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Chapter 242 The Assassination Begins

Linjiang Kingdom, the land of Jingchu where rivers criss-cross, by an unknown river!
In the dark night, the weather was a bit cold, and Yin Xu, the king of Yue who was escorted by the Thousand Guards, camped by the river.Tired for days, Yin Xu was trying to sleep well, and when his dream was full of beauties like flowers and jade, wild wolves were howling in the woods on the opposite bank.

There is only a crescent moon in the sky, and the night is extremely dark, especially in the densely wooded forest. Except for a little bit of faint light above the head, it can be said that you can't see your fingers.It is in this environment that if there is a ray of light somewhere, it will be particularly obvious.

One bright spot, no... a team of bright spots... to be precise, countless pairs of bright spots, the green light becoming more and more obvious in the dark woods.A group of ten people were staying in the woods, and when they were falling asleep, they suddenly noticed this abnormality, and they were immediately horrified.

Because they are clearly aware of what the pairs of green lights represent, they are a group of ferocious wolves!Their first reaction was to run away, but when they looked around and saw the green glow forming a circular light band, they gave up on this idea, and it was obvious that they were already surrounded by wolves.

The second reaction is to resist. With weapons in hand, there are still ways to deal with wolves.But as soon as he looked at the densely packed, unknown number of eyeballs, he suddenly became a little wilted.With the strength of more than a dozen people, it is obviously impossible to deal with a pack of wolves of this size.

In desperation, a light flashed in someone's mind, and he thought of a good way-climbing a tree!Ever since, a group of people immediately climbed up the trunk.Maybe it is safe here now, just sitting on the trunk, the wolves have already come under the tree.

Everyone wiped off a cold sweat without realizing it, it's okay, it's okay, if the reaction is a little slower, I'm afraid it will become a meal for the wolves.It was too thrilling, how did it scare the wild wolf?They couldn't figure it out, maybe it was because of their bad luck!
A group of people stayed on the tree trunk, and some looked at the wolves below and shivered in fear. Although humans are advanced animals, they have weapons for defense.But in front of the hordes of wild beasts, it still looks extremely weak.

More than a dozen people were besieged by hundreds of wild wolves, and the result can be imagined. It is reasonable to panic.The footprints of the wolves formed a regular circle, howling constantly in all directions, and the hearts of those howling couldn't help but tremble.Obviously, they felt ordered because they did not catch their prey. This is a kind of vocal intimidation and threat, and it is unknown whether it will be effective!
The people on the tree trunk couldn't bear it any longer, and a person tremblingly said: "Boss, I heard that wild animals are afraid of fire, so let's light a bonfire, maybe we can drive them away!" The wolves howled as if they knew what this person was thinking. It's even more frightening.

As soon as the voice fell, someone scolded: "Nonsense, lighting a fire at night will inevitably reveal your whereabouts, have you forgotten what the Overlord and Yafu explained?" Obviously this was the boss of that population just now, their territorial man.

"But... this... wolves are really scary..." This person was relatively timid, already terrified and incoherent.

"It's nothing but... just bear with me..." The leader let out a low drink, which temporarily had some effect.But he secretly sighed in his heart, how could he be so unlucky, how could he meet a pack of wolves if he tracked well.

They are Xiang Yu's subordinates, and they were ordered to follow the Yue King Yin Xu who was returning to the east.Fan Zeng originally meant to wait for Yin Xu to assassinate Emperor Yi Xiong Xin, and then use the excuse to kill Yin Xu, but he also knew that it would not be so smooth, so he chose to do it in advance, and the assassination on the way is the best.

If you want to assassinate, you have to do it early, Fan Yafu firmly believes in such a law, and since Yin Xu left Wuguan, the stalking began.After entering the territory of Linjiang country, he was ready to start his actions. In the past, he just checked his whereabouts from afar, but now he followed closely and controlled them at any time.

These more than a dozen people are good at tracking in the Chu army. Unfortunately, they were unlucky and were followed when they followed others.And the masters who track themselves are better at tracking, and have a strong team and the most unreasonable methods.

