Chapter 1231

On the battlefield where the wind whistled, beacon smoke kept rolling up.

Looking at the ruthless person who had pierced through their cavalry like a monster, the Vice Niru's eyes already showed fear.

Because this was simply not a human! Even Oboi, who was praised by the Khan as a "Baturu," had never given him this kind of pressure!

"Retreat? Retreat!"

Watching Zhang Cheng rushing toward him, the Vice Niru immediately roared.

The three-hundred-man Niru squad had never suffered casualties since entering the pass, but just now, in one encounter, Zhang Cheng had killed nearly a third of them. If they continued to fight, whether the entire Niru organization could be preserved was a question!

Looking at the fleeing Tatars, Zhang Cheng flicked the Six-Harmony Spear in his hand, and the blood shook off from above.

Looking at Zhang Cheng excitedly, Jia Wei, who was in a state of high excitement, stepped forward and said, "Uncle, why don't we chase them and kill them all?"

Turning his head to look at Jia Wei, Zhang Cheng said sternly, "We are out to scout, not for field battles!"

Hearing Zhang Cheng's words, Jia Wei then reacted, because if they hadn't encountered the Tatars slaughtering commoners, they would probably have bypassed them directly.

"Count the wounded, then continue forward!"

Addressing Jia Wei, Zhang Cheng could not help but become stern.

But just as he started the battle, he was shocked, because the Tatars attacking the pass was true, and the looting was true, but the direction of the entire battle was like a starry sky.

"They aren't attacking? But harassing?"

As this thought appeared in his mind, Zhang Cheng became stern.

The Great Gan has had many battles with the Tatars over the years, but due to the assistance of the neighboring Goryeo Kingdom, there has never been a major war!

But Zhang Cheng had never seen this kind of comprehensive harassment in battle reports. Could it be that this was just to delay the Great Gan military?

On the Yalu River, the Tatars with flags like a forest were crossing the rope bridge.

Riding on a warhorse, a man with a cold face was looking into the distance: "Has intelligence come from the First Prince?"

"Reporting to the Fourth Prince, the First Prince has already begun to harass; the Great Gan still thinks we are preparing to attack the pass!"

Explaining to the Fourth Prince before him, the man with the rat-like face smiled.

"That's good. Even if we can't delay them, we must make the Great Gan keep their heavy troops in Zunhua!"

Waving his whip, the man rode forward and then looked at the Goryeo Kingdom not far away: "This time, I will cut off an arm of the Great Gan first!"

In Zunhua, First-Class Earl Niu Jizong was gathering the generals to discuss matters.

And Wang Ziteng, who had not yet become the Capital Battalion Commander, was also among them, but he was in a rear position.

Because at this time, he had not yet been recommended by the Jia family!

"Beigukou is still there, yet the Tatars have entered the pass in large numbers. Do they not take us seriously at all?"

Slapping the table in anger, Niu Jizong's eyes flashed with ferocity.

Because ever since the Retired Emperor led the founding lineage to defeat in Liaodong, the Tatars have become more and more rampant.

However, after losing Liaodong, the Great Gan indeed no longer had the ability for frontal field battles!

Passive defense, yet still looked down upon, with people casually rushing in to loot—whoever this happened to would be furious!

"General, we should send a letter to the Retired Emperor and let him make the decision!"

Looking at Niu Jizong, Jiang Zining, the Marquis of Pingyuan, who also belonged to the Four Kings and Eight Dukes and Twelve Marquises, spoke sternly.

Because starting a border conflict without authorization is no small matter, especially at a time like this!

"That's right, now is not the time to be angry; we should send troops to rescue as soon as possible. As for the matter of sending troops, we still need the Retired Emperor to make the decision!"

After a discussion, everyone reached an agreement.

However, in their discussion, the current Emperor was completely ignored.

But only when sending the letter was a copy incidentally given to him...

Capital, Shuntian Prefecture,

The galloping cavalry roared: "Eight-hundred-mile urgent report, get out of the way, eight-hundred-mile urgent report..."

Hearing this sound, the people on the street quickly dodged, because if they were hit, it would really be bad luck!

