Lu Xuan's army rested and reorganized, and continued to expand the camp. The surrounding area for several miles was occupied by the army. The camp has planned school grounds, kitchens, toilets and other areas to ensure the operation of the entire camp.
At the same time, the army also went out to look for food. It was necessary to expand the army's food reserves and prepare for a protracted war. The auxiliary soldiers in the army are also actively preparing equipment and making siege equipment.
When traveling long distances, many siege equipment are not easy to carry.
The best way is to make it in situ.
In just two or three days, the camp took on a new look, and all the grain and grass in the rear were sent to a special storage location. The water source of the camp was also protected, and everything was in order.
Lu Xuan didn't have much to do in the army, so he just patrolled the place and learned about the camp's defense and other conditions.
On this day, Lu Xuangang inspected the armies led by Xiahou Dun, Ma Chao and others, and each was training soldiers. As soon as he returned to the Chinese army's tent, Guan Yu hurriedly came and reported: "Your Majesty, the sentinel reported that there are a group of Roman troops coming to the east and south of our camp."
Lu Xuan looked calm and said: "It seems normal when the Roman army comes. If the Roman army does not come, it would be abnormal. Pass the order and notify everyone to gather for discussion."
"Here!"
The soldier immediately went to deliver the order.
Not long after, Cao Cao, Guo Jia, Huang Zhong, Ma Chao, Xiahou Dun, as well as Gao Shun, Zhang Ren and Zhang Liao all came to gather.
Everyone entered the camp with serious expressions.
Everyone knew that the gathering was for war, so their eyes were full of fighting spirit. They had no fear or cowardice, only expectation, and they all wanted to destroy the Roman army.
When Lu Xuangang was about to speak, another sentry came in to report the news and said: "Your Majesty, there are also troops coming from Constantinople. Pope Sepuus of Rome is coming with a large army in our direction."
"I know, let's explore again!"
Lu Xuan waved his hand and gave an order.
The sentry retreated, and after Lu Xuan thought for a while, he said: "Currently, various armies stationed near Constantinople City, especially the Roman armies from our east and south directions, are coming, plus Seppu Si took the initiative to leave the city and personally command the attack on our camp, in order to completely annihilate us."
"This situation has also achieved our goal."
"We mobilized all the Roman troops huddled in Constantinople, and we took the initiative."
"This is our opportunity."
Lu Xuan looked around and said loudly: "In this battle with Rome, they took the initiative, and we have to fight them one by one. Here in Sepuus, there is no rush to attack directly, but the ones to the east and south The Roman army must be the first to stop the attack, who is willing to lead the army to stop it?”
Ma Chao stood up first and said loudly: "Your Majesty, I am willing to go east to attack."
Xiahou Dun said: "Your Majesty, the general is also willing to go to the east."
Zhang Liao came to Constantinople with Guo Jia before and the plan failed. Now that he is back, he wants to make meritorious service and make up for his mistakes. He also takes the initiative and says: "Your Majesty, the general is willing to lead troops to the south to attack."
Gao Shun said: "Your Majesty, the general is also willing to go to the south."
Others did not take a position.
This battle has just begun. Many people believe that there will be many battles to come and there will be enough opportunities to make meritorious deeds. Especially staying in the military camp and having the opportunity to face Pope Sepuus is a big fish.
Lu Xuan nodded and said: "In that case, the armies belonging to Xiahou Dun and Ma Chao form an army to attack the army from the east. The number of Roman troops in the east is about 30,000, and you only have 20,000 elites. Do you have enough troops?"
Ma Chao said with high spirits: "Your Majesty, that's enough. Even if they number as many as 50,000 or 100,000 people, I'm not afraid. We, the Ming Dynasty, have 20,000 elites and we can definitely win this battle."
Xiahou Dun said: "Your Majesty, please rest assured that we will win this battle."
Lu Xuan nodded, looking like he believed in Xiahou Dun and Ma Chao. Both of them are strong men on the battlefield. Xiahou Dun is brave and Ma Chao is brave. When they charge into battle on the battlefield, Lu Xuan believes that they can win.
Lu Xuan looked at Gao Shun and Zhang Liao again and said, "You invite me to fight in the south. Your combined strength is only 20,000 people. According to the current situation, the south also has about 30,000 people. Can it resist?"
"able!"
Zhang Liao replied loudly.
His eyes were bright and he said: "Your Majesty, the general must not only resist, but also destroy the opponent in one go and win this battle. If the enemy is not defeated in this battle, the general will not withdraw his troops."
Gao Shun was serious about his words, but said loudly: "Your Majesty, please rest assured, this battle will be won."
Lu Xuan waved his hand and said, "In that case, let's mobilize our troops."
"Here!"
Ma Chao, Xiahou Dun, Zhang Liao and Gao Shun all answered, turned around and left in a hurry.
Lu Xuan looked around at the people who stayed in the camp and said: "Now that Sepuus is here, my plan is to defend and deplete Sepuus' morale. Then, our army will counterattack with all its strength and directly attack the opponent. You how about?"
Guo Jia said: "I think it is feasible, but considering that Sepuus has left Constantinople and mobilized the army. This means that Constantinople is now empty, and David, the Roman The Grand Duke had the opportunity to take action and take down Constantinople. Therefore, I suggested that someone contact David and ask him to take action. As long as Seppus was defeated on the front line, David would be ready to attack and kill Seppus who was about to withdraw. Puus.”
Lu Xuan nodded and said, "Fengxiao's suggestion is feasible, you can arrange it. In a word, no matter what David arranges, if he can help the Ming Dynasty and make contributions to the Ming Dynasty, I will not hesitate to reward him."
"Here!"
Guo Jia also responded quickly.
He turned around to make arrangements. Cao Cao and others were left in the tent. Lu Xuan stood up and ordered: "Sepuus is here. Come with me to the gate of the camp and wait for Sepuus to come."
Everyone agreed in unison and followed Lu Xuan out of the tent and came to the entrance of the camp.
A fence has long been erected at the entrance to the camp. Trenches were dug outside the fence to ensure that intruders could be stopped. In addition, catapults, bows and crossbows are all prepared in the camp.
All defensive supplies are ready.
Lu Xuan waited. Fortunately, it didn't take long before he saw a dense Roman army arriving outside the camp.
Large numbers of troops began to form formations.
There are not only infantry, but also cavalry, but the cavalry wears armor, while the infantry just wear ordinary clothes without armor. When it comes to the equipment of the soldiers, the equipment of these people is obviously not as good as that of the Ming army soldiers under Lu Xuan.
The soldiers under Lu Xuan's command are all fully equipped, not only with armors and helmets, but also with various equipment.
The sound of the horn resounded outside the camp.
After a while, the sound of the horns died down, and it was Sepuus who came to the front of the military formation in a carriage. He looked around Lu Xuan's camp and nodded slightly when he saw that Lu Xuan's camp was heavily guarded.
As expected of Lu Xuan.
The defense in the camp was very strict and not messy at all. However, such a camp cannot be defended and will definitely be broken by him.
He will definitely win this battle.
Rome must win.
After some mental construction, Sepuus said loudly: "Emperor Lu Xuan of the Ming Dynasty, I am the pope of the Roman Empire. It will be the biggest mistake of your life for you to lead the Ming army into Rome."
"Some people can be provoked, and you can take advantage of them and make some gains. But some people cannot be provoked."
"I, Rome, am not someone you can mess with."
Sepuus raised his hand and said loudly: "Almighty God's blessing, today's battle will plunge your Ming Dynasty into an abyss. Lu Xuan, you will regret it because of today's battle."
