Chapter 1665: A misjudgment occurred!

Night fell, and the autumn wind added a touch of chill. The elite squad led by Gu Yi moved rapidly through the darkness. With clear objectives and swift actions, they were like ghosts in the night. After days of lurking and reconnaissance, Gu Yi finally located the exact position of the Guandong Coalition's grain supply camp.

"The time has come, move out!" Gu Yi commanded in a low voice, his eyes flashing with firm resolve. The squad members quickly dispersed, approaching the camp silently. The night became their best cover, while Gu Yi personally led a group of men to strike directly at the core area where the grain was piled.

Meanwhile, at the front of Tongguan, Li Ru followed the plan and deliberately exposed a corner of the defensive line to induce a misjudgment by the Guandong Coalition. Seeing what appeared to be a gap in the Xiliang Army's defenses, Yuan Shao, Cao Cao, and the others were overjoyed and immediately ordered their massive army to launch an attack, attempting to break through Tongguan in one stroke.

However, when they stepped into the trap zone pre-set by the Xiliang Army, they suddenly realized that everything was a facade. Ambush troops rose from all sides, and arrows fell like rain; the Guandong Coalition immediately fell into chaos. Although Yuan Shao and Cao Cao commanded with composure, they could not help but feel flustered under this sudden offensive.

Just as the Guandong Coalition was struggling to cope with the offensive at the front of Tongguan, Gu Yi's operation achieved a critical breakthrough. They successfully infiltrated the grain camp and set it on fire; for a time, flames soared into the sky, illuminating the entire night. The burning of grain supplies was a fatal blow to any army, and the Guandong Coalition was no exception.

"Oh no, the grain is being burned!" Upon receiving the news, Yuan Shao's face changed drastically. He knew deeply that once the grain supply was insufficient, the morale of the army would inevitably collapse, and there would be no need to continue this battle.

Cao Cao furrowed his brows, gazing at the distant flames, calculating in his heart. He realized that there must be a master strategist in the Xiliang Army, otherwise, it would be impossible to locate and destroy their grain so precisely. Cao Cao began to develop a keen interest in the name Gu Yi.

"Retreat! Retreat to the camp first and discuss this later." Yuan Shao ordered helplessly. The Guandong Coalition began to retreat in chaos, while the Xiliang Army seized the victory to pursue them, reaping a rich harvest.

The Battle of Tongguan ended with the victory of the Xiliang Army. The strategy of Gu Yi and Li Ru not only successfully resisted the Guandong Coalition's attack but also severely damaged the enemy, greatly boosting the morale of the Xiliang Army. Dong Zhuo's appreciation for Gu Yi deepened further, and he even had the intention to promote him to a higher position.

However, Gu Yi did not feel complacent because of this. He knew deeply that this victory was only temporary; the Guandong warlords possessed vast power and would never give up easily. Moreover, deep in his heart, he always had a premonition that the real challenge was yet to come.

After the battle, the relationship between Gu Yi and Dong Bai grew deeper. In their spare time, they would always find time to be together, sharing each other's joys and sorrows. With her gentleness and sensitivity, Dong Bai brushed away the fatigue and pressure brought by the war for Gu Yi, while Gu Yi also used his wisdom and determination to hold up a piece of sky for Dong Bai.

"Yi, after this battle is over, will we be able to live a stable life?" Dong Bai asked softly, snuggling in Gu Yi's arms.

Gu Yi gently stroked her hair, a complex look flashing in his eyes. "Bai, in these chaotic times, there is no such thing as a stable life. But as long as we are together, no matter what difficulties we face, we can overcome them."

Hearing this, Dong Bai's eyes flashed with firm resolve. She believed in Gu Yi, and she also believed that their love could overcome all difficulties.

As time passed, the Guandong warlords gathered again, preparing to launch a new round of offensives against the Xiliang Army. And this time, their target was not just Tongguan, but Chang'an—the heartland of Dong Zhuo.

Facing the upcoming great battle, Gu Yi and Li Ru gathered again to discuss countermeasures. They knew that this time, the Xiliang Army must go all out; otherwise, they might truly suffer a crushing defeat.

"Young Friend Gu, what brilliant strategy do you have?" Li Ru looked at Gu Yi, his eyes full of expectation.

Gu Yi pondered for a moment and spoke slowly: "We cannot continue to defend passively; we must take the initiative to attack. I plan to use our cavalry advantage to divide and encircle the Guandong Coalition, breaking them one by one. At the same time, we also need to send envoys to contact other factions and strive for more allies."

Hearing this, Li Ru's eyes lit up. He knew deeply that although Gu Yi's strategy was risky, it had the potential to turn the tide of the war. Thus, the Xiliang Army mobilized again, starting intense preparations according to Gu Yi's plan.

With the full mobilization of the Xiliang Army, the entire Guanzhong region was shrouded in a tense and solemn atmosphere. Gu Yi's strategy was quickly executed, and the Xiliang iron cavalry, like sharp blades, prepared to implement a precise and fatal blow to the Guandong Coalition. Meanwhile, the envoys dispatched by Gu Yi also departed secretly, heading to various places to seek allies, hoping to deliver a fatal blow to the Guandong Coalition at a critical moment.

The strategy jointly formulated by Gu Yi and Li Ru not only reflected a profound insight into the battlefield situation but also demonstrated a precise grasp of human nature. They knew that in these chaotic times, interests and stances were often more solid than blood ties and emotions. Therefore, they did not pin their hopes entirely on a single ally, but instead wove a complex and stable alliance network through clever diplomatic means.

Under Gu Yi's careful planning, the Xiliang Army first launched a surprise attack on an important supply line of the Guandong Coalition. This supply line was crucial to the Guandong Coalition, connecting the rear material supplies with the frontline combat troops. Once this lifeline was cut, the Guandong Coalition would fall into an unprecedented predicament.

The surprise attack was chosen to be carried out on a stormy night, and the Xiliang Army's cavalry moved through the darkness like ghosts. They utilized the terrain advantage to strike the supply line precisely. For a time, flames soared, and the sounds of crying and horse neighing intertwined, forming a tragic and heroic picture.

When the Guandong Coalition learned the news that the supply line had been attacked, it was already too late. They attempted to organize a counterattack, but in the face of the Xiliang Army's flexibility and mobility, they appeared powerless. The severance of the supply line caused the combat effectiveness of the Guandong Coalition on the front line to be greatly reduced. And the Xiliang Army utilized this opportunity to begin dividing and encircling the Guandong Coalition.

Gu Yi personally led an elite force to besiege an important unit of the Guandong Coalition. He utilized the terrain advantage to set up layers of traps, causing the Guandong Coalition to fall into a desperate situation. Under Gu Yi's command, the Xiliang Army soldiers fought bravely, demonstrating astonishing combat effectiveness. In the end, this Guandong Coalition unit collapsed in despair and was completely annihilated by the Xiliang Army. ===== CHAPTER 1666 =====