Allure of a Country Maiden-Chapter 1196 - 1193_1

As soon as the white medicine powder was applied to the wound, it took less than a minute for the soldier to feel the pain in his foot easing and the bleeding slowing down.

Seeing this, the military doctor began to carefully wrap the wound in bandages.

He finally relaxed his clenched jaw, Di Shaowei also stopped holding his legs, removing the piece of wood from the soldier’s mouth.

The soldier recognized Shangguan Xuanyi and tried to salute, but Shangguan Xuanyi stopped him, "There is no need for formalities. Once your wound heals, come find me. I will arrange work for you."

The life of a person with a crippled leg is undoubtedly inconvenient, and what is even more frightening is that it may burden the family. Shangguan Xuanyi’s words were essentially a promise of future prospects, thus preventing him from becoming useless.

Upon hearing these words, the soldier’s eyes turned red with gratitude, "Thank you, Prince Rui."

"Take good care of your injuries!" Shangguan Xuanyi didn’t say much. He was always a man of few words towards his subordinates. To offer such consolation was surprising to the soldiers.

"Brother Di, this time I brought a batch of high-quality Jinchuang ointment. Use it on the seriously injured soldiers," Xiao’er arrived well-prepared with a boatload of medicine. A carriage was brought over, filled with medicines she had processed in her spatial workshop using herbs from her spatial inventory. The hemostatic and pain-killing effects of her medicines were naturally far superior to those prepared by the Imperial Court.

Upon hearing Xiao’er’s words, Di Shaowei said happily, "Girl, you are really timely! This time the casualties are heavy, and we are short of high-quality Jinchuang ointment. All of the previous high-quality Jinchuang ointment has been used up!" freewёbnoνel.com

In a battle between two armies, casualties are inevitable.

The fact that the casualty rates are high, even though the battle was won, will still affect subsequent battles.

"The medicines are in the carriage. Let someone fetch them." Xiao’er replied after hearing his words.

Di Shaowei motioned for two soldiers to go and retrieve the medicines.

Shangguan Xuanyi furrowed his brow, "What happened? Why were there heavy casualties?"

Di Shaowei had previously sent a message saying that he was certain to capture Jiangyang County within a month and a half. His words would have dripped with confidence. Why were there so many casualties?

The heavy casualties meant that despite winning the battle, it was a far from decisive victory.

Upon hearing these words, a shade of melancholy flashed across Di Shaowei’s eyes, "The enemy played tricks; they had a team dedicated to poisoning our soldiers. The poison powder causes unbearable itchiness once sprinkled on the soldiers, which distracts them from fighting the enemy. That’s why our casualties were so severe!"

Fortunately they were still able to capture Jiangyang County. Next will be Jiangdong County!

Jiangdong County is the most vital part of Nangong Country. The terrain of Jiangdong County is unique, easy to defend, and hard to attack. As long as they capture Jiangdong County, it would be akin to gaining a natural fortress, allowing them to freely cultivate and carry out all commercial activities in the previously captured cities.

"Used poison? Could it be that people from Li County have also participated?" Xiao’er couldn’t help but ask.

Studying poison is considered a minor subject. Unlike medicine, it is not revered by the world. Very few people study poison, let alone mass produce it, since it is not medicinal, and there aren’t many buyers. Moreover, there are rarely large-scale purchases. Normally, no one poisons a large group of people.

"Only the people from the Li Clan could supply such a quantity of poison powder. If the Li Clan is involved, we are in big trouble! If our casualties remain this heavy, we will run out of soldiers after just two or three more battles!" Di Shaowei exclaimed.

Since we are planning to attack Nangong Country, it will definitely disrupt the semi-reclusive lifestyle of the Li Clan. It’s fair for them to help the Nangong Imperial Court to deal with us.

However, if they participate in every battle, the damage to us will be too great! Didn’t we try to send someone to negotiate with the leader of the Li Clan before? Did it work out?" Xiao’er looked up at Shangguan Xuanyi.

"No. The messenger couldn’t meet the Li Clan’s leader. However, there is a poison competition in the Li Clan every October. The messenger reported that even the members of the Li Clan are uncertain as to the whereabouts of their leader, but he will definitely return for the poison competition."

"I have a way to meet the leader of the Li Clan!" Xi’er interjects.

"What method?" Xiao’er looked at her. This girl loved poison and the Li Clan people were no different, they might even share similar insights!

"The Li Clan is composed of poison enthusiasts from all over the country, many of whom are not all blood relatives. I’ve heard that the Li Clan holds a competition every three years, accepting participants from all around to join, enlisting new members for the Li Clan.

The top two winners can even become elders of the Li Clan! As elders, they can influence the affairs of the Clan. All in all, it is a tribe that respects power.

If we participate in the competition and win the top two spots, we can request that the Li Clan cease aiding the Nangong Country!" Xi’er, who has a fondness for poison, has conducted certain research on the Li Clan, people with similar interests.

One of the main reasons why she accompanied her brother to the south was to participate in the Li Clan’s poison competition!

The Poison Fight sounds exciting and interesting. Xi’er believed that with her unparalleled skills in poison, she could surely take first place.

"That’s indeed a good method. October? That’s approaching quickly." Xiao’er asked.

"Isn’t it?" Shangguan Xuanyi added.

"Sister, let’s participate then, take the top two spots, become Li Clan elders. We then have the authority to decide that the Li Clan will not partake in the war between the two countries."

"We will definitely participate and must place. But Xi’er, do you really have the ability to rank? Aiming for all three top spots?" Di Shaowei asked in a tone of disbelief.

If Xiao’er were to take action, he was confident she could come first. As he knew that Xiao’er had an extremely potent poison and an antidote that could neutralize all poisons in the world.

Upon hearing Di Shaowei’s words, Xi’er’s anger flared. She challenged Di Shaowei with a glare, "Don’t underestimate me, or else you won’t even know how you died!"

"The Poison Fight might not be that simple. But regardless, we still have to try." Even though Xiao’er was not very knowledgeable about poison, there were still two months until October. She could take the opportunity to cram in her spatial realm.

Furthermore, Xi’er is exceptionally skilled in poison techniques. She may be young, but she is indeed extraordinary and she has a natural talent for it!

Xi’er is truly capable. Coupled with the space she had, Xiao’er didn’t believe that they couldn’t even secure a single ranking!