After reading this letter, the old man couldn't help but be happy: Ouch, you are still interested. actually took the initiative to ask for guilt...... Now I have a staircase to go down. In the eyes of the common people, the reason why I agreed to cede Victoria and give away the bearded girl was to help my unfilial son alleviate his sins. I don't want the world to criticize it. Now it's good, since you have taken the initiative to confess your guilt, I can also selflessly announce your guilt to the world. Well, you don't have to fight the Tibetans, do you? Then go to war! Anyway, I won't go to the front line, and I won't give you another soldier. Xiao Yunhe, Li Sheng, Chu Yan, and Li Huaiguang, can the four of you fight against such a powerful Tibetan? In the end, you don't have to wait for me to use peace talks to clean up the mess. Until then. I, the emperor, am still the lord of the world...... What kind of climate can you grandstand guys become?

Thinking of this, the old man's mood became much better.

The next day, the old man, who was full of confidence, suddenly changed his usual timidity. He said very bravely: "The reason why I agreed to cede Victoria and send it back to the Han princess was nothing more than a kind of father's doting on his son. Han King Xiao Yunhe. It's really too unbelievable to be jealous for a bearded girl to compete with Tibet! I, a father, really can't bear to let him be scolded by the world, so I ordered him to smooth out these things by himself. Now it seems that one qiē is irretrievable. Tubo is unforgiving, and the anti-Hu sentiment in the world is rising day by day. It is difficult to disobey the will of the people, and now, I have no choice but to let Xiao Yunhe make meritorious contributions to resist Tibet. Ladies and gentlemen, what do you think of me?"

The Manchu Dynasty was civil and military, and naturally no one would express any serious opinions on this extremely sensitive matter. Now that the emperor has decided, what else can he say? It's just that there are many people who have a faint feeling in their hearts that this emperor, who is a father and a father, actually puts all the responsibility on his son and courtiers, which is really ......

After a bang, the holy decree covered with the vermilion seal once again flew out of the Daming Palace, the national capital. When it arrived in Xichuan, Xiao Yunhe had already taken care of the logistics of preparing for the war in Chengdu and was ready to rush to Victoria in person. The arrival of the holy decree and its content were all expected by Xiao Yunhe. Xiao Yunhe already knows everything about the old man's personality. He will certainly pretend to be kind and kind in the holy decree, and make a doting and understanding appearance. Then put all these responsibilities and burdens on yourself.

Now, as expected, it was. In this regard, Xiao Yunhe smiled slightly. Except for himself, no one can understand this mood - who let the old man be my descendant of Xiao Yunhe? The unfilial descendant is weak and incompetent, so I have to personally swallow my anger to help him solve those big troubles......

The official road leading from Chengdu to Han and Wei Prefecture was in good order with the official army dredged martial law. Truckloads of grain and grass were transported to the military town in a steady stream. Xiao Yunhe is ready to fight a protracted battle. He knew that if Tubo really sent an army of 300,000 to come, he would definitely not give up. And what he wants to do is to defend Victoria and try not to lose. To hold on is to win. For a plateau army like Tibet, rapid offensive and guerrilla warfare were their strengths. Guarding the gate, there is no need to be afraid of him at all. As long as their logistics are in place, Xuanwu Pass in Victoria is a place where no one can open up. Just this one pass, you can be a hundred thousand male soldiers.

Now, I'm afraid that Tubo will take other detours and make a detour. Xichuan is not short in the face of the border of Tibet. Although the terrain is complex and mountainous, it is not insurmountable. For example, if you take a detour from Dongnuguo and climb two mountains, you can reach Yazhou, which has a weak defense. Moreover, there are many small foreign countries bordering Xichuan, such as Luo Numan and White Wolf Yi. Although there are not many people from these tribes, if they all come to help Tubo infiltrate from all over the border of Xichuan, it is simply impossible to prevent it. And these small barbarian countries are all bordering the East Women's Country. In addition, the Nanzhao Kingdom in the south has been enslaved by the Tibetans over the years. At this time, it is not impossible to send troops over to attack together.

Therefore, Xichuan's defense line is actually very long. Sticking around is not the best way to solve the problem. In Xiao Yunhe's mind, a very bold military plan was already brewing.

Xiao Yunhe spread the news that the Holy Decree allowed Xichuan to fight with Tubo. Sure enough, the people were jubilant, and their emotions became more and more high. Now it seems that there is no need to have such scruples as resisting the decree. If the Tubo people are coming, they will resolutely fight to the death! Naturally, this news also spread quickly to the ears of Chu Yan, Li Sheng, Yan Zhen, and others. These people also breathed a sigh of relief in unison, and strengthened their determination to support Xichuan.

As soon as he was ready, Xiao Yunhe was ready to leave Chengdu and go to Victoria. These days, he has been handling various official affairs in Chengdu Mansion and has not returned home. Before leaving, he still planned to say goodbye to Wu Yuelin, Moyi and others. Unexpectedly, as soon as he entered the mansion, Wu Yuelin told him a piece of news: Moyi is gone and has returned to Dongnu Country!

Xiao Yunhe was stunned: "Why did she go back at this time?"

