The Humble Family’s Daughter Has A Spatial Pocket!
Chapter 1106 - 929, Troops at the City Gates

Chapter 1106: Chapter 929, Troops at the City Gates

Xiliao suddenly launched a major war against Daxia, which was unexpected by everyone. Fortunately, Xiao Yeyang’s Hidden Guards placed in Xiliao transmitted the news back in time, allowing Xiao Yeyang to prepare in advance and preventing the Xiliao army from attacking Xiliang.

Xiliao deployed a force of 250,000 troops, and it took Xiao Yeyang three days to mobilize an equal number of soldiers to reach Xintunwei.

The two armies engaged in fierce combat at the border near Xintunwei.

In Ganzhou City, at the Xiao Residence.

Daohua was closely monitoring the development of the battle at Xintunwei every day.

Seeing her tense expression, Guo Ruomei worried it would affect her labor, and had to stay by her side to comfort her constantly: "There’s only half a month left until the birth. At this time, it’s best to avoid overthinking. If not for your own sake, think of the baby. A mother’s emotions can affect the child."

Daohua replied, "Mother, rest assured, I am aware of the limits."

Guo Ruomei knew it was impossible to keep Daohua from worrying at this time, and after thinking it over, she shared the news discovered by Chu Lang:

"Although the battle is still intertwined, Yeyang is not at a disadvantage. The casualties of Xiliao are nearly twice that of Daxia’s soldiers. I believe it won’t be long before Xiliao will retreat due to the heavy losses of their soldiers."

Daohua nodded, "I hope so."

At that moment, Chu Lang, who had gone out to gather news, entered the courtyard with a smile.

Seeing him like this, Guo Ruomei knew there must be good news and immediately asked, "Has the Daxia army won another victory?"

Chu Lang smiled and nodded: "The Xiliao forces can’t break through the fortification’s defense. Today, they’ve slain thousands of Xiliao soldiers. Furthermore, Yeyang seems to have discovered the route of Xiliao’s grain transport team, and he’s already leading the cavalry to cut off Xiliao’s army food supply."

Hearing this, Guo Ruomei’s face also showed joy: "If Yangyang really cuts off the Xiliao army’s food supply, Xiliao will have no choice but to retreat."

Chu Lang continued with a smile: "Your son is very ambitious. He doesn’t need to personally go to destroy the Xiliao army’s food supply. He wants to, after destroying it, coordinate with the soldiers in the fortification to attack the Xiliao army from both sides and completely annihilate the Xiliao troops."

Daohua sat quietly on the side, listening to their conversation. Initially, she was quite happy to hear about Xiao Yeyang’s discovery of the Xiliao grain transport route. Gradually, she began to feel a faint sense of unease.

Guo Ruomei noticed Daohua’s expression and quickly asked, "Yiyi, what’s wrong?"

Daohua frowned, "Xiao Yeyang personally attacking the Xiliao grain convoy, with no one commanding the fortification, I’m a bit worried."

Chu Lang laughed, "You young lady, don’t worry needlessly. Xiao Yeyang is comprehensive in his planning, he will surely have arranged the commanders properly."

Daohua’s brow remained furrowed, and she didn’t know whether it was because it was nearing her time to give birth, but lately, she tended to think pessimistically.

Take this situation as an example; she felt that Xiao Yeyang’s discovery of Xiliang’s grain transport route was too easy and coincidental. Xiao Yeyang’s personal involvement in the ambush made her suspect that the Xiliang people were deliberately baiting a trap.

"Could it be that Xiao Yeyang has fallen for Xiliao’s scheme?"

Guo Ruomei and Chu Lang were momentarily stunned.

Then Chu Lang laughed, "That guy is shrewd. If the Xiliao try to set him up, they should be careful not to be outmaneuvered themselves."

Thinking of Xiao Yeyang’s meticulous mind, always strategizing before acting, Daohua felt slightly reassured.

After lunch, when Daohua wanted to lie down for a while, Guo Ruomei and Chu Lang left.

After they left, Daohua found herself unable to sleep and asked her maid, Guyu, "During this time of combat, the city gates are closed. Is everything still peaceful in the city?"

Guyu laughed, "The city is as it was before, except there are a few more patrol officers on the streets. When the servant went out to buy things, she encountered them several times."

At this time, Lixia smiled and took over the conversation: "At this time, the more officers in the city, the more at ease the citizens will be."

Hearing this, a flash of insight crossed Daohua’s mind, and she stood up abruptly.

The attendant Lixia and Bi Shi were startled to see this.

"Madam, what’s wrong?"

Daohua looked urgently at Bi Shi, "Quickly, go call mother and Uncle Chu back, and Dongli as well, have him come over."

Guo Ruomei and Chu Lang had not gone far, and soon they returned.

"Yiyi, what’s the matter?"

Seeing Daohua’s pale complexion, Guo Ruomei hurriedly came forward to support her.

