Douluo: Strange Fire Martial Spirit, starting with a hundred thousand year soul ring - Chapter 417

c416 Fall of Yellowstone City

Ge Hang got off his horse calmly and responded with a smile: “General Xiao, we are not here to attack the city. On the contrary, we are here to surrender.”

Surrender?

Even Feng Xiaotian couldn’t help but feel a little surprised.

This Ge Hang is a fanatical militant of the Xingluo Empire. Would he surrender to the Tiandou Empire? This is obviously impossible.

Feng Xiaotian immediately thought of a possibility. This Ge Hang has the strength of a soul saint. He is likely to enter Huangshi City under the pretext of surrender and arrest Xiao Se. At that time, the army of the Xingluo Empire will be able to take Huangshi City without any effort.

For some reason, Xiao Se didn’t even ask, but directly believed Ge Hang’s surrender, and immediately ordered the city gate to be opened to welcome them into the city.

“Are the current city guards so brainless?” Feng Xiaotian couldn’t help complaining in his heart, but he still had a smile on his face and followed Ge Hang into the city.

Xiao Se walked down the city wall and immediately took them to the command post.

“Brother Ge, you are finally here.” There were no outsiders around, and Xiao Se’s attitude became extremely flattering, as if he was the one who surrendered.

No, he had already defected.

Feng Xiaotian’s heart tightened. The generals defending Huangshi City had defected. Wouldn’t it be easy for the Xingluo Empire to take over this military fortress!

“Brother Xiao, you have worked hard in the Tiandou Empire over the years. I wonder how many soldiers are there in the city now?” Ge Hang asked with a smile.

Xiao Se sighed, “Originally, the Tiandou Empire stationed 30,000 soldiers here, but for some reason, 27,000 people were withdrawn last month, leaving only 3,000 soldiers defending the city!”

“3,000!” Ge Hang stood up suddenly.

Suddenly, he laughed and said, “It seems that Xue Qinghe has taken the initiative to give up Huangshi City. Brother Xiao, are you exposed?”

Xiao Se explained helplessly: “The Empire has withdrawn all those troops to the Barak Kingdom. Besides, if I were exposed, I would have been captured by those nobles long ago. How could I stay here?”

This Xiao Se, many years ago, accepted Ge Hang’s benefits and surrendered to the Xingluo Empire.

Feng Xiaotian understood that this decision was probably proposed by his teacher. After all, the military strength of the Xingluo Empire far exceeds that of the Tiandou Empire. Fighting them to the death at the beginning of the war will only waste manpower in vain.

But in Ge Hang’s eyes, he didn’t think so, “It seems that Xue Qinghe thought we would start a war from the Barak Kingdom. But it’s okay, there are probably not many guards in the nearby cities.”

“Brother Xiao, have you arranged your people? My troops will enter the city later, and they can’t be attacked by you.”

Xiao Se smiled evilly, and the next moment, bursts of fighting came from the city wall.

Then, the gate that was supposed to be closed was pushed open.

Ge Hang was very satisfied with Xiao Se’s approach, and then fired a signal flare, and his 5,000 soldiers entered the city upon hearing the news.

“Brother Xiao, you will be one of my deputy generals in the future. If you work hard, you will have the opportunity to become a general in the future.” Ge Hang said with satisfaction.

Xiao Se smiled flatteringly and said, “Brother Ge, don’t worry, I will definitely go through fire and water for you, without hesitation.”

Feng Xiaotian did not dare to agree with these words. This Xiao Se has no backbone at all, and you still expect him to break into the battle and kill the enemy? It’s good that he didn’t escape from the battle.

Not long after, Ge Hang’s troops took Huangshi City without bloodshed.

As for the original soldiers defending the city, all those who were unwilling to surrender were killed by them. Those who are willing to surrender will serve as advance cannon fodder in the next battle!

…

The news of the fall of Huangshi City and the news that the Xingluo Empire declared war on the Tiandou Empire swept across the continent at the same time.

The reason given by the Xingluo Empire is very simple. The strong men of the Tiandou Empire massacred the Nanyun City of the Xingluo Empire. The Tiandou Emperor Xue Qinghe not only did not actively cooperate in the handling, but also publicly clamored against the Xingluo Empire.

As the emperor of the Xingluo Empire, Dai Mubai should seek justice for tens of thousands of innocent people in Nanyun City.

This reason seems absurd, but in the statement he issued earlier, the civilians of the Xingluo Empire believed that the massacre was done by the Tiandou Empire. Now, Dai Mubai took the opportunity to declare war, which in their eyes is justified.

In the court of the Tiandou Empire, because the war has already started, Xue Qinghe invited Han Yu to act as the speaker of the empire according to the requirements of the Wuhun Hall.

