Peach Blossoms in Chang'an

Chapter 119 Firm Belief

Hu Bugui took a deep breath and suppressed the surging emotions in his heart. The urgent letter from the border was like a huge rock, weighing heavily on his heart. Outside the window, the night in Chang'an City was dark, as if it also foreshadowed the coming of a storm.

"Taotao, there is no time to lose. I must rush to the border as soon as possible." Hu Bugui turned around and held Wu Tao's hand, his tone firm and urgent.

Wu Tao did not hesitate at all, with a firm and resolute look in his eyes, "I will go with you."

Hu Bugui was slightly stunned. He knew Wu Tao's determination and that the journey to the border was long and the war was ruthless, but he also understood that he needed Wu Tao's company and support at this moment.

"Okay." Hu Bugui shook Wu Tao's hand firmly, his eyes full of gratitude and tenderness.

The next morning, before daybreak, the gates of Chang'an slowly opened. Teams of soldiers, wearing armor and holding long spears, walked out of the city gate in an orderly manner and headed towards the distant border. The leader was Hu Bugui, who was riding on a black horse. He was tall and straight, with sharp eyes and a kingly aura. Beside him, Wu Tao was dressed in military uniform, looking heroic and brave, without any sign of weakness.

Along the way, they slept in the open and traveled day and night. The situation at the border was changing rapidly and there was no time to delay. The news that Hu Bugui and Wu Tao were at the front spread quickly throughout the military camp like a warm current. The soldiers were in high spirits. They saw hope and the dawn of victory.

After arriving at the border, Hu Bugui immediately summoned his generals to discuss military situation. He carefully analyzed the enemy's situation and formulated a thorough battle plan. He was calm and composed, and had a clear understanding of the battlefield situation.

"The enemy is coming with great force. We must focus on defense and wait for the right opportunity to act." Hu Bugui pointed at the map, his tone steady and powerful.

"Your Highness is wise!" All the generals responded in unison, full of admiration for Hu Bugui's military talents.

Soon, the enemy launched a fierce attack. The deafening sound of war drums resounded through the sky, and the rain of arrows covered the sky like locusts. Facing the crazy attack of the enemy, Hu Bugui remained calm and commanded with confidence. He deployed troops and used various tactics flexibly to resolve the enemy's offensive time and time again.

However, the enemy was numerous and the Tang army gradually felt exhausted with their attacks. Seeing that the enemy was about to break through the city gate, at the critical moment, Hu Bugui and Wu Tao's eyes met, and they both knew in their hearts that they must not let the enemy succeed.

"Pass the order down, prepare..." A gleam of light flashed in Hu Bugui's eyes, and his tone was firm and decisive.

"... Pass the order down, prepare to activate 'Thunder'!" Hu Bugui's eyes flashed with a gleam of light, and his tone was firm and decisive. When the word "Thunder" came out, all the generals were stunned, and then their eyes ignited with blazing fire. This "Thunder" was the new weapon developed by Wu Tao with great effort. It was extremely powerful and had never been used on the battlefield before.

Wu Tao, wearing silver soft armor, stood on the tower in a heroic manner, personally directing the deployment of the "Thunder". Her delicate hands were seen operating the mechanism quickly, and accompanied by bursts of low roars, one "Thunder" after another was launched, drawing perfect arcs in the air and accurately falling into the enemy camp.

"Boom! Boom! Boom!" Deafening explosions sounded one after another, flames shot up into the sky, thick smoke billowed, and the enemy's formation was in chaos, with countless casualties. Seeing this, the Tang army soldiers on the tower were greatly encouraged and burst into thunderous cheers.

"The princess is mighty! The princess is mighty!"

Wu Tao remained calm and continued to command the "Thunder" attack, breaking up the enemy's attacks again and again. She knew very well that this war was not only about the victory or defeat between the two countries, but also about the lives and happiness of countless people.

An old general who had experienced many battles stood beside Hu Bugui. He was so excited that tears streamed down his face as he looked at the incredible scene before him. He said in a trembling voice, "Your Highness, the princess is truly a genius! Once this 'Thunder' is released, the enemy army will surely be routed!"

Hu Bugui looked at Wu Tao's slender but tough figure, his eyes full of pride and love. He knew that Wu Tao was not only his wife, but also his comrade-in-arms and his soul mate.

"Pass the order down, all troops attack!" Hu Bugui drew the sword at his waist, pointed it in the direction of the enemy, and his voice resounded through the sky like a huge bell.

The Tang army soldiers were encouraged and rushed out of the city gate like a tiger descending from the mountain, engaging in a desperate fight with the enemy. The shouts of killing shook the sky, the sound of swords clashing was endless, and the blood dyed the earth red. This war entered the most tragic stage... The drums of war were like thunder, the shouts of killing shook the sky, and the Tang army was like a tiger descending from the mountain, unstoppable. Hu Bugui led the way, his black armor glowing coldly under the bloody sunset, and the long sword in his hand was like a poisonous snake spitting out its tongue, reaping the lives of the enemy.

