Senior Brother Su Jue carried Xi Hua's head and quickly left Qipan Pass.
According to the time calculation, Fei An's troops will reach Jianmen in one day at most, and Xue Dingshan's troops will only take about two days' walk.
From Qipan Pass to Jianmen, it is still the Jinniu Ancient Road, which is difficult to travel on, as difficult as climbing to the sky.
Only by asking his senior brother to take action can Fu Xiaoguan stop Fei An at Baishuitan, more than 30 miles west of Jianmen, tonight.
He asked his eldest brother to hang Xi Hua's head on the city wall of Jianmen, and wrote a letter to the governor of Jianmen, asking him to quickly lead the people to retreat to Baishuitang.
This matter is too urgent and I am afraid it will be too late. I can only save as many as I can.
Afterwards, Fu Xiaoguan ordered the 500 men of the Divine Sword Third Brigade to completely block the exit from Qipan Pass to Jiannan Road, preventing the news of Xihua's destruction from reaching Xue Dingshan's ears.
Only in this way would Xue Dingshan enter Jianmen City, otherwise he would choose to escape from Huaian Road.
The Third Brigade of the Divine Sword suffered over a hundred casualties and sixty-seven injuries in the battle at dawn, but there were still two thousand eight hundred men able to fight. Fu Xiaoguan did not give them time to rest and asked Su Mo to lead two thousand three hundred people to chase Xue Dingshan's troops.
"If you discover that Xue Dingshan's troops are about to turn to Huaian Road, Eighth Senior Brother, remember, if it is during the day, do not fight Xue Dingshan on Huaian Road. The Divine Sword Brigade 3 must retreat to Rongzhou City and rely on Rongzhou City to defend, waiting for Fei An's troops to arrive. If it is at night..." Fu Xiaoguan raised his eyebrows, "Then just kill him!"
Su Mo pondered for a moment and understood what Fu Xiaoguan meant. He led the 2,300 people and left Qipan Pass.
Wei Wubing frowned and asked curiously why.
Fu Xiaoguan chuckled. Guan Xiaoxi glanced at Wei Wubing and said, "The Divine Sword Army's advantage lies in mountain warfare. Huai'an Road is a flat hinterland. During the day, it would be advantageous for the Xue bandit army to charge. At night, it would be advantageous for the Divine Sword Army to launch a surprise attack and win in the chaos. Otherwise, even if they win, the casualties will be extremely high, which is not worth it."
Wei Wubing suddenly realized, "So this is the right time and place?"
"That's right. In war, the key is to use your strengths to attack the enemy's weaknesses. The Divine Sword Army is well-trained and well-coordinated, and their goal is to create momentum to crush the enemy in one fell swoop. Therefore, in battle, one should be vigorous at the first attack, weaken at the second, and exhaust at the third. If the bandits Xue organize themselves to hold off the Divine Sword Army's three attacks without being defeated, then the rest of the battle will be disadvantageous to the Divine Sword Army, especially when fighting on the plains."
Fu Xiaoguan explained further and looked at Guan Xiaoxi, "Who is this general...?"
Guan Xiaoxi glanced at Peng Yuyan. Peng Yuyan glared at him and said with a smile, "This kid's name is Guan Xiaoxi. He's 22 years old and a captain in the Southern Border Army Scout Battalion. Since the Mountain Division was established, I've brought him here..."
Peng Yuyan paused, then suddenly added, "This kid is obsessed with joining the Divine Sword Army. Master Fu, does your Divine Sword Army have a liking for him?"
Fu Xiaoguan laughed heartily, "This General Guan is obviously the best soldier. I would like him. Would you be willing to give him up?"
The Second Brigade of the Divine Sword Army is in serious need of such talents. A scout captain of the Southern Border Army is not a simple role. If he is kidnapped and handed over to Bai Yulian, after Bai Yulian's baptism, this guy will be of great use!
Guan Xiaoxi was delighted when she heard this, but she withdrew her gaze and was about to politely refuse when Peng Yuyan spoke. Instead of speaking, she recited a poem:
"I looked at my sword while drunk, and dreamt of blowing the horn in the camp.
