Chapter 494: Very Handsome
Although he knew that Li Yuanji's move was more to compete with him rather than for military and national affairs.

"Since Yuanji is so determined, father, I suggest that you select an experienced general as backup and keep him on standby at all times to ensure safety."

None of this has anything to do with him. It is impossible to persuade the damned ghost with kind words. He is seeking death and treating the battlefield as a joke.

Naturally, Li Shimin would not stop him. He changed the subject and his tone revealed a sense of compromise.

Li Yuan listened to the conversation between the two men and had something in mind.

He knew very well that Li Yuanji was young and energetic, and was often overshadowed by Li Shimin, so he couldn't help feeling aggrieved.

He understood Li Shimin's intention and knew that Li Yuanji needed this experience.

Therefore, he decided to compromise, giving Li Yuanji a chance while also being cautious.

"Okay, Yuanji, you lead the troops forward, but remember, don't go too deep, just explore the enemy situation."

"Shimin, choose a good general to follow you secretly and be ready to support you at any time."

There was a hint of seriousness in Li Yuan's words, which also revealed his trust and expectations for his son.

Although Li Yuanji was unwilling, he had no choice but to obey the order.

He glared at Li Shimin, as if he wanted to remember this humiliation in his heart, then turned and left, preparing to lead his troops.

Li Shimin looked at Li Yuanji's back with mixed feelings.

Talent.
"Father, I will arrange it right away."

Li Shimin bowed and saluted, with a hint of calmness in his tone.

It's good enough that you didn't take the opportunity to kill him, but you saved him.
That depends on whether Li Yuanji's life is as tough as Tu Xiusu's before.

Li Yuan looked at Li Shimin, his eyes full of relief and trust.

He knew that his second son was not only intelligent and brave, but also had a heart that embraced the world.

The future of the Li family may be in his hands.

"Shimin, thank you for your hard work. Please pay more attention."

There was a hint of warmth in Li Yuan's words.

Li Shimin smiled slightly, bowed and retreated, with a plan in mind.

Just when Li Shimin went down to arrange the support team, Li Yuanji at this time completely ignored Li Shimin's layout and did not wait for Li Shimin to make slow preparations.

He led his elite troops, like a wild horse breaking free from its reins, galloping forward recklessly, heading straight for Xu Da and others who had already begun to retreat.

An indescribable rage burned in his heart, and he vowed to prove his worth in this pursuit and get rid of the shadow that had long been overshadowed by Li Shimin's brilliance.

At this moment, he had only one thought in his mind, which was to capture the bandit leader Xu Da to prove his strength.

But soon after, dust was flying, war drums were thundering, and the sound of fierce fighting suddenly rang out under the skyline ahead, like thunder cracking the sky, shaking every inch of land.

Li Yuanji led his troops deep into the enemy's territory, but he never expected that this was an ambush carefully set up by Xu Da, waiting for them to fall into the trap.

As Li Shimin expected, the opposing commander Xu Da was no rookie either. Even when retreating, he would usually leave some ambush troops behind.

It's better to just try it out. What if a fool really comes along?
And the "fool" Li Yuanji plunged headfirst into the ambush circle left by Xu Da.

Among the Yellow Turban Army, two great generals, the Lion King and the Mountain Lion, stood on the battlefield like two moving mountains.

The mountain lion camel held the Hunyuan gilded halberd, while the lion camel king wielded the lion camel breaking military knife. They took the lead and rushed directly to Li Yuanji, the center of the pursuit team, in order to capture the king first.

When Li Yuanji saw this, he was frightened, but more importantly, his competitive spirit was aroused.

He shouted loudly and ordered his troops to charge, hoping to use their numerical advantage to break through the enemy's defense line and capture Xu Da.

However, the battlefield is no joke.
Although Li Yuanji's pursuit team was brave, they lacked sufficient tactical layout and contingency plans. Facing the ambush set by Xu Da, they seemed at a loss. "Haha, Xuan Gou is arrogant, you have fallen into the trap!"

The Lion King laughed loudly, his voice like a bell, shaking everyone's mind, "Today, I will let you know what a real battlefield is!"

Li Yuanji gritted his teeth, tried to remain calm, waved his sword and commanded, trying to stabilize the situation.

However, the Yellow Turban Army's ambush came like a tide, surrounding them, and the situation reversed in an instant.

The pursuit troops led by Li Yuanji were caught in a bitter battle. There were shouts of killing everywhere, blood splattered everywhere, war horses neighing, and chaos everywhere.

"Protect the young master!"

Li Yuanji's personal guards fought desperately, but facing the attack from the two powerful generals, the Lion King and the Mountain Lion, the most they could do was to block it with their own lives.

Li Yuanji himself was in danger and was almost injured by stray arrows several times.

He secretly regretted it in his heart, never expecting that his momentary impulse would put the entire army in such danger.

But I also know in my heart that the only way to save myself in this predicament is to save myself.

He pulled himself together, went into battle himself, and wielded his sword like lightning, slashing at the approaching Yellow Turban Army, trying to open a way of survival.

However, the Yellow Turban Army had little but a lot of people. Relying on their numerical advantage, they attacked like a tide and did not take their lives seriously at all.

Under such consumption, Li Yuanji's troops were gradually compressed and the situation became increasingly critical.

At this moment, a deafening roar sounded, and the Lion King brandished the Lion King's saber and rushed towards Li Yuanji like a storm.

"Haha, Xuan Gou, give me your life!"

The Lion King roared and pointed his blade at Li Yuanji.

Seeing this, Li Yuanji's personal guards rushed forward to resist, but were all defeated one by one by the mountain lion.

Seeing this, Li Yuanji was even more terrified.

Faced with the mountain-like momentum of the Lion King and the Mountain Lion, the fear in Li Yuanji's heart was like a flood that broke through the dam and could no longer be contained.

He watched helplessly as his personal guards were defeated one by one by the mountain lion. Every fallen figure was like a heavy hammer hitting his heart, making him feel miserable.

"Withdraw! Quickly withdraw!"

Li Yuanji finally collapsed. He shouted loudly, with an unconcealable trembling and despair in his voice.

If this continues, not only will he die, but even these loyal guards will be wiped out.

When he thought of this, an unprecedented ruthlessness surged in his heart, and he decided to give up everything and just save his life.

He waved his hand suddenly, signaling the guards to cover the rear, and he took the opportunity to turn around and run towards the edge of the battlefield.

The armored figure looked particularly embarrassed in the dust and smoke. The majesty and arrogance of the past were gone at this moment.

When the royal guards heard this, they looked sad, but they knew that military orders were as heavy as mountains, so they could only grit their teeth and buy time for Li Yuanji to escape at the cost of their lives.

They came forward one after another, using their flesh and blood to block the attacks of the Lion King and the Mountain Lion.

Seeing this, the Lion King raised a sinister smile and shouted loudly, like thunder: "Black Dog, don't run! Today is your burial place!"

After saying that, he wielded the Lion Camel Army-Breaking Saber. The blade flashed like lightning and was invincible. Wherever he passed, the pursuing Daxuan army fell one after another. No one could stop his edge.

He rushed towards Li Yuanji like a violent storm, with the blade pointing directly at his vest, intending to kill him in one fell swoop.

The mountain lion also roared continuously, holding the Hunyuan gilded halberd in his hand. Every step he took was as heavy as a thousand pounds, causing the ground to raise dust and scatter gravel.

He stared at Li Yuanji's back, with a bloodthirsty light in his eyes, and regarded Li Yuanji as his prey.

(End of this chapter)