Arrows rained down from the top of Jian City. Lu Ji only blocked for a moment before the spiritual armor on his shoulder was shot to pieces, and a carved feather penetrated deeply into the gap between his shoulder blades.
Lu Ji screamed out in pain, not daring to delay any longer, turned his horse's head, fled in panic, and was defeated back to the main formation.
When he saw Zhong Tian, Lu Ji turned over and dismounted, covering the arrow wound on his shoulder with one hand, and shouted urgently: "Your Majesty, Qiu Yue, the Lord of Jian City, is so bold that he surrendered to the Tianyuan Army and refused to let our army enter the city!"
"This thief deserves to die!" Zhong Tian is not blind. Lu Jiji also saw the arrow shot by Jian Cheng just now. He gritted his teeth and cursed, turned his head to fight Wushuang and said: "General Wushuang, Jian Cheng's troops are not many, we should respond
Attack the city in one go!"
Zhan Wushuang stared at the city in front of him and said nothing for a long time. It can be seen that Jian Cheng's troops are not many, but the city defense is very complete. Not only is the city wall high, but there is also a wide moat outside. Our current soldiers are tired and there are no soldiers in the army.
Even if large-scale siege weapons can attack Jian City, they will probably cause a lot of casualties and delay a lot of time.
After thinking about it, he met Zhong Tian's eyes and said quietly: "Your Majesty's ministers are really an eye-opener for me!"
These words made Zhong Tian blush with embarrassment, and the surrounding Pengchenpeng generals also dared to get angry but did not dare to speak.
Regardless of what Zhong Tian and others thought, Zhan Wushuang immediately ordered: "Bypass Jiancheng and continue to retreat southward!"
Afraid of increasing his own losses, and fearing that the Tianyuan Army from behind would pursue him, Zhan Wushuang did not attack Jian Cheng with a single shot, and chose to go directly around the city. Originally, people planned to enter Jian City to have a good rest, but they never thought that they would have to
He continued to run away without even having time to eat.
After crossing Jian City, Zhan Wudi, who had finished his inspection in the army, caught up with Zhan Wushuang and said in a low voice: "Brother, this is not the way to go. The soldiers have been fighting fiercely for two days and one night, and they haven't eaten anything.
If I keep running, I’m afraid I’ll die from exhaustion!”
Before Zhan Wushuang could speak, Zhong Tian on the side gulped and said, "How about... we stop and rest before we go? It's getting dark now, and the Tianyuan Army probably won't dare to catch up rashly."
"Well..." Zhan Wushuang pondered for a moment, and felt that what Zhan Wudi and Zhong Tian said was right. By now, even he was exhausted, thirsty and hungry, and it was obvious to the soldiers below.
He nodded and asked Zhong Tian: "Where is the place ahead?" He was far less familiar with the terrain of Feng Country than Zhong Tian.
"Three hundred miles ahead is the Textile City. After passing the Textile City, we will reach Ba Pass. As long as we reach Ba Pass, we can retreat to the Mo Kingdom territory at any time..."
Before Zhong Tian could finish speaking, Zhan Wushuang waved his hand impatiently and said, "I'm asking you if there is any hiding place in front where our troops can rest."
"This..." Zhong Tian frowned. He was not very clear about the terrain ahead. Zhong Tian turned around and called a Peng general who was familiar with the terrain and asked: "Is there a suitable place for our army to rest in front?"
General Na Peng thought for a moment and said: "Ten miles ahead, there is a forest beside the official road. Although it is not big, it is enough to accommodate our army."
Zhan Wushuang said oh, rolled his eyes, raised his head and said, "Okay! Our army will go to the forest to rest."
The Peng general was right. After walking for more than ten miles, there was indeed a dark woodland under the official road. It was already dark at this time, and people couldn't see how big the woodland was. When they got closer, they took a look.
, feeling that the forest was not too small, Zhan Wushuang pondered for a while and said: "All our troops should go into the forest to rest! If the enemy does not dare to come, that's all. If they dare to pursue and kill us, our army can just rely on this forest land.
Ambush the opponent!"
Zhan Wushuang is good at commanding troops and is also good at making use of the surrounding environment. This forest is of medium size and close to the official road. In addition, it is dark tonight, so it is a good cover for an ambush.
Zhan Wudi smiled after hearing this, nodded repeatedly, and responded: "Just as big brother sees it!"
Under Zhan Wushuang's order, Ning Jun entered the woods and rested while also setting up an ambush.
On the other side, the Tianyuan Army commanded by Tang Yin arrived at Jian City. Qiu Yue, the lord of Jian City City, stood on the tower and looked up. Although the sky was dark, there were many torches in the Tianyuan Army, one for each person, illuminating the entire army as bright as day.
From a distance, it looks like a huge fire dragon snaking in the dark night.
Looking forward, in front of the Tianyuan Army are all light cavalry. The soldiers are uniformly armored, with black helmets and black armor, red tassels on their heads, and black horses. They are all majestic and high in morale. Looking back, they are all uniform.
The infantry and armor are no different from the cavalry. Their numbers are endless and their momentum is like a giant, swallowing up the heaven and earth.
After reading this, Qiu Yue couldn't help but grin secretly. Fortunately, she listened to the advice of her subordinates and did not become an enemy of the Tianyuan Army. Otherwise, how could her small simple city withstand so many Tianyuan forces?
Army. He vomited at the mouth, turned around and ran down the city wall in a hurry, and ordered people to open the city walls to welcome the Tianyuan Army into the city.
Creaking - with the sound of stabbing, the Jiancheng suspension bridge fell, and the city gate slowly opened. Jiancheng officials and soldiers headed by Qiu Yue left the city one after another. A large group of people stood outside the Jiancheng gate in a dark and dense crowd.
