After dealing with the young and strong Southern Xiongnu on the left flank, He Lian sent a messenger to Tan Shihuai and also ordered the entire army to rest immediately.
Meanwhile, Mija, who was in charge of ambushing the right flank of the Southern Xiongnu army, was also making good progress.
The annihilation of the left and right armies of the Southern Xiongnu occurred within an hour of each other.
Late at night, Lü Bu stepped out of his tent and looked up at the dark northern sky.
Hearing the sounds of snoring coming from the surrounding tents, Lü Bu's mood couldn't help but waver slightly.
Humans are not plants or trees; how can they be without feelings?
Throughout the journey, Yufuluo always regarded Lü Bu as an elder brother, and his words and actions were exceptionally respectful. The soldiers of the Southern Xiongnu also held him in high esteem for his bravery.
The thought that he would send all these people to their deaths tomorrow made Lu Bu feel a little reluctant.
"Brother, why aren't you resting so late?"
Just as Lü Bu was feeling uneasy, Yufuluo walked over from behind.
"Tomorrow will be our last battle on this trip, and I can't help but have some thoughts on it!"
Lu Bu glanced at Yufuluo, "Why haven't you rested either?"
"I'm so excited I can't sleep. Thanks to your leadership, brother, we've achieved so much on this expedition. Tomorrow, we'll take down the last Xianbei tribe and then we can go back!"
When talking about his gains, Yuvro's face was full of excitement.
"Yes, we can go back tomorrow!"
Lu Bu said something indifferently, then turned his head and continued to gaze at the northern night sky.
Nothing more was said that night...
The next morning, Lü Bu led his thousand wolf cavalry and the Southern Xiongnu soldiers under Yufuluo, galloping towards the tribe located in the depression.
He Ren and Mika also led the elite troops of Takayanagi, moving towards the southeast and southwest of the depression.
On the other side, Tan Shihuai also ordered the entire army to have a hearty meal early on, and then to prepare for battle, waiting for the arrival of Lü Bu and Yufuluo.
Li Ru also came to Tan Shihuai's side and said in a deep voice, "Great Chief, in this encirclement and suppression, once Lü Bu and Yu Fuluo are trapped in a desperate situation, they will definitely fight hard to break through."
If Helian and Mika's elite Gaoliu troops fail to arrive in time, Lü Bu and his men will very likely break through the encirclement of these 30,000 ordinary cavalry..."
Tan Shihua frowned and quickly asked, "Then, according to Mr. Wenyou's opinion, what should be done?"
"In my opinion, the Great Chief should personally supervise the battle from the front lines to boost morale. Only in this way can his warriors fight bravely to stop Lü Bu and Yufuluo from breaking through!"
"Yes, Mr. Wen is right!"
Tan Shihuai nodded, offering no objection to Li Ru's suggestion.
Having fought so many battles over the years, he naturally knew the boost to morale that comes from the commander personally taking to the front lines.
Subsequently, Tan Shihuai ordered his personal guards to assemble and begin donning their armor.
After everything was prepared, Tan Shihuai looked at Li Ru, who was standing beside him, and said in a deep voice:
"Mr. Wen, the battlefield is dangerous. It would be best if you stayed here when the war starts!"
Li Ru smiled and said, "As the military advisor accompanying the army, I should naturally stay by your side and devise plans for you."
Furthermore, if you leave me behind, people will think you are being unfair. Not only will I be ridiculed, but it will also be extremely detrimental to your prestige!
Upon hearing this, Tan Shihuai immediately understood, and his gaze toward Li Ru was filled with satisfaction.
My efforts to win over Li Ru were indeed worthwhile.
Then Tan Shihuai said with a serious expression, "In that case, Mr. Wenyou should stay close behind me and not stray!"
Li Ru nodded slightly: "Yes, Great Chief!"
While waiting, the scouts sent out by Tan Shihuai kept relaying messages from all sides.
As noon approached, Lü Bu and Yu Fuluo's troops were less than thirty li away from the depression.
He Lian and Mika's elite troops from Takayanagi also arrived at the depression, sixty miles southeast and fifty miles southwest respectively.
The situation of being surrounded by three parties has already taken shape.
About half an hour later, Lü Bu and Yu Fuluo's troops appeared in the south of the depression.
Looking at the tribe of nearly 10,000 people not far away, Yufuluo and his group of Southern Xiongnu soldiers all showed a hint of excitement, and then quickened their pace and rushed towards the tribe.
The thousand wolf cavalry soldiers following behind Lu Bu did not make any unusual movements and maintained their neat formation.
Soon, Yufuluo led the Southern Xiongnu soldiers into the tribe and began to slaughter any Xianbei men who dared to resist.
Soon, all the Xianbei men in the tribe who dared to resist were slaughtered.
Knowing this was the last target, many Southern Xiongnu soldiers relaxed, gathering in twos and threes, dragging the Xianbei women into the tent, wanting to have some fun.
Yuvro did not step forward to stop them. The soldiers had been holding back for a long time, so it was no big deal for them to release their pent-up energy before this expedition.
Besides, the harvest this time has already been quite substantial, so there's nothing wrong with giving those women to the soldiers as a reward.
Lu Bu chose to stand by and watch the Southern Xiongnu soldiers, who were already in complete disarray.
On the other side, Tan Shihuai, who was constantly observing the situation of the tribe, was already furious.
Seeing that most of the Southern Xiongnu soldiers had dismounted, Tan Shihuai immediately mounted his horse as well.
The Xianbei cavalry behind them also mounted their horses and followed Tan Shihuai to the earthen slope.
Tan Shihuai drew his curved sword from his waist, pointed it at the Southern Xiongnu people who were committing atrocities in the tribe, and roared angrily:
"Warriors, the Southern Xiongnu have killed my brothers and defiled my women. They are utterly despicable!"
"If you're a man, come with me and slaughter those hateful Southern Xiongnu people to avenge our fallen kin!!"
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