From a small soldier in the frontier army, an immortal god of war was born

Chapter 170: The Eight Soldiers of the King of Yue, Really Strong! (Please subscribe~)

Taoism and Yin-Yang School have always been at odds with each other and have a hostile relationship. However, even so, they rarely participated in wars between vassal states, and have never been divided into two camps to fight against each other.

However, this time the Qin State was facing siege from four countries, and top combat power was scarce. In order to cope with it, Han Fei could only negotiate more with the Taoists, and even told them about the conspiracy of the Yin-Yang School.

As a result, many Taoist elders realized the danger of the Yin-Yang School, so they agreed to help Qin fight the enemy. After all, once the Yin-Yang School succeeded, the first to be destroyed would definitely be his Taoism.

The roots of the hibiscus tree are what they have dreamed of for thousands of years!
Of course, Wu Fengdeng had some connections with this, which was why Yi Su was able to be invited.

Ying Zheng then said seriously: "In this battle, they have a million-strong army. Whether in terms of manpower or the number of strong men, our Great Qin is at a disadvantage."

"But it's not impossible to win. As long as we hold on to each pass and take advantage of the terrain, there is still hope of winning."

"So in the early stages of this battle, we must keep a low profile and take defense as the premise. As for whether there will be a chance to counterattack later, it depends on the situation at that time."

Wu Fengdeng nodded in agreement, saying that this was quite consistent with the art of war.

Use stillness to overcome movement, and strike back to gain the upper hand.

First resist their momentum, accumulate strength, and wait for an opportunity to counterattack.

"Then where should I guard?" Wu Fengdeng asked.

Ying Zheng pointed to Yingchuan County on the map and said, "Brother Wu, you have fought against Wei several times and should know something about them. In this battle, you will guard Yingchuan County in the middle."

"This place is being attacked jointly by Wei and Qi, so your most elite Fire Armor Army is stationed here, with Wang Jian in charge, plus an additional 200,000 troops."

"it is good."

Wu Fengdeng nodded in agreement.

He had the deepest understanding of the Wei army, having dealt with them since the very beginning of defending the country.

After discussing the tactics in detail, when he was about to leave, Ying Zheng suddenly remembered something and said quickly, "By the way, Brother Wu, your bow is not suitable now, right?"

"Well, it's a little light indeed."

Now Wu Fengdeng has advanced to the late stage of Tuodan. The ninth-grade gilded bow he used in the Tongjing period seems too light and cannot bring out the maximum power of his archery martial arts.

Ying Zheng clapped his hands and said with a smile: "I've thought about it for you a long time ago. Since you are using the Eight Soldiers of the King of Yue to cover the sun, I will give you another one. You are really brave!"

As soon as he finished speaking, several eunuchs came over carrying a longbow.

It is iron blue in color and jade-like in texture. It does not have too many complicated decorations, but only a few simple lines. It looks natural and ingenious.

So tough!

Wu Fengdeng's eyes lit up and he immediately stretched out his arm to take it. Suddenly, he felt it was extremely heavy and he weighed it up and down before he got used to its heaviness.

"This was captured by Bai Qi, the Lord of Wu'an, from the army of Yue State during the chaos in Shenzhou many years ago. It has been kept in the Qin arsenal ever since. It is the only longbow among the eight weapons of the King of Yue."

"I've wanted you to use it for a long time. Now that you've finally advanced to the late stage, you can definitely use it to cause damage to the Qi Conservation Realm."

Wu Fengdeng pulled the bowstring. It was so strong that he had to use all his strength to pull it. Although there was no arrow, he could still feel its strong and brutal force.

"What a great weapon!"

True strength can cut metal like pruning the tip of a tree.

Using it to cast Sunset Arrow and Dark Blood Arrow, the power will definitely be enhanced!

"Brother Wu."