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Tang Yin in the Tianyuan Army saw clearly and smiled at the generals on the left and right: "Qiu Yue is indeed sensible and surrendered to our army." As he spoke, he urged his horses and quickly came forward to meet him.
Seeing this, Ziying hurriedly caught up with Tang Yin. While looking at the situation inside and outside Jian City, he whispered: "Sir, be careful of fraud!"
"Haha! He wouldn't even dare to borrow his courage." Tang Yin confidently shrugged and smiled.
Soon, he walked to the door of Jian City, sat on the horse and did not get off immediately. He lowered his head and looked down at the people in front of him, and said loudly: "I am Tang Yin, and everyone is..."
Ah? Qiu Yue, who was standing at the front of the crowd, took a breath. He had met Tang Yin before. That time, Tang Yin went to Baguan to escort the imperial princess and passed through Jiancheng. But after all, it was a long time ago, and Tang Yin was just a young man at the time.
Corps Commander, Qiu Yue has long forgotten about him.
At this time, he trembled in excitement. Before he could speak, he knelt down in front of Tang Yin's horse. At the same time, he raised the small box in his hand and said, "Qiu Yue, the sinner, has met Mr. Tang!"
Qiu Yue took the initiative to kneel down, and the Jiancheng officials and numerous soldiers behind him also knelt down on the ground, making a continuous sound of cheering.
It is not wrong for him to claim to be a guilty minister. After Zhong Tian usurped the throne, he accepted Zhong Tian as the monarch of the Peng Kingdom with a tacit attitude. Now that Tang Yin has commanded the Tianyuan Army and has basically restored the Feng Kingdom, he naturally cannot escape the blame.
Tang Yin lowered his head and looked at Qiu Yue. This was a typical wallflower, two-sided. When Zhong Tian was in power, he was loyal to Zhong Tian, but now that his own side was in power, he turned to his side. For such a capricious person, Tang Yin would fight against him.
He despises Qiu Yue in his heart. If he had his previous character, he would immediately choose to execute Qiu Yue, but now he is much more mature and understands that everything should focus on the overall situation. If Qiu Yue is executed now, who will dare to ask Qiu Yue in the future?
His own side defected? Maybe there would be chaos in those counties that had surrendered to the Feng Kingdom, so even if he was dissatisfied with Qiu Yue, he had to hold back for the time being and wait until the overall situation was completely stabilized before settling the score with him.
After pausing for a few seconds, Tang Yin turned over and dismounted, helped Qiu Yue up with a smile, and said: "Master Qiu can repent in time and abandon Zhong Tian. Not only is he right, he is also a hero of my gale. Please get up quickly!"
"Master Tang..." She didn't know whether Qiu Yue was really moved or just pretending, but she just squeezed out a few tears.
Tang Yin sneered in his heart, but without any expression on his face, he waved his hand and said to the others: "Everyone, please get up too!"
"Thank you, Lord Tang!" The officials and soldiers in Jiancheng expressed their thanks and stood up.
Tang Yin's eyes fell on the small brocade box held by Qiu Yue and asked: "Master Qiu, what is this?"
Qiu Yue opened the lid of the small box, which contained an official seal. He said in a trembling voice: "I know that my crime is heavy and irreparable, so I am willing to hand over the official seal of the city lord to Mr. Tang."
"Oh!" Tang Yin responded, pushed back the box in Qiu Yue's hand, and said sternly: "I have just said that Master Qiu can repent in time, only merit, not demerit, official seal, Master Qiu should take it back
Well, continue to stay as the Lord of Jian City, and after the national traitors are eliminated, I will report it to the court and reward Lord Qiu."
"Thank you, Mr. Tang, for your kindness! Thank you, Mr. Tang! Mr. Tang's kindness and virtue will be unforgettable for me." After hearing what Tang Yin said, Qiu Yue's heart finally dropped. He knelt down again.
On the ground, I gave Tang Yin a great gift. Tang Yin was a good person and would do it to the end. He stretched out his hand to help Qiu Yue up and said, "Master Qiu, please stop being so polite."
"Master Tang, please come to the city to rest, please!"
Qiu Yue's eyes were beaming with excitement, and even her voice was shaking violently when she spoke. He turned sideways and repeatedly asked Tang Yin to enter the city.
Tang Yin was not polite and walked into Jian City side by side with Qiu Yue.
Shangguan Yuanrang, Yuanwu, Yuanbiao and others followed closely behind Tang Yin, not daring to leave for a moment. It seemed that Qiu Yue was very honest and sincerely surrendered. In fact, who knew what he was thinking.
If an ambush or assassin were ambushed in the city and suddenly attacked Tang Yin, the consequences would be disastrous.
Tang Yin didn't care at all, at least on the surface he looked relaxed and casual. As he walked into the city, he was talking and laughing with Qiu Yue who was walking with him. He asked: "I heard that the national thief Zhong Tian has bypassed Jane."
Did the city run towards Textile City?"
"Yes! Sir!" Qiu Yue was full of energy this time, and said eloquently: "When Zhong Tian arrived in Jian City, he wanted to intimidate the official to let him into the city, but the official was already bent on facing the wind, how could he allow it?
Is this a national thief entering the city? The official ordered on the spot to shoot him with arrows. Unfortunately, Zhong Tian ran fast and could not hurt him..."
Along the way, Qiu Yue talked endlessly about how his heart turned to Dafeng and how he hated Zhong Tian for what he had done, but Tang Yin always smiled in return and did not interrupt. From the surface, it is difficult to tell that he