PDLP Chapter 142: The East Must Win
Chapter 142: The East Must Win
Three quarters past three in the morning, on the city wall.
The Eastern Emperor and his ministers watched the army go away.
The 100,000-strong army set out in a mighty procession, and it took a full stick of incense time before they disappeared from everyone's sight.
Emperor Dong stood on the city wall for a long time without moving, his deep gaze staring into the distance.
He knew very well that this battle in the southeast was of vital importance to the Eastern Kingdom.
If he wins, the Southern Kingdom's Crown Prince Xiao Yifei will never recover.
The warlike spirit of the South will be dealt a severe blow, which may bring about peace for a considerable period of time in the future.
And if we lose this war, the consequences will be unimaginable!
The Eastern nation would have to cede large tracts of territory to the Southern nation and pay huge indemnities.
This not only means that the country's territorial integrity is seriously threatened, but will also deal a heavy blow to the national economy.
The ambitions of the Southern countries may be further fueled by this.
They may think that they have found the method and strategy to defeat the Eastern countries, and thus launch aggressive actions more unscrupulously.
The Southern State may continue to invade the Eastern State's border areas and encroach on its territory in the coming years.
If it is not stopped, the Southern Country may even gradually erode the entire Eastern Country and completely annex this huge country.
"Cheng'er, the prosperity or decline of the Eastern Kingdom depends entirely on you."
Behind the quietly contemplative Emperor Dong were the ministers who had come with him to attend the departure ceremony.
Standing in the front row was Crown Prince Chu Tianxing.
He was standing behind Emperor Dong, and he saw with his own eyes Chu Tiancheng riding his warhorse, going farther and farther away until he disappeared from his sight.
Like Dongdi, he stood motionless, staring at the figure that was getting farther and farther away.
But his heart was in turmoil, as if countless thoughts were intertwined in his mind, making it impossible for him to calm down.
He felt a strong emotion surge up in his heart, as if being hit by a raging wave.
These emotions include excitement, tension, anticipation, as well as a hint of worry and uneasiness.
He didn't know what would happen next, but he knew it would be a momentous one that could change the trajectory of his destiny.
He was speaking to Chu Tiancheng silently in his heart:
"Chu Tiancheng, after we say goodbye today, don't come back again.
You are really in high spirits today.
Just like the moon surrounded by stars, you are the leader who rushes in the front.
You are the god of war in the hearts of the people of the East.
Today, you have received countless divine favors and are shining brightly.
But when you disappear over the horizon today, you will be completely gone.
I won’t let you come back.”
For a long time, the ministers stood quietly by, and no one dared to speak to disturb the Emperor Dong's meditation.
Suddenly a gust of wind blew, lifting the corner of the emperor's clothes and making the flags on the city wall flutter in the wind.
Emperor Dong came to his senses and slowly turned to face his ministers, his eyes full of determination.
"This battle concerns the survival of our Eastern Kingdom. I believe that the King of Yan and his soldiers will live up to everyone's expectations and return victoriously!"
His voice was low and powerful, as if he was declaring his determination to heaven and earth.
The ministers knelt down and kowtowed, shouting in unison, "The East will win."
Dongdi looked up at the sky and prayed silently in his heart, hoping that God would bless his country and people.
Chu Tianxing also came back to his senses and quickly expressed his position loudly, "Father, don't worry. We have the God of War King Yan in the Eastern Kingdom, and we will surely win a great victory."
The ministers quickly agreed and praised Chu Tiancheng again.
The Eastern Emperor glanced at Chu Tianxing, then turned to face the ministers and announced: "During the Southeast War, the Crown Prince will assist in governing the country."
Chu Tianxing was stunned for a moment, then immediately kowtowed to express his gratitude, "Thank you, father!"