C579 Nemesis of the Northern Frontier

Gongsun Ztian pondered for a moment before explaining to the two generals, "In Profound Nether Empire's opinion, this is a once in a lifetime event!"

"A once in a lifetime event?"

"That's right. Do you know why the Roaring Tiger Empire's surprise attack army would hit their heads so hard?"

"Isn't it because they are charging towards the place with the strongest military strength? How can they still be undefeated when they are courting death!"

"But why would they do that? Is the leader of the Roaring Tiger Empire generals a fool? "

"This ?"

"That's because our Empire's upper echelons have given them information on the deployment of the city's defense forces! That's why Roaring Tiger Empire dared to attack us so brazenly. "

"Nine kings?"

"That's right, I can't think of anyone else! Not only did he communicate with Roaring Tiger Empire, he even colluded with him. "

"He betrayed the Northern Army?"

"He doesn't have that capability, and the Great General Situ often changes the arrangement of the city's defenses. Even if the information does not reach the old brat's ears, it is useless!"

"Marshal, just tell me the answer! Old Lei, it sounds like I'm being a bit roundabout! "

"In fact, after the Profound Nether Empire received the letter from the Nine King, he had started planning for the expedition to the south, because they believed that as long as the Roaring Tiger Empire broke through the western border of the empire, it would cause great chaos in the empire. If they did not take advantage of this opportunity to take over a few important cities in the northern border, after the Honglong Empire stabilizes itself, if they wanted to invade from the south, they would have no chance at all of winning."

"But it has already been a long time since Northwest, so logically speaking, should have already found out about it! Since the situation has already turned for the better, what is he still holding on to here? "

"Hey, Old Lei, you are a member of the Surveillance Council after all, how is it that you don't have any political connections?"

"Cell? What was that? What does that have to do with politics? "

"Remember, whenever the time comes, military service is for political purposes. It exists for political purposes. This is a necessary relationship of complementarity between military and political forces, both of which are indispensable. Without the military, politics will lose its guarantee, and without politics, military action will be meaningless! "

"This subordinate will remember that!" When the two Great Generals heard Gongsun Ze Tian's words, they couldn't help but raise their eyebrows. Their previous thoughts were too simple. They were completely focused on the military and completely ignored any political motives.

But after hearing Gongsun Ze Tian's explanation, while the two of them understood the true meaning of war, they were not only shocked by Gongsun Ze Tian's mature and calm thoughts, Situ Qingyun was even more so.

"Speaking of the Nine Kings, he had suffered quite a heavy blow from the Blood Illusion Valley, causing all his contact points and intelligence agencies to be destroyed. He could be said to be deaf and blind right now, and he could not deliver a single piece of information, nor could he receive any information from the outside world. In this sort of situation, it is simply impossible to expect him to tell Xianyu Hetu about what happened in the Northwest! "

"But the Roaring Tiger Empire can also send information over!"

"Other than having territories with us, the Profound Nether Empire also has territories with us. This also means that, other than having an enemy relationship with us, would it be peaceful with the Roaring Tiger Empire? This was obviously impossible, even if word were to spread, no one would believe it, especially the Roaring Tiger Empire, they definitely would not believe it! Therefore, the Roaring Tiger Empire would definitely not be able to keep this one heart and soul together! And under these kinds of circumstances, how could they tell Profound Nether Empire about their own country's failure? "

So that is how it is. That is to say that the Roaring Tiger Empire is also waiting for the Profound Nether Empire to bump into him?

"That's right, according to our intelligence, the Roaring Tiger Empire is still guarding the northwest gate. They did not withdraw their troops nor attack.

"It looks like, based on the situation, Xianyu Hetu really won't be able to decisively order the troops to retreat! Furthermore, they have lost so much face today. I am afraid it is just as the marshal has analyzed; this battle might not end easily! "

"That's why we have to force Xianyu Hetu to retreat!"

"Forced? How can I force it? "

"Without the cavalry's support, their strategy and tactics are not only limited. More importantly, they have lost the most effective method of long-range attacks!"

"But they don't dare to recklessly enter the Empire's borders. Whether they have long-ranged cavalry units or not is probably not that important, right?"

"No, you're wrong! This was necessary! If we cut off their food lines, then the cavalry would be able to carry out a predatory operation within a day that they could attack within the borders of our empire. "In addition, they can also attack and harass our troops outside. This is a huge threat to us!"

"Is this the reason why the marshal tried everything to annihilate the enemy's cavalry?"

"Of course, without the existence of this cavalry, our cavalry can do a lot of things! Especially if they could appear in an unexpected place for Xianyu Hetu and interrupt his plans! "

"Is this the Marshal's next strategic plan?"

"Almost, but not too far!"

"Please give the order, Marshal!"

"No rush, I think the main force that will follow me will arrive by tonight at the latest, and at that time, the equipment I brought will be properly installed by midnight. Tomorrow, I still have to surprise Xianyu Hetu a bit more!"

