I, the military god of the Tang Dynasty, have risen since I destroyed the Turks

Chapter 727 Shang Zhixin's Attack
"Enemy attack."

The scout reined in his horse, jumped off, and said, "Your Majesty, the enemy's vanguard of about 10,000 cavalry has approached five miles away from the camp."

Li Kan and Hou Junji's breathing became rapid.

"Five miles? That distance is too close."

Li Kan said uneasily, "I will lead the infantry to meet the enemy."

Li Zheng shook his head slowly, "The real army has just arrived, and it is not suitable for a fight yet. Send out archers and crossbowmen to cover the shooting with crossbows. Don't scare Shang Zhixin away, give them some confidence."

"Your Majesty is holy."

Hou Junji and Li Kan both praised him.

"Go get ready."

Li Zheng's gaze swept across these soldiers, and their eyes were full of anticipation.

Military achievements, everyone hopes to be the one with great military achievements.

"Remember, don't fight head-on."

After Li Zheng gave Li Kan some instructions, he watched him walk out of the tent.

"Your Majesty, I am willing to lead the cavalry in a surprise attack and capture the enemy's center in one fell swoop."

As soon as Li Kan left, Hou Junji could no longer sit still.

Li Zheng glanced at him and said, "If your cavalry fails, I will not forgive you!"

Hou Junji's body stiffened, and he immediately lowered his eyes, "As you wish."

Li Zheng looked around again and saw that they were also ready to move, so he said: "Go, select a hundred cavalrymen."

"According to the order."

Hou Junji rubbed his hands excitedly, and after the generals dispersed, he whispered: "Today, I will cut off Shang Zhixin's head and present it to Your Majesty, so that the people of the world can see the power of our brave generals."

Li Zheng nodded, then shouted, "Li Kan, how about going with me to the enemy camp?"

Li Kan raised his head and said, "I will not refuse even if I die."

Coming out of the vermilion tent, Li Kan asked, "Where are you going, Your Majesty?"

The vermilion tent looked particularly majestic and solemn in the morning mist. The guards followed beside it, silent, solemn and dignified.

"Go to Hengyang."

"Hengyang?"

"Yes, that's the only way the enemy can pass. If the ambush is successful, the enemy won't dare to pursue us."

"Your Majesty is truly a god!"

"Hehehe."

On the other hand, Shang Zhixin discussed strategies with his confidant Banzi Zhenghua.

They gathered around a simple map, including General Wang Guodong and Governor Chen Hongming.

"General Shang, our 10,000 front troops are facing fierce resistance from the Tang army, and it is difficult to advance."

Wang Guodong analyzed.

"The Tang army has stretched its position. If we work harder, we should be able to break through this line of defense."

Shang Zhixin looked at Chen Hongming.

He is Chen Hongming's adjutant. He is very humble in front of Shang Zhixin, but unruly in front of others.

Chen Hongming frowned and said, "That line of defense stretches for several miles. It's not easy to break through."

"It's a little bit difficult, but it's better than sitting at home and living off the savings."

Wang Guodong said: "Our family has few disciples. If we continue to stay in Guangzhou, we will only starve. If we send troops, we can expand. Otherwise..."

Shang Zhixin said calmly: "I went to the battle without telling my father this time, which is already against military orders. If we don't make some achievements, we will probably be doomed when we return."

"So General Ji should not rely on luck. We will not return to the capital unless we capture the Tang Emperor Li Zheng alive this time."

"promise."

"Then let's start setting it up."

Wang Guodong's eyes turned and finally stopped at Chen Hongming. He said, "Governor Chen, I heard that you have some elite soldiers under your command. I wonder if I can borrow them to serve you."

Chen Hongming frowned and said, "No."

Wang Guodong's face immediately fell, "Governor Chen, my troops lack training..."

Chen Hongming said calmly: "There are only more than 4,000 people in my family. If they are all transferred to you, I will naturally be unable to stop Shang Zhixin... Are you trying to trick me?"

Shang Zhixin said dissatisfiedly: "Chen Hongming, don't be so unreasonable. Do you think those elite troops will be under your command? Don't even think about it, otherwise..."

Wang Guodong smiled bitterly: "Governor Chen, I only have 3,000 cavalrymen left, and the rest are all infantrymen. If you are unwilling to help, don't blame me for taking a risk."

"Oh," Chen Hongming said coldly, "How can you take such a risk?"

Wang Guodong was slightly startled and said, "If my cavalry can defeat the Tang army, Governor Chen, your infantry cannot refuse."

"What if I can't?"

"If you can't..."

Wang Guodong hesitated for a moment, and finally gritted his teeth and said, "You can't just assume that I lost and let you do whatever you want in the future."

"it is good."

Chen Hongming simply agreed, so that he could save some military expenses.

"Send the order, assemble."

……

"Kill!"

The cavalrymen howled and rushed towards the Tang cavalry.

"Fire arrows."

"Puff puff!"

After a round of volleys, the cavalry suffered heavy losses.

"Release the arrows, release the arrows."

The Tang army's bows and crossbows flew at them densely, and the cavalrymen had no time to dodge. Many of them were shot and fell groaning in a pool of blood.

The cavalry's formation was in disarray.

"kill."

The cavalry in the front row rushed forward desperately, trying to get close to the Tang army and then take the opportunity to kill them.

"Fire arrows."

Arrows fell like rain, groups of cavalrymen fell down screaming, and the ground was dyed red with blood.

This cavalry unit lacked coordination and became chaotic and disorderly after being suppressed, and gradually showed signs of fatigue.

"stop."

Shang Zhixin killed a Tang soldier who tried to launch a sneak attack with one sword, and then shouted loudly: "Son of a bitch, why are you so weak? Charge at me!"

"kill."

The cavalrymen rushed forward frantically, howling in an attempt to reverse the situation.

"Musket."

With a shout, the Tang army pointed their lances forward and then thrust them out fiercely.

"Bang bang bang!"

The cavalrymen were shot and fell to the ground, with corpses scattered all over the ground.

"Shield."

A round wooden shield blocked the lance, then turned, and the cavalry in the front row fell off their horses with tears, and the formation was instantly thrown into chaos.

"Kill the enemy."

"put."

The cavalrymen kept abandoning their companions during the charge, trying to break through the Tang army's defenses. The Tang army stood firm, without any fear, and even without any signs of retreating.

"Ha ha ha ha"

Wang Guodong laughed loudly, "He is indeed very brave. What a pity."

Before he could finish his words, an arrow flew from the side and pierced his temple.

Wang Guodong was stunned for a moment, then roared: "Fight back."

"Swish swish."

The bows and crossbows of the Tang army were still sharp. After a quiver was empty, someone pulled out an arrow and continued to reload.

“These people are not afraid.”

Shang Zhixin murmured, "This atmosphere and this state can only mean that they don't care about death. It's terrible, too terrible."

Wang Guodong's eyes flickered, and he whispered, "Young Prince, if we don't pull out the muskets and cannons, we won't be able to withstand this kind of fighting. Our cavalry can't even touch the Tang army."

He was really anxious. After all, what he just said sounded like a joke.

Once the Tang army breaks into the camp, who will help him take revenge?
He looked at Shang Zhixin, only to find that the other party was also looking at him.

Shang Zhixin slowly shook his head and said, "This will cause a mutiny."

(End of this chapter)