Shuhan

After Wang Shuang occupied Hangu Pass, the majestic pass seemed like an indestructible barrier in his eyes.

Hangu Pass has been a battleground for military strategists since ancient times. Its terrain is dangerous and one man can guard the pass against ten thousand men.

At this time, the setting sun was like blood, shining on the ancient city walls, giving the pass a tragic color.

Wang Shuang was a burly man, wearing iron armor and holding a spear. He stood in front of the pass like an unshakable mountain.

His face was firm and his eyes revealed an unyielding determination.

Under the thick eyebrows, a pair of eyes sparkled with wisdom and determination, as if they could see through all the enemy's situations.

His beard was a little messy, but it added a bit of bravery.

After occupying Hangu Pass, Wang Shuang did not slack off at all. He immediately ordered his soldiers to go and meet the follow-up troops.

He knew very well that although he could temporarily defend the pass with the troops he had at hand, more reinforcements would be needed for the long term.

Therefore, he sent out his most capable scouts, who rode at full speed along the rugged mountain roads to contact the follow-up reinforcements.

"Be sure to inform His Majesty that Hangu Pass is in the hands of our army. Come to reinforce us as soon as possible!" Wang Shuang said to the scout in a deep voice. His voice was low and powerful, full of unquestionable majesty.

The scout took the order and left. The sound of horse hooves gradually disappeared in the distant mountains and forests.

Afterwards, Wang Shuang began to arrange the city defense of Hangu Pass.

He personally inspected every city wall and every watchtower to ensure that each one was impregnable.

He ordered his soldiers to set up rolling logs and stones at the dangerous places of the pass in case the enemy attacked the city.

At the same time, he also ordered his soldiers to dig deep trenches inside the pass and set up defensive fortifications such as deer horns, making it difficult for the enemy to break through easily.

While arranging the city defense, Wang Shuang always maintained a high level of vigilance.

Sometimes he bent down to check the terrain, sometimes he looked up to look at the enemy situation from afar, and every movement seemed so calm.

His soldiers were also infected by his calmness and composure, and they all performed their duties in a busy and orderly manner.

At this time, a lot of supplies of the Han army were piled up in Hangu Pass and Guanzhong area.

It had all kinds of food, gunpowder, and supplies, like a huge arsenal.

These supplies were collected by the Han army after going through untold hardships, and now they have become a solid backing for Wang Shuang in guarding the pass.

Looking at these mountains of supplies, Wang Shuang felt an inexplicable sense of pride in his heart.

"With these weapons and equipment of the Han army, I, Wang Shuang, am confident that I can defend Hangu Pass for half a month!" He thought to himself, with a hint of determination in his eyes.

He knew that this half month would be a critical period to determine victory or defeat.

As long as we can hold out until the subsequent reinforcements arrive, Hangu Pass will be in our hands forever.

However, how to hold on for half a month is not an easy task.

Wang Shuang knew very well that the enemy would fight back desperately and try to retake this dangerous pass.

Therefore, he must be fully prepared to deal with all possible enemy situations.

As night falls, Hangu Pass is brightly lit.

Wang Shuang stood on the gate tower, overlooking the scene inside the pass. He saw soldiers patrolling nervously, their figures looking particularly agile under the lights.

A warm feeling surged in Wang Shuang's heart, and he felt proud of his men.

"Pass the order down to strengthen night patrols and not slack off in the slightest!" Wang Shuang said to the messenger beside him.

Although his voice was not loud, it was full of unquestionable majesty.

The messenger took the order and left, and soon the patrol intensity inside the pass was strengthened.

At the same time, Wang Shuang was also thinking about how to better utilize the troops in his hands.

Military forces are limited and must be allocated reasonably to maximize combat effectiveness.

So he decided to divide the troops into three parts: one part would be responsible for defending the city, one part would be responsible for patrolling, and the other part would serve as a mobile force, ready to respond to emergencies at any time.

Under Wang Shuang's careful arrangement, the defense of Hangu Pass became increasingly solid.

However, his heart could never calm down.

War is cruel, and every decision may affect the life and death of countless people.

Therefore, he must always keep a clear head and make the most correct decisions.

"General, the enemy is moving!"

Late one night, a spy came running in to report.

His face was covered in sweat and his eyes revealed tension and anxiety.

Upon hearing this, Wang Shuang stood up abruptly and stared at the spy with his eyes as sharp as torches: "Tell me! What are the enemy's movements?"

The spy took a breath and said quickly: "The enemy is gathering its forces and seems to be preparing to launch an attack on Hangu Pass!"

Wang Shuang was startled when he heard this. But he quickly calmed down and said in a deep voice: "Pass the order down, all soldiers enter combat mode and prepare to meet the enemy!"

As Wang Shuang's order was passed down, Hangu Pass suddenly fell into a tense yet orderly atmosphere.

The soldiers picked up their weapons and rushed to their respective posts.

Their eyes were full of determination and courage, as if they were ready to fight to defend the pass.

Wang Shuang stood on the gate tower, staring at the Han army in the distance that might arrive at any time.

Time goes back to one day ago.