It can only be said that they have a lot of fame, and the army of the Yue State on the other side was safe and sound, but they unfortunately entered the range of the wolves.The wild wolf was not polite to these guys who broke into the territory, and launched an extremely ferocious pursuit.

These poor Chu soldiers are first-class masters in tracking and hiding their tracks, but in front of wild wolves, they are so insignificant that they are not worth mentioning!What's more, in the dark woods, on the premise that the Yue people can't be alarmed, it is almost a dream to escape safely!
Don't mention how depressed these Chu soldiers were, but fortunately they reacted quickly and rushed to climb the big tree to escape the catastrophe for the time being.But the wolves were too persistent, they never gave up chasing, they stayed under the tree and howled in circles!
This can be regarded as a kind of psychological warfare. Although the wolves can't attack everyone for the time being, the powerful threat has never existed.Gradually, a little timid couldn't stand it anymore, and begged the leader to find a way.

"Boss, I really can't stand it anymore, think of a way!" This is the second time the soldier has spoken.

The old man's Chu Bing frowned, and thought to himself: I was so underwhelmed at the beginning, I didn't notice such a coward when I was selecting candidates!What a disappointment, just don't mess things up!So he cursed and said: "Anyway, they are hiding in the shun. The wild wolves can't bite you now. There are no ramming goods. It's just a few beasts that scare you like this. How about fighting with swords on the battlefield?"

The timid soldier was crying, but he didn't speak out after all.He is not afraid of swords, lights, swords and shadows on the battlefield, bloodshed and killing, but this wild wolf... Maybe it is the painful memory of being chased and bitten as a child, which left a terrible shadow in their hearts!

He couldn't bear it any longer, so that at last a stream of heat with a foul smell spread on the tree trunk, and then it fell down tick-tock!The smell further stimulated the manic wolves, making them more uneasy and excited.I don't know when, the howling of the wolves suddenly became louder, and they shuddered suddenly and couldn't bear it, and fell from the tree.

It was already too late when the companion wanted to catch him. After a few miserable cries, the wild wolf rushed up and tore him to pieces. After a while, there was no sound.Maybe he is destined to be a wolf in this life. Although he escaped a catastrophe in the past, he is still doomed this time.Whether he died from the wolf's mouth or from his own fear, it's hard to tell!
It doesn't matter if a person dies, but that cry...

The leading Chu State tracker couldn't help sighing, he would have lit the fire if he knew it earlier, so that the beasts would be driven away, and the dense forest might not be discovered by the Yue people.But now it's too late, this life is screaming... the Yue people must have noticed.

The people of Chu must have paid more attention to the strange howling of wild wolves tonight, and it is reasonable to be careful.Obviously doesn't it just confirm the conjecture?Alas, the whereabouts are finally leaked...

A useless bastard is still a bad thing, alas!In other words, his whereabouts have been exposed, and he will not be lucky enough to think that Yue will be regarded as an ordinary hunter or someone being chased by wild wolves.At the critical moment of life and death, no one will be careless, so what should we do now?If you didn't follow Fan Yafu's order, you're doomed now...

The Yue people did hear a scream, and Yin Xu and Su An paid great attention to it. They, as he expected, had listed it as a threat.However, Yin Xu was very rational and relaxed and did not send troops to search, because he believed that Deng Lingmo's masters were following secretly, so he didn't need to do these things himself.

Deng Lingmo shouldered the important task of escorting Yin Xu to the country of Yue, so naturally he didn't dare to neglect, Zhong Yin got the news at the first time, and sent people to investigate!Soon there was news, the disciple came in a hurry and reported: "Master, the wolves are still there, don't dare to get too close, but I can be sure that there are people in the woods, about 20 people!"

Zhong Yin smiled lightly, finally someone lost his temper and wanted to do something to Yin Xu.Yin Xu did not make a move in return by the river, saying that he had given himself the right to dispose of everything.

