In my dream of returning to the Tang Dynasty, I snatched Wu Zetian from my lap.

Li Ke was a diligent learner and listened attentively; there was not a trace of impatience or lack of interest in his eyes.

The patrol concluded, and the team returned to camp.

The night was extremely peaceful.

The next day, the rising sun illuminated the boundless hunting grounds.

Countless Tang army flags fluttered in the wind, below which stood a hundred imperial guards like statues, exuding the might and power of the Tang army.

Li Shimin's specially made bright armor was the most dazzling presence on the scene. Even though he was no longer young, he still exuded a murderous aura.

"My lords and soldiers, I am not yet old. Today we hunt, and shall conquer the world with our might!"

"Long live the Emperor! Long live the Emperor! Long live the Emperor!"

The deafening roar of shouts from all around was deafening and pierced the sky.

In the Tang Dynasty, the emperor's hunting had a special meaning. Hunting represented martial spirit, and the emperor's hunting indicated that the emperor was healthy and the dynasty would continue.

In a sense, Li Shimin was reassuring the entire Tang Dynasty.

"drive!!"

With Li Shimin's shout, the thunderous sound of horses' hooves instantly engulfed the entire Wangchuan area.

A large number of cavalry followed him out, with Cheng Yaojin, Yuchi Gong, and others accompanying him, and the hunt officially began.

Li Yuanchang led his troops behind to provide protection and logistical support, such as water and food, and were also responsible for collecting all the prey that had been shot.

In other words, Li Yuanchang is now the head of the security team.

However, even security captains are ranked, and Li Yuanchang had clearly reached the top.

It is worth mentioning that Li Ke was brought along by Li Shimin this time, but not with Li Yuanchang. Instead, another person was assigned to Li Yuanchang.

Fang Yi'ai!

Fang Xuanling, already of the age of fifty, still wanted to give his second son some experience, not seeking him to become a dragon, but only to maintain the status quo.

He also knew that Fang Yi'ai had no chance of becoming an official or engaging in civil administration, so he could only focus on building up his physique and strengthening his will.

This hunt presented a perfect opportunity, and he personally asked Li Yuanchang to guide him.

If Fang Xuanling hadn't been such a kind-hearted man and treated Li Yuanchang well, Li Yuanchang wouldn't have agreed, because Fang Yi'ai was indeed hopeless, and he had been very close to Li Tai in his early years.

But Li Yuanchang gave Fang Xuanling face.

As the hunt began, Li Shimin, still sharp as ever, shot and killed several wild deer and rabbits right from the start, reaping a considerable harvest.

Li Yuanchang led the team, following behind to collect animal carcasses and constantly redeploying troops to protect the imperial carriage without interfering with the hunting.

This matter seems easy, even easier than fighting a war, but in reality, things become complicated once the emperor is involved, and everyone will be in big trouble if something goes wrong.

Therefore, Li Yuanchang was on tenterhooks the whole time.

About an hour into the hunt, Li Shimin had just shot and killed a wild boar when a tiger suddenly appeared and snatched the food away.

Li Shimin was overjoyed and immediately led his troops to chase after the tiger, intending to hunt it down.

"His Majesty!"

"His Majesty!"

A large number of cavalry tried to dissuade him, but they couldn't stop Li Shimin from getting carried away.

Ordinary hunting does not include large, ferocious beasts like these because they are dangerous. Even if they were to be hunted, it would usually be the emperor who sends out the army, not the emperor himself who is the first to engage them.

"Holy crap!"

Li Yuanchang uttered a phrase from the national essence, Li Shimin really knows how to stir things up!

"quick!!"

"Follow them!"

"Chu Liang, Bao Qi, you two lead the teams to pursue from the left and right flanks, block the tiger, and prevent His Majesty from getting hurt!"

"yes!!"

"drive!!"

Li Shimin's pursuit immediately put the thousands of men on edge, prompting a large number of cavalry to press forward and aid the hunt.

Li Yuanchang didn't dare to stand too far away and chased after them immediately.

The tiger seemed to sense the danger, roaring continuously as it darted through the forest, almost disappearing into a blur.

Whoosh, whoosh!!

Li Shimin pursued, continuously firing sharp blades.

But it was almost impossible to hit the target; only one arrow grazed the tiger, which caused the tiger to roar in fury.

It turned around and swooped down at the speed of a storm nebula split, leaving a mark with each of its huge feet. Its powerful muscles were filled with terrifying explosive force, and its starting speed was comparable to that of a V18 engine.

Li Shimin's expression changed.

rub rub!

The hundred riders decisively drew their swords to protect Li Shimin, while some of them threw out their spears.

woohoo hoo...

The spears rained down like rain, instantly forcing the tiger to be unable to charge directly.

This single reaction alone demonstrates just how strong and quick the cavalry are, and how truly capable they are of fighting when trouble arises.

Bang bang bang!

The spear fell to the ground, forcing the tiger to turn, but it did not actually wound it.

The tiger broke through from the right flank of the imperial procession and, as if by some strange twist of fate, headed towards Li Yuanchang's direction.

Even before the tiger arrived, its bloodthirsty and brutal aura made Fang Yi'ai's legs tremble and his face turn pale.

"Surround it!"

Li Yuanchang roared and drew his long sword.

His personal guards all drew their swords, displaying the same courage as a hundred cavalrymen, their long spears forming a black wall.

At the same time, Li Shimin led his troops to attack.

From a bird's-eye view, the tiger had actually entered the hunting encirclement completely.

But the reason why the tiger is the king of beasts is because of its terrifying fighting power.

"roar!!"

It roared through the mountains and forests, and with a leap, its massive body soared directly into the sky, spanning ten meters and easily over the human wall of spears.

His body hovered in mid-air, and he opened his blood-red maw to bite at Fang Yi'ai on horseback.

Li Yuanchang's expression changed drastically, and he kicked out almost instinctively.

boom!

Fang Yi'ai was kicked away instantly, almost brushing past the tiger's claws.

Boom!

The massive body fell, accompanied by the mournful neighing of warhorses.

Fang Yi'ai's warhorse survived the attack, its neck instantly pierced by the tiger's sharp teeth, and its entire body collapsed.

"brute!"

Li Yuanchang cursed loudly and drew his sword to strike.

A large number of guards also attacked, but the tiger was really agile. It rolled on the ground, forcing back all the guards, and then leaped out again.

A hundred riders arrived and clashed instantly.

boom!

The hundred cavalrymen were all knocked off balance, and several were thrown into the air.

Then the tiger entered a desperate struggle, frantically tearing at the hundred riders, one of whom was even slapped and sent flying more than ten meters away.

Mania and bloodlust are beyond the reach of humans.

Li Shimin, unwilling to admit his age, actually drew his bow and counterattacked, hitting the target with two arrows.

Li Yuanchang did not pursue them further, but instead blocked their path and assisted from the sidelines.

Taking advantage of the lull, he dismounted and rushed through the chaotic woods to Fang Yi'ai's side.

"My lord, how are you?"

Fang Yi'ai was badly hurt from the fall. He had just witnessed the "Mountain Lord" opening its blood-red maw. He had never seen anything like it in his life. He was trembling and his face was pale.

"King Han, I...I'm alright, thank you for saving my life."