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Song Yi took out a roll of silk from his bosom, glanced around mysteriously, and lowered his voice, saying, "General Ye, may we discuss matters in the hall?"
Ye Yang smiled, eager to know what this person was up to, and nodded, "Alright, please proceed to the inner hall. I hope you won't find my Prefectural Office in Hengshan County too shabby."
"Of course not!"
Song Yi shook his head repeatedly and turned to give a signal to several subordinates behind him. Immediately, four individuals placed their hands on their sword hilts and followed Song Yi, seemingly ready to act if Ye Yang made any suspicious moves.
However, Zhang Tianhe, Zhao Yun, and Zhang Fei, the three Starry Sky Warriors, were not to be underestimated either. Clad in armor and wielding long halberds and warhammers, they stood guard beside Ye Yang. This made Song Yi feel a chill run down his spine; he sensed that the aura emanating from these three was incredibly formidable. If a fight broke out, his four subordinates would surely be no match for them. Moreover, there was the hidden threat of Ye Yang himself—his rapid rise in strength had astonished and shocked all practitioners within the Qin Empire. Such an enemy was one that no one wished to provoke.
In fact, Song Yi had also overlooked someone—the girl standing on the balcony watching the flowers bloom and wither. Yun Xiaoxi was draped in a snow-white robe, standing next to Yan Yao. She looked delicate and charming, resembling a noble lady rather than a super strong individual with Starry Sky Fourth Level power.
...
The Hengshan County City was teeming with hidden talents; there were hundreds of Dragon Armored Warriors alone. Such a lineup was beyond Song Yi's imagination. If he had known this detail, he would have been trembling with fear and sweating profusely.
Upon arriving at the inner hall, Ye Yang ordered a maid to serve tea and then sat down next to Song Yi with a smile. "General, may I ask what kind of secret order Chancellor Huai has brought?"
Song Yi immediately became serious. He stood up and walked to the center of the hall, unrolling the silk embroidered with dragon patterns. In a deep voice, he declared, "Chancellor Huai's edict: Ye Yang, receive your orders!"
Ye Yang also became solemn as he drew his Azure Soul Sword and stepped forward. With a clang, he planted the sword into the stone floor and casually leaned against it without kneeling. He laughed and said, "I’m listening to your orders; General, please read quickly. I can earn hundreds of thousands of Knife Currency in just one second—I don’t have time to waste here..."
Song Yi: "..."
Clearing his throat, Song Yi announced loudly: "The Qin Emperor's tyranny has caused suffering among the people and widespread famine across the land. Qi Land's Ye Yang has risen against this oppression by killing Qin Generals and eliminating tyranny—he has won the hearts of the people. Therefore, I hereby promote Ye Yang to General of the Eastern Garrison of the Great Chu to defend Qi Land. Furthermore, General Xiang Liang of the Chu Army is leading troops to engage Zhang Han at Ding Tao. Ding Tao is less than two hundred miles from Hengshan County; Xiang Liang is overconfident and has stockpiled supplies at Fang Mountain. Zhang Han is cunning and commands condemned prisoners as soldiers; he will surely raid Chu Army supplies for sustenance. Thus, rather than allowing Zhang Han to gain an advantage, it is better for us to strike first. Therefore, I command Eastern General Ye Yang to lead thousands of troops on a night raid against Ding Tao to burn Xiang Liang's supplies stored at Fang Mountain!"
“Burning General Wu Xinjun Xiang Liang's supplies?” Ye Yang's gaze turned cold as he said, “General, whoever is responsible for this can be executed immediately…”
Song Yi's expression was awkward as he replied, “Eastern General, this is a decree personally written by His Majesty. Why do you question it? Xiang Liang will surely be defeated, and a large amount of supplies from the Chu Army will fall into Zhang Han's hands. Zhang Han is the commander appointed by Qin Ershi, known for his cunning and cruelty. If we do not burn the supplies, Zhang Han will become even stronger, and the threat to our allied forces will increase significantly.”
