The tent was filled with noisy and playful sounds. For a moment, Gema Khan did not hear clearly what the general said. He just stood there with his arms around the beauty, laughing silly.
The general who reported the news couldn't help being slightly stunned when he saw his appearance. He immediately reacted and roared at the people around him: "Shut the hell up! Be quiet!"
This voice immediately shook the tent into silence.
Everyone, including Gema, looked at him in surprise, with confusion on their faces.
The general rolled his eyes at his colleagues angrily, and said loudly and urgently again: "Khan, the Zhenjiang Army intends to attack Zijin Pass!"
Gema was a little confused, blinked his eyes, and asked: "Girrus, where did you say just now?"
"Zijinguan! Zijinguan, my Khan!"
"Bang--" "Oh my God!" Beauty Hu Ji screamed in pain and was thrown to the ground by Gema.
At this time, Gema was half-awake from the drunkenness and rushed to Gilus: "What did you just say? Tell me again!"
Gilus was so frightened by his appearance that he took two steps back: "Khan, I just received a report that a hundred thousand troops were gathered in Metasequoia City, and they suddenly set off eastward yesterday. At present, their vanguard troops We are approaching Rouge City. Judging from the overall movement, we can basically confirm that Li Jiangyao is heading towards Zijin Pass."
As soon as he finished speaking, Ge Ma also completely sobered up from the remaining half of the wine.
He was stunned for a moment and said to himself: "Mother, mother! Something bad is going to happen now!"
Of course, Gilus knew the seriousness of the problem and quickly suggested: "Khan, without further ado, we must quickly convene the generals to discuss countermeasures. There are currently only two thousand soldiers and horses of the Golden Tribe's Second Legion at Zijin Pass. Can’t stop it!”
Gema looked around subconsciously and nodded repeatedly: "You're right, hurry up, hurry up and tell everyone to the command post!" After that, he took the lead and ran outside.
Just at this time, a Turkic officer walked into the tent from outside. Looking at the oncoming Gema, he smiled lewdly while fastening his pants: "I said Khan, these girls are so energetic today, you Why don’t you go and feel comfortable?”
The angry Gema said nothing and kicked the man in the crotch: "Fuck me!"
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"What do you think Li Jiangyao wants to do?" Gema sat upright in the middle of the command, staring at his generals with a gloomy expression.
None of the generals drank less today. At this time, they were all dizzy and unconscious. There were even two guys who just closed their eyes and groaned, which almost made Ge Ma angry to death.
Gilus was the most sober one among the people present. He thought for a moment and said, "Look, could the Zhenjiang Army be an expeditionary force planning to attack the Great Khan from the west?"
Gema frowned: "Are they so stupid? With more than 100,000 people, they dare to provoke the Khan's troops? Besides, this is too disrespectful of us, and they expose their backs casually. Give us?"
"That's not necessarily the case, Khan." Gilus analyzed in a serious manner: "Currently, the Eastern Expedition army is divided into three groups. One group is commanded by the old Marshal Helianxiong and will soon go deep into the hinterland of the Central Plains. The other group is commanded by the Prince of the Temple. Next, attack Bashu to the south. When His Majesty Chili attacked the imperial capital, the troops suffered huge losses. The soldiers and horses around the Great Khan are not as strong as they were when he went on the expedition. Li Jiangyao probably saw it right. This is why we decided to send troops to march eastward and outflank the Eastern Expedition Army. Don’t forget, those guys are the remnants of the Zhenjiang Protectorate, so naturally they will not ignore the Eastern Expedition Army attacking Shengtang.”
Ge Ma had gradually calmed down at this time. He rolled his eyes twice and said thoughtfully: "According to what you said, it seems to make sense. If that were the case... wouldn't it be good? Just let it go. Those ignorant Shengtang barbarians went to challenge the Great Khan. When they were fighting fiercely with the Blood Guards, I just let Beren take the opportunity to seize Metasequoia City and Yarumqi Mountain Fortress! If they just wanted to seize Zijin Pass , and have no plans to take further action, that’s okay, I’ll come back to take care of them after I take care of their lair.”
Gilus was taken aback and waved his hand quickly: "Khan, you must not do this."
"Why not?"
Gilus said, "Think about it, you are the governor of Western Xinjiang appointed by the Great Khan. Although Zijin Pass and Shengyuguan are not under your control, a large enemy army suddenly appeared on the territory of Western Xinjiang." , not only do you want to cut off the supply line of the Eastern Expedition Army, but you even plan to attack the Great Khan from behind. No matter how you look at it, you are always to blame. In the end, the Golden Tribe will definitely take action on our Yelun Tribe for this."
It's not that Gema has never thought about this problem, but he smells a hint of conspiracy, so he is unwilling to act according to the enemy's rhythm. However, what Gilus said is also very reasonable, even beyond doubt.
