[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-i-can-control-my-ancestors":3,"chapter-i-can-control-my-ancestors-i-can-control-my-ancestors-chapter-516":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","I Can Control My Ancestors",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},1035314,1347,"Chapter 516 - 45: Breaking Through Liaodong, The Gu Clan’s Name Strikes Fear","i-can-control-my-ancestors-chapter-516",516,"\u003Cp>His tone was extremely solemn.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The generals and soldiers stared intently at the map, all showing signs of shock, even Zhang Liang was no exception.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This is the difference between the two!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s not a difference in ability, but in the positioning of the navy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Jing wasn’t just thinking about playing the supporting role but truly relying on advancing by both land and sea, considering both as the main attack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Brilliant plan!\" Zhang Jinsu immediately praised, \"This plan is feasible!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All the generals and soldiers nodded as well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They were all men who had been fighting on the battlefield for many years, even if they didn’t understand command, they could see the key of the terrain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Liang also nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But perhaps really because he was getting a bit old, his character was somewhat timid, reluctant to take risks lightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After pondering for a moment, he slowly opened his mouth: \"Such an important place must be heavily guarded. If we haven’t captured Wuguo City and the enemy seizes Beisha, what should we do?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the time when the army is just about to join forces with the main army on land, they would be isolated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Any unexpected incident could easily lead to total annihilation, he was genuinely hesitant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Jing immediately looked up, without any unnecessary words, simply cupped his hands towards Zhang Liang and said: \"General, rest assured, if any real unexpected situation arises.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I will certainly report to His Majesty and take full responsibility for the defeat!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had long seen Zhang Liang’s character and wouldn’t explain to him what it meant to be an elite force.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That was enough.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sure enough, after hearing these words, Zhang Liang hesitated once again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And the other generals and soldiers also spoke up at this time, urging Zhang Liang to issue the decree.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They were all military generals, all wanting to achieve meritorious deeds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As long as according to Gu Jing’s method, if they could indeed capture Wuguo City, it would be a monumental achievement. Which military general would refuse that?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As for the risks involved.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As military generals, if they were overly cautious, then they would truly be living in vain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Great Tang is at its peak now!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not everyone is like Zhang Liang!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Liang remained silent for a long time, his eyes constantly on Gu Jing, and finally, he nodded: \"Alright!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Do as An Zhi says!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He really had no other option.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Jing has the surname Gu, if he does not do as Gu Jing says, and if any unexpected events occur, Li Shimin would definitely not let him off easily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He only had this option, to let Gu Jing bear it all!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This matter was quickly finalized!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although Zhang Liang agreed to the matter, he also made other arrangements, leaving five thousand men to guard Beisha City while handing the rest to Gu Jing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clearly, he did not believe that Gu Jing’s tactics would succeed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The more important the terrain, the stronger the defense, and on top of that, Wuguo is a mountain city, how can it be so easy to capture?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Jing also said nothing more, directly leading the remaining troops straight to attack Wuguo City.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>.....\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wuguo City.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Located in the eastern part of the Liaodong Peninsula, it relies on Phoenix Mountain and Goryeo Mountain to form a dustpan-shaped terrain of \"two mountains sandwiching a valley,\" with the pass on the southern side as the only passage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Its terrain is extremely important, being a crucial point connecting Liaodong and the hinterland of Goguryeo.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The defenses of Goguryeo here are naturally strong.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not only does it have ten thousand troops garrisoned, but it also hides enough provisions to supply a large army for half a year, including a small stream in the city that serves as a water source, and there are three layers of arrow towers on the city wall, equipped with \"flying stone ropes,\" \"giant crossbows,\" and other powerful weapons.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the current era, the difficulty of successfully capturing this city is unimaginable!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Any surprise attack is nothing but wishful thinking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The cliffs on both sides are over fifty meters deep, absolutely impassable by human strength.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The only way to break this city is strong attack!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone naturally knew this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although the warhorses had already brought back the information, when the army personally arrived at Wuguo City, seeing the endless mountains, the generals and soldiers couldn’t help but feel despair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>How can this be attacked?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This involuntarily arose as a question in the hearts of all the leaders.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even Gu Jing couldn’t help but tremble inside, his expression becoming even more grim.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"An Zhi, do we really have to attack by force?\" Amid the amazement of everyone, the chief of marching Cheng Mingzhen couldn’t help but ask.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing these words, all the generals immediately looked at Gu Jing, no longer as enthusiastic as before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They indeed want to fight battles and achieve merits.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But it also depends on the timing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now they have only thirty thousand troops, wanting to forcefully attack this city, clearly, it’s a bit of a fool’s dream.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not possible.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Jing immediately shook his head, \"This city cannot be broken by human efforts.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing these words, everyone felt somewhat relieved.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They were afraid that Gu Jing was ignorant and only thought about frontal attack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then what should we do?\" Chang He frowned and asked, \"If the news spreads, the enemy will definitely attack Beisha, support Wuguo, our army might find it hard to stabilize.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clearly, he already had the intention to retreat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not because of fear, but because the current situation compels them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Generals, please rest assured.\" Gu Jing naturally understood the thoughts of everyone, took a deep breath, and said: \"Give me some time, I will definitely be able to break this city!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone’s expression remained serious, as Gu Jing hadn’t yet grown to a stage where he could have everyone’s complete trust.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But seeing Gu Jing’s very serious expression, after a moment’s hesitation, they all nodded too.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As it’s not the worst time, they can choose to trust Gu Jing for once.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Jing didn’t say any superfluous words, only cupped his hands in thanks to everyone, and then led his men directly towards the city gate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Woosh!!!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Woosh!!!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Woosh!!!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Instantly, the sound of something slicing through the air rang out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The defenders in the city seemed to be very wary of the Tang Army, immediately releasing arrows.\u003C\u002Fp>",1074,"2026-06-03T09:29:44.104Z","2026-06-03T09:29:56.234Z",1,"novelbin.me","9ce83bcad8a4f45b0fa429571d4f2956ca29408645769ffc7375e1d56d81bd58","i-can-control-my-ancestors-chapter-517","i-can-control-my-ancestors-chapter-515",517,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fi-can-control-my-ancestors-cover.jpg"]