Eavesdropping on Fu Bao's inner thoughts, emptying the stored grain and fleeing the famine

After planning everything, the group prepared to enter the valley as planned. The previous probing had already revealed the location of the ambushers.

So as long as you get through there safely and out of the range of the arrows, you'll have survived.

With the crack of a whip, the first group of horses galloped into the valley. Just as Lian Jinghuai had predicted, apart from a few scattered arrows, the other ambushing men were all watching.

Then came the second wave. Because the dust obscured their vision, the ambushers dared not be careless. Arrows rained down from the sky, and some horses were hit by the arrows and fell into the valley.

Some horses, startled by their injuries, run even faster.

Then came the third group, all of them keeping their bodies low, some of the most skilled riders even hanging directly on the belly of their horses.

Everything was going according to everyone's plan. When the third group of people crossed the valley, it was the opening moment when the ambushers were about to fire their arrows for the second time.

Just as the ambushers finally nocked their arrows, the fourth wave of cavalry charged in. With their vision obscured by dust, the ambushers could only rely on their instincts and fire wildly.

The fourth batch of horses fell to the ground in pools of blood, while Lian Jinghuai and his men had almost escaped the range of the arrows.

At this moment, everyone was worried about Lian Yicheng, and everyone held their breath, waiting for the result.

Just when everyone's hearts were in their throats, Lian Yicheng's figure finally appeared from the dust.

Li Yuanqi's right shoulder was pierced by an arrow, and there was a broken arrow in his left leg. Judging from the neatness of the broken arrow, it should have been done by Lian Yicheng himself.

Despite his injuries, he was thankfully still alive. Lian Yijun rushed forward and pulled her younger brother onto her horse.

"Go!" Lian Jinghuai shouted, and everyone stopped hesitating. Two people and one horse galloped out of the valley.

Although seven or eight guards were lost this time, this result is the least damage they have suffered so far.

However, after this incident, even Jing Huai and the others' whereabouts were completely exposed.

It's not just about being exposed; you have to understand that with only two people and one horse, the team's progress has been greatly slowed down.

In addition, many people were injured while crossing the valley, which significantly reduced the fighting strength of Lian Jinghuai's side.

After temporarily shaking off their pursuers, everyone found a secluded place to rest.

Lian Yicheng and several injured guards gritted their teeth and treated their wounds. Fortunately, Ruan Nianzhi was there, and after a few operations, everyone's wounds were treated.

"Luckily, Nianzhi is here, otherwise we would probably be crippled or dead with all these injuries." Lian Yicheng was seriously injured, but he still had the mood to joke.

Ruan Nianzhi shook her head. No wonder Rongrong always called her second brother unreliable whenever she mentioned him.

"Right now, we are surrounded by enemies, and the road ahead will only become more and more difficult."

Therefore, in order to successfully rendezvous with the Lian family army, I believe we should split into three groups here.

Lian Jinghuai casually picked up a twig and drew a few simple strokes in the snow.

“There are three roads leading north from this place. I, Yijun, and Yicheng will each lead a team.”

The Lian family army only recognizes my father and son, Lian family, apart from the emperor's orders, so we each led a team to chase after them from different directions.

In this way, even if they encounter the Second Prince's men, they won't be completely annihilated.

Things had come to this point, it was a matter of life and death. But the people before them had already disregarded life and death.

They were loyal to the emperor and protected their master, and were willing to sacrifice everything for the Great Sheng and for Li Yuanqi.

Everyone obeyed Lian Jinghuai's arrangements unconditionally, and so they set off again, with the forty-odd people splitting into three teams.

Meanwhile, Lian Rongrong and Li Yuanqi were getting closer and closer to the capital.

"Rongrong, are you alright?" Li Yuanqi looked at Lian Rongrong with a worried expression.

"It's alright, you won't die. That doctor from before was quite skilled."

Lian Rongrong smiled slightly, her lips chapped, but the more she smiled, the more heartbroken she felt.

"Li Yuanqi, I can hold on, but Fu Bao and the others don't have much time left."

Even Rongrong's brows were furrowed with worry. Seven whole days had passed since Xiaobai was injured.

In other words, in just 23 days, the family members that Lian Rongrong cares about will completely disappear from this world.

How could Lian Rongrong not be anxious in this situation?

"Keep going, I can take care of myself," Lian Rongrong urged Li Yuanqi, panting heavily.

Li Yuanqi's eyes reddened slightly; the pain in his heart was beyond words.

On one side is the woman he deeply loves, and on the other side are his biological son and relatives whom Lian Rongrong values ​​more than her own life.

Li Yuanqi could not abandon anyone. He knew that Lian Rongrong was putting on a brave face, but what could he do even if he knew?

Li Yuanqi raised his whip and lashed the horse, sending the carriage galloping forward once more.

Inside the car, Lian Rongrong felt a dull pain in her chest, but she dared not make a sound and could only endure it.

On the evening of the third day, when Li Yuanqi and Lian Rongrong came out of Luancheng, they happened to run into Lian Yijun and his group who were riding horses.

"Rongrong, it's my older brother and the others." Li Yuanqi's tone was filled with undisguised excitement, although he was still wary of Ruan Nianzhi.

But I must say, that guy's medical skills are truly excellent. Presumably, with Ruan Nianzhi's help, Rongrong's injuries will improve soon.

Although Li Yuanqi had such plans in mind, when the two sides met, he discovered that Ruan Nianzhi was not with Lian Yijun at all.

Lian Yijun also learned that his mother, wife, daughter, and nephew were trapped in the space.

"What should we do in this situation?" Even when facing a cold-blooded and ruthless killer, Lian Yiyun didn't even blink.

But when he saw his younger sister seriously injured and his family trapped, he panicked instantly.

"We have to go back and save Father and the others first." Lian Rongrong's voice was weak and tired.

"Big brother, didn't you encounter the Lian family army?" Lian Rongrong asked Lian Yijun, leaning against Li Yuanqi.

"No, I didn't find any trace of the army on this road."

"Based on our previous predictions, the main army shouldn't be able to get here yet. Therefore, the Lian family army must be on the remaining two routes."

We split into two groups and turned back. Without the support of the Lian family army, we couldn't do anything.

Moreover, we also need Brother Ruan's medical skills, as my space is currently unable to be activated.

Even if we enter the palace, it's not guaranteed we can revive His Majesty, but Brother Ruan's medical skills might be able to."

Lian Yijun nodded, agreeing with Lian Rongrong's opinion, but Li Yuanqi looked worried.

"Don't worry, I'm really fine." Lian Rongrong gently tugged at the corners of her mouth, comforting Li Yuanqi.

"I agree with Rongrong's opinion that joining up with the Lian family army is the safest option right now. However, you don't necessarily have to go back."

This is also a necessary route for the second prince's path. Your Highness and Rongrong only need to wait here. I will lead people back via another route to meet Father.

We'll meet here again then.

"Alright!" Li Yuanqi agreed, and Lian Yiyun didn't dare to delay for even a moment. He turned around and led his men away on horseback.