At dawn, when the mist still shrouded the sky and the earth, soldiers and horses in Lingxiao City had already begun to gather.
After resting for two consecutive days, the officers and soldiers of the three armies were radiant and energetic. The arrival of the supplies of food and grass was like a magic needle in the sea, which swept away the worries of the officers and soldiers of the three armies.
Now the army was gathering and setting out. They were full of strength and their morale was as high as ever. At the same time, Bai Qi informed the soldiers of the three armies that after they captured Taichu City according to the Chu Emperor's edict, all the gold, silver and jewels would be rewarded to the three armies.
This was such exciting news. The soldiers of the three armies cheered loudly, like ferocious beasts waiting to be fed, eager to attack Taichu City immediately.
Of course, there is no joke in the army. Bai Qi knew that Emperor Chu used gold and silver from Taichu City to reward the three armies. It was only after General Zhang Liang informed him of the secret decree that he dared to announce it in the army. Otherwise, misrepresenting the emperor's decree would be a serious crime of deceiving the emperor. Even if Bai Qi
I can't even afford it.
After about an hour, the three armies of Shenxing, Huben, and Tiance rushed out of Lingxiao City with great vigor and vigor, with a long rainbow and a momentum that shook the sky.
The golden dragon flag was fluttering, and the army was galloping in the flying dust and sand. Zhuge Liang and Liu Bowen accompanied the army, and their troops were pointed directly at the gate of King Zhan's city.
At noon.
A fast horse came from Juechen and appeared at the gate of Zhanwang City. The scouts shouted loudly: "Urgent military report, the Chu army is out in full force and approaching Zhanwang City. Open the city gate immediately!"
While shouting urgently, the scout took out the token from his arms and raised it high. The general who defended the city watched it intently and ordered the city gate to be opened to let people pass.
A scout rode into the city and galloped towards the general's mansion with his whip raised. The guard watched the scout disappear at the end of the long street with a serious look on his face. He turned around and said sternly:
"Brace yourselves, all the soldiers. The Chu army is attacking. It will be another fierce battle. We must not be careless in the slightest."
After giving the order, the soldiers guarding the city raised their eyes and stared at the end of the wilderness, with a look of fear on their cheeks. Their fear of the Chu army had penetrated deep into their bones.
Really, the color changes when talking about Chu.
a long time.
A scout on horseback reined up his horse outside the general's mansion, jumped off his horse, and rushed into the mansion with rapid strides. He stopped first, while Li Keyong and others were discussing the matter of welcoming Wu Qi in the conference hall.
The Heaven-devouring Emperor flew a pigeon to convey the order, ordering Xian Zhen, Li Keyong, Huang Taiji, Li Zicheng, Pang Jihu and others to obey Wu Qi's orders. If there were any dissenters, Wu Qi could kill them first and then report them.
Xian Zhen was angry because he was dismissed from the post of commander. He knew full well that Emperor Devouring Heaven doubted his ability. His face became gloomy. Suddenly he heard soldiers coming to report and shouted angrily:
"Let them wait in the front yard."
"Commander, the scouts have important military reports!"
The soldiers who came to pass the message confirmed again. Xianzhen suppressed the anger in his heart and said: "Let them come in!"
Xian Zhen's heart boiled with anger and he was unwilling to accept his situation. However, he knew that he was walking on thin ice and could not make any more mistakes. The scouts brought back important military reports. If he delayed the fight, the consequences would not only be as simple as dismissing the commander, but also the commander-in-chief.
My life may not be saved.
A little while.
The team leader in charge of scouting held a broad sword at his waist and walked quickly into the meeting hall. He knelt down and saluted: "Commander, the Chu army set out from Lingxiao City and will arrive at the city at dusk."
"So fast?"
"His Majesty mentioned in the secret decree that the Chu army is short of food and grass and will not take the initiative to attack in a short time. We should not leave the city rashly and wait for the commander-in-chief Wu Qi to arrive."
"Does the Chu army have supplies of food and grass, or is it that the Chu army covets the food and grass in the city and is preparing to make a final struggle?"
Xian Zhen looked suspicious, not knowing the intentions of the Chu army. At this moment, the scout spoke again: "Commander, at midnight two days ago, a large number of troops entered Lingxiao City."
"In addition, two legions rushed out of Lingxiao City yesterday and their destination is unknown."
"What does it mean to go without a trace!"
"Could it be possible that the Chu army could evaporate on the spot!"
Xian Zhen was furious and reprimanded. The scouts were frightened and trembled: "Commander, the scouts who went to investigate have not returned yet, so I don't know where the Chu army is going. The general thought that our scouts must have been poisoned."
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"It seems that the Chu army has indeed received food, grass and baggage, but where exactly the two missing Chu armies are going is it possible that they are going to attack Longhuang and Jiuguang cities."
