0p0 Chapter 272 The Day the Rain Stopped
Chapter 272 The Day the Rain Stopped
the other side.
"Let's go, the sky is finally clear."
The man in plain clothes walked breathlessly on the muddy mountain road, stopping from time to time to rest and looking back to greet his companions behind him.
It has been raining for such a long time and it finally stopped for a day. We must hurry and travel while we can.
"It's coming, it's coming. Why are you rushing me?"
His companion behind him looked up impatiently and responded, then reached out to wipe the sweat from his forehead.
After getting the response, the man in plain clothes took a step forward.
However, the road soaked by rain suddenly became loose, and he slipped and fell to the ground.
"Are you OK."
Seeing this, the plain-clothed man's companion hurried over, helped him up, and asked him with concern.
The man shook his head and looked forward, only to be horrified.
A bloodless human leg suddenly appeared where he had stepped on empty air.
It looks like he has been here for a long time.
Even though they were brave, they were frightened by this scene. They didn't care about the front, back, left, or right and ran back in the direction they came from.
"It's like God knew there would be a competition today."
"Yes, I heard that he is still competing with General Zhu Nengzhu."
The competition between Hu Wei and Zhu Neng is not big, but also not small.
Zhu Yuanzhang deliberately chose a rare day when the rain had stopped and set the venue for the competition in the parade ground of the military camp outside the city.
Early in the morning, curious soldiers gathered around, waiting to watch the fun.
Zhu Neng's martial arts and bravery were unrivaled among the three armies, and there was no one in the army who did not admire him.
When they heard that someone dared to challenge Zhu Neng, they naturally became interested.
"Is this the military camp in the capital?"
It was almost noon when Hu Wei, led by Zhu Ming, swaggered in, carrying the saber that had been with him for more than ten years.
He looked around for a while, looking at these so-called elite troops who were guarding the capital, and there was contempt in his words.
"You officers and soldiers are not that good."
These people were much worse than he had imagined.
"You are also a general now, so be careful."
When Zhu Ming heard Hu Wei's words, he coughed awkwardly and gave a reminder in a low voice.
"His Royal Highness."
The officers and soldiers whose attention was attracted by Hu Wei, seeing Zhu Ming in front of him, bowed and saluted, then stepped aside and made way.
As the challenger this time, Zhu Ming naturally would not damage his momentum. He nodded slightly and walked from among them to the top viewing platform.
“It’s quite a grand occasion.”
Seeing these people showing such respect to Zhu Ming, Hu Wei started to tease him again.
"That's the general that the emperor's grandson brought with him, right?"
Hu Wei's extremely strong physique and the aura of the king of beasts made these officers and soldiers subconsciously look over.
Even though they knew Zhu Neng's abilities very well, they still felt a little suspenseful after seeing Hu Wei.
If it was this general, he might actually be able to defeat their General Zhu Neng.
Seeing these officers and soldiers pointing fingers at him and looking at the fear in their eyes, the already arrogant Hu Wei raised his head even more.
He was very satisfied with these people's reactions.
"His Royal Highness Prince Yan has arrived."
Before Zhu Ming could sit down firmly, another voice came from among the soldiers.
The officers and soldiers who were discussing just now lined up in an instant, retreated to both sides, and stood still.
Prince of Yan Zhu Di, wearing a heavy silver-white armor and a sword at his waist, strode through them.
As the commander-in-chief of the three armies, Prince of Yan Zhu Di's prestige in the army is self-evident.
Zhu Neng was also wearing heavy black armor and holding a spear, guarding behind Zhu Di.
Different from the previous time when he faced Zhu Ming, his expression at this moment was solemn and full of murderous intent.
It was not until he saw Zhu Di and Zhu Neng appear that Hu Wei restrained his disdainful expression and started to be serious.
"My little nephew, you're here really early."
Zhu Di walked up to Zhu Ming and smiled at him.
But there was no trace of smile on that smiling face.
After testing Hu Wei's ability last time, he knew that this would be a fierce battle.
What they represent is the majesty of these three armed forces.
Zhu Ming's momentum also weakened a bit in front of him.
"I dare not keep my fourth uncle waiting for long."
He stood up and saluted Zhu Di.
"I don't know if General Hu Wei is ready."
Zhu Di nodded and turned to look at Hu Wei behind Zhu Ming.
When he saw the saber he was carrying, a hint of coldness flashed in his eyes.
Zhu Ming also knew that the protagonists today were not him and Zhu Di, but Hu Wei and Zhu Neng.
Sit back in your seat quietly.
"anytime."
Hu Wei thrust the saber into the ground, three inches deep, and responded confidently.
"Looking at the sky, it's almost time."
Zhu Di raised his head and looked at the still dark sky.
Although the sun cannot be seen, I can vaguely see that it is almost noon.
The officers and soldiers around had been waiting here for a whole morning, and their excitement had reached its peak.
"Your Majesty, the last general invites you to fight."
Upon hearing this, Zhu Neng immediately stood out from behind Zhu Di and looked at Hu Wei with a firm gaze.
Hu Wei was equally fearless. He looked at Zhu Neng, and a tense situation was brewing between the two.
"It seems that both generals can no longer hold back."
Seeing this, Zhu Di laughed a little more.
Even he, a prince, was aroused by Hu Wei and Zhu Neng to fight.
"Wait a minute, wait a minute."
He raised his hand and was about to announce the start of the competition, when there was another commotion outside the military camp.
Zhu Ming and Zhu Di turned around at the same time and looked outside the military camp.
I saw four imperial guards in armor and armed with sharp weapons, leading the way in front, and behind them were several palace maids holding flower baskets and scattering flower petals along the way.
“What a grand ceremony.”
Zhu Ming looked at this scene and couldn't help but mutter in his heart.
This man's appearance was even more grand than his and Zhu Di's.
Even in the capital, there is only one person who would do this.
"What are the people from the East Palace doing here?"
Zhu Di also looked at the Crown Princess with some confusion as she slowly walked over surrounded by the crowd.
Today's matter is between herself and Zhu Ming, why does she, the Eastern Palace, come to interfere?
"Fourth Uncle, Ming'er, I heard that you guys are having a competition today. Can I bring Yun Wen to watch?"
Crown Princess Lu led Zhu Yunwen to Zhu Ming and Zhu Di and asked with a smile.
But even though she asked this, she had already sat down.
"of course can."
Zhu Ming and Zhu Di responded in unison, but they were still secretly complaining in their hearts.
Now that you are here, we can't send you back.
"Thank you very much."
The Crown Princess nodded with satisfaction, then quietly took Zhu Yunwen to sit aside.
If Zhu Ming and Prince Yan were to fight, how could she, the people from the Eastern Palace, not be watching?
Just by hearing what happened, she had roughly guessed the intentions of the two.
Emotionally, she still hopes that Zhu Di can win.