All the deserters were frightened by Heshelijue, and even the centurions were killed. What else could these small soldiers like me have to hold on to? shouted a frightened soldier.
"There are five thousand enemy troops, all cavalry, and their weapons are very strange!"
After hearing this, Heshelijue snorted coldly, "It's so ugly to find reasons for your own failure! Kill all these deserters who are greedy for life and afraid of death!"
"Yes!" All the soldiers raised their steel knives, and after a while of looking at flowers and chopping vegetables, they killed all the soldiers who had escaped from Qinggang City!
Heshelijue looked at the beheaded soldiers with cold eyes, his face full of unwillingness, and thought to himself, big brother, your subordinates are all such people who are greedy for life and afraid of death, how can you win the war? Don't worry, when the Ming army comes to Canglan City, I will definitely avenge you!
At night and dawn, the capital city is full of festive New Year atmosphere early in the morning. With the sound of firecrackers outside, children put on new clothes and tiger hats and are playing in the streets and alleys!
The common people posted Spring Festival couplets and the words "Fu" early in the morning. Everyone was laughing and cheering. Seeing their neighbors, they kept saying New Year greetings and saying auspicious words. Today is New Year's Eve, which is the most grand festival in China. Everyone is busy. I have been looking forward to this happy holiday for a whole year!
The people celebrate the New Year happily, and the palace is naturally even more grand. The maids and eunuchs start preparing early in the morning, with various table flowers, meal settings, etc., they are very busy!
Zhu Yuejun sat alone on the beauty's couch, looking at the memorial in front of her. There was no New Year's joy on her face. Her thoughts were all on the Far East war zone. Although Zhao Xuanyi captured the twin cities in one day, Zhu Yuejun couldn't help but start to worry.
It is understandable that Zhao Xuanyi is capable, but according to the secret report from the Moon Guard, Zhao Xuanyi also signed a military order with Tang Wujie. This made Zhu Yuejun start to worry that although the first battle was successful, the Jurchen tribe could seize five cities so quickly. Representing them is not that simple!
Seeing that Zhu Yuejun was very worried, Nan Zhu asked softly, "Elder Princess, the newly made clothes for you have been prepared. You will wear them when attending the banquet today. Do you need to try them on first? If there is something wrong with you?" It’s comfortable and can be changed!”
After Zhu Yuejun heard this, he waved his hand, "No need, they know exactly how big my clothes are. Hasn't there been any news from the Far East from the Moon Guard in the past few days?"
"It seems not. The servants have already given the order. If they have any news, it will be sent to our Mingyue Palace as soon as possible, so the eldest princess can rest assured!"
How could Zhu Yuejun not be worried? Facing five cities, Zhao Xuan took 500 Qilin Guards with him before leaving. If he had known better, he would have asked him to take some more Moon Guards, otherwise he would be too lonely!
"How are the preparations for the banquet going?" Zhu Yuejun asked, rubbing his head.
"Everything is ready. Xilan and Yuan Mei are watching over there!"
Zhu Yuejun nodded, "I'll take a rest for a while. When it's time for the banquet, you can call me again!"
"Yes!" Nanzhu said, slowly exited the room and closed the door.
Zhu Yuejun lay gently on the beauty's couch, slowly closed her eyes, and rested.
Two hours later, Nan Zhu hurriedly came outside the room and knocked on the door softly, "Princess, there is a message from the Far East!"
Zhu Yuejun woke up instantly and hurriedly sat up, "Quick, bring it here!"
Nan Zhu walked into the room and sent the folding paper to Zhu Yuejun. Zhu Yuejun opened it and saw clearly written on it that Zhao Xuanyi had recaptured Qinggang City!
Zhu Yuejun smiled instantly, put the fold aside and said, "Change my clothes!"
"Yes!" Nan Zhu hurriedly took the newly made dress.
Zhu Yuejun put on a new dress and came to Changning Hall. Seeing that the emperor, queen and all the princes had already arrived, Zhu Yuejun bowed slightly and said, "Brother, the queen and Yuejun are late!"
"Hahaha! It's not too late or too late, hurry up and take a seat!" Zhu Chufeng said with a smile.
Zhu Yuejun looked at Zhu Chufeng, "Brother Emperor, today is New Year's Eve, a day for the whole country to celebrate. Yuejun has a good news to tell you!"
