boom!
Thunder light escapes from the sky, flying stars chase lightning, and the surging air waves aroused shatter the surrounding sea of clouds. This is the thunder escape technique of the Lightning Mother. It was learned from the national master Li Daoxuan, and it is the most advanced escape technique in the world.
Among the four pillars of the country, she is not the most powerful, but she is the fastest.
However, a bright sword light followed her like a shadow, piercing the clouds and the moon, the sword energy was vertical and horizontal, and it did not fall behind in speed.
In the end, even the arrogant Dian Mu had to admit that she could not get rid of the other party.
In this era where men rule the roost and dominate the world, both women are rare heroes and heroines among women, so naturally they are interested in competing.
Dian Mu lost, but admired her even more.
In the evening, they finally saw Li Jing's army.
Banners were everywhere, military aura soared into the sky, and their voices were majestic. If they hadn't been profound in moral conduct, and were struck by this murderous aura, the magic power in their bodies would collapse, and then they would fall like a bird with broken wings.
Taiwei frowned and said: "The army marching like this is a bit too ostentatious."
Although she didn't understand the art of war, she also knew that soldiers are valuable and quick. However, Li Jing went on the expedition for several days and only walked these roads without mentioning it. He also ordered people to beat drums to boost morale at every turn.
I was simply afraid that the enemy wouldn't find out.
"Gong Wei is a famous general of the Tang Dynasty. Your Majesty has given him the power to control the three armies. We will just obey the order. Let's go. Let's go see Duke Wei and ask if he wants to know."
Dian Mu is a Hidden Dragon and a member of the Imperial Master's disciples. Although she has a high and powerful position, she also knows that marching and fighting are as far apart as mountains. She is far away from Weiguo Gong, so she does not dare to question it easily.
Moreover, before setting off, the National Adviser had warned her not to use her status as Hidden Dragon to dictate matters in the army. When she arrived at the front line, she must obey General Li Jing's instructions in everything. If she dared to disobey military orders, she would not need to defend the country. If you use his hands publicly, he will clean up the door.
Taiwei nodded. Li Jing's name was like a thunder to her ears, and she was also a little curious about this famous general in the world.
The two descended from the clouds, and Dian Mu revealed her identity, showed her waist card, and asked to see General Li Jing.
The sergeant respected him very much and took the two of them to the Chinese army commander's camp.
General Li Jing was dressed in golden armor and riding a white horse. He stood out in the night, but whether it was an illusion or not, Taiwei always felt a little disappointed.
The aura of this world-famous general is not as powerful as expected, and he seems a little... nervous?
He kept swallowing, and the right hand holding the sword trembled slightly.
Ordinary people might not notice these details, but how could they be hidden from her eyes?
Is it possible that even the Duke of Wei, Li Jing, is so afraid of the Hidden Dragon?
At this moment, Mother Dian's voice suddenly sounded, with a mixture of confusion and murderous intent.
"Turn around, take off your helmet and do it immediately!"
General Li Jing showed a wry smile, then took off his helmet and slowly turned around, revealing a handsome face.
Lightning flashed in Dian Mu's eyes, and she said coldly: "You are not Duke Wei!"
The other party's appearance is somewhat similar to Li Jing's, but he is too young, and he even put some disguise on his face.
Taiwei was startled. With her temperament, she found it a bit unbelievable. The commander-in-chief of the Tang Dynasty, General Li Jing, who was responsible for controlling the three armies, was actually replaced by someone?
'Li Jing' cupped his fists and saluted, and said with a wry smile: "Please forgive Mother Dian. I am Li Derjian. My father is no longer in the camp at the moment."
Li Derjian was Li Jing's eldest son and served as a young eunuch in the army.
"Where is the general?" Mother Dian asked.
Li Derjian looked into the distance, with a trace of worry and a trace of pride in his eyes.
"My father is now deeply embedded in the enemy's territory. He wants to... decide the outcome in one battle!"
…
Occupy Xiangcheng.
This is the most prosperous city of the Turks, as well as its heart and political center. The nominal leader of the Turks, Jieli Khan, lives in this city.
On the city wall, people from the Tang Dynasty were hanged on it every day.
Since the Tang Dynasty declared war, the Turks have been extremely angry. The Tang people, who have always been bullied by them and swallowed their anger like pigs and dogs, dare to declare war?
What else is there to say about the numerous blood feuds that will only end with the destruction of the country, and that the Tang army will be defeated only after they step into the royal court?
Simply ridiculous!
The angry Turks killed several plundered Tang people every day and hung them on the city wall. Now they were so densely packed that they looked like dumplings.
The stinky bones did not restrain themselves, but were allowed to be eaten by vultures.
As night falls, Zhanxiang City becomes quiet, and the soldiers on duty on the city wall are also yawning.
Thirty miles outside the city, smoke and dust were billowing, and iron hooves sounded.
Three thousand horses galloped through the starry night. All the soldiers wore only light armor and were dusty, but their eyes were firm and murderous.
