BSI Chapter 14 Capturing the Dragon on a Rainy Night
Chapter 14 Capturing the Dragon on a Rainy Night
Soon, Lü Xiao and Yin Yue and the others began preparations.
All the Taibao (bodyguards) participated in the operation to capture Yang Xuangan, and the three hundred elite soldiers were also Yang Lin's trusted subordinates.
These people changed into civilian clothes and went to Liyang in batches.
Inside the Prince's residence, Lü Xiao and the others were also ready.
Today's Lü Xiao is extraordinary. He refused to become Yang Lin's adopted son, and the system's reward has already been issued.
What is the true Lu Bu set?
He wore a purple-gold crown with three forks to tie his hair, a red brocade robe with a hundred flowers from Sichuan, a beast-faced chainmail armor, and a lion-shaped belt around his waist.
These armors were all issued by the system and were enhanced with other additional attributes.
For example, the red brocade robe with a hundred flowers is impervious to water and fire.
The beast-faced, head-swallowing chainmail armor is impervious to swords and spears.
The halberd no longer weighs only a few dozen kilograms; instead, it has been given a new material by the system.
It weighs over 500 jin!
The truly unparalleled Fangtian Halberd!
Red Hare is even more extraordinary, not only is it adorned with a black coat, but it has also become the Whirlwind Red Hare.
When Lü Xiao stepped out of his courtyard, everyone's eyes turned to him.
"Good heavens, the fourteenth prince really is a descendant of Lü Bu!"
Xue Liang stared intently at Lü Xiao. Although he had never met Lü Bu, he could see his shadow in Lü Xiao.
"Zi Lie's bravery must be due to his lineage as a descendant of the Flying General."
Yang Lin looked Lü Xiao up and down, his satisfaction evident.
Despite his young age, Lü Xiao was already physically strong and tall.
Now, wearing these armors, an aura of power and might is palpable.
"Hehe, please excuse my poor performance."
Lu Xiao knew that this outfit was incredibly flashy, and he felt a little embarrassed being stared at like that.
"Fourteenth Brother, I've noticed that your halberd is different from the one you had before."
Xue Liang darted to Lü Xiao's side, constantly examining the Peerless Fangtian Halberd.
This halberd looks heavy, and the dragon and phoenix paintings on the shaft make it look very imposing.
"Yes, this is my new weapon."
Lu Xiao said it casually, but did not explain the reason behind it.
"Oh, what about the old one?"
"I'm letting go of the old me..."
Lu Xiao almost slapped himself; his ex-boyfriend from before he transmigrated was still chasing him!
"Godfather, eldest brother, second brother, I've come to bring you peace charms..."
Just then, Yang Yu'er arrived and paused when she saw Lü Xiao.
This was the first time she had ever seen such a heroic young man, and she couldn't help but take a second look.
"We have another amulet. Here, let's put it on our eldest brother."
Seeing this, Luo Fang's face was full of a happy smile.
Every time they went to war, Yang Yu'er would prepare amulets for her brothers to ensure their safety.
He thought that Yang Yu'er was so preoccupied with Qin Qiong's affairs that she had forgotten about her brothers.
"it is good."
Yang Yu'er took out a peace charm embroidered with Luo Fang's name and tied it around Luo Fang's waist.
"Mine! Mine!"
Xue Liang was extremely impatient, jumping around.
"Yes, we have them all."
Yang Yu'er covered her face and chuckled, then took out a peace charm embroidered with Xue Liang's name.
Finally, she walked up to Lü Xiao, looked up at him slightly, and took out the last one from the brocade pouch.
It was also the most exquisitely crafted amulet, and she whispered, "Fourteenth Brother, this is yours."
This is her future husband. Although the wedding was postponed due to unforeseen circumstances, her longing for him is even stronger than before.
She approached cautiously, ready to tie it for him.
"Thank you, Sister Yu'er." Lu Xiao bowed his head and thanked her, his gaze inadvertently sweeping over Yang Yu'er's fingers.
However, it was noticed that the tips of her right thumb and middle finger were wrapped with thin strips of cloth, with faint traces of blood visible through them.
It was clearly caused by repeatedly being pricked by needles while rushing to make these amulets overnight.
Yang Yu'er was unaware of Lü Xiao's gaze. She carefully tied the peace charm embroidered with the two characters "Lü Xiao" to the inside of the Lion-Slaying Belt around his waist, her movements gentle and solemn.
After fastening the belt, she took two steps back, her gaze sweeping over each of her fourteen brothers who were about to depart, her eyes filled with concern and worry:
"Eldest brother, second brother...fourteenth brother, this journey is dangerous, please be careful in everything you do."
As a woman, she was unable to join the army in battle.
The only thing they could do was stay home and burn incense and pray day and night, asking for divine protection and hoping for their safety.
"Don't worry, little sister!" Luo Fang patted her chest, exuding confidence.
"Just stay home and take good care of your godfather. When we return victorious, we'll hold a grand wedding for you and the fourteenth prince, a lively and joyous occasion!"
