Chapter 547 - 526 Part 2
"Charge—," shouted Wen Qun, taking the lead as they rushed toward the stalwart Imperial Forest Guard, a maelstrom of blood and violence.
"Kill—," roared voices mixed with the clangour of swords. Everyone in Chenyuan Hall immediately tensed up, curling their fingers tightly, supporting each other, and guessing how long the Imperial Forest Guard outside could hold on, and whether they could last until reinforcements arrived.
Everyone knew just how long the Crown Prince had planned for this day, enduring humiliation and bearing heavy burdens that almost shattered their collective confidence. Thankfully, they had persevered and kept faith in the Crown Prince.
So tense they could barely speak, everyone’s cold sweat slowly soaked their clothes. As their hearts raced to their throats, the sound of swords already began scraping against the thick palace doors, filling them with fear.
In an instant, footsteps, shouts, and the sounds of fighting came from all directions. The Wen Family Army was caught off guard and quickly turned around to see troops flooding in—Iperial Forest Guard, Hidden Guard, and other guards whose identities were unclear.
"Don’t panic, it’s the final struggle, don’t be afraid—," bellowed Old Master Wen Kang, who had anticipated this scenario. Instinctively, a good portion of the Wen Family Army turned and engaged in battle with the troops that had surged forth.
However, the situation gradually started to go awry. The endless stream of guards attacking relentlessly reduced the Wen Family Army’s encirclement smaller and smaller. By the time they realized what was happening, they were surrounded by Zheng Congyuan’s men, and the Wen Family Army, already at the limit of their strength, began to feel desperation.
"Marquis, their numbers are increasing," managed Old Master Wen Kang’s trusted aide, squeezing through to his side and speaking anxiously.
"Uncle, hadn’t the Imperial Palace been cleared? How can there still be so many people?" Wen Qun also approached Old Master Wen Kang, his brow deeply furrowed as he observed the growing crowd.
Wen Kang remained silent, but his heart slowly sank.
"Charge—," seeing Wen Kang’s silence, Wen Qun shouted loudly, taking the lead in another charge.