"Oh? What good news is this?" Zhu Chufeng asked with a smile.
"I received a letter from the Far East Theater this morning. General Zhao Xuanyi has captured Qinggang City. Three of the five cities have been recaptured. Now General Zhao is still trying his best to recapture the remaining two as soon as possible!"
When Zhu Chufeng heard this, a smile appeared on his face, and he was very happy, "Okay! Okay! This New Year's news really makes me happy! Hahaha!"
When Zhu Zhelin heard that Zhao Xuanyi had recaptured another city, a strange smile appeared on his face, "Father, since General Zhao is so brave and has brought good news on this happy day, shouldn't Father reward him?"
After hearing this, Zhu Chufeng couldn't help but nod, "The prince is right. After Zhao Xuanyi went on the expedition, good news continued, so he should be rewarded. Lord Yue, tell me, what should I reward him?"
When Zhu Yuejun heard this, he rolled his eyes, "Brother, Yuejun doesn't think this matter is urgent. It won't be too late to wait until Zhao Xuanyi returns in triumph! And now Zhao Xuanyi is as powerful as a rainbow. If he is given a reward at this moment, if Being arrogant may be detrimental to future wars!"
Zhu Chufeng nodded, "There is still Yuejun who is thoughtful about everything. Okay, I will follow Yuejun's advice. After Zhao Xuanyi comes back, I will give you the reward. Come on, let's raise a glass together and wish me good luck in the Ming Dynasty, peace and prosperity for the country and the people!"
"Long live, long live, long live the emperor!" Everyone raised their glasses and drank together!
Just as the royal family celebrated New Year's Eve, Zhao Xuanyi led all the troops and arrived outside Canglan City. Tang Yue immediately sent someone to set up Zhao Xuanyi as the battalion commander. He sat on a chair and looked at Canglan City in the distance. This is the largest of the five lost cities!
Moreover, the city wall is nearly seven feet high. The city wall is entirely made of granite. There are also additions on the outside of the city wall. It looks indestructible. Even if the catapults come, they may not be able to get a bargain!
I heard that there were 2,500 soldiers inside, as well as a tough one! It is the most difficult to defeat among the five cities. The city walls are strong, the generals are powerful, and the troops are numerous. There are no advantages at all.
Ruotang stood on horseback and looked at the Canglan City in front of him, feeling a little afraid in his heart. Although his military strength was twice that of the opponent, it was said that the soldiers in Canglan City were all elite soldiers, completely different from the soldiers in other cities. It's not the same level, and there's Sochuronan guarding it!
That was a noble among the Jurchen tribe. Not only did they have a strong family background, but I heard that every man of the Suochuluo family was very brave and good at fighting, so this city in front of them was a real tough nut!
On the city wall of Canglan City, there was a group of strong men standing, led by a man of about thirty-five years old, none other than Suo Chuo Ronan. His father was the leader of a Jurchen tribe. He has followed his father in many battles since he was young. He is seasoned and has rich experience. He is a veritable general!
Moreover, the soldiers and generals in Canglan City were all hand-picked by him. These soldiers are definitely not trash like building fortifications on the beach. Every one of them has been on the battlefield and experienced great battles!
In addition, the Canglan city wall was so strong. Suo Chuo Ronan looked at the neat army on the opposite side with a contemptuous smile on his face, "Is it this group of people that has won three cities in a row?"
"Yes, General! But the defenders of those three cities are useless, and they are incomparable to our army. Now all the soldiers and generals are fully prepared, just waiting for your order!" Heshe Lijue respected said.
Suo Chuo Ronan turned to look at He Shelijue, "I heard that your brother was killed by the enemy general?"
"Yes! Brother, he is careless!" Heshelijue said with his head lowered.
Suo Chuo Ronan patted He Shelijue on the shoulder, "I know you are not as stupid as him. Don't worry, I will give you a chance to take revenge!"
"Thank you, General!"
Suo Chuo Ronan looked at the Ming Dynasty's army. They were standing there, neither attacking nor retreating, as if they were setting up camp. What did this mean? "Look at the Ming army, what's going on? How do they plan to capture our city?"
Heshelijue looked at it and then shook his head, "My subordinates don't understand. Maybe they are scared and don't dare to attack!"
"Is that so?" Suo Chuo Ronan asked, somewhat unsure.
