novelSusiti Chapter 16 Hidden Dangers Within a Secret Door, Poisoned Needles Lock the Form
Chapter 16 Hidden Dangers Within a Secret Door, Poisoned Needles Lock the Form
At the West Gate tower, swords gleamed.
Blood splattered, staining the three-foot-long brickwork red.
Liu Shan held his sword, his back ramrod straight.
The dragon robe was already soaked in blood.
His face was splattered with blood, but he showed no fear whatsoever.
Every sword strike was delivered with unwavering resolve.
"kill!"
A furious shout echoed through the city tower.
The sword pierced the throat of a Wei soldier with precision.
He slightly turned his wrist and drew his sword.
Fresh blood dripped down the blade.
It crashed onto the city wall, which was littered with corpses, splattering tiny droplets of blood.
Liu Shan frowned deeply, his fingertips clenched so tightly they turned white.
The breach at the west gate has been temporarily contained.
But the Wei soldiers kept coming in endlessly, and they could not be killed indefinitely.
Guo Huai was a fierce fighter, pressing forward relentlessly.
If this drags on any longer, the defending troops will surely collapse!
His gaze swept into the distance, his eyes filled with worry.
The Prime Minister's safety is still unknown.
Dong Yun has not arrived yet; could something have happened?
In the instant he was distracted.
A Wei soldier quietly circled around to his back.
The long sword was raised high, pointing directly at his back.
"Your Majesty, be careful!"
A roar pierced through the sounds of battle.
A member of the Imperial Guard rushed forward without hesitation.
The long sword pierced his chest.
The Imperial Guard let out a muffled groan and slowly collapsed to the ground.
There was no fear in their eyes, only determination.
Liu Shan was startled and turned his head sharply.
Looking at the corpses of the Imperial Guards, a trace of sorrow flashed in his eyes.
The next second, his gaze grew even colder.
He turned and swung his sword, killing the Wei soldier who had launched the sneak attack.
"My lads!"
Liu Shan shouted loudly, his voice piercing through the clamor.
"Today, stand with me and defend the West Gate to the death!"
"Anyone who retreats shall be executed!"
Seeing this, the remaining defenders were greatly encouraged.
They shouted in unison, their voices resounding through the sky.
They followed Liu Shan and fought bravely.
The previously precarious defense line gradually stabilized.
Guo Huai stood below the city wall, looking up at the view.
Seeing Liu Shan personally overseeing the battle, the morale of the Shu army soared.
A hint of surprise flashed in his eyes.
Immediately, surprise was replaced by ruthlessness.
He ran his fingertips along the hilt of the knife, pondering to himself.
How dare Liu Shan, that brat, have such audacity?
It seems the Grand Tutor was right; this young man is no ordinary person!
But today, the west gate will surely fall, and Chengdu will surely perish!
Guo Huai raised his hand and shouted sternly.
"My lads, attack!"
"Brothers of the Dark Gate, it's time to make our move!"
No sooner had he finished speaking than a hurried shout came from behind the west gate.
A troop of elite Wei soldiers rushed out from the hidden door.
Each of them held a long knife and had a fierce expression.
They headed straight for the rear of the Shu army below the city wall.
"Oh no! The secret door has been breached!"
The guards cried out in alarm, their expressions instantly turning panicked.
Guo Huai is launching a fierce attack from ahead.
Wei soldiers launched a sneak attack from behind.
The Shu army was caught in a pincer attack, and its casualties increased rapidly.
Liu Shan turned his head to look.
Wei soldiers were seen rushing out of the hidden door in an endless stream.
My heart sank, but I remained calm.
He lightly tapped the railing of the city gate tower with his fingertips, a quick and clever idea forming in his mind.
Guo Huai had indeed planned this all along.
The secret door was breached, and the escape route was cut off.
Today, only a fight to the death awaits!
If we can hold out until the Prime Minister arrives, there might still be a chance!
He leaned down and spoke in a deep voice to the guards beside him.
