Scarlet Stained Souls

Chapter 10-Battle at Odani Castle (Part 1)

Author Notes: Yesh a battle is about to bloom~ We get to see many of our dw characters in action with some samurai's in the mix. Muahaha, time for some fun. I don't own DW, SW, and OW.

Also shout out to Narcissus The Great for following and reviewing my work. Now my friend here gave me some possible changes in my writing style to see if it'll be easier to read and understand, which is why I'm taking so long to update this chapter.

Sun Ce's P.O.V

Urghhh this is so annoying! What is taking them so damn long!?

"My lord pacing around like that is not going to make time go any faster." I know...but still, I can't just stand and do nothing. Da Ji better get here soon.

"Ohhhh what a good little slave you were. Taking down those bad boys~ Here's a new friend to suffer with you." That witch...she will one day die by my hand, both her and her master.

I couldn't help the small smile however, when Taishi Ci came out. He was a bit thin from being captive but other then that he didn't look too bad.

"I cannot thank you enough Lord Sun Ce. Even in this crises you always make sacrifices for others."

Would he still think such of me if he knew that I was ready to rip that devilish harpy to shreds? Eh he might even help me with that.

"Once more my weapon is at our service to do with as you please!" It is a great honor to have such warriors and friends to help me, i can only hope we find my father soon. Once that's done we can focus our attention on releasing the others.

And speaking of which...I happen to receive a letter not too long ago from an interesting acquaintance. Once Da Ji is gone I can really get down to business.

3rd P.O.V

She starts to leave tap tip tap as her toes touch the wooden surface of the floor.

"And before I forget Sun Ce. Lord Orochi wants you to crush a force at Odani Castle...do make Haste." It was clear that "or else" was applied to that sentence.

He growled a fine before she merrily skips away. Pleased that she could ruin his day. Perhaps a moment or so later after the strategist decided to take leave did Sun Ce attempt to relax.

"Seems that Lady Xing Cai of Shu is tag teaming with Gan Ning and Ling Tong. How curious." It seemed that they were ready to go another round at the Little Conqueror.

Zhou Yu, Sun Ce and now newly recruited (again) Taishi Ci quicken their pace to Ranmaru who had been helping to prepare the horses.

"Looks like we're going on a trip to Odani. Ranmaru are you familiar with the area?" He nods.

He for the most part adapted to the new terrain and has been a helpful guide to the Tiger.

"Now my lord I do believe you had some news for us?" His friend knew the eldest Sun sibling well. There was nary a thing he could keep hidden.

Stroking his facial hair, while pulling out the letter.

"And here I thought i finally kept a secret hidden from you Zhou Yu. Anyways that guy Sakon we met at Chang Ban sent this to me. Looks like he did a little digging and has some info on my father. He wanted to meet at Odani."

Joy and relief bloomed. Growing at a steady rate. This could be what they were all dying to have. The whereabouts of the Tiger of Jiang Dong.

"He wants to converse with you personally. And we were already summoned to fight there. No one would be suspicious."

All but their latest ally is in agreement.

"I mean no disrespect but can we trust him?" It was a very logical question, for all they knew it could be a trap to help the resistance.

Sun Ce crosses his arms, thinking.

"There's something about him I like. I want to trust him and see if he has the answers I seek to rescue my father." No more retaliation. For in the past their Lord has always been a good judge for character.

Mounting their steeds they take reign to Odani, where they hope to come across the brilliant intellectual before the fight. Their scouts return.

"From the looks of it there is no sign of Lord Shima."

Shi Na's P.O.V

"Shi Na. Are you sure you wanted to leave Odani? We can always turn back." I know exactly what she was thinking.

And though I would be more then happy to make my way back and not only reunite with Master Sun Ce and share the news recieved, I know that this is the right choice.

"If I'd gone and stayed I would've been forced to choose between my master and the resistance."

The last thing I felt like doing is being forced into such a difficult position. Both in their own ways had a right to go to war as the other. I couldn't choose.

"Anyways if I know Sun Ce like I think I do, he'll race to his father's location. By the time he arrives we'll already have a good idea as to the prisons layout." We'll also be familiar with the habits and numbers of the guards.

Head over heart. Strategy over instinct. This was the only way for us to have a chance at saving my family.

"Increase...pace!" I encourage my horse to a sprint. I cannot falter, the moment i hesitate it's the end. We're coming Sun Jian. "Hyaaa!"

3rd P.O.V

"Da Ji is getting more impatient and irritated by the day. We best bring down this rebellion swiftly." Not that Anyone needed a reminder of the crafty woman. Sun Ce rushes in.

"Of course, we have friends on the line, remember?" Considering that he also has yet another great opportunity to combat against great warriors. A rather hefty bonus for the young tiger. Taishi Ci ring's in as well.

"Plus we are to meet this Sakon fella right? Where are we to meet him?" His answer is given by the handsome strategist.

"The outskirts of the city below the castle. By now the town should've already been evacuated by the word of war." There would be no innocent civilian involved. That lessens the guilt that sways the soldiers in battle.

They advance through the city, attacking the officers of the rebels that stood in their way. Xing Cai, who took command sends out her orders. She was a smart girl, with the training of her father and Zhao Yun, she takes her pride of fighting the corrupted Wu forces.

For not only was she fighting for the sake of her lord and allies. But she was also fighting for herself. For years now she has been told by her friend Shi Na and lords wife Shang Xiang of the Tiger's terrifying power. She'd see to his claws being clipped and his mouth muzzled.

"Fall back into the city! Wait for reinforcements." The warrior was a bit uneasy though. Not too used to giving out orders. Especially considering some of her comrades had some bad habits. 'They don't have the best tempers.' Shi Na's words kept repeating in her mind and she knew exactly whom she was talking about now.

"Stay back! I won't tolerate any acts of recklessness or heroism!" The generals tighten their defense, preparing for the bloodshed. Though much to her aggravation, her demands did not truly get obeyed.

"I'm not gonna listen to you little girl. I'll fight my way!" The pirate was never one praised for his listening skills.

"Give it up Xing Cai, you're not gonna get very far with him. Or me for that matter." Ling Tong sprints his way through. Sun Ce raises an eyebrow, grin evident.

"Hoho~ Looks like our boys are back for some more! Out for revenge no doubt." Not that he would let them take it out on him. He was more then eager to give them a continuation of their last skirmish.

"You know my lord. Most people in your predicament would have a hard time finding entertainment in our current situation." Well...Sun Ce always did enjoy having challenges thrown at him. Whether it was his enemies or friends, it made no difference.

Lei Tong's spear is thrust towards the ferocious leader. Who nimbly dodges and dishes out a rather harsh blow to the stomach. He was always one for a brawl. No matter who, what or when.

"One step closer to victory~"

To Be Continued.

Author Notes: Thank you for your patiences and my strongest apologies! Um... Narcissus The Great, no offense but i don't like this writing style though i'm grateful of the suggestion. So if you don't mind from now on I'm definitely sticking to my writing way. I'm sorry if you don't like it but hey i did try.

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