lcionline Chapter 1120 is all there
Chapter 1120 is all there
The gates of Yanmen Pass slowly opened, and the sun shone through the clouds onto the city walls, dispelling the gloom that had lingered for days. The city's inhabitants, carrying their elderly and children, lined the streets, holding flowers and fine wine in their hands, their faces filled with the joy of having survived a catastrophe. As Shen Ce led his army slowly into the city, the people erupted in thunderous cheers, the cheers echoing in every corner of Yanmen Pass. "Thank you, General, for saving our lives!" "You are mighty, General!" "With you here, we are no longer afraid of the Northern Di barbarians!" The people handed the flowers and fine wine in their hands to the soldiers, who responded with smiles, their faces full of pride. Astride his warhorse, Shen Ce looked at the cheering people before him, and a warm feeling welled up in his heart. All the hard work and sacrifices of these days seemed worth it in this moment. Zhou Wu, standing beside Shen Ce, surveyed the scene in the city and said with emotion, "General, you have truly saved Yanmen Pass and the people of the Northern Frontier! If you hadn't arrived in time, Yanmen Pass would have been breached by the Northern Di long ago." Shen Ce nodded slightly, his voice a hint of fatigue. "This is what I should do. Protecting our country and our people is our duty as soldiers." To celebrate the lifting of the siege of Yanmen Pass and to reward the soldiers for their hard work, Zhou Wu proposed a celebratory banquet at Zuixianlou, the city's largest restaurant. Shen Ce initially declined, believing it wasn't the time to celebrate. Although the Northern Di had fled, they were sure to return. The most urgent task was to strengthen Yanmen Pass's defenses and replenish its supplies and manpower. However, unable to resist the repeated persuasion of Zhou Wu and his fellow soldiers, he agreed. That evening, Zuixianlou was festooned with lights and vibrant lights, a scene of vibrant activity. The restaurant was filled with tables laden with sumptuous dishes, including roasted whole lamb, stewed beef, braised fish, and a variety of fine wines. Soldiers and city officials sat together, drinking heartily and discussing the day's battles. The atmosphere was very lively. Shen Ce sat in the main seat, flanked by Zhou Wu, Zhao Hu, and others. He had been fighting for days and was already exhausted, with a look of weariness on his face. Zhou Wu kept toasting Shen Ce, offering words of praise and gratitude: "General, you fought bravely today! Not only did you repel the Northern Di cavalry, but you also injured Agula. This is an unprecedented feat! I offer you a toast, and I wish you a speedy pacification of the Northern Di and a triumphant return to the capital!" Shen Ce took the glass and took a sip. The wine was pungent, and it slid down his throat, bringing a burning sensation. He rarely drank, but after a few glasses, he felt dizzy and the scene before his eyes began to blur. "General, are you tired? Why don't you take a break first?" Zhao Hu noticed Shen Ce's discomfort and asked with concern. Shen Ce shook his head and said with all his strength: "I'm fine. It's rare for everyone to be so happy. Let's continue drinking." As he spoke, he picked up the wine glass again and wanted to take another sip. But at this moment, he felt a black screen in front of his eyes, and his body fell forward uncontrollably. With a "bang", Shen Ce fell heavily to the ground. The noise around him disappeared instantly, and everyone's eyes were focused on him. "General!" Zhou Wu, Zhao Hu and others' faces changed drastically, and they hurriedly stood up and stepped forward to support him. In a panic, someone accidentally touched the helmet on Shen Ce's head. The helmet fell to the ground with a "clang", and his long black hair cascaded down like a waterfall, scattered on his shoulders. When everyone saw Shen Ce's face clearly, the whole restaurant instantly fell into a dead silence. It was a beautiful face with willow-shaped eyebrows, almond-shaped eyes, a high nose bridge, and pink lips. Although it looked a little pale due to the continuous battles, it still couldn't hide its charming appearance. What's more rare is that in this beauty, there is also a bit of heroism, which makes people never forget it after seeing it for the first time. Zhou Wu opened his mouth wide, pointed at Shen Ce, and stammered: "General... General, you... you are a woman?" His voice was filled with incredible shock, and his whole body was shaking slightly. Not only Zhou Wu, but everyone present was stunned. They couldn't believe that the Zhenbei General who was brave and fearless on the battlefield, killed countless Beidi soldiers, and injured Beidi Khan Agula, was actually a woman! Shen Ce sat on the ground, looking at the shocked eyes of the crowd, a trace of helplessness flashed in his eyes, and then he smiled bitterly. At this point, there was no need for her to hide it anymore. She slowly raised her head, her eyes sweeping over everyone present, and softly said, "Yes, my real name is Shen Qinglan, not Shen Ce. I am a woman." "A woman? The general is actually a woman!" "How is this possible? How can a woman lead troops into battle, and fight so bravely?" "It's incredible, I can't believe my eyes!" The restaurant erupted again, and soldiers and officials began to discuss, their faces filled with shock and confusion. Shen Qinglan took a deep breath, slowly stood up, adjusted her armor, and then walked to the front of the crowd, softly recounting her life story. "My father was a general at the border, named Shen Yi. Three years ago, the Northern Di invaded in large numbers. My father led the soldiers to fight hard, but because he was outnumbered, he died on the battlefield." Shen Qinglan's voice was choked with sobs, and a trace of grief flashed in her eyes. "I will never forget that day. I saw my father's body being carried back. His body was covered with knife wounds, and his armor was stained red with blood. From that moment on, I was determined to avenge my father and to protect the territory that my father exchanged his life for." She paused and continued, "I followed my father in martial arts since I was a child and read military books. My father also often taught me some principles of marching and fighting. After my father died, I disguised myself as a man, changed my name to Shen Ce, and joined the army. Over the years, I have been I worked hard to hone my martial arts and learn more about military tactics, all so that one day I would have the opportunity to lead troops to fight against the Northern Di and avenge my father. "The court was recruiting generals this time, and I knew my chance had come. I volunteered, and unexpectedly, Minister Li actually recommended me. His Majesty also trusted me, appointing me as the General Zhenbei and letting me lead the troops to war." Shen Qinglan's eyes became firm. "I know that as a woman, leading troops to war will encounter many doubts and difficulties. But I didn't back down, because I have my country and the people in my heart. I want to use my actions to prove that women can also lead troops to fight and protect their country!" Everyone listened to Shen Qinglan's story quietly, and the shock on their faces was gradually replaced by emotion. They didn't expect Shen Qinglan to have such a tragic life experience, let alone that she had made such a great sacrifice for her country and her father. Zhou Wu was the first to react. He knelt on one knee with a "thump", clasped his fists towards Shen Qinglan and said: