Chapter 1302: I have a plan

Just as Cao Cao mobilized, Gu Yi also learned of their route.

Gu Yi and Strategist Pang Tong discussed the plan to ambush them on the path Cao Cao was bound to take. They stood before a map, carefully studying Cao Cao's route and the surrounding terrain.

"Cao Cao's troops are strong and his horses are sturdy. If we want to successfully ambush them, we must consider their strength and tactics. Strategist Pang Tong, do you have any good suggestions?" Gu Yi said, frowning.

"I have a plan. We can choose to set an ambush in a narrow gorge on the path Cao Cao must take. The cliffs on both sides of this gorge are steep, which can limit Cao Cao's army to a narrow space, giving us a greater advantage." Strategist Pang Tong thought for a moment, then clapped his hands gently and said.

"Then how should we set up the ambush?" Gu Yi's brows arched slightly after hearing this, indicating his agreement, and he continued to inquire.

"We can set up ambush troops on the cliffs. They can use the advantage of the height to throw stones, rain arrows, and other attack methods at Cao Cao's army, inflicting heavy damage on them. At the same time, we can set up traps and lure the enemy on the narrow road, making it difficult for Cao Cao's army to pass easily." Strategist Pang Tong raised his finger and pointed at the gorge on the map, explaining.

Gu Yi nodded, indicating his agreement with Strategist Pang Tong's plan. They quickly finalized the specific action plan and assigned tasks to each unit and general. They decided to complete the setup before dawn so that they could catch Cao Cao off guard and trap him in the gorge when he marched.

Next, Gu Yi and Strategist Pang Tong led the soldiers to act quickly. They dispatched elite troops to set up ambushes on the cliffs while arranging various traps and ambush points. Everyone cooperated tacitly, acting quickly and methodically.

At dawn, Gu Yi and Strategist Pang Tong stood on the mountaintop, overlooking the gorge. They saw that their plan had been perfectly implemented, and a dangerous aura faintly permeated the gorge.

"Cao Cao, your doomsday is coming. Today, we will deal you a fatal blow and make you regret coming to this land." Gu Yi took a deep breath and said to boost morale.

"We will use the terrain and the people to ensure you have nowhere to escape. Prepare to meet the battle!" Strategist Pang Tong also added with a firm gaze.

They looked at each other and smiled, confidently preparing to meet the upcoming battle.

They firmly believed that this ambush would be a trap Cao Cao could not avoid.

Not long after their words fell, a deafening sound suddenly erupted from the gorge.

"Enemy attack!"

"Enemy attack!"

"..."

Hearing the loud noise from the gorge, everyone panicked immediately. They dared not stay and rushed out of the cave one after another.

When they ran to the edge of the cliff, they discovered that there were many black, dense things in the gorge. Those things were all black-armored cavalry; they wore thick armor, held long spears, and the warhorses under their crotches stepped with neat paces, galloping toward the mountaintop.

"Hide quickly!"

"Retreat!"

"..."

The soldiers who saw the enemy attack were terrified and scattered to flee, but how could their speed compare to the black-armored cavalry?

Soon, those black-armored cavalry had rushed to the mountaintop, their figures filling the gorge, blocking the sunlight and making the gorge dark.

Seeing this scene, Gu Yi and Strategist Pang Tong's expressions turned solemn.

The number of enemy troops was too large, as many as several thousand, and their equipment was extremely fine, and the warhorses were even more robust. The weapons they held were cavalry-style bows and crossbows, the bowstrings were taut, the crossbow arrows shone with cold light, and the lethality was very great.

"Strategist Pang Tong, you go first!" Gu Yi shouted to Strategist Pang Tong.

"My lord..." Strategist Pang Tong hesitated somewhat.

Gu Yi looked at the enemy troops getting closer and closer in the gorge and said in a deep voice: "Strategist Pang Tong, you must remember that this war concerns the entire country; only victory is allowed, and failure is absolutely not permitted. Our mission is to defend the country and guard the land. Therefore, you must live, and I must live."

Strategist Pang Tong gritted his teeth and said in a deep voice: "My lord, this subordinate is willing to live or die with you."

Gu Yi shook his head and said: "You are my right-hand man; I don't want anything to happen to you. Strategist Pang Tong, this time you must go first, otherwise I will die of guilt."

"Then what about my lord?" Strategist Pang Tong asked urgently.

"I will live; I will tell His Majesty about this and request his assistance." Gu Yi said seriously.

"But..." Strategist Pang Tong was still very worried.

"No more 'buts'!" Gu Yi interrupted Strategist Pang Tong's words and said in a deep voice: "Go quickly, I will take care of myself."

Strategist Pang Tong gritted his teeth and finally chose to leave. He led the soldiers and ran wildly toward the outside of the gorge.

Just as he turned around, the corner of his eye caught a pair of feet appearing at the bottom of the cliff. Strategist Pang Tong's pupils contracted violently, and his whole body trembled. He dared not look back, nor did he dare to turn his head, because he knew that behind him, endless blades were flying toward him.

Gu Yi looked at Strategist Pang Tong's retreating back, the corners of his mouth hooked into a faint smile, and excitement flashed in his eyes.

"Strategist Pang Tong, don't worry, as long as I am here, Cao Cao will surely be defeated!" Gu Yi said loudly.

Hearing Gu Yi's words, infinite emotion surged in Strategist Pang Tong's heart.

For these days, his lord had been running around for their plans, yet he had never complained a single bit. Such a lord was worth his following, worth his protecting with his life.

"Let's go, let's set off too." Gu Yi shouted a few times and took the lead to rush down.

Strategist Pang Tong looked at Gu Yi and also jumped off the cliff, disappearing into the valley.

When they arrived at the foot of the mountain, they found that the enemy troops had already withdrawn. Their target was the gorge, not the mountain peak.

"My lord, what should we do?" Strategist Pang Tong came to Gu Yi's side and asked in a low voice.

"Find a place to rest first, and set off again after dark." Gu Yi thought for a moment and said.

"Yes, my lord!" Strategist Pang Tong said respectfully.

They came to the hillside and found a flat place to sit down.

"My lord, should we take the opportunity to attack them?" Strategist Pang Tong asked.

"No need, we will act after dark." Gu Yi shook his head and said: "Strategist Pang Tong, you have worked hard these days; you go back and rest first."

"Yes."

Strategist Pang Tong responded and retreated. ===== CHAPTER 1303 =====