"My lord, what should we do?" Xu Chu asked loudly during the meeting. "These bastards have some guts!"

When Lin Mo informed everyone of the Byzantine movements, everyone felt incredulous.

To ordinary people, crossing the Tianguan Mountain Pass is an act of courting death.

Moreover, even if we successfully climb over it, it would be meaningless!

When Hannibal led his army across the Alps, he directly invaded Roman territory, disrupting the Romans' battle plans.

Traveling thousands of miles to the enemy's rear, delivering a powerful blow to their weak point—this is the essence of "surprise attack." This differs from traditional head-on confrontations; it represents a flexible and adaptable approach.

However, the premise is that Lin Mo already knows this news. After you turn over, you will face Xiang Yu, who is waiting for you to come to you.

"Your Highness, I think we don't need to pay any attention to these Byzantines!" Sun Yang said. "Let these guys mess around; they're just asking for trouble!"

"Yes, as long as our army lays a tight net on the north side of Tianguan Pass, we can wait in comfort for the enemy to tire themselves out!"

At this moment, Lin Mo offered a different answer. "Gentlemen, Constantine is no ordinary man!" he said. "Is it possible that the Byzantines' destination wasn't west of Liangzhou?"

"Huh? Where can they go?" Xu Chu asked, puzzled.

Lin Mo smiled, then pointed to the map, "If we cross to the south and then head west along the same route, where will we end up?"

"Shu region?" Qin Liangyu exclaimed in surprise, "Could it be that they intend to launch a surprise attack on Xichuan City?"

"Impossible!" Sun Yang exclaimed incredulously. "Why would the Byzantines do this? The capital of Great Xia is the capital city. Why would they attack Shu?"

"I can't possibly tell you it's because of the system, can I?" Lin Mo thought to himself.

Constantine's army was created by the previous god, specifically to increase the difficulty for me, Lin Mo.

If I capture Xichuan City, my system will cease to exist.

Although Lin Mo's system has a different GM, the settings cannot be changed.

"Constantine, you're really cunning!" Lin Mo thought to himself. "If I'm not mistaken, your supply troops are probably already climbing the mountain!"

This tactic is the legendary feint attack!

The Viking raids to the east were also part of your plan, weren't they?

In order to lure Lin Mo to Anyang to quell the rebellion and tie down my main force.

Then, he led the Byzantine army to Shu at breakneck speed, to cooperate with Qiu Zi and the Arabs in besieging Xichuan City.

What you didn't expect was that I, Lin Mo, could annihilate the Vikings in just a few days.

Not only that, Xiang Yu has you by the throat, effectively thwarting your plans.

Lin Mo did not answer Sun Yang's question directly, but instead issued an order: "Notify Xiang Yu to launch a full-scale attack on Huo Minggao and the remnants of the Northern Barbarians. After capturing Liangzhou City, have him lead the army to Xichuan City."

Xu Chu was immediately dumbfounded. "My lord, what about us?"

"I have no choice but to make arrangements!" Lin Mo said. "Qin Liangyu, you and Sun Yang will lead 30,000 elite troops and deploy them south of Tianguan Mountain. Remember, if you see Byzantines, tell them to come down the mountain."

When they march towards Shu, we'll pursue them relentlessly, dividing into small groups to launch continuous attacks. We must keep them occupied!

"Yes, sir!" Qin Liangyu immediately accepted the order!

"My lord, are you so certain that the Byzantines' target is Shu?" Xu Chu pressed. "What if they aren't?"

"Hmph, I still have people from Xuanhua Palace," Lin Mo thought to himself. "He Xiao will keep me informed of the Byzantine movements!"

Once the deployment was complete, Lin Mo's army split into two groups.

Led by Qin Liangyu and Sun Yang, they set up an ambush on the south side of Tianguan Mountain.

The other route, however, marched in a grand procession towards the capital!

That's right, we're heading to the capital.

Because when Lin Mo went to the Forbidden Sea and the system refreshed a large number of enemies, the new emperor of Great Xia, Zhao Shu, was already on the verge of collapse.

During this period, all sorts of rumors spread.

Most of these rumors say that Lin Mo will definitely not be able to hold on and will definitely be defeated.

Many court officials began to suggest to Zhao Shu that Lin Mo be dismissed and that peace be made with the enemy.

Even if it means ceding territory and begging for mercy, we must preserve the Great Xia regime.

This sentiment was amplified, especially when Qin Liangyu was defeated by Constantine.

If it weren't for Yao Guangxiao maintaining order in the capital, these ministers would probably have rebelled long ago.

Now that the crisis in Liangzhou has basically subsided, Lin Mo naturally needs to return to the capital to teach these treacherous officials a lesson for Zhao Shu!

Even if Lin Mo's guess is wrong, and Constantine will lead his troops north, with Xiang Yu's abilities, would he be afraid of him?

At the same time, Lin Mo has been away from home for half a year, and it's time to go back and see his wives and mother.

Lin Mo notified Yao Guangxiao in advance before returning to the capital.

The demonic monk also understood Lin Mo's thoughts: to intimidate the court officials and to help Zhao Shu establish his authority.

We must make a big show of it, so that everyone in the capital knows that the Regent of Great Xia is invincible.

As long as he is there, the Great Xia Dynasty will be at peace!

When Lin Mo led his army to the city gate, countless people had already gathered there. Upon seeing Lin Mo arrive, the people knelt down and cheered.

Besides the common people, Emperor Zhao Shu of the Great Xia Dynasty, along with all the civil and military officials, also came to the city gate to welcome them.

Upon reaching Zhao Shu, Lin Mo reined in his horse, dismounted, and knelt on one knee, saying, "Your humble servant Lin Mo pays respects to Your Majesty! Long live the Emperor! Long live the Emperor! Long live the Emperor!"

"Minister Lin, there's no need for such formalities!" Zhao Shu was extremely pleased. He helped Lin Mo up and said loudly, "Minister Lin, please rise! There's no need for such formalities between us!"

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