The local warriors in Western Xinjiang, who had been chasing the Turks' war horses very hard, not only could not rest for a while, but were also beaten and scolded by the Turkic officers, and the generals of Western Xinjiang really couldn't stand it, and ran to intercede with Gema Khan, can they let the brothers stop for a while, and wait for a little rest before leaving.

As soon as he heard this, Gema's eyes suddenly widened with anger: "When is this happening, and you still want to rest?" Did you know that the Zhenjiang Army has captured Rouge City, Roncolondo City, and Yinghe Military Town? Their salient is now less than a hundred miles away from Zijin Pass, and they can be killed in half a day! Still? Rest the fart! ”

After being scolded, the generals in Western Xinjiang could only return to the ranks in disgrace and continue to urge their subordinates to step up their march.

Looking at the disgruntled look in the eyes of those people as they left, Gema Khan was also indignant in his heart, he secretly cursed "damn it", turned to Girus next to him and complained: "These bastards are just rice buckets that waste food for nothing!" After just a little bit of a journey, I cried and cried my father and shouted my mother's noise! This is also in the ghost desert of Western Xinjiang, if it were our Yakutia steppe, I would directly slaughter them! ”

"Khan, please calm his anger." Girus smiled and reassured: "The people of Western Xinjiang are useless in the first place, if it weren't for the fact that we have bothered to train for so long, I'm afraid it would have been even worse." ”

Gema shook her head helplessly, and continued: "Alas, I really didn't expect that Li Jiangyao's movements would be so fierce! It's only been three days, and the three cities of Lianke! They attacked and advanced faster than we could simply march. Mom, things are not good! ”

Girus was also puzzled: "Yes, I never expected them to be so fast. Not to mention Rouge City and Roncolondo City, it is surprising that Yinghe fell to the enemy overnight. As one of the twelve military towns, the fortifications there are very complete, and there are more than 1,000 troops stationed there, so it can be carried for ten days and eight days. ”

Gema frowned, and snorted coldly: "I am still very unsteady in my heart, and I always feel that Li Jiangyao has some conspiracy. ”

"Maybe it's because the big war is imminent." Girus helped him analyze: "The closer you get to the fight, the more likely you are to suffer from gains and losses." Khan, we are now less than two days away from the Yumen Pass, and if we work harder, we will be able to arrive by tomorrow evening. As for the Zhenjiang Army, although their forward troops have crossed the Yinghe River, the main force is still in Longcolondo, and it will take at least three or five days to reach Zijin Pass with the whole army. As long as we rush there first, we will wait for work, and we are not afraid of what tricks he will play. ”

"Well, I hope so." Gema couldn't help but sigh again: "Have you contacted Belen?" ”

Girus replied: "The Servant has already sent messengers according to the Khan's orders, and it is estimated that the orders have now been conveyed to the Duke of Belen. On your instructions, the Duke led his troops and marched covertly eastward along the hilly terrain to the south of the Chaikkun Basin. Regardless of the weather, they should be able to launch a surprise attack from behind when the Zhenjiang army reaches Zijin Pass. ”

Gema thought about it seriously and suddenly said, "No! ”

"Isn't that right? What's wrong? Girus was slightly stunned and asked curiously.

Gema pondered for a while, and then said, "According to the intelligence ability shown by the Zhenjiang Army before, it is impossible for Li Jiangyao not to know that I have transferred reinforcements from the Western Continent. Belen's existence is by no means a secret to the enemy, but they should not be able to find out the specific location and whereabouts of Belém for the time being. If this is the case, then the Zhenjiang army attacking Zijin Pass will definitely implement strict protection on their flanks and rear to avoid being raided by our reinforcements. ”

Girus nodded his head in agreement with Gemma's judgment, but then he asked puzzledly, "Even if they take precautions, what can they do?" As long as he couldn't figure out which direction Lord Belen was coming from, the only thing Li Jiangyao could do was to be suspicious and worried all day long. Our rush battle can be launched directly from dozens of miles away, and there is not much time left for the opponent to react. ”

"If the other party is vigilant, then the effect of any surprise attack will be greatly reduced." Gema narrowed her eyes and said in a deep voice, "They will even try to lay a trap to lure the attacking party into taking the bait. ”

Although Girus didn't quite agree with Gema's words, he pondered for a moment and tried to ask, "What does the Khan mean is that the Duke of Belen will not be allowed to come here?" ”

Gema looked at the army galloping past him and muttered, "If you were Li Jiangyao, what would you do?" ”

Girus took off his helmet, scratched his head, and said with a little embarrassment: "Well, if I were him, I would divide the army into two ways." The main force of the infantry attacked Zijin Pass, and the cavalry was divided into several teams and cruised in the rear. However, there are too many twists and turns in the heart of this Saint Tang barbarian, and I can't guess it very thoroughly. ”

Gema pouted: "If I were Li Jiangyao, I would never be as dull as you." I will try to hide the main force of the cavalry first, and then scatter the scouts to scout the horses, and continue to expand the range of the guard until I find a trace of Belen, and then mobilize a heavy force to meet the attack. ”

Girus couldn't help but be a little curious: "Khan, are you thinking too much?" ”

Gema said in a deep voice, "I'm afraid I'll think less." Now, for the sake of safety, you should send my order to inform Belen of the change of plans. His troops crossed the Chaikun Basin, and did not have to go further east, but continued to the south, quickly broke into the territory of Chechi State, and went straight to Ikoru County, completely cutting off the retreat of the Zhenjiang army! ”

Girus's eyes lit up, and he quickly nodded: "I understand!" I'll arrange it right away. ”

After readjusting the battle strategy, Gema finally felt a little more at ease, so she continued to urge the troops to speed up. After a day and a night of rapid marching, the Turks finally caught up with the Zhenjiang army and reached the open area ten miles west of Zijin Pass.

Here, the whole road of soldiers and horses laid out the formation, began to arrange the rejection of horses, set up camp, and set up a vast and continuous camp station.

Because this place already belonged to the defense area of the Second Army of the Turkic Golden Tribe, in the face of such a big battle of Gema Khan, the guards of the Second Army stationed at Zijin Pass had to order their subordinates to raise their vigilance while personally coming to the camp to pay a visit.

At the beginning, in order to blockade the two passes and cut off the connection between Shengtang and Western Xinjiang, the Turks specially established the North and South Battalions, the main forces of which were the Golden Third Legion, the Fifth Legion and the Tenth Legion under the command of Prince Ronia.

After that, Ashina Jin led his army to the west, preparing to launch a full-scale attack on Shengtang, the Third Army was ordered to capture Zijin Pass, and the Tenth Army Army conquered Shengyu Pass.

Later, Ronia stepped down as the governor of Western Xinjiang and went east with Ashina Zhijin, and his three legions also went to the front line of the Central Plains to fight, and the task of garrisoning the two passes was handed over to the last group of the second legion of the Golden Clan to arrive in Western Xinjiang.

Speaking of this second legion, it is also a long-standing unit in the Golden Clan, but because of its average combat power, it has never fought any hard battles in recent years. The commander of the legion, Prince Kosta, is the uncle of Ashina, with a high seniority, good blood, and a big temper, so his soldiers are all very angry, except for the Blood Guard, he easily does not take others seriously.

Now the soldiers and horses of the governor of Western Xinjiang suddenly ran to the door of his house and beat gongs and drums, of course the second army wanted to come to inquire, but Gema Khan was not easy to speak, this benevolent brother put on a good stand, and hummed angrily: "What do I want to do, it seems that I don't need to report to you, right?" ”

Because of the support of Prince Kesta behind him, even if the leader of the second largest Turkic tribe sitting opposite him, the Zijin guard was still neither humble nor arrogant: "Khan, please forgive the last general for being rude." If it is in the territory of the governor of Western Xinjiang, you can do whatever you want, and our Second Legion guarantees not to ask more questions. However, this is the Zijin Pass Defense Area, and any troops entering must be ordered by the Great Khan, or by the military orders of His Royal Highness the Prince! ”

Gema blinked her eyes, and said secretly in her heart: Bullshit military order! If it weren't for the fact that the terrain of this location was the most conducive to setting up the camp defense line, Lao Tzu would not have bothered to come.

However, when he thought about it, he couldn't say that. Besides, in order to avoid extraneous branches, there is really no need to quarrel with the stunned young men of the Second Army at the moment.

Gemar Khan suppressed his anger and patiently explained, "As for you, don't be too nervous. Truth be told, I'm here for two purposes. First, the Western Xinjiang Army has just been reorganized and is preparing for a long-distance exercise. Familiarize yourself with the situation in this area of Zijin Pass in advance, and it will be convenient to cooperate with the Second Army in the future. ”

He paused, trying to make his tone more relaxed: "Another purpose is that I heard that some remnants of the Holy Tang Army in Western Xinjiang have recently planned to flee back to the Central Plains in batches. After all, those are all bandits in my territory, so it is my responsibility to stop them west of Zijin Pass. In this way, it is inevitable to borrow the treasure land of the Second Army to house the soldiers and horses. Lad, let's make it easy. ”

The Zijin guard saw that Gema Khan's words were quite polite, and after all, the other party was overwhelmed, and with only the pitiful troops in his hands, he was powerless to drive away, so he said in a soft tone: "Gema Khan, it's not that the last general intends to embarrass your army, it is indeed a duty, and I dare not make the slightest mistake." Your old man insists on training here, so the general can only tell the old prince according to the truth, please make a decision. ”

"Okay, okay, you can report it however you want." Gema agreed, but thought in his heart: Prince Kosta is currently in the imperial capital with Ashina, and when your request is sent over, he will approve it back, and my battle here will be over a long time ago.