"Surprise? He was probably more surprised than happy! "Haha ?"

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The next day, the Profound Nether Empire arrived at the city once again. The difference from yesterday was, this time, the Profound Nether Empire came out in full force, and all the soldiers were brimming with killing intent, as if not seizing the city today was an unforgivable sin.

As for Xianyu Hetu, who was in the middle of the army, he had bandages on his head and his face was rather ugly. Although his image was greatly reduced, his killing intent made the surrounding soldiers not dare to neglect him.

During the explosion yesterday, Xianyu Hetu fell off his horse due to being caught off guard and accidentally knocked unconscious on a rock.

After being tormented by the military doctors, he finally woke up at night. The first order he gave after waking up was to notify them that tomorrow, the entire army would attack and attack the enemy city.

And Xianyu Hetu's second order, was to drag Huyan Yuankui out and cut him down. Although this man was his favorite general, losing such a large cavalry unit, even Xianyu Hetu himself could not account for it. And this time, the loss was not only a loss but also related to the entire strategic plan later on.

But things had already gotten to this point, Xianyu Hetu had no choice but to kill Huyan Yuankui and lie about his death before this matter could spread to the capital of the Kingdom of Xuanming. Perhaps, to the young and old of his family, he would still save some face and exchange it for some money for a pension.

His strategic plan was disrupted, his love was killed by his orders, the repeated failures of the siege warfare made Xianyu Hetu furious and frustrated. He wanted to let the other party have a taste of the pain he had experienced.

Looking at the army of well-dressed and ready below the city, the neat square formation showed not only their fighting spirit but also their deterrence.

However, Gongsun Ztian, who was sitting upright on the city wall, scoffed. He was not the least bit interested in this era of cold weapons, this kind of senseless formation. He was willing to be a target.

However, Gongsun Ze Tian was also very satisfied with the other party's cooperative stance. This had left him with quite a bit of trouble! However, there was no need to spend so much effort to adjust the angle. According to the other party's method of formation, even if he were to randomly attack, he would at least knock down a large area.

The war was on the verge of breaking out, but no one acted first due to their tacit understanding. The city was filled with flags and bows, and the city was filled with bows and crossbows. However, it was surprisingly quiet.

Not long later, a general below the city gates suddenly shouted out: "Who is this Great General Situ, please speak!"

"I am!" On the city walls, Situ Qingyun took a step forward and answered.

"You are Situ Qingyun? "It doesn't look that good either. Was it your doing yesterday?"

"Yes!" I wonder how it feels? I can see that your prince has not been spared. If his health is not well, it would be best for you to withdraw your troops early! "

"Hmph, our prince told me to pass on a message to you. Wash your neck and wait for death! Today I will let you all know the capabilities of our Profound Nether Empire! "

"I have already experienced the power of your Profound Nether Empire to send yourself to death many times, but I think it would be best if you all stop making a fool of yourselves! This time, you are destined to be defeated! This cannot be changed! "

"Let's see the real deal!" "Farewell!"

Watching as the officer rode his horse into the distance, Gongsun Ze Tian smiled and slowly walked out from the city gate tower. He whispered to Situ Qingyun: "Third Uncle, you're right.

"Stupid brat, be safe! You're a marshal now! Be careful not to show your face!"

"Yes, yes!" However, the defense of the city is up to you! "

"No problem. Ai, wait, leave this place to me. Where are you going?"

"Of course we have to lead our troops and rush out to kill them!"

"Then what about Lei Sheng? It would be better for him to lead his troops and charge out of the city. You can say that it is the commander of the entire army.

"Lei Sheng has been sent out! Right now, the only person in the city who can bring cavalry soldiers to charge is you, and I am not very good at defense battles. I still like to attack, so I can only let you, Third Uncle, take charge of defense! "

"Wait, didn't Lei Sheng stay in the city last night? When did he leave the city? Why didn't I know? "

"I sent him out of the city quietly this morning, in the name of moving supplies from the back!"

"Behind? Food? If you can't finish all the food stored in the city in a few years, do you need to go somewhere else to get them? "

"Uh, of course I do, I can't let the people from Profound Nether Empire waste their food!"

"What?" You let Lei Sheng lead the troops to the enemy's side? not behind us? " Situ Qingyun's voice suddenly rose to an octave as he looked at Gongsun Zaitian and asked in disbelief.

"Of course, if not then we can just randomly find two grain officials, why would we need to trouble the General Lei to personally make a trip here! "Alright, third uncle, you should guard the city well. We will lead our troops out from the west gate and attack the enemy flank in a roundabout way, then from the west to the east, we will catch them off guard!"

"Then be careful!"

"Don't worry!" This time, we must make Xianyu Hetu feel pain again! "

Gongsun Ztian laughed sinisterly as he left the city, bringing Zhang Sanli and his group to the west city to gather the cavalry!