I am a soldier in the border army

Chapter 349: The Corridor! The Gentleman Changes! Kill the Barbarians!
Traditionally, cities have been built near mountains and rivers.

However, Langju and Guanjun City, formerly known as Dingbei, violated this convention.

They were two nails wedged into the grassland, extending Yongtu to the grassland for hundreds of miles.

If we take into account the range of its radiation control, the impact will be even more far-reaching.

However, this also resulted in the two cities being surrounded by flat land, with almost no ability to provide shielding or block the enemy.

In the early days when Dayong was powerful and a hundred or so cavalrymen could be called "angels" and roamed the grasslands, all of this was naturally not a problem.

But when some things grow stronger while others decline, this drawback becomes completely apparent.

When hundreds of thousands of barbarian cavalry crossed the vast grassland and approached the city, these two cities were isolated cities standing alone on the grassland.

If you are not careful, you will be submerged and swallowed up.

Therefore, the tragedy last year was not actually the fault of the county magistrates of Langju and Dingbei.

With their abilities and the strength they had at the time, they simply couldn't hold on.

On the top of Langju City, Gongsun Du, wearing silver armor and a white robe, looked down at the barbarian soldiers who were attacking the city like crazy, abandoning their war horses.

The situation and scene are just like the battle of Dingbei City.

The only difference is that the strength of these barbarians has skyrocketed in just one year.

This also led to the fact that when the war broke out, the soldiers of the heavy armored battalion defending the city were unable to adapt immediately and were caught off guard.

There were considerable casualties.

Faced with such a result, Gongsun Du was heartbroken, but he was not surprised or panicked.

After all, it was not only his good son-in-law's Six Gates but also Li Wenjing's Xiezhi Guards who had been keeping a close eye on the developments on the grassland over the past year.

And at least in terms of information about the grassland, the two of them have basically achieved complete intelligence sharing.

Even many major actions were completed jointly by both parties.

Therefore, Gongsun Du was also well aware of the changes that had taken place on the grassland over the past year.

Guanjun City has all the necessary preparations and response measures, and Langju City will not have any less, and may even have more.

After all, no matter how that kid maneuvers, how can he compare to Li Wenjing's painstaking efforts behind the scenes over the years?

Zhenliao City is not just a city.

It gathers most of Youzhou's wealth and resources.

Compared with it, even Youzhou City, the nominal capital of Youzhou, is just a superficial splendor.

As the lord of Zhen Liao and the actual controller of most of Youzhou, how could he be afraid of the mere Wuhuan barbarians after having made sufficient preparations this time?
So even though the situation was unfavorable at the beginning of the battle, Gongsun Du did not even make any unnecessary moves.

Instead, the soldiers on the city wall slowly stabilized their position after withstanding the barbarians' initial powerful attack, and turned the situation around bit by bit.

Now, over the past few days, the entire battle has been centered around these four city walls, with the battle going back and forth and consuming each other.

It seems particularly orderly.

The price paid was the lives of soldiers that both sides continued to invest in it.

Gongsun Du looked at the tragic scene in front of him with indifference, without any ripples in his eyes.

Compassion does not command troops.

The more experienced a general is in battle, the more indifferent he is to human life.

To the enemy, and also to the soldiers under his command.

It's like gambling. The more a gambler cares about the chips in his hand, the more he tends to lose in the end.

Because too complicated emotions will affect their judgment and their decision to take drastic measures at critical moments.

Gongsun Du, who had been a powerful figure in Liaodong for many years, was naturally a qualified gambler.

Just like the bloody battle last year, after sensing that the situation was not good, if he had not thrown down 30,000 heavy armored soldiers without hesitation, allowing them to block the Wuhuan army.

The entire Zhen Liao army is probably wiped out on the grassland, and there will be no chance for anyone to become famous under the city of Dingbei.

Compared with the tragic battle of the gecko's tail being broken last year, this battle, which seems fierce but is actually a slow-burning one, is nothing.

But for Gongsun Du, as a direct descendant of the Liaodong Gongsun clan, characterized by iron cavalry, he has always liked to roar and attack continuously on the battlefield.

Now this kind of defensive and defensive style of play really makes him a little irritable and impatient.

But there was nothing he could do, since all this was a plan he had discussed with his good son-in-law.
Put stability first, accumulate strength, and then make a breakthrough.

One battle decides everything!

