Silently, he and Gai Nie approached the enemy command camp.

They quickly used the command communications intercepted by the Ruyan intelligence network to adjust every step of the plan.

Gai Nie crouched low, his eyes sharp as an eagle, and the team he led moved slowly forward in the half-hidden grass.

They approached the command camp like flowing water. The enemy troops on guard nearby had obviously been successfully lured away, and the remaining guards were weak and powerless.

"This is our chance."

Gai Nie whispered to Ying Yuan, his eyes full of confidence and determination.

Ying Yuan slowly drew out the sword from his waist, his heart as calm as water.

Ying Yuan was the first to enter the command camp. Suddenly, the lights in the enemy camp became as bright as day, but this did not affect Ying Yuan's judgment and actions.

The enemy leader they encountered was so immobile that he had no time to react before being knocked to the ground cleanly by Gai Nie.

Having completed the mission of attacking Huanglong, Ying Yuan decisively ordered a retreat.

Their actions were so fast and accurate that the enemy was unable to organize an effective counterattack in the end.

The whole process is as clean and neat as cutting butter with a knife.

Back in the city, the princess attended the celebration banquet in her best attire, and her attitude was more steady and calm than ever.

She announced this crucial victory amid warm applause and cheers.

The atmosphere at the celebration banquet was joyful and warm, with fireworks blooming in the night sky, illuminating every celebrating face.

The fine wine and delicious food on the table seemed to tell how hard-won this victory was.

However, Ying Yuan's mood did not relax because of the laughter around him. He knew that this was only a temporary victory.

Ying Yuan turned his head slightly and looked at the princess who was sitting not far away. She was talking to the servants beside her.

As expected, after the banquet, the princess called Ying Yuan softly.

In a relatively quiet corner, the two stood face to face.

"Ying Yuan,"

The princess' tone was full of gratitude. "This victory was achieved with your courage and wisdom. I thank you on behalf of the people in the city."

Ying Yuan lowered his head slightly, his expression still calm, "This is our joint effort, and the enemy will definitely come again."

“I’m worried about that, too.”

The princess sighed softly, with a hint of worry between her brows.

"The enemy's reinforcements may be on the way. I hope you can continue to help us overcome this difficulty."

"Of course."

Ying Yuan replied, his voice was firm and powerful.

"Gaini and I are already thinking about a new defense strategy, and we will implement it as soon as possible."

Their conversation had not yet ended when Ruyan hurried over, looking a little nervous.

"Ying Yuan, there is new information."

Ruyan went straight to the point and quickly conveyed the information to Ying Yuan.

"The enemy is mobilizing reinforcements, and the scale may be larger than we imagined."

Ying Yuan frowned slightly, and he quickly made a judgment, "We have to get ready as soon as possible, where is Gai Nie?"

"He is in the camp, planning to discuss strategy with you tonight."

Ruyan answered.

There was no extra conversation between the three of them. Ying Yuan realized that every minute and every second was crucial at this moment.

He left the banquet hall and headed straight for the camp.

In the darkness of night, Gai Nie was already waiting in front of the map. He looked up and saw Ying Yuan walking into the tent, his eyes filled with the same trust and determination as always.

"I heard that reinforcements are coming." Gai Nie started without any greetings.

"Yes, we need to reinforce the defenses on the west side. This is where they attack most often."

Ying Yuan responded, his voice full of calmness and consideration.

"We need more support, especially in intelligence gathering."

Gai Nie added, pointing to a few key points on the map.

In a corner unknown to them, a veiled figure was looming. She was quietly observing the entire battle situation, with unfathomable meanings hidden in her eyes.

Late at night, the camp was shrouded in an uneasy silence. The wind blew the tent curtains like the low roar of war drums in the distance.

Ying Yuan and Gai Nie were still concentrating on the map under the dim candlelight. Their shadows swayed on the ground, constantly reminding them of the urgent situation in the darkness.

Ying Yuan pondered for a moment and pointed to the western defense line on the map.

"We must deploy more soldiers around here. This is a common enemy attack area, and a weak defense line will expose us to attack from both sides."

Gai Nie nodded and pushed the chess pieces on the table, as if he was setting up a life-and-death chess game.

"That's right, but we are short on manpower, so we should ask for help from our allies."

"Yes, leave it to me."

Ying Yuan was in deep thought, with a deep look between his brows.

"At the same time, it is crucial to strengthen our investigation. Relying on the current intelligence is not comprehensive enough."

"Where's Ruyan?"

Ganie asked.

"She will take on this task."

Ying Yuan nodded slightly, a trace of trust flashing in his eyes, "She is experienced and will try her best to collect the most detailed information about the enemy."

At this moment, the night wind blew quietly, causing the tent to sway slightly.

Outside the tent, a mysterious veiled woman quietly hid at the junction of shadows and starlight, with a deep gaze, as if she knew the deployment inside the tent very well.

At the same time, the princess in the palace was writing furiously at her desk, trying to win more support from the court.

She feels a deep sense of responsibility for the place she loves, and knows that this battle will determine the life and death of many people, and she must do her best.

Inside the tent, Ying Yuan moved the chess pieces in his hand. The layout was set, and he made a decision, a decision that could turn the situation around behind enemy lines.

"Gai Nie, I plan to go behind the enemy lines myself and disrupt their reinforcement plan."

Gai Nie was stunned for a moment when he heard this, then he nodded with a firm look in his eyes.

"With you here, I worry half as much as I should."

On the other side of the camp, Ying Yuan and Gai Nie were still circling the map, their light dim but firm.

Ying Yuan pointed to a key location and said confidently, "Gai Nie, this place is the weak point of their supply line. I plan to break through here and attack their rear."

Gai Nie thought about it and nodded: "This is indeed an effective route.

Chapter 411 Stealth at Night

Ying Yuan turned his head, his eyes firm: "Ruyan has already started to act, she will bring back everything we need."

Then, Ying Yuan took a deep breath and said, "I believe in her ability."

At the same time, outside the enemy camp, Ruyan took advantage of the night and the shadows of the trees all around to flexibly pass through the patrolling guards.

She held her breath, her heartbeat steadied, and her fingers unconsciously clenched the secret letter in her arms. Everything required her to be cautious and sharp.

On the other side of the camp, the mysterious woman was still taking action.

Her identity remains a mystery, and her whereabouts are erratic, like a gust of wind, wandering among the enemy camps, as if looking for something special.

On the other side, in the palace, the princess' efforts finally paid off. (End of this chapter)