NFBE Chapter 230 Spare My Life
Chapter 230 Spare My Life
The trapped enemy soldiers were in a miserable state. Some of them waved their weapons blindly in panic, but like headless flies, they could not find the direction to attack, their eyes were full of confusion and fear.
Some were like frightened hares, running around looking for corners to hide, their desperate eyes seemed to foreshadow the coming of doomsday.
Others tried to organize resistance, but due to the lack of unified command, their efforts were in vain. The chaotic scene was heartbreaking.
Umiyadama's soldiers were as ferocious as wolves and tigers, constantly narrowing the encirclement. The shouts and sounds of weapons clashing intertwined together, playing a cruel and ruthless symphony of war.
In the border county, the people huddled in their homes, listening to the deafening shouts and chaotic noises outside, their hearts filled with fear and worry.
They covered their ears tightly, their bodies trembling slightly, not knowing how this war would end.
I don’t even know what my fate will be. My uneasy mood is like a lone boat in a storm, drifting unsteadily.
In the end, more than 20,000 enemy soldiers were successfully captured by our side.
The battle in Yuancheng County ended with Bai Yuhao's escape. Yu Gongyu successfully drove the enemy out of Yuancheng County and defended this land and the people living here.
As the last shout of killing completely subsided and the smoke of gunpowder gradually dissipated, Yuancheng County, which had experienced the baptism of war, slowly revealed its post-war appearance.
At the city gate, our soldiers were going in and out in an orderly manner. Some of them were in high spirits, carrying the captured supplies happily, and their joy was beyond words.
Some of them greeted the people entering the city enthusiastically and shared the joy of victory.
Walking into the city, although the streets were a little messy with debris scattered all over the ground, there was no longer the heart-wrenching panic and miserable scene before the war.
Some people have come out of their homes. Some of them are holding brooms and carefully sweeping the streets, their eyes full of anticipation for a new life.
Or they would carry water and walk towards the soldiers who had fought hard with a smile on their faces, the gratitude and relief in their eyes like bright stars.
In the square in the city, our army's doctors were busy moving around, with beads of sweat on their foreheads.
They skillfully treated the wounded soldiers and some unfortunately injured civilians, reminding them of precautions from time to time, with a focused look on their faces as if they were completing an extremely sacred mission.
The enemy's camp was in a mess. Tents were leaning here and there, and some were still emitting wisps of smoke, which were the embers that had been ignited in the previous battle and had not yet been completely extinguished, as if telling of the flames of war in the past.
Various weapons and armor were scattered on the ground, and the bodies of some enemy soldiers were lying in a mess, most of them with expressions of fear and unwillingness on their faces.
It was as if he couldn't believe until his death that he would be defeated so quickly and so miserably. The look on his face as he died with his eyes open made people feel pity for him.
After escaping from Yuancheng County, Bai Yuhao returned to his territory in disgrace with the few hundred remaining soldiers.
He kept his head down and remained silent the whole way, his heart full of regret for the failure and confusion about the future.
That lonely figure looked particularly desolate in the afterglow of the setting sun. He secretly vowed to find an opportunity to wash away this shame.
But he also knew that if he wanted to compete with Umiya Tama again, it would probably take a long time to accumulate strength again.
Umiya Yu stood on the city wall of the county town, looking at the streets gradually returning to calm and the cheering people, and a relieved smile initially appeared on his face.
That smile was like the spring sun, warm and bright, as if all the fatigue had dissipated at that moment.
But in a flash, the smile that had just appeared on his face disappeared like a flash in the pan.
He frowned slightly, a hint of worry revealed in his eyes, and his worry about Ren Jingzhi surged again like a tide.
He knew very well that Ren Jingzhi's contribution was indispensable in driving the enemy out of Yuancheng County. If he had not passed the key information back in time, the consequences would have been disastrous.
At this moment, the sun shone on him, and the golden light seemed to become a little heavy, pressing on his shoulders.
He cast his eyes towards the more than 20,000 captured enemy soldiers in the direction of the camp, and an inexplicable anger surged in his heart, and an idea emerged that he planned to kill them all to boost the morale of his own army.
Yu Gongyu clenched his fists tightly, his knuckles turned white, his face was as cold as the frost in winter, and his cold eyes revealed a resolute and fierceness, as if he could freeze everything in front of him.
"Pass my order to take all the prisoners to the parade ground. I will personally supervise the execution!" Yu Gongyu's voice was low but revealed unquestionable majesty. The voice was like a dull thunder, echoing in the air.
Upon hearing this, the personal soldiers beside him did not dare to delay for even a second and immediately followed the order and left.
Soon, all the main generals came rushing over. When they heard the marshal's decision, they all showed varying degrees of surprise on their faces.
General Li spoke first, and hesitantly advised: "Marshal, this may not be appropriate. Although these enemy troops are our enemies, killing more than 20,000 people at once is... too cruel. Moreover, if it gets out, it may damage the reputation of our army."
General Li said this, his face full of worry and his eyes full of pleading, hoping that Yu Gongyu would reconsider.
Yu Gongyu glanced at him coldly, his eyes like a sharp ice knife, and said in a cold voice: "Humph! They burned, killed, looted and killed countless of my people on my border. Have you ever thought about how cruel their actions are?
Now they are prisoners, which is what they deserve! I want to let everyone in the world know that anyone who invades our territory will be punished. I have made up my mind, no need to say more! "
Yu Gongyu's words were decisive, leaving no room for negotiation. His tough attitude showed his anger and determination at the moment.
Chen Yi also stepped forward, clasped his fists and said, "Marshal, what General Li said makes sense. Although these prisoners are guilty, perhaps we can spare their lives and let them serve our army and do some hard labor, which is better than killing them all."
Chen Yi's tone was relatively gentle, and he tried to persuade Yu Gongyu from another angle. His eyes were full of expectation, hoping that the marshal would listen to him.
After hearing this, Yu Gongyu's eyes flashed with anger, and he scolded: "Chen Yi, don't plead for them anymore! I have made up my mind. Today I must use their blood to sacrifice my dead soldiers to boost the morale of my army! Have you forgotten how the brothers fought on the battlefield?"
As Yu Gongyu spoke, he waved his arm violently. His aggressive look made Chen Yi dare not say anything. He could only lower his head and silently endure the marshal's anger.
Upon seeing this, the other generals also fell silent, but there was still a hint of reluctance and worry on their faces. They exchanged helpless glances with each other, but were helpless.
Soon, more than 20,000 prisoners were escorted to the parade ground by the ferocious soldiers.
They were all ragged, looked terrified, tied up with ropes, and huddled together tightly, as if this could give them a sense of security.
Seeing Umiya Yu's cold eyes and the shining swords around them, many captives were frightened and collapsed to the ground, their bodies shaking like sieves, and begging for mercy one after another.
Some of the captives were in tears, kowtowing and crying, "Marshal, please spare our lives. We are only following orders. Please have mercy!" The trembling voice and desperate look made people feel pity.