Yang Yan, you want to be the fisherman? I'm afraid you don't have the appetite!
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Meanwhile, at the Fengtian Army camp.
Yang Yan summoned his trusted generals and informed them of the results of the lottery.
"General, Changzhou is a fortified city with high walls and deep moats. The defending army is led by the fierce Northern Di general Ali Gua, who commands over ten thousand elite troops. In addition, there are surrendered soldiers under his control. It may not be easy to take it." General Zhang Hong looked worried.
Another general, Li Jinze, said, "Zhao Muyun's forces are far inferior to ours, yet he dares to propose this bet. He must have something to rely on. Commander, we must be wary of his tricks."
Yang Yan's gaze swept across Changzhou on the map, and he said in a deep voice, "Zhao Muyun is cunning and we must be wary of him. But it is a fact that his forces are weak, and the garrison of Xuanzhou is not weak either. He may not be able to succeed easily. The key to this battle lies in speed, accuracy, and ruthlessness!"
He paused, then ordered, "Zhang Hong, you are hereby appointed as the vanguard, leading 30,000 infantry and 3,000 cavalry, carrying siege equipment. Set off immediately and be sure to reach Changzhou within three days to ascertain the city's strength and weaknesses. If you can launch a swift attack, do so; otherwise, besiege the city until our main army arrives!"
"Li Jin, you will lead five thousand elite cavalry, bypass Changzhou, and advance to the area between Changzhou and Youzhou to build a defensive line."
"First, we must intercept any reinforcements that Youzhou might send. Second... we must monitor the direction of Xuanzhou. If Zhao Muyun fails to capture the city after a prolonged siege or makes any unusual moves, we must report to him immediately!"
"The rest of the units shall follow the central army. Send orders to the rear to expedite the transfer of supplies."
"This battle is not only about Youzhou, but also about the future of Hebei and even the entire country! Our army must take Changzhou and seize the position of Grand General!"
"Understood, sir!"
The Fengtian Army generals were in high spirits, had superior numbers, and were confident of victory.
Yang Yan's eyes were deep and profound.
Zhao Muyun, let's settle this once and for all here in Xuan and Chang prefectures!
Once we've determined the winner, we can discuss other things...
He never forgot the blood feud he felt against Xijing.
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