Everyone laughed and then, without further delay, mounted their horses and headed out of the mansion.
"Yu'er," Yang Lin looked at his daughter, his tone filled with apology, "it's my fault for delaying your marriage with Zi Lie..."
"Godfather," Yang Yu'er interrupted him, smiling gently and understandingly.
"My daughter understands."
The affairs of the court and the safety of the country are of paramount importance.
My daughter isn't in a hurry. She just hopes they'll all be safe and sound.
People being safe and sound is the most important thing.
In the blink of an eye, Lü Xiao and his group had arrived in Liyang.
It was already late, and night had fallen.
To make matters worse, the weather turned against them, with torrential rain pouring down, turning the roads into muddy, impassable tracks.
The group gathered in an abandoned house to take shelter from the rain and discussed the matter.
Luo Fang wiped the rain from her face and said in a deep voice, "The rain is too heavy. Should we wait until it gets light and the rain subsides before we proceed?"
Lu Xiao shook his head, his gaze sharp:
"can not wait.
Every day Yang Xuangan stays in Liyang increases the threat he poses to His Majesty.
"Your Majesty has just suffered a defeat at the hands of Goguryeo; we must not allow internal strife to erupt again, giving enemies both inside and outside the country an opportunity to exploit the situation. We must fight a swift and decisive battle!"
Everyone knew this made sense, and they no longer hesitated.
After briefly dividing the tasks, Lü Xiao, Luo Fang, Xue Liang, and others split up and each infiltrated the vicinity of Liyang City according to their plans.
Lü Xiao rode alone to the outskirts of Yang Xuangan's garrison.
The rain poured down, splashing fine droplets onto his brand-new armor.
The Red Hare, with its head held high, stood tall, exhaling white vapor in the rain.
"I am Lü Xiao, the fourteenth bodyguard under Yang Lin, the Prince of Kao Shan," he said, his voice piercing through the rain and clearly reaching the ears of the guards at the camp gate.
"By order of His Excellency, I have come to see Lord Yang Xuangan of Chu, as I have important matters to discuss!"
"What? Yang Lin sent people?"
Inside the main tent, Yang Xuangan received the news, his eyes showing a hint of guilt.
He looked around at the generals in the tent, his heart filled with fear.
Could it be that things have been exposed?
However, the people here are all his confidants, and they should not betray him.
"Brother, why not go and see him first?"
Yang Xuanzong knew his elder brother's plan and understood what he was worried about.
"it is good."
Yang Xuangan took a deep breath, suppressed his unease, and suddenly stood up, grabbing the sword from the sword rack and hanging it at his waist.
When faced with a situation, overthinking is pointless.
If our scheme is exposed, we can simply... take action beforehand!
When he arrived at the camp gate and saw only one man and one horseman standing in the rain, his doubts deepened.
Yang Lin only sent one person?
What's going on here?
"I am Lü Xiao, one of the Fourteen Protectors under the Prince of Kao Shan. I greet you, Lord Chu."
Lü Xiao dismounted swiftly and decisively, cupping his hands in a gesture of respect, neither humble nor arrogant.
Immediately, he took out Yang Lin's token, a bronze talisman engraved with the mark of the King of Kao Shan.
Yang Xuangan quickly returned the greeting, took the bronze talisman and examined it carefully; it was indeed genuine.
He lowered his guard slightly and stepped aside, saying, "So it's you, Taibao. You must be tired from traveling in the rainy night. Please come inside and let's talk."
Lü Xiao nodded and followed Yang Xuangan toward the central command tent.
"The Duke of Chu's strict military discipline is admirable."
As he walked, Lü Xiao spoke casually.
His gaze swept over the soldiers who stood tall in the rain, fully armored and on guard in secret.
"Even in the pouring rain and the dead of night, the soldiers in the camp remained vigilant and ready for battle. Their high level of alertness truly makes them pillars of our Great Sui Dynasty."
Yang Xuangan chuckled twice: "You flatter me, Grand Tutor..."
Once inside the tent, Yang Xuangan sat down and began asking questions.
After Yang Guang's defeat in Goguryeo, he was preparing to organize troops to launch an attack and overthrow this tyrannical ruler.
Before the troops could be dispatched, Yang Lin had already sent people over.
This was indeed something he couldn't figure out.
"Of course there's good news."
Lu Xiao smiled and quietly surveyed the environment inside the tent.
When he entered the main tent, he saw many soldiers in armor standing ready, as if they had received orders.
Meanwhile, the generals inside the main tent were eyeing him with hostility.
Some people even placed their hands on the hilt of their swords, ready to draw them at any moment.
These people have nothing to hide; even if you told a ghost this, it probably wouldn't believe you.
"Good news?" Yang Xuangan was curious to hear what the good news was.
"Someone secretly reported to His Majesty that the Duke of Chu harbored treasonous intentions, and His Majesty has specially ordered the old Thousand Years Old to arrest you."
"Lord Chu, are you ready to meet the Emperor?"