“Absurd, it’s absurd!” Many ministers of the Tiandou Empire were so angry that their teeth itched.

“My dear ministers, don’t lose your composure. We should come up with a countermeasure as soon as possible!” Xue Qinghe spoke to stabilize everyone.

“Your Majesty, I am willing to lead 100,000 troops to fight a decisive battle with the Xingluo Empire.” Marshal Ge Long stood up and said.

He was the highest-ranking general in the Tiandou Empire. Although he knew that Xue Qinghe’s throne was not legitimate, he never criticized him, let alone betrayed him.

He was devoted to the Tiandou Empire, and many of Xue Qinghe’s policies after he came to power were inclined to civilians, which was completely in line with his interests.

Xue Qinghe smiled faintly, “Marshal Ge Long, I don’t object to you leading the troops to attack, but the Xingluo Empire has a total of 200,000 troops, and you only have 100,000 troops. Can you beat them?”

After all, Ge Long was in Tiandou City, and he knew limited news about the border.

Moreover, the Xingluo Empire’s army was equipped with Tang San’s hidden weapons, and many soul masters were mixed in the team. It would be good if the 100,000 troops of the Tiandou Empire could destroy 10,000 of the opponent’s troops.

There was even a risk of Ge Long being killed in battle.

For the Tiandou Empire, Ge Long was the backbone of the empire’s soldiers. If he died on the battlefield, the Tiandou Empire’s military morale would collapse.

According to the news from Feng Xiaotian, the general of the Xingluo Empire commanding the 200,000-strong army was the second elder of the Haotian Sect. In terms of tactical literacy, he may not be as good as Ge Long, but if it is a one-on-one fight, how can Ge Long, who only has the strength of Contra, be his opponent?

“Your Majesty, are you serious about this?” Ge Long looked strange.

He didn’t even know the enemy’s strength. How could Xue Qinghe, who was in the palace, know?

Of course, he would not speculate on Xue Qinghe’s thoughts, and would only assume that it was provided by Han Yu.

“Today, I summon all my dear friends to come here. Firstly, it is for the upcoming war; secondly, I want to announce that from today on, Dean Han will be the imperial advisor. From now on, all arrangements for the war will be made. It will all be planned by the National Master.”

“What!” The ministers were surprised.

Han Yu didn’t want to be a national advisor, but if he didn’t have an official position in the empire, it would be impossible to mobilize the army.

The position of national master is second only to the emperor. It is an existence below one person and above tens of thousands of people.

Of course Ge Long was not convinced. He knew that Han Yu’s personal strength was very strong, even much stronger than him, but personal courage did not mean that he would lead troops to fight.

Moreover, the position of National Preceptor will not leave Tiandou City under normal circumstances. In this way, can he command the soldiers on the front line well? If there is a mistake in command, the soldiers of the Tiandou Empire will bleed.

“Your Majesty, please take back your order. I am willing to defend the empire from the invasion of the Star Luo Empire. If I cannot resist the invasion of the Star Luo Empire, I am willing to die to apologize!”

Ge Long issued a military order, making it clear that he was determined not to let Han Yu command the war.

Han Yu, who had not spoken until now, slowly said: “Marshal Ge Long, Huangshi City has fallen, and next are the three cities behind. If I remember correctly, the total number of soldiers guarding the cities in the three cities combined It’s only 10,000. Even if you gather 200,000 troops and set out now, by the time you get there, the four cities of Huangshi will have already fallen.”

Ge Long retorted: “The military forces of the Balak Kingdom will assist us in retaking the Yellow Sicheng.”

“No.” The speaker was Xue Qinghe, “I have given an order that the Balak Kingdom must defend its territory and will never support other places!”

“Your Majesty, this…” Ge Long was dumbfounded.

The army of the Balak Kingdom has always been the most powerful army of the Tiandou Empire. Without their assistance, how can it resist the Star Luo Empire?

Han Yu said: “Our preparations are far less than those of the Star Luo Empire. If we fight with them, we will only lose the empire’s elite power. Marshal Ge Long, retain enough effective strength, so that we can have a chance to counterattack Star Luo later.” Empire. They can feed war with war, but we can’t.”

“If the elite of the empire are wiped out at the beginning of the war, then even if there is a chance to counterattack later, it will still be difficult for us to recover all the land.”

Of course Ge Long understands the truth behind this. They can indeed shrink strategically, but the people may not buy it. When the time comes, those merchants will turn around and join the Star Luo Empire and help fund their wars, then their Tiandou Empire will be in danger.

Han Yu smiled faintly and continued: “Marshal Ge Long, we are not doing nothing. We can send out a team of ten elite soul masters to attack the enemy’s rear. All teams should be dispersed. If the enemy wants to To encircle and suppress them, they will consume a lot of supplies, and we will only lose ten people at most at one time.”