After pondering for a while, Zhong Yin ordered: "The wolves will leave after dawn. It doesn't matter if you kill them or let them die. Remember, don't leave any flaws in your tactics!"

The disciple nodded and said, "Yes, master, don't worry, everything will be fine!"

The white belly appeared in the east, and the tracking gang of the state of Chu who was sitting on the trunk of the tree was the first to notice it, and they all secretly breathed a sigh of relief when they saw the dawn in the east.With the lesson learned from that companion, they sat on the tree trunk and did not dare to move, lest they fall and be torn apart!
So sitting on the tree and maintaining a posture for too long, the muscles are already a little stiff, and they are eager to move their muscles and bones.Now the dawn in the east is not the dawn of their lives... Is it really so?At least the one in the territory is not so optimistic.

After dawn, the wolves retreated reluctantly, leaving behind a lot of excrement, which smelled very bad.There is also an arm, which should belong to the timid Chu soldier. It is said that when a wolf attacks a person, a certain part of the body will always be left behind.As for why, I don't know, maybe it is to leave some clues or thoughts for the family!

However, in their view, not only did they not feel nostalgic, but they were even more afraid or fearful.At the same time, I am also glad that I finally escaped a catastrophe.The night was too long, and when they got down from the tree, they all breathed a sigh of relief.

Just when he wanted to rest for a while, the leader shouted: "Don't stay, leave quickly!"

"Uh?"

When the Chu State tracker was about to say something, he was mercilessly interrupted by the leader, who only heard him coldly shout: "Aren't you going? Stay here and wait for death?"

Everyone came to their senses and wanted to leave this ghostly place as soon as possible, but it was too late.Just as he was about to leave, the sound of swishing crossbow arrows pierced through the air, and someone had already been shot and fell to the ground.The people behind hid behind the big tree and wanted to escape, but unfortunately this encounter was doomed.

When they didn't see the whereabouts and figure clearly at all, crossbow arrows kept flying from all directions. Among the more than ten Chu State tracking soldiers, none of them survived, and they couldn't see the opponent's figure clearly until they died.

But if you think about it with your toes, you will know that it must be the hands of the Yue people, but this matter... It seems that you should hate those evil wolves even more...

The howling of wolves gradually stopped at dawn, and there was no sound!Shun Lin on both sides of the river regained its former calm. In the early morning, when Yin Xu walked out of the tent, his elder brother yawned. He didn't sleep well that night.

The soldiers were already packing up their tents and preparing to set off on the road. Su An hurried over and said, "Your Majesty, it's already dawn, send someone over to have a look!"

After pondering for a while, Yin Xu shook his head and said, "No, just go on your way as usual, just be careful!"

Uh... Su An looked at his general in surprise, what did he do?Do you ignore such a situation?My pressure is so great, Su An suddenly felt a little heavy.

Yin Xu smiled lightly, and walked aside, he believed that Deng Lingmo already had the answer, so he didn't need to bother himself.Sure enough, not long after, a special bird call was heard in the woods near the camp. Yin Xu listened intently, with a satisfied smile on his lips.

Deng Lingmo's work efficiency is high, and all the followers have been taken care of. As for the identity of the other party...it doesn't matter anymore.Zhong Yin specially reminded Yin Xu that from now on, he can deliberate. Someone is already watching, and there may be danger ahead, so he should be careful.

Yin Xu knew this very well, he must be on guard, and it seemed that this time he was going to do it for real!
After a simple breakfast, the group set out on the road, riding their horses along the river east, so that they would not lose their way easily, and the walking was relatively smooth.You must know that many places in this meeting are virgin forests and grasslands, and there are no flat roads there.

If you go to Xin'an and return to Jiangdong via Wei State and Western Chu State, you can take the coastal road of the First Emperor.It's a pity that due to various reasons, there is no chance!
After setting off on the road, Su An became more cautious because it happened last night.Secondly, Yin Xu told him that there might be dangers in these two days, which made Captain Su very worried.

