Chapter 13 The Escort Agency Encounters the Prince in Danger
"Fight!" Zhao Dayong, the chief escort of Weiyuan Escort Agency, shouted again. His eyes were firm and sharp, like a sharp sword.
This escort mission is of great importance. Brother Shen saved the lives of his son and most of the people in the escort agency last time. Now he is just helping to deliver the escort to the capital to the Minister of Works, Lord Shen Wenwu. The escort agency has an obligation to do so, and Zhao Dayong is on high alert, not daring to make any mistakes.
Suddenly, a cold wind whistled past, followed by the sound of a sharp arrow. Zhao Dayong was startled and immediately tightened the reins. The horse neighed and the whole team stopped instantly.
"There's an ambush!" Zhao Dayong shouted, he quickly drew the knife from his waist and prepared for battle.
However, it was too late. Bandits rushed out from all directions, holding various weapons, and surrounded the escort team. Zhao Dayong's heart sank.
"Everyone stay calm, don't panic!" Zhao Dayong shouted to stabilize the team's emotions. Sure enough, the sudden appearance of the bandits made the brothers behind panic for a while, but they soon calmed down.
After all, as escorts, they have escorted countless convoys and encountered many big and small bandits, not to mention that this time it was their chief escort who was personally escorting the convoy.
When everyone thought of this, they felt excited. This time they had something to brag about when they returned!
They have fought against bandits together with the chief escort and experienced life and death tests together!
"Haha, what a great pleasure!" an escort laughed loudly, and the others nodded, staring at the group of bandits with shining eyes, as if they were some rare beauties!
The boss was furious when he saw this. He had been in the underworld for so many years, and no one had ever dared to look down on him like this. He suddenly kicked a lackey beside him and cursed, "What are you still standing there for? Go and get all the goods and silver back!"
The lackey staggered after being kicked, and quickly got up, raised his knife and rushed towards the escorts. Seeing this, the other bandits also raised their knives and chopped at the escorts.
Seeing this, Zhao Dayong immediately drew his knife and shouted, "Brothers, fight them!"
All the escorts responded, gripped their swords tightly, and rushed towards the bandits. A fierce battle ensued!
The two sides fought fiercely, with swords flashing and blood splattering. Zhao Dayong led the way, wielding his sword, and led the escorts to fight a desperate battle with the bandits.
The big boss also went into battle himself, holding a big knife in his hand, and rushed towards Zhao Dayong. The two of them quickly exchanged blows, and the fight was hard to tell. Their moves were as sharp as flowing water, and every fight seemed to be testing the other's strength.
For a moment, the woods were filled with swords and dust. Zhao Dayong was like a dragon, and the long sword in his hand was like a dragon's tooth, extremely sharp. The big boss was even more majestic, and the big sword in his hand was like a tiger descending from the mountain, unstoppable.
The escorts and the bandits also started a fierce battle. Both sides paid a huge price. In the end, although the escorts led by Zhao Dayong were brave and good at fighting, they were outnumbered after all and gradually fell into a disadvantage.
Seeing this, the big boss shouted loudly: "Haha, you stinky escorts, today I will let you see how powerful I am!"
He slashed the big knife in his hand towards Zhao Dayong. Zhao Dayong raised his knife to block, but was shocked by the big boss's knife and retreated repeatedly.
Seeing this, the bandits cheered loudly, their morale boosted. They brandished their swords and continued to rush towards the escorts.
Zhao Dayong barely managed to block the attack from the boss, feeling anxious. He looked around for help, but found that the other escorts were fighting on their own and were entangled by the bandits and unable to escape.
What to do? Zhao Dayong thought anxiously in his heart. He must come up with a way to turn the tide of the battle, otherwise he and his brothers would be in real danger.
Just when Zhao Dayong fell into despair, suddenly a melodious flute sound was heard, attracting everyone's attention.
The sound of the flute was as clear as flowing water, echoing in the valley, making people feel relaxed and happy. Everyone involuntarily stopped what they were doing and looked in the direction of the sound.
I saw a young scholar, wearing a green robe and a bamboo hat, riding a horse from a distance, playing the flute leisurely. His flute sounded like weeping and complaining, as if he was telling an ancient story.
The big boss and the bandits were also attracted by the sound of the flute, temporarily put down their swords and listened quietly. Zhao Dayong took the opportunity to catch his breath for a moment, secretly feeling lucky.
The sound of the flute gradually got closer, and the young man came into everyone's sight.
The head of the family saw that everyone was disturbed by the sound of the flute, and he shouted, "Where did this fool come from? How dare you come forward to get beaten?"
As soon as the melodious flute sound stopped, Xiao Wenxuan looked at everyone with scrutiny, frowning slightly. After a long while, he said, "The sky is clear, why is it like this?"
The eldest boss said disdainfully: "Haha, what's the meaning of Zhao Zhao? I hate you scholars the most, you are always so hesitant! What's wrong with me stealing a chicken? It's a blessing for the chicken to be remembered by me!"
"That's right, the little widow doesn't know how to appreciate a favor!"
"Our boss is such a mighty and strong man, but this little widow doesn't even like him. What a loser!"
"Yes, it's a waste of resources to keep it for a rookie!"
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The other bandits were also extremely angry when talking about this matter, and they talked at once to reconstruct the entire incident!
Zhao Dayong and other escorts were shocked when they heard this. They didn't expect such a wicked thing to happen in such a bright and clear world! They couldn't help but condemn the numerous bandits.
Xiao Wenxuan frowned as he looked at this group of angry bandits with distorted values. It turned out that some people should not live in this world and they polluted the air of Longyuan Country.
"An Yi" With a swish, a black-clad shadow guard appeared out of thin air. Waiting for orders!
"Deal with them, leaving no one behind!"
"Yes!"
An Yi received the order and disappeared into thin air in an instant, as if he had never appeared. The remaining bandits didn't know what happened yet, they only felt a murderous atmosphere filling the entire space.
Their faces began to show expressions of fear, and they fled in panic. However, it was too late. Only a few screams were heard, and then there was silence. The bandits fell one after another, and their lives were taken away by An in an instant.
Xiao Wenxuan looked at this scene without a trace of emotion in his heart. Those who do evil will eventually perish, and people must always be responsible for their own actions.
Zhao Dayong and other escorts were also shocked when they saw this scene. They did not expect Xiao Wenxuan to be so decisive and cold-blooded. But at the same time, they also admired Xiao Wenxuan's behavior. Seeing Xiao Wenxuan's eyes on them, they hurriedly led everyone forward to salute and thank him!
"My lord, I am Zhao Dayong, the chief escort of Weiyuan Escort Agency. I will never forget your life-saving grace. If you need me in the future, I will do my best to help you!"
Zhao Dayong said with a folded hand. He secretly made up his mind that he would urge these guys to practice martial arts diligently after returning this time. They were rescued many times, so how could he repay the kindness of saving their lives?
"You're welcome!" Xiao Wenxuan smiled slightly, regaining his gentle and elegant demeanor, "Seeing injustice on the road, helping others with our swords is our duty, don't mention it!"
After hearing this, everyone nodded, expressing their admiration and gratitude for Xiao Wenxuan.
"The mountains remain green, the rivers flow forever. Goodbye!" Zhao Dayong bowed and led everyone down the mountain.
Xiao Wenxuan watched everyone go away, and the smile on his face fell away. A deep and powerful voice rang out, which could not be ignored. "An Yi, inform all government offices that bandits are rampant in Longyuan. Order all government offices to actively cooperate and completely eliminate bandits to restore peace to Longyuan! Anyone who resigns from his post and neglects his duty will be severely punished!"