Reports...
Marshal Yue has been attacked and is seriously wounded!
Reports...
The Yan Zhao Imperial Dynasty's army has broken through Wule Pass!
Reports...
The allied forces of the Tian Lin and Xi Liang kingdoms have breached three border cities in succession!
...
Several urgent military dispatches from the border were transmitted to Wangjing at the fastest speed.
The border situation was truly changing rapidly. Originally, with Yue Longgang personally guarding the border, the three nations of Yan Zhao, Tian Lin, and Xi Liang had been deterred.
Unexpectedly, Lan Ling took advantage of the opportunity presented by Ying Tianci's rebellion and the ensuing chaos in the Great Qin Imperial Dynasty to decisively launch an aggressive war.
She first dispatched an Emperor-level expert to assassinate Yue Longgang. Although Yue Longgang was not killed, he was successfully and severely wounded.
Yue Longgang was the Grand Marshal of the Great Qin Imperial Dynasty and the backbone of the army. With his incapacitation, the morale of the Great Qin army was thrown into disarray.
Subsequently, Lan Ling swiftly colluded with the Tian Lin and Xi Liang kingdoms, seizing this golden opportunity to advance their troops, completely tearing through the Great Qin's border defenses and pushing deep into its territory.
Upon hearing this news, Ying Tianbao was struck as if by lightning, his mind going blank.
With Yue Longgang severely wounded and the army's morale plummeting to an all-time low, it was unlikely they could withstand the invasion of the three kingdoms.
The demise of the Great Qin Imperial Dynasty seemed to be a matter of time.
"My Great Qin is in peril."
Ying Tianbao let out a long sigh and collapsed onto the ground.
Originally, Ying Ye had intended to prepare to abdicate to Ying Tianbao. Little did he know that before he could even ascend the throne, the country would be lost!
"Your Highness, do not despair, it is not yet time for hopelessness. Have you forgotten, we still have Young Master Ji. As long as Young Master Ji takes action, he will surely be able to turn the tide and save the collapsing edifice."
Uncle Fu, standing by his side, offered words of comfort.
"Yes, yes, I still have my Brother Mo."
Ying Tianbao's complexion regained its radiance, his eyes shining with hope.
However, he was also filled with anxiety. Given Ji Mo's status, would he intervene in the affairs of the mortal world?
As if sensing Ying Tianbao's concerns, Uncle Fu said, "Young Master Ji has always treated Your Highness like a brother. As long as Your Highness asks for help, I believe Young Master Ji will surely assist. Moreover, Young Master Ji is a person who cares about the world and loves the people. He would not bear to see countless citizens suffer from the ravages of war. I shall go and invite Young Master Ji to discuss this matter."
With that, Uncle Fu hurried towards Ji Mo's residence.
Not long after Ji Mo left with Uncle Fu, Black Rose also rushed back to the prince's mansion.
When she didn't see Ji Mo in the room, her heart sank to the bottom.
She then discovered the bodies of Wen San and Wen Si, which further increased her worry for Ji Mo's safety, fearing that he had encountered danger.
It was only when she found Ji Mo unharmed and with Ying Tianbao that her taut heart finally relaxed.
She finally understood what it felt like to care about someone.
"It seems I must return to the Asura Hall and have a good talk with the Hall Master to prove that I have not betrayed the organization. Otherwise, I fear the Hall Master will not let this matter rest."
Black Rose was well aware of how terrifying the Asura Hall was and did not want Ji Mo to be put in danger because of her.
Now, the only way was to return to the Asura Hall and find a way to resolve this matter, otherwise, the Asura Hall would continuously dispatch assassins until Ji Mo was killed.
"Mo Mo, I will bear all the consequences. I will not let you be implicated in the slightest."
Black Rose made her decision, found paper and a pen, and left a simple letter for Ji Mo.
She was very reluctant, but she had to leave.
Little did she know, this departure would lead to...
"Brother Mo, please save Great Qin."
As soon as Ying Tianbao saw Ji Mo, he hugged him and wept. Now, all hope of saving Great Qin rested on Ji Mo.
After understanding the situation, Ji Mo frowned deeply.
He knew the horrors and brutality of war, the flames of conflict spreading everywhere, bodies littering the ground, families torn apart, and people displaced.
Given Great Qin's current state, it was not impossible for the nation to be destroyed, and who knew how many people would die.
Ji Mo naturally would not stand idly by and began to consider what he could do.
With his medical skills, he might be able to make a difference.
At the very least, he could save lives and tend to the wounded soldiers.
He decided to head to the border and contribute his humble efforts.
"Xiao Bao, I will do my utmost to help Great Qin."
Ji Mo patted Ying Tianbao's back, comforting him.
"Brother Mo, with your words, I feel at ease. With you here, I am not afraid even if the sky falls."
Ying Tianbao let out a sigh of relief, pressing his head against Ji Mo's chest, listening to his heartbeat, and feeling an immense sense of security.
Uncle Fu, witnessing this scene, couldn't help but sigh, "Indeed, this is true love!"
Afterward, Ying Tianbao took out a token and handed it to Ji Mo.
The token was half the size of a palm, golden all over. The front was inscribed with the words "As if I were personally present," and the back bore the imperial family totem of the Ying family, representing supreme royal authority.
With this token, Ji Mo could mobilize all of Great Qin's resources.
Ying Tianbao had, in essence, entrusted the entire country to Ji Mo.
The situation was urgent, and Ji Mo dared not delay. He asked Uncle Fu for a swift horse and immediately set off.
And thus, he missed the letter Black Rose had left for him.
Ji Mo rode non-stop, heading north towards the border.
That night, he camped on a large tree by a pool of water.
After days of arduous travel, he was extremely weary and soon fell into a deep sleep.
Not long after, a voice could be heard from afar.
"In times of turmoil, like duckweed, how can one bear to see the beacon fires burn across the land? Though of humble rank, one must not forget the country. Even if no one knows me... Young Master Ji's 'Chi Ling' is truly touching and resonates deeply with me. The rise and fall of a nation is the responsibility of every man. Though Hua Tianxiang is disabled and a woman, I too must rush to the front lines, kill the enemy, and protect our homeland."
A woman clad in fiery red leather armor, carrying a long sword on her back, slowly emerged from the darkness.
The woman had a beautiful face, a slender waist, and long legs. Her wine-red hair was tied into a ponytail, giving her an imposing and heroic demeanor, exuding an indescribable, unique aura.
The only pity was that her left leg seemed to have a defect, causing her to walk with a slight limp.
The woman was travel-worn, her face etched with fatigue, clearly having traveled for a long time.
But even with her dusty appearance, her eyes remained as bright and captivating as the stars in the sky.
Hua Tianxiang arrived by the pool, unaware of Ji Mo sleeping in the treetops, nor did she see the swift horse hidden in the bushes. She then removed her leather armor and shed her clothes.
Her crystal-clear body, illuminated by the moonlight, emitted a hazy glow, exuding an infinite beauty.
Her jade legs were long and straight, but her left leg clearly had a congenital defect, with the lower part slightly bent, marring that perfection.
Hua Tianxiang slowly walked into the pool and began to wash her delicate body, as white as ivory.
After washing, her mood also improved, and she even began to hum the song "Chi Ling."
Hua Tianxiang was filled with curiosity. What kind of person would the talented Young Master Ji, who could write such beautiful lyrics and melodies, be?
She had prepared herself to die on the battlefield during this trip to the border.
However, she had a regret: she had not been able to meet that talented Young Master Ji.
"If only I could meet him, how wonderful that would be!"
Hua Tianxiang clasped her hands together, looking up at the sky, making a wish to the bright moon.
Suddenly, with a splash.
Something seemed to fall from above and land in front of her.