As late autumn approaches, the weather in the north has gradually become cold. However, in the boundary of Zhongzhou south of the river, it is not so obvious. On Zhongyue Mountain, the fallen leaves turn yellow and colorful, which is a good time.

If it were in previous years, the autumn scenery would naturally be very lively. Although the world was not peaceful, there were endless streams of tourists and hunters in Luocheng. However, when this autumn came again, people in Luocheng would no longer be in good mood now.

The sudden war destroyed everything. The small princes led by the Marquis of Zhongshan did whatever they wanted around Luocheng, causing chaos and a radius of 100 miles. Once these guys embarked on the road of open rebellion, what they did was very cruel. Although they could not attack Luocheng for a while, it was a serious disaster for the people living in Zhongzhou.

Killing, setting fires, and wanton robbery almost every day. Zhongzhou, which supported the Great Zhou Dynasty through the last decades, has completely become a battlefield. Thousands of soldiers trapped in the lonely city watched the tragedy that happened outside the city every day, but were powerless. In less than a few days, many people had lost their fighting spirit and became depressed and depressed.

Perhaps, the end of the dynasty is coming soon, right? No one can guarantee how long this closed lonely city can last. And when the last isolated island is swallowed up by the waves, I am afraid that not many people can escape for luck. How can there be a complete egg when the nest is destroyed! This simplest truth is understood by everyone.

Since the two armies fought each other outside the city, the imperial guards in Luocheng have never been out again. There is really no way! They only suffer losses in vain when they go out and have no chance of winning at all. It would be great if they can defend this city with their abilities. It would be impossible to fight back!

In the past few days, the vassal army outside the city has launched several attacks. Relying on the strength of the tall walls, the imperial guards defended day and night, and the vassal army failed every time. But even so, it still makes people feel desperate.

At the west gate of Luocheng, the king's brother Ji Mo, wearing armor, has been standing for a long time. The traces of yesterday's post-war remain on the city wall, and the broken arrows and spears in their sight are clearly visible. Not far away is the endless camp of the princes. There are some vague shadows walking back and forth, obviously in the army's dispatch.

Since Luocheng was besieged, Ji Mo has never taken off his armor. The younger brother, who is no longer young, has taken on all the defensive tasks of guarding the royal city. Now, perhaps only he can bear this important task.

The autumn wind was bleak, and the temples were even more frosty and snow. Ji Mo sighed silently, his heart full of bitterness. He could no longer remember how long it had been since he had a cheerful smile. The heavy burden of the royal family of the Great Zhou Dynasty pressed on his back, and he was almost breathless.

If this continues, it will become increasingly difficult to defend the royal city. The princely army has blocked all internal and external channels. After the news is cut off, this place has completely become an isolated city. The most difficult moment may have just begun.

The combat effectiveness of the princes is actually not strong. However, relying on their large numbers of people, they have completely gained an advantage on the battlefield. Moreover, the weapons in their hands are very sharp. Whether it is long swords or bows and arrows, they have completely suppressed the Imperial Guards. They have caused certain casualties to the defending troops during the siege. The dense rain of arrows is difficult to completely defend.

The commander of the army, who was not far away, was injured by an arrow yesterday. He accidentally broke the wound just now. He tore off the cloth strip and was about to wrap around the wound for a few more times, but it was inconvenient and he was inevitably clumsy. While he was gasping for pain, someone walked up to him and bandaged him.

"Mr....!"

"Don't move, recover from the injury. If you really can't hold on, go and rest first."

Ji Mo, who bandaged his wounds, gently patted the low-level officer on the shoulder. Unexpectedly, the other party shook his head firmly.

"Don't worry, Mr. Mo! This little injury is not a problem. As long as the knife in his hand is there, these rebels will not want to climb up the city!"

There is still loyalty and righteousness in the ten-household towns. Although these ordinary soldiers do not say anything bold, they are loyal to fulfilling their duties and protecting this royal city with their blood and life.

Ji Mo sighed long, feeling very ashamed. He had already seen the honor, disgrace, rise and fall thoroughly. If the Great Zhou Dynasty was destined to have reached the end of the world and had no power to turn the world back, he had nothing to say. It was just a pity that these loyal and righteous people were loyal.

"Mr., will reinforcements come to serve the king?"

After a little silence, the warrior guarding the city was a little unwilling to give up. He asked in a low voice. Others nearby also looked up at Ji Mo. The old man who had been leading them to fight was his last support now. Ji Mo looked up at the distance, stacked and rolled in clouds. At the end of the war, no new news had been heard for several days.

