GBP Chapter 51 I # This is a trap!!!
Chapter 51 I # This is a trap!!!
"Quickly, send someone to inform Imperial Uncle Nanxing! Tell the refugees outside the city and the soldiers being trained to return to the city immediately!" A dark glint flashed in Pei Nanxing's eyes.
When he was young, he always pestered his maternal grandfather, wanting to go to the battlefield to fight the enemy. Now his chance has come!
He Qiang accepted the order and quickly turned to leave.
Pei Yunjing's gaze returned to the distance, his brow furrowed. He knew that Aruhan's army had come with overwhelming force and would not retreat easily. They had to be fully prepared.
At this moment, Pei Nanxing was in a temporary camp outside the city, directing the soldiers to intensify their training.
Upon receiving He Qiang's message, he immediately summoned all the generals within the Silver Armor Army and said with a solemn expression:
"The Sixth Prince has ordered us to retreat back into the city immediately."
The generals exchanged bewildered glances, and one of the lieutenants couldn't help but ask, "Your Highness, if we retreat back into the city now, wouldn't that give Aru Khan an opportunity to take advantage?"
Pei Nanxing said in a deep voice, "The Sixth Prince's decision must have its reasons. We only need to obey orders and defend the city."
He understood Yun Jing's approach; preserving strength was the priority!
Back in the city, Pei Yunjing had already summoned all the military officers to discuss countermeasures. As soon as Pei Nanxing and the silver-armored soldiers entered, they sensed the tense atmosphere.
"Uncle, you're back." Pei Yunjing stepped forward, his tone tinged with anxiety. "How's the defense?"
Pei Nanxing gave a brief report on the city's defenses, then asked, "Yun Jing, why do you want us to retreat back into the city?"
Pei Yunjing sighed and said, "Aruhan's attack this time is intended to be a quick victory."
If we stubbornly hold out outside the city, we'll only deplete our forces. It would be better to utilize the strong defenses of Zhongyuan City and engage him in a protracted struggle.
I've been reading military books every day since I was a child, and this time it finally came in handy!
According to the county annals, Zhongyuan City was a strategically important military location since ancient times due to its unique geographical location, being close to the border of Mongolia.
To defend against foreign invasion, the city walls were built using local granite, limestone, and slate, mixed with loess and sand.
These building materials are not only sturdy and durable, but also have good fire resistance, which can effectively protect the lives and property of urban residents.
Hearing this, Pei Nanxing nodded in agreement, then raised his eyebrows and asked:
"So, what should we do next?"
Unexpectedly, General Bai Zhong's grandson is just as outstanding!
Pei Yunjing pondered for a moment, then replied, "First, we must stabilize the people's morale so that the disaster victims and soldiers can return to the city with peace of mind."
Secondly, we need to strengthen the city's defenses to ensure that Zhongyuan City is impregnable. Finally, we can use the terrain to our advantage and launch a counterattack against Aruhan!
After saying that, he pointed to the map of Zhongyuan City on the table and continued:
"Zhongyuan City is located on a major transportation route and backed by high mountains, which is like a natural barrier that is indestructible."
Facing a vast, boundless plain, with a wide field of vision and a strategically important location, it is truly a place of vital importance to military strategists, possessing unique advantages for both offense and defense, easy to defend and difficult to attack.
He was confident of victory in this war!
After he finished speaking, he handed the plan he had just written to Pei Nanxing.
Pei Nanxing nodded as he looked at the words on the Xuan paper, a slight smile playing on his lips, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes. It seemed he had underestimated Yun Jing!
He chuckled softly and said leisurely, "Everyone shall obey the Sixth Prince's orders and cooperate fully!"
After he finished speaking, all the silver-armored soldiers clasped their fists in unison and said:
"This humble general obeys and awaits the Sixth Prince's orders!"
Their voices were deafening, echoing throughout the entire camp, as if foreshadowing an impending victory.
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An hour later...
Outside the vast Central Plains city, Aruhan, a slightly plump but robust man, rode a tall horse.
His body, though encased in leather armor, still appeared somewhat broad, but this did not diminish his heroic spirit in the slightest; rather, it added to his steadiness and strength.
Aruhan had a round face with slightly chubby cheeks, but his deep eyes still shone with a sharp light; his beard was neatly trimmed and slightly thick, covering his broad chin.
He wore a specially made leather armor, with a slightly bulging breastplate that made him appear even more robust.
The armor was engraved with exquisite patterns, and the grassland motifs embroidered with gold thread shimmered in the sunlight. Aruhan held a meticulously crafted spear in his hand, its tip gleaming coldly.
Behind him, the Mongolian army followed closely, the soldiers some fat, some thin, but all appearing strong and powerful.
They were dressed in uniform battle robes, wore iron helmets, and carried bows and arrows and scimitars. Their eyes were firm and their aura was overwhelming.
With the sound of the commander's hooves, the entire army lined up in battle formation outside the city of Zhongyuan.
At this moment, Aruhan raised his hand and gestured, "Stop..."
As soon as the words were spoken, the army, which had been marching, stopped in its tracks.
The surrounding scenery made Aruhan frown. What should have been a bustling suburb was now unusually quiet, and even the slightest breeze seemed out of place.
This unusual tranquility stirred a strange sense of tension within him.
His gaze swept around, and he saw the bare trees standing silently on both sides of the road, as if even they were holding their breath.
Aruhan frowned, his hand unconsciously tightening around the reins. Then, he took out a letter from his pocket and opened the envelope with a suspicious look in his eyes.
Hiss! News has spread from inside the city that Pei Yunjing is running out of food and is about to starve to death in the city!
But why are the city gates closed now, and there's not a sound?
Aruhan frowned, a sense of unease rising in his heart.
He turned around and looked at the soldiers following him with a wary gaze, as if silently asking them if they also sensed the strange atmosphere.
The soldiers looked at each other, their faces showing confusion and tension.
Aruhan felt something was wrong, but couldn't quite put his finger on it.
He knew he couldn't hesitate any longer; he had to figure out the situation.
So he raised his hand, pointed at a soldier in front of him, and whispered, "You... go ahead and scout ahead! See if there's anything unusual."
"Yes, Commander!" the soldier replied, clasping his hands in a fist and palm salute.
After saying that, he gripped the scimitar tightly in his hand, and carefully took a step towards the city gate.
He was extremely cautious with every step he took, afraid of any disturbance.
When they were not far from the city gate, they suddenly heard a crisp sound under their feet—"Crack..."
The soldier was startled. He looked down and realized that he seemed to have stepped on something hard.
Before he could react, he saw several flashes of cold light appear from a small hole inside the city wall.
With a few "whoosh" sounds...
Immediately afterwards, several arrows shot out from the small hole in the wall, heading straight for the soldier.
The soldier couldn't dodge in time and was instantly hit by the arrows, his body becoming like a hedgehog.
With a thud, he collapsed to the ground, unable to rise again. The soldiers behind him watched in horror, their hearts filled with fear.
Aruhan's expression turned serious; he realized this might be a trap.