King of Hundred Victories Saber-Chapter 429 - 162: The Legacy of the General’s Family: Qi Meizhen’s Brilliant Military Strategy, Bai Zhi’s Reversed Feelings (Part 5)
That night, after Shi Feiyang retreated, Bai Zhi could no longer calm her restless heart.
She sat alone in the tent, constantly envisioning Shi Feiyang’s heroic demeanor and handsome visage.
The dominance he exuded when exhibiting the Tathagata Divine Palm, his composed steadiness in the face of danger, were deeply imprinted in her mind.
Bai Zhi’s heart raced like a startled deer, a feeling she had never known quietly sprouted at the bottom of her heart, causing her to toss and turn, unable to sleep.
Shi Feiyang, carrying Qi Meizhen, was like a black lightning bolt cutting across the sky, while Xie Wen, carrying Shi Xiong, resembled a light wisp of smoke drifting in the wind. The two flew back to the Heroic Sakura Association’s base with the speed of a storm.
At that moment, the campfires blazed intensely, their tongues of flame licking the night sky, coloring everything around in a deep red.
The tents were distributed in an organized manner, and occasionally, a few strands of cooking smoke rose gracefully, drifting slowly in the silent air.
A gentle breeze brushed past, bringing with it the distinctive fresh scent of the mountainous forest.
The heroes, such as "Iron Palm" Wu Zhong, "Divine Archer" Miao Menlong, "Water Dragon" Jin Liufu, "Plum Blossom Dart" Shan Zhi, and "Iron Flute Scholar" Xiang Kun, had been eagerly awaiting their return and dashed swiftly into Shi Feiyang’s tent when they saw them arrive.
Inside the tent, the candlelight flickered.
The dim lamplight wavered under the caressing breeze, casting shadows of the crowd onto the tent walls, a play of shadows.
Qi Meizhen’s pretty face flushed, like a peach blossom blooming vividly in spring, as she shyly sat beside Shi Feiyang, her gaze tender and affectionate, as if nothing else existed in the world but Shi Feiyang’s figure.
Xie Wen and Shi Xiong stood before everyone, energetically recounting the adventure of their scouting mission.
Outside the tent, the night was deep, occasionally punctuated by the low growls of unidentified wild beasts, adding to the mysterious ambiance.
Xie Wen, animated with gestures, his words tumbling out like a waterfall, said: "Brothers, if only you had seen Flying Tiger Pass, nature’s masterpiece, as treacherous as a bottomless pit and soaring high into the clouds! The path was so narrow that a single misstep could lead to a shattered body. However, our Grand Squad Leader, Shi Feiyang, is essentially a divine being! Even faced with Bai Zhi’s bewildering witchcraft and the swarming Poison Spider People, the Leader remained impressively calm. With a loud roar, he unleashed astonishing martial arts, momentarily dazzling with light and shaking the ground till it collapsed. The witchcraft dissipated instantly, and the Poison Spider People fled in panic, running wildly in all directions! That scene, I’ll never forget in my lifetime! The Grand Squad Leader’s martial prowess is simply unprecedented!"
Shi Xiong was nodding vigorously to the side, his eyes wide as saucers, exclaiming with excitement: "Exactly, exactly, I was blown away at that time. The Grand Squad Leader was like the War God descending from the heavens, majestic and invincible! Those Poison Spider People and witchcraft were like nothing in front of him, falling apart at the slightest touch!"
Everyone listened in awe, faces full of shock, then erupted into enthusiastic applause.
The atmosphere in the tent was lively, and everyone’s face appeared particularly exhilarated in the candlelight.
"Iron Palm" Wu Zhong clasped his hands in respect, saying in admiration: "The Grand Squad Leader’s divine skill is unmatched, we’re utterly impressed! With such martial skills, he will surely lead our Heroic Sakura Association to dominate the Jianghu, intimidating all corners!"
"Divine Archer" Miao Menlong also spoke excitedly: "The Grand Squad Leader’s martial skills are like the descent of a Celestial God, with him present, there is nothing our Heroic Sakura Association cannot achieve!"
Shi Feiyang lightly nodded, wearing a modest smile, and said: "Thank you for the compliments, I merely did what I could and won by chance."
Immediately after, Shi Feiyang and the heroes began discussing strategies for capturing Flying Tiger Pass. Outside the tent, the night wind blew, producing a "whooshing" sound.
As he spoke, he spread out paper, picked up a brush, and swiftly sketched the map of Flying Tiger Pass with strokes racing like dragons and snakes.
On the map, the perilous terrain of Flying Tiger Pass was clearly depicted, surrounded by mountains with towering cliffs, and a winding little path leading to the lofty pass. Everyone scrutinized the map, brows furrowed, with troubled looks.
Facing such a dangerous pass, with those thirty-six rolling logs and stones, and the thousands of arrows raining down from above, it truly posed a thorny issue.
For a moment, everyone fell into contemplation, at a loss for a solution.
At this moment, Qi Meizhen, who had been quietly sitting aside, her beautiful eyes sparkling with thought. Since childhood, following her father, an Anti-Japanese War Hero, through battles, she was influenced and had unique insights into military moves.
Suddenly, inspiration flashed through her mind, and she stood up, announcing with determination: "My fellow heroes, I have an idea! Since childhood, I’ve been following my father fighting the Japanese pirates, and I know a bit about formations. Let’s try upgrading the Mandarin Duck Array to the ’Six Harmonies Saber Array.’ If we select three hundred and sixty elite disciples and arrange them according to this formation, working together, we can certainly break through Flying Tiger Pass’s thirty-six rolling logs and stones."
Everyone widened their eyes at Qi Meizhen, expressions of amazement and admiration all over their faces.
The tent fell so silent that only the crackling of the burning candle could be heard.
"Iron Flute Scholar" Xiang Kun was the first to commend: "Miss Qi, you truly possess both civil and martial talents! Your military mind is truly admirable! ’Six Harmonies Saber Array,’ it sounds formidable!"
"Water Dragon" Jin Liufu nodded along: "Indeed, indeed, Miss Qi’s idea is absolutely brilliant! Truly worthy of being the descendant of a famous general, this insight leaves us rough men in awe!"
