In the blink of an eye, the army was blocked in front of Youxian Pass for four days, but it still couldn't break through.

During this period, Sun Ning and Chen Qingyun all came up with some strategies, but the results all ended in failure without exception.

However, it was the battlefield in front of the pass, and because of this, hundreds of more soldiers were killed, which naturally dealt a big blow to the officers and men of the whole army, and the morale was no longer as high as before.

As time went by, the climate became more and more cold, and heavy snow fell in the past two days, which made the army even have some different ideas, such as retiring from the army and waiting for the spring of the next year.

Sun Ning naturally couldn't accept this calculation, if it really took a few months, and when the Liangzhou army recovered from the previous defeat, even if it really broke through this pass next year, the subsequent damage to the soldiers and horses would only be far above the strong attack on Youxian Pass.

Therefore, we must not stop the army here, we must think of another countermeasure!

And under this delay, a batch of follow-up grain and grass materials was also quickly delivered. This time, the person who was ordered to charge the grain was not the original court official, but a newly surrendered general named Ke Yongsheng.

After he delivered all the food and materials, he came to meet His Majesty the Emperor, and then he heard Sun Ning discussing with several generals in the tent.

"Then Li Chengdong is indeed capable and keeps every drop of water, but there is always a time to relax. Therefore, I thought that I could use the method of exhausting soldiers to attack this pass day and night, until the soldiers and horses guarding the pass were exhausted, and then my army could easily break through the pass if I went up again! ”

Chen Qingyun and other generals all looked at each other when they heard this, although they still had doubts in their hearts, they had to say that this seemed to be the only way to break the barrier at present.

Of course, the consumption of such a method of warfare on one's own army is also extremely great, and I am afraid that there will be thousands of casualties. But compared to the hopelessness of breaking through for a long time, this method can be regarded as a way out of the way.

Seeing that none of the generals objected, Sun Ning made a decision directly: "Then tackle the problem according to this plan!" After dawn tomorrow, it will be divided into ten parts and take turns to tackle key problems! ”

Sun Ning knows that as a general, when winning is the first goal, now is not the time to consider casualties.

At this moment, a slightly nervous voice suddenly came from outside the tent: "Your Majesty, listen to the minister......

Well?

If it weren't for the emperor, many generals would have scolded him, and let people pull down the people who shouted at will outside to serve with sticks.

Although the discussion in the tent was not isolated from the inside and outside, and everyone had a glimpse of a certain official waiting there, how could such an important military discussion allow others to leave their beaks at will?

It was Sun Ning, his face sank slightly, and then he nodded: "Let him come in and talk." ”

Ke Yongsheng was also beating a drum in his heart, regretting that he was excited just now. But now, I still agreed, cautiously entered the tent, and under the gaze of everyone, knelt on the ground first, and bowed to worship: "Ke Yongsheng, the former Liangzhou army and Lianzhou garrison, will see His Majesty the Emperor......"

After hearing him report his identity, Sun Ning's eyes flashed, and his tone softened: "Why are you here?" ”

"Back to Your Majesty, the criminal minister came here only after being ordered to help escort military rations and supplies. All the materials have been carefully counted by Lord Qiu, and there is nothing missing......"

"Well, yes, you have merit. Then why didn't you wait outside for the summons just now, but you made a nuisance? When Sun Ning asked this, his eyes fell completely on him, giving him enough pressure, but it was difficult to hide his expectations.

Although the strategy of taking turns to tackle key problems day and night has been set, there is really no better way to do it. If there are really other ideas to break the level, Sun Ning is still willing to try other methods.

Ke Yongsheng swallowed his saliva a little nervously, and then said carefully: "If Your Majesty really trusts the offended minister, the minister can try to enter the Youxian Pass and try to persuade Li Chengdong to switch to the imperial court!" ”

Really!

Sun Ning's spirits were lifted again, and from the other party's self-introduction just now, he faintly thought of this possibility.

Youxian Pass is the gateway to the south of Lianzhou, and the two places are not far from each other, Ke Yongsheng, the garrison of Lianzhou, will naturally intersect with Li Chengdong, the guard of Youxian Pass, and even have a friendship.

"You have a good relationship with Li Chengdong?"

"I've been friends for many years...... He was originally the commander of the Lianzhou Yingzi Battalion, but somehow, now he has become the general of Youxian Pass. This man is indeed a good soldier, especially good at defending the city......"

"Hmm, are you sure you're going to convince him to switch it?"

"You can give it a try." In front of the emperor, Ke Yongsheng didn't dare to say anything.

Sun Ning admired him even more, and after nodding, he looked left and right: "What do you think?" ”

"Your Majesty, wouldn't it be a bit risky to do this?" Chen Qingyun asked worriedly.

The others nodded in agreement, and although they didn't say much, their concerns were still obvious.

They are not only worried about Ke Yongsheng's safety, but also about his attitude.

After all, he is just a general, and he has not been surrendered for a long time, who knows what is in his heart.

If he wanted to use this as an excuse to return to Liangzhou, it would be a mistake for the imperial court to steal chickens and rice, but it would make Youxian Pass more difficult to break - and he had already heard everyone's combat strategy on how to break through the barrier.

After Sun Ning looked at Ke Yongsheng, who was a little apprehensive, thoughtfully, he suddenly smiled and said, "I can trust you!" You are allowed to go to Guannai to say that Li Chengdong will surrender, if you can really succeed, you will be a great hero of the imperial court. At that time, not only will the previous charges be written off, but I will also allow you to lead an army in the future to expand the territory for the imperial court and achieve meritorious deeds! ”

"Thank you, Your Majesty! The minister must do his best, even if he is full of liver and brain, he will help His Majesty take the Youxian Pass! Ke Yongsheng was very excited when he heard this, and immediately kowtowed heavily to show his intentions.

He also heard the meaning of everyone's words just now, and he felt that this matter was impossible, after all, his identity was here, and it was inevitable that people would be suspicious.

Unexpectedly, His Majesty the Emperor had no doubts about this at all, and this kind of kindness and trust really made him grateful, and he hated to break his bones and smear his liver and brain to repay His Majesty.

Sun Ning stood up, bent down slightly, and helped the person up: "I don't want you to die in this field, I want to see you make more contributions and make a great difference for me!" This time, you are so prepared, and you will work hard to do it, whether you succeed or not, it will be counted as your credit. ”

"Obey the order!"

Ke Yongsheng agreed, and then stood up, only to feel that his heart was surging, and his body was trembling a little, of course, because of excitement.

Then, after a little preparation, under the watchful eyes of Sun Ning and a group of soldiers, he rode alone and slowly walked towards the Youxian Pass.

Some people died, but not completely......