Daming: Brother, there is no future for monks, let's rebel

Chapter 874: Encountering robbers and breaking out of the siege

Zhu Biao nodded in agreement, and then discussed the training and security plan for the envoys with Zhu Han. The two of them repeatedly considered every detail, from the marching route, logistical supplies to emergency response measures, striving to make it foolproof.

Time flies, and in a blink of an eye, the envoys are ready to go. On the eve of their departure, Zhu Biao personally hosted a farewell banquet for them. During the banquet, he looked at these warriors who were about to embark on the journey with deep affection, and his heart was filled with gratitude and reluctance.

"My fellow warriors, you are about to go to the border to explore the truth for our Ming Dynasty. I am well aware that this journey is extremely dangerous, but I admire your courage and responsibility." Zhu Biao's voice was low and powerful. "On behalf of my father and the people of the Ming Dynasty, I extend my highest respect and deepest blessings to you. May you have a safe journey and return triumphantly!"

The envoys stood up and saluted, with a determined light in their eyes. "Don't worry, Your Highness. We will live up to your trust and complete our mission at all costs!" Their voices resounded through the night sky and echoed over the East Palace.

The next morning, the envoys set off on their journey under the watchful eyes of Zhu Biao and Zhu Han. They were burdened with a heavy responsibility, but they had no fear in their hearts.

Zhu Han and Zhu Biao set out on a journey to the frontier, their hearts full of expectations for the future and uneasiness about unknown challenges. Although they have made careful preparations, the journey is long and full of variables, and no one can predict what difficulties they will encounter.

As the team went deeper inland, the mountain roads became more rugged and the weather became unpredictable. One afternoon, the sky was suddenly covered with dark clouds and thunder rumbled. A rainstorm was about to come. Zhu Han and Zhu Biao stood on a high place, looking at the rolling dark clouds in the distance, and they couldn't help but feel a little worried.

"Uncle, looking at the weather, I'm afraid it's going to rain heavily." Zhu Biao frowned, his eyes revealing his concern for the team.

Zhu Han nodded and said in a deep voice: "Yes, we must find a place to shelter from the rain as soon as possible, otherwise the old, weak and sick in the team may not be able to bear it."

Just as the two were discussing countermeasures, a spy came running over and reported nervously: "Sir, the mountain road ahead has been washed away by a mountain torrent and is impassable!"

As soon as these words came out, Zhu Han and Zhu Biao's faces darkened. This meant that the team had to take a detour, which would not only increase the journey, but also might encounter more unknown dangers.

"Immediately send scouts to explore a new route, and notify the team to prepare to set up camp to avoid the rain." Zhu Han gave the order decisively, his tone leaving no room for doubt.

The team moved quickly, the scouts dispersed to find a feasible road, and the soldiers were busy setting up tents to prepare for the coming rainstorm. However, at this moment, a burst of rapid horse hoofbeats broke the tense and orderly atmosphere.

A scout came running over covered in mud, looking anxious: "Sir, this is bad! We found a group of bandits, and they seem to be approaching us!"

Zhu Han and Zhu Biao looked at each other, and a trace of solemnity flashed in their eyes. The appearance of the bandits undoubtedly made the already difficult journey even more difficult.

"Pass the order down, strengthen the vigilance, and prepare to deal with the attacks of the mountain bandits." Zhu Han said in a deep voice, and at the same time looked at Zhu Biao, "Your Highness, leave this to me. You go into the tent with the team to avoid the rain first, just in case."

Zhu Biao shook his head and said firmly: "Uncle, as the crown prince, how can I retreat at this moment? I want to share the joys and sorrows with the soldiers."

When Zhu Han saw this, he felt a surge of admiration in his heart.

"Okay, then we will face this challenge together." Zhu Han nodded in agreement, then turned to the general beside him and ordered, "Arrange defensive fortifications immediately to ensure the safety of the team."

The generals took the order and quickly organized the soldiers to build fortifications and prepare to meet the enemy. Zhu Han and Zhu Biao stood on a high place, closely watching the movements around them.

"Be alert! Something's happening!" A sentry shouted a warning, and all the soldiers instantly went into combat mode, gripping their weapons tightly with sharp eyes.

Zhu Han and Zhu Biao exchanged a quick glance, then stood up and walked towards the direction of the sound. In the distance, a group of black shadows were approaching quickly, with the sound of horse hooves and the dust flying.

"It seems that we are in trouble." Zhu Han said in a deep voice, but there was no panic in his tone. He turned to the general beside him and ordered: "Prepare for battle and make sure everyone is safe."

