ebookland Chapter 176: Lure the enemy deep into the city
Chapter 176: Lure the enemy deep into the city
Li Jue, Guo Si, Zhang Ji, Duan Wei, and other generals led the fierce Western Liang cavalry, storming out of Hulao Pass like a raging whirlwind. The sound of horse hooves exploded like thunder, shattering the tranquility of the earth, and the dust they raised seemed like the fog of war. With unstoppable momentum, they charged straight towards the allied forces. The surging tide of troops was like a black torrent, leaving behind a clamor and bloodshed wherever they passed.
Meanwhile, Lü Bu, seeing the troops already dispatched from Hulao Pass, a look of determination flashed across his handsome, resolute face. He and Zhang Liao also sprang into action without hesitation, each leading their elite Bingzhou Wolf Riders and their subordinates. Like two razor-sharp knives, they swiftly attacked from both sides, charging into the coalition camp with lightning speed. Their speed was as swift as lightning, and the ferocious momentum of the Bingzhou Wolf Riders was terrifying.
Lü Bu turned around and loudly ordered Gao Shun to move closer to Hulao Pass. After all, they had already reconciled with the Xiliang army, and everyone was determined to win. All previous disagreements were temporarily forgotten, and no longer cared about the grudges they had held. At this moment, victory was their only common pursuit.
Like razor-sharp blades, the cavalry of both sides pierced the coalition's ranks, instantly unleashing a bloody hailstorm. Initially, the coalition feigned defeat, fighting and retreating, seemingly panicked and disoriented. Li Jue, Guo Si, and the others, seeing this, rejoiced, believing the coalition's strength was limited and victory was within reach. Their eyes gleamed with greed and fervor, as if they could already foresee the glory and exploits of victory. They laughed unbridled, their laughter echoing across the battlefield, filled with arrogance and arrogance. They brandished their weapons, urging their men to charge forward, hoping to completely crush the coalition forces in one fell swoop.
Meanwhile, within the coalition forces, Cao Cao's Xiahou Dun and Xiahou Yuan charged forward like tigers descending from the mountains, their troops closely following in high spirits. Yuan Shu's Ji Ling, Lei Bo, and Zhang Xun also led their troops forward courageously. Yuan Shao's Chunyu Qiong, Zhang He, and Gao Lan also led the charge. Not to be outdone, Tao Qian's Cao Bao also led his own troops to actively participate. These elite forces from the eighteen warlords surged forward like a tide, engaging in a fierce clash with the Western Liang army and the Bingzhou Wolf Cavalry. Each of these generals played a crucial role: Xiahou Dun's daring charge, Xiahou Yuan's calm command, Ji Ling's tenacious fighting spirit, and Zhang He's agile tactics, all laying a solid foundation for the coalition's counterattack.
Feigning defeat, the allied forces fought and retreated, seemingly disorganized, yet in reality, they were orchestrating a well-organized strategy, luring the enemy into a trap. With a signal, the allied forces' ambush suddenly emerged from all directions, encircling the forces of Li Jue, Guo Si, and their allies like a surging tide. The allied soldiers shouted and brandished their weapons, instantly quelling the enemy's arrogance. Li Jue, Guo Si, and their men stared in terror, desperately trying to break free, but the encirclement was now as solid as an iron barrel, making escape impossible.
Lü Bu, astride his Red Hare, his painted halberd gleaming golden in the sunlight. Behind him, the Bingzhou Wolf Riders were equally fierce, like a pack of ferocious, hungry wolves. Lü Bu understood the importance of today's battle and wanted to show the allied forces just how formidable he was. Zhang Liao followed closely beside Lü Bu, his eyes filled with determination and loyalty.
Unaware that he had fallen for a trap, Lü Bu, atop his Red Hare, charged into the allied forces like a flash of lightning. His painted halberd gleamed with a chilling cold light as he slashed left and right, each blow carrying immense force. Allied soldiers fell under his onslaught, their blood staining the ground like a stream of blood. Lu Bu, driven to slaughter, his eyes filled with arrogance and recklessness as he charged through the allied forces, unfettered and unstoppable. The clatter of his Red Hare's hooves echoed across the battlefield, and Lü Bu's figure was a ghost, unleashing chaos wherever he went. Oblivious to the allied trap, he unleashed his prowess and dominance, charging frantically left and right through the allied forces. Wherever his painted halberd pierced, a bloody storm erupted, as if threatening to turn the world upside down. The allied soldiers feigned defeat, resisting and retreating in an orderly manner, gradually drawing Lü Bu into the encirclement they had set.
Gongsun Zan had already led his White Horse Volunteers in ambush, awaiting the arrival of Lü Bu's Bingzhou army. He gazed anxiously behind him, the White Horse Volunteers standing tall and proud, their white robes rustling in the wind like a pristine white cloud. Liu Bei arranged his armor and weapons, his brow furrowed in thought. Guan Yu's eyes narrowed, his brows quivering slightly. His Azure Dragon Crescent Blade flashed with a cold gleam, as if eager to drink the enemy's blood. Zhang Fei's eyes widened, his Zhangba Snake Spear firmly gripped in his hand, his massive frame radiating endless strength and fighting spirit. Zhao Yun, clad in silver armor, exuded a heroic air, his silver spear wielded like a dragon, ready to charge the enemy at any moment.
