NCCnovel Chapter 302 Third Young Master, please don't let them merge!
Chapter 302 Third Young Master, please don't let them merge!
Later, Lü Xiao's display of martial prowess completely overturned his understanding.
That was true invincibility; even Li Yuanba could only be second to him.
Today, another person has appeared who is on par with Li Yuanba. His strength is so great that he can fight Yuanba to a standstill.
This gave him hope.
If Li Yuanba alone couldn't defeat Lü Xiao, what would happen if this other person were added to the mix?
If the two of them join forces, they might actually be able to fight Lü Xiao!
If we can recruit him and make him our own, we will have a better chance of winning against Lü Xiao in the future.
"Brother, sound the retreat."
After thinking it through, Li Shimin immediately spoke, his tone resolute.
"it is good."
Although Li Jiancheng did not know Li Shimin's meaning, he saw that Li Shimin's expression was solemn, so he could only do as he was told.
The gong sounded, sharp and piercing, echoing across the battlefield.
The soldiers of the Li family rescued Li Yuanba and retreated in an orderly and efficient manner.
Seeing this, Dou Jiande's side had no intention of pursuing them.
Forcing the Li family to be the first to call a retreat is already one of their few victories in recent times.
If we pursue them, things might change, and it might not be worth the risk.
Immediately, Dou Jiande's side sounded the retreat signal, and both sides withdrew, gradually restoring calm to the battlefield.
In the Li family camp, the Li family generals returned to their camps and discussed the day's battle in small groups.
Li Yuanji swayed precariously on his horse, his face extremely grim and dark.
He didn't understand why they suddenly withdrew their troops. They clearly still had a chance, and if they continued fighting, the outcome was uncertain!
The fat guy is already unconscious. All we have to do is rush up and finish him off with one more stab, and that'll be the end of it, right?
"Ugh."
Seeing this, Cheng Yaojin sighed softly, his voice just loud enough for Li Yuanji to hear.
"Old Cheng, what's wrong?"
You Junda understood Cheng Yaojin's meaning, and the two worked together seamlessly. He immediately spoke up, looking concerned.
"So close, so very close!"
Cheng Yaojin shook his head, looking regretful.
His tone was full of regret, as if he had missed out on something incredibly wonderful.
"Damn it!"
Li Yuanji, already frustrated, cursed angrily upon hearing Cheng Yaojin's words.
The whip lashed out at the air, as if it wanted to strike someone more.
"Third Young Master, please don't be impatient. The order to withdraw the troops was given by the Second Young Master. He must have made his own decision."
Cheng Yaojin offered his heartfelt advice from the side, his face full of sincerity, as if he were speaking up for Li Yuanji.
"Yes, the Second Young Master is incredibly resourceful and shrewd; we should just follow his orders."
Yu Junda then added fuel to the fire, his tone full of admiration, as if Li Shimin were some kind of extraordinary figure.
They already knew that Li Yuanji looked down on Li Shimin, and Li Shimin looked down on Li Yuanji as well.
The two brothers appeared to be on good terms but were actually at odds, each secretly wishing the other would be embarrassed.
The more Li Yuanji praised Li Shimin, the more he resented him; this was a pattern they had figured out over time.
"That's right, it's because we're not as brave and resourceful as the Second Young Master."
Cheng Yaojin added a sentence, sighed, as if lamenting the unfairness of fate.
This further enraged Li Yuanji.
That anger shot straight to the top of his head, his eyes turned bloodshot, and the veins on his forehead bulged.
It's Li Shimin again!
Everyone thought Li Shimin was amazing—amazing in battle, brilliant in strategy, and also great in dealing with people.
Now even the generals around him think the same way, praising Li Shimin in front of him, isn't that slapping him in the face?
In what way is he inferior to Li Shimin?
Li Yuanji gripped the reins tightly, his knuckles turning white, and gritted his teeth as he rode back to camp without uttering a word.
Behind them, Cheng Yaojin and You Junda exchanged a glance, their lips curving slightly upwards before they quickly reverted to their loyal and devoted demeanor.
"Li Shimin!"
Li Yuanji roared as he charged into the main tent.
His voice was filled with anger, so strong that it made the tent curtains tremble.
Li Shimin, who was discussing military affairs with Li Jiancheng, immediately changed his expression upon hearing this angry roar.
The other Li family generals also lowered their heads, assuming they were asleep, keeping their eyes down and not daring to breathe.
"What makes you think you can just order a retreat? I was already charging into the enemy lines, and I was just a hair's breadth away from killing General Dou Jiande!"
Li Yuanji stormed into the tent, his steps quick and hurried, and pushed Li Shimin with his outstretched hand.
Li Shimin staggered two steps before regaining his balance.
"Li Yuanji!"
After regaining his balance, Li Shimin gritted his teeth, his voice escaping through the gaps between his teeth, and veins bulging on his forehead.
There were outsiders in the main tent today, and he didn't want to hurt the harmony among his brothers and become a laughingstock.
But this third brother is becoming more and more outrageous.
To contradict him in public and push him around was simply taking his patience for weakness.
"Oh dear, Third Young Master, this is your elder brother! You mustn't be so rude!"
Cheng Yaojin also rushed into the tent, earnestly trying to persuade him, his voice full of anxiety.
But he just wouldn't break up the fight. He stood aside, shouting fiercely, but his feet didn't budge.
"Yuanji, we'll discuss this later. You may leave now."
Li Shimin closed his eyes, took a deep breath, his chest heaving as he tried to suppress the anger in his heart.
He had tried his best to communicate with Li Yuanji calmly.
But this fellow was ungrateful and kept pressing forward.
"You're squandering a crucial opportunity! What kind of strategist are you, and what gives you the right to command the battle like this!"
Li Yuanji didn't buy it at all, pressing him relentlessly and becoming more and more agitated.
Spits splattered onto Li Shimin's face, and his finger almost poked the tip of Li Shimin's nose.
"Li Yuanji, you caused trouble in the main tent. Do you really think I wouldn't dare to punish you according to military law?"
Li Shimin's eyes hardened, and his hand was already on the hilt of his sword.
In that instant, he really wanted to draw his sword and chop this traitorous thing to pieces.
"Second brother!"
Li Jiancheng stood up, quickly stepped forward, and stood between the two men, spreading his arms wide, as if afraid they would actually start fighting.
"You want to court-martial me? You think you can!"
Li Yuanji showed no fear. His sword was already half an inch out of its sheath, gleaming coldly, and his eyes were full of provocation.
"Third Young Master, please speak calmly, don't let this escalate into a fight!"
This time, Cheng Yaojin didn't just shout; he actually grabbed Li Yuanji's arm and pulled him backward with all his might.
Only he knows how much effort he used.
"Drag them down! Drag them all down!"
Li Jiancheng beckoned to those around him to come forward, his voice filled with anxiety.
The guards outside the tent swarmed in and rushed forward.
Seeing this, the crowd took turns trying to drag Li Shimin and Li Yuanji, pulling and tugging at them with all their might.
Its strength was far beyond what Cheng Yaojin, who wanted to take sides, could match.
The situation, which had escalated to the point of drawing swords against each other, was resolved.
Back in his tent, Cheng Yaojin was so anxious that he kept slapping his thighs, making loud slapping sounds. His expression was more annoyed than anyone else's.