ebookland Chapter 453 The troops are approaching the city
Chapter 453 The troops are approaching the city
On the Liang army side, General Nurgu and Huyan Lie were in the tent, discussing the current war with serious expressions.
General Nurgu said in a loud voice with a gleaming look in his eyes: "Prince, in my opinion, the current situation in the world is extremely favorable to us. The enemy must have been attacked by the plague, and their combat effectiveness must have been greatly reduced. Now is the perfect time for our army to launch an attack. As long as we strike decisively, we will be able to capture this strategic location of Mocheng in one fell swoop!"
However, Hu Yanlie frowned, his worry evident in his expression. He slowly asked, "That being said, if our army attacks rashly, will the soldiers also be infected? This matter must be carefully considered."
Hearing Hu Yanlie's concerns, General Nurgu quickly responded: "Please be at ease, Prince. Although the military doctor named Sahabel has not yet developed a good medicine that can completely cure this plague, there are always some medicines to prevent infection. As long as we take preventive measures in advance, distribute enough preventive medicines to every soldier, and use them strictly according to the doctor's orders, I believe that we can greatly reduce their risk of infection."
After hearing this, Hu Yanlie nodded slightly, but his expression remained serious.
After thinking for a moment, he ordered in a deep voice: "In this case, you should quickly send someone to invite Sahabel here. This prince wants to ask him in person about the specific details of these preventive drugs and their efficacy."
Not long after, Sahabel hurried into the tent.
He looked a little nervous, but his steps were firm.
At this time, Huyan Lie was sitting on the main seat in the tent, staring sharply at Sahabel who had just entered.
After he stood still, Hu Yanlie asked directly, "Sahabel, let me ask you, can the preventive medicine you developed really effectively prevent our soldiers from being infected by infectious diseases?"
Sahabel took a deep breath, straightened his chest, and answered confidently: "My lord, I am very confident about this medicine! This preventive medicine has been completed after countless repeated tests and improvements. I believe it will be able to play its due role, so please rest assured, lord!"
Hearing Sahabel's confident words, Huyan Lie breathed a sigh of relief.
But there was still a trace of doubt on his face. He nodded slightly and said in a deep voice: "Okay, since you are so confident, then this prince will trust you for now. But let me be frank. If there is any mistake after taking the medicine this time or it fails to achieve the expected effect, don't blame this prince for severely punishing you!"
When Sahabel heard this, his heart suddenly tightened and a thin layer of sweat appeared on his forehead.
But he still tried to remain calm, clasped his fists and bowed, saying respectfully: "Please rest assured, Prince, I will not let you down!" He thought to himself: What a sin!
At this moment, Nurgu, who had been standing aside in silence, suddenly spoke up: "Prince, now is a rare opportunity, we must not miss it! In my opinion, the best strategy is to send troops immediately."
After hearing this, Hu Yanlie did not respond immediately, but fell into a brief contemplation.
After a long while, he finally raised his head, looked at everyone with sharp eyes, and gave a decisive order: "It is decided then! Tomorrow morning, the entire army will be assembled and will immediately march to Mocheng!" He thought to himself: If I can capture Mocheng this time, it will be a sure thing for me to take the throne.
The next morning, the sun shone through the clouds onto the earth, but at this moment the city of Mo was shrouded in a tense and depressing atmosphere.
On the distant horizon, a dense mass of black shadows gradually approached. It was the Liang army that was approaching with great momentum.
At this moment, a dusty spy rushed over, knelt on one knee and reported: "General, the enemy is only 10 kilometers away from our army, and is launching a large-scale attack with overwhelming force!"
Upon hearing the news, Mu Yanyu couldn't help but open his eyes wide and cursed with gritted teeth: "This Nurgu is such a despicable and shameless person! How dare he attack our army so arrogantly!" His angry expression seemed as if he could eat the enemy alive immediately.
Jun Moyuan, who was standing nearby, had a serious expression on his face and asked calmly, "How many troops did the enemy send out this time?"
The soldier did not dare to neglect and quickly replied: "Your Highness, according to the echo from our spies, the number of enemy troops is about 500,000."
As soon as these words were spoken, everyone present took a deep breath.
Lu Tianhao frowned and said worriedly: "Your Highness, from what I have seen, the enemy is coming with great force this time, and it is obvious that they are trying to take over Mo City in one fell swoop!"
Lu Tingyan, who had been silent the whole time, also spoke up and said, "The enemy sent out so many troops at once. I think the plague disaster that our army encountered was most likely caused by them secretly doing something wrong."
Mu Yanyu snorted coldly and said indignantly: "Humph, the Liang army has always been unscrupulous!"
General Zhao stepped forward, bowed and said to Jun Moyuan: "Your Highness, the situation is extremely critical. In just two or three days, about 20,000 of our soldiers have unfortunately been infected with the plague. Now there are only more than 50,000 soldiers who can fight in the battlefield. Even if we count the 300,000 troops that His Royal Highness the Crown Prince brought from the capital, we are still far behind the enemy."
Jun Moyuan pondered for a moment and said, "Although the enemy is numerous, our morale must not be lost. Pass on my order to strengthen the city defense, prepare rolling stones, logs, bows and arrows, and kerosene, and make sure to hold on to Mocheng."
Everyone responded in unison: "Yes!"
Soon, the Liang army surged to the foot of Mocheng like a tide. Looking around, the huge crowd seemed to have no end in sight.
On the city wall, Jun Moyuan stood with his hands behind his back, his brows furrowed, staring solemnly at the dark enemy camp below.
At the same time, General Nurgu rode out on horseback in front of the Liang army.
Holding a long knife in his hand, he shouted towards the city wall in a voice as loud as a bell: "Listen carefully, Chu army. If you know what's good for you, open the city gates and surrender quickly, otherwise when my army breaks through the city, you will end up dead!" His voice resounded through the sky, as if it could shatter people's eardrums.
However, facing Nurgu's threat, Jun Moyuan showed no fear. He held his head high and responded loudly: "Don't even think about it! I would rather die than bow to you bandits. If you have the guts, just let your horses attack the city!"
Hu Yanlie frowned, staring at the strange man in the enemy camp ahead, and asked in a deep voice: "Nurgu, is that their new marshal?"
Nurgu narrowed his eyes, observed carefully, and then replied: "My lord, I have never seen this man before. However, judging from his appearance, he must be a general recently sent by the Chu army court."
Hu Yanlie heard this, a hint of ruthlessness flashed in his eyes, and he gritted his teeth and said: "Humph! No matter who he is, we must take him down!"
Nurgu immediately clasped his fists and said, "Don't worry, my prince. I will do my best to fulfill my mission and capture this thief alive and present him to you!"