“And with the formation of this soul master team, Wuhun Palace will also arrange many soul masters to assist us.”

The Wuhun Palace only has a legion of soul masters. Although they do not directly join the war, there is still no problem in sending some low-level soul masters.

Even though the Star Luo Empire’s army was equipped with Tang San’s hidden weapons, they were ordinary people after all. Facing a spirit master’s attack, they were likely to be so nervous that they forgot to use hidden weapons, or even shot them at their own people.

Ge Long analyzed it in his mind and felt that Han Yu’s method was a pity, so he asked: “Where does Dean Han plan to start the first battle against the Star Luo Empire? We can’t retreat all the way to Tiandou City. ”

“Jialing Pass!” Han Yu said.

He didn’t choose this place intentionally. The main reason was that the terrain of Jialing Pass was easy to defend and difficult to attack. He could only have a chance to break through the walls of Jialing Pass by a strong man of Titled Douluo level. Of course, the city defenders are not fools and will definitely send people to defend.

It can be said that even if the enemy has a titled Douluo, but our highest combat power is only a Contra, it is still possible to successfully defend. Of course, except Dugu Bo.

Xue Qinghe asked at this time: “Marshal Ge Long, do you still think that my decision was wrong?”

All the ministers looked at each other.

It’s not that they don’t know how to fight guerrilla warfare, but it’s more difficult to implement it. It is difficult for the Tiandou Empire to form hundreds of soul master teams composed of ten people in groups.

But with the help of Wuhun Palace, this problem will naturally be solved.

If the Star Luo Empire invades the Tiandou Empire, they will definitely not be able to occupy only the four cities of Huangshi. As long as they march straight in, the battle line will definitely be very long. At this time, one can imagine how much headache they will have if the rear is attacked by a team of soul masters again.

But if they only occupy the four cities of Huangshi, there is no need to prepare an army of 200,000.

All the ministers also understood Han Yu’s brilliance.

Furthermore, the soul master army does not need to attack the soldiers rushing to the front line. Burning their supplies can greatly slow down the enemy’s offensive. And buy time for the Tiandou Empire to build a strong defense at Jialing Pass.

Ge Long continued to ask: “Your Majesty, I still have one thing I don’t understand. If the Xingluo Empire only fights to Jialing Pass and stops attacking, then won’t we lose the land in vain?”

Yes, if Dai Mubai’s appetite only stays in front of Jialing Pass, then won’t they lose the land in vain?

Xue Qinghe looked at Han Yu, he was just an ignorant puppet emperor, how could he understand military affairs.

Han Yu explained: “Jialing Pass is just the bottom line. They invaded first, why can’t we take the initiative to attack when we are ready?”

“Besides, don’t you see how close Jialing Pass is to the Barak Kingdom.”

Jialing Pass is only a hundred miles away from the territory of the Barak Kingdom. Xingluo Empire fought here, why can’t they attack from both sides? Even if they didn’t advance here, the Barak Kingdom could still encircle these invaders with the Tiandou Empire army.

Previously, Xue Qinghe not only drew troops from the four cities of Huangshi, but also from other cities and kingdoms in the Tiandou Empire, a total of 300,000 troops were drawn into the territory of the Barak Kingdom.

These soldiers, plus the troops of the Barak Kingdom, will not have a problem defending the Barak Kingdom.

According to Han Yu’s idea, the Xingluo Empire will definitely continue to advance northward, and the Barak Kingdom will be on their side at that time. Once they take action, they can quickly cut off the enemy’s logistics supply line and catch the turtle in the jar.

Hearing this, Ge Long completely dispelled his doubts. Moreover, the strategy formulated by Han Yu was a pity. The soldiers of the Xingluo Empire have won all the way, and naturally they are arrogant. In this state, once they encounter Waterloo, their morale will quickly collapse.

“National Master, what should we do now?” Ge Long asked.

Han Yu smiled and said, “Marshal Ge Long, recruit and train soldiers in the empire first. The original soldiers should gather to the rear as soon as possible and assemble 500,000 troops near Jialing Pass.”

The 200,000 troops of the Xingluo Empire are only the advance troops, and they will have more soldiers to make up for it later.

In the state of war, the speed of recruiting soldiers will be very fast. It is not impossible to fight a battle of one million people at Jialing Pass.

However, as a god, Han Yu does not intend to go down in person.

A million troops can be destroyed in a snap of his fingers, but he does not need to rely on killing to improve his strength. Moreover, many soldiers of the Xingluo Empire are also bewitched by Dai Mubai. Let them live, and they can rebuild this continent better in the future. (End of this chapter)