novelSusiti Chapter 34 The Golden Decree Shocks the Netherworld, a Mysterious Situation Remains Unpredictable
Chapter 34 The Golden Decree Shocks the Netherworld, a Mysterious Situation Remains Unpredictable
His hands, like iron clamps, gripped the short stick tightly.
The force penetrated straight into the wood, causing Gao Ding's wrist to ache terribly.
His murderous aura instantly froze on his face.
Gao Ding raised his eyes and glared fiercely at the masked man in front of him.
His eyes churned with shock, anger, and deep bewilderment.
[Gao Ding's inner scream]: Impossible!
How did he get the Wei-character token?
Those gold patterns... were clearly markings that only high-ranking officials of Cao Wei possessed!
Who is he?
The masked man still exuded a chilling aura.
With a slight pressure from the fingertip, a crisp "snap" sounded.
The short stick broke in two, and the broken wood flew everywhere.
Gao Ding staggered back two steps.
He instinctively clutched the Wei-character token in his arms, his expression flustered.
Li Hui, supported by his personal guards, managed to stand steadily.
His gaze was fixed on the token in the masked man's hand.
My heart was shaken, and I couldn't calm down for a long time.
[Li Hui was filled with surprise and doubt]: The Wei-character token even had gold patterns...
This person is no ordinary informant; could he be a trusted confidant of Sima Yi?
But why did he save me?
Deep within the camp, the mastermind behind the operation clutched his bleeding wrist.
He stared at the gold-patterned Wei token, his face ashen.
The Youzi token in his hand trembled slightly uncontrollably.
The ruthlessness in his eyes had long been replaced by deep fear.
[The mastermind behind the scheme is filled with panic]: Wei Ling with golden patterns!
That was a token personally given to a trusted confidant by Lord Sima!
How did this person get here? Could he have been sent by the adults?
But why did you have to ruin my plans?
"Who...who are you? Who sent you?"
The mastermind behind the operation trembled in his voice.
Gone was the previous gloom; his tone was now full of probing.
The masked man did not respond.
His cold gaze swept over the mastermind behind the scenes before settling back on Gao Ding.
His voice was hoarse and cold, devoid of any warmth.
"A useless person like him dares to possess the Wei token?"
Before he could finish speaking, he flashed away.
Swift as a ghost, he grabbed the haute couture man's neck.
He slammed Gao Ding down onto the stone pillar with astonishing force.
Gao Ding was having difficulty breathing and was desperately scratching at the masked man's arms with both hands.
His face turned bright red, and his eyes were filled with fear.
[Gao Ding's inner plea]: Spare me!
I am a pawn planted in the south by Lord Sima Yi!
I'm still useful! Please spare me!
"A chess piece?" the masked man scoffed.
He increased the force, his tone full of disdain.
"Sima Yi's pawns are not for a piece of trash like you."
Ma Zhong and Meng Huo, who were standing nearby, had already shaken off the shadowy figure.
The two men, carrying their heavily injured bodies, slowly approached.
Meng Huo gripped his curved sword tightly, his eyes warily fixed on the masked man.
However, they dared not step forward easily, for fear of causing unforeseen complications.
[Meng Huo thought to himself]: This person is extremely powerful and also has the Wei token.
If we cannot distinguish between friend and foe, taking rash action may lead to unforeseen consequences.
Ma Zhong stood protectively in front of Li Hui, his spear pointing directly at the masked man.
His tone was grave, and he asked in a deep voice, "Who exactly are you?"
"If you were a member of Cao Wei, why would you obstruct the spy and save my general?"
The masked man slowly turned his head.
His cold gaze swept over Ma Zhong, then over Li Hui.
In the end, not a single word was answered.
He raised his hand and searched Gao Ding's pocket, finding the ordinary Wei-character token.
He casually threw it on the ground and crushed it to pieces with his foot.
"Such inferior tokens tarnish the name of the Wei family."
Upon seeing this, the mastermind behind the operation felt a chill run down his spine.
He tentatively stepped forward and cautiously asked, "Since you are a confidant of Lord Sima, why did you destroy Gao Ding's token?"
"He's a key pawn we've planted in the South!"
"A key piece?" the masked man sneered.
The disdain in his tone was undisguised.
"You haven't even figured out Lord Sima Yi's true intentions, yet you dare to talk about key issues?"
The mastermind behind the operation's expression changed drastically.
His eyes were full of doubt, and he blurted out, "My lord's intention? Isn't it to have me detonate the gunpowder, defeat the Shu army, and allow reinforcements to enter the city?"
The masked man did not answer his question.
Instead, she loosened her grip on the neck of the haute couture piece.
Gao Ding collapsed to the ground, panting heavily.
A deep finger mark was left on his neck, a shocking sight.
His eyes were filled with fear and resentment.
[Gao Ding harbors a deep resentment]: This grudge must be avenged!
When I find the opportunity, I will definitely tear this masked man to pieces!
At the city gate, the shouts of battle were still deafening.
Dong Jue has been driven to the brink of despair.
His longsword had long since broken, and blood continued to seep from the wound on his shoulder.
Covered in blood, he still clung to the city wall, desperately resisting the cavalry's attack.
The Shu army reinforcements suffered heavy casualties, with only a handful of soldiers remaining.
Yet they still followed Dong Jue, fighting fiercely and refusing to back down.
[Dong Jue was determined]: Even if it costs him his last breath, he would defend the city gate.
We cannot allow Cao Wei reinforcements to completely enter the city, or we will fail His Majesty and General Li's trust!
A cavalryman swung his longsword, but Dong Jue dodged to the side.