Ying Zheng stood in front of him with his hands behind his back, and said in a low voice: "Nowadays, most of the people in the country who are in the Cangqi realm have multiple duties. Even so, it is still difficult to deal with the four countries, so you can't have a Cangqi realm commander on your side."

"When it comes to defending the city, you will be needed to meet the enemy's Cang Qi Realm. Using Tuo Dan Realm to resist Cang Qi Realm, it will be difficult for you."

Under the current circumstances, the Zangqi Realm in Qin State either unite to deal with the Zhenwu Realm, or guard different areas, fighting one against many, and there is a real shortage of manpower.

Therefore, we had to use Wu Fengdeng as the main future commander.

After all, with his combat power, he is the best person below the Qi Containment Realm, and he has to stand up at this critical moment.

Wu Fengdeng did not say anything ambitious, but said calmly: "That's easy. As long as I can ensure that my subordinates have sufficient food, fodder and medicine resources, everything can be solved."

"That's easy to say. The reason why our Great Qin can dominate the West is because of its great national strength. The stored food and grass are enough to support the army for a year."

The root of Qin's strength comes from Shang Yang's reforms. Since then, the country's strength has been growing, which enabled it to raise an army of fierce and fierce soldiers, as well as many powerful warriors with hidden energy.

Therefore, in the end, what matters in a war is comprehensive national strength. In this respect, no other country in China can compare with Qin.

After bidding farewell to Ying Zheng and the other man, Wu Fengdeng went straight back to the camp.

For the next five days, he lived and ate in the military camp. On the one hand, he was instructing the soldiers in training and handling military affairs, and on the other hand, he practiced the Red Lotus technique and archery to accumulate archery points.

Now all he has left is the [Eagle Eyes] skill that has not been fully developed. Once it is fully developed, he will surely be able to condense something as powerful as the domineering spear intent like the spearmen.

He was looking forward to it.

On the fourteenth day of the twelfth lunar month, it snowed heavily.

It was another year of cold winter and snow. Wu Fengdeng sat in the tent looking at the snowflakes blowing in from the door, and his thoughts suddenly returned to Guyang County in Wei State.

At this time last year, I was still struggling to join a small personal guard battalion, and Jiang Qiyu was still working for a wealthy landlord.

Just like a year had passed, he was now a general, able to sit in the tiger-skin chair and issue orders.

Below are Li Qun and others.

Among the three generals who had first followed him in the Fire Armor Army, he had made the fastest progress and had successfully advanced to the early stage of the Tuodan Realm, ranking as deputy general.

In addition, Ying Zheng also transferred five deputy generals to his command, and the original ten battalions of soldiers were increased to twenty battalions, totaling 35,000 troops.

These were all the troops he had to defend the city. In addition, there were 8,000 prisoners of war brought from the prisoner-of-war camp to move stones and build walls.

After briefly explaining the departure, Wu Fengdeng slowly stood up and said in a deep voice: "Everyone, return to the camp now and organize the departure. The destination is Xuanyuan Pass in Yingchuan County."

"Here!"

All the generals and captains bowed in response.

It was snowing heavily outside, and everyone in the military camp was busy preparing for war. The lively atmosphere reduced the coldness by half.

Today is the day when the central army will set out for garrison. Wang Jian has personally led the main force to Xinzheng, Yingchuan County, and Wu Fengdeng and other garrison troops will arrive one after another.

"Brother Fengdeng!"

At this time, Jiang Qiyu came on horseback. She, who always dressed simply, changed into a set of green armor, and hundreds of Taoist disciples followed behind her.

"Master asked me to go with you. These are my fellow apprentices."

She looked very expectant and introduced everyone to him enthusiastically.

Wu Fengdeng nodded and smiled, saying, "Thank you all for your help. Weapons and other equipment are ready for you."

"Li Qun." "I am here!"

"Take these Taoist brothers to change their armor and get their horses."

"Here!"

