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In the original work, Qian Renxue repeatedly missed chances to kill Tang San due to her pride, ultimately allowing Tang San to turn the tables in a desperate situation.
Dai Chengfeng was willing to bet on human nature...
Qian Renxue would absolutely not stay safely behind the lines—she would personally step onto the frontlines.
And that would be his chance to turn the tide!
Even though a titled Douluo was by Qian Renxue's side, she would never allow the Douluo to act openly in front of so many soldiers unless her life was truly in danger.
Otherwise
She would have no way to explain to Emperor Xue Ye and the ministers of the Tian Dou Empire why a titled Douluo from the Spirit Hall was accompanying her.
Moreover, the soldiers of the Tian Dou Empire were unaware that their "Crown Prince" had a titled Douluo at her side.
If they saw their Crown Prince in "danger," they would undoubtedly rush to her aid.
Otherwise, even if they captured Wu'an City, they would likely face death anyway.
"As long as we can disrupt the encirclement of the Tian Dou Empire's soldiers and send out scouts in all directions to request reinforcements, even a titled Douluo wouldn't be able to intercept them all."
"From there, Qian Renxue's plan will collapse on its own!"
Dai Chengfeng took a deep breath. "The only danger in this plan is that I might die in the chaos. Although Uncle Zhu Fan will be protecting me closely, the chances are slim…"
Dai Chengfeng knew well that Zhu Fan would never leave his side.
If he refused to take part, Zhu Fan would undoubtedly choose the safest option—forcibly taking him away and letting Wu'an City fall.
But without Zhu Fan, a Soul Douluo, it would be nearly impossible for a thousand men to break through the center of an army of ten thousand.
At that point, countless soldiers would die needlessly—and they were all proud sons of the Star Luo Empire!
Dai Chengfeng was no Dai Mubai, a coward who could be scared away!
As for falling into Qian Renxue's hands?
Dai Chengfeng wasn't afraid of such an outcome.
Whether as the Crown Prince of the Tian Dou Empire, Xue Qinghe, or as the daughter of the Pope of the Spirit Hall, Qian Renxue—
Both identities ensured that she would not kill Dai Chengfeng, the Fourth Prince of the Star Luo Empire.
After all, Emperor Dai An of the Star Luo Empire was famous for being iron-fisted, ruthless, and fiercely protective of his own!
Qian Renxue was far too clever not to understand the consequences of killing Dai Chengfeng.
"A wise person always hesitates…"
A faint smile appeared on Dai Chengfeng's lips.
While Dai Chengfeng had thought through so much in an instant, Zhu Fan's mind was filled with just four words—death-defying vanguard!
Without hesitation, Zhu Fan angrily shouted, "No! This plan is absolutely unacceptable!"
"Chengfeng, your status is so noble—you are the Fourth Prince of the Star Luo Empire, born with a golden spoon in your mouth!"
"How can you risk your life like this?"
Dai Chengfeng slowly shook his head, staring intently at his uncle Zhu Fan. His tone was heavy as he spoke each word clearly.
"Uncle!"
"If the rivers and mountains can endure, why should I spare my head?!"
In an instant
All the soldiers around, including Zhu Yan, were stunned as they looked at Dai Chengfeng.
They could hardly believe their ears.
After all, Zhu Fan was right. The man before them was the incomparably noble Fourth Prince of the Star Luo Empire—a person who could be said to have been born at the peak of the world.
Even now!
If he wanted to leave, he could easily escape at any moment, completely unlike these soldiers who had no way out.
Yet this Fourth Prince had chosen not to flee but instead resolutely decided to face the Tian Dou army head-on—to lead the death-defying vanguard in a desperate battle!
What kind of courage was this?!
Even Zhu Fan's expression was a whirlpool of emotions as he gazed at Dai Chengfeng.
There was worry in his eyes, for blades and swords showed no mercy.
But more than that, an uncontrollable sense of pride welled up in his heart.
At this moment, looking at Dai Chengfeng's resolute gaze—
Zhu Fan knew he could no longer dissuade him.