Although he didn't know the source of Yin Xu's news, but King Yue said so, it was true, so he didn't dare to neglect in the slightest!If the opponent is about to make a move, where will it appear?Su An was thinking about this question all the way, before walking out of this flat small plain along the river.The not-so-high mountains appeared in front of him, and Su An seemed to have found the answer, the canyon at the pass...

In Linjiang, in the forest not far in front of Yin Xu, a voice asked in surprise, "What? All the dozen or so pursuers disappeared?"

"Yes, general. They followed Yin Xu all the way, but there was no trace. The subordinates sent people to look for it, but there was no trace. I'm afraid it's... I'm afraid it's..."

"I'm afraid it will be discovered by the Yue people?"

"Yes, this subordinate also thinks so. It is very likely that they will be discovered by the Yue people, and the body will be destroyed after killing!" The subordinate tremblingly said his profile, lest the general above would not approve.

"It was discovered? What are they eating? Aren't they the so-called first-class tracking soldiers in the Chu army? They are all of this level?" The general scolded coldly, obviously quite dissatisfied with this.

When the subordinates are under pressure and the master or superior loses their temper, it is the most difficult time!He had to say softly: "General, Yue Wang Yin Xu is famous for his talent, brave and good at fighting, and resourceful. Everyone in the army knows it, and it is possible to be discovered by him!"

Yue Wang Yinxu has a great reputation, and he has to admit it, so it's hard to refute it.He just smiled coldly, quite upset, and said after a long time: "So, the Yue people have already noticed our presence?"

This subordinate is also a smart person, and he immediately made a bold analysis: "This may not be...they only know about the soldiers who are tracking, and those people dare not tell the truth. Besides, they only know about tracking, and they don't know your location, General. So Yin Xu only knows that someone may be against him, but he doesn't know when, where, who will it be? How to do it?"

"Yin Xu has noticed something, so he is naturally on guard. If there is no surprise, I am afraid that the expected effect will not be achieved!" The general seemed to be talking to himself, and seemed to be discussing with his subordinates.

Such a subordinate can be regarded as a close person, and there are not a few people who know the inside story, so he boldly probed: "The general means...let Yin Xu go first?"

When the general heard this, he shook his head suddenly, how important it is to intercept and kill Yin Xu, isn't it just a matter of letting go?Wouldn't this credit go to waste and be easily let go?
He obviously didn't want to do this. The general's name was Lu Bozi, he was from Wuzhong, and Xiang Liang joined him when he raised his troops.Although there are some credits, they are not significant. This time Xiang Yu was entrusted with the enfeoffment, many old generals of the Chu State were entrusted with the award, but he did not.

Not to mention that people like Yin Xu and Yingbo are crowned kings, at least there should be a marquis or something.It's a pity that there are too many outstanding generals in the state of Chu. In terms of seniority, Zhong Limei, Yu Ziqi, Ji Bu, and Long Qi are all in the front, and second-rate figures like him have no share!
So I was quite depressed, and I kept thinking that I could make some contribution, so that I could rank seniority with strength.This time Fan Zeng sent people to assassinate Yin Xu, the leading general was in some trouble, so he had to send his confidants to execute it.It's just that Xiang Zhuang, Long Qi and others are too overqualified, and if they are found out, it will be difficult to deal with public opinion. Naturally, a second-rate loyal general is the most suitable.

Ever since Bozi Lu was lucky enough to get this character, he was the first to follow his uncle and nephew Xiang Yu, so there is no problem in terms of loyalty.Moreover, he fought bravely and made a contribution, which is not eye-catching, which is the most appropriate.So Fan Zeng chose him, but he ignored one point. This person is eager to strive for success, so he will inevitably be impatient when performing tasks. Now is the best example.Knowing that Yin Xu has already noticed something, but for the sake of credit, he must not let go of this great opportunity.

As for whether it will be successful or not, it is not worth knowing, but it must be done.It is worth mentioning that this person also has a name called Lu Matong!

(End of this chapter)