Gongsun Du's thoughts suddenly changed. He suppressed the fighting spirit that was growing in his chest and let out a breath.

He stretched out his hand, pinched the wolf talisman that someone had given to him as a gift to his father-in-law, and took it out of his arms.

Speaking of which, this wolf talisman doesn't seem to be as important as the tiger talisman that the boy gave to Li Jing, which can be used to mobilize troops.

But in fact, it is also different from the ordinary wolf talisman that the boy gave to other generals under his command.

Because it is not a pure wolf shape, but a wolf head and a dragon head.

It's Jiaozi!
Gongsun Du looked down at the Yazi talisman in his hand that seemed to be roaring towards the sky, and played with it for a while without wanting to let it go.

After all, this little thing is indeed very delicately made and has quite a bit of charm.

There is even a line of small words engraved on it: "Gift to the mountains, Shao".

Mountains are fathers.

Rivers are mothers.

Gongsun Du carefully stroked the word "mountain" and the corners of his mouth curled up.

"This brat is really good at coaxing people..."

He laughed and cursed softly, but then he couldn't help but sigh.

After all, if it weren't for this seemingly insignificant little thing in his hand, even if he could win the battle in the end, it would be a miserable victory.

Not to mention the great fortune that the soldiers can gain during this battle.

Just as he was feeling emotional, several generals of the Zhen Liao Army came over quickly.

Compared to before the war, their cultivation aura had increased dramatically at this moment.

Of course... there are inevitably a few familiar old faces among them.

Last night, the barbarian dogs raided South City and mobilized thirteen sixth-level golden bodies and Dharma images at once.

Although Langju City responded promptly, it was inevitable that it would suffer some damage as the other party was well prepared.

Among them, three veteran generals who had followed Gongsun Du for many years died because of this.

However, its results were also remarkable.

Of the thirteen sixth-level powerful beings who attacked, less than half were able to return, and all of them were injured.

"General!"

Gongsun Du put away the Jiaozi talisman and nodded slightly.

"No gift."

As he spoke, he looked up at the group of Liao-guarding generals in front of him, and then said.

"How is the wounded?"

Upon hearing this, several Sixth Realm Zhen Liao generals smiled.

"Thanks to the Champion Hou for his kindness, with that precious medicine, my minor injuries have been healed overnight."

Before this battle, he only kept ten of the red and blue pills given by the 'system', and distributed the rest.

Each of these high-end Zhen Liao army members who had reached the sixth realm of cultivation was given one.

This is also the fundamental reason why they were able to turn the tide last night.

It was a pity that the three comrades who had walked all the way with him had bad luck. They died at the hands of the wild dogs before they could use the precious medicine.

It was a very frustrating death!

Thinking of this, the smiles on the lips of several generals who were guarding Liao gradually faded.

The changes in the expressions on the faces of the few people naturally could not be hidden from Gongsun Du's eyes.

"That boy once said that a clay pot will break if it is not removed from the well, and a general will inevitably die in battle."

"It is also said that loyal bones are buried everywhere in the green mountains, so why should we return home wrapped in horsehide?"

Gongsun Du said this and sighed softly.

"So, don't feel sad for them."

"This is both the fate and honor of warriors like me in the army."

If someone else said this, it would sound like they were talking without any concern.

But the person who spoke was Gongsun Du, their general, so everyone was convinced.

Upon hearing this, several generals guarding Liao responded solemnly.

"Yes! We, the humble generals, respectfully accept the great general's instruction!"

Gongsun Du heard this, thought about it, and emphasized.

"It's not me, it's that kid's teaching."

Hearing this, several generals who guarded Liao looked strange.

I don't know when it started, but the general would almost always refer to them as "that kid" whenever he was in front of them.

This shows how much he dotes on and values ​​'that kid'.

But in the past they could still follow the general and call him "that kid" behind his back, but now they dare not do that.

Not to mention that every one of them has received the favor of that man.

Just considering that person's current cultivation level and his title as the greatest immortal in sixty years, it is not something they can afford to be so presumptuous about.

So a few people hurriedly laughed.

"Right, right, right. Champion Marquis speaks eloquently and his words are full of truth!"

"You are much stronger than me and other roughnecks! You should remember the teachings of the Champion Marquis!"

"Yeah yeah!"

"As the saying goes, a wise man is a teacher. I have grown old but not gained much knowledge. I will definitely learn a lot from the Champion Marquis in the future."

Several people flattered someone from a distance in front of Gongsun Du.

