Daming: After self-explosive time travel, Lao Zhu's mentality collapsed

Chu Ze shouted harshly, unwilling to watch his subordinates sacrifice in vain.

But Lu Bing seemed not to hear it. He still turned his back to Chu Ze and rushed towards the enemy.

"Your Majesty, you are the backbone of the Ming Dynasty. You must not fail in any way!"

His voice was sonorous and powerful, full of determination to face death head on.

"As long as we live, we will serve Your Majesty wholeheartedly! It is my honor to fight to the death for you today!"

"Since a man has been born in troubled times, how can he not sacrifice his life for his country?"

"Your Majesty, please leave! Please don't let me down!"

"Lu Bing——!"

Chu Ze roared in pain as he watched his loyal guards charge into the enemy camp and disappear without a trace.

At that moment, he wished he could rush forward, fight side by side with his subordinates, and live and die together.

However, reason eventually prevailed. As an emperor, how could he give up so easily?

If I die here, who can lead the remaining Song army to break out?

Who else can return to the capital, be loyal to the country, and support the society?

Chu Ze gritted his teeth, his eyes were red and blood was almost coming out of the corners of his eyes.

"Lu Bing, just wait! I swear, I will come back and collect your body with my own hands!"

"In the next life, I will still be your master! And you will still be my guard!"

"We, the king and his subjects, will never be separated!"

Before he finished speaking, Chu Ze kicked his horse and galloped back the way he came, leading the remaining soldiers.

Behind him, Lu Bing fought alone against a thousand enemies in a bloody battle.

Wherever his spear pointed, the enemy was defeated.

However, no matter how strong a fighter is, he cannot withstand the tactics of human wave.

Finally, surrounded by countless enemy troops, this loyal and brave guard fell to the ground with wounds all over his body.

His dying roar echoed between heaven and earth.

"Your Majesty, take care."

Chu Ze listened to the noise behind him and burst into tears.

He understood that another loyal subordinate had died for him.

How could such a foolish monarch repay this blood debt?

One step, two steps, a thousand steps, ten thousand steps.

The sound of horse hooves seemed to knock on Chu Ze's heart.

Every step was so heavy.

Every step is filled with grief, anger and self-blame.

Finally, under the cover of the soldiers, Chu Ze escaped from the enemy's encirclement.

However, the price was heavy.

Tens of thousands of Song troops were almost wiped out.

In the huge military camp, there were only a few hundred scattered people left.

Looking at this defeated army, Chu Ze felt heartbroken.

He slumped to the ground, unable to suppress his grief any longer.

"It's all my fault. I didn't know the enemy well enough and I underestimated him."

"The soldiers died in vain, and Lu Bing died for me."

"I am such a tyrant!"

Chu Ze beat his chest and stamped his feet, tears streaming down his face.

The soldiers saw this and were all moved.

It is an honor to lose!
As the emperor, he did not hesitate to kneel down and apologize for his subjects.

Such a wise ruler is worthy of their following with their lives!

"Your Majesty, victory and defeat are common in the military, why should you worry about it?"

An old veteran helped Chu Ze up and consoled him earnestly.

"The most urgent task now is to return to Beijing as soon as possible to report and regroup."

"Once the army is reorganized, it won't be too late to settle accounts with those barbarians!"

"The old general is right!"

Chu Ze wiped the tears from the corners of his eyes and stood up again.

He looked around with a determined gaze.

"My dear ministers, I swear here!"

"When I return to the capital, I will definitely rectify the government and purge the treacherous officials!"

"Then we will use the whole country's strength to fight against the barbarians and avenge the dead soldiers!"

"Return our rivers and mountains to us, and defend our land!"

"We, your Majesty, are willing to die for you!"

The remaining soldiers knelt on the ground and responded in unison.

Although they were defeated generals, they were all full of fighting spirit.