Wu Yuelin said with guilt: "I left yesterday...... She said she couldn't sit here and couldn't do anything to help. She said that she was going back to the East Woman Country and organized the army of the East Women Country to help the adults fight against Tibet as a small guest. ”

"Isn't this nonsense? She's a female streamer, she knows what to fight!" Xiao Yunhe was a little angry, "Why don't you stop her?"

"I've stopped it, I can't stop it......" Wu Yuelin saw King Han angry at her like this for the first time, and said with some horror, "And...... Wu Changshi's sister, Wu Qiyun, also went with her. Mo Yi said that Wu Qiyun is very smart and can give advice by her side......"

"Nonsense, it's all nonsense!" Xiao Yunhe stomped his feet angrily and walked away. Such an accident made him a little depressed, and he didn't bother to stay at home longer. Put on his horse and head for Victoria with a few followers.

In fact, looking back, Dongnu Country is indeed a very important place. It can be said that there is an important gap in Xichuan. It is also a variable between Daqi and Tibet. It is obviously unrealistic for him Xiao Yunhe to go there to guard by himself. In addition to Moyi, I really can't find a second suitable person, representing Daqi sitting there. And that Wu Qiyun. Since the King of Han married Wu Yuelin, he has been deliberately avoiding the King of Han. Later, Moyi entered the house, and she became familiar with Moyi. She is a strategic, assertive woman, and following women to do things together, she will be more unscrupulous. Wu Qiyun followed Moyi to the East Female Country, and it was not a particularly unexpected thing to think about. And with her on the side, maybe Dongnuguo can really act as a miracle soldier and play a miracle effect at that time.

Therefore, Xiao Yunhe also resisted the selfish impulse and did not send someone to call Moyi back. In my heart, I secretly prayed that I hoped that there would be no more problems on the side of Dongnu Country.

Victoria. The people have been evacuated to the interior of Xichuan, leaving only 40,000 troops and 10,000 or 20,000 people. The migration of the people is a huge project, which is even more costly than the war itself. If unsurprisingly, it will be a protracted battle. The Tubo people have suffered a few big losses and lost face, how can they not make enough money. The cost of this war, whatever its outcome, is enormous. With Wei Gao sitting in the rear of Xichuan, Xiao Yunhe can be regarded as reassured. I believe that he should be able to take care of people's livelihood and government affairs and ensure the supply of the army at the front.

The state capital assassinated the history yamen and became the military town council hall. When Xiao Yunhe arrived here, Wu Yuanheng and Gao Gu and other big and small officials were already waiting here. The drums beat and the people gathered together to discuss the matter.

Xiao Yunhe looked at everyone in the hall and couldn't help but feel a little worried. Tang Hanchen sat in Hanzhou to guard the second line of defense, and Shi Yanfen went to Shuofang and did not come back. The only generals who can be used under his own command are Gao Gu and Song Liangchen. Guo Gang actually has no experience in facing the enemy, and it is not easy to fight directly. Some other partial generals and lieutenant generals are really embarrassed by the uneven good and bad. In terms of ministers, Wu Yuanheng is the only one who can talk about military affairs. At most, some other civil servants can raise some grain and grass and engage in logistics. To be honest, it is really difficult to dig out enough generals and capable ministers in Shu now. In this big battle with Tubo, it seems that Xiao Yunhe is going to take the lead in fighting again.

The officials will report on the recent situation in Victoria. Militarily, Victoria now has an army of 40,000. Among them, there were 10,000 recruits. There are 10,000 flying dragons on horseback, 10,000 on average Yuhou light horses, and more than half of the rest are infantry. The weapons and horses are fully equipped, and the grain and grass are enough to support half a year. According to the strategy agreed upon by King Han and Wu Yuanheng before, more than 30 hidden posts were set up along the south bank of the Jinchuan River in the north north of Victoria to closely monitor the movements of the Tibetan army. According to the latest news, in the past two days, you can occasionally see a team of more than 10 people Tubo rangers. Cruising on the north bank of the Daegeon River. It is estimated that the Tibetan army will soon be able to survive.

After understanding these situations clearly, Xiao Yunhe assigned tasks to the generals. Song Liangchen commanded the infantry, Gao Gu commanded the light cavalry, and Xiao Yunhe personally led the flying dragon cavalry. Wu Yuanheng sat in the state city of Victoria, and the governor was grain and grass. Strictly order the scouts to pay close attention to the movements of the Tibetans. Someone has to report back the news every hour. Meanwhile. Closely check the past business travelers in Han and Weizhou, and closely monitor the spies sent by Tubo. During the extraordinary period, it is strictly forbidden to transport tea out of Shudi. Because the Tibetan people eat meat and milk all year round, they have to drink butter tea to relieve oiliness and irritability. Now that there is war, all the tea and horse trade routes are closed to traffic. Tea from Shu is not allowed to be shipped out of the territory. First, it is afraid that spies will move around, and second, it is also a powerful curb for Tibet. Shu is one of the birthplaces of tea in the Central Plains. Every year, nearly 10,000 catties of tea are transported out of Shudi, through several tea and horse trade routes, and transported into Tibet. Now that there is no tea supