latelenovela Chapter 352 5 Soldiers
Chapter 352 5 Soldiers
Emperor Beizun's attack has also mobilized her. If Xifeng Lie doesn't gain any advantage against Tiansheng at the Jiangxi Fortress, the Liao Dynasty will definitely suffer even more. If Sikong Jin doesn't seize this opportunity, she might never have such a good chance again! Besides, Sikong Jin isn't some fool who wouldn't take advantage of a good opportunity!
By sending troops, she would be announcing to the world that the previous request for reinforcements at Hangu Pass was part of an agreement between Sikong Jin and Emperor Beizun, an agreement that they had orchestrated the terrible storm that had struck the Fengyun Continent. This would also demonstrate to the Dayong Dynasty the true nature of their relationship…
As a result, the Dayong court will definitely be more wary of Sikong Jin, and for the sake of future plans, it seems that Sikong Jin really only has the option of sending troops.
Taking advantage of the opportunity, they swept across the Liao Dynasty, grabbed a share of the spoils, and allied with the area around Hangu Pass. To the south, they bordered the three major states that Emperor Beizun had forcibly torn open. The two were practically inseparable.
Now, besides feeling a bit annoyed that this man had tricked her so badly, she also admired his cunning! He truly had a long-term vision, so unfathomable and profound, that she couldn't help but secretly admire him!
Since that's the case, let's take a gamble and go all out!
Turning down immediate benefits wasn't in Sikong Jin's style. As for the score between her and him, she could settle it when they met again. Rather than risk being beaten up by him again, she'd rather be his ally. Otherwise, not only would she be wiped out by him, but she'd also be seen as a defeated and inferior figure in his eyes.
and many more?
Who says she was destined to lose?
If she and Di Beizun really fight in the future, who will win?
Subconsciously, she had already categorized him as someone she couldn't defeat. This thought absolutely couldn't be allowed to remain, so...
"My lord! My lord!"
Just then, an announcement came from outside!
As Lord Sikong and his subordinates turned to look towards the door, they saw a soldier lift the curtain and walk in with an excited and enthusiastic expression!
"My lord! My lord! Great news!"
The soldier excitedly clasped his hands and said, "Lord Berger is back! My lord! And she brought fifty thousand cavalry with her. She said those soldiers are all your army, they are our brothers!"
Upon hearing this, Sikong Jin raised her eyebrows, a satisfied glint appearing in her starry eyes. After a moment of silence, she nodded with delight and said, "Very good, Berger is truly getting to know me better and better! He actually completed the task ahead of schedule!"
"My lord, what... what does this mean?"
Mei Ruhua and the others were still confused and didn't know what to do. Seeing the mysterious smile that quickly appeared on Sikong Jin's small face, they couldn't help but ask.
Lord Berger?
Didn't she disappear after the Liao army breached the city? And what about her thousands of cavalrymen?
No, no!
In fact, Berger has always been very mysterious. As the captain of the adult's personal guard, she is rarely seen accompanying the adult to protect his safety, but rather always appears and disappears mysteriously. Especially in recent years, she has almost never been seen staying in the military camp with her subordinates.
Whenever they asked about Berger's whereabouts, the adults would always give evasive answers, either saying that he had sent Berger and his brothers to do some side business, or that they had been sent on a mission.
If they pressed further, asking what kind of mission they were carrying out and what side jobs they were doing, the adults would always respond with a mysterious smile.
When Malan City was captured and there was no trace of Berger and her men, they assumed she might have led her troops in a mutiny and defected to the Liao army. However, they were instead reprimanded by their superiors, who defended Berger. They even immediately wrote a letter to the Central Plains Legal Affairs Bureau, instructing them not to send anyone to investigate the matter for the time being.
Who is the Grand Secretary of the Judiciary?
Isn't he just an adult's good brother? Delaying this matter is just a matter of minutes, isn't it?
So the matter has been stalled until now—Berger and his men are still missing!
How can this sudden news not be shocking?
"Hey, are you sure Lord Berger didn't bring back the Liao army?"
Meng Benbo finally realized what was happening and quickly stared at the soldier, asking a question.
"Yes, sir! Some of the soldiers Lord Bei brought back seem to know our brothers very well; they're right here at the training ground..."
The soldier replied.
Before he could finish speaking, Lord Sikong had already strode out the door with his hands behind his back.
As soon as I reached the edge of the training ground, I could see rows of neatly arranged soldiers standing in the once empty field. They were all wearing brand-new uniforms, which were the ones that Lord Sikong had recently given them, bearing the clear insignia of the Sikong Jin Legion.
The massive ranks filled the parade ground, and one could feel the excitement and high morale of the soldiers as soon as one entered; the soldiers were in excellent spirits.
Upon seeing Lord Sikong approach, the entire group stood in solemn respect. Captain Berger, dressed in a silver battle robe, walked forward with a dashing and capable air, a smile he could not hide on his handsome face. He clasped his hands in a salute to Lord Sikong and said loudly, "Captain Berger, leading 50,000 soldiers of Sikong Jin's Second Legion, pays his respects to Your Excellency!"
As Berger finished speaking, a series of swift movements were heard, and the 50,000 soldiers on horseback drew their swords, raising their arms in unison and shouting—
"Long live! Long live!"
The deafening shouts shook the heavens and the earth, like thunderclaps exploding in the air, leaving Mei Ruhua and the others who followed behind completely unable to react to what had happened!
Where did these 50,000 soldiers come from?
Why did Berger say that these 50,000 soldiers were the Second Legion of Sikong Jin?
When did the adults start recruiting soldiers again?
Why do they know nothing?
Numerous questions swirled in his mind, unable to find answers. Meng Benbo finally recovered from his astonishment and asked in great surprise, "My lord, what exactly happened? These soldiers... and Lady Bei..."
Lord Sikong glanced at the group of people who looked puzzled and shocked, then slightly raised his hand to signal the soldiers who were shouting in unison to calm down. After a while, he looked at Berger and said calmly, "Lord Berger, you should explain to them."
"Yes! Your lord!"