After waiting for half a month, the main force of Liu Bei's army, led by Zhang Fei, Zhao Yun, Chen Dao, and Wei Yan, was advancing straight towards Yangping Pass.
The sound of carriages and horses can be heard constantly during the march. In this long and narrow valley, only those who move forward unswervingly are qualified to win the final victory.
This is the complete lineup on the frontal battlefield after Zhuge Liang divided his troops.
Although 10% of the 100,000-strong army was lost due to previous defeats, Liu Bei's elite army was still retained and they did not lose their courage to fight.
On the contrary, Zhuge Liang firmly believed that his soldiers would win with a word of mourning. Before approaching Yangping Pass, he told everyone mercilessly:
"You are the most important part of this battle. If you are defeated before my lord and I have captured Dingjun Mountain and disrupted Cao's army's food route, we...will be devastated.
An unprecedented defeat, a defeat that is not even enough to make a comeback."
"So... no matter how strong the enemy is, please generals grit your teeth and hold on to the main force of Cao's army at Yangping Pass!"
There are no overly idealistic calls.
Now that the war has reached this point, no one will treat this as child's play anymore.
Chen Ying and Bao Long were indeed dead. Liu Beijun, who had lost his general before the battle, stood on the cliff at the beginning.
After hearing these words, Zhang Fei, Zhao Yun, Wei Yan and others did not say much. Only clenched fists and heavy nods could represent their mood.
Of course, that's all. Before dividing the troops, Zhuge Liang singled out Wei Yan:
"General Wei Yan - do you know the significance of me being alone among your ten thousand troops?"
"This...strategist...strategist wants me to..."
Wei Yan, who was suddenly singled out, seemed a little unsure of what to say and seemed a little uneasy. He was obviously a general who had experienced hundreds of battles, but he was acting so abnormally at this moment. Seeing this, Zhuge Liang didn't have much to say to criticize.
Simply tell the other person:
"I know General Wei Yan is still angry, but it doesn't matter-"
"Among the main forces, Generals Zhang Fei and Zhao Yun led the front army of 30,000 men and stormed Yangping Pass. General Chen Dao led the right army of 10,000 light cavalry as support, always rushing to support the weak points on the frontal battlefield."
Zhuge Liang showed no mercy this time, pointing directly at Wei Yan with his feather fan and saying:
"General Wei Yan!"
"exist!"
"You will lead a mixed force of 10,000 soldiers and horses as the left army, and guard the shadow of Zomaling Mountain. Be on guard at any time for Cao's army that may attack from Guangshi and Xiabian! You are not allowed to cross Zomaling without my order.
!Did I make it clear?"
"Clear... clear..."
Such a differentiated attitude made Wei Yan very uncomfortable. He just raised his head for a moment and found that many generals were casting scorching glances at him.
Wei Yan, who was ashamed not only of how to respond, was extremely complicated in his heart. Although something called resentment was faintly aroused, but frightened by the gazes of the generals and Liu Bei's eyes at this moment, Wei Yan had no choice but to bow his head and respond respectfully.
:
"Wei Yan...accept the order..."
"good!"
After hearing this, Zhuge Liang finally completed the frontal layout, and what he had to do was actually not much easier than the frontal battlefield.
After all... Dingjun Mountain, no matter which map it is on, is definitely marked as an abandoned mountain. To anyone, this place should be an unknown place - can the soldiers be safe?
Upon arrival, whether the troops and food can be delivered safely, what the offensive situation will be like, and how to retreat if defeated, are all unknown.
But... Zhuge Liang knew that if he could not go beyond his previous limits and turn his attention to those unknown things, he might be suppressed by that guy who knows things like a god for the rest of his life.
"Yi Xiaotian... The battle at Dingjun Mountain will completely determine the outcome of the Battle of Hanzhong, and I will also crush all fears about you in this battle..."
With this thought in his mind, Zhuge Liang let out a long breath.
This is a battle of great significance to many people, so Zhuge Liang is more serious than ever.
"Old General Huang Zhong! Two generals, Lei Bo and Liu Feng! Lead 30,000 light infantry and follow me and my lord to cross the water eastward - the goal is to climb over Micang Mountain! Go straight to Dingjun Mountain!"
"Here!"
Lei Bo and Liu Feng finally got the opportunity to show off their talents. When they heard their names, they were extremely excited. Before, they were worried that they would be left out by Zhuge Liang, but now they have no distracting thoughts in their hearts. They just want to try their best.
Go all out and shine in this battle.
But... they really thought very well, but the reason was just because Zhuge Liang did not express his views on the two of them.
In Zhuge Liang's heart, these two people are still useless, so the reason for letting them follow is exactly the opposite. Wei Yan is alone in the front. If these two people are left together, I am afraid something may happen on the front battlefield.
It's better to just take them with you.
Huang Zhong is the leader of Dingjunshan's group this time - the older and more demonic General Huang is. Although he has never made a move before, Zhuge Liang knows the strength of Huang Zhong, which makes him such a calm veteran.
It's most appropriate to go with me.
In the end--except for Liu Xian who was imprisoned, and Yang Bai who was found and beheaded later, the one who stayed behind and protected the grain road was still Huo Jun, whom Zhuge Liang trusted greatly.
Huo Jun was extremely calm about not being able to participate in the frontal battlefield, and it was this that made Zhuge Liang like this person extremely.
Liu Bei waved his hand, and before the Han River, the 90,000-strong army was divided into two. One group moved forward unswervingly towards Yangping Pass, while the other wave, as the variable of this battle, was personally led by Zhuge Liang and Liu Bei.
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"General! There are still twenty miles! After passing this bend, we can see Yangping Pass!"
"Advance at full speed! Catch Cao Jun by surprise!"
Perhaps only a few hours had passed before the front army led by Zhang Fei and Zhao Yun had already reached the final pass.
As old partners, Zhang Fei and Zhao Yun had both been captured alive by Cao Cao outside Xiangyang City. For them, whether they could win Yangping Pass was also the key to proving themselves.
"Yide! Be careful of your opponent's arrangements in advance, and don't fall into the trap of your opponent again!"
"Don't worry, Zilong! I have sent people to observe the terrain outside Yangping Pass in advance. Although I was defeated last time, I still know the terrain restrictions of Yangping Pass to some extent - they can't make the kind of trap in Xiangyang no matter what.
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There was still fire burning in Zhang Fei's eyes, just like his heart for revenge and avenge.
At this moment, Zhang Fei is obviously more rational than before, but he is also more brave. His physical injuries cannot stop his progress.
"In that case...Yide...let them have a taste of our power!"
After hearing this, Zhao Yun finally felt relieved. Changshan Zhao Zilong, who was burning with fighting spirit, vowed to break the barrier in one battle.
