sjar Chapter 283 Food from Heaven
Chapter 283 Food from Heaven
"It's on fire! Put it out!"
The Northern Kingdom's military camp was suddenly in turmoil. The fire started from the granary and spread all the way to the exit. All the tents that the Black Dragon Guards passed by were set on fire.
The Northern soldiers rushed to put out the fire in a panic, and then found that the mountain of grain in the granary was gone!
"It's over! Something terrible has happened! The food is gone!" The soldier guarding the granary wished he could faint.
The food wasn't burned, but disappeared out of thin air? There were only a few dozen people who had just entered, so why did they disappear?
It's impossible that only a few dozen people could have stolen tens of thousands of tons of food, right?
But no matter what, we must find out the dozens of soldiers who entered the granary last, even if it means using them as scapegoats.
The granary guards reported the news to the general and sent some people to chase those who set the fire and stole the grain.
But in fact, the fire made by Xuanqing and his men was quite noisy. As they fled, they shot fire arrows filled with oil, setting the military tents on fire along the way.
Naturally, they were discovered by countless Northern Army soldiers, but they retreated too quickly, and the Northern Army soldiers had to put out the fire, so no one could stop the Black Dragon Guards from escaping.
The most terrifying thing was that when the Northern Army chased them into the woods, there was a powerful trap waiting for them. The Northern Army suffered heavy casualties and dared not to venture into the forest in the dark anymore, so they had to return home.
Of course, those traps were killing formations that Xuanqing and his men had set up long ago, waiting to be activated as soon as the Northern Army arrived. This time, the Black Dragon Guards didn't even have to take action, as the killing formations would automatically take the lives of most of the Northern Army.
Coupled with Hongyue's interference, the Northern Army was never able to break through the killing array and pursue them, allowing Xuanqing and others to return to Sanzhu County smoothly.
Naturally, Xuan Qing took out the food stolen from the Northern Army from the space in a hidden place a short distance away from the city gate.
"My dear, I will take a few people back to ask the city guards to come and get some food." They tried to avoid exposing themselves to the outside world, otherwise, they only had a hundred people now, and it would be difficult to deal with those tough guys if they ran into them.
"Go ahead. Since we have extra food, ask Zhou's army to come along." They were all soldiers from the Eastern Kingdom, so they couldn't be too partial to one of them.
At most, after the food is brought back, 30% will be divided among the city defense army and the city residents, and the remaining 30% will be given to Zhou's army.
"Okay, everyone be careful, I'll be back soon." Jin Xing took a few Black Dragon Guards and used his spiritual power to quickly slip out.
It took only a few breaths to reach the city gate. Jin Xing shouted, "Brothers of the City Defense Army, the Black Dragon Guards are back with food. Open the gate quickly."
In fact, before leaving the city, Xuanqing had already greeted his teacher and the others.
Looking from the city wall, one could see flames rising from the Northern Kingdom’s military camp. The teacher was extremely worried, feeling that Xuan Qing was being too reckless.
How dare he launch a surprise attack on the enemy camp with only fifty Black Dragon Guards? And he even claimed to be bringing back food for the Northern Kingdom Army? How could that be possible?
However, he tried to persuade them, but neither Xuanqing nor Jinxing listened to him and said they wanted to avenge County Master Yao.
Hey~
The teacher was really worried, so he went to the city wall to wait in person. If Xuanqing and others really didn't show up, he would definitely lead a team out to look for them.
We have to give the Fourth Princess an explanation.
Just after a while, Zhou Shi suddenly arrived. This man was really well-informed, which showed that he had people planted in the city defense army.
The teacher briefly explained what he could say, and then it became like this, the two of them waiting together.
But unexpectedly, Jin Xing came back after just over an hour?
"But General Jin?!" The teacher confirmed loudly, his heart rising.
"Master, I'm Jin Xing. Quickly arrange for the soldiers to go out of the city to pick up the food. Notify the Zhou family army. We have looted all the food from the Northern Kingdom army."
Jin Xing laughed loudly, and in the quiet night everyone could almost feel the vibration in his chest, which showed how happy he was.
The citizens and soldiers near the city also heard it, and they all got up and listened attentively again.
Were they dreaming or were they just starving? Otherwise, why would they hear the word "food"? It seemed like someone was asking them to carry food.
The teacher did listen to Jin Xing's voice. After all, he was the county lady's beastly husband and a Black Dragon Guard. He should be reliable, right?
"Open the city gate!" The teacher gave the order immediately, and he ran down the city wall.
Zhou Shi also followed, which made the teacher feel more at ease.
If there was a trap, the people he led would be defeated, and Zhou Shi still remembered Sanliu County.
After the city gate was opened, the teacher saw Jin Xing and the Black Dragon Guards with familiar faces and without wearing protective clothing, and he finally felt relieved.
"General Jin, is what you just said true? Did you rob the Northern Army's food?" And even the Zhou Army had to join in transporting it. How much food was needed to warrant such a big fight?
"Hahaha, yes, General Zhou is here too. Let's hurry up and get the food into the city so that the northerners won't catch up after daybreak."
Jin Xing did not enter the city, but instead took his teacher away. He did not understand the anxiety in other people's hearts, nor did he realize what shocking things the Black Dragon Army had done.
"Well, then, let's go. Everyone, hurry up and follow us. Will General Zhou come too?"
Everyone was starving anyway, with nowhere to go. They'd die wherever they went. But what if it was true? Wouldn't that fill their stomachs?
"Come on, follow us!" Zhou Shi believed in the strength of the Black Dragon Guards more than his teacher.
Or it could be said that it was Xuan Qing's strength. He was the smartest of the four princesses' husbands. If he really took action, it would be understandable that he could do things that ordinary people could not do.
The group quickly came to where Xuan Qing was and really saw the mountain of sacks. They were all shocked for a moment.
"Move quickly, time is running out." Xuan Qing urged, because he was not sure how long the killing formation could hold off the Northern Kingdom's army.
Only by moving the food into the city as quickly as possible and then setting up a formation to defend the city, they won't have to be afraid even if the Northern Army attacks.
"Oh, okay." The teacher nodded repeatedly after he reacted. He had no intention of opening the grain bag to check because they had already smelled the rich aroma of grain.
"Soldiers, come and lend a hand." Zhou Shi also ordered his men to work.
Since they are involved, they will definitely be able to share some benefits, although he really can't figure out where Xuanqing gets his food.
Who cares? Anyway, the food is delicious.
For a moment, the city defense army and Zhou's army were like ants, rushing into the city to carry food.
The citizens at the city gate came out of their homes and joined the grain transport team after seeing this situation. Some soldiers beat drums and gongs to notify the citizens on the entire street.
For a time, the entire Sanliu County became bustling with activity.
Go move the food, and cook it when you come back. Even if the Northern Army breaks through Sanliu County tomorrow, they will die of gluttony.