After Wang Shuang launched a surprise attack on Hangu Pass, the entire pass fell into chaos.

The sky was filled with beacon fires, war drums were roaring, and the Wei army's flags fluttering in the wind on the gate tower were particularly dazzling.

Liao Hua, who was guarding Hongnong, immediately became furious upon hearing the news, and his beard trembled slightly with anger. He quickly gathered his troops and vowed to retake this lost vital place.

Liao Hua was wearing armor and holding a spear, standing on the top of Hongnong City with his eyes as firm as iron.

He was well aware of the importance of Hangu Pass. Once it was lost, Zhang Bao's troops would be in danger if they entered the Luoyang Plain.

Therefore, he had to act as soon as possible and launch a counterattack before the Wei army could gain a foothold.

"Pass the order down, all soldiers, get ready immediately, follow me to retake Hangu Pass!" Liao Hua's voice was loud and his tone was full of unquestionable firmness.

The soldiers moved upon hearing the order, quickly prepared themselves, and were ready to fight to retake Hangu Pass.

The night is as dark as ink, the moon is dark and the wind is strong.

Liao Hua led the Han army and marched quietly towards Hangu Pass.

They followed the rugged mountain road, crossed the dense forest, bypassed the Wei army's checkpoints, and approached the pass step by step.

When the Han army arrived at Hangu Pass, it was almost dawn.

Liao Hua looked up and saw towering gate towers, solid city walls, and the flags of the Wei army fluttering in the morning breeze.

His heart tightened, but then he was overwhelmed by a surge of pride. He believed that as long as the Han army worked together, they would be able to break through this dangerous pass.

"Attack the city!" Liao Hua gave an order, and the Han soldiers rushed towards the pass like a tide.

Holding ladders and battering rams, they rushed towards the city wall recklessly.

The Wei army's defending general Wang Shuang had already made full preparations. He ordered his soldiers to stand on the city wall in full battle array. Arrows rained down and stones flew like locusts, temporarily hindering the Han army's offensive.

Seeing this, Liao Hua frowned and a hint of anxiety flashed in his eyes.

But he soon calmed down, knowing that the battle of siege was a test of perseverance and courage. He personally led the death squad, holding a spear, and rushed to the city wall.

Under his leadership, the morale of the Han army was greatly boosted, and they bravely advanced and fought a desperate battle with the Wei army.

Wang Shuang stood guard on the city wall, watching the Han army's attack coldly.

He was a burly man with a resolute face and a fierce look in his eyes. He held a long sword and commanded the troops with confidence. Under his leadership, the Wei army stubbornly resisted the attack of the Han army.

Although the Han army under the city wall was extremely brave, they found it difficult to make a breakthrough due to Wang Shuang's tight defense.

The siege lasted for several days and the Han army suffered heavy losses.

Liao Hua watched the soldiers around him fall one by one, and his heart felt as if it was being cut by a knife.

His armor was covered in blood and dirt, his face was haggard, but his eyes still gleamed with determination.

This battle has reached a critical moment and we must find a breakthrough as soon as possible.

However, Wang Shuang's arrangements for defending the city were extremely appropriate, and Hangu Pass seemed to have become an indestructible barrier.

Although the Han army was brave, it was difficult to capture the city. Liao Hua was extremely anxious, as he knew that if the Han army continued to waste time like this, its morale would be exhausted and it would be in a desperate situation.

At this moment, a thought flashed through Liao Hua's mind.

He remembered that Zhang Bao's troops were still in Luoyang City. If they could attack from the inside out and attack from both sides together with the Han army, they might be able to capture Hangu Pass.

So he immediately sent people to Luoyang to ask Zhang Bao for help.

The messenger rode at full speed, crossed the battlefield, and finally arrived at Gu County and found Zhang Bao.

Zhang Bao had long been preparing to capture Hangu Pass, but was unable to do so because he was pinned down by the Wei army.

Now that he knew Liao Hua was already attacking Hangu Pass, he immediately decided to send troops to support Liao Hua.

However, the situation was much more complicated than Liao Hua had imagined.

When Zhang Bao's troops were trapped in the Luoyang Plain, they soon discovered the ambush of the Wei army.

The Wei army seemed to have anticipated Zhang Bao's actions and set a trap in advance.

Zhang Bao's troops were surrounded by the Wei army and were in a desperate situation.

When Liao Hua heard the news at Hangu Pass, his heart sank.

He understood that if Zhang Bao's troops were surrounded and annihilated by the Wei army, the Han army would lose the opportunity to attack from both sides and it would be difficult to recapture Hangu Pass.

He looked anxiously in the direction of Luoyang, his heart full of worry.

At this time, at Hangu Pass, the Han army and the Wei army were still confronting each other.

Liao Hua stood at the foot of the gate tower, staring at the Wei army flag on the city wall.

An inexplicable feeling of tragedy surged in his heart.

The battle has reached a critical moment of life and death, and the Han army must try its best to recapture Hangu Pass.

"Brothers, hold on a little longer! Zhang Bao's troops are coming to support us! As long as we work together, we will definitely be able to defeat the Wei army!" Liao Hua shouted loudly, his voice full of passion and power. Upon hearing this, the morale of the Han army was greatly boosted, and they shouted and rushed towards the city wall.

