All the generals in the meeting hall agreed, and they were eager to go to Tianhe to see the treasure ship of the Empire of Light.
"The four generals Di Xin, Jia Fu, Li Yuanba, and Huang Tianhua will listen to the order. You will lead the vanguard and go to Taichu City immediately. Wherever the enemy forces of the Bright Empire came from, tell them to go back."
Emperor Chu gave the order, and the four people stood up and took the order to leave. Originally, the army wanted to return to the court, but everything had been resolved. Now they changed their route to Taichu City. It didn't take too much time, and they could set off immediately after giving the order.
"He Shen, military supplies must also go first, you will go and prepare them immediately!"
He Shen, the quartermaster in charge of the food and fodder for the three armies, carried a heavy burden. He took orders with his fists and left quickly.
Next.
The Emperor of Chu ordered Bai Qi, Wei Qing, Xue Rengui, Li Jing, Zhuge Liang, and Zhang Liang to lead troops to accompany him to Taichu. Liu Bowen, Huo Qubing, Kan Leng, and Hu Luguang stayed to guard Aurora City, and at the same time completed the repairs of the city and the Thunder Tiger Qingqi.
train.
The battle of Taichu City was about to begin, and the ministers had no objections to Emperor Chu's deployment. After receiving the order, they began to take action. After a while, only Zhuge Liang, Zhang Liang, and Emperor Chu were left in the meeting hall.
At this moment.
Cao Zhengchun entered the meeting hall with an excited face and a trembling voice: "There is news, there is news."
"If you have any news, tell me slowly!"
In Emperor Chu's heart, Cao Zhengchun had always been prudent in doing things, but he didn't know what happened today. He was so impatient and excited that he obviously lost some control.
"Your Majesty, there is news about General Feihu. The scouts sent back the military report that General Feihu and his troops have entered the hinterland of the Hill Empire."
"Well!"
Hearing the sound, Emperor Chu, Zhuge Liang, and Zhang Liang stood up one after another, all with shocked expressions on their faces. Emperor Chu was shocked because he did not expect that Li Cunxiao could really destroy a country with one man.
Zhang Liang and Zhuge Liang were completely shocked by this news. Li Cunxiao, who commanded 10,000 troops, could actually penetrate the hinterland of the Hill Empire in such a short period of time.
It's so terrifying that your color changes when you hear it.
"Zhengchun, where is the scout who brought the news?"
"Back to Your Majesty, as soon as the scout entered the city, his mount was overwhelmed and died. The scout was running around without sleep. He was no longer human, and was sent to the Hua Divine Doctor's Mansion by General Yuwen."
"Zhengchun, send the order and ask Hua Tuo to treat him well. When the scout recovers, have him come to see me immediately."
Compared to the news that the Guangming Empire had landed at Taichu Port, Li Cunxiao's entry into the Hill Empire was even more exciting for Emperor Chu, and it really did not disappoint him.
"Congratulations to Your Majesty, General Feihu shocked the world in his battle, and thousands of people defeated the First Grade Hill Empire. It is simply unbelievable."
Zhang Liang originally thought that this kind of thing was a fantasy, but Li Cunxiao did it, and the words in the Japanese army were not arrogant.
"Your Majesty, it seems that I, the minister, need to have a good understanding of the three armies of Chu and I. General Feihu is the most brave and resourceful in the world. I am ashamed of myself!"
Zhuge Liang never believed that Li Cunxiao, leading thousands of people, could cause such a big disturbance, but now that the military report came, it was really slap, slap, slap in the face.
"Kong Ming doesn't need to be ashamed. Cunxiao is one of the ten marshals of Chu. After that, he studied under Bai Qi for many days. It's time to take charge of his own affairs."
"There is no joke in the army. That day Cunxiao led ten thousand people to leave. I knew there would be a surprise. One man defeated a country. Such an achievement is enough to shock all the countries in the world."
