The Imperial Guard rested at Xiao Pass for several days.
Di Qing sent out several scouting units in quick succession to gather intelligence on the Tanguts' movements.
Meanwhile, the main force of the Imperial Guard also prepared to enter the Hexi Corridor!
Early morning.
On the banks of the Yellow River.
"Whew..."
Di Qing gazed toward the far side of the surging Yellow River and drew a deep breath.
Verdant Green Maiden sat sideways on Old Yellow Ox's back, her brown-green eyes fixed on Di Qing. "Are you very nervous, General Di?"
"Yes."
Di Qing made no attempt to hide it.
After all, he had never led such a vast army into battle before, much less on an expedition to the Hexi Corridor.
"But... the lives of this great host have been entrusted to me!"
"It is my duty to bring them home in complete victory!"
As Di Qing spoke, a heroic spirit burst forth from him.
Even Verdant Green Maiden was momentarily dazzled by the sight.
For an instant, she saw the shadows of many people in him.
But she understood that Di Qing was no one's shadow. He was himself, a general of Great Song.
"Good."
"It's good that you think that way."
"General Di..."
"You will win this war."
"You have my word."
After saying this, Verdant Green Maiden gently patted Old Yellow Ox's back. He flicked his tail and walked forward.
"Ah..."
"Miss Shao Dian, that's the Yellow River!"
Seeing Verdant Green Maiden head straight ahead, Di Qing froze, then hurriedly called out in alarm.
Verdant Green Maiden waved a hand without stopping. Di Qing and his personal guards watched helplessly as Old Yellow Ox stepped into the Yellow River. The surging river water seemed unable to submerge her. She simply floated along, slowly crossing the