xymnovel Chapter 535 Each with their own plans
Chapter 535 Each with their own plans
Meanwhile, behind the rebel coalition, Li Mi stood on a high slope, his gaze piercing through layers of smoke, fixed on the barbaric iron cavalry rampaging through the Great Xuan army. His eyes gleamed with an unprecedented light, a complex expression mixed with greed, envy, and longing.
He had never seen such a powerful army on the verge of defeat, nor had he ever imagined that Xuan Yuanpo, a pawn of humble origins who had risen to power not much earlier than himself, could wield such terrifying power.
As far as he knew, Xuan Yuanpo's rise to power was not much earlier than his own, and he was a discarded pawn with no powerful background.
Where did such a high-level thing as a Taoist soldier come from?!
"Alliance Leader Xuanyuan has truly broadened my horizons!"
"Who exactly is this military strategist? How did the alliance leader assemble such an elite army?"
Li Mi's voice carried an undisguised hint of flattery as he slowly walked toward Xuan Yuanpo, his gaze never leaving the barbaric cavalry.
Upon hearing this, Xuan Yuanpo's eyes flickered slightly. He knew Li Mi's character and his deep thoughts, and he knew that this flattery must have some ulterior motive.
"Haha, Brother Li, where do you think this kind of army came from?"
However, he did not answer Li Mi's question directly, but calmly asked a question in return.
"Judging from the appearance of this army, it closely resembles the totems of various tribes in the Southern Barbarian lands. Could it be...?"
Li Mi was taken aback, then laughed.
"Haha, this barbaric iron cavalry force originated from the Southern Barbarians. It is the embodiment of the beliefs of me, my many subordinates, and various Southern Barbarian tribes, and represents the common will of me and my many Southern Barbarian tribes."
Xuanyuan Po gently shook his head, his gaze becoming profound.
Upon hearing this, a hint of displeasure flashed in Li Mi's eyes.
He originally thought that Xuanyuan Po would reveal some specific origins or secrets, but he did not expect to receive such a high-sounding answer.
"Alliance Leader Xuanyuan is truly extraordinary."
"The Great Xuan Dynasty is now very powerful. If we kings cannot join forces to fight against it, we will be defeated one by one sooner or later."
"With the Alliance Leader's barbarian cavalry being so formidable, the Allied Forces' chances of victory have truly increased significantly."
However, he did not give up, but continued to probe, and tried to tie this group of Taoist soldiers to the side of the Allied Forces as soon as he opened his mouth.
Xuanyuan Po looked at Li Mi, secretly on guard.
He knew that Li Mi was a very cunning man, and although his words seemed sincere, they actually concealed malicious intentions.
He pondered for a moment before finally speaking slowly, "Li Mi, what you say makes sense. However, this barbarian cavalry cannot be controlled by me alone. It is backed by a complex system of totems and beliefs, and only those who truly gain its approval can wield its power. If you sincerely wish to contribute to the allied forces, you might as well put aside your personal desires and work with me for the victory of the anti-king coalition. When the time is right, I will reveal more secrets about the barbarian cavalry to you."
"The Alliance Leader is absolutely right."
"As members of the anti-monarchy coalition, we should work together for victory."
Upon hearing this, Li Mi felt unwilling, but he also understood that Xuan Yuanpo was not someone who could be easily fooled. He could only grit his teeth inwardly, but a smile appeared on his face.
Xuanyuan Po looked at Li Mi, a barely perceptible hint of coldness flashing in his eyes.
Li Mi was an ambitious man. Although his words seemed like a compromise, he was actually still plotting in secret.
"Brother Li, rest assured, I, Xuan Yuanpo, always keep my word. As long as you contribute to the Allied Forces, I will certainly not treat you unfairly."
However, he did not directly expose Li Mi's disguise, but calmly nodded.
The conversation between the two then came to an end.
However, their own calculations did not stop there.
Li Mi lowered his eyes, secretly pondering how to further investigate the secrets of the Barbarian Iron Cavalry.
After his conversation with Li Mi ended, Xuan Yuanpo's gaze returned to the battlefield, where the Great Xuan army was in chaos and defeat.
A cold smile curled at the corner of his lips; he had already made up his mind.
This moment was not only a major blow to the Great Xuan army, but also a crucial moment for Xuan Yuanpo to demonstrate his strength.
"Pass down the order: a full-scale attack! Give the Great Xuan army no chance to regroup!"
Xuan Yuanpo's voice echoed in the cold wind, like a sharp blade in ice, revealing an undeniable determination.
His voice was not loud, but it clearly reached the ears of every barbarian cavalryman, making them seem as if driven by an invisible force, and they all roared in response to Xuan Yuanpo's command.
As the order was given, the barbarian cavalry swept across the battlefield like a whirlwind. Their figures, clad in rattan armor, flickered amidst the smoke and fire, like ghosts in the night, silently traversing the battlefield.
Each charge was accompanied by the cries of agony and collapse of the Great Xuan army, their iron hooves trampling the earth as if they wanted to bring this land under their control.
The chase lasted for several days.
Along the way, the banners of the Great Xuan army fell one after another, and the soldiers abandoned their armor and weapons, suffering a complete rout.
They tried to organize an effective resistance, but all their efforts seemed so pale and powerless under the fierce onslaught of the barbarian cavalry.
The generals of the Great Xuan army looked on in despair, knowing that this time they had encountered an unprecedentedly powerful enemy.
Xuanyuan Po sat on his warhorse, coldly watching all this, without the slightest pity in his heart.
It wasn't until they encountered Yang Jian, who relied on several strong passes and reorganized his army to defend the city.
When the allied forces led by Xuanyuan Po stopped, they had already occupied five or six rich and prosperous counties in the south of the Great Xuan Dynasty.
These large counties, once vital granaries and sources of revenue for the dynasty, have now fallen into the hands of the rebel coalition.
Looking at the land before him, Xuanyuan Po felt a surge of indescribable pride and ambition.
At this moment, he clearly felt that he had finally taken the first formal step towards his goal!
He rode forward and arrived at the city gate of the great prefecture.
The city gate was in a dilapidated state, clearly indicating that it had been the site of a fierce battle.
Looking up, one could see the city walls covered with the flags of the anti-king coalition, fluttering in the wind.
"Hahaha, Alliance Leader Xuanyuan, this battle has been a resounding success! The strength of our anti-king coalition has increased considerably!"
One of the rebel kings stepped forward excitedly, his face beaming with joy, as if he could already see the dawn of future victory.
His eyes sparkled with excitement and pride, as if at this moment, all his efforts had been rewarded.
Xuanyuan Po smiled faintly, his gaze sweeping over the newly conquered land before him, a surge of heroic ambition rising in his heart.
But he knew this was just the beginning; the real challenges were yet to come.
"This is indeed a good start, but the Great Xuan Dynasty has a deep foundation, so we still need to proceed with caution."
"The resources of these large counties must be integrated as soon as possible to enhance our military strength."