Emperor Chu smiled lightly and was not surprised at all. He stood up and walked out of the meeting hall, ordering Zhuge Liang and Zhang Liang to prepare. It was expected that the army would leave Aurora City after nightfall.
The backyard of the mansion.
As soon as Emperor Chu appeared, Zhao Feiyan and Zhao Hede rushed towards him and threw themselves into his arms. They were surrounded by beauties, as gentle as jade.
Throw yourself into your arms?
I am still very charming!
"Your Majesty, I heard that the army did not return to the court and diverted its route to Taichu City. I beg your Majesty to take our sisters with you to serve your Majesty in daily life."
The two women threw themselves into each other's arms. It turned out that they were worried about leaving them in Aurora City again, and wanted to go to Taichu with Emperor Chu.
Emperor Chu held the two girls Rou Di tightly and said as he walked: "I came here to tell my two beloved concubines to go to Taichu with me."
The two women were charming and charming, and their every frown and smile were full of amorous feelings. The Emperor of Chu had been eating his marrow in recent days, so he felt a little uncomfortable without the two women's service.
"Your Majesty, are you really taking our sisters with you?"
"really!"
"Men are fish and women are water. Especially a big shark like me, naturally needs a lot of water. Without my two beloved concubines to accompany me, wouldn't my trip to Taichu City be too lonely?"
Hearing the sound, Zhao Feiyan and Zhao Hede nodded one after another, and a blush spread on their pretty faces, extending to their jade necks. Seeing the shy looks of the two women, Emperor Chu found them even more charming.
I fell.
At night.
The army began to rush out of Jiguang City. The Zhao sisters and the Su family father and daughter were protected by the Yulin Army and left first with Xue Rengui's army.
When the King of Shang was leaving, the Su family and his daughter asked the Emperor of Chu to let them accompany the army. It happened that the Zhao sisters were also going to Taichu, so they could talk to Su Ningxiang.
at this time.
Emperor Chu was still in Hua Tuo's mansion. The scouts sent by Li Cunxiao had recovered and were reporting to Emperor Chu about their war experiences in the past two months.
The scout talked non-stop, his whole body was elated and his blood was boiling. In his mouth, Li Cunxiao was simply a god-like man who could do anything.
After hearing what the scouts said, Emperor Chu also looked at Li Cunxiao with admiration. After the battle with the Hill Empire, General Feihu completely transformed and became a commander who could be entrusted with important tasks by Emperor Chu. He was not just a powerful and invincible general.
Li Cunxiao made a surprise attack thousands of miles away, defeated the enemy army, took prisoners, formed a new army, and fully implemented the Chu army's military regulations. Now the army under his command was not only ten thousand people, but the army under his command increased ten times.
A hundred thousand troops marched straight in, with overwhelming force, they attacked the city and demolished the stronghold, and they were omnipotent.
And wherever he went, he was deeply supported by the people. All of this was something Chu Emperor had never thought of.
After three days of separation, the scholars treated each other with admiration. Li Cunxiao made Emperor Chu really understand this sentence.
The Emperor of Chu asked the scouts to cultivate themselves well, and after they recovered, they went to meet Li Cunxiao and passed on his oral instructions to Li Cunxiao.
Afterwards, Emperor Chu took Zhuge Liang, Zhang Liang, and Cao Zhengchun to leave Hua Tuo's mansion. Hua Tuo did not leave with the three armies, but stayed in the city to treat the wounded soldiers.
A little while.
The rumble of horse hooves sounded on the long street. Emperor Chu's dragon face was filled with joy. The ink dragon under his crotch seemed to sense that his master was in a good mood. His hooves flew into the air as fast as flying.
As they moved forward, Zhuge Liang and Zhang Liang were full of praise for Li Cunxiao. The laughter of the four people rang out under the night sky from time to time. Under the moonlight, the group of people disappeared into the boundless night.
.............
at the same time.