Seeing the Tang army's momentum, the enemy commander was secretly surprised. He rode out and went straight to attack Hu Bugui. The enemy commander was a burly man, holding a huge axe. Every swing of the axe was so powerful that ordinary soldiers could not get close to him.

Hu Bugui responded calmly. He was agile and had exquisite swordsmanship. He could always find the enemy's weakness in the gap and deliver a fatal blow. The two fought back and forth, and the battle was very fierce.

Wu Tao stood on the city wall, holding the telescope tightly in her hand, her heart in her throat. Although she knew that Hu Bugui was a skilled martial artist, the battlefield was changing rapidly and swords and knives were blind, so how could she not worry?

After fighting with the enemy for dozens of rounds, Hu Bugui seized the moment when the enemy was exhausted, made a feint, and stabbed the enemy in the face with his long sword. The enemy was shocked and raised his axe to block, but he didn't expect that it was just a feint by Hu Bugui, and his real killing move would come the next moment.

Hu Bugui pointed his toes, and his body moved as lightly as a swallow. He instantly circled behind the enemy general and stabbed the enemy general's back with the long sword in his hand mercilessly.

"Puff!" Blood spurted out, and the enemy general's eyes widened. He could not believe that he was defeated until his death. His burly body fell to the ground with a bang, and the huge axe in his hand fell to the ground with a "clang".

The enemy's morale was suddenly disrupted and the main general was killed. The Tang army pursued the victory and finally won this crucial victory.

Wu Tao saw this scene from the tower, and her tense nerves finally relaxed, and her heart finally settled down. She put down the telescope and looked at the brave and invincible figure on the battlefield, her eyes full of pride and admiration.

The setting sun dyed the battlefield blood red. Hu Bugui rode his horse to the foot of the tower and looked up at Wu Tao, his eyes full of the joy of victory.

"Taotao, I won." His voice was a little tired, but it couldn't hide the excitement in his heart.

Wu Tao smiled slightly, with tears in her eyes: "I know you have always been the best."

At that moment, she suddenly understood that her time travel was not accidental, but was arranged by fate, so that she could meet him, fall in love with him, go through the ups and downs with him, and finally reap happiness.

After the battle, Hu Bugui and Wu Tao stood on the city wall and looked into the distance. Their eyes were full of determination and confidence. They knew that no matter how many difficulties and challenges there would be in the future, they would work hand in hand for the happiness of the country and the people.

 Chapter 119: Emerging from Cocoon to Butterfly

The smell of gunpowder had not yet dissipated, and the afterglow of the setting sun sprinkled on the bloodstained battlefield, tragic and desolate. Hu Bugui gently embraced Wu Tao, and the two stood side by side on the tower, looking into the distance. Their clothes were still stained with dust and blood, but their eyes were exceptionally clear and bright, as if after experiencing the baptism of blood and fire, the confusion and hesitation faded away, replaced by a more firm belief.

"Taotao, we won." Hu Bugui's voice was a little hoarse, but he could not hide his joy.

Wu Tao leaned gently on his shoulder and said softly, "Yes, we won. We finally defended this land and kept the people safe."

"This battle has taught me a lot." Hu Bugui took a deep breath, his eyes deep. "Before, I only thought about how to protect myself and how to stay safe in this chaotic world, but I ignored the responsibilities I shouldered. My father entrusted the safety of the border to me, which was a great trust in me, and I almost let him down."

Wu Tao held his hand, feeling the warmth and strength of his palm, and comforted him softly: "You have done very well, haven't you? You repelled the enemy and protected the border. You are a hero of the Tang Dynasty."

"No, it's not enough." Hu Bugui shook his head. "This is just the beginning. I have more important things to do. I want to change the weak status quo of the Tang Dynasty. I want the people to live and work in peace and contentment. I want the flag of the Tang Dynasty to fly forever on this land!"

His tone was firm and powerful, and there was a blazing fire in his eyes, which was a vision for the future and a persistence in his ideals. Wu Tao looked at the man in front of him, and his heart was full of admiration and love. He knew that Hu Bugui had found his goal and the meaning of his existence, and she was willing to accompany him to overcome all obstacles and move towards the future together.

"I believe in you, you can do it." Wu Tao said firmly, with the same light flashing in her eyes.

After returning to the capital, Hu Bugui and Wu Tao were warmly welcomed by the soldiers. The news of their triumphant return had already spread throughout the streets and alleys, and the people lined the streets to welcome them with deafening cheers. Looking at the people's expectant eyes, Hu Bugui strengthened his determination. He knew that he was no longer fighting alone, and there were thousands of people supporting him behind him.

However, what awaits them is not all flowers and applause...