"Take fifty Imperial Guards and guard the secret exit at all costs."
"We must stall for time."
"Do not allow the Wei soldiers to advance another step!"
"I obey your decree!"
The guards bowed and agreed without delay.
He immediately led fifty imperial guards and charged toward the secret gate.
They instantly became entangled in combat with Wei soldiers.
Meanwhile, ten miles outside Chengdu.
Li Yan's battle with the masked man had reached a life-or-death point.
Li Yan's shoulder wound reopened.
Blood soaked through my clothes, sticking to my body, causing excruciating pain.
His strength gradually faded.
The sword in his hand felt increasingly heavy.
Every block was accompanied by excruciating pain.
A hint of impatience flashed in the masked man's eyes.
The moves became increasingly ruthless, and the speed at which the curved blade slashed out increased.
Every move was aimed directly at Li Yan's vital points.
"Li Yan, if you know what's good for you, get out of the way!"
The masked man shouted harshly, his voice hoarse and grating.
"I only want to take Zhuge Liang's head; it's none of your business!"
Li Yan gritted his teeth, enduring the excruciating pain.
He swung his sword to parry, his tone as firm as iron.
"Don't even think about it!"
"With me here today, you must not harm the Prime Minister in the slightest!"
His eyes were filled with guilt, and he gritted his teeth in silence.
I have already made a grave mistake; if I were to cause further trouble for the Prime Minister...
Even if he were to die ten thousand times, he would still be guilty of this!
Today, I'll risk my life.
We must also protect the Prime Minister!
Li Yan exerted his strength suddenly.
The sword was pointed directly at the masked man's abdomen.
Even at the risk of serious injury, they were determined to force the opponent to retreat.
The masked man was caught off guard.
He was slashed in the abdomen by a sword, and blood immediately seeped out.
A flash of fury crossed his eyes.
He then gave a cold laugh and quietly reached into his robes with his right hand.
He held a poison needle that glowed with a ghostly blue light between his fingertips.
Zhuge Liang lifted the carriage curtain.
He saw all of this clearly.
His expression was solemn, and he gently waved his feather fan.
He whispered to the two remaining guards beside him.
"Watch out for the poisoned needle in his hand."
"Protect General Li!"
But before he could finish speaking...
The masked man suddenly shot out the poisoned needle.
The poisoned needles whistled sharply.
It went straight for Zhuge Liang's face, moving with lightning speed.
Upon seeing this, Li Yan's pupils suddenly contracted.
Without thinking, he lunged at the car frame.
They stood firmly in front of Zhuge Liang.
"Pfft—"
The poisoned needle pierced Li Yan's back with precision.
Li Yan groaned and his body went limp.
He slowly fell to the ground, his sword falling to the floor.
"General Li!"
Zhuge Liang exclaimed in surprise and quickly stood up.
He helped Li Yan, who was swaying precariously.
Blood trickled from the corner of Li Yan's mouth.
Looking up at Zhuge Liang, his eyes were filled with guilt and relief.
"Prime Minister... I'm so sorry..."
"It was someone who was confused before..."
"Today... I have finally atoned for my sins..."
Upon seeing this, a hint of smugness flashed in the masked man's eyes.
He strode forward, his curved blade aimed directly at Zhuge Liang's throat.
"Zhuge Liang, today, you are doomed!"
At this critical moment.
A rapid sound of horses' hooves rang out.
A cavalry unit galloped in.
The leader was clad in silver armor and wielded a long spear.
It was Chen Dao leading the White Feather Army!
"You audacious traitor, do not harm the Prime Minister!"
Chen Dao shouted loudly and spurred his horse to meet him.
He pointed his spear directly at the masked man, moving with the speed of a whirlwind.
The masked man was secretly alarmed.
I didn't expect the White Feather Army to arrive so quickly.
He dared not linger in battle and glared fiercely at Zhuge Liang.
They turned around and were about to break through.
"Where do you think you're going!"
Chen Dao leaped into the air.
