Like the sound of thunderous hooves, it echoed in the night.
Dou Lan no longer concealed anything. He had to rush into the Han army camp as quickly as possible and rescue Dou Hu and Gengjun.
The war horse seemed to be able to sense the anxiety in Dou Lan's heart, and kept speeding up.
Two thousand cavalry followed Dou Lan and ran in the wilderness. The sound of iron hoofs was like thunder, making the earth tremble...
As soon as we saw it, we were about to arrive at the Han army camp.
Suddenly, there was a rapid banging sound, and countless archers suddenly sprang out from both sides.
As a roar of "shooting arrows" came, arrows rained down.
The Hongze soldiers who were running did not expect that the Han army would ambush outside the camp. Caught off guard, more than a hundred people screamed and fell from their horses. Dou Lan shuddered, secretly said something bad, and called
The horse will go away...
But the sound of the bangs became more rapid, and the arrows continued.
There were thick grass all around, and the night was so dark that it was pitch black. You couldn't see how many archers there were on the other side. You could only hear the arrows shooting through the air, and the sound of hissing was endless. Hongze soldiers were constantly being shot off their horses and fell to the ground.
The wailing continued. Dou Lan waved the big gun with all his strength, firing the arrows that came from all directions, and roared again and again.
"The son of the Cao family only knows tricks, but he dares to fight with a certain family."
The roar was like a wounded beast, extremely shrill.
Dou Lan understood that he lost!
Whether it was Cao Peng's plan or Pang Tong's plan, his every move and even the changes in his thoughts were clearly calculated by the other party. Such an opponent was definitely not something he, Dou Lan, could handle. Now that he had reached this stage
Fields, but I hope you don’t die too cowardly in this battle. At least, you can’t lose the prestige of your ancestors...
As soon as Dou Lan's voice fell, the sound of bangs suddenly stopped.
More than a hundred torches flew roaring from the wormwood bushes and landed in the open space.
As the firelight shone, Dou Lan saw red soldiers all over the place lying in pools of blood and wailing. The ownerless horses ran away in a hurry, letting out mournful screams.
Not far away, on a mound that was not too high, about five or six meters, suddenly the lights were brightly lit. Cao Peng had a liger on his crotch and a square-shaped halberd in his palm, standing proudly on the mound. He followed closely.
Then, from behind the mound, a group of sword and shield wielders rushed out. They were all dressed in black, holding shields and swords, and lined up on the left and right sides of the mound.
The archers disappeared in the wormwood, making no sound.
If it hadn't been for the rain of arrows just now, no one would even know how many Han troops were hiding in the tall wormwood.
"Dou Lan, do you want to fight with a certain person?"
Cao Peng's loud voice came, with a hint of disdain.
Dou Lan's heart tightened and she gritted her teeth, "Cao Youxue, Dou admitted defeat today.
However, it is wishful thinking to want Dou to give up his weapons. He is a descendant of the Dou family, and I will let you know today that this family is powerful."
At this time, Dou Lan put aside all distracting thoughts.
The war horse seemed to feel Dou Lan's determination to die, and it neighed with joy, showing great excitement.
Cao Peng laughed and said, "That's fine, I will convince you today."
As he spoke, the liger looked up to the sky, roared, and rushed down from the mound with its hooves.
The distance between the two was about twenty meters, and the liger didn't seem to be running very fast. But its pace was extremely amazing. It seemed slow, but in the blink of an eye, it was close. Cao Peng and his men
As one, his waist was straight. The big red cloak roared in the air, like a ball of flame rolling. His body seemed to be integrated with the war horse. It undulated with the running of the liger on the horse's back... But
They rise and fall together, but they are integrated. In Dou Lan's eyes, it seems that what is coming is not a person or a horse, but a monster flying in the clouds and mist.
I couldn't help but tremble in my heart!
Dou Lan has a bad premonition...
Although this person is not very old, his skills are probably... not among those of the Xiliang Jinma Chao.
Suddenly, Dou Lan felt that she was old.
Thinking about how prestigious he was when he was galloping in Hongze. Now, with the rise of young generals, Dou Lan feels that he is unable to do what he wants. This Cao Peng has definitely reached the level of a super-class general. The little Xiliang, first of all
Ma Chao, followed by Yan Xing, and now Cao Peng appears. How long can the older generation be able to be prosperous?
But even if he knew he was no match, Dou Lan would not back down.
He roared loudly, leapt on his horse and faced Cao Peng with his spear. The spear trembled like a giant python, stabbing when distracted.
Cao Peng opened the halberd in his hand and looked forward seemingly casually.
Just listen to the clang. After the loud noise, Dou Lan's war horse made a long neigh and retreated continuously. The huge force coming from Fang Tian's painted halberd made Dou Lan's heart beat with fear. This careless halberd was as natural as it was made.
Dou Lan returned without success. His arms were slightly numb, and Dou Lan was secretly frightened. But he did not run away, but instead urged his horse again and rushed towards Cao Peng.
The liger stopped abruptly. Cao Peng sat on his horse and moved the halberd left and right, randomly and without any rules. But it was this chaotic and unstructured dance that made Dou Lan miserable. No matter how many times he used it,
With all his abilities, he was still unable to break through Cao Peng's defense. So the more he fought, the faster he hit, and the gun became faster and faster... Every time the weapons clashed, the strange force coming from Fang Tian's painted halberd made Dou Lan feel uncomfortable and want to
He vomits blood. Sometimes he walks straight, sometimes he spins, sometimes he seems to be there and then disappears, sometimes he has continuous momentum, sometimes he is fierce and unyielding, and he seems to be tearing apart mountains.
