Fight 009

  Liang Xiao's facial features are deeply carved, with an aura of pride and majesty that ordinary people cannot match. Liang Xiao holds a high position in the imperial court, firstly because he has made great contributions to the country, and secondly because he is married to the daughter of the previous emperor, the current Princess Changqing - Lian Qingshi. Moreover, they are a couple who have been together for life.

  Liang Xia is one of the few people that Song Lingyu has ever admired, not only because of his exceptional martial arts skills, but also because of his dedication and loyalty to love.

  Liáng Xiá's face was expressionless, and with a full voice, he shouted at Mù Xiāo: "Mù Village Master, I have come today by order of the Empress Dowager. As long as you are willing to release Miss Sòng, we will immediately withdraw our troops!"

  Mu Xiao didn't think so: "Why don't you withdraw your troops first? As long as you withdraw, I will let her go immediately."

  The horse under Liang Xia snorted, its hooves also moved a few times, as if declaring war. Liang Xia tightened the reins and said, "Master Mu, why must you do this? It's not beneficial for either of us."

  "What benefits wouldn't there be? With the eldest daughter of the Prime Minister's Manor in your custody, aren't you all being cautious and not daring to make any rash moves? Besides, I've already given my word. As long as you withdraw your troops, I'll send her back safely."

  Liang Xiao's displeased frown: "So, Mu Village Master disagrees?"

  "Now it's your turn to disagree."

  Song Yuan's furrowed brow was a sign of his distress. If they could just hold on for a few more days, the entire mountain stronghold would surrender due to food shortages. But now, this unexpected twist had occurred, and it was really hard to explain. Over the past three days, they hadn't completely retreated but instead sent people to keep an eye on their every move around the stronghold. Although this ensured Song Lingyu's safety, it made it impossible for them to thoroughly rescue her.

  Mu Xiao looked at Lian Changqing beside Song Yuan and said, "Lian Qianfeng, why don't we have a match? If you win, Song Lingyu will go with you willingly. If I win, you'll withdraw all your troops, including those who have been watching the village for the past three days."

  Liang Changqing was slightly stunned, it turned out that he knew everything, but just didn't say anything. He turned his head to look at his father Liang Xia, wanting to know her opinion. Liang Xia hesitated for a moment, either way Mu Shaoqun would not let go, so she might as well take a gamble. So she nodded at Liang Changqing, towards this eldest son, although he was young, but after all, she still trusted him. Liang Changqing also nodded to show that he understood, then said to Mu Shaoqun: "I agree."

  Mu Xiaoqiang smiled and rode his horse a few steps forward. Liang Changqing also left the team and walked towards Mu Xiaoqiang.

  Song Lingyu looked at the two people getting closer and closer, she knew about Liang Changqing's strength, and even in the entire Northern Dynasty, there might not be many people who could be his opponent. In her memory, her past life was brought to the entrance of the village, she desperately wanted to struggle free, but was held at knife point by Mu Qian on her neck. She was afraid and cried out loudly, Mu Shaochen waved his hand and she was pulled into the village by Mu Qian, afterwards she didn't know what happened. Only knew that later it seemed like the people in the village and the imperial court's people went to war, when she saw Mu Shaochen again, only his right arm had a shallow cut, other places were unharmed!

  But now it's different, she is no longer the same as before.

  Song Lingyu watched as Liang Changqing and Mu Xiaoqian drew closer, both wielding red-tasseled spears. Their auras were evenly matched, with an inner calmness and outer majesty emanating from both of their bodies.

  Liang Xiao looked at the two people in front of him with some tension, after all, if Liang Changqing lost, then he could only follow the agreement and lead his troops back, which would be difficult to explain to the Empress Dowager.

  First to launch the attack was Mu Xiao Man, who didn't have any gentlemanly demeanor, he was a thief in the eyes of the imperial court! Mu Xiao Man grasped the hilt of his sword and stabbed towards Liang Chang Qing's face. Liang Chang Qing's horse seemed to have a spiritual connection, quickly moving to the side, allowing Liang Chang Qing to dodge Mu Xiao Man's attack. Liang Chang Qing wielded his red-tasseled spear and swept it towards Mu Xiao Man's flank.

  Mu Xiao knew that Liang Changqing's previous thrust was something he could easily dodge, so he didn't use much strength. Withdrawing his force was also effortless. In the meantime, he quickly changed the direction of his Red Tassel Spear and effortlessly dissipated Liang Changqing's strength.