Chapter 1791

Inside Sishui Pass, Hua Xiong was waiting full of expectation for Dong Zhuo's reply. Gu Yi stood on the side, his expression calm, seemingly having everything under control.

"Mr. Gu, do you think Prime Minister Dong will agree to my request?" Hua Xiong was somewhat uneasy; after all, the position of Hulao Pass garrison general was fiercely contested, and although he had merit, he did not dare to easily conclude.

Gu Yi smiled slightly, his tone carrying a bit of certainty: "General Hua, rest assured, Prime Minister Dong observes everything clearly and will certainly see your achievements and potential. Moreover, the Battle of Hulao Pass is equally important to Prime Minister Dong. He needs a general who can both fight bravely and have strategy, and you are precisely the best candidate."

Upon hearing this, Hua Xiong felt the stone in his heart fall slightly, and he respected Gu Yi even more: "Mr. Gu, that I, Hua Xiong, can have your help is truly a great fortune in three lives. When I arrive at Hulao Pass, I will certainly perform more meritorious services and not fail the expectations of Prime Minister Dong and you."

Just as they were speaking, a messenger rode in at full speed, holding Dong Zhuo's handwritten letter, and read loudly: "Order from Prime Minister Dong, Hua Xiong listen to the order: In view of your great victory at Sishui Pass and your outstanding merits, you are specifically ordered to go to Hulao Pass immediately to take over the position of garrison general, and you must guard the fortress and resist the Guandong coalition. At the same time, bring the strategist Gu Yi with you to assist in the war. This is the order."

After listening, Hua Xiong was overjoyed, knelt on one knee, and led the order loudly: "Hua Xiong obeys the order and will certainly not fail the great expectations of Prime Minister Dong!"

Gu Yi also bowed slightly, secretly calculating the layout for the next steps in his heart. He knew that the Battle of Hulao Pass would be the stage where he truly displayed his talent and influenced the overall situation of the world.

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Several days later, Hua Xiong and Gu Yi led an elite troop and embarked on the journey to Hulao Pass. Along the way, Hua Xiong's admiration for Gu Yi was overflowing, and he frequently asked about his views on the future war situation.

"Mr. Gu, Hulao Pass has dangerous terrain and is easy to defend but difficult to attack, but the coalition will surely go all out; how should we respond?" Hua Xiong frowned, obviously knowing the challenges he was about to face.

Gu Yi stroked his beard gently, a flash of wise light in his eyes: "General Hua, the Battle of Hulao Pass must not only rely on force but also on wisdom. We need to use the terrain to set up multiple defensive lines, and at the same time, use espionage warfare and psychological warfare to disrupt the coalition, making them suspicious of each other and unable to form a joint force. Furthermore, we can contact surrounding tribes, promising them benefits, and let them contain the coalition from the side; this is what is called 'the best military policy is to attack the strategy'."

Hua Xiong nodded repeatedly as he listened, his conviction in Gu Yi's strategy growing: "Mr. Gu's words are like a head-on blow; I, Hua Xiong, will certainly do my utmost to execute your plan."

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Hulao Pass, this majestic pass with a long history, appeared even more solemn and towering in the sunset. Hua Xiong and Gu Yi stood on the gate wall, looking into the distance, where the flags of the Guandong coalition were already vaguely visible.

"General Hua, this battle concerns the hegemony of Prime Minister Dong and also concerns the fate of each of us." Gu Yi's tone was solemn, but his eyes revealed firmness and confidence.

Hua Xiong clenched his fists, his voice sonorous and powerful: "Mr. Gu, I, Hua Xiong, swear to live or die with Hulao Pass; with you here, I have even more confidence. Let us write our own legend together!"

Night fell, and Hulao Pass was brightly lit, with soldiers busy preparing, while Gu Yi and Hua Xiong continued to discuss detailed strategies to deal with the coalition in the secret room, every detail being repeatedly scrutinized, striving for perfection.

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At the same time, in the Guandong coalition camp, the various lords were sitting together, discussing how to conquer Hulao Pass. Yuan Shao looked solemn, his voice carrying a bit of anxiety: "Everyone, Hua Xiong has moved his army to Hulao; this person is extremely brave and has a strategist to assist him, so we must not underestimate the enemy."

Upon hearing this, Cao Cao's eyes flashed with sharp light: "Benchu, although Hulao Pass is dangerous, it is not unbreakable. The key lies in whether we can be united as one, and at the same time, we must find the enemy's weaknesses and win with wisdom."

However, the lords had their own thoughts, discussing one after another, and it was difficult to reach a consensus. Sun Jian remained silent, secretly regretting in his heart that he had not joined the coalition earlier, leading to the current passive situation. And Liu Bei, Guan Yu, and Zhang Fei listened silently, already having their own plans. ===== CHAPTER 1792 =====