In the Hill Empire, under Taluo City, flames soared into the sky, illuminating the night sky like day. The guards on the city stared at the mighty Chu army rushing towards them, their faces were all excited, and their eyes were shining with brilliance.
Nowadays, in the Hill Empire, the name of the Chu army is so embarrassing that people talk about it. Li Cunxiao is even called the devil commander. Wherever the Chu army passes, they will seize it at pass and destroy the city.
The troops of the Hill Empire were frightened and retreated.
Now the Chu army is approaching Taluo City. The leader is Li Cunxiao. He is wearing heavy iron armor, with bows and arrows hanging on his waist. He is waving Bi Yan'ao and Yu Wangshang in his hands. On both sides are Wang Yanzhang, Yang Dayan,
Xue Atan, Anxiuxiu and four others.
Wang Yanzhang and Yang Dayan don't have to accept too much. They are also ranked among the Chu army. This time they followed Li Cunxiao and killed countless enemies and made great achievements in battle.
Xue Atan and An Xiuxiu were both brave and courageous. They were Li Cunxiao's generals during the march. Now they have made military exploits and have been promoted to Li Cunxiao's deputy generals.
In fact, everything is arranged secretly. In history, Li Cunxiao's left and right lieutenants were Xue Atan and An Xiuxiu. In the first year of Tang Wende, in 888 AD, Li Cunxiao, Xue Atan, An Xiuxiu and others led an army of 7,000 to attack Heyang.
Zhu Wen sent his generals Ding Hui, Niu Cunjie and others to assist. Liang Jun first captured Taihang, and then Ding Hui clashed with the main camp, while Niu Cunjie outflanked his retreat route.
Li Cunxiao's heavy armor was bleeding through, and he managed to break out of the siege. He fled hastily, and the troops were checked on the way. There were only less than 1,000 wounded soldiers left. Xue Atan was hit by three arrows and was captured An Xiuxiu.
Now the two of them reunited with Li Cunxiao. He was even more powerful, and the combat effectiveness of the three armies was greatly increased.
"Commander, ahead is Tarot City. This city is only three cities away from the royal city of the Hill Empire. The general will ask Ying to lead five thousand flying tiger troops to seize the city. I hope the commander will give you permission."
Xue Atan held the giant black iron tree tightly in his hands, a majestic voice sounded, and the fighting spirit around him was overwhelming, and he was eager to try to lift the reins and release the horse.
"We are getting closer and closer to the imperial capital of Hill. Taluo City is one of the few solid barriers in Hill. They will definitely send heavy troops to guard it. Even if Xue Atan gives you 10,000 soldiers and horses, it is impossible to destroy the tower in front of you.
Take Luocheng."
Li Cunxiao spoke up, looked up into the void, and spoke again: "It's almost midnight. Taluo City is different from the previous city gates. I sent an order for the soldiers of the three armies to retreat and set up camp."
"Commander, the three armies are coming to attack from a long distance. The enemy army will not be fully prepared. Now is the best time to attack, and we cannot retreat."
Xue Atan asked for help again and insisted on attacking the city tonight. Li Cunxiao raised his hand and blocked his mount, which was about to move, and his face was as sinking as water.
"Xue Atan, don't rush forward in a hurry. The enemy is hidden and we are clear. Wait until tomorrow to fight again!"
"Withdraw troops!"
"Withdraw troops!"
"Withdraw troops!"
Wang Yanzhang and Yang Dayan responded one after another, turned around and shouted violently, ordering the army to retreat and set up camp five miles away from Taluo City.
Seeing the Chu army receding like a tide, the enemy troops on the city looked suspicious and murmured to themselves: "Li Cunxiao is indeed a devil commander. He can actually detect danger. You have escaped tonight, but you will come to attack after all."
Cheng, your head belongs to me."
After the Chu army set up camp, Xue Atan and An Xiuxiu entered Li Cunxiao's tent. They were both puzzled by Li Cunxiao's deployment tonight.
