Why My Domineering Prince Regretted Filing for Divorce?-Chapter 822 - 618: Snow Flies in October in Hu Tian (Part 3)

"Emergency military report?"

Upon hearing these four words, the faces of several people were visibly shaken.

At this time, especially in Tongguan, receiving an emergency military report must be no small matter!

Yu Wenqian and Yu Wenye exchanged a glance, both silently nodding, and Yu Wenqian immediately said, "Take us into the city and have Chu Zhengfei come to see us at once!"

"Yes!"

Ba Ying accepted the order, hurriedly leading the group into Tongguan, then directed his subordinates to guide the soldiers they brought along another path into the barracks at the city gate.

This pass was not unfamiliar to either Yu Wenye and Shang Ruyi, who had once passed through here, or to Yu Wenqian. Even if the sky darkened and only Ba Ying held a torch to lead the way, the two of them, along with the people behind them, proceeded with unwavering focus and soon arrived at the county government.

However, they did not immediately enter.

Because right in front of the county government was the military camp guarding Tongguan. Although the distance was not too close, and the sky had grown darker than before, they could still clearly see torches lit throughout the camp and many people moving back and forth. The cold air even carried faint traces of a bloody scent.

This smell and atmosphere were not unfamiliar to Yu Wenye.

Yu Wenqian also silently furrowed his brows.

The two exchanged a glance and said nothing more, simply entering the county government. Inside, the lights were bright, clearly indicating that Chu Zhengfei had long been prepared to welcome them. From the other side of the reception hall, the aroma of some food and wine could even be discerned.

Yet, at this moment, no one had the mind for such things.

The group entered the assembly hall, and Yu Wenqian and Yu Wenye took the two foremost seats without hesitation, followed by Yu Mingyue, Shang Ruyi, Shen Wuzheng, and several other deputy generals and assistants taking their places accordingly. As soon as they settled, heavy footsteps could be heard from outside, bringing in a gust of wind mixed with a bloody scent. Looking up, they saw Chu Zhengfei, clad in full armor, hastily walking in.

Seeing them, Chu Zhengfei entered the hall and immediately bowed in greeting, "This humble servant pays respects to Prince Han, to Prince Qin, and to Princess Qin."

After speaking, he glanced at Yu Mingyue, who was seated next to Yu Wenqian, but made no further gestures.

At this moment, no one pursued the matter, even though their keen eyes noted his momentary hesitation clearly. Yu Wenye was the first to speak, urgently asking, "Mr. Chu, what happened?" 𝓯𝙧𝓮𝓮𝒘𝓮𝙗𝙣𝒐𝒗𝒆𝓵.𝓬𝓸𝒎

Chu Zhengfei’s expression was grave as he clasped his hands and said, "Your Highnesses, the team I dispatched earlier to support Prince Qi has just returned, badly defeated!"

"What!?"

Upon hearing this, everyone in the hall was shocked.

Yu Wenye’s brow immediately furrowed, but before he could speak, Yu Wenqian urgently asked, "What happened? Speak clearly!"

Chu Zhengfei replied, "To report to Prince Han, recently Chang An sent an urgent message instructing Prince Qi to remain stationed upon receiving the letter and not to pass through Tongguan. Thus, Prince Qi’s forces prepared to reroute through Yicheng. But unexpectedly, Wang Shaoji’s troops appeared and attacked just as they were preparing to enter Yicheng. Prince Qi’s forces were scattered and are currently trapped in a valley ten miles southwest of the city, unable to escape."

"Have Wang Shaoji’s troops been following him all along?"

Upon hearing this, Yu Wenye’s face darkened further, "He didn’t know?!"

Chu Zhengfei’s face also stiffened, yet he could not offer a response.

The entire hall felt even heavier upon hearing these words—previously, the military report from Taiyuan mentioned that Yu Wencheng led his forces away from Taiyuan in defeat, but now the situation was clearer. Not only had they suffered a great defeat in Taiyuan, but they were also in a state of retreat all the way to Tongguan, with Yu Wencheng still unable to shake off Wang Shaoji’s pursuit!

Yu Wenqian thought for a moment and immediately asked, "And your troops—?"

Chu Zhengfei said, "Upon learning the news, I immediately dispatched two thousand cavalry to provide support, but they were repelled by Wang Shaoji’s forces. Now, Prince Qi’s situation remains unknown, and furthermore—"

"What else?"

"Just now, another military report came in from the front, indicating that a team seems to be approaching Zhiguan Pass along the Taihang line; additionally, it appears that the Western Turks are also sending additional troops towards Taiyuan."

"...!"

Upon hearing these words, the entire hall fell silent.