Years turn into wind

Chapter 211 Defending the Homeland

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The battle in the eastern forests was fierce, with gunfire and cries of killing echoing. Ling Xiaotian commanded his men to gradually resist, taking advantage of the terrain, but the enemy's artillery fire and superior numbers kept closing in on the defenses. He glanced at the surrounding positions and whispered, "All troops, pay attention! Try to lure the enemy into the valley. We have set up our final ambush there."

Cheng Yuwei followed him, quickly tending to the wounded soldiers around her. Her movements were quick and agile, as if she was accustomed to such tense situations, but she knew that this battle had reached a critical moment.

"Xiaotian, how long can the defense line here last?" She looked up at Ling Xiaotian, whose face was covered in blood, and couldn't help asking.

Ling Xiaotian said in a deep voice: "Half an hour, at most half an hour. If we can't fight back within half an hour, we will have to retreat."

"What about half an hour later?" Cheng Yuwei continued to ask.

"In half an hour, either we win or we evacuate," Ling Xiaotian gritted his teeth. He wiped the sweat from his forehead, a ruthless look in his eyes. "But if we evacuate, we'll be exposing our base camp to the enemy. This line of defense must be held!"

Cheng Yuwei looked at his determined eyes and took a deep breath. "I will stay to help you and won't hold you back."

Ling Xiaotian did not respond, but tightened the saber in his hand and turned his gaze to the front.

Frontline Assault

The enemy, seemingly aware of their stubborn defense, began to intensify their offensive. A group of enemy soldiers, bayonets drawn, charged towards the position at the valley's mouth. Ling Xiaotian personally led several soldiers forward to meet them. Amidst the flashing of swords and the shadowy shadows, blood splattered the earth.

Cheng Yuwei stood a little further away, watching Ling Xiaotian engage the enemy in close combat. She was extremely nervous. She couldn't help but want to rush over to help, but her mind told her that she could only play a better role if she stayed here.

"Sister-in-law, be careful!" A reminder sounded in her ears. Cheng Yuwei turned around suddenly and saw an enemy soldier had already reached behind her and stabbed at her with a bayonet.

In a moment of desperation, she grabbed the rifle next to her and randomly pulled the trigger. A single shot rang out, and the enemy soldier fell, his blood staining the ground red. Cheng Yuwei nearly dropped the gun, her hands trembling. This was the first time she had ever shot someone with her own hands.

"Weiwei!" Ling Xiaotian saw her not far away, his expression changed, and he hurried over. He grabbed her shoulders and asked anxiously, "Are you okay?"

Cheng Yuwei looked up at him, suppressed the fear in her heart, and managed to squeeze out a sentence: "It's okay."

Ling Xiaotian looked at her slightly trembling hands, a complex emotion flashing in his eyes. He patted her shoulder and whispered, "Don't be afraid. On the battlefield, only by surviving can you have the chance to protect the ones you want to protect."

Ambush Start

The enemy was finally led into the valley. Ling Xiaotian raised his right hand and sternly ordered, "Detonate!"

Suddenly, loud explosions were heard in the valley. The ambushed explosives and artillery caught a large number of enemy troops off guard. Amidst the billowing smoke, the enemy's offensive was finally curbed.

"Counterattack!" Ling Xiaotian roared and led the soldiers to attack from both sides, completely suppressing the enemy.

Cheng Yuwei was so excited when she saw this scene that she quickly ordered the medical staff to catch up and treat the wounded while keeping an eye on the changes in the battle situation.

The enemy finally retreated after suffering heavy losses. The gunfire in the eastern forest gradually died down, and the soldiers cheered loudly, celebrating this hard-fought victory.

A brief moment of peace

After the battle, Cheng Yuwei and Ling Xiaotian returned to the camp. Cheng Yuwei sat wearily in a chair, looking at Ling Xiaotian's sweat- and blood-soaked clothes. She couldn't help but say, "You should get some rest, too."

Ling Xiaotian shook his head. "I'm fine, you're the one who's fine. Did I scare you today?"

Cheng Yuwei was silent for a moment, then whispered, "Xiaotian, this is the first time I've truly witnessed the cruelty of a battlefield, and it's truly a little overwhelming. But I understand that I must be strong to continue this journey with you."

Ling Xiaotian looked into her eyes, feeling deeply moved. He gently held her hand and said seriously, "Weiwei, no matter what happens, I don't want you to face it alone. Remember, you are not alone."

Cheng Yuwei nodded, a tired but warm smile on her face.

Unfinished Battle

Despite the victory on the eastern front, Ling Xiaotian knew that this was only a temporary peace. The enemy's main force was still gathering, and the war was far from over.

However, at this moment, the camp was filled with high-spirited cheers. The soldiers gathered around the fire, discussing their recent victory, while Cheng Yuwei and Ling Xiaotian sat quietly by, enjoying this rare moment of peace.

"Xiaotian, do you think we can win?" Cheng Yuwei asked softly.

Ling Xiaotian looked at the fire in the distance with a deep look in his eyes. "Winning is not just for this war, but for you, for our common future."

Cheng Yuwei felt a warm feeling in her heart when she heard this. She leaned on his shoulder and murmured, "Then we will definitely win."