Chapter 1748: This Is Too Absurd

In the intensive preparations, Gu Yi, Dong Zhuo, and Dong Bai formed an indestructible core. They had clear divisions of labor and tacit cooperation, needing to ensure the plan was foolproof while avoiding alerting the enemy.

"General Gu, according to my intelligence, these rebellious generals seem to intend to act on the night of the full moon next month," Dong Bai said in a secret meeting, her eyes shining with firmness and wisdom. "That day, there will be a grand celebration in the city, which is the best time in their plan."

Gu Yi pondered for a moment and asked: "What is their specific action plan? Is there more detailed intelligence?"

Dong Bai nodded and took a secret letter from her sleeve, unfolding it gently. "This is what I obtained after much trouble. They plan to use the chaos in the city during the climax of the celebration to launch a surprise attack, with the goal of taking the Prime Minister's mansion directly."

Hearing this, Dong Zhuo angrily slapped the desk and stood up: "This group of ungrateful wretches! I treated them well, yet they dare to be so bold!"

Gu Yi hurriedly pacified him: "Prime Minister, calm your anger. The most important thing now is how to respond. We have already grasped the initiative; as long as we lay out our plans properly, we will certainly be able to capture them all in one net."

Dong Zhuo took a deep breath, suppressing his anger, and looked at Gu Yi: "Gu Yi, what is your good plan?"

Gu Yi thought for a moment and said slowly: "We can use their own plan against them. On the day of the celebration, we will appear to relax our vigilance while secretly setting up a net. At the same time, we will send an elite force to quietly surround their strongholds; once they act, we will immediately cut off their retreat, leaving them unable to attend to both ends."

After listening, Dong Zhuo's eyes flashed with appreciation: "This plan is excellent! But the risk in executing it is not small; we must act cautiously."

In the days that followed, Gu Yi and Dong Bai were almost inseparable, busy arranging every detail. They not only had to ensure the smooth progress of the plan but also had to guard against possible accidents.

"General Gu, do you think we should arrange some backup plans?" Dong Bai asked in a late-night discussion. "After all, on the battlefield, things change constantly."

Gu Yi nodded, his expression solemn: "Indeed, I have already considered this. I will arrange several mobile units to stand by at any time to deal with emergencies."

Hearing this, Dong Bai smiled slightly, her eyes full of trust: "With General Gu here, I can always be much more at ease."

Finally, the night of the full moon arrived. Changancheng was decorated with lanterns and colored banners, bustling with excitement. Gu Yi, Dong Zhuo, and Dong Bai each acted according to the plan, appearing to enjoy the festivities with the people while secretly monitoring everything.

Night fell, and the celebration gradually reached its climax. Suddenly, a burst of rapid hoofbeats broke the joyful atmosphere. Gu Yi's heart tightened; he knew it was time.

"Action!" he ordered in a low voice, then led a team of elite soldiers to quickly approach the strongholds of the rebellious generals.

At the same time, Dong Bai was also commanding another team elsewhere in the city, ready to provide support at any time. Her eyes were calm and decisive, completely lacking her usual gentle appearance.

The battle was on the verge of breaking out. The army led by Gu Yi engaged in a fierce confrontation with the rebel army. Fire lit up the sky, swords flashed, and the entire Changancheng seemed to be ignited by the flames of war.

However, at the critical moment, Gu Yi discovered that the power of the rebel army was far stronger than described in the intelligence. They seemed to have been prepared long ago, not only well-equipped but also well-trained.

"Not good, we've fallen into a trap!" a deputy general ran over in a hurry to report. "Their main force is not here, but..."

"But at the Prime Minister's mansion!" Gu Yi's heart chilled, immediately realizing the severity of the problem. He quickly adjusted his tactics, ordering part of the army to continue to contain the enemy in front, while he led the main force to rush to the Prime Minister's mansion.

At this time, the Prime Minister's mansion was facing an unprecedented crisis. Although Dong Zhuo had been prepared, he found it somewhat difficult to face the sudden and fierce offensive.

"Miss Dong, you must immediately take the Prime Minister and evacuate!" Gu Yi ordered without hesitation after arriving.

Dong Bai, however, shook her head and said firmly: "No, I want to stay here and fight side by side with you."

Gu Yi's heart warmed, but he was more worried: "Miss Dong, this is an order! You must go!"

Finally, under Gu Yi's insistence, Dong Bai took Dong Zhuo and evacuated safely, while Gu Yi stayed behind, commanding the remaining troops to fight to the death with the rebel army.

The battle lasted for an entire night. When the first ray of morning light pierced through the clouds and illuminated the earth, the rebellion was finally quelled. However, the smoke of the battlefield had not yet dissipated, and Gu Yi's heart was filled with heavy sorrow.

He looked at the devastated battlefield, his heart a mix of emotions. Although they had won the battle, the price paid was so heavy. Many brothers who had fought side by side were now sleeping forever in this land.

"General Gu..." Dong Bai returned with Dong Zhuo, her voice choked with sobs. "Are you alright?" ===== CHAPTER 1749 =====