"Earlier, I had sent Young Master Jiu to ask for help from King Zhao... I guess he had already arrived in Zhao State at this time. If King Zhao could raise an army immediately, I hope it would be too late!"

At this moment, there is no need to hide anything in this emergency situation. Ji Mo calmly said the news. In fact, he was not sure in his heart.

However, for the guards who were almost desperate after several days of hard fighting, it was still a bit exciting after hearing this news. Even they knew that the more than ten princes in the world could really help the Zhou royal family, that is, the only people of Zhao were left. If they stood by and watched this time, it would be really over.

"It's just a pity that King Zhao Chulie has gone... I wonder if Chu Jiangmian is loyal to the royal family?"

The general Zidun came over with an uncertain tone. He and Ji Mo fought side by side, guarding the royal city together, and knew very clearly about the dilemma in front of him. Although he had a meeting with the young King Zhao in the past and had a deep impression of him. But he was very doubtful, would he raise up for the royal family to rescue him?

"When I went to Zhao State half a year ago, I had a late-night talk with King Zhao. Although I have not seen through what this young man really thinks so far, I believe that he will definitely come to Luocheng to serve the king!"

Ji Mo gave a positive answer. Whether it was to calm the morale of the army or what he really thought in his heart, this was their only hope after all. Zi Dun looked into the distance with his eyes, and the rolling dark clouds were getting closer and closer, as if they were about to crush this dangerous city.

"I hope this is the case! Mogong, the attacks of the princes' army today may be even more fierce. It's better to mobilize the people in the city to help defend the city. Otherwise, if there is any mistake, the consequences will be unimaginable."

Zi Dun observed for a moment and frowned. These vassal troops came to attack the city every day, with obvious intentions. They wanted to use this tactic to exhaust the city defending troops. If they had the opportunity to take advantage of it, they would break into the city. Even if they could not attack for a while, they would make the whole city restless. It can be said that their intentions were very vicious!

"Okay! You can select some young and strong people to help the city guards transport wooden rocks and combat equipment. Remember! Don't force yourself to drive them away... Alas!"

Ji Mo felt infinite sadness in his heart. Not only was the Great Zhou royal family no longer able to protect this world, but even the people in Luocheng could not protect it.

Zi Dun's prediction was not wrong at all. Shortly after the sun rose, the princes' army launched a new round of offensives. They used a catapult to smash the city wall into a pothole, and then shot arrows like rain. In the end, thousands of troops rushed up and wanted to use dozens of ladders to climb the city wall... However, they still failed.

For most of the hour, both sides caused certain casualties. This has become accustomed to such things in recent days, and the defenders on the city were not particularly panicked. However, when the princes retreated, before the people on the city could rescue the injured, they saw smoke and dust rising from afar, covering the sky and the sun. Everyone stopped their actions and looked in surprise and doubtful direction.

"What is that...is it a large army marching?!"

General Zi Dun couldn't help but hold the long sword in his hand tightly, murmured to himself at Ji Mo who had not retreated from the city wall. He remembered what Ji Mo said just now, but he couldn't believe that the Zhao army would come so quickly?!

At this moment, he didn't know that Ji Mo was even more surprised than him. He pushed away the guards surrounding him, climbed up to the height of the arrow tower in a few steps, put on his hand and looked at it carefully for a moment, and suddenly turned pale.

"It's not the Zhao army... it's the flag of the Qin army!"

Although Ji Mo's voice was not high, the people around him could hear it clearly. Many people couldn't help but change their faces. Even if they had no personal experience, they had heard of the ambitions of the Qin people. The country of tigers and wolves had invaded Luocheng more than ten years ago. Today, their army suddenly appeared. Without asking, there would be no good things!

"It's going to be trouble now! Mr. Mo, is it really the Qin army?"

Since he knew that he was stupid to ask this, Zi Dun couldn't help but ask with his neck tilted. Ji Mo, who was standing on the arrow tower, nodded heavily. How could he read it wrong? Under the dark clouds and sandstorms, a large group of cavalry were in front, and tens of horses galloped. The phalanx was behind the back, and the flags were waving... There were at least tens of thousands of people!

Ten years ago, he was also standing here, watching the Qin army's tiger and wolf army roaring towards him, almost overthrowing Luocheng and the royal family in one fell swoop. Today, their old tricks were repeated. Is it true that the emperor and the royal family really do not escape?
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