After everyone left, Wu Fengdeng lowered his head and smiled, "Master Yisu, are you confident that you will go through life and death with me?"

Jiang Qiyu waved the sword in his hand: "Don't worry, if there is any danger, this sword will protect me."

"...I will protect you!"

Hearing this, Wu Fengdeng felt relieved to see his serious look, so he smiled warmly and said, "Let's go."

Half an hour later, on the outskirts of Xianyang, 35,000 soldiers were lined up in the snow, their formations neat and orderly, a massive mass that looked quite impressive.

Wu Fengdeng walked up to the stone platform, stood with his hands behind his back facing the soldiers, and said loudly: "Brothers, we just finished the war against Zhao, and we were attacked by the four countries of Wei, Chu, Yan, and Qi. Among them, there are treacherous people from the Yin-Yang School who are instigating us, trying to destroy the Qin Dynasty in one fell swoop! What should we do?"

"Kill, kill, kill!"

"Kill, kill, kill!"

More than 30,000 soldiers raised swords, spears and halberds and shouted in unison, the sound rolling like waves.

After a few breaths, the voice gradually died down, and Wu Fengdeng continued loudly: "I used to command more than 5,000 soldiers, the elite of the Fire Armor Army. Most of the other brothers have never fought with me."

"But it doesn't matter. Now that you are under my command, you should be treated equally. I will teach you how to fight and kill the enemy, and I will train you one by one to become a group of tigers and wolves!"

"As for salary and rewards, I have always been clear about rewards and punishments. If you do a good job, you will be rewarded generously. You brothers can ask about this."

"In a word, if you do a good job, you will be rewarded handsomely, if you do not do a good job, you will be punished severely. We should enforce the law and discipline like a mountain overlooking an abyss!"

"Everyone, please listen!"

"Here!"

The momentum was getting higher and louder. Everyone's face, especially the newly transferred soldiers, had visible expectations. Even the five deputy generals had shining eyes.

After the wars against Han and Zhao, the reputation of the brave Earl Wu Fengdeng was completely established. And the rewards Wu Fengdeng's subordinates received for these two military achievements were also the envy of others.

At this point, everyone knows that following Wu Fengdeng will definitely lead to repeated success!
So even though they had just arrived, they were full of enthusiasm, and with just a few words from Wu Fengdeng, their morale was boosted.

"Leave!"

The army marched forward in an orderly manner, like a long dragon spreading across the silver-clad ground, and the official road leading to Yingchuan County was filled with clanging and rumbling sounds.

After two days of leisurely marching, they finally arrived at Xuanyuan Pass in Yingchuan County.

Looking from afar, it was a medium-sized city located between the mountains. On the east and west sides were peaks and hills stretching for thousands of miles, and the terrain was rugged and difficult to navigate.

Therefore, the flat road within a five-mile radius of Xuanyuan Pass is the only passage from the north to the south, and its strategic position is self-evident.

When the Qin army attacked Han, the stalemate lasted for more than half a month before they took it down with an absolute advantage in military strength and numbers of strong men.

"The scout camp will be spread out to the north, east and west, and closely monitor the border. Report any signs of trouble immediately." Wu Fengdeng waved his hand, and the three hundred soldiers of the scout camp rode away on horseback.

"Enter the city."

The prince approached slowly. The Xuanyuan Guanyun Bridge was already built across the moat. The county magistrate and other officials gathered at the city gate. Each of them was already covered with snow, and it was obvious that they had been waiting for a long time.

"Your humble servant Han Shuli respectfully welcomes General Wu to our county!"

A tall and thin man with a long beard bowed and saluted. Although it was cold, he couldn't help sweating. He raised his slender eyes quietly. The red-armored general in front of him had a sharp and terrifying aura, and his hands were shaking.

As the county magistrate of Xuanyuan Pass for more than 20 years, he had been guarding this land when Han State was still in power. Later, when the country changed hands, he, as a small county magistrate, naturally had nothing to do and continued to serve as the county magistrate of a small town.

