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The following morning, as dawn broke, it was as if the heavens had specially drawn back the curtain for this expedition.

On the training ground, He Jingchuan, clad in gleaming armor, stood tall and straight, like a proud pine tree standing between heaven and earth.

His gaze was sharp as an eagle's, revealing determination and resolve.

The army was now on high alert, the soldiers standing in neat rows, like a Great Wall forged of steel.

Their armor reflected glimmers of light in the morning glow.

The lights converged, resembling a galaxy shimmering with hope.

Every soldier's face was solemn and filled with passion; their hearts were brimming with loyalty to their country and a desire for victory.

Emperor Jingzhao also personally attended the drill ground. He was dressed in a dragon robe and wore a crown, looking solemn and majestic.

His eyes held a deep expectation for the army that was about to set off.

Beside him, civil and military officials, dressed in court robes, all wore solemn expressions.

At this moment, He Jingchuan stood on the command platform. He took a deep breath and then declared in a loud voice: "Brave soldiers! Today we are about to embark on a journey to the battlefield full of unknowns and challenges. Behind us are our beloved homeland, our parents, wives and children, our brothers and sisters. Their eyes are on us, and their hopes are placed on us."

"We are the nation's sharpest sword, the steel Great Wall protecting this land. On the battlefield, we will face the enemy's swords and endless dangers, but we will never be afraid! Because the flame of courage burns in our hearts, and the indomitable spirit flows in our blood."

"Every scar will be a medal of honor for us; every drop of blood will bear witness to our loyalty. We must let the enemy know that our strength is invincible and our determination is as firm as a rock. When our battle flag flies on the battlefield, it will be a declaration of our victory! Let us bravely advance for our country, for our people, and for the majesty of the Great Zhao!"

He Jingchuan's voice echoed in the air, as if transforming into an invisible force that flowed into the hearts of every soldier.

At this moment, the soldiers' eyes shone with excitement.

Their fists clenched, and they shouted in unison, "For the nation! For the people! For the majesty of the Great Zhao, let us bravely advance!"

The shouts were deafening, as if they could pierce the clouds.

Emperor Jingzhao was deeply moved by this.

These are all fine young men of the Great Zhao Dynasty!

He nodded slightly, then took a step forward, his gaze sweeping over the army before him.

Then, his voice was steady and powerful, carrying the majesty of a king: "My soldiers, you are the pride of the nation. This expedition is of great significance. The enemy you will face is a wolf that attempts to trample on our homeland, but I believe that your courage and strength will surely defeat them."

"On the battlefield, you must support each other and unite as one. I await news of your triumphant return, and I await your return with the glory of victory. At that time, I will surely bestow upon you the highest reward, and let your names be forever sung on this land. Go forth, my warriors, and let your battle songs resound on the battlefield!"

With Emperor Jingzhao's encouragement, the soldiers' morale soared even higher.

Their hearts were filled with a sense of mission and honor, as if an invisible force was propelling them forward.

Then the bugle sounded, its long and resonant sound announcing the start of the expedition.

Then He Jingchuan waved his hand, and the army began to move slowly.

The thunderous sound of horses' hooves raised a cloud of dust.

The dust swirled in the morning light, like a mysterious veil.

The soldiers marched in orderly steps, gradually disappearing into the dawn light.

They embarked on that challenging journey, carrying the hopes and future of the nation.

Behind the army, Emperor Jingzhao and his civil and military officials still stood on the drill ground, their eyes fixed on the departing troops.

As far as the eye could see, the massive army before them resembled a giant, galloping dragon moving slowly forward.

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When the army left the city, all the people of the city came to see them off.

They handed over their prepared rations, water bags, and other items to the soldiers.

Some civilians stuffed boiled eggs into the soldiers' hands, while others handed over dried meat that they themselves were reluctant to eat.

Those small gifts carried the deep love and respect of the people for the soldiers.

The shouts of the people rose and fell along both sides of the road.

"Warriors, have a safe journey!"

"We must return victorious!"

"You must come back safely!"

The sounds came together, like a stirring symphony.

Hearing the cries of the people, the soldiers felt an even stronger sense of mission.

Faced with such high expectations from the people, they will certainly not let them down.

Then, the army slowly walked out of the city, accompanied by the people lining the streets to see them off.

The departing procession gradually faded into the distance in the eyes of the people.

Carrying the blessings and expectations of the entire city, they embarked on a journey fraught with difficulties and dangers.

This scene was deeply etched in the hearts of everyone present.

In a corner of the city wall, Lingyan stood quietly.

She wore a plain-colored long dress, the hem of which fluttered gently in the wind, like a lily blooming in the breeze.

Her gaze was fixed on the direction the army had gone, her clear, autumn-water-like eyes filled with concern and worry.

She gave him a lot of life-saving pills last night, including heart-protecting pills, detoxifying pills, and so on.

There was nothing she could do to help him except these things.

Then we waited for his triumphant return.

She also knew that He Jingchuan knew she was standing there to see him off.

But he never looked back once from beginning to end.

Because not looking back means not expecting a return, not having any attachments, not fearing death, and sacrificing one's life on the battlefield.

Only then did she realize that he too had a premonition about this expedition.

As a general, how could he not have this premonition?

Yet he still resolutely embarked on this perilous journey.

She admired his sense of righteousness, understood him, and knew his mission and ambition.

But she was still afraid that he would...

Lingyan's hair danced wildly in the wind as she stood there.

Only after the army had completely disappeared from sight did she slowly descend the city wall and depart…

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After a long and arduous march, the army arrived at the border of the battlefield in less than two months.

In the past two months, the allied forces of the two countries have captured four more cities in Dazhao.

The reason they were not as brave and seemingly invincible as before was because of the arrangements made in advance by He Jingchuan.

At this moment, He Jingchuan sat upright in the military tent, the flickering lamplight illuminating his resolute face.

He knew that although the Northern Li and the Northern Mo Kingdoms had formed an alliance for temporary interests, this alliance was like a tower built on quicksand, which would collapse with a gentle push at the right moment.

Therefore, he decided to divide and conquer them one by one.

Once a rift develops between them, it's only a matter of time before they go their separate ways.

Therefore, before he set off, he had already sent people to sow discord among them.