As the Southern Jin army gathered outside the city, the next battle was approaching.

In order to prevent Yan Mu from worrying about military pay, Liu Yunxiang took the initiative to take care of it himself.

She set out for Jiangzhou early the next morning and purchased 10,000 shi of grain there. At the same time, the 10,000 shi of grain that Zhang Qi raised for them also arrived.

When he came back the next day, he took 10,000 shi of food to pay for the army and another 10,000 shi to distribute to the people in the city, but these were far from enough.

Fighting is the most expensive thing in terms of money and material resources. Fortunately, she has a lot of money and can support it for the time being. However, mobilizing food and grass is a problem. This is something she cannot do with her own strength and needs the support of the court.

"I have to go back to Shengjing." Liu Yunxiang said to Yan Mu, "When the emperor learns that you have broken the covenant and has taken the lead in starting a war, he will definitely blame you. I have to go back and help you stabilize the situation."

Yan Mu looked deeply at Liu Yunxiang and stepped forward to hug her.

"good."

She said that she would support him and asked him to trust her. This is how a husband and wife should support each other. His wife is not a woman who only knows how to embroider. She has great courage and great ability.

"I will take you out of the city early tomorrow morning."

Liu Yunxiang thought for a moment and said, "We still have to guard against Qin Feishi and Lu Changan."

"I know."

"Especially, Lu Changan."

Yan Mu frowned slightly, "I haven't asked you yet, how did you convince him to come to help me?"

Liu Yunxiang's expression stiffened for a moment, fearing that Yan Mu would notice something strange, so he quickly smiled and said: "If we lose the battle in Lingnan, then the Southern Jin Dynasty will inevitably march straight in. By then, Shengjing will not be saved, and the entire great prosperity will not be saved, and Xizhou will naturally be lost.

He will also be in danger, and he is not stupid. At this time, fighting with you and taking the lead in eliminating the enemy is the most correct thing to do."

"I hope he figured it out."

Liu Yunxiang exhaled, "Yan Mu, three years, I hope you can use three years to resolve the war in Lingnan."

Yan Mu was amused, "Why three years?"

Liu Yunxiang hugged Yan Mu and said, "I am in Shengjing and you are in Lingnan. I don't want to be separated from you for too long."

Yan Mu hugged Liu Yunxiang and said, "Okay, then three years."

At night, the Southern Jin army marched another thirty miles toward the south city gate, and Da Rong was ready to respond.

"Our troops are outnumbered by the enemy. It is best to hold the city gate at the moment, defend first, and wear down the opponent's combat effectiveness, and then go out of the city to fight at the right time." While Yan Mu and Qin Fei were discussing the battle plan, Lu Changan and Su Hui discussed the battle plan.

Lu Changan pointed to the west, "I will appoint the Western Army to be responsible for the defense of the west."

Qin Feishi pointed to the south, "Then we are responsible for the south."

"They will definitely enter the palace in large numbers tonight, and our main force is still at the south gate. This battle will definitely be difficult, but they attack the city and we defend the city. As long as we hold on, we will win," Yan Mu said.

Su Hui nodded, "No matter how provocative the other party is, we will never open the city gate!"

"Um."

As soon as the four people were discussing, they heard the sound of drums outside, indicating that the other party had begun to attack the city.

"Everyone keep their respective areas and reinforce each other!"

Yan Mu gave the order and the four of them set off immediately.

When they came to the outside of the account, Liu Yunxiang was waiting there. When he saw them coming out, he hurriedly stepped forward and said: "General Su, King Anqing and King Suping, you three must protect yourself!"

Su Hui saluted, "Although I'm an old general, I'm very strong, so I'll be fine!"

Qin Feishi smiled and said, "How amazing. One day you will tell me to take care of myself."

Lu Changan nodded heavily, "I will."

After saying that, he looked at Yan Mu again, his eyes dimmed a little, and then strode away.

Liu Yunxiang came to Yan Mu, "Although I shouldn't say this, but...but if we are really in danger, the first thing we need to save is our own life."

"I know." Yan Mu chuckled, "I have a wife and children, and I will protect myself for them."

The beating of drums behind him became more and more urgent, and the sound of fighting could be vaguely heard. Liu Yunxiang stepped forward and hugged Yan Mu hard, then stepped back and said, "I believe in you!"

"Then just wait for me in the city. I will take you out of the city early tomorrow morning."

"good."

The Southern Jin Dynasty had strong soldiers and horses, and even defending the city was extremely difficult for Dayong. The battle was fierce and the city gate was already crumbling. The opponent's ladder climbed up the tower, and soldiers of the Southern Jin Dynasty had already come up to kill him.

"Everyone, hold on! Don't take a step back!"

Su Hui shouted, rushed forward, and killed a Southern Jin soldier with one knife. However, he was not prepared for the other side. An enemy bandit took the opportunity to slash at him. When he realized, the blade was already in front of him.

At this critical moment, a man rushed up, knocked the enemy's knife away, and at the same time took a step closer to kill him.

"Dad, are you okay?" The person who came was none other than Su Ruqing.

"Qing'er, you...why don't you put on armor!" Su Hui was both pleased and worried.

Su Ruqing wiped her sweat and said, "The armor is not enough. It's okay. I can protect myself!"

Su Hui took a deep breath and saw that the situation on our side was getting more and more tense, so he had to tell his daughter: "Be careful!"

"yes!"

The father and daughter immediately separated and went to kill the enemy troops left and right.

On the city tower, Yan Mu observed the situation below and asked the Zhenbei soldiers to set up their bows and crossbows. These were not ordinary arrows. There were unicorn bullets hidden in the arrows. They would explode immediately when they hit the ground.

"Did you pass the test when you were in Zhenbei?"

"After several tests, as long as the accuracy is good and the force is high, it will definitely explode, but the lethality is not as good as the Kirin Cannon."

"Is it loud?"

"The big one."

"Okay, let's scare them first."

Dozens of bows and crossbows were set up. Yan Mu gave an order, and the arrows hit the city with Qilin bullets. The explosions were like roars. The enemy's horses were frightened and ran around, and the enemy troops were immediately confused.

Taking advantage of this time, other soldiers cleared away all the Southern Jin enemy troops on the city gate and threw their bodies down.

Looking below, there are already piles of corpses.

The enemy suffered heavy losses. Although there were casualties on their side, they were much lighter.

Due to this incident, the enemy lost their previous arrogance and began to retreat.

Su Hui ran over with a smile in his eyes, "They are scared!"

"Well, they should retreat."

"We held on tonight and our morale was boosted."

"Don't open the city gate, don't pursue."

"yes."

However, as soon as Yan Mu finished speaking, someone below shouted, "Open the city gate! Someone secretly opened the city gate!"

When Yan Mu heard this, he was stunned for a moment. Then he looked down and saw that the retreating Southern Jin army quickly adjusted its formation and began to attack rapidly again.

"Who opened the city gate?" Yan Mu's face changed drastically and he roared angrily.

A soldier ran forward and said, "Yes, it's Marquis Jing'an!"

"This old thing!"

Yan Mu rushed down the tower, but the Marquis of Jing'an was still shouting: "Everyone, please retreat quickly. We have signed a covenant with the Southern Jin Dynasty. As long as we give up thirteen cities, they will not fight us, and the war will be over."

it's over!"
Chapter completed!