"Who said I'm afraid? The people of Gaoluo Kingdom value integrity above all else. What we say is what we say, and we never go back on our word." Gao Lizhu rolled her eyes dismissively. "However, before we set off, I'd like to ask you for something."
Xi Yuelei frowned. "What is that? Back then, our four countries agreed that each of us would command our own armies, and it was absolutely impossible to borrow troops."
“Yes, that’s right, we can borrow anything, except soldiers.” Bargu casually chimed in.
Gao Lizhu gritted her teeth in anger. These bastards, they always say they'd go to great lengths for their brothers, but when it really matters, they stab you in the back.
He said irritably, "I'm not asking you for troops, I'm just asking you for some beasts."
"What? You beast!" Xi Yuelei was stunned. "Brother Gao, what do you mean by that? Explain yourself clearly."
“Yeah, it sounds like an insult to me!” Bargu glared.
Gao Lizhu shook her head and smiled, "I didn't mean anything by it. I just want to borrow some pigs and sheep from you so that I can go with you to attack Anyang City."
"Send pigs and sheep to attack Anyang? That's utter nonsense!" Xi Yuelei's eyes almost popped out. "The more I listen, the more confused I get. Brother Gao, stop beating around the bush and tell me your actual purpose. If it's reasonable, I'll give you all the livestock that accompany the army."
"Warfare isn't about brute force, it's about brains." Gao Lizhu curled her lips into a mocking sneer. "If the enemy uses underhanded tactics, we can't confront them head-on. They've set up countless traps along the way, so we'll gather the livestock that accompany the army and let them lead the way. We can reach Anyang without losing a single soldier."
Xi Yuelei nodded repeatedly at these words, "Using pigs and dogs as vanguards, this idea is absolutely brilliant."
He praised it verbally, but inwardly he was filled with regret. How could he not have thought of such a good idea? He was truly blinded by his own involvement and lost his composure.
Upon hearing this, Bargu was so angry he wanted to slap himself.
How incredibly stupid of him! How could he not have thought of such a brilliant plan, allowing the Kingdom of Gaoluo to strike first?
If he manages to escape the horse trap and successfully reach Anyang City, then the treasures of Anyang City, and most importantly, Princess Anyang, will all become spoils of war for the Gaoluo Kingdom.
No, this vanguard must be composed of troops from the Northern Barbarian Kingdom.
Having made up his mind, Barhu cleared his throat. "Brother Gao's idea is not bad, but all the livestock are dead. What will we eat? Why don't you think of another plan? Let me go and experience the power of the horse trap first."
“Yes, yes, General Ba is absolutely right. The livestock that accompany us are our army’s rations. How can we waste them? We should send our flying knife team from the southern border to break through those horse traps.” Nangong Jin said this, but in reality, he wanted to use Goryeo-ju’s method to have livestock charge ahead.
Upon hearing this, Gao Lizhu's eyes turned red with anger. These cowards, who had been cowering and acting like cowards just now, were now scrambling to come up with ideas. Wasn't this blatant bullying?
He couldn't care less about anything else now, and he lost his temper, yelling, "You bunch of bootlickers, where the hell were you all before? I came up with the idea, and now you want to compete with me for the lead? No way!"
Bargu was immediately displeased. "Gao Lizhu, what do you mean by that? What do you mean the idea was yours? You think you need to think of such a terrible idea? To tell you the truth, I actually thought of using livestock as vanguards a long time ago, but you beat me to it. Don't think too highly of yourself, or don't blame me for being impolite."
“General Ba is right, Goryeo-ju, don’t be so arrogant.” Nangong Jin said with a dissatisfaction, “Don’t forget, our four kingdoms are one entity. We swore an oath before the expedition, made a blood oath, and joined forces to attack Da Ning. But you are only thinking of yourself and seeking only profit. You are really damaging the reputation of the Goryeo Kingdom.”
"You..." Gao Lizhu's face flushed red, speechless after being rebuked.
He wished he could just smash his head against a wall and die. Why did he have to be so cheeky? He could have just quietly implemented his idea, but he had to show off with his arrogant and boastful attitude. He didn't even look at the kind of people in front of him. Now look what happened, the fat meat that was about to be in his mouth is about to fly away.
Xi Yuelei was still somewhat unwilling to give up, secretly plotting in his mind what excuse he could find to be a vanguard again.
Just then, I heard several people start arguing.
Suddenly, his eyes lit up, and an idea came to him in an instant. He quickly and sternly rebuked him.
"Alright, stop arguing. The idea came from General Gao, so let the Gao Luo Kingdom's army be the vanguard. However, for safety's sake, our Xi Yue army will observe the enemy formation from the rear, so we can provide support in critical moments."
He spoke sweet words, but in reality he had his own plans. Once Goryeoju broke through all the horse traps, he would have Goryeoju wait in the rear while he went to attack Anyang City.
Upon hearing this, Gao Lizhu was so angry that her head swelled up three times its normal size, and she cursed inwardly.
Xi Yuelei, you treacherous villain, you really want to have your cake and eat it too!
You talk a good game, but aren't you just trying to reap the benefits without lifting a finger?
You shameless bastard, I'll curse your ancestors for eight generations and your descendants for nine generations!
Your ancestors for eighteen generations must have accumulated no good deeds to produce a scoundrel like you, who bullies the weak and has a wicked heart...
Barhu and Nangong Jin didn't say anything, but in their hearts they cursed Xi Yuelei to the core.
Xi Yuelei couldn't wait any longer and shouted, "Don't just stand there! Quickly gather all the pigs, sheep, and other supplies that accompany the army. We must capture Anyang City before nightfall!"
The people were unwilling, but dared not disobey.
Before long, all the pigs and sheep had gathered in front of the camp.
Gao Lizhu ordered her men to drive pigs and sheep ahead to clear the way, while Xi Yuelei led an army of 50,000 men in close pursuit, marching in a grand procession toward Anyang City.
Seeing the enemy troops flee in disarray, Chen Qingqing knew that these people wouldn't let it go so easily and would definitely launch attacks again and again.
He immediately ordered his men to hurry up and cover up the horse traps again.
Once everything was ready, a scout came to report, "Reporting to Lord Zhou, the enemy has begun their operation again."
"So fast, the enemy is truly well-prepared." Zhou Jingyuan paused slightly after saying this, then asked, "How many troops did the enemy send this time?"
"Your Excellency, this time the enemy is not cavalry. In front of them are several thousand pigs and sheep, followed by seventy to eighty thousand infantry."
"What? Thousands of pigs and sheep?" Zhou Jingyuan was stunned for a moment and looked at Chen Qingqing. "Your Highness, they want to use pigs and sheep to destroy our horse trap."
Chen Qingqing sneered, "Don't panic. Even if they get past the horse trap, they won't get past my gunpowder array."
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