mtl008 Chapter 314: Pharmacist Guo Advances into the Grassland
Chapter 314: Pharmacist Guo Advances into the Grassland
Pharmacist Guo was confused by this sudden action. He didn't know whether it was a blessing or a curse, and his face was gloomy and uncertain!
"General Qin, you will lead the army and follow behind. You will be responsible for all the food and supplies for the army," Zhao Hui continued to give orders, his tone firm. "General, I obey!" Qin Lian immediately stood up and took the order in a loud voice.
It all happened so suddenly and seemed unprepared.
Si Shitong seemed to remember something and quickly interrupted, "Then who is the commander this time?"
Upon hearing this, everyone looked at King Yan, their eyes filled with expectation and confusion.
"Uh..." Zhao Hui burped loudly, waved his hand and said, "Who else could it be? Only General Qin!"
"good!......"
Si Shitong cheered, his face brimming with excitement, having finally completed his role as the supporting actor. Although uttered under the influence of alcohol, the King of Yan's half-drunk words resonated clearly in every decision he made after sobering up, like the morning bell and evening drum.
After a short rest, the troops under Guo Yaoshi's command marched towards the north in a mighty force, like unsheathed swords, with their sharp edges exposed.
The strategy remains the same, the three armies advance together, like three dragons shuttling across the vast land, each occupying one side and supporting each other.
Qin Lian, this calm general, commanded an army of 200,000 and shouldered the heavy responsibility of logistical support. Food and supplies were in good order under his command and followed closely behind him. Every step he took was steady and powerful.
Thus, the group embarked on an unknown journey under the caress of the autumn wind. Every step seemed to foreshadow the changes in the future, but they also moved forward towards their set goals unswervingly.
"General, if we follow like this, won't we miss out on military achievements in vain?" Liu Xiang asked anxiously with a look of dissatisfaction on his face.
"Let them go. I don't believe that Pharmacist Guo's National Prestige Army can really win the battle." Faced with his subordinates' dissatisfaction, Qin Lian looked indifferent and said with a relaxed expression.
"But..." Liu Xiang frowned and wanted to say something else.
"There's no buts. We just need to watch and pay close attention to the advancing army." Qin Lian interrupted Liu Xiang without hesitation, gazing deeply at the team in front.
After three days of marching, when the team approached Dushi County, Guo Yaoshi's army began to move forward in different directions.
This is where Murong Mang’s troops are stationed.
Seeing that a siege was about to be formed, Pharmacist Guo remained silent.
"General, what exactly does the National Prestige Army mean?" Liu Xiang was once again filled with dissatisfaction and asked Qin Lian in great surprise.
"Warfare is the art of deception. Since the vanguard troops have been given to the Guo family army, let them do whatever they want. Our goal here is to force the Murong family to retreat a thousand miles."
Qin Lian seemed to have already understood Pharmacist Guo's way of using troops, and he was calmly looking forward to some movement ahead.
After Murong Mang's last battle, his troops failed to receive timely supplies. There were only about 100,000 people in Dushi County. When they heard that the incoming team had 300,000 people, they immediately became anxious like an ant on a hot pan, running around in circles.
"Whether to retreat or fight, Marshal, please give me a definite answer." Duan Rui looked nervous, the shadow of being beaten last time still lingering in his mind.
"We are doomed to lose this battle, so we'd better make plans early." Murong Mang has always been cautious in his actions. Facing a strong enemy, he already had a plan in mind.
The very next day after learning of the siege, Dushi County instantly became a deserted city.
After Guo Yaoshi learned from intelligence that the city was empty, he led the central army to quickly occupy the county town.
Qin Lian knew that the time was ripe, so he immediately led his army forward and gave Guo Pharmacist some food and supplies. After some encouragement, he let them continue to move forward.
Going further, you will see the endless grassland.
Pharmacist Guo was not worried that Qin Lian would keep chasing him, so he readily agreed to lead the team forward.
After the Guowei Army set out, Qin Lian took over Dushi County with his troops and stored the food and fodder there safely.
The Guowei Army entered the grassland, still with three armies advancing in parallel.
After advancing three hundred miles, it seemed as if we had entered an uninhabited area.
The Murong family kept retreating to the rear.
"Captain, this time the enemy force is only a few hundred thousand strong, and we haven't seen any large forces following us. Why do we keep retreating?"
Duan Yu respected Murong Bai as the chief, but he was unwilling to keep retreating.
"Master Duan, the grassland is the battlefield where we will decide the outcome. We have already ascertained Pharmacist Guo's combat capabilities, and we must ensure a decisive victory with one strike."
Murong Bai held the parchment scroll tightly in his hand, his eyes focused as he carefully analyzed the trend of the Guowei Army.
"The chief is right. My Duan family still has 50,000 elite cavalrymen. We will definitely be able to wipe them out along the way."
Duan Yu pounded his chest vigorously and promised solemnly.
"Of course I trust the son of Master Duan. Once the front troops gather, I'll strike back and kill him."
Murong Bai had a cunning look on his face, as if Pharmacist Guo was already in his pocket.
In fact, Pharmacist Guo has never been defeated in battles for so long, and his specialty is avoiding the strong and attacking the weak.
How could he possibly bring his troops so close?
"Report, the enemy has been spotted ten miles ahead." The scout hurried back to report.
"Well, pass the order down, retreat ten miles, and have the left and right wings move closer to me."
After hearing the report, Pharmacist Guo calmly arranged the next steps.
He would not rush forward to fight, but would wait for the enemy to retreat.
At night on the grassland, the stars are shining high in the sky, and the boundless sky is dotted with stars, like a dream.
When Murong Bai learned that Pharmacist Guo's team was twenty miles away from him, he was extremely confused and puzzled.
"Do you think the Yan army has set up a maze for us?"
Murong Mang, Duan Rui, Gongshu Hehe and others have already returned. Many generals and descendants of the Murong and Duan families have gathered in the big tent, and the atmosphere is solemn.
"The Yan army has always been fickle. They must have some ulterior motive in deploying their troops this way."
Murong Mang, who had suffered a loss, spoke cautiously, his face full of caution.
"Hmph! You become so cowardly after suffering a defeat." A member of the Duan family said disdainfully, his face full of contempt.
"Stop talking nonsense..." Duan Yu shouted with his eyes wide open.
The Duan family member wanted to argue, but seeing Duan Yu's murderous eyes, he had no choice but to lower his head and remain silent, not daring to say a word.
"Haha~ It's a good thing that the Duan family has such a brave man. If there is a charge, send him as the vanguard general." Murong Bai's words were equivalent to letting this man take responsibility for his own life and death.
"Thank you, Chief." Duan Jiazi, who had not yet realized his situation, actually expressed his gratitude.
Murong Bai is now worried about what exactly is the intention of Pharmacist Guo, but he does not dare to lead his troops to attack the camp easily.
It was not until the next day, when he learned that there had been no changes around Pharmacist Guo's team, that he regretted missing the opportunity.
"It seems they are waiting for reinforcements from the army behind them. We are being fooled."
Gathering everyone together again, Murong Bai looked at Murong Mang with a look of regret and some anger.
The children of the Duan family also learned about the previous situation, and all of them showed disdainful expressions on their faces, and did not care.
"Let's wait and see what happens behind the Guowei Army before we make any plans." Duan Yu hurried forward to advise.
He was afraid that Murong Bai would be impulsive and rush forward regardless of everything.
"Well, wait a little longer. You go down and we'll discuss it in the afternoon." Murong Bai said to the general who came over with a serious expression.
He now urgently needs an opportunity. If Guo Yaoshi only has an army of tens of thousands at this time, they may be able to fight.