readsfreenovel Chapter 301 Possessed by the God of War
Chapter 301 Possessed by the God of War
After securing his throne, Li Cunxu began to fulfill the dying wish of his father, Li Keyong.
However, what lay before him was a mess that couldn't be worse.
Luzhou in the south was besieged by the Later Liang army. Large swathes of Jin territory had already been annexed by the Later Liang. To the north were the Khitans, and to the east and south were the Later Liang.
He had no troops at his disposal; the Later Liang army was in the hands of several generals.
At this moment, Zhu Wen, who was full of pride and had the world at his feet, and Li Cunxu, who was facing a dire situation but was at a loss for what to do.
They all focused their attention on the same place.
That was Luzhou, which Liang and Jin had fought over repeatedly for ten years.
After the Later Liang Empire's army besieged Luzhou for more than half a year, Emperor Zhu Wen of the Later Liang Empire twice personally went to the front line in Luzhou to supervise the battle, attempting to capture this strategic location as soon as possible.
The defender of Luzhou was Li Keyong's adopted son, Li Sizhao, who led the soldiers and civilians in the city to fight to the death and refused to surrender.
However, under the continuous attacks and siege by the Later Liang army, the food supply in Luzhou City was running out, and it was clear that the city would not be able to hold out any longer.
In order to capture Luzhou, Li Cunxu, the Yu Yueqing whirlwind duo, and veteran Zhou Dewei conspired:
To lift the siege of Luzhou, we cannot directly confront the Later Liang army; we must resort to unconventional tactics.
This necessitates making full use of the mobility of the Shatuo cavalry.
Thus began a surprise attack that became famous throughout military history.
In 908 AD, the iron cavalry silently rode through the morning mist as the army assembled outside Jinyang City.
The darkness before dawn had not yet completely faded, and thick fog quietly blanketed the earth like cotton wool.
Outside Jinyang City, as dawn broke, Li Cunxu led his army on their journey.
The procession stretched for miles, moving silently and orderly along the mountain path.
The soldiers were dressed in neat armor, and the sound of their horses' hooves was so soft that it was almost inaudible, as if they were afraid of disturbing the peaceful morning.
The warhorses lowered their heads, occasionally letting out soft neighs, adding a touch of life to the silent march.
Each person held a firm belief and an unwavering determination to win, their eyes shining with fearless light.
Among this mighty army, five generals stand out.
They wore masks and armor; they were Qiu Ziyue, Qi Yuxuan, Leng Feng, Zhao Wanqing, and Qiu Langyu.
They were all dashing and full of fighting spirit, with Qi Yuxuan and Qiu Ziyue, a particularly eye-catching couple.
Qi Yuxuan wore a black armor with silver patterns outlining exquisite designs, like stars twinkling in the night sky.
The long spear at her waist leaned against the horse's back, its tip gleaming coldly in the faint morning light.
He rode a tall and majestic black horse, perfectly complementing her.
His eyes were sharp as an eagle's, constantly watching the road ahead, directing the vanguard to advance steadily.
Despite wearing heavy armor, his movements remained agile and nimble, displaying masculine power in every gesture.
"Everyone, stay in formation and don't fall behind!"
Qi Yuxuan's voice was clear and powerful, echoing in the morning mist and inspiring every soldier.
His voice was full of confidence and determination, which made people feel at ease and empowered.
He is not only a vanguard in the team, but also a role model and a source of support for the soldiers.
Qiu Ziyue wore silver scale armor, the plates reflecting a faint light in the morning mist, like flowing silver water.
Her helmet was exquisitely designed and inlaid with jewels, making her stand out among the many soldiers.
She held a long sword in her hand, the jade ornaments on the hilt shimmering in the dim light, symbolizing her wisdom and composure.
Qiu Ziyue rode a white warhorse, like a blooming white lotus, elegant yet dignified.
Her gaze was calm and profound, as if she could see through all the fog and discern every move of the enemy.
"Pay attention to the surrounding terrain and remain vigilant."
Qiu Ziyue gave a low instruction to the deputy general beside her, her voice gentle yet carrying an unquestionable authority.
