Li Ye knew very well that even if Zhao Wudi led his troops to catch up in time, he would still be no match for the 500,000 enemy troops.
The best way is to attack from both sides and disperse the enemy's forces.
It would be best to make the enemy admit defeat and surrender.
Dayuan has many cities, which can protect most of the people.
But it’s not possible on the grassland. As long as you find any trace of the tribe, you can slaughter them all.
They had no place to hide.
Mr. Xiao said, "I can protect you back to Dayuan."
Li Ye immediately refused: "No, I will find a way myself.
I can't just let you take action when there's danger.
You can’t protect me forever.”
Mr. Xiao nodded slightly and did not continue to persuade him.
But his eyes were full of admiration.
Even when faced with a crisis, one should not be afraid but instead face the challenge head-on. Only such people can become truly strong.
The others didn't know Mr. Xiao's identity and were very confused.
He was just an old man and did not show any force at the time.
But he has always been Li Ye's guest of honor, and almost always follows him whenever he goes out.
But it's hard to tell what kind of strength he has, as he dares to say so shamelessly that he can protect Li Ye and leave safely.
I'm afraid only a master at the grandmaster level would dare to make such a boast, right?
But we have known each other for quite some time, and I have never seen him take action.
Li Ye did not explain too much. After making the arrangements, he immediately led the army westward.
Faced with the enemy's pursuit and blockade, Li Ye had two plans.
The first option is to go directly west and enter Lingshuang Country. The second option is to continue north. It is extremely cold there, and the area is vast and sparsely populated, with many places being barren.
It is easy to drag down an army of hundreds of thousands.
Although Li Ye knew that Lingshuang Kingdom and Dayuan had never had any dealings.
And extremely xenophobic.
Asking for emergency permission shouldn't lead to a falling out.
At worst, I can just apologize later.
One man and three horses traveled at a very fast speed day and night without stopping.
䭼 quickly left the pursuers behind as far as possible.
Seeing that everyone was exhausted, Li Ye asked them to dismount and rest.
Although horses can run all the time, they cannot stand being without sleep.
After all, I had been fighting continuously before and hadn't had a good rest for several days.
There was not even any firewood to be found on the grass, and the dry food they brought had long been eaten.
We carried some beef and mutton, which were hung up to air dry immediately.
When you are hungry, just cut it with a knife and eat it.
No one complained. They felt extremely refreshed after killing many enemies and taking revenge.
Even during breaks and meals, they excitedly discussed: "This is the first time we've led troops into Caoqian. Even if we die, it's worth it."
"You're right, these battles have been really exciting!
It's a pity that the enemy reinforcements arrived too quickly, otherwise we could have just slaughtered all the barbarians.
Let’s see if they dare to kill our people again.”
"We should all be recorded in history, right?
This is the first of its kind in the world!"
"Of course, but I think it's our entire army and His Royal Highness the Prince who should be recorded in history.
We are all soldiers and our names will not be recorded."
“It’s good enough to be remembered as an army!
In the past, we were just ordinary people who couldn’t even get enough to eat.
It is only by following His Highness that I can live a good life.
No matter what, even if we all die in battle, we must protect His Highness and leave."
"You are right, we are not going to die, but we must protect His Highness.
Our families are still counting on His Highness to take care of us."
…
Zhao Wudi quickly received the news from Li Ye.
"His Highness has ordered you to fight in the rear and try to tie down some of the enemy forces.
Your Highness will lead the cavalry and find a way to retreat."
Zhao Wudi thought for a moment and called a general over: "Zhang Mo, I will give you 80,000 cavalrymen. Follow His Highness's instructions and slaughter the enemy tribes in the rear.
Don't fight too long. If you encounter danger, you can retreat immediately.
I will lead the army to rescue His Highness."
Zhang Mo was shocked.
Most of the army was led by him, and Zhao Wudi only had 30,000 troops left.
With such a small army going to rescue His Highness, it is a life-or-death struggle.
Once discovered by the enemy, the chance of escape is very slim.
"General, please let me go. I will lead people to rescue His Highness.
Even if I die, I will rescue His Highness."
"That's nonsense, who said they were going to die?
I am quite familiar with Cao Qian's situation, and I can definitely ask His Highness to rescue him.
You obey orders.
Not only should we try our best to strike the enemy country, but we should also protect the safety of the army.
This is the only cavalry in our Dayuan that can fight against the enemy.
Please don't beat me to death."
"Please rest assured, General, I will lead the army well.
General, please take good care of yourself."
"As long as you are safe, the enemy will have to send more troops to defend, and Your Highness and I will be safer."
After Zhao Wudi finished speaking, he quickly set off with his men.
Kill all the way to the enemy's rear, and attack the 㳔 tribe directly when you see them.
But this time Zhao Wudi did not massacre the entire tribe.
Specifically kill adult men to weaken their fighting ability.
Let someone else report the news.
Let the barbarian king know that another army is coming.
The more enemy troops attracted, the safer Li Ye's situation will be.
The barbarian king united all the tribes and cast a big net on the grass, chasing and intercepting Li Ye.
Suddenly, news came that the tribe behind had been massacred again.
The barbarian king was so angry when he heard the news.
"Which army is so bold as to attack us?
Find their location and destroy them."
"According to the survivors' description, it seems to be the famous Dayuan general Zhao Wudi, who is our old rival.
He led his troops to fight against us many times.
Although we have always had the upper hand, this time the situation is a little different.
His army was not large, only about 30,000 men.
But their warhorses are extremely good, and their weapons and equipment are extremely advanced. The tribes alone are no match for them."
"Zhao Wudi! He must have come here to rescue Prince Dayuan.
I will give you 50,000 elite soldiers. Immediately find this army and annihilate it."
The generals under him were in a dilemma.
In the past, they would not be at all bothered even if they faced an army of 10,000, 20,000 or even 30,000.
But the situation is now completely reversed.
With their war horses and various equipment, the Dayuan cavalry no longer had the confidence to fight against ten thousand even if they were to fight twenty thousand.
There is no chance of winning if you use fifty thousand to fight against thirty thousand.
The barbarian king only wanted to capture Li Ye.
Dare not send out too many cavalry.
He glared at his men and shouted angrily, "I'll give you 50,000 troops to tie down the Dayuan army first, and then mobilize forces from various tribes to help. Are you still afraid that you can't defeat them?"
"Thank you for your guidance, my king. I understand!"