The general took the order and quickly organized the soldiers to deploy. Zhu Han and Zhu Biao stood on a high place, closely watching the group of approaching black shadows. As the distance got closer, they finally saw the true face of those black shadows - a group of well-equipped and fierce-looking robbers.

"It's robbers!" a soldier exclaimed, with a hint of fear in his voice.

Zhu Han raised his hand to signal him to be quiet, his eyes as sharp as a hawk, scanning the robbers' movements. Facing such an enemy, any panic could lead to disastrous consequences.

"Your Highness, it looks like we're going to have a tough battle tonight." Zhu Han said to Zhu Biao, his tone revealing unquestionable firmness.

Zhu Biao nodded, holding the sword tightly, his eyes flickering with determination. "Don't worry, uncle, I will stand with the soldiers."

Soon, heavy rain poured down, and the sky and the earth were in chaos. The bandits took advantage of the rain and launched a fierce attack on the team. Arrows flew like raindrops, and the soldiers raised their shields one after another, forming a solid line of defense.

The robbers quickly surrounded the camp. The leader was a big man holding a long knife, with a face full of flesh and eyes flashing with greed and cruelty. "I built this road and planted this tree. If you want to pass through here, you have to leave money for passage!" He shouted loudly, his voice was as loud as thunder.

Zhu Han sneered, slowly drew out his sword, and pointed it at the leader of the robbers. "I am the teacher of the Ming crown prince Zhu Biao. You scoundrels, how dare you rob me here?"

The robber leader heard this and a flash of surprise flashed in his eyes, but it was soon replaced by greed. "Whether you are a prince or a lord, if you fall into my hands today, you have to leave something behind before you leave!"

After saying this, he waved his hand, and the robbers rode their horses and rushed towards the camp. Zhu Han and Zhu Biao were not afraid, and went forward to fight side by side with the soldiers. For a moment, the flashing of swords and the shouting of killing shook the earth.

Zhu Han's swordsmanship was exquisite, and each strike was aimed at the enemy's vital points; Zhu Biao was extremely powerful, and the enemies fell one after another as he swung his sword. Under their leadership, the soldiers' morale was greatly boosted, and they fought fiercely with the robbers. However, the robbers were numerous and well-equipped, and the battle was extremely brutal. Although Zhu Han and Zhu Biao were invincible, they could not withstand the attacks from all sides. As time went on, the soldiers' physical strength was gradually overdrawn, and the defense line began to crumble.

"Your Highness, we must find a way to break out!" Zhu Han said loudly to Zhu Biao, with a hint of anxiety in his tone.

Zhu Biao nodded in agreement, and the two exchanged glances quickly, with a plan in mind. They simultaneously exerted their strength and rushed in two different directions to attract the attention of the robbers. Seeing this, the soldiers followed suit and scattered in all directions, trying to break out from all directions.

Zhu Han sneered, slowly drew out his sword, and pointed it at the leader of the robbers. "I am the teacher of the Ming crown prince Zhu Biao. You scoundrels, how dare you rob me here?"

The robber leader heard this and a flash of surprise flashed in his eyes, but it was soon replaced by greed. "Whether you are a prince or a lord, if you fall into my hands today, you have to leave something behind before you leave!"

After saying this, he waved his hand, and the robbers rode their horses and rushed towards the camp. Zhu Han and Zhu Biao were not afraid, and went forward to fight side by side with the soldiers. For a moment, the flashing of swords and the shouting of killing shook the earth.

Zhu Han held a long sword and personally went into battle to kill the enemy. He was agile and his swordsmanship was sharp, and every strike of his sword hit the enemy accurately. Zhu Biao stood aside, supporting the front line with a bow and arrow. His archery skills were superb, and every arrow hit the target accurately.

However, the robbers were numerous and well-equipped, and the battle was extremely fierce. Although Zhu Han and Zhu Biao were invincible, they could not resist the attacks from all sides. As time went on, the soldiers' physical strength was gradually overdrawn, and the defense line began to crumble.

"Your Highness, we must find a way to break out!" Zhu Han said loudly to Zhu Biao, with a hint of anxiety in his tone.

Zhu Biao nodded in agreement, and the two exchanged glances quickly, with a plan in mind. They simultaneously exerted their strength and rushed in two different directions to attract the attention of the robbers. Seeing this, the soldiers followed suit and scattered in all directions, trying to break out from all directions.