Previously, for the sake of his own face and to avoid punishment, he lied about the military situation to Ashina Zhijin and Chili, completely covering up the fact that Li Jiangyao's Xinjiang Army was rapidly developing and growing. Although the Turkic Great Khan Ashina Zhijin was wise and powerful, firstly because of the intense fighting on the front line, he really had no time to pay attention to him. Secondly, because he also trusted the ability of the second largest Turkic tribe, he did not delve into the authenticity of the Gema report. , which is equivalent to being completely kept in the dark, and has no idea that a legion whose strength cannot be underestimated has actually emerged behind him.
This secret is tantamount to a giant ax hanging over Ge Ma's head. Whenever it falls, his head will be shattered. Therefore, he hurriedly reorganized the Western Xinjiang coalition forces while urging reinforcements from his hometown to come quickly to help.
As long as Li Jiangyao is successfully eliminated before things are revealed, everything will be fine. For the sake of the second largest tribe and Prince Chili, the Great Khan would probably not fall out with him because of those little lies he told before.
The wishful thinking was correct, but I never expected that people’s calculations are not as good as God’s calculations, and Li Jiangyao was so annoying. As soon as Beren led his army to Western Xinjiang, the Metasequoia soldiers and horses swooped down at Zijin Pass. Wasn’t this intentional? Uncle Ma, am I looking for trouble?
Now the problem is a bit difficult.
Ge Ma thought for a long time and said in a low voice: "You mean, whether Li Jiangyao is going to sneak attack the Eastern Expedition Army, or simply to occupy Zijin Pass, we must not let them march eastward at will, and must intercept the Zhenjiang Army? "
"Yes, they must be intercepted!" Gilus said with certainty: "And they must be intercepted in front of Zijin Pass! As long as Li Jiangyao does not encounter Zijin Pass, then this matter happened under our jurisdiction in Western Xinjiang Within the scope, the Second Army will not be involved."
"Alas -" Ge Ma sighed longly: "It's a waste of brains. I was just thinking about whether Li Jiangyao had some conspiracy to deliberately lure me to lead troops to rescue Zijin Pass, and then luckily he was halfway there Ambush me. You have to know that Tang Manzi is the most cunning."
Gilus said confidently: "Khan, I have thought about this issue before. The conclusion is that we are not afraid of his tricks! Now there are two divisions of the Western Xinjiang Army in Ulan City, totaling more than 60,000 people. Again Including the 20,000 soldiers under your command, the total strength reaches 80,000. Comparing the two sides, the number is comparable to that of the enemy. Ulan is closer to Zijin Pass, and there is the Gobi Silk Road along the way. It is difficult to have anything to hide troops. At the ambush place, as long as we arrive at Zijin Pass first, then set up a position with our back to the fortress, and confront the invading enemy. Finally, if we ask Duke Belen to lead an army to come to the rescue, we can completely create a flanking attack on Li Jiangyao. Maybe Son, we can completely eliminate the remnants of the Holy Tang Dynasty in one fell swoop."
After hearing what he said, Gema made some calculations in his mind, nodded slightly and said: "Well, Gilus, you're a good boy, you can analyze it very clearly. I agree with one thing you said, and that is to get to Zijin one step ahead of time. Guan, confront Li Jiangyao. If you win, fight. If you can't, retreat to the pass. As long as you can hold back the main force of the Zhenjiang Army, Beren can give them a fatal blow from behind at any time. Or, you can also play it by ear. , let Belen and the others go directly to raid Metasequoia City. Yes, that’s it! Send the order immediately, gather the whole army, and set off overnight! In this battle, it depends on who is faster!"
"Yes!" Gilus responded loudly, and then pointed to the side with a troubled face: "Khan, these brothers..."
Gema looked at the generals who were already sleeping for most of them, and cursed angrily: "Why are you still standing there? Wake them all up with a whip!"
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A dazzling ray of morning light shines through the cracks in the thick clouds in the east, instantly filling the vast Gobi desert and turning the entire land into a light brass color.
The army led by the Governor of Western Xinjiang, Gema, was marching quickly in this quiet copper color.
Three full days have passed since they set off from Ulan City. In these three days, the team of 80,000 people hardly rested for a moment. They were always rushing towards Zijin Pass without stopping.
Since this army is a mixture of infantry and cavalry, the Turks are all cavalry and the Xijiang people are all infantry, so the march is very different. The Yakut cavalry on war horses ran very fast, but the Western Xinjiang warriors who only relied on two legs were as tired as dogs, with their tongues hanging out and stars in their eyes.
Seeing that the cavalry was throwing the infantry further and further away, the entire army was dragged thinly and almost out of formation. The Turkic officers galloped back and forth like crazy, waving their whips and beating those who fell behind. Western Xinjiang warrior: "Sluggard! Idiot! Run away quickly, don't be naughty! If you keep dilly-dallying, I'll kill you!"
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