Eight hundred miles of roast meat was distributed to his subordinates.
Fifty strings play the sounds from beyond the Great Wall,
Autumn military training on the battlefield!
The horse is as fast as Lu, and the bow is as loud as thunder.
To complete the king's affairs,
To win fame during life and after death,
Why fear gray hair? "
"The poem 'Pozhenzi', which you composed at the General's Mansion last March, has been considered by the General as his lifelong pursuit. I believe this is also the lifelong pursuit of every soldier willing to sacrifice their life for their country. The Mountain Division is like a tiger trying to imitate a cat, having only learned the basics. Guan Xiaoxi is a talented person, a natural soldier, and his dream is to join the Excalibur Army."
Peng Yuyan took a deep breath. "I've thought about this for a long time. After he receives systematic training in the Divine Sword Army, he will be able to play a greater role. So... I won't keep him. I'll give him to you. I hope he can realize his dreams in the Divine Sword Army and win a good reputation in his lifetime!"
Guan Xiaoxi was startled for a moment, then looked up at Peng Yuyan, who smiled at him, "Why, are you scared?"
"No..." Guan Xiaoxi knelt down in front of Peng Yuyan and bowed, "Thank you, Madam, for your kindness!"
"You kid, get up! I heard that joining the Excalibur Army requires passing an assessment. Listen carefully! This is the general's last order for you!"
"Madam, please speak!"
"If you fail the Divine Sword Army's assessment...this general will punish you according to military law!"
Fu Xiaoguan was startled. It shouldn't be like this... But Guan Xiaoxi clasped his fists solemnly and said, "I obey your command! If I cannot pass the Divine Sword Army's assessment, I will commit suicide in front of you, General!"
When Wei Wubing heard this, he thought it was too scary. Is being a soldier in the Divine Sword Army so dangerous?
But he had come here with the sole purpose of joining the Divine Sword Army, so he knelt down in front of Fu Xiaoguan and said, "My ambition is also to join the Divine Sword Army. If I cannot pass the Divine Sword Army's assessment, I, I..."
He gritted his teeth and said viciously, "I will commit suicide in front of Lord Fu!"
What’s all this fuss about… Fu Xiaoguan picked up Wei Wubing and said, “It’s just an assessment, not a journey through fire and water. You two are making it seem like you’re heading to hell.”
Xu Xinyan came in with a bowl of chicken soup and placed it in front of Fu Xiaoguan. She looked around and whispered, "Drink it while it's hot."
Fu Xiaoguan wasn't shy about it. He accepted the chicken soup and said to Guan Xiaoxi and Wei Wubing, "The Divine Sword test isn't difficult. It's just about basic physical fitness and willpower. You two will definitely pass it. The real challenge is the subsequent training after passing the test... I hope you can persevere. Welcome to become a member of the Divine Sword!"
The two were overjoyed and stood up, clasping their fists and bowing to Fu Xiaoguan.
Fu Xiaoguan took out a pen and paper, wrote two letters of recommendation to Bai Yulian, and handed them to the two of them. "The Divine Sword has expanded its army to 30,000 men, and the final elimination rate is about 30%. I hope to see you in the army in the future, and I hope even more that you can become the regimental commander, brigade commander, or even division commander of the Divine Sword. Go to Linjiang Fenglin Mountain to find your superior Bai Yulian. I wish you good luck!"
"Thank you, Lord Fu!"
Wei Wubing was delighted to receive the letter of recommendation, while Guan Xiaoxi turned around and bowed to Peng Yuyan, but said nothing. The two turned around and left the general's tent, embarking on their exciting future journey.
"What are your plans next?"
Fu Xiaoguan gulped down a few mouthfuls of chicken soup. It tasted very good, especially with the added flavor of fresh mushrooms.
"I have to go to Jianmen."
"There's Fei'an."
"It's not that I'm afraid Fei An can't win," Fu Xiaoguan sighed, "I have a sixth senior sister, this silly one, she wants to challenge Xue Dingshan alone!"
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