xymnovel Chapter 20 White Tiger War Cavalry - Charging into Battle!
Chapter 20 White Tiger War Cavalry - Charging into Battle!
However, although the garrison inside Taiping Pass killed tens of thousands of enemies, it also suffered considerable losses of its own.
Originally, the garrison inside Taiping Pass only had about 20,000 soldiers, but now only 8,000 remain, and almost all of them are wounded.
Therefore, it can be said that Taiping Pass has reached the end of its life.
After all, it was just a checkpoint. Whenever foreign tribes attacked Taiping Pass, Cangzhou would quickly provide support.
This time, Chang Ke, the governor of Cangzhou, wanted to further consolidate his control over the military power of Cangzhou.
It's clear they've decided that they're willing to give up Taiping Pass, no matter the cost!
...
At this time, inside the Xiongnu camp below Taiping Pass.
A dozen or so Xiongnu tribal leaders were drinking wine inside their tent, each holding a large cup of goat's milk wine.
Suddenly, a commotion arose outside the tent.
The tent flap was suddenly flung open, and a middle-aged man with an unruly yet resolute expression strode in.
Tefrin, a general of the Xiongnu tribe, is a war god ranked fourteenth on the list of foreign warriors.
It was precisely because of this god-like general, the only one of his kind on both sides of the battlefield, that the situation at Taiping Pass was so critical.
Over the past few days, Tefrin has led his Hun soldiers to the Taiping Pass city tower multiple times, inflicting heavy casualties on the Taiping Pass defenders.
Although he was repeatedly repelled by the garrison of Taiping Pass, he was able to escape unscathed each time thanks to his god-like martial prowess and the absence of opponents of equal caliber.
"My lords, if you grant Tefrin another ten thousand men, I will surely conquer Taiping Pass!"
Tefrin had clearly just come down from the battlefield; the bloodstains on his armor hadn't even been wiped away yet.
"Tiefflin, it's not that we're unwilling to fight, but you know the current situation of the various tribes."
"Ugh!"
A Xiongnu Chanyu sitting next to Tie Fulin smiled wryly.
The Xiongnu have been declining in recent years, and the winter disasters have caused them heavy losses.
At this time, every able-bodied Xiongnu man was incredibly precious, yet they fell one by one beneath Taiping Pass.
"Besides, whether or not we can capture Taiping Pass is not just a matter for us Xiongnu!"
"Why should we use the lives of our Xiongnu warriors to pay for this!"
"The Xiongnu Chanyu at the head of the table said indignantly."
Clearly, although only the Xiongnu tribe migrated south this time, other tribes on the grasslands paid close attention to this southward migration.
Moreover, in order to ensure that the Xiongnu's southward invasion would yield results, all the major tribes on the grasslands provided support to the Xiongnu.
However, the support from the various tribes was not on the front lines, but in the rear of the Xiongnu.
They're waiting!
Waiting for the right opportunity, the opportunity to break through Taiping Pass in one fell swoop!
As for whether there was any intention to weaken the Xiongnu by taking advantage of Taiping Pass,
That's a matter of opinion.
...
Meanwhile, on a hillside to the side of Taiping Pass, Su Ye, who had arrived overnight with the White Tiger War Cavalry and all the cavalry of the Azure Dragon Legion, stood quietly on the hillside with Yao Guangxiao and the White Tiger.
Looking down into the distance, one could see a vast, dark expanse of the Xiongnu camp.
Li Jing and Zhuque, along with the Azure Dragon Legion of the Heavenly Spirit Army, the Vermilion Bird Camp, and the Black Tortoise Guards, are still on their way.
"My lord, according to the news from the Luo Net, the support from the various tribes on the grasslands for the Xiongnu has arrived."
"Moreover, judging from the situation, the Xiongnu seem particularly confident about this support."
Since the various tribes on the grasslands did not intend to launch a large-scale southward invasion, their support for the Xiongnu would naturally not be in the form of troops or cavalry.
As for military equipment and supplies, the entire grassland is in short supply.
In fact, this was the very purpose of the southward march from the grasslands; how could they possibly be providing support to the Xiongnu?
So what exactly gave the Xiongnu such strong confidence?
Some even believe it has a decisive effect.
"Mars!"
"And he's a top-tier war god!"
Even that war god was an existence that the northern frontier could hardly resist at that time.
"My lord, it seems that the top-ranked generals of the alien races have arrived."
That's a really big game!
Hearing Yao Guangxiao's calm and collected words beside him, Su Ye narrowed his eyes slightly.
"Commander, are you confident that you can lead the cavalry to break through the Xiongnu camp and kill that enemy general tonight in a surprise attack?"
Seeing Tefrin reappear on the battlefield directing the siege, Su Ye turned his head and asked the white tiger beside him.
"Bringing the White Tiger war steeds is acceptable!"
Looking down at the countless large bags below, Baihu said in a deep voice.
It's not that the Azure Dragon Legion's cavalry is incompetent.
Instead, he brought the White Tiger Warhorse, who were confident that after breaking through the Xiongnu camp, they could bring them back intact!
As for whether he could defeat Ironflin, White Tiger didn't even mention it.
For Baihu, the only one on the list of alien generals who could even catch his eye was the one ranked first.
This is based on his reputation; we haven't even fought him yet, so who knows?
As for the ridiculously thin Ironflin below, whose entire body was devoid of even a faint aura or dharma image, the White Tiger didn't even give him a second glance.
In the charging formation, even using the second move to kill him would be considered a sign that White Tiger was out of practice today.
"Alright, let's get ready."
"Tonight, we'll present the Xiongnu with a gift and treat them well."
"After all, you've come from afar, it must have been difficult, so don't go back!"
Gazing at the straight banner in the Xiongnu camp, a cold glint flashed in Su Ye's eyes. He smiled slightly, turned, and left.
...
That night
Su Ye brought Yao Guangxiao back to that hillside.
The only difference is that the White Tiger is not present this time.
"The time is almost up!"
Standing at the top of the hillside, a cool breeze blew, lifting the corners of their clothes.
Looking out over the Xiongnu camp under the night sky, the flickering firelight and the tranquility of the night intertwined with the warmth of the campfires, creating a captivating scene.
But this beautiful vision was soon shattered.
The White Tiger cavalry, like a giant dragon, snaked and coiled, exuding a majestic aura, and suddenly launched a charge against the Xiongnu camp!
With neighing and galloping, the White Tiger cavalry, clad in white armor, rapidly converged from all directions on the hillside, like a thunderous army, charging toward the camp at astonishing speed.
Their warhorses' hooves were like thunderbolts, and the earth trembled beneath their feet!
The warhorses galloped swiftly, their spears and swords gleaming like frost.
The White Tiger cavalry, wielding long spears whose tips gleamed coldly, charged forward, swinging their spears with force, the tips slicing through the air with a sharp sound.
"Broken Army!"
The White Tiger cavalry charged to the enemy camp, their spears piercing the enemy like sharp knives, instantly slicing through the Xiongnu's camp.
Countless Xiongnu people panicked and fled in panic.
At this moment, the White Tiger riders unleashed their courage and ferocity to the fullest!
"Don't panic! Don't panic!"
"Form ranks!"
Tefrin, who was preparing to rest in the main tent, suddenly heard a commotion outside, followed by a thunderous roar, and his heart sank.
He was a man of the grasslands, and he spent his whole life as a cavalry general.
He could easily tell that it was the sound of cavalry charging into battle, and that it was very close to him!
But he never imagined that the dying garrison inside Taiping Pass would dare to charge into the grassland people's formation.