Daohua said to them, "Mother, Uncle Chu, I fear that the Xiliao people might attack the Ganzhou Guard."

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"The border army stationed at Ganzhou Guard has been diverted by two-thirds to Xintunwei. If the Xiliao army attacks now, the defense in Ganzhou Guard might not hold for long."

Right when Dongli arrived, he overheard this conversation and hurriedly interjected: "Madam, don’t worry. Each of the three military towns of Ganzhou Guard has left five thousand troops to hold the forts, ready to support each other. Their combat power is still formidable. Unless Xiliao can deploy another army of over fifty thousand, there will be no issue."

Seeing that Daohua’s expression remained unchanged and considering that everyone present was trustworthy, he continued: "The Crown Prince had already commanded the border army of Lanwu Guard in advance. Should Xiliao dare to attack Ganzhou Guard, the troops from Lanwu Guard will rush to our aid in time."

Upon hearing this, Daohua’s brow relaxed a bit, but she still looked at Dongli with seriousness: "I am still worried. The Western Liang army is under Xiao Yeyang’s command. If the people of Xiliao can’t handle Xiao Yeyang, they might target... family members."

With these words, Guo Ruomei, Chu Lang, and Dongli all took on a grave demeanor.

Daohua, aware that her previous words were mere conjectures, but for the safety of her child and to avoid burdening Xiao Yeyang, directly issued an order to Dongli:

"You must immediately find Lord Fan and take over the duty of guarding Ganzhou City from him. At the city gates, dispatch two hundred bodyguards to stand guard."

Lord Fan had been recently promoted by Wei Hong, and at this critical juncture, she could not trust him; if Wei Hong had colluded with the people of Xiliao, then Lord Fan would be a ticking time bomb.

Dongli immediately nodded his agreement, and without further thought, he turned and left. His only task now was to protect the elder master and the Crown Princess. Even though taking charge of Ganzhou City was somewhat irregular, he could not be concerned with that.

Guo Ruomei and Chu Lang exchanged glances; neither raised any objections.

Once Dongli had taken over the authority to control Ganzhou City from Lord Fan and the Guard Squad had been sent to the city gates, Daohua’s brows fully relaxed.

Guo Ruomei consoled her: "There, now you should be at ease. With over five thousand garrison soldiers inside the city and high walls for protection, even if the Xiliao forces were to attack, we would still be safe."

Daohua nodded, then turned her gaze to Chu Lang.

Chu Lang promptly smiled: "If there’s anything, just say it."

Daohua: "Xiao Yeyang previously purged the officials of the guard, but I’m still worried there might be some who slipped through the net. Uncle Chu, with your great skills, could you please help keep watch? I’m afraid the enemy might orchestrate a plot from both inside and outside."

Chu Lang nodded earnestly: "I will pay attention," he said. Looking at Daohua with a smile, he added, "You are indeed very thorough in your thinking."

Daohua smiled: "I had no choice, I’ve read too many stories. Some very powerful people fell because they overlooked minor details, leading to complete failure."

Chu Lang turned to Guo Ruomei: "To ease this young lady’s mind, I’ll go out and investigate right now. You stay here to keep her company."

Watching Chu Lang leave, Daohua finally set her mind at rest.

"Oh!"

The child in her belly suddenly kicked Daohua.

Guo Ruomei quickly supported Daohua to recline on the couch, asking, "Are you okay?"

Daohua shook her head, forcing a weary smile: "Mother, I’m fine, just a bit tired and would like to sleep for a while."

Guo Ruomei’s words carried a hint of reproach: "You are always worried about this and that; it’s no wonder you’re tired. If you want to sleep, sleep. I’m too lazy to go back to my courtyard, so I’ll just stay here with you."

Daohua expressed her gratitude: "Thank you for your troubles, mother." With that, she closed her eyes and soon fell asleep.

Chu Lang did not return until late at night.

Seeing that Daohua was sleeping soundly, Guo Ruomei went to meet Chu Lang in the outer room. Noticing Chu Lang’s grave expression, her heart gave a lurch: "What happened?"

Chu Lang did not answer immediately: "Is Yan girl asleep?"

Guo Ruomei nodded.

Only then did Chu Lang speak in a lowered voice: "Yan girl’s prediction was right. Just now, Dongli and I caught two suspicious individuals at the city gates."

"After interrogation, we found out they are Wei Hong’s men, planning to open the gates when the Xiliao forces attack Ganzhou City and coordinate an inside-outside attack."

Upon hearing this, Guo Ruomei’s heart skipped a beat.

Amid some bustling noise, Daohua slowly opened her eyes, notable discomfort on her face as she sat up, seeing that it was still pitch-dark outside.

Guyu and Lixia heard the commotion and hurriedly came in: "Madam, you’re awake."

Daohua asked: "Why is it so noisy outside?"

Guyu hesitated, then told the truth: "Madam, the Xiliao forces have surrounded Ganzhou City."