"Your unit serves as the army's reserve force and is also responsible for assisting Zhang Jiedu in stabilizing the city's defenses, suppressing any possible disturbances, and ensuring the safety of our rear!"
"Leave it to me!"
Zhao Muyun then looked at Namtso and Urgan: "Namtso's leader, Urgan's brother, the Qiang and Rong warriors are familiar with the terrain of Longnan, and are especially good at mountain raids and small-group harassment."
"When Yang Yan retreats, he will surely choose a strategic location to ambush or cover his retreat. At that time, we will need your two great assistance!"
Namtso bowed with his hand on his chest: "General Tian's kindness to our people is as heavy as a mountain. The Qiang and Rong warriors are willing to die for General Tian! We will make the return journey of the Xijing army as difficult as crossing a snow-capped mountain!"
Urgan grinned and said, "We've been wanting to teach them a lesson for a long time!"
Finally, Zhao Muyun looked at Zhang Zan and Wang Xing: "Zhang Jiedu, Wang Buzheng, I entrust the city's administration, grain and fodder allocation, treatment of the wounded, and stability of the people entirely to you two!"
"I will have Shi Yong fully cooperate. In extraordinary times, extraordinary measures must be taken to ensure that our army's operations are carried out without any worries!"
Zhang Zan and Wang Buzheng were also filled with enthusiasm, and they both cupped their hands in unison: "We will obey the Grand Commander's order! We will do our utmost!"
Orders were clearly and unambiguously conveyed, and inspired by the great victory in Xia Prefecture and Zhao Muyun's decisive actions, the entire Liangzhou City began to operate with unprecedented efficiency and fighting spirit.
The oppressive atmosphere caused by the siege and shortage of supplies was replaced by a fervent desire for war, as if a great battle was imminent.
Zhao Muyun walked to the entrance of the hall, looking at the continuous Xijing military camps outside the city. His gaze seemed to penetrate the tents and see his old rival, Yang Yan.
He knew that the final showdown with Yang Yan might not be under the walls of Liangzhou, but rather on his path of retreat in disarray, or perhaps under the walls of Xijing.
“Prime Minister Yang, do you think you can come and go as you please? This land of Longyou is not your backyard... You must leave something behind.”
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