Ye Yang smirked and said, “Oh? But if we burn the supplies and logistics, won't General Xiang Liang be defeated even faster? Once he shows signs of fear, his army will collapse, and the bloodshed will be immense. Won't the losses for the Chu Army be even greater?”
“Ye Yang!”
Song Yi suddenly turned cold and said, “Since you have already accepted the military token from Eastern General, why do you keep refusing to accept the edict from Chancellor Huai? Do you intend to rebel?”
Ye Yang suddenly laughed, lifting the Azure Soul Sword and resting it on his shoulder as he grinned broadly, “I was never a general under Chancellor Huai, so why would I talk about rebellion? Hmph, burning Xiang Liang's supplies is merely your personal interest; why should I be the fool…”
Not far away, Zhang Tianhe raised his Warhammer, with waves of Starlight Power surging around its edges. Zhao Yun and Zhang Fei, both holding their respective weapons, the Dragon's Dagger and the Zhangba Snake Spear, seemed ready to strike at any moment. This made Song Yi feel a chill down his spine, especially with Ye Yang in front of him. Although he always wore a friendly smile, if things escalated, it was uncertain whether their five could withstand him for even a short while.
After pausing to collect himself, Song Yi said, “Indeed, Eastern General, you are a wise man. I won’t hide it from you; this edict was indeed personally written by Chancellor Huai. The uncle-nephew duo of Xiang Liang, relying on their status as descendants of generals and their high reputation in the Chu Region, have become arrogant and disrespectful, repeatedly offending Your Majesty King Huai. Therefore, Chancellor Huai decided to use Zhang Han to eliminate Xiang Liang. Without him, Xiang Yu is nothing but a reckless brute who poses no threat.”
“Finally willing to speak the truth…”
Ye Yang smiled slightly and said, “This is your personal grudge between you and Song Yi. It has nothing to do with me, Ye Yang. If you wish to use someone else's sword to kill, please find another blade. Our blade from Qi Land is somewhat dull; I fear it won't be able to help you. I suggest that you leave Hengshan County quickly to avoid any threats to your life. This place is at the junction of Qi, Zhao, and Yan territories where bandits roam freely. The forces in Hengshan County are stretched thin and cannot guarantee your safety!”
Song Yi was taken aback, his face turning pale.
However, one of the generals behind Song Yi suddenly raised his hand and pointed at Ye Yang, exclaiming, “Bold Ye Yang! How dare you threaten our General!?”
Ye Yang lightly laughed and suddenly disappeared from his spot!
"Smack!"
A clear sound echoed in the hall as the general covered his cheek and staggered back, a very distinct handprint appearing on his face. Ye Yang's slap nearly shattered his cheekbone; it was only thanks to Ye Yang holding back that this Earth Level Nine expert was still standing.
The air swirled, and Ye Yang reappeared in place, a hint of anger on his handsome face: "While I don't want to kill you for now, leave immediately. Hmph! I am a dignified Eastern General, and you dare to disrespect me? What rank are you? Do you have Second-Grade? If not, then shut your mouth!"
Not far away, Yun Xiaoxi couldn't help but chuckle: "So quick to set the rules..."
Zhang Tianhe also grinned widely.
Song Yi's face turned pale, but he dared not voice his anger. A strong dragon cannot suppress a local snake, and he was no strong dragon. Ye Yang was far more than just a local snake, so he could only clasp his fists indignantly and say, "Then, Eastern General, take care of yourself. We will meet again!"
Ye Yang nodded and watched as Song Yi and the others left.
Once the group had walked far away, Zhang Tianhe stepped forward and said, "Zi Yu, that Song Yi is not a good person. Why don't I chase after them and give them a beating, smashing those little pests into pieces?"
Ye Yang shook his head: "No, if we act now, we will offend the Chu Army. After all, he is also a General of the Chu Army. We cannot act against Xiang Liang or Song Yi. Let's wait for the right moment; watching from the sidelines while they fight each other is better, isn't it?"
Wang Lie smiled happily: "Your wisdom is unmatched, my lord!"
