Chapter 1570

Despite encountering exclusion and suppression, Zhang He and Gu Yi remained firmly on the side of the Cao Wei regime. They knew deeply that true loyalty was not merely allegiance to an individual, but the protection of this land and its people. Amidst the turbulent times, they cherished their friendship and trust even more, supporting each other as they faced challenges together.

As time passed, the political storm of Cao Wei gradually subsided, and Cao Pi inherited Cao Cao's foundation, becoming the new Wei Wang. He gave high recognition to the loyalty and talent of Zhang He and Gu Yi, not only restoring their positions in the court but also granting them more power and responsibility. Zhang He was appointed as General Who Conquers the West, responsible for guarding the frontiers and resisting foreign enemies; while Gu Yi became an important advisor in the Wei Wang's mansion, participating in the decision-making of major state affairs.

In their new positions, Zhang He and Gu Yi continued to exert their wisdom and courage. Zhang He repeatedly repelled enemy invasions at the frontier, safeguarding the country's security; while Gu Yi planned strategies in the court, providing Cao Pi with many visionary suggestions that promoted the stable development of the Cao Wei regime.

However, following the death of Cao Pi, the political landscape of Cao Wei underwent tremendous changes once again. After Cao Rui ascended the throne, although he also showed respect and trust toward Zhang He and Gu Yi, the distribution of power in the court underwent subtle changes. Some new forces began to rise, attempting to challenge the status of Zhang He and Gu Yi.

Facing new challenges, Zhang He and Gu Yi did not feel fear. They knew deeply that no matter how the era changed, as long as they adhered to their principles and beliefs, they could stand firm in the chaotic world. Thus, they continued to assist Cao Rui with loyalty and wisdom, while other new allies joined their ranks, working together to maintain the stability and prosperity of the Cao Wei regime.

Through the joint efforts of Zhang He and Gu Yi, the Cao Wei regime gradually moved toward its heyday. They not only achieved significant accomplishments in military affairs but also promoted social progress and development in multiple fields such as politics, economy, and culture. Their names were thus recorded in history, becoming heroic figures praised by later generations.

However, even heroes have their twilight years. With the increase in age, Zhang He and Gu Yi gradually felt unable to keep up with their ambitions. They knew deeply that they could not guard this land and its people forever, so they began to cultivate new successors, hoping to pass on their wisdom and experience.

Under their careful guidance, a group of young talents gradually grew up, becoming the new pillars of the Cao Wei regime. They not only inherited the loyalty and wisdom of Zhang He and Gu Yi but also possessed broader horizons and innovative thinking, injecting new vitality into the future development of the Cao Wei regime.

In the decades after the passing of Zhang He and Gu Yi, the Cao Wei regime experienced the succession of several monarchs, but their spirit and influence were like an inextinguishable lamp, illuminating later generations. Especially in the military field, the tactical wisdom left by Zhang He and the political strategy of Gu Yi became valuable treasures for successors of Cao Wei and even the entire Three Kingdoms era to learn from.

Time flowed to the late years of Cao Wei, when the northern border was suddenly invaded by a large-scale force of an alien tribe. This allied alien force had strong troops and superb horsemanship, posing an unprecedented threat to the Cao Wei border. The imperial court was shocked and urgently summoned generals from all routes to discuss countermeasures. At this moment, a young general stepped forward; he was Zhang He's grandson, Zhang Jian. Since childhood, Zhang Jian had received his grandfather's teachings; he was not only highly skilled in martial arts but also had a profound understanding of military strategy. He proposed that they should emulate his grandfather's tactics from back then, combine them with Gu Yi's strategy, and adopt flexible and varied tactics to defeat the many with the few, winning by wit rather than force.

The imperial court adopted Zhang Jian's suggestion and appointed him as General Who Conquers the North, giving him full authority over the matter of resisting the enemy. Zhang Jian knew deeply the importance of this battle; it was not only related to the country's safety but also the inheritance of his grandfather's and Gu Yi's unfulfilled wishes. He meticulously arranged the defense lines while dispatching scouts deep behind enemy lines to collect intelligence, preparing to deal the enemy a fatal blow.

The leader of the allied alien force, named Wutugu, was an incomparably brave warrior, and the troops he led were like an unstoppable torrent, sweeping away everything in their path. However, when his great army arrived at the Cao Wei border, he found that what lay before him was not the solid city walls he had imagined, but a stretch of empty land that appeared completely undefended. Although Wutugu had doubts in his heart, he was full of confidence, believing that Cao Wei had no one left to use, so he ordered the entire army to accelerate their advance, intending to break through the border in one stroke.

However, just as the allied alien force stepped into this empty land, the sound of war drums suddenly shook the sky from all directions. Zhang Jian led his army to surge out from all sides, utilizing the terrain advantage to divide and surround the enemy. Wutugu was shocked and hurriedly organized a counterattack, only to find that Zhang Jian's troops were like ghosts, appearing and disappearing, making them impossible to fathom.

The battle was exceptionally intense, with both sides trading blows, locked in a stalemate. Zhang Jian flexibly applied the tactics left by his grandfather Zhang He, at times concentrating his forces to fiercely attack one point, and at other times dispersing his forces to consume the enemy with guerrilla warfare. At the same time, he also utilized the strategy taught by Gu Yi, setting up multiple traps and ambushes, causing the allied alien force to fall into a predicament continuously.

After several days of fierce fighting, the allied alien force finally could not withstand the continuous strikes and began to rout. Seeing that the situation was lost, Wutugu had no choice but to surrender to Zhang Jian. In this fierce battle, Zhang Jian defeated the many with the few, not only safeguarding the country's border but also demonstrating the wisdom and courage of Zhang He and Gu Yi.

After the battle, Zhang Jian received commendations from the imperial court and praise from the common people. He knew deeply that this victory was not the achievement of one person, but the continuation of his grandfather's and Gu Yi's unfulfilled wishes. Thus, he built a monument at the border, on which were carved the names and achievements of Zhang He and Gu Yi, to commemorate them and inspire future generations not to forget the ancestors' unfulfilled wishes and to continue guarding this land.

As time passed, Zhang Jian's deeds gradually spread throughout the entire Cao Wei. People praised him one after another as "Zhang He reborn," believing that he not only inherited his grandfather's martial arts and wisdom but also possessed leadership and strategic vision that surpassed his predecessors. And Zhang Jian always maintained humility and caution; he knew deeply that his achievements could not be separated from the teachings of his grandfather and Gu Yi, and even more so could not be separated from the heroic struggle of countless soldiers.

After this fierce battle, the border of Cao Wei ushered in long-lasting peace. Zhang Jian continued to guard the frontier, dedicating himself to the construction and development of the border region. He not only achieved significant accomplishments in military affairs but also promoted social progress in multiple fields such as politics and economy. His name was thus recorded in history, becoming a heroic figure praised by later generations.

And the spirit and deeds of Zhang He and Gu Yi, under Zhang Jian's efforts, were better inherited and carried forward. Their stories inspired generation after generation of Cao Wei descendants to strive hard for the happiness of the people.