There was no intention of avoiding getting closer to someone in his words.

Gongsun Du, who should have been fearful, showed no dissatisfaction on his face.

Instead, he twirled his beard with his hand, with a look of pride and pleasure on his face.

It seems to make him feel happier than flattering him.

Upon seeing this, several people looked at each other quietly and finally became completely convinced.

The general's previous hints to them were not spur-of-the-moment.

Instead, he made up his mind to hand over the family business to the young prince in the future.

The few people's thoughts suddenly changed, but they didn't know that Gongsun Du was also watching their expression changes.

Seeing that several people looked thoughtful, I couldn't help laughing in my heart.

At this time, Gongsun Du suddenly noticed that when the few people came, there was a young general with a fair and handsome face standing not far away.

Perhaps because he suddenly thought of someone, Gongsun Du became interested. "Who is that talented young man?"

Having said that, he waved his hand without waiting for anyone to speak.

"Come closer."

The young general seemed to be prepared. When he heard Gongsun Du's call, he strode forward.

"I greet the general!"

The tone is sonorous and powerful, neither humble nor arrogant.

Gongsun Du's eyes brightened slightly.

But then he felt that the young man in front of him looked familiar, as if he had seen him somewhere.

"Whose family are you from?"

Gongsun Du asked this question with some hesitation.

Before the young junior could speak, one of the sixth-level veterans standing nearby hurriedly spoke.

"General, this is mine."

Gongsun Du glanced at the old general and said hesitantly.

"Old Xiao, is this yours?"

The veteran whom Gongsun Du called Lao Xiao nodded.

"This is my Wulang, whose given name is Yu."

As he said this, he smiled awkwardly.

"The General has seen this before."

Upon hearing this, Gongsun Du looked at Xiao Yu, the fifth son of the Xiao family, with some confusion.

After a moment, he finally connected the young man in front of him with a completely different figure in his mind.

"Isn't this the wave from your family..."

Gongsun Du almost blurted out the word "prodigal son".

No wonder, with his spiritual memory, he couldn't react immediately.

Because the gap is too big.

The fifth son of the Xiao family, who used to wear makeup and was famous for his unrestrained and dissolute life, lived in Liaocheng.

Now he has a handsome face, a tall figure and a heroic air.

It is no exaggeration to say that it is a complete transformation.

Seeing that Gongsun Du took into account the face of an old man like him and swallowed the remaining two words, Old Xiao's face turned red and he hurriedly said.

"Changed! This kid changed!"

He explained with a wry smile.

"I don't know what's wrong with this kid. He quietly joined the army and served as a night guard..."

"It's been a few months. I had a narrow escape from death on the battlefield a while ago. I seem to have changed all of a sudden."

"If he wasn't from my Xiao family, with a spirit and soul that were naturally different from those of ordinary people, I would have almost thought that this kid's soul had been replaced."

The idea of ​​possessing another's body and exchanging souls has existed since ancient times.

Therefore, whenever someone's temperament changes drastically in a short period of time, he or she will inevitably be suspected.

Upon hearing this, Gongsun Du looked at the boy strangely.

The reason why he had some impression of this boy was mainly because he kept telling everyone he wanted to marry Mulan.

Later, when the news came out that Gongsun Xinyi was taken, it was said that this boy made a big fuss at home.

It is really amazing that such a misbehaving playboy could change so much in a short time.

Facing Gongsun Du's inquiring gaze, Xiao Wu sighed inwardly, then clasped his fists and bowed again.

"In the past, Wu Lang was ignorant and didn't know how to understand the world. He just lived in a muddle-headed way and made a lot of jokes."

"Now that I have come to my senses, I have completely changed my ways!"

Just based on this kind of behavior and attitude, it is not something that the reckless person of the past could display.

Gongsun Du nodded slightly.

"A prodigal who returns is worth more than gold. We should strive to do so in the future."

This sentence was also said by Han Shao.

Speaking of which, Gongsun Du didn't think there was anything wrong with Xiao Wu's sudden change from a gentleman to a leopard.

The main reason is that there is a ready-made example of Mr. Han.

Compared with this, Xiao Wulang's insignificant change in temperament is really not surprising.

Gongsun Du even sighed in his heart.

"It seems that a life-or-death experience on the battlefield can really change a person..."

At this moment, he finally understood that Old Xiao had deliberately brought this kid to him, wanting to take the opportunity to find a future for this kid.