……
Just like that, several days passed quickly.
Ye Yang was using the wealth provided by King Yan to construct a palace for Yan Yao in Hengshan County while also vigorously building defensive fortifications around Hengshan County. A fortress was established on the side of the Azure Cloud Mountain Range, and fifty thousand elite soldiers were dispatched from Linzi City, Liang City, Jiaodong County, and Jibei Commandery to garrison the fortress, working together to defend Hengshan County. Undoubtedly, in the upcoming battles, Hengshan County would become the focal point of conflict among the four feudal lords: Qi, Zhao, Yan, and Wei.
In the afternoon, a battle report arrived. A messenger, pale-faced, dismounted and rushed into the lord's mansion, whispering urgently, "My lord, disaster has struck!"
"What disaster?" Ye Yang asked, raising a piece as he was engaged in a game of Go with Wang Lie.
The messenger hurriedly pulled out a military report from his bosom and said, "In Ding Tao region, General Wuxin Xiang Liang's supply depot was attacked and burned. Zhang Han took advantage of the situation to launch a surprise attack; the Chu Army suffered a great defeat. General Wuxin Xiang Liang was killed by Zhang Han, and his head has been hung above Dingtao City. Furthermore, Zhang Han has declared that he will let Xiang Liang see with his own eyes as the State of Chu is reduced to ruins."
"What?"
Ye Yang was taken aback and said, "Xiang Liang's supplies were burned? I... I don't think I had any involvement in this. Who did it?"
The messenger's face turned ashen. "It is rumored to be troops from Hengshan County."
"Troops from Hengshan County? Who are they?"
"It is... it is..."
"Don't hesitate. Whose troops are they?"
"They are the Yan troops stationed at Azure Mountain Camp in Hengshan County. Lin Yin General followed Song Yi's instigation two days ago and led two thousand Iron Cavalry to Ding Tao for a night raid, burning Xiang Liang's supplies..."
"Damn it!"
Ye Yang erupted in anger, shattering the Go board with a wave of his hand. Wang Lie stared at him in shock while holding a piece.
Suddenly, Wang Lie became even angrier, standing up and shouting, "Someone, prepare the horses and gather my troops immediately!"
"Yes, my lord!"
At that moment, Ye Yang glanced at Wang Lie and asked, "What are you planning to do?"
"I'm heading to Azure Mountain Camp to take down that ungrateful bastard Lin Yin!"
"And then?"
"There is no 'and then'!"
"Very well..."
Ye Yang sneered coldly and said, "Lin Yin actually fell under Song Yi's instigation. Hmph, if he were that foolish, would King Yan dare to send him to Hengshan County as an insider? In my opinion, Lin Yin clearly intended to take down Xiang Liang, bringing disaster upon us in Hengshan County. Once Xiang Liang is dead, Xiang Yu will surely direct all his anger towards me. This is a serious problem..."
Wang Lie finally realized the gravity of the situation and asked, "My lord, what should we do?"
"You don't need to worry about it; I'll handle this matter."
"Understood!"
Ye Yang took a deep breath and called over a few subordinates, asking, "What movements has Lin Yin made in recent days?"
One of the guards replied, "Lin Yin secretly launched a raid outside Ding Tao, and since then, he has been drinking with the other generals in the Tent. It seems there have been no other movements."
"Think again and confirm that there are no other activities?"
"Oh, there is more!" one guard suddenly realized and said, "Lin Yin is quite lecherous; he ordered his subordinates to bring over a dozen courtesans from Hengshan County. I heard that recently Lin Yin has been lingering around the towns near County City, and it seems he plans to forcibly take a farmer's daughter tonight by sending soldiers to demand her..."
"Damn it!"
Ye Yang couldn't help but curse, "He dares to act recklessly on my territory; he's truly seeking death. Hmph, since you don't want to live, Lin Yin, I'll send you on your way!"
With that, Ye Yang leaped into the air and quietly vanished, leaving a group of astonished Hengshan County Soldiers behind.
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