"Commander, if the attack has just been launched, we are already in Tarot City, so there is no need to let the soldiers of the three armies sleep in the wilderness."
"Entering Tarot City?"
"If we had attacked Tarot City just now, I can guarantee that you would be dead by now."
Li Cunxiao's sonorous voice sounded, and Xue Atan and An Xiuxiu focused their eyes on Li Cunxiao. Wang Yanzhang and Yang Dayan were curious and eager to know why.
"Why did the commander say this?"
Facing Xue Atan's inquiry, Li Cunxiao looked at him angrily and said: "You are a general with average ability and recklessness in trouble. Fortunately, you are under a certain command. If you are under the command of your eldest brother Bai Qi,
Under the tent, I have been under the service of military law for a long time."
The reason why our army has been victorious at every step of its march is because the enemy's fear and panic made them lose their will to fight and fled.
But previously, the four armies were marching side by side, and the energy was flowing through the rainbow. You saw that the enemy troops on the city were panicking. They stood like guns and their fire was bright, obviously waiting for our arrival.
Being so confident, they must have already made arrangements. If our army dares to launch an attack, there will be absolutely no benefit at all.
Tonight, we ordered the three armies to rest and recuperate. At noon tomorrow, in the crisp autumn air, we went to call for formation and test the strength of Taluo City.
Hear the sound.
Wang Yanzhang, Yang Dayan, Xue Atan, and An Xiuxiu all nodded with solemn expressions. It was a good thing that Li Cunxiao was aware of the situation, otherwise their rash advance would cause heavy losses to the Flying Tiger Army.
"Commander, you are reckless and almost caused a disaster. Please punish me, Commander!"
"Okay, go down and recuperate. You have been fighting for days and want to end the war as soon as possible. I understand your mood very well. Let's forget about the punishment!"
Li Cunxiao relaxed and handed over the marching skills to the two of them without confessing his guilt. This only made Xue Atan and An Xiuxiu more loyal.
.............
The rising sun rises in the east, and the morning light shines on the earth.
After a night's rest, the Flying Tiger Army was reborn, full of energy, and the iron-blooded murderous aura in their bodies became more intense.
Li Cunxiao was wearing battle armor, holding a broad sword on his waist, and with Wang Yanzhang and Yang Dayan standing on the hillside, looking up at the Tarot City ahead.
This city stretches endlessly like a dragon across the wilderness. If such a huge city has at least 200,000 soldiers hidden in it, and the walls are high and thick, it is as solid as gold. It is not easy to capture it easily.
Hear the sound.
Wang Yanzhang and Yang Dayan also felt the same way. Taluo City was not easy to fight. They had many flying tigers and cavalry, but too few infantry. There was no advantage in taking it by force.
"Even if Tarot City is a pillar holding up the sky, we must pull it out. We will never return to the Chu Kingdom if we cannot complete the military orders I have given you in front of Your Majesty."
"Let's go, let's test Tarot City's defense today and see how many troops they have."
After saying this, the three men returned to the military camp and sent an order to Xue Atan and An Xiuxiu to assemble the army and go to Taluo City.
After about an hour, the thunderous sound of horse hooves spread in the wilderness, and a huge cloud of smoke and dust swept into the sky. The flags covered the sun, and the guns exposed their cold light. The formation was like a long snake, winding over the wilderness.
"Commander, the Chu army is here!"
"Seeing how cowardly you are, I'm not blind!"
Outside the city, the sand is rolling, the fog is flying, thousands of hooves are treading on the dust, and the sky is ringing and the earth is shaking. Looking from a distance, you can see the dense darkness covering the mountains and fields, and there are figures of the Chu army rushing in everywhere.
Seeing the Chu army approaching, the commander of the three armies on the city looked ferocious, with a sneer on his lips and said: "Li Cunxiao, the contest between you and me is about to begin." (To be continued)