So Gongsun Du did not refuse his face, and with the Jiaozi talisman in his arms, he directly tore a blood cloud from the void.

The next moment, Xiao Wu's aura suddenly surged.

However, the power that came suddenly was too huge and violent, and was also accompanied by great pain.

But this guy didn't say a word and just endured it.

It was at this moment that Gongsun Du finally confirmed that this former wealthy young man from a noble family had truly changed.

He nodded with a hint of relief and said to Old Xiao who was standing beside him with a reluctant look on his face.

"The Xiao family has produced a unicorn son."

Lao Xiao felt both heartbroken and excited.

For a moment, I didn't know how to respond and could only nod.

After everything calmed down, Xiao Wu knelt on one knee and said in a trembling voice.

"Wulang, thank you for your kindness, General!"

Gongsun Du waved his hand and warned.

“The legacy of our ancestors should not be exhausted.”

"It all depends on your own efforts in the future."

If it weren't for his last name Xiao, he wouldn't even be qualified to stand in front of Gongsun Du.

This is what is called the legacy of our ancestors.

But Lao Xiao could only come to him for help once or twice, and he couldn't open his mouth to ask for more.

Gongsun Du hopes Xiao Wu can understand this.

And Xiao Wu did not disappoint him. His eyes, which were bloodshot due to the pain of his cultivation level's sudden increase, looked determined.

"Don't worry, General. Goro can save it."

Several other generals who were guarding Liao looked at Old Xiao and the fifth son of the Xiao family with envy in their eyes.

I am not envious of the good fortune bestowed upon Xiao Wu by the general, but I envy Old Xiao.

Most of the children from wealthy families are rich and dissolute.

Now, Xiao Wu's huge transformation has even made them want to throw their own descendants onto the battlefield.

But Lao Xiao didn't care how his comrades envied him. He personally helped his grandson up, said goodbye to Gongsun Du, and left for the time being.

Gongsun Du didn't say anything about this.

Cultivators above the sixth realm have never been the main force on the battlefield.

It is more of a power similar to a heirloom.

Therefore, except for the main general who is responsible for guarding the four gates, it doesn’t matter much whether the remaining six realms are on the front line or not.

If there is an unexpected situation, it will only take a moment to get over there.

"My dear grandson, does it hurt?"

Hearing his grandfather's distressed tone, Xiao Wu curled the corners of his mouth.

Sure enough, there was a reason why I was so dissolute and ostentatious in the past.

Although Xiao Wu felt helpless, he could not blame his grandfather in the slightest.

"It doesn't hurt."

It really doesn't hurt.

No matter how painful it is, can it be as painful as that of Old Man Zheng who was trampled to death by a barbarian rider?

No matter how painful it is, can it be as painful as that idiot who blocked the knife for you?

No matter how painful it is, is it as painful as Ji Shen and Wu Chang?
Those beasts couldn't even leave them a complete corpse!
Thinking of the voices of "Wu Lang, don't look back" echoing behind him and in the vast grassland!
Xiao Wu's eyes became increasingly red as his blood and energy boiled.

If...if he had this ability back then, could he have turned back?
Can I bring them back?
Feeling the surging evil spirit and murderous intent from Xiao Wu, Old Xiao was stunned.

"Goro...what are you doing?"

Xiao Wu slowly broke free from his grandfather's support and took out a small package from his arms.

Wrapped inside was a mass of pastry crumbs that looked like nothing. Xiao Wu stingily picked out a little and put it in his grandfather's hand.

"Grandfather, try it."

"Some people say it tastes good, but my grandson thinks it's more than good."

"This is clearly the most delicious cake in the world."

He said, and emphasized.

"It's even better than the plum blossom cakes at Zhenbei Tower."

Old Xiao stared blankly at the unremarkable pastry crumbs in his hand, then watched Xiao Wu rewrap the package as if it were a treasure and then carefully hide it in his arms.

Lao Xiao, who was also a soldier in the army, suddenly understood something.

After laughing, he sighed.

"Goro, you've grown up."

"Grandfather is relieved."

As he said this, he waved his hand.

"Go."

Xiao Wu nodded, then knelt down on his knees and kowtowed heavily to Old Xiao.

"Take care, Grandfather. I'm going to kill the barbarians."

After standing up, Xiao Wu turned around suddenly and drew his sword.

This time...

Wulang, don’t look back.

……

(End of this chapter)