the initial agreement. Ye Yang helped kill the Qin Emperor, and Chuhai Wang would grant two County Cities to Ye Yang, one of which was Liang City. The other was Sishui County City. After reorganization, Sishui County transformed from a large County City into a small county with only two subordinate county cities. However, these two counties were located around Liang City. As long as Ye Yang obtained Sishui County, he could connect his territory into one piece. Relying on the formidable terrain of Azure Cloud Mountain Range, he could advance or retreat freely and remain undefeated in this chaotic world.
After resting for several days, Ye Yang and Zhang Tianhe had healed significantly. The bright moon from Azure Scale Mountain visited Liang City to inspect the Fire God Clan Tomb but left after just half a day. Yun Xiaoxi also returned to Serene Gate, leaving only Ye Yang and Zhang Tianhe to drink and cultivate daily, enjoying themselves.
Wang Lie led the army in farming and reclaiming land while major construction projects were underway in the city. The Ye Family Mansion was transformed into the lord's residence for Ye Yang's convenience. Additionally, several military camps were newly established in the city to stockpile food and resources. Over three thousand elite warhorses were purchased from Wei Kingdom, and weapon forging was not an issue either. Zhao Yun and Zhang Fei trained the troops daily, boosting morale throughout Liang City.
...
One day, Ye Yang was gently stroking the back of the Soul Devouring Demon Blade but still could not fathom what secrets this blade held. Qin Fang remained unconscious, causing him great distress.
At that moment, the voice of the Courier Cavalry came from outside, as they dismounted and shouted, "My lord, news has arrived from Xianyang. The Qin Emperor has passed away. Zhao Gao and Li Si are pushing to establish Hu Hai as Qin Ershi. Zhao Gao forced Fusu to his death and appointed himself as Chief Physician!"
"Oh, understood..."
Ye Yang replied lightly, "You may leave."
"Yes, my lord!"
Indeed, everything was progressing according to historical facts; however, amidst the unchanging events, there were also changes. This made Ye Yang even more certain that his actions could completely rewrite this segment of history!
Before long, another Courier Cavalry rushed in and shouted, "My lord, the army of Chu has brought news about us from Anyang!"
"Oh?!"
Ye Yang stood up excitedly and said, "Speak! What is the situation? Has Xiang Liang promised to confer Sishui County to me? Is there any result?"
The messenger nodded and said, "General Xiang Liang has advised Your Majesty King Huai twice in a row. However, Chancellor Huai's subordinate General Song Yi has repeatedly obstructed this matter, causing it to come to nothing!"
"What?"
Ye Yang raised his sword-like eyebrows and asked, "What did Song Yi say?"
"He said that Liang City is a small town, but Sishui County is quite prosperous. He suggested using Sishui County as a place to train troops and surrounding Liang City with a large army to requisition the original defending forces of Liang City. Furthermore, Song Yi said that you should become a horseman because you are only fit to wield a spear under him..."
"Damn..."
Ye Yang muttered, feeling somewhat displeased. He knew that Song Yi was a despicable person with a narrow mind, and there was no need for him to get angry over such a person.
At this moment, Wang Lie said, "My lord, Chancellor Huai refuses to give us Sishui County. What should we do?"
"What should we do?"
Ye Yang's sword-like eyebrows relaxed as he smiled slightly. "Since they refuse to give it to us, we will take it ourselves. Sishui County governs the cities of Fuli and Zhu Yi, which are less than half a day's journey from Liang City. Hmph, send orders to all departments to rest well. Tonight, we will split our forces and launch a surprise attack on Fuli and Zhu Yi to seize Sishui County in one fell swoop!"
"Haha, yes, my lord!"
Wang Lie seemed very pleased, clearly sharing the same thoughts. In today's world, the Qin Empire's lands were fractured, and various powerful factions were rising up. If one wanted to claim territory, having a thick skin was essential. Ye Yang was a wise ruler who dared to speak and act, which greatly reassured Wang Lie.
At the same time, the surrounding area of Liang City began to be cultivated and settled, with an influx of people. Under Linghu Bao's advice, Ye Yang ordered the construction of a second city wall. As the population surged rapidly, Liang City's area needed expansion. Ye Yang also hoped to transform Liang City from a small County City into a large County City. Moreover, Liang City had unique advantages: one was the Fire God Clan's Forge, known throughout the world as the source of Divine Weapons; the other was the Azure Thunder Merchant Association, which had become the foremost commercial center in Central Plains. Miss Lei Xiaodie personally oversaw the Guild center in Liang City. Undoubtedly, Liang City would become a hub for economic exchange.
With resources and taxes in abundance, the next step was to recruit soldiers and horses, conquer surrounding hostile forces, and establish a powerful empire starting from small Liang City.
That night was eerily quiet.
Ye Yang personally led two thousand troops to Fuli City while Zhao Yun and Zhang Fei took five hundred Dragon Armored Warriors and one thousand Cavalry to Zhu Yi. With the strength of the Dragon Armored Warriors, even one hundred could capture a city; let alone five hundred. Therefore, Ye Yang felt quite at ease leaving five hundred Dragon Warriors to guard Liang City as the night raid commenced.
"Rustling..."
A light rain began to fall from the sky, hitting the armor and producing a faint sound.
Ye Yang looked up at the sky and then commanded loudly, "Pick up the pace and seize Zhu Yi while the rain is still strong!"
Not far away, Wang Lie approached with a raised sword and said in a low voice, "My lord, according to the information we have, there are less than five hundred old, weak, sick, and disabled soldiers defending Zhu Yi City. The main force is stationed outside the city, with a total of three thousand five hundred troops: one thousand spearmen, one thousand archers, one thousand shield bearers, and five hundred cavalry. The commander of the defending army is named Jia Zhi. He is cruel, debauched, and enjoys killing. He has previously plundered dozens of young maidens from the city for his amusement in the camp. I believe that if we kill Jia Zhi, it will demoralize his troops and we can easily subdue these three thousand five hundred Qin Army soldiers!"
Ye Yang nodded and galloped away.
An hour later, the rain fell heavier. In the distance, flickering lights could be seen in Jia Zhi's camp, where countless soldiers were resting inside their tents, with only a few lower-ranked soldiers guarding outside.
...
"Clang!"
Ye Yang drew the True Fire Sword from his back and ordered everyone, "I will go kill Jia Zhi; you all stay here and wait for my good news!"
"My lord, be careful!"
With that warning, Ye Yang charged toward the Central Army Tent.
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