xymnovel Chapter 565 Yang Jian's Two-Pronged Approach to the Drought Demon Army
Chapter 565 Yang Jian's Two-Pronged Approach to the Drought Demon Army
"The art of war says, 'Know yourself and know your enemy, and you will never be defeated.' Now, the Luo Wang under your command has conducted a comprehensive reconnaissance of Hengzhou's terrain, troop distribution, and the personalities of its generals, and has formulated a detailed battle plan."
"Jiong will strengthen our army's logistical support to ensure sufficient food and supplies, strong troops, and the ability to wait in comfort for the enemy to tire themselves out."
Gao Jiong pondered for a moment before speaking slowly.
"Alright! In that case, let's speed up our offensive."
"Xue Rengui, Tie Shiwen, and Lian Po, each of you will lead your troops to advance from the front and take the capital of Hengzhou."
"Mr. Guo Jia and Mr. Xun You will accompany the army on the expedition, responsible for intelligence gathering and internal defection, while Mr. Gao Jiong will remain at Tianqian Pass to oversee the overall situation and ensure that logistics are not a problem."
After hearing this, Su Ye had already made up his mind. He stood up, looked around at everyone, and spoke firmly.
"As for the two newly joined fierce generals, Yang Jian and Gongsun Ba, I originally intended to let you rest for a while, but the opportunity to fight is fleeting, so I want to order the two generals to lead the troops into battle."
At this point, Su Ye's gaze lingered on Yang Jian and Gongsun Ba at the very end of the list, his tone filled with anticipation.
Upon hearing this, Yang Jian and Gongsun Ba were both invigorated and overjoyed, their eyes sparkling with excitement.
Unexpectedly, the two of them had only just joined the Cangzhou Army, and their lord had already given them such a good opportunity.
It's obvious to anyone with eyes that conquering Hengzhou is no longer difficult; the two of them are simply there to rack up battle merits!
This was, of course, something Su Ye did intentionally, as the one who summoned them.
Su Ye was fully aware of their martial prowess, but the others were unaware of it!
Currently, all of Su Ye's subordinates have appeared on the battlefield and shone brightly.
Yang Jian and Gongsun Ba naturally couldn't be left behind; Su Ye didn't have time to let them slowly kill time with the army.
"Yang Jian, I hereby order you to lead 10,000 elite troops, including 5,000 infantry, 3,000 cavalry, and 2,000 archers, to flank from the east and head straight for Yunmeng County in northern Hengzhou."
"With your bravery, you will surely intimidate the enemy and quickly seize key locations."
Thinking of this, Su Ye looked at Yang Jian, who was bowing below him, and continued speaking.
"Gongsun Ba, you will lead an army of ten thousand, with the same configuration, to attack from the west, targeting Lishui County in southern Hengzhou. With your combat prowess, you will surely help our army capture this county successfully."
"Your mission is not only to conquer cities and seize territory, but also to demonstrate the formidable might of my Cangzhou army, so that the entire Hengzhou will tremble in fear. Remember, speed and efficiency are key to this operation. I eagerly await your triumphant report!"
Yang Jian and Gongsun Ba exchanged a glance, both seeing determination and excitement in each other's eyes.
"Yes, my lord! We will certainly live up to your trust and vow to take the two counties of Hengzhou!"
The two stepped forward together, bowed deeply, and spoke in firm voices.
Su Ye nodded in satisfaction, then his gaze swept among the generals before finally settling on Zhao Yun, who was dressed in a white robe and looked dashing.
Zhao Yun stood quietly among the generals, his face composed.
"Zilong, I have an important mission that I need you to carry out personally."
Su Ye called out in a deep voice, his voice filled with deep trust.
"Please speak, my lord, and I will do my utmost."
Upon hearing this, Zhao Yun's body trembled slightly, and he stepped forward, cupping his hands in greeting.
"Zilong, the White Horse Cavalry under your command is currently the most elite force in our Cangzhou army. Their speed and combat effectiveness are both top-notch."
"In this campaign against Hengzhou, I intend for you to lead this elite force to roam the territory of Hengzhou, not adhering to fixed battle lines, but rather adapting flexibly to the battlefield situation and seeking opportunities for battle."
Su Ye smiled slightly, his eyes sparkling with admiration.
Upon hearing this, a glint flashed in Zhao Yun's eyes. The true strength of the White Horse Cavalry had already been fully displayed long ago.
However, how well he can achieve this victory will be another test of his leadership skills.
As a member of the White Horse Cavalry, no amount of achievement was excessive.
But if your teammates are too good, and you're still slacking off even after the battle of Hengzhou is over, then that's your own problem.
"Rest assured, my lord, Yun will lead the White Horse Cavalry to follow and support all units, leaving the enemy nowhere to hide."
Despite the pressure, Zhao Yun's voice remained firm, revealing his unwavering confidence in victory.
"Zilong, your unit must not only seek out opportunities for battle, but also keep a close eye on the progress of each unit. If danger arises, timely support is required; if a good opportunity presents itself, a decisive strike must be launched to crush the enemy with overwhelming force."
"At the same time, you also need to pay attention to intelligence gathering and understanding the enemy's movements to provide a basis for decision-making for our army's subsequent actions."
Su Ye nodded in approval and then proceeded to make detailed arrangements.
"I understand my lord's intentions perfectly."
"Please rest assured, my lord, I will live up to your expectations and lead the White Horse Cavalry to achieve even greater victories for the Cangzhou army."
Zhao Yun listened carefully, memorizing every word Su Ye said, and then cupped his hands and said:
Looking into Zhao Yun's determined eyes, Su Ye was extremely satisfied. He was handsome, capable, and loyal.
Who wouldn't love such an ever-victorious general?
"Good! Zilong, I await your triumphant return so we can drink a celebratory toast together."
Who wouldn't love such an ever-victorious general?
"Good! Zilong, I await your triumphant return so we can drink a celebratory toast together."
Su Ye's voice was full of anticipation and encouragement.
"Gentlemen, the battle for Hengzhou is a must-win!"
"In this battle, we will surely take Hengzhou in one fell swoop!"
Su Ye then waved for Zhao Yun to stand up, looked around the room, and spoke with great enthusiasm.
"We swear to follow our lord to the death and pacify Hengzhou!"
Upon hearing this, all the generals were filled with fervor and shouted in unison.
With Su Ye's command, the atmosphere in the entire council hall reached a climax.
The generals accepted their orders and prepared to set off on their respective campaigns.
Zhao Yun bowed again, then turned and left, returning to his camp to begin making intensive preparations for the expedition.
He quickly summoned his White Horse Cavalry, conveyed Su Ye's orders in detail, and made meticulous arrangements.
The next morning, as the first rays of sunlight bathed the earth, Zhao Yun led his White Horse Cavalry, like a white storm, sweeping out and disappearing into the vast land of Hengzhou.
Yang Jian and Gongsun Ba, along with 10,000 newly recruited troops from the Cangzhou army, quickly prepared to embark on their expedition.
Yang Jian's troops consisted mainly of infantry armed with spears and shields, forming a solid defensive line. The cavalry were responsible for mobile raids, while the archers were positioned on high ground to provide long-range support.
The 10,000-strong army, like an unstoppable torrent, rapidly advanced towards Yunmeng County along the predetermined route.
Gongsun Ba's army, under her leadership, demonstrated extraordinary discipline and fighting prowess.
The two armies, like two sharp swords, plunged straight into the heart of Hengzhou. Wherever they passed, the Hengzhou defenders, who had long lost their will to fight, fled at the mere sight of them.