Chapter 376: Formulating Strategy

Wuu!

As the retreat bugle call spread throughout the Yellow Turban army's formation, countless elite Yellow Turban troops began to withdraw in an orderly manner.

Before the Cangzhou army's formation, Su Ye and Meng Zhang exchanged a glance; everything was understood without words.

As the Yellow Turban army withdrew, the smoke on the battlefield gradually cleared, revealing the mighty formation of the Cangzhou army.

The drums and bugle calls intertwined, resounding across the vast battlefield, as if announcing the end of this battle.

Su Ye, clad in armor, stood before the Cangzhou army's formation, his deep gaze fixed on the retreating backs of the Yellow Turban troops.

Sound the recall!

Su Ye waved his hand to give the order; as he commanded, a clear recall signal rang out in the Cangzhou army's ranks, and the soldiers began to withdraw from the battlefield in an orderly fashion.

The main force slowly retreated into the fortress behind them; the gate closed gradually, shutting out the battlefield's clamor.

Su Ye rode his warhorse, leading the officers and soldiers back inside the pass.

Having returned inside the pass, Su Ye ordered the entire army to rest and recuperate.

The soldiers hastily removed their armor, revealing weary yet determined faces.

They gathered in a circle on the drill ground, sharing their battle experiences, with laughter and shouts rising and falling.

Su Ye, meanwhile, stood on the city wall, looking out over the vast wilderness beyond the pass, his mind filled with countless thoughts.

Zhu Que, who had originally intended to come over to join Su Ye, watched as Guo Jia and Xun You gradually approached Su Ye, and silently halted their steps.

Su Ye turned around, looking at the approaching Guo Jia and Xun You; a hint of appreciation and trust flashed in his deep eyes.

Fengxiao, Gongda, you've arrived.

Su Ye's voice was calm yet powerful, as if it possessed a soothing strength for the heart.

Guo Jia and Xun You exchanged a glance, then simultaneously bowed to Su Ye.

My lord, on today's battlefield I observed that you and the Yellow Turban's Dragon Vanguard Army Commander Meng Zhang seem to share an extraordinary rapport.

Could there be some story behind this?

Guo Jia approached, holding a wine gourd, and asked curiously.

Having followed Su Ye for so long, with Guo Jia's heaven-defying ability to read people,

it is only natural that he could see what was happening on today's battlefield.

his own lord and the Yellow Turban Army Commander opposite each other seemed a bit off.

Moreover, they occasionally exchanged glances.

That is, Guo Jia has followed Su Ye for quite a while, and Su Ye is still young, with not much depth of scheming.

His character has long been seen through by Guo Jia; otherwise it wouldn't be so easy to notice his fickleness.

During this time, leading the Yellow Turban army to victory in every battle and soundly defeating the Da Qian dynasty, Meng Zhang also earned the title of "Dragon Vanguard Army Commander."

Su Ye gave a slight smile, raising his gaze to the distant horizon, as if recalling past years.

What Fengxiao said is not false; I and Meng Zhang indeed share a deep connection.

You should also be able to guess this, after all a peerless commander-in-chief suddenly appeared, also bearing the Meng surname, making it all too easy to associate.

Meng Zhang is indeed a member of our Cloud Prince's Mansion; by seniority, he counts as my uncle.

Earlier, when the Yellow Turban rebellion first arose, my father foresaw that this turmoil would have a profound impact on the world.

To gather more intelligence, he secretly sent Meng Zhang to infiltrate the Yellow Turban army.

During this period, he repeatedly achieved military merits in the Yellow Turban army, his rank steadily rising, which led to his current position as Yellow Turban Army Commander—Dragon Vanguard Army Commander Meng Zhang.

After a moment, he slowly spoke, revealing his relationship with Meng Zhang.

Upon hearing this, both Guo Jia and Xun You were startled.

Although they had suspected that Su Ye and Meng Zhang might be related, they never expected the connection to be so deep.

In that case, Meng Zhang's position within the Yellow Turban army is already of paramount importance.

This is undoubtedly a great advantage for us.

But I wonder, my lord, what are your plans moving forward?

Xun You's eyes flashed with a hint of admiration; after a moment of thought, he said.

This Yellow Turban rebellion is complex behind the scenes, with various forces—including the Da Qian dynasty and the three great surnamed kings—participating.

The Taiping Sect behind the Yellow Turban army is also manipulated by countless behind-the-scenes forces.

However, now the Taiping Sect and even the Yellow Turban army have largely completed their mission; it is time to reap the fruits.

But although we are allies, unfortunately

this fruit, I do not intend to share!

Therefore, I intend to join forces with Meng Zhang to eradicate the Taiping Sect's influence within the Yellow Turban army in one fell swoop, eliminating future trouble.

Su Ye took a deep breath, his gaze turning playful.

Excellent! This move will both weaken the Yellow Turban army's strength and strike at the Taiping Sect's arrogant vigor.

However, we must act cautiously, lest we startle the snake.

Upon hearing this, Guo Jia's eyes lit up, and he clapped his hands in praise.

Exactly, we must devise our plans carefully to ensure absolute success.

Xun You, stroking his beard in contemplation nearby, also nodded in agreement.

Su Ye nodded, indicating his approval.

You two are both extraordinarily wise; I wonder if you have any brilliant scheme to lend me a hand?

After a moment of thought, he lifted his gaze to Guo Jia and Xun You.

My lord, do not worry; I have a feasible plan.

We can use Meng Zhang's position within the Yellow Turban army to spread some false information, luring the Taiping Sect's behind-the-scenes manipulators to reveal themselves.

Then, we took the opportunity to send out troops and wiped them out in one fell swoop.

Guo Jia smiled faintly, shaking the wine gourd in his hand as he spoke.

This plan is excellent; we can first discuss the specific details with that person to ensure the plan is flawless.

Xun You listened, then nodded to show his agreement.

Having your assistance is truly my good fortune.

This operation will rely on you two.

Su Ye listened, overjoyed, he patted Guo Jia and Xun You on the shoulders and exclaimed.

Besides, Meng Zhang has another matter to entrust.

He hopes I can lend him a hand to eliminate the War God hired by those behind-the-scenes manipulators.

Su Ye slowly spoke, laying out Meng Zhang's request in full.

Guo Jia and Xun You heard this, exchanged a glance, and a hint of surprise flashed in their eyes.

Now, the Ox Demon King under Meng Zhang's command is famed throughout the world for his bravery.

He first fought Xiao Chuan of the Flying Immortal Spear God Palace, then withstood dozens of rounds under the siege of several War Gods including the Thunder Marsh Dragon Cavalry and Nangong Tianxia.

The bravery of the Ox Demon King is such that even they have heard of it.

And those who can withstand the Ox Demon King and others and stand equal to Meng Zhang in the Yellow Turban Army.

Indeed, they can be considered a major trouble in Meng Zhang's heart.

This War God is indeed a trouble.

But wanting to eliminate him is no easy task. I wonder what plans the lord has?

Guo Jia pondered for a moment, then slowly looked toward Su Ye.

I have a divine archer under my command named Zhu Que. Her archery is godlike, capable of taking an enemy general's head amidst tens of thousands of troops. I wish to have her, at the critical moment, shoot and kill this War God with a single arrow.

Su Ye smiled faintly, his eyes revealing a hint of composure.

Zhu Que's strength is beyond doubt, let alone her killer technique, the Zhu Que Arrow.

As long as someone helps Zhu Que hold off the opponent.

Let alone a War God of Base Martial 108.

Even a War God of Base Martial 109 would not escape bleeding under Zhu Que's Zhu Que Arrow.

(End of chapter)