Xian Zhen's thoughts were racing in his mind, and he knew that the news brought by the scouts would be a good opportunity for him to make amends for his past mistakes. He immediately went to the wooden desk in the meeting hall and wrote quickly to pass the news brought by the scouts to the Emperor of Heaven.
in addition.
Xian Zhen ordered the generals to go to the top of the city to deploy. Before Wu Qi arrived, they were not allowed to leave the city to fight, let alone allow the Chu army to attack the city.
The generals were ordered to leave the meeting hall, and Xian Zhen sat on a wooden chair and fell into deep thought. Now that the Chu army was coming to attack the city, and before Wu Qi arrived, Zhan Wang City was still guarded by him. He could not let anything go wrong in the city in his own hands.
Otherwise, there will be no redemption when the time comes.
But once the city is handed over to Wu Qi, if the Chu army attacks the city, he will only be disadvantaged in the battle at most, and he does not have to worry about the blame for losing the city falling on him.
Think about this.
Xian Zhen changed his military uniform, carried his weapons and went out of the house, galloped on his horse, and headed for the top of the city.
............
Stars are passing by, winds and clouds are rising, and time is fleeting.
Before you know it, it's sunset on the west mountain, and the mountain peaks in the distance are as straight as swords and hit the sky. Under the red light, a colorful and fascinating picture appears.
But the Heaven-Eating generals on the Zhanwang City had no intention of admiring the beautiful scenery in front of them, because they smelled a trace of blood, and at the end of the wilderness, the flying golden dragon flag came into their sight.
The lifelike golden dragon on the flag seemed to be ready to soar into the sky at any moment, soaring above the nine heavens. Suddenly, black clouds swept across the sky, shrouding King Zhan's city at extremely fast speeds.
Black clouds pressed down on the city, horse hooves whipped the earth, and the Chu army rolled in like a roaring wind. The four commanders stood proudly in front of thousands of troops and horses, with generals on both sides like clouds.
The Chu formation beat drums, and the sound reached the top of the clouds.
Xian Zhen paid close attention and squinted his eyes slightly. He found that Bai Qi, Li Jing, Wei Qing, and Xue Rengui were all there. Many generals were also missing, and he couldn't help but feel doubts in his heart.
All the Chu generals appeared at the gate of the King of War. Who led the two Chu armies with no trace?
At this moment, a soldier stepped forward quickly and whispered in Xian Zhen's ear. He turned around and looked towards the side of the city.
at this time.
Wu Qi, Wen Zhong, and Yang Kan were all dressed in military uniforms and led five thousand Heaven-devouring troops to the city. Upon seeing this, Zhen and Li Keyong stepped forward quickly, raised their fists and saluted, and respectfully welcomed Wu Qi.
Xian Zhen had lived in the land of Taixu for a long time and had long heard of Wu Qi's name. People in the street called him Ghost Commander, claiming that he was well versed in the art of using troops and that he was an unparalleled commander who was rare in the world.
However, he had not made any achievements and had no foundation in the army. Xian Zhen was worried that he would not be able to convince the three armies, but he did not know why the Heaven-Eating Emperor asked him to command the soldiers of the three armies.
"Generals, there is no need to be polite. The enemy is approaching the city. It is urgent that we share the same hatred with the enemy and discuss how to deal with it."
Wu Qiyun was calm and calm. He raised his hand to help Xian Zhen, Li Keyong and Huang Taiji, and looked sideways at the Chu army below the city.
"The Chu army is in uniform formation, with high morale and murderous intent. It seems that they have received supplies of food and grass, and are now preparing to fight our army to the death."
"Commander, I am the commander-in-chief of the four armies of the Chu army. All the generals are here, but half of the troops and horses are missing. The general is worried that they are plotting against Aurora and the Dragon and Phoenix cities."
"What the general said makes sense, but the two cities of Aurora and Dragon and Phoenix cannot be shaken by the Chu army. Your Majesty has made arrangements. We still discuss how to defeat the Chu army under Cheng Cheng."
Xian Zhen heard from Wu Qi's words that the Heaven-Eating Emperor informed him of the deployment situation of Aurora and Dragon Phoenix. Obviously, he had gained 100% trust from the Heaven-Eating Emperor.
As the saying goes, those who understand current affairs are heroes. If I was in trouble with Wu Qi, wouldn't I be seeking death?
Think about this.
Xian Zhen bowed his fist and saluted, with a respectful look on his face, and said: "The commander-in-chief has arrived. The commander-in-chief has the final say in everything. We will obey the commander-in-chief's orders."
With Xian Zhen taking the lead, other generals spoke in agreement. Wu Qi raised his hand to support Xian Zhen and said: "The Chu army marched straight in and fought for three months without a single defeat. Therefore, our army must win a great victory in this battle and regain its military prestige.
