Who put the yellow robe on me?

Zhong Xiaodan nodded: "Your Highness is right! I also think that this imperial edict came too suddenly, and the content is unreasonable."

Jiang Chen took a deep breath, his eyes determined: "It seems that something may have happened in the capital. We can't withdraw our troops rashly."

Zuo Yongyu asked worriedly, "Your Highness, how should we respond?"

Jiang Chen pondered for a moment and said decisively: "Pass the order down and quickly summon all the generals to gather for a meeting."

"Yes!"

Everyone acted quickly, and soon the tent was filled with generals from all walks of life.

The air was filled with tension, and everyone's face was filled with confusion and worry.

Jiang Chen looked around and said, "Commanders, the eunuch just delivered the emperor's decree, summoning me back to the capital. What are your thoughts on this?"

Zhong Wenbin spoke first: "Your Highness, I think this is inappropriate. The Western Regions have not yet been pacified. Why would the Emperor summon you back to the capital at this time?"

Zuo Yongyu also nodded: "Yes, and they even specially granted a recall gold medal, which is really suspicious."

Jiang Chen said in a deep voice: "That's right! I suspect this imperial edict might be fake."

Everyone was shocked and started talking in low voices.

"Fake? But that gold medal looks like..."

"I think your Highness's suspicion is not unreasonable!"

Jiang Chen continued, "I was unable to find out the truth in time. I would like to ask for your advice. How should we respond?"

Zhong Xiaoshan pondered, "Your Highness, the military strategy states, 'A general on the battlefield is not bound by the emperor's orders.' Since we suspect the imperial edict is a forgery, it is best to hold our troops in place for now and make a decision after we have a thorough understanding of the situation."

Jiang Chen nodded: "That's exactly what I meant! But if the imperial edict is true, and we have disobeyed the emperor's order, I'm afraid..."

Everyone fell silent, and the air was filled with a depressing atmosphere.

At this time, General Zhong Wenbin stood up, clasped his fists and said, "Your Highness, why not send someone back to the capital to inquire about the news and confirm the authenticity of the imperial edict."

Jiang Chen's eyes lit up: "Good idea! But this must be done in secret to avoid alerting the enemy."

Zhong Wenbin then said, "Your Highness, I am willing to go there in person."

Jiang Chen shook his head: "General Zhong is the main force of our army. We can't leave easily! It's better to send a general with extraordinary intelligence."

He turned to look at Deng Yunde and said, "General Deng, you are agile and quick-witted. How about letting you investigate this matter?"

Deng Yunde knelt on the ground and said solemnly: "I will definitely fulfill my mission!"

Jiang Chen nodded: "Be careful on the road, and be sure to bring back news as soon as possible."

"Yes!"

Deng Yunde took the order and left, and the atmosphere in the tent eased a little.

Jiang Chen looked around at everyone and said firmly, "Until the news is clear, we will continue to act according to the original plan. But at the same time, we must also be vigilant to prevent the enemy from taking advantage of the opportunity to launch a sneak attack."

"Yes, sir!" The generals responded in unison, their voices echoing in the tent.

However, the development of things was beyond everyone's expectations.

A few days later, spies from the front reported that there was no sign of peace talks in the Western Regions. Instead, they were secretly gathering an army and preparing for a counterattack.

Jiang Chen's face darkened upon hearing this news. He clenched his fists, his heart raging with rage: "It really is a scheme to lure the tiger away from the mountain!"

Zhong Xiaoshan said angrily: "Your Highness, we must take action immediately and not let the enemy's conspiracy succeed."

Jiang Chen nodded: "Pass the order down, all troops on alert, prepare to fight!"

Just as they were making their full preparations, another messenger arrived in a panic, "Your Highness, this is bad! Our food supplies have been cut off by the enemy, and there's a logistical problem!"

Jiang Chen was shocked: "How could this happen?"

The messenger lowered his head, his voice trembling, "It is said that someone inside colluded with the enemy and leaked our marching route to the Western Regions."

Zhong Wenbin slammed the table and stood up: "Damn it! Who did this?"

Jiang Chen took a deep breath and tried to calm himself. "Let's put this matter aside for now. Let's first find a way to solve the urgent problem. Second Young Master, you will lead a troop of light cavalry to escort the new supply team."

"Yes!" Zhong Xiaodan took the order and left.

General Zhong Wenbin stepped forward and said, "Your Highness, I suggest strengthening the internal investigation to find the traitor."

Jiang Chen nodded: "You are right, but be careful not to hurt innocent people."

Just as everyone was busy dealing with various emergencies, the sky was suddenly covered with dark clouds, thunder rumbled, and heavy rain poured down.

The soldiers struggled forward on the muddy road and their morale was greatly affected.

Jiang Chen stood outside the tent, letting the rain soak him. He felt the cold raindrops hitting his face, but the anxiety in his heart could not be washed away.

"Your Highness, you'd better go into the tent to avoid the rain." Zuo Yongyu walked up to him holding an oil-paper umbrella.

Jiang Chen shook his head: "No need, I always feel that this rain foreshadows something."

Zuo Yongyu sighed: "Your Highness, please take care of yourself."

Jiang Chen forced a smile: "Don't worry, I'm fine."

Just then, a guard came running over, soaking wet: "Your Highness, this is an emergency!"

Jiang Chen's heart tightened: "Speak!"

"Spies ahead report that the Western Region army is approaching, and their numbers far exceed our expectations!"

Jiang Chen frowned: "Call all the generals to discuss this matter immediately!"

Inside the tent, everyone gathered together and the atmosphere was extremely solemn.

"Everyone, the situation is urgent now. The enemy is coming in full force. We must come up with a countermeasure." Jiang Chen said in a deep voice.

Zhong Wenbin stood up and said, "Your Highness, I suggest we take the initiative and use the terrain to set up an ambush and take the enemy by surprise."

Zhong Xiaodan shook his head. "The enemy has a large force, and they are very familiar with the terrain. We may not have the advantage in a head-on confrontation. It would be better to retreat to a strategic location and wait for the opportunity."

Jiang Chen thought for a moment: "What the two generals said makes sense! But time is running out, we must make a decision."

Just as everyone was arguing, a soldier suddenly rushed in, his face full of fear: "Oh no! The enemy has broken through our defense line and is attacking the camp!"

Jiang Chen stood up suddenly: "Everyone, prepare to fight immediately!"

The battle unfolded in a torrential rain, with both sides locked in a fierce fight. The sounds of swords clashing, shouts of killing, and screams mixed together in a terrifying manner.

Jiang Chen personally took to the battlefield, brandishing his sword to boost morale. He felt the rain mixed with blood dripping down the blade of his sword, and his arm gradually began to ache.

"Hold on, brothers!" he shouted.

However, the enemy's numbers were too great, and Daliang's soldiers gradually became exhausted and their front began to disintegrate.

Just when he was in despair, a deafening horn sounded in the distance. Jiang Chen looked up and saw an army holding the Daliang flag high and rushing into the battlefield.

"It's reinforcements!" someone shouted in surprise.

The leading general was none other than Xianyu Linyuan, who shouted, "Your Highness, we are here to help you!"

Jiang Chen felt relieved: "Great! Counterattack!"