The fluttering battle flag still carries blood stains that cannot be washed away, and the golden Chinese character Tang flutters in the night wind.
Apparently this army had just experienced a bloody battle.
However, Generalissimo Li Jing, who was supposed to guard the three armies, led a light cavalry of only 3,000 people and appeared in the hinterland of the Turks, Wang Tingzhanxiang.
Even three of the four pillars of the Tang Dynasty, Tianpeng, Zhurong and Erlangshen, were with him.
Li Jing tightened the reins and stopped.
Three thousand elite cavalry also stopped, and they all looked at the figure in golden armor, worshiping him like a god.
"Soldiers, for three days and three nights, I took you along the ancient yellow sand road, bypassed the outer city of Tujue, attacked for eight hundred miles, and killed the guard of Evil Yang Ridge. Now, we finally arrived at Zhanxiang City."
Li Jing looked at these soldiers who were either young or no longer young.
The youngest among them is nineteen years old, and the oldest is fifty-nine years old. Each one of them is an elite soldier selected by him from hundreds of thousands of troops.
Although there were only 3,000 men, it only took an hour to capture Evil Sun Ridge, and then arrived at the gate of the Turkic King without stopping.
"I know every one of you is tired, and so am I."
Li Jingqiang pulled out the sword from his waist with a loud sound, and there was a trace of fighting intent in his deep eyes.
"But we can't rest yet, because the Turks are killing our compatriots, plundering our food, coveting our land, and trampling on our dignity!"
His voice was like a bell, and his eyes seemed to be burning with blazing fire.
"But tonight, we will personally wash away the shame of the Tang Dynasty and create a history that belongs to us!"
"Soldiers, you are not only the sons of your father and mother, but also the sons of the Tang Dynasty. After this battle, we may be buried in a foreign land, but even if our souls return to our hometown, we are worthy of being the backbone of the mountains and rivers."
"I, Li Jing, swear to be with you, life and death!"
Li Jing saw the flames in everyone's eyes, which were silent flames and silent thunder.
"Send my military order, Su Dingfang!"
"The general is here!"
"You mobilize three hundred men and horses, each holding a battle flag, and scatter them in all directions to make noise!"
"promise!"
"Xue Rengui."
"The general is here!"
"You lead two thousand troops and attack from the left flank of Zhanxiang City."
"promise!"
Li Jing looked at the gloomy night sky, his eyes sparkling and his heart full of pride.
"The battle to destroy the country is happening today. Soldiers, follow me and charge!"
…
The security in Zhanxiang City was not very tight, it could even be said to be quite relaxed. In the royal court, Jieli Khan was singing and dancing all day long, so happy.
After all, no matter how great the war was, it could not affect Zhanxiang City.
"Haha, Khan, I think Datang is just bluffing. That Li Jing is a famous general, bah, his marching speed is worse than a snail!"
"Yes, there were people playing gongs and drums along the way. Those who didn't know better thought they were going to perform for us!"
Many people laughed in the royal court.
Jieli Khan waved his hand and said with a smile: "No, in my opinion, Li Jing is a smart man."
"Oh? Why did Khan say that?"
Jieli Khan drank the wine in his glass and said with a drunken smile: "Li Jing knew that he was no match for my Turks, so he marched slowly on purpose."
"Then he's not afraid of Li Shimin being blamed?"
"Ha ha!"
Jieli Khan laughed loudly and said: "Li Shimin is just a child with a yellow mouth. Didn't I scare him so much that he killed his horse in a toast and gave up the wealth of Chang'an City by the Weishui River?"
"The Tang Dynasty's troops were just a show by Li Shimin to win over the people. How dare their cats and dogs dare to compete with our Turks?"
He slapped the table and said confidently: "Believe it or not, within ten days, Li Shimin will send someone to ask for peace."
At first, when the Tang Dynasty declared war and sent troops, he was a little worried. However, Li Jing marched so slowly, and his perfunctory intentions were obvious. However, as a king, Li Shimin did not hold him accountable.
It was obvious that the monarch and his ministers were just acting, and it was something tacitly understood.
"In the Tang Dynasty, the only thing worth worrying about is Li Daoxuan."
Jieli Khan sighed.
Hearing the name Li Daoxuan, the heated atmosphere in the venue suddenly fell silent, as if a basin of cold water had been poured over his head.
Except for the Tang Dynasty, all countries in the world are afraid of this name.
At this time, a person said: "Your Majesty, don't worry too much. Although Li Daoxuan is strong, we have the high priest and other capable people. Counting the time, the high priest and the others should be back."
"Yes, and as long as Li Daoxuan leaves Chang'an, his strength will be greatly reduced, and he may not be the opponent of the high priest!"
Everyone expressed their agreement, and the atmosphere slowly became warm again.
But at this moment, there was a sudden roar outside, like an explosion. The mountains shook instantly, shouts of killing continued, and there was a commotion.
"How is this going?"
Jieli Khan asked with a stern face.