In the end, he could only let out a long sigh, raising his hand to firmly pat Dai Chengfeng's shoulder. "Fine, Uncle will go along with your madness this one time!"
"But if things reach a point of no return, I will forcibly take you away!"
"I must say this!"
"No matter whether this battle succeeds or fails…"
"You, Dai Chengfeng, will be the pride of me, of your father, and of every hot-blooded man in the entire Star Luo Empire!"
"You have nothing to be ashamed of before anyone!"
Hearing Zhu Fan agree to this seemingly reckless and absurd plan to break the deadlock, Dai Chengfeng's lips curled slightly upward as he exhaled deeply.
'The first challenge has been resolved!'
"Report!"
Just then, a blood-soaked soldier rushed over from afar.
Blood dripped continuously from his armor, soaking into the scorched earth and leaving dark patches—it was clear how fierce the battle he had just endured had been.
When he finally reached Zhu Yan, he hurriedly spoke.
"Lord Mayor! The soldiers sent by the Tian Dou Empire this time are completely different from before—they are ferocious beyond measure…"
"The southern wall has already been breached by enemy forces, and despite our brothers' desperate resistance, we're barely holding on!"
"My lord, what should we do now?"
Upon hearing this, Dai Chengfeng's heart tightened instantly. "So fast, they've already breached the walls—is this your confidence, Qian Renxue?"
With that thought, he quickly turned to look behind him.
The defensive line on the city walls behind him was already on the verge of collapse.
The enemy surged forward wave after wave like a relentless tide, attacking with ferocity and showing no fear of death.
Under such fearless assaults, their own soldiers were struggling to hold on, and every inch of the battlements was stained with blood.
Soldiers fell with cries of agony, their voices mingling with the clamor of battle… The situation was dire!
"Whew!"
Dai Chengfeng took a deep breath, knowing that the calmer he remained, the better.
He closed his eyes briefly.
When he opened them again, they were calm and resolute.
He then raised his head and looked toward the central army of the Tian Dou Empire.
"As expected!"
At this moment,
The Crown Prince of the Tian Dou Empire, "Xue Qinghe," was already riding a white steed, personally leading the troops on the frontlines.
"In that case, it's time!"
Dai Chengfeng abruptly turned back to face the soldiers before him, shouting with all his strength, "From this moment on, I am no longer the Fourth Prince of the Star Luo Empire—I am just an ordinary, hot-blooded son of the Star Luo Empire!"
"I ask again!"
"The great tide is about to crush us—are there any among you willing to turn the heavens upside down?!"
Upon hearing this, Zhu Fan stepped forward first. "For five hundred years, the Star Luo Empire has nurtured its warriors. Today is the day to fulfill our duty and die with honor!"
"I, Zhu Fan, pledge to follow the Fourth Prince to the death!"
"My family is poor, but I will not yield an inch of land. Centurion Xu Feng pledges to follow the Fourth Prince to death!"
"Every mountain buries loyal bones—why should we need horse hides to wrap our bodies? Soldier Li Zhizhao of the Star Luo Empire is ready to die!"
"This mortal world is absurd; let me see what lies beyond the heavens. Lord Mayor Zhu Yan is ready to step forward first in this life!"
"If I'm unfortunate enough to fall in battle, those who survive, please tell my daughter that I was not a good father."
"Soldier Wang Yi of the Star Luo Empire is willing to give his life for the empire's people!"
"Soldier Bai Zhan of the Star Luo Empire…"
"…"
One roar after another thundered like rolling waves. If the Fourth Prince, Dai Chengfeng, could face death without fear, they, too, were men of passion and pride.
Dai Chengfeng roared once more, "My fellow warriors, you are all heroes!"
"Mount your horses and follow me—to kill the enemy!!!"
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A/N: Someone just said that the protagonist is too virtuous. But the protagonist is currently a prince of the Star Luo Empire. If he chooses to abandon the entire city's soldiers and civilians to escape when the danger isn't severe, is that virtuous? No, that's cowardice!
The protagonist is neither Tang San nor Dai Mubai. He has a tiger in his heart and his own unique pride.
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