Galloping all the way to the Imperial City, the cavalry immediately handed over the sealed intelligence.

"Ding, ding, ding!"

The bell rang. Hearing it, the officials in the city immediately put down their work and went to the palace. In the Fengtian Hall, the gloomy Emperor Hongde leaned down and said: "This is an eight-hundred-mile urgent report from the border; let's discuss it!"

And after Xia Shouzhong handed down the urgent report, the expressions of many officials changed.

Because the Tatars had attacked the pass again, and it was a large-scale looting. Was there going to be a major war again?

"Nan E, how is the situation at the border?"

Looking at the burly man in the flying-fish suit below, Emperor Hongde became stern.

"Reporting to Your Majesty, the Southern Zhenfu Division received news that although the Tatars are commanded by the rebel First Prince Dai Shan, their purpose is merely to harass the border! Their true goal is a surprise attack on Goryeo..."

Just as Nan E finished speaking, the ministers below were stunned.

Because there have been few major battles at the Great Gan border over the years precisely because there is the loyal dog Goryeo!

But now, the Tatars know they are going to hit the loyal dog; what should be done?

Clenching his fists, Emperor Hongde's face was full of gloom.

Having succeeded to the throne for five years, although he had initially controlled the court, the military power was in the Dragon Head Palace!

Those arrogant soldiers and fierce generals of the founding lineage might not necessarily listen to him!

Thinking of this, Emperor Hongde said: "In that case, let's discuss the matter first! I will discuss it with the Retired Emperor later!"

However, just as Emperor Hongde intended to let the people below express their thoughts, Dai Quan walked in from outside.

Looking at Dai Quan, Emperor Hongde fell silent.

"The Retired Emperor has an edict: order Shenwu General Feng Tang, Anbei General Jiang Zining, and Pingbei General Wang Ziteng to lead thirty thousand troops to reinforce Goryeo."

And just as Dai Quan finished speaking, Emperor Hongde was shocked.

Because what is the point of sending these thirty thousand people? You should either prepare fifty thousand people to completely cut off the Tatars' thoughts, or simply not send anyone to avoid consuming military rations. Now, sending this little bit of people in an awkward position—are they watching a play?

How many troops does Great Gan have in Jizhou Town? A full one hundred and fifty thousand!

Although they are garrisoned in various places, isn't it really shabby to send these thirty thousand people out?

"Your Majesty, the Retired Emperor invites you to the Dragon Head Palace to discuss matters!"

Addressing Emperor Hongde, Dai Quan smiled.

"I understand!"

Standing up, Emperor Hongde could not help but glance at Xia Shouzhong.

Understanding Emperor Hongde's meaning, he immediately shrieked: "Dismiss the court!"

Half a month later, in the land of Liaodong,

Zhang Cheng, holding the Six-Harmony Spear, jumped his horse down the hill, followed by the roaring Jia family clansmen.

"It's him again!"

Looking at Zhang Cheng in anger, the newly promoted Tatar Niru became terrified.

"Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh!"

The Six-Harmony Spear in his hand brandished, rotating like a grim reaper's scythe.

When the Tatars, who died upon contact, showed looks of terror, Zhang Cheng rushed straight toward him.

Looking at Zhang Cheng, the Niru also roared in anger: "Southern dog, I will definitely..."

"Boom!"

The Six-Harmony Spear thrust forward, Zhang Cheng picked him up and threw him onto the ground like trash, saying: "Victory!"

"Victory, victory!"

Roaring in excitement, the cavalry behind him roared when they saw this scene.

For the past half month, they had been at the front line preventing the Tatar cavalry from entering the pass.

The Jia family clansmen, who were originally afraid of the Tatars, now all became quite courageous. Zhang Cheng could not help but frown, because he discovered that the Tatars' goal was not in Jizhou Town at all, but just looting!

"Brother Jue, Brother Jue, a letter came from Brother Pu in the rear; we must return to the fort immediately to prepare for reinforcements to Goryeo!"

Galloping over, a Jia family clansman shouted immediately.

"Goryeo?"

His brain exploded with a "boom"; Zhang Cheng suddenly understood why the Tatars were advancing like this, because their target was Goryeo!

(End of chapter)