With such unity between the emperor and his subjects, what difficulties can the Ming Dynasty not overcome?
Is there any enemy that cannot be defeated?
Just like that, with a heart full of indignation and endless determination, Chu Ze led the remaining soldiers and set out on the journey back to Beijing in a mighty manner.

Along the way, they traveled day and night without sleep, fearing that if they delayed for a moment, the enemy would take advantage of the opportunity and attack Huanglong.

However, bad news always comes so suddenly.

Less than a hundred miles away from the capital, a bloody news came.

"The capital city has been lost!"

Among the remaining soldiers, there were several who escaped from the capital.

They brought this shocking news.

"The Mongolian cavalry and the Xixia cavalry joined forces to raid the capital!"

"The defenders in the city were outnumbered and quickly collapsed."

"The enemy army slaughtered the capital with blood, and the depths of the imperial palace became a living hell."

"The Queen Mother and the Crown Prince, I'm afraid they have already..."

"No!"

Chu Ze's heart-wrenching roar shook the sky.

He could not believe that the beautiful land that he had guarded with so much difficulty fell into the hands of the enemy overnight.

His beloved wife and children were killed by the enemy and they could never see each other again!
"I will kill them. I will kill those damn barbarians!"

Chu Ze was filled with grief and anger, his eyes were blurred with tears.

He drew out his sword and pointed it in the direction of the capital.

"Everyone, follow me back to the capital! We swear to defend our last homeland to the death!"

"Charge into the palace! Avenge the Queen Mother and the Crown Prince!"

"Your Majesty is wise! We are willing to sacrifice our lives for you, even at the cost of our lives!"

The remaining soldiers were excited and ready to fight.

Even though they are at the end of their strength, what is there to fear for the sake of their country?
At this moment, a familiar voice suddenly sounded.

"slow!"

I saw a figure in white clothes walking slowly towards me.

Fairy Yanyu appeared at some point and stood in front of Chu Ze.

"Are you going to die? With the few men you have now?"

She said coldly, her tone leaving no room for doubt.

"Fairy!"

Chu Ze's face changed, and he said anxiously: "The capital is in danger, we can't afford to delay!"

"Even if I have to die, I will do it!"

"I think you've lost your mind!"

Fairy Yanyu scolded rudely.

"Have you ever thought that if you die on the battlefield, the Ming Dynasty will really be destroyed!"

"By then, how much suffering will millions of ordinary people have to endure?"

These words hit Chu Ze's heart directly.

He instantly became much more sober, and his violent temper gradually calmed down.

Yes, I am the ruler of the world and shoulder the heavy trust of the people.

How can we act rashly and ignore the people of the world because of a momentary impulse?

"Then according to the fairy's opinion, what should we do?"

Chu Ze took a deep breath and forced himself to calm down.

"What should we do? Of course we should ask for help!"

Fairy Yanyu replied with a firm look in her eyes.

"The enemy is strong and we are weak now. A rash attack will only lead to our death."

"Only by seeking help from allies can we turn the situation around and regain our territory!"

"Allies? But who can fight alongside us?"

Chu Ze hesitated, his heart full of doubts.

"Jiangnan Water Village, and the Five Mountains Sword Sect!"

Fairy Yanyu said slowly.

"The Water Stronghold and the Sword Sect have always been at odds with the imperial court. But facing the threats from Mongolia and Western Xia, they have no choice but to cooperate with you."

"As long as we promise them huge benefits, they will turn against us and become our helpers!"

After saying this, Fairy Yanyu looked at Chu Ze meaningfully.

Chu Ze's heart moved, and he instantly understood the deep meaning.

"I understand!"

He nodded heavily and made a decision immediately.

"The fairy is right. The most urgent task right now is to seek help from allies as soon as possible."

"Order the entire army to march south immediately, day and night, straight to the south of the Yangtze River!"

At the command, the remaining soldiers were greatly encouraged.

With a clear goal, they rekindled their hope.

In this way, Chu Ze led the remaining troops and, under the guidance of Fairy Yanyu, set out on the road to the south. (End of this chapter)