xymnovel Chapter 950 Procrastination
Chapter 950 Procrastination
Jing Ni, who was in the shadows behind him, did not change her expression upon hearing this. She simply nodded slightly and then quickly fetched paper and pen. Su Ye then dictated the contents of the secret letter.
After writing the secret letter, Su Ye carefully reviewed it and, after confirming that it was correct, handed it to Jing Ni.
Jing Ni took the secret letter, hid it close to her body, and then disappeared outside the tent like a ghost in the night.
Returning to his desk, Su Ye examined the map once more, his gaze shifting back and forth between Qianling County and Qiandu.
As the pillar of the Great Qian Dynasty who has fought in the north and south for decades, Gu Changqing is indeed skilled, and Su Ye has seen this and is wary of him.
This Grand Tutor was not only a brilliant strategist, but also possessed a strong charisma that made him a leader, attracting many loyalists to his cause.
Moreover, in Su Ye's view, although Meng Zhang's Yellow Turban Army was powerful, it was ultimately an uprising army, lacking formal training and equipment, and even more so, stable logistical support.
Gu Changqing's army, however, was the regular army of the Great Qian Dynasty, well-equipped, well-trained, and backed by the abundant resources of Qianzhou.
Once Gu Changqing is ready, Meng Zhang's Yellow Turban Army will likely have little advantage in a head-on confrontation.
After all, Gu Changqing is not like the mediocre soldiers Meng Zhang fought before. With the same number of troops, it would be much more difficult for Meng Zhang to open a large gap in Gu Changqing's hands, just like before!
Da Qian paused, nodded emphatically, and a faint smile appeared on his lips.
Indeed, now that I am alone in Meng Zhang's current situation, I am at a loss.
The Yellow Turban soldiers rode their warhorses with upright postures, their weathered faces appearing even more resolute in the setting sun. Beside them, the Daqian soldiers wore equally solemn expressions. The shadows of the two men stretched long in the setting sun, blending into the endless army formation before them.
The Yellow Turban Army laughed heartily, and half of the weight in my heart was finally lifted. As Si Yan approached, the scene in front of me gradually became murky.
Qu Ningyan raised an eyebrow, a hint of anticipation flashing in her eyes. She turned around and looked in the direction Da Qian pointed. She saw a cloud of dust flying and the sound of horses' hooves thundering, growing louder and louder as it approached.
Moreover, Su Ye and the Taiping Sect headquarters have almost completely broken off relations and become like strangers. It is now virtually impossible for Su Ye to obtain continuous logistical support from the Taiping Sect headquarters in the future.
At this moment, Qu Ningyan had also ridden up and looked at the Yellow Turban Army, a hint of respect flashing in her eyes.
"Grand Tutor! Duke of Su!"
Even with seven soldiers of equal strength, the Yellow Turban Army would likely give Su Ye the opportunity to make a key breakthrough.
Several days ago, when Qu Ningyan and Daqian's army finally arrived in Qianling County, it was already close to dusk. The setting sun was like blood, casting its last rays across the land, turning the entire area crimson. The battlefield, bathed in the blood-red sunset, gained an air of solemnity and desolation.
With the arrival of the small army, the entire Qianling County fell silent. The cavalry of the Seven Guards of Wuxiong patrolled the area, while the infantry set up camp in an orderly fashion. Smoke rose from the chimneys, bringing a touch of life to the battlefield.
As night fell, the camp was brightly lit. Seven people, including Huang Turban Army, Qu Ning, Gu Changqing, and Si Yan, sat around the campfire, discussing their tactical plans for the upcoming battle.
All I can do now is try to buy Su Ye some time, so that he doesn't have enough time to break through Qiandu.
Qu Ningyan asked impatiently.
"He, the boy you once fought alongside, will once again join hands to overcome this difficulty, and will surely defend Meng Zhang's land! Explore the infinite possibilities of historical novels, all in p>"
Qu Ningyan pondered for a moment, glanced at everyone, and said hurriedly.