But since he received the royal order from Xianyang some time ago, saying that Yingchuan County had been attacked jointly by Wei and Qi, his heart, which had calmed down not long ago, was stirred up again.

Once the war breaks out, no matter whether it is the enemy or the Qin army, these ferocious people will inevitably cause chaos in the city, so no matter whether they win or lose, he, as the county magistrate, will be very busy.

"Han County Magistrate, you are welcome. Please enter the city."

Wu Fengdeng nodded slightly without wasting time talking to them. After entering the city, he immediately summoned deputy generals and captains at the county government office to deploy defenses according to the map of Xuanyuan Pass city.

"There are mountains on the east and west of this place, so the enemy's main attack direction can only be the north gate. Li Qun, I will give you 10,000 men, in..."

"Generals Wu Longfeng and Chen Jisheng will lead 7,000 troops each to garrison the east and west wings."

"General Zhang Qing is in charge of the South Gate, and he has the least pressure, so he leads 5,000 soldiers."

"The remaining two generals, Wang Zhong and Wei Zijian, are ordered to guard the two granaries in the city. Although you will not directly participate in the battle, they are the foundation of our army's defense of the city. They are extremely important. If anyone makes a mistake, I will punish them severely."

"Yes!" All the deputy generals accepted the order.

Wu Fengdeng then looked at Han Shuli and said, "Han County Magistrate, please move all the bricks, stones and wood in the city to the tower."

"Also mobilize all the doctors, craftsmen, and tailors in the county to join our army's logistics, make medicine, repair the city walls, forge equipment, and cut winter clothes. They will all be paid according to the military's logistics treatment."

"Yes Yes!"

Han Shuli responded hurriedly, then secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

Fortunately, the general did not force the people to perform labor service!

During the previous wars, the garrison at Xuanyuan Pass would forcibly conscript able-bodied civilians, and basically no one who went there ever came back.

Han Shuli had just recovered some strength with great difficulty, and was very worried that something might go wrong again. Fortunately, General Wu seemed to be kind enough. Not only did he not force them to join the army, he also paid them salaries.

It’s hard to find such a garrison even with a lantern!

Seeing that there was no objection, Wu Fengdeng turned around and said to everyone, "Everyone, the Qin army has come out in full force in this battle, so it is unlikely that we will have reinforcements. We can only rely on ourselves."

"As long as you hold Xuanyuan Pass, I will definitely commend you for your achievements after the battle. With me, Wu Fengdeng, here, your military achievements will only increase!"

Talking about national justice now is too empty and pretentious. This kind of practical promise is more inspiring. The generals all looked resolute when they heard it.

"As ordered!"

The generals followed the order and went out. Wu Fengdeng turned around and held Jiang Qiyu's hand, saying in a deep voice: "Qiyu, let your Taoist disciples divide into four teams. Ju Mang is good at controlling and restoring the wood system. In this battle, he only needs to provide logistical assistance."

"All right!"

Jiang Qiyu smiled faintly and went out to gather the Taoist disciples.

After completing this deployment, Wu Fengdeng breathed a sigh of relief, looked back at the map, and his expression gradually became solemn.

After entering Xuanyuan Pass, the most important task for the soldiers besides reconnaissance was to repair the city walls. Wu Fengdeng followed the fortifications that Li Mu had done when he attacked Wei Yu, and tried to increase the strength of the city walls as much as possible.

Fortunately, this time they also brought many prisoners of war and slaves, as well as craftsmen from the city. With the efforts of all staff, the walls of Xuanyuan Pass became increasingly taller and stronger, and changed almost every day.

On the twenty-eighth day of the twelfth lunar month, Wu Fengdeng had just finished inspecting the north gate wall when he saw several scouts riding back on horseback. Before they entered the city, they shouted, "General Wu! The enemy has reached the border!"

(End of this chapter)