However, the situation did not change because of Liao Hua's encouragement.

The Wei army still held Hangu Pass. Although the Han army was extremely brave, it was difficult to make a breakthrough.

The two sides were in a stalemate, with flames of war raging and smoke everywhere.

In the majestic and magnificent palace of Luoyang Imperial Palace, the sunlight finally penetrated the haze of days and sprinkled on the magnificent glazed tiles, flashing dazzling light.

Inside the palace, the flickering candlelight blends with the sunlight coming in through the windows, adding a touch of warmth and vitality to this ancient and solemn place.

The Wei Emperor, Cao Rui, was wearing a dragon robe and sitting on the high dragon throne. The clouds of sorrow on his face had disappeared, replaced by joy and confidence that were difficult to conceal.

There was a gleam of wisdom and determination in his eyes, as if he could see through the general trend of the world and control the life and death of all things.

In recent days, Cao Rui has been very pleased with the performance of the Wei army on the battlefield.

Especially in the surprise attack on Hangu Pass, General Wang Shuang pretended to surrender with extraordinary courage and wisdom, and led the Wei army like a tiger descending from the mountain, conquering this military pass in one fell swoop.

The loss of Hangu Pass was undoubtedly a heavy blow to the Han State, but a major strategic victory for the Wei State.

This not only cut off the Han State's eastward advance, but also built a solid barrier for Wei State's defense in the Central Plains.

Thinking of this, Cao Rui felt an indescribable excitement in his heart.

The victory in this battle was not only a heavy blow to the enemy, but also a huge boost to the morale of the Wei army and civilians.

He wanted to use practical actions to commend this general who had made great military achievements and let everyone in the world know that serving the State of Wei would be handsomely rewarded.

"Pass down the decree, conferring the title of Marquis of a Thousand Households on General Wang Shuang, and promoting him to the rank of General of the Western Expedition, in charge of the military power in the west!" Cao Rui's voice was loud and powerful, penetrating every corner of the hall and the hearts of every minister present.

However, Wang Shuang was not in Luoyang City at this time. He was still defending the enemy on the front line of Hangu Pass, defending the land that was bought with blood and life.

But Cao Rui's favor did not diminish in the slightest because he knew very well that the real heroes were the soldiers fighting bravely on the front lines.

He wanted to let Wang Shuang know that no matter where he was, the emperor of Wei was always paying attention to him and remembering his contributions.

In order to convey this favor to Wang Shuang as quickly as possible, Cao Rui specially selected a fast messenger to carry the imperial edict to Hangu Pass.

The envoy was dressed in gorgeous official uniform and wore a jade belt around his waist that symbolized his status. He held the heavy imperial edict tightly in his hand, and his face was filled with an excited and proud smile.

At the same time as the envoy set off, Cao Rui also began to deploy the next military operation.

He stared at the map in the center of the hall with his eyes wide open, and his fingers gently moved across it, as if he was planning the future of the Wei State.

He had a grand plan in mind, which was to pursue the victory and completely destroy Zhang Bao's troops of the Han State who were trapped in the Luoyang Plain, clearing the obstacles for the Wei State to hold Luoyang.

"The Wei army in Luoyang, listen up!" Cao Rui's voice rang out again, and the atmosphere in the hall suddenly became tense and solemn.

He straightened his spine, his eyes flashing with determination and resoluteness, "I order you to gather your forces as soon as possible and march towards the Luoyang Plain. You must annihilate Zhang Bao's troops without any mistakes! At the same time, you must always pay attention to the battle situation in Hangu Pass and be ready to support General Wang Shuang at any time."

The generals in the hall received the orders one after another.

At the same time, Wang Shuang at the front line of Hangu Pass also received Cao Rui's edict.

He held the imperial edict in his hand, his eyes sparkling with excitement.

This favor is not only a reward for him personally, but also an affirmation of the bravery and fearlessness of the Wei army soldiers.

He held the imperial edict tightly, and an indescribable power surged in his heart.

He secretly vowed to win more glory for the State of Wei and let the world know that the soldiers of the State of Wei were invincible!
Wang Shuang turned and looked at the soldiers behind him. Their faces were filled with tired but determined expressions.

They knew that the next battle would be even more difficult, but they were not afraid.

. Because they believed that as long as General Wang Shuang was there, they would be able to overcome all difficulties and achieve ultimate victory.

"Brothers, His Majesty the Emperor has conferred upon me the title of Marquis of a Thousand Households and promoted me to General of the Western Expedition." Wang Shuang's voice was loud and powerful, penetrating the noise of the battlefield.

"This is an affirmation of our bravery and fearlessness, and also an expectation for our future. We must continue to work hard to win more glory for the State of Wei!"

The soldiers cheered one after another. The reward from His Majesty naturally boosted their morale.

Especially the lists of people who were promoted and given official titles made their blood boil.

Guard Hangu Pass and ennoble your wife and children!

The Great Wei is invincible!

At this time, the Han army on the north bank of the Yellow River also began to change their tactics and adapt to the situation! (End of this chapter)