However, he was kicked in the chest by another cavalryman's riding boot.
He fell heavily to the ground and couldn't get up for a long time.
The cavalry leader dismounted, holding a long sword.
He walked step by step toward Dong Jue, his eyes filled with smugness.
"Dong Jue, surrender!"
"The Shu army has been defeated, and the south has fallen to Wei. Your resistance will be futile!"
Dong Jue supported himself on his arms and struggled to his feet.
Blood trickled from the corner of his mouth, but his eyes remained resolute.
"I am a subject of Shu Han, and I would rather die than surrender!"
Just as the cavalry leader raised his sword to kill Dong Jue.
A thunderous sound of hooves came from the direction of the city gate.
The cavalry leader's heart tightened, and he abruptly turned his head to look.
A troop of Shu cavalry, carrying flags, charged toward the city gate.
The leading general had a sharp expression and an imposing presence.
[Dong Jue was overjoyed]: It's reinforcements! Finally, reinforcements have arrived!
Deep within the camp, the masked man seemed to have noticed the commotion at the city gate.
He turned his head slightly, looking towards the city gate, his eyes unreadable.
Upon seeing this, the mastermind behind the operation had a glimmer of hope in his eyes.
He stepped forward again, cautiously probing, "Sir, reinforcements have arrived. Why don't we join forces to defeat the Shu army first, and then report back to Lord Sima?"
The masked man slowly turned around.
His cold eyes were fixed on the mastermind behind the scenes.
His tone carried a chilling killing intent.
"Join forces? You think you're worthy?"
Before he could finish speaking, he raised his hand and waved it.
A cold arrow shot out from the shadows, accurately striking the mastermind behind the operation in the chest.
The mastermind behind the operation was caught off guard.
The arrow pierced his chest, and blood gushed out.
He stared at the masked man in disbelief, his lips trembling.
He wanted to say something, but ultimately couldn't utter a sound.
He slowly collapsed to the ground, completely lifeless.
[Ma Zhong was shocked]: He actually killed the mastermind behind the scenes!
It seems he and the undercover agents are definitely not on the same side!
Meng Huo was also stunned, and the curved sword in his hand drooped slightly.
His eyes were full of doubt, unable to fathom the masked man's intentions.
After eliminating the mastermind behind the scenes, the masked man looked at Gao Ding again.
His tone was icy, devoid of any emotion: "Come with me, and perhaps I can spare your life."
Gao Ding was trembling all over.
Looking at the corpse of the mastermind on the ground, and then at the golden-patterned Wei Ling in the masked man's hand.
Ultimately, he dared not resist, slowly got up, and followed the masked man with his head down.
Watching the two figures retreating, Li Hui couldn't help but call out, "Please wait, sir!"
"May I ask who you are? And why are you helping us?"
The masked man paused, but did not turn around.
Only a profound sentence remained, dissipating into the air.
Who I am is not important.
"The important thing is that Sima Yi's plan for the southern regions needs to be revised."
After saying that, he led Gao Ding and quickly walked into the shadows.
It vanished in an instant, leaving only bloodstains on the ground and the shattered Wei Ling.
Ma Zhong quickly walked to Li Hui's side and helped him up.
His tone was grave as he asked softly, "General, this man is too mysterious. Just who is he?"
Li Hui shook his head, his gaze fixed on the direction where the masked man had disappeared.
His eyes were full of contemplation, and the mystery within could not be fathomed.
[Li Hui's inner thoughts]: He had the Golden-Patterned Wei Order, yet he killed Sima Yi's mole and took Gao Ding away.
Their purpose must be far from simple. Could it be that there was a disagreement within Sima Yi's own ranks?
Just then, a personal guard rushed over.
His expression was urgent, and his voice was hurried: "General! General Ma!"
"General Dong Jue's reinforcements have arrived and have repelled Cao Wei cavalry, holding the city gates!"
Upon hearing this, Ma Zhong and Meng Huo showed a hint of joy on their faces.
Li Hui also breathed a sigh of relief, his tense nerves relaxing slightly.
But before they could completely relax...
Suddenly, a sharp, piercing whistle rang out from outside the camp.
Immediately afterwards, a scout, covered in wounds, staggered over.
He knelt on one knee, his voice hoarse and filled with despair: "General! Something terrible has happened!"
"The main force of Cao Wei's army has arrived outside Yuexi City, and Sima Yi's banner is right in front of the battle lines!"
These words struck everyone like a thunderbolt.
Li Hui's expression changed drastically, and his whole body trembled.
The excruciating pain from his wound returned, but he couldn't bring himself to wipe the blood from the corner of his mouth.
[Li Hui was filled with alarm]: Sima Yi had actually come in person!
Why did he personally travel south to Nanzhong?
Could there be an even bigger conspiracy in the South?
Ma Zhong gripped his spear tightly, his eyes filled with determination.
"General, no matter how many men Sima Yi sends, we will defend Yuexi to the death and never let him advance an inch!"
Meng Huo gripped his curved sword tightly and roared, "That's right!"
"Even if it costs our entire tribe's forces, we will defend the South and live up to His Majesty's trust!"
Li Hui took a deep breath, enduring his injuries.
His gaze hardened again, showing no sign of backing down.
He looked towards the direction outside the city, knowing full well what was going on.
An even tougher battle is on the horizon.
Unbeknownst to anyone, in the shadows of the camp.
A tiny figure was quietly recording all of this.
He held in his hand a gold-patterned Wei token similar to the one worn by the masked man.
A strange glint flashed in his eyes.
[End of Chapter]