She was not only responsible for the flank security of the army, but also constantly adjusted the formation to ensure that every step could maximize combat effectiveness.
Despite the undulating mountains and rugged roads along the way, morale remained high.
As if on cue, a thick fog blanketed the entire valley in the early morning, providing excellent cover for the troops.
When they arrived at the outskirts of Luzhou, the thick fog had not yet dissipated, and the Liang army was completely unaware of the enemy's arrival.
Li Cunxu and Yu Yueqing, the whirlwind duo, marched for six days and arrived at the Luzhou front.
They advanced into Sanchuigang and waited until dawn. The entire army then advanced in silence, taking advantage of the thick fog to launch a surprise attack on the Liang army besieging Luzhou.
This kept the enemy completely unaware of their arrival.
Qiu Ziyue took the lead, guiding the vanguard to charge into the enemy lines.
Her figure appeared and disappeared in the thick fog, her sword moving like a dragon and a tiger, and wherever she went, Liang soldiers fell one after another.
With lightning speed, she broke through the enemy's first line of defense.
"kill!"
Li Cunxu's roar terrified the enemy.
The soldiers behind him were greatly encouraged and charged forward bravely.
They quickly divided and surrounded the enemy forces.
Qi Yuxuan's cavalry followed closely behind, sweeping into the enemy ranks like a whirlwind, charging left and right, catching the Liang army off guard.
Leng Feng then led the archers to set up powerful crossbows on high ground.
Arrows rained down, accurately killing enemy generals and completely disrupting the enemy's command system.
Zhao Wanqing and Qiu Langyu also displayed their unique abilities. They were skilled in strategy and cleverly deployed their troops to avoid the enemy's main force.
With the coordinated efforts of the five generals and Zhou Dewei, etc.
Li Cunxu led his army to a decisive victory, defeating the Liang army that besieged Luzhou.
On the battlefield, Liang's army fled in disarray, while Li Cunxu's banner fluttered in the wind, showcasing the glory of this great victory.
When the news reached Luoyang, Zhu Quanzhong was greatly alarmed and couldn't help but sigh:
"A son should be like Li Yazi, who, if he were to be used, would not perish! As for my son, he is nothing but a pig or a dog!"
Li Cunxu achieved fame at a young age and was a brilliant strategist, forcing Zhu Quanzhong to acknowledge his talent and courage.
Qiu Ziyue's bravery made her a legend. Her performance in this battle was particularly outstanding.
She not only defeated countless enemies with her outstanding martial arts skills, but also won the admiration of everyone with her wisdom and courage.
Her name spread throughout the three armies, and she became a heroine praised by all.
However, Qiu Ziyue said to the soldiers:
This is all thanks to the divine power of Prince Li Cunxu, the Prince of Jin. All of you generals and soldiers have been fortunate to have met such a wise ruler. Please be sure to pledge your loyalty to Prince Li Cunxu.
"The God of War, Prince Jin, swears to serve you to the death."
The Jin army's roar shook heaven and earth, their heroic spirit awe-inspiring and magnificent.
It lasted for a long time!
After this battle, Zhu Wen, the emperor of the Later Liang dynasty, sat in the army camp, his heart filled with resentment and a determination for revenge.
His previous defeat in the dense fog had made him reflect deeply, and he decided to reclaim the lost land and glory at all costs.
Zhu Wen personally selected 80,000 elite imperial guards and Weibo soldiers, led by Wang Jingren, determined to avenge the previous humiliation on this land.
Faced with such a powerful enemy, Qiu Ziyue, Qi Yuxuan, Leng Feng, Zhao Wanqing, and Qiu Langyu knew that this was going to be another fierce battle.
Qiu Ziyue appointed Zhou Dewei to lead 3000 of the army's most elite cavalry, along with allied forces from Zhenzhou and Dingzhou, although their numbers were fewer than the enemy's.
But Qiu Ziyue was full of confidence as she faced this tough battle.
She decided that if the fighting force was insufficient, she would use modern weapons such as modern artillery, and even the Tao family's mystical secret techniques.
This fierce battle is inevitable, and the Yu Yue Qing Xuan Feng duo is ready to fight!
To be continued in the next chapter!