Drive the Chu army back to their home base."
"Commander, the last general will ask for help and lead troops out of the city to fight against the Chu army."
Pang Jihu came out of the queue, bowed and saluted, and recommended himself. Wu Qi looked at him sideways and chuckled: "General Pang was attacked by the Chu army in the battle of Fengshan Mountain, causing heavy losses to the general's army. I know that the general is unwilling, so he can go out of the city to fight.
Can the Chu army, general, be sure of a complete victory?"
"this............."
Hearing Wu Qi's words, Pang Jihu was in a dilemma. The Chu army's generals were powerful and invincible. Du Hui, Ruan Wengzhong, and Li Wudi had not defeated them. How could he be a match?
Although Wu Qi didn't say anything, the meaning behind his words was very clear. He was telling Pang Jihu not to go out of the city to die unless he was sure of victory.
"General, the Chu generals are powerful and invincible. If the general wants to fight, he cannot fight with the Chu army. He can think of other ways."
"Well!"
"The first general is both civil and military, and he is also afraid of the generals of the Chu army. It seems that the Chu army is not in danger, but the enemy will be too intimidating to our army."
"In this case, let's defeat the Chu general first, weaken his spirit, and cut off his edge."
Wu Qi's voice was sonorous and powerful, his eyes passed over the generals, and he spoke again: "Among the generals, there are those who are not afraid of General Chu. Please come out."
The voice sounded.
The top of the city was suddenly quiet. It was obvious that the reputation of General Chu made all the soldiers fearful. At this moment, Li Keyong took the lead to stand up and salute with his fist.
"Commander, the general is willing to go out of the city to fight!"
"General Li is the undefeated God of War who devours the sky. In the battle of Dasanguan, you will not be defeated unless you fall into the enemy's trap. If the general invites you to fight, then he will be counted as a general when he goes out to fight in the city."
"It seems that none of the other generals dare to fight. Since you have been frightened out of your mind by the Chu army, your staying in the army will only affect the morale of the army. Take off your military uniforms and immediately leave the city to escape."
"You are not worthy of being a general. Leave before I change my mind, otherwise you will only become corpses."
Wu Qi's face was extremely gloomy. The Heaven Devouring Army on both sides had already drawn the broad swords from their waists. The sharp sword light made people feel frightened. Xian Zhen did not expect that Wu Qi would kill the generals of the three armies during the confrontation between the two armies. This would probably chill the three armies.
The heart of a soldier.
"The last general is willing to go out of the city to meet the Chu general!"
Huang Taiji was wearing gilt armor and holding a Mo Dao in his hand. He had a firm expression and stood as tall as a spear. Wu Qi didn't see the slightest fear in him. On the contrary, he gave people a feeling of being calm and calm as water.
As Huang Taiji's words rang out, generals continued to line up and choose to go out of the city to fight. Of course, some were lucky and did not believe that Wu Qi would kill them.
Unfortunately, they guessed wrong.
Wu Qi's eyes passed over the generals leaving the city, and he nodded slightly, with a happy expression on his face. But when his eyes fell on the generals who had not yet left, his face turned as cold as frost, and he raised his hand to signal the Heaven-Eating Army behind him.
Huh~
Huh~
Huh~
He raised his sword and dropped it, twenty generals fell down, and the gurgling blood stained the city red. All the soldiers were shocked and surprised. They did not expect that Wu Qi would really kill the generals in front of the formation.
"This commander gave you a chance to go out of the city and live a good life, but you don't know how to cherish it, and you still want to occupy important positions in the army."
"In his position, he pursues his own affairs. He doesn't want to go out of the city to kill the enemy, but he wants to enjoy high-ranking officials and generous salaries. This is just an idiot's dream."
"Commanders, listen to your orders. I have eliminated the moths in the army. Those who have made great achievements in this battle will occupy the vacant general position."
"In addition, Your Majesty has ordered that those who bravely kill the enemy on the battlefield can be named the lord of a city. Just imagine that our army invades the Chu Kingdom and our emperor completes the unification of the world. You will all become the masters of a city. Ronghua
Wealth, beauty, and power are all in your hands."
"Who else is willing to go out of the city and join the generals to fight against the Chu army?"
As soon as Wu Qi finished speaking, the three armies in the city were boiling with excitement. All the soldiers were rushing out of the city to fight the Chu army. Seeing that the time was ripe, Wu Qi tightened his grip on his weapons and shouted loudly:
"Wen Zhong, Yang Kan, Du Hui, Ruan Weng Zhong, Li Wudi, Li Keyong, and Huang Taiji obeyed the order and ordered you and other seven people to lead the troops out of the city to fight. Remember to follow the orders of Deputy Commander Wen. If anyone dares to do anything
It is advocated that after entering the city, they should be killed on the spot." (To be continued)