Yizhou, a coastal city.
Inside the Crown Prince's palace, Liu Cheng, dressed in ordinary clothes, sat upright in the main seat.
Zhou Yu, Guo Jia, Sima Yi, Sun Ce, Ma Chao, and others stood on both sides of the main hall.
At first glance, everyone's face was filled with excitement and anticipation.
At this point, four years had passed since they arrived in Illinois.
The trials and tribulations of the past few years have shed the naivety on everyone's faces and added a touch of maturity.
"Gentlemen, General Lü's 100,000 cavalry have already deployed to the eastern border of Anxi. It's time for us to take action as well!"
Four years of experience had matured Liu Cheng considerably, but the thought of launching a final attack on Anxi still filled him with excitement.
Of course, this is also the reason why Liu Wen wiped out a number of indigenous tribes around Rinan.
After all, as the eldest brother and the future heir of the Han Dynasty, he had to do better than his brothers from any perspective.
As Liu Cheng finished speaking, everyone in the hall became excited.
"Your Highness, the army of Yizhou, totaling 150,000 men, has arrived in Ansu City to await orders, and all the necessary equipment and supplies for the siege are in place."
General Ma Teng's Bedouin cavalry was also active in the northwest and could move south at any time.
The relief forces led by Gongsun Zan also held the southern region.
The Persians also successfully controlled the northeastern region and confronted the Parthian army.
"As long as General Lü Bu defeats the Parthian army, our army can advance from four directions and completely conquer Parthia..."
Zhou Yu, who was appointed as the temporary chief of staff, also presented a report to Liu Cheng, detailing the current situation in Parthia.
"good!"
Liu Cheng nodded in satisfaction, then turned to look at Ma Chao, Sun Ce, and Cao Zhang: "For this expedition, Cao Qing will be the vanguard, Ma Chao and Sun Ce will be the deputies, and Guo Jia will be the accompanying strategist, leading an army of 30,000 to meet up with General Gongsun Zan first."
"Here you go!!"
The four people whose names were called answered excitedly and then quickly left.
"Zhongda, immediately send someone to inform General Lü that I have given him the authority to make decisions on the spot. He can launch an attack on the Parthian army at any time depending on the situation, and those Persians will also be placed under his command!"
"Here you go!"
Sima Yi, who was in charge of intelligence, agreed and bowed before leaving.
Subsequently, Liu Cheng issued another order, appointing himself as commander-in-chief of the central army, with Zhou Yu as military advisor and Lu Su in charge of logistics.
Soon, the group left Linhai City and headed towards Ansu City.
On the city wall of Linhai, Chu Qian calmly watched the departing group, a hint of daze in his eyes.
"Has my resignation been sent out?"
Looking at the distant horizon, Chu Qian asked without turning his head.
From behind, a constable respectfully announced, "It has been sent out!"
"Sigh, after so many years away, I can finally go back and enjoy my retirement!"
Chu Qian sighed, a look of relief appearing on his face.
From the time he took up his post as an envoy to the Han Dynasty in the second year of Jianning, Chu Qian spent less than two years in the Han Dynasty in the past twenty-eight years, spending most of his time traveling around.
Now, the final battle is about to begin, and the Han Dynasty is invincible in the world. As for me, the Han envoy, I have no value in existing.
He knew that a new era had begun, and it was time for him to step down, leaving the rest to the next generation.
After returning to the governor's mansion, Chu Qian began to busy himself with the handover work.
Having toiled for so many years, dedicating the best years of my life to the Han Dynasty, it's time for me to rest.
In late September, Lü Bu's army arrived at the front line where the Persians and Parthians were facing off.
At the same time, Sima Yi's messenger also conveyed Liu Cheng's instructions to Lü Bu.
"Your Highness, you truly possess the bearing of His Majesty. Our Great Han is blessed!"
Upon hearing that Liu Cheng had granted him such great authority, Lü Bu was filled with emotion and relief.
After all, this vast empire was won by them through their tireless efforts following the emperor, and they would naturally be unhappy if they could not hand it over to a reliable successor.
Now, seeing that the Crown Prince can trust people just like the Emperor, Lü Bu has truly recognized this heir apparent.
While having the messenger taken away to rest, Lü Bu also summoned the Persian prince Tiramay, who was in charge of commanding the Persian soldiers, to his tent.
"I am Tiramai, greetings to General Lü!"
"No need for formalities. From this day forward, you shall bring your soldiers and serve under my command. In this army, only my orders shall prevail!"
"Here you go!"
Although Tiramay, who had commanded nearly 100,000 Persian soldiers for many years, had developed the aura of a regional commander, his presence was still insufficient in front of Lü Bu.
Therefore, upon hearing Lü Bu's instructions, Tila Mai did not hesitate at all.
"Very well, tell me about the situation of the Parthian army!"
Seeing that Tira bought so readily, Lü Bu nodded in satisfaction and then inquired about the situation of the Parthian army.
"General, the Parthian army responsible for suppressing us has a total of 130,000 troops, including 100,000 infantry and 30,000 cavalry."
Because we Persians have always been regarded as their greatest threat, the weapons and equipment they use are all purchased from Isha, from an elite Parthian force..."
"Elite?"
Upon hearing the word "elite," Lü Bu couldn't help but sneer: "How do these Parthian troops compare to the iron cavalry of my Han Dynasty?"
"The Han cavalry, both men and horses, are much taller and larger than the Parthian army, and their equipment is far superior. The Parthian army is naturally no match for your army."
Tirama replied without hesitation. Although his words were an admission of his subordinates' incompetence, that was the truth.
Those tall and imposing Han cavalrymen clad in black iron armor, along with their warhorses that were a head taller than his own, completely shattered Jiang Tila's understanding of the army.
In his eyes, the Han cavalry were like divine soldiers from heaven, while his proud Persian elite troops were as insignificant as ants in front of them.
Seeing Tira's respectful expression, Lü Bu smiled and ordered, "Go back immediately and tell your soldiers that they should leave the camp early tomorrow morning to challenge the Parthian army."
"Simply luring the Parthian army out of the city will be a great achievement for you!"
"yes!"
Tirama agreed, bowed, and withdrew.
After Tira left, Zhao Yun, Zhang He, and the others also came in.
Zhao Yun stepped forward respectfully and said, "General, our army has just arrived here, and the soldiers are still exhausted. Should we rest for a few days before setting out again?"
"Speed is of the essence in war. If our army rests, the Parthian army will surely find out. If they hold their ground and do not come out, it will definitely slow down our army's progress."
Remember, our goal is Rome, we don't have that much time to waste here...
Although the soldiers were exhausted, they were still confident they could defeat the Parthian army!
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