A soldier ran over in a hurry, his eyes filled with fear.
"Khan, it's bad, Tang Army... Tang Army has invaded!"
"fart!"
Jieli Khan cursed angrily: "The Tang army is still six hundred miles away from here. Did they fall from the sky?"
"Khan, it's really the Tang army, and it seems to be... Li Jing's army!"
Jieli Khan laughed and said: "This is even more wrong. Li Jing's whereabouts have always been under our surveillance. How could he be here?"
He got on his horse and said hello: "Come, follow me to see where the bandits are causing trouble!"
He led his men and horses to the city gate, only to find that the place was already raging and engaged in a fierce battle. He climbed up the city wall and looked around. There were actually Li Tang's military flags in the night, and all he could hear were the sounds of war horses.
Jieli Khan's heart suddenly froze. Could it be that Tang Jun is really here?
He still had a hint of doubt, but at this moment, the city gate was blown open with a roar, and fire shot into the sky.
Then a magnificent war horse stepped through the flames. The man on its back was wearing golden armor and holding a long sword. There were dots of flames on the blood-colored cloak. His features were strong and his eyes were resolute and sharp.
"kill!!!"
Li Jing cut off the head of a certain Turkic general with one sword, then pointed his sword at the royal court and charged forward.
Behind him, there were countless Tang Dynasty cavalry stepping through the fire. The sharp edges of their swords illuminated the night sky, and the blazing flames burned in their eyes.
The three armies shouted, and the royal court trembled!
The cavalry of the Tang Dynasty were like a torrent of steel, flying out and crushing the royal court. With their indomitable momentum, they smashed the defense line just formed by the Turkic soldiers.
Jieli Khan stared at this scene blankly, as if struck by lightning.
"It's Li Jing...it's really Li Jing!"
He never expected that Li Jing would actually dare to come and come so quickly!
…
"kill!!!"
A cavalryman of the Tang Dynasty charged and killed among the Turkic soldiers wantonly. He was holding a broadsword and was very skilled in martial arts. Every time he slashed with the sword, a Turkic soldier's head flew out.
Such bravery naturally attracted more attention, and an arrow was shot at him, grazing his scalp and sending the helmet flying.
The white hair was scattered, and the moonlight illuminated the tiger eyes. There was no trace of fear in them, but full of hatred and pleasure.
If Li Daoxuan were here, he would recognize that this person is the former governor of Deng, Jia Huo.
After all of Jia Huo's memories were awakened by Li Daoxuan, Jia Huo became confused and turned gray overnight. He was then escorted to Beijing, where the emperor expressed his dismay.
He thought he was going to be beheaded, but what he didn't expect was not the executioner, but an edict from His Majesty with only one sentence.
"A man of the Tang Dynasty acted as an iron horse and fought with blood."
He had been looking at those words in a daze, and finally burst into tears and burst into tears.
After that, he returned to the Xuanjia Army again, followed General Li Jing in the expedition to Mobei, and was lucky enough to be selected among the three thousand people.
He is the oldest person on this trip and will be sixty years old in two months.
But he had never felt that he was so young.
The silent blood surged in the chest. It was a long-lost feeling, strange and familiar at the same time. The only regret was that the brothers who had gone through life and death were no longer around.
"kill!!!"
Jia Huo's white hair danced wildly, like an old lion, galloping freely in the Turkic army formation, completely red-eyed.
One, two, three...
As he killed, he counted in his mind.
A family of thirteen, all died due to the Turks, and those brothers who died, he must avenge them.
When the count reached twenty-three, an arrow hit the horse, causing blood to splash.
Jia Huo fell from his horse, but immediately got up and slashed the two men to death again with his sword.
twenty five!
At this moment, a spear pierced his abdomen. Jia Huo's hand holding the knife froze, and his breathing sound was like a heavy bellows.
After all, he was too old. He had killed twenty-five enemies and fell off his horse. His physical strength could no longer keep up.
However, he shouted loudly, stepped forward suddenly, and let the spear penetrate him. He came to the Turkic general and stabbed his heart with a knife.
"Twenty-six...that's enough."
Jia Huo grinned, and blood flowed out freely, dyeing his beard red.
The next moment, countless spears pierced his body.
Jia Huo raised his eyes and saw the Tang Dynasty flag fluttering on the city wall. He finally breathed his last breath of relief and smiled.
In a daze, he seemed to see those brothers who had gone through life and death again.
Zhen Bao, Qiao Lie, Mi Jingmao, Liu Laosi, Xiao Wu...
They are still so young, looking at themselves with wine glasses in their hands, smiling brightly.
"Head, you're here!"
"Head, come and have a drink!"
"Head, hurry up, I'm waiting for you!"
Jia Huo had tears in his eyes. He laughed loudly and walked towards the crowd. His pale face and white hair gradually became younger and more heroic.
"Xiaowu, you bastard, if you dare to take my seat, get out of here!"
"I'm not bragging to you, I will follow General Li Jing to destroy the Turks..."
...(End of chapter)