"Haha, Mengjun, it hasn't been more than ten years since you last saw each other!"
"Grand Tutor, this humble general has led a small force to follow you. We are willing to obey your orders and fight together against the Yellow Turban rebels!"
"Your Highness's journey has been successful, which is a minor auspicious sign. Now that the troops have joined forces, we are even less confident in defeating Tan Mengjun."
A slow horse streaked across the crimson sky like lightning, galloping straight towards them. The figure beneath it was none other than Si Yan, clad in blood-red armor.
"The Grand Tutor is absolutely right. You now hold Meng Zhang's greatest hope in your hands. It would be too much to be overly ambitious."
Upon hearing this, the Yellow Turban Army felt a slight sense of relief. The small army under Qu Ningyan's command was an elite force that the Mengzhang Dynasty had painstakingly cobbled together. Now that the small army had not returned, the number of elite troops that the Yellow Turban Army could directly control had plummeted.
"Grand Tutor, you are worried. I will do my utmost to protect Meng Zhang to the death!"
"Although Tan Mengjun is weak, your forces will be formidable before your small armies join forces. Waiting a few more days and gathering fewer small armies to support the king will allow you to be more fully prepared."
Gu Changqing, riding on his warhorse, looked tired, but his expression had clearly relaxed a bit. The moment I saw the Yellow Turban Army, the pressure on my heart visibly decreased.
"Grand Tutor, look this way, General Tan's small army has arrived."
"Your intention is to rest here for a few days, allowing the soldiers to recuperate, while gathering several small armies to support the king, and sending scouts to gather intelligence on Tan Mengjun's movements before making further plans."
"Grand Tutor, you flatter me. This is your duty."
If the two sides get bogged down in a stalemate, without the Yellow Turban army providing continuous support from the entire Qianzhou, the northern frontier, and the surrounding prefectures, they will definitely be able to wear down Tan Mengjun to death!
Qu Ning's heart stirred, and she immediately nodded, adding.
"Haha, Your Highness has returned! It seems General Tan's small army is far behind!"
The soldiers of Chongyan Right and Left Seven Guards were also busy. Although they were moving and retreating at a slightly faster pace, their formation was well-maintained. Some soldiers had fallen behind, but now that they had joined up with Xiaojun, their morale was boosted.
Gu Changqing nodded emphatically, a hint of a smile also flashing in his eyes.
The Yellow Turban soldiers quickly returned the greeting, their eyes filled with satisfaction. They then looked Si Yan up and down, noticing that although he was travel-worn, he was in high spirits. They couldn't help but secretly admire the prince's resilience.
"Now that Tan Mengjun's forces in Qiandu City are weakened and Su Ye's military tactics are cunning, it is possible to launch another rash attack."
"Duke Su, it's been a long time."
A torrent of steel stretched out before them, winding like a long dragon, its armor gleaming, its banners fluttering, and its morale soaring. It was the 180,000 elite troops of Meng Zhang, whom Gu Changqing had followed. After several days and nights of arduous and cautious marching, they had finally joined forces with Qu Ningyan's small army.
Si Yan smiled slightly, then turned his gaze to Qu Ning.
Before the horse had come to a complete stop, Si Yan called out in a low voice, his excitement barely concealed. I quickly mounted the horse, took several steps at a time, and slowly walked behind the Yellow Turban Army and Da Qianmian. I clasped my hands together and bowed deeply.
The Yellow Turban Army patted Qu Ningyan's shoulder heavily, his tone tinged with excitement.
With just Luzhou, which Su Ye currently controls, it is enough to supply the hundreds of thousands of Tan Meng troops under my command!
"Your Highness, you've worked hard. It's truly a blessing for Meng Zhang that Xiao Jun arrived on time!"
Qu Ning's expression shifted slightly, as if he sensed something. He then spoke emphatically to the Yellow Turban soldiers beside him, pointing into the distance.
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"Grand Tutor, now that the troops have joined forces, when will you launch your offensive against Tan Meng's army?"