Zhao Xuanyi sat on a chair, drank hot tea, and looked at the city wall opposite. He estimated that the other party was also ready. Zhao Xuanyi looked at Li Hanyan aside, "Daughter-in-law, it's your turn to show off your power today! You always say kill." It's no use killing seven or eight, so let me show you what you are capable of today!"
Li Hanyan snorted coldly, "Okay, today I will let you see what your wife is capable of. How many soldiers and horses can you give me?"
When Zhao Xuanyi heard this, he laughed, "What cavalry? I'm not asking you to attack the city!"
"Then what do you want me to do?"
"Go alone to call the formation. I heard that there are some very powerful warriors in their city. Fight them one by one. Remember, kill if you can. If you can't defeat, come back immediately. Don't get hurt. Be careful!" Zhao Xuanyi! said.
"Just them? Do you still want to hurt me? What a dream!" After Li Hanyan finished speaking, she grabbed the reins of the horse!
"Let me go! If you dare to ride Aoxue to charge into the battlefield again, I will beat you!" Zhao Xuanyi shouted loudly.
Li Hanyan pursed her lips and let go of Aoxue's reins, "Stingy!"
Zhao Xuanyi smiled and looked at Shen Wei, "How are you preparing?"
Shen Wei smiled slightly, "Don't worry, young master, everything is ready!"
"Okay, put on twenty Qilin Guards and raid the formation for Madam!"
"Yes!" Shen Wei looked at the Qilin Guards, "Wang Yunlong, Su Xiaoding, put on your eighteen brothers and follow me to capture the formation for the young lady!"
"Yes!" Twenty Qilin guards immediately stood up, holding swords in their hands, Tianyi bows on their backs, and Ziwu mandarin ducks hanging on their waists. They looked very domineering!
"Drive!" Li Hanyan mounted her horse, holding Fang Tian's painted halberd tightly in her hand, and headed directly towards Canglan City. Shen Wei followed closely behind with the Qilin Guards!
Suo Chuo Ronan saw a woman rushing over on horseback on the opposite side, her eyes full of strangeness. "The enemy only sent one woman here. What does this mean? Is it humiliating us?"
Heshe Lijue was also a little confused. With so many soldiers and horses, why did the opponent just come over to photograph the woman?
Tang Yue saw Li Hanyan rushing over and turned to look at Zhao Xuanyi, "General Zhao, we are not going to attack you with a sneak attack or a rain of arrows today? Why did you let your lady go alone?"
Zhao Xuanyi shook his head, "I have used both sneak attacks and arrow rain. For such a strong and crowded city, these two methods are ineffective, so I asked Han Yan to go and call the formation!"
After Tang Yue heard this, he looked at Li Hanyan who was walking forward and instantly understood, "General Zhao is planning to kill chickens to scare monkeys, kill generals to establish power, and defeat their morale from the bottom of their hearts! It's really high!"
"Uh...? Haha, General Tang is still very knowledgeable. Isn't that how the art of war is used?" Zhao Xuanyi said with a smile.
"..." Why did Tang Yue feel that his guess just now seemed to surprise Zhao Xuanyi? What does it mean? Is it possible that his plan is not to kill the general to establish his power and kill the opponent's spirit? If not, what else could it be?
"General Zhao, since we want your wife to leave the station, why don't we go to the front of the battlefield to cheer her on?" Tang Yue asked.
Zhao Xuanyi rubbed his waist with his hands, his face was very embarrassed, "I accidentally slipped my waist when I was sleeping last night. I will just sit down today. I am really helpless!"
"What? Did your waist slip while sleeping?" Tang Yue thought to himself, is this possible? Um? Why is the maid next to her named Zi Yuan so blushing? Is it hot?
Li Hanyan came to the foot of Canglan City, Fang Tian painted a halberd on the ground, and pointed his jade finger to the top of the city wall, "I am the wife of Zhao Xuanyi, the general of the Qilin Camp of the Ming Dynasty. I heard that how many of your Jurchen tribe can fight? But in my opinion, you Jurchen tribe The men are just like that, not as brave and good at fighting as my Ming girl. I wonder if there is anyone who can hold a sword and a gun? Come down and compete with this girl?"
All the soldiers in Canglan City heard that a girl dared to stand under the city and scream. It was really unbearable. How does this look down on my Jurchen warriors?