The spear pierced through the masked man's armor.
The masked man struggled a few times after falling to the ground, then died.
The mask on his face was shaken off.
His face, covered in scars, was revealed.
It was actually the commander of Sima Yi's elite assassins!
Chen didn't waste any unnecessary words.
He immediately gave orders to his personal guards.
"Quickly, protect the Prime Minister and heal General Li!"
"Rush to the west gate of Chengdu immediately to support His Majesty!"
Meanwhile, Dong Yun was surrounded by unidentified people on the way.
The guards suffered heavy casualties.
Only three guards remained, protecting him as they retreated in defeat.
Dong Yun clutched the secret letter tightly in his hand.
He looked anxious, and cold sweat beaded on his forehead.
He had several cuts on his body, and blood was flowing freely.
His brows were furrowed, and he was extremely anxious.
His Majesty is still overseeing the battle at Ximen.
Unaware that the secret door had been breached, they found themselves in grave danger.
This secret letter concerns the survival of the Shu Han state.
If it cannot be delivered to His Majesty in time, the consequences will be unimaginable!
"Who exactly are you?"
Dong Yun demanded an explanation, his long sword pointing directly at the leader.
"Why are you obstructing me?"
The leader, whose face was covered, gave a cold laugh.
His voice was sinister, and every word was icy.
"Dong Yun, if you know what's good for you, hand over the secret letter."
"I'll spare your life!"
"Otherwise, I'll make sure you die here today!"
Dong Yun's heart sank.
These people were no ordinary Wei soldiers.
Their moves were bizarre; they were clearly after this secret letter!
Sima Yi's plans were indeed flawless.
Even the route for delivering messages is blocked!
He suddenly swung his sword and charged forward, his expression resolute.
"If you want the secret message, take my life first!"
Upon seeing this, the guards rushed forward as well.
They were fighting with the masked men.
Even when the casualties were heavy, they always stood in front of Dong Yun.
The situation at the West Gate tower is becoming increasingly critical.
The Imperial Guards at the hidden door had been almost entirely wiped out.
Wei soldiers kept charging in.
Guo Huai also led Wei soldiers to climb the city wall.
They engaged in a fierce battle with Liu Shan.
The sword in Liu Shan's hand was already riddled with nicks and chips.
My arm was also cut, and blood dripped down my arm.
But he continued to fight fiercely, without flinching at all.
He gritted his teeth, his eyes filled with determination.
Hold on, you must hold on!
The Prime Minister will arrive soon.
Dong Yun will definitely deliver the secret letter!
Shu Han cannot perish, and I cannot lose!
Guo Huai swung his sword and slashed straight at Liu Shan's face.
His tone was arrogant, and every word was harsh.
"Liu Shan, you little brat, surrender now!"
"Today, I will take your head and present it to the Grand Tutor!"
Liu Shan stepped aside to avoid it.
The sword was pointed directly at Guo Huai's lower abdomen.
The two exchanged blows, locked in a fierce struggle.
For a time, it was difficult to determine a winner.
But what he didn't know was...
Li Yan was poisoned by the needle and fell into a coma; his fate is unknown.
Dong Yun was besieged, and the secret letter was delayed in reaching him.
Even more terrifying.
Sima Yi personally led an elite force.
They are quietly heading towards Chengdu.
Their target was the imperial palace; they wanted to take advantage of the chaos to seize Chengdu!
Just as Liu Shan and Guo Huai were locked in a fierce battle,
Suddenly, a deafening shout came from below the city gate.
Liu Shan looked up.
A cavalry unit from Shu Han was seen galloping towards them.
The flag is embroidered with the character "Chen"—it represents Chen Dao!
But he didn't even have time to feel happy.
Then they saw that behind Chen Dao, there was no carriage of Zhuge Liang.
Only a handful of guards.
Chen Dao's expression was exceptionally solemn.
Liu Shan's heart sank.
A terrible thought came to mind.
Prime Minister, has something happened?
[End of Chapter]