As the Bingzhou Wolf Riders entered the ambush, Lü Bu suddenly felt a surge of alarm. But before he could react, Zhang Fei roared, "Lü Fengxian, give me your life!" Instantly, the ambushers sprang up in all directions, their cries of killing shaking the earth. The White Horse Volunteers charged out from all directions, like razor-sharp daggers piercing the heart of the Bingzhou Wolf Riders.
Lü Bu, startled, swiftly wielded his Fang Tian Hua Ji, fending off the incoming attacks from all directions. Meanwhile, Guan Yu, Zhang Fei, Liu Bei, and Zhao Yun charged at Lü Bu like four bolts of lightning. Guan Yu bore the brunt of the blow, his Green Dragon Crescent Blade slashing at Lü Bu with overwhelming force. Lü Bu hurriedly raised his halberd to meet the blow, only to hear a resounding clang, sending sparks flying. Zhang Fei followed, his Zhang Ba Snake Spear piercing Lü Bu like a venomous snake. Lü Bu dodged, his movements shimmering with surprise.
Zhao Yun was not to be outdone, and with a flick of his silver spear, he charged at Lü Bu like pear blossoms. Under the siege of four men, Lü Bu gradually began to feel the strain, and his moves began to become chaotic.
Just as Lü Bu began to feel the strain, Zhang Liao roared, brandishing his broadsword and charging at Zhao Yun, attempting to relieve Lü Bu's pressure. Seeing Zhang Liao approaching, Zhao Yun raised his lip slightly, raised his silver spear, and engaged Zhang Liao in battle. Though Zhang Liao was valiant, he was still far inferior to Zhao Yun. Zhao Yun's spearmanship was like a whirlwind, overwhelming Zhang Liao, and he quickly fell behind. But he continued to resist stubbornly, clinging to Zhao Yun and buying Lü Bu time.
Seeing this, Lü Bu's generals, Cao Xing, Wei Xu, Hao Meng, and others, also charged at Zhao Yun, brandishing their weapons. Suddenly, Zhao Yun faced attacks from all sides, but he remained undaunted, brandishing his spear and repelling his enemies one by one. However, their presence did relieve Zhang Liao's pressure, allowing him to catch his breath.
Elsewhere, the battle between Lü Bu, Liu Bei, Guan Yu, and Zhang Fei intensified. Guan Yu's swordsmanship was steady and powerful, each strike imbued with immense might. Zhang Fei, with his bravery and strength, continually posed challenges for Lü Bu. Liu Bei would occasionally launch sneak attacks from strategic positions with his double-edged sword. Though formidable, Lü Bu seemed overwhelmed by the combined might of these three brothers. Sweat gradually beaded his forehead, and his breathing became rapid.
Guan Yu seized the opportunity and slashed at Lü Bu with his sword. Lü Bu quickly blocked with his halberd, but the force of Guan Yu's blow was so great that it numbed Lü Bu's arm. Zhang Fei seized the opportunity and thrust his spear into Lü Bu's abdomen. Lü Bu narrowly dodged, but the spear tip still ripped his robe. Lü Bu groaned inwardly, knowing that victory would be difficult today.
However, Lü Bu, the world's foremost general, refused to accept defeat. With a roar of fury, he unleashed his full might, brandishing his Fang Tian Hua Ji with such ferocity that he forced Guan Yu and Zhang Fei back several steps. But Guan Yu and Zhang Fei remained undeterred, charging forward once more.
In this fierce battle, soldiers from both sides engaged in a desperate struggle. The White Horse Volunteers and the Bingzhou Wolf Cavalry clashed with each other, and the cries of killing, the clashing of weapons, and the neighing of horses intertwined to create a scene of incomparable brutality. Blood stained the ground red, and corpses piled up like mountains.
As time went on, Lü Bu's strength gradually wore thin. He knew that if he continued like this, he would surely be defeated. So, he feinted, turned his horse around, and prepared to break free. Liu Bei, Guan Yu, and Zhang Fei would not let him escape so easily, and they hurriedly pursued him. However, Lü Bu's Red Hare was extremely fast, and he quickly opened up the gap.
Zhao Yun found himself alone amidst a dense siege, surrounded by Zhang Liao, Wei Xu, Hao Meng, Cao Xing, and many other generals. However, Zhao Yun's expression remained stern, his eyes firm and composed, unfazed. He remained composed and composed under such pressure. His spear wielded like a dragon, his moves fierce and deflected the generals' attacks one by one.
At that moment, Liu Bei, Guan Yu, and Zhang Fei, having dispatched Lü Bu and prevented him from escaping, also rushed to join the battle. Their arrival seemed to inject a powerful force into Zhao Yun. The three of them were incredibly brave, working in perfect harmony, and together with Zhao Yun, they launched a fierce attack on Zhang Liao and the other generals.
Under this powerful onslaught, Zhang Liao and his generals quickly felt overwhelmed and unable to resist. They were already showing signs of defeat, and now their situation was even more strained. Furthermore, upon seeing that Lü Bu had successfully escaped, they knew the situation was hopeless. They abandoned the fight and hastily ordered a retreat, hastily rejoining Lü Bu's flight, raising a cloud of dust in their wake.