Seeing that Li Rufeng and the others did not easily believe his words of peace, Hake felt a secret surge of anxiety. Yet he feigned calm, continuing with his silver-tongued persuasion in an attempt to distract them.
Just then, a sudden commotion broke out outside the tent. General Li's expression shifted, and he barked, "What is the meaning of this?" Before anyone could reply, the tent flap was violently torn open, and a swarm of barbarian soldiers flooded in like a tidal wave. As it turned out, Third Princess's talk of peace was merely a ruse; her true objective was to exploit the distraction of the Daxia commanders to execute a "capture the ringleader first" strategy, seizing the high-ranking Daxia officers in one fell swoop.
Reacting with lightning speed, Li Rufeng instantly drew his sword and shouted, "It's an ambush! Protect General Li!" Mei Yuxin also swiftly drew her blade, standing shoulder to shoulder with Li Rufeng as she vigilantly watched the surging barbarian soldiers.
Chapter 95