Seeing this, the robbers lost their composure and started chasing after them. Zhu Han and Zhu Biao took the opportunity to kill several robber leaders, completely crushing the robbers' morale. Under their leadership, the soldiers finally found a breakthrough and rushed out.

After a hard fight, the team finally managed to break out. However, this battle cost them a heavy price - many soldiers died in the dense forest. Zhu Han and Zhu Biao looked at their fallen comrades, their hearts filled with grief and anger.

"This vengeance must be avenged!" Zhu Han said gritting his teeth, with cold murderous intent flashing in his eyes.

Zhu Biao nodded in agreement, his eyes revealing the same determination. "Don't worry, uncle. I, Zhu Biao, will make these robbers pay the price!"

The night was as dark as ink, the stars were hidden, and the entire camp was shrouded in deep darkness. Although they had just repelled the robbers' attack, the air was still filled with tension and anxiety. Zhu Han and Zhu Biao knew that this was just a small test among the many crises of the border trip, and the real danger might be yet to come.

"Pass the order down, strengthen the vigilance, take turns on duty, and don't relax at all." Zhu Han solemnly ordered the general beside him, his voice sounded particularly firm in the night wind. The general took the order and quickly conveyed it to every soldier.

Zhu Biao looked at the general's back as he left, his brows furrowed, his heart filled with worry. "Uncle, this border area is indeed full of dangers. I'm afraid our journey will not be easy."

Zhu Han nodded, his eyes deep. "Borderlands have always been a battleground for military strategists, and naturally there are many crises. But precisely because of this, our trip is even more significant. Only by experiencing these crises in person can we better understand the actual situation of the border and formulate a more practical border defense strategy for the Ming Dynasty."

Zhu Biao was filled with pride when he heard this. "Uncle is right. As the crown prince, I should be more courageous and not afraid of difficulties. No matter how difficult the road ahead is, I will move forward courageously."

However, the crisis did not decrease due to their efforts. Just as they were about to move forward, they suddenly heard a rapid sound of horse hooves in front of them. Then, a scout came running over covered in dust, reporting in a panic: "Sir, we have found a large number of enemy troops ahead, with a large number of people and well-equipped!"

As soon as these words came out, the whole camp was suddenly in a state of tension. Zhu Han and Zhu Biao exchanged glances quickly, and they both understood the seriousness of the crisis. Facing such a powerful enemy, it was obviously not a wise move to fight head-on. Therefore, they decided to adopt a strategy of outsmarting.

"Pass the order down, all troops immediately go into hiding and do not make any noise." Zhu Han ordered decisively. The soldiers acted quickly and followed the order. The entire camp soon returned to peace, as if no one had ever been there.

Afterwards, Zhu Han and Zhu Biao personally led an elite team and quietly moved in the direction of the enemy. They planned to use the cover of night to sneak into the enemy's interior and find flaws to launch a surprise attack.

The night was like thick ink, silently covering the earth. Zhu Han and Zhu Biao led the elite team, and under the cover of the moonlight, they quietly shuttled through the dense forest, and every step was extremely cautious. Their heartbeats gradually accelerated as the distance got closer, but their faces remained unusually calm and firm.

"Uncle, the enemy camp is ahead." Zhu Biao lowered his voice and said to Zhu Han, his eyes revealing a bit of nervousness and anticipation.

Zhu Han nodded and looked around sharply. After confirming that his whereabouts were not exposed, he slowly spoke: "Biao'er, the purpose of our trip is to investigate the enemy situation. We must not act rashly. Remember, our first priority is to come back alive."

Zhu Biao nodded heavily to show that he understood. "Don't worry, uncle. I will be careful."

The two continued forward, and when they approached the enemy camp, they could vaguely hear whispers and patrol footsteps in the distance. Zhu Han signaled the team to stop. He listened carefully for a moment, and after confirming the patrol route, he whispered to Zhu Biao: "Let's go around here and try to avoid the patrol soldiers."

Following Zhu Han's instructions, the team members lightly bypassed the patrol route and quietly approached the enemy's main camp. Zhu Han and Zhu Biao hid behind a boulder and observed the layout of the camp with the light of the camp fire.

"Look over there, those big tents should be the residences of the enemy generals." Zhu Han pointed to several ornately decorated tents not far away and said with some certainty in his tone.

Zhu Biao looked in the direction of Zhu Han's finger and nodded. "If we can sneak into those tents, we may be able to obtain important intelligence."

Zhu Han pondered for a moment and shook his head. "The risk is too great. Once discovered, we may not be able to escape unscathed. Our mission is to investigate, not spy."