After more than a dozen rounds, Dou Lan was sweating profusely, her arms were sore, and she was panting like an ox.
Cao Peng suddenly pulled his horse back and said with a loud smile: "General Dou, if you can take my halberd, I will let you go today."
As he spoke, the liger's huge body suddenly stumbled backwards, and then leapt into the air with a cry.
Fang Tian's painted halberd drew a strangely bright arc of light in mid-air, like a thunder, roaring towards Dou Lan.
Dou Lan roared loudly, exerted all his strength in his arms, and used his full Dantian Qi to raise his gun to meet him.
clang!
The spears and halberds intersected, and a huge force came like a mountain.
Dou Lan felt a sweet feeling in her throat, and she spurted out a mouthful of blood. It was as if her whole body had been drained of bones. She leaned on the horse and turned around to leave.
This guy is simply too fierce!
It must have been Ma Mengqi who came here, but that's it...
Dou Lan fled in despair, and the Han army was about to pursue him as soon as he spoke.
Cao Peng raised his halberd high to stop the Han army's pursuit. The liger took two steps forward. Cao Peng stirred up his Dantian energy and shouted in a loud voice: "General Dou, I will spare your life today. Before noon tomorrow, if you return,
If you don't make a choice, if the army moves, the red water will gather all the chickens and dogs. When the time comes, don't blame me for being ruthless and not giving face to the champion."
The sound spread far away, and Dou Lan heard it very clearly.
He felt as if there was a surge of energy in his heart that rushed directly to the top of his head, and he spurted out a mouthful of blood again. He fell from his horse with a plop and fell into unconsciousness. The Hongze soldiers fought to the death, and Dou Lan was surrounded by red water, and the city gate was immediately closed.
The city is heavily guarded.
However, of the two thousand elite soldiers brought out, almost two-thirds were lost.
The rumble of war drums could be heard in the wilderness. There was no doubt that it was Cao Peng who returned to camp in victory...
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Its daybreak!
But it was gloomy, with dark clouds rolling in.
The cold wind whistled through the wild land outside Hongshuiji, rolling up the red dragon flag and fluttering, making a hunting sound.
Hongshuiji knew all about the battle last night. A head-on confrontation? They were definitely not opponents... How could they face the enemy with their strong soldiers and horses? A sneak attack also failed! They couldn't hold on, but Hongshuiji could hold on.
how long?
The soldiers on top of the city were all weak.
Dou Lan lost, was beaten and returned in a state of panic, and is still unconscious.
The whereabouts of the two young masters are still unknown, and their lives and deaths are unknown. It is estimated that the sneak attack by the two of them is more dangerous than good.
One night, three thousand soldiers and horses were dispatched.
But those who came back were less than a thousand...
Such a huge blow left the Hongze soldiers with no morale at all. They all stood dejectedly in the cold wind, shivering.
The Han army did not attack, but it was better than an attack.
The quieter the Han army's camp became, the more panicked the people in the city became.
Cao Peng's words last night have spread to the streets and alleys. If it doesn't fall at noon, the red water will gather the chickens and dogs and leave nothing behind!
But the problem is, Dou Lan is unconscious.
Who in this city can make the decision?
Many generals gathered together and whispered among themselves.
There is a heavy atmosphere in the entire red water collection, which makes people almost breathless.
"Look, there is movement in the Han army camp."
Just after midnight, a group of Han troops were seen marching out of the camp, slowly arriving outside Hongshuiji City, and then stopped.
"Soldiers upstairs, listen, I am the governor of Hexi, General Cao Peng of Beizhonglang..."
A young man rode forward and shouted loudly under the city.
"Is he Cao Peng?"
"No, I remember that General Cao seems to be in his twenties. This man looks like he is only in his teens. How could he be General Cao?"
When Cao Peng was in Hongshuiji, many people saw him.
Therefore, they recognized at a glance that the young man under the city was not Cao Peng.
"Beizhong Lang General Cao Peng... cough cough cough, my disciple Niu Gang."
"I bother!"
"Can't you fucking finish it all at once and insist on coughing after announcing General Cao's life? And we still thought that General Cao knew magic."
On the top of the city, a low boo suddenly sounded.
However, only the people on the top of the city can hear it. At this time, who dares to shout and curse? Not to mention Cao Peng's disciples, even an ordinary Han army can bring huge pressure to them.
.It’s better to be patient.
What a strong wind!
Bei Feng was shouted at, Niu Gang was choked and coughed repeatedly, and he cursed in his heart.
He took a breath, and then said loudly: "My husband is a good man, and he can't bear the red water to destroy all living beings. Therefore, I will send your young master back to show his goodwill. There is still an hour before noon. If the red water gathers at noon,
If you are still stubborn, then the heavenly army will go out... When the time comes, the blood will be washed away by the red water, and the chickens and dogs will not be left behind. You must not make mistakes."
As he spoke, he waved his hand.
Two burly black men tied the ropes together and pushed them out like a big rice dumpling.
"Master Dou, this is your last chance.
There is still one hour left, whether to fight or surrender, you decide for yourself. My husband is the most benevolent and righteous man! Don't die without regrets."
Niu Gang glanced at Dou Hu, then raised his head and waved towards the city.
"Remember, one hour!"
He turned his horse's head and, surrounded by Han troops, walked slowly towards the camp.
But only the stunned Hongze soldiers on top of the city were left, and the ashamed and angry Dou Hu below the city...