The Savage Lady Wants to Kill Me! Reborn on the Path of Cultivation

In the army, brave men are always respected, while cowards are despised.

Everyone witnessed Duan Tianyang's performance just now, and they were filled with admiration.

"Lord Duan is too modest. Lord Chen unfortunately died for his country. Our army is leaderless right now. I hope Lord Duan can lead us to continue fighting against the Jin people!"

Upon hearing this, the soldiers who were busy cleaning up also gathered around. They all stood up straight and petitioned in unison: "Master Duan, please lead us to fight the Jin bandits to the end and defend our territory!"

Duan Tianyang's eyes slowly swept around the surroundings. The faces of these people were filled with excitement and excitement, but he only showed a bitter smile and shook his head gently, saying: "Everyone should go back to where you came from, return to the land that raised you, and return to your loved ones."

As soon as these words came out, it was like a stone that stirred up a thousand waves. Everyone looked up in shock, their eyes full of disbelief: "Sir, do you want us to give up resistance and let the Jin people wreak havoc?"

Duan Tianyang looked solemn and said, "The national army has already withdrawn. Going home now does not count as desertion. When I return to Xiguan, I will also reorganize the Hongxing Army and march eastward, vowing to drive the Jin people out of our territory!"

"Master Duan, do you think our Dongguan Army is a burden?"

"What the Hongxing Army can do, our Dongguan Army can do too!"

"Sir, if you leave, how will Dongguan continue?"

Everyone was talking at once, saying all kinds of things. Their eyes were focused on Duan Tianyang, full of expectation, hoping that he could stay.

"But I have to go to Bailu City to look for the princess..." In Duan Tianyang's mind, finding Ling Ziyan is his top priority now.

"Sir, we can go with you!" The old soldier knelt down first and asked sincerely.

Then, the rest of the local troops followed suit, shouting in unison: "Sir, please take us with you!"

"If you follow me, you may all die!" Duan Tianyang said quietly.

"Sir, we are not afraid of death!"

Duan Tianyang hesitated for a moment, and finally sighed, jumped down from the low wall, helped the old soldier up, and then waved to everyone: "Okay, since you are not afraid of death, let's go together!"

As soon as these words came out, everyone was excited and stood up, asking in unison: "Sir, what should we do next? Should we go straight to Bailu City?"

Duan Tianyang hesitated for a moment and said, "The Jin army has just suffered a great loss, and they will definitely not give up. We should not stay in Baili Town for long. The most urgent thing is to leave here first." After a pause, he said, "I am not very familiar with Dongguan. If anyone knows where it is safer, please let me know."

The old soldier's eyes moved quickly, and he said in a deep voice, "Sir, if we are to consider a place to retreat, Donggu Town is the best choice."

"Oh? I'd like to hear the details."

"First, Donggu Town is hidden among the mountains, surrounded by lush forests, and the terrain is extremely hidden, which is conducive to our army's hiding; second, this town is adjacent to Nanguan, which is the throat of Bailu City, and the Jin soldiers have not yet intervened. Our army will be safe if we retreat here."

The veteran's words instantly resonated with everyone, and they nodded in agreement, considering it a wise move.

Duan Tianyang had no objection. He led the crowd to bury the soldiers who died heroically, and then marched towards Donggu Town with the seriously wounded soldiers.

Donggu Town, a quiet town located in the east of Dongguan, is not large in scale but has its own prosperous scene. Merchants gather here, hunters and herbal farmers shuttle between them, and the atmosphere is full of life.

However, as the Jin army approached, the border was in flames, and the people were displaced. Donggu Town could not escape the fate of being deserted. The streets were empty during the day and it was difficult to find pedestrians.

When the Dongguan Army led by Duan Tianyang stepped into this land, the people came out of their homes and stood on both sides of the streets, their eyes full of curiosity.

A brave citizen asked loudly: "Have the Jin people really invaded the East Gate?"

"Is our army victorious or defeated?"

Faced with these simple and urgent inquiries, Duan Tianyang and others felt mixed emotions, feeling helpless and amused.

It turned out that in this deep mountain, information was so blocked that even the shocking news of the fall of Dongguan was not transmitted in time.

Soon, the town official came out in a hurry with several servants. He walked quickly with a smile on his face. When he came to Duan Tianyang and his party, he bowed deeply and said with a smile: "It is a great honor for you to visit our humble town. I hope you will forgive me for not welcoming you in person!"

In remote corners of the divine realm, the people in charge of a small town are often the heads of wealthy or highly respected families, respectfully called Yuanwai.

Duan Tianyang looked at the man carefully and saw that he was over fifty years old, with black hair and a ruddy complexion. It was obvious that he took great care of himself on a daily basis, and the years did not seem to have left too many traces on his body.

Duan Tianyang asked softly: "We are from the Second Corps of the Dongguan Army and are passing through your place. May I ask who you are?"

"Oh, it's my fault for being negligent. My name is Fan Wencheng. Thanks to the kindness of my fellow villagers, I am temporarily serving as the official of this town." Fan Wencheng hurriedly introduced himself.

"It turns out to be Mr. Fan. My apologies." Duan Tianyang said, and bowed to show his respect.

Fan Wencheng quickly returned the greeting, smiling: "Ah, sir, I am sorry for the humiliation! Your Excellency and the generals, please come to my humble abode and take a rest for a while."

Duan Tianyang waved his hand gently and asked, "Is there a clinic here?"

"Uh..." Fan Wencheng looked puzzled, and then asked: "Is your Excellency ill?"

"No, one of our brothers in the army is seriously injured and needs urgent medical treatment," Duan Tianyang explained.

"So that's how it is. I'll arrange it right away." Upon hearing this, Fan Wencheng immediately turned around and summoned the servants, instructing them to find a clinic for the seriously injured soldiers and to properly arrange food and lodging for the remaining soldiers.

Afterwards, Duan Tianyang led several elite soldiers and followed Fan Wencheng to his mansion.

Fan Wencheng's mansion is located in the center of Donggu Town. It is magnificent and luxurious.

Entering the main hall, everyone sat down.

Fan Wencheng asked sincerely, "I have not yet asked for your name, sir?"

"Duan Tianyang." Duan Tianyang responded concisely.

"Duan Tianyang? No, Master Duan? Could it be that Master is the famous one in Xiguan..."

Unexpectedly, Fan Wencheng actually knew him. Duan Tianyang smiled and responded, "I was originally stationed at Xiguan. This time I came to Dongguan and passed through Donggu Town. It was purely accidental."

Although Fan Wencheng was curious about the sudden arrival of the Hongxing Army's commander, he did not dare to ask too much, and instead asked with concern: "Master Duan, what is the current situation of the war outside?"

Duan Tianyang briefly outlined the situation in Dongguan. After listening, Fan Wencheng's face changed. He knew that the war in Dongguan had discouraged outside merchants, and this place was almost isolated from the outside world and knew nothing about external news.

After a moment of silence, Fan Wencheng took a deep breath and said solemnly: "Since Lord Duan is leading the soldiers to temporarily avoid the enemy in Donggu Town, please feel free to stay in the town. I will take care of all the food and accommodation expenses of the brothers in the army."

Duan Tianyang smiled and said, "Thank you very much, Mr. Fan."

"Lord Duan is too polite. The country is in crisis and I will do my best to help." Fan Wencheng spoke earnestly.

In Donggu Town, the Dongguan Army led by Duan Tianyang was able to find temporary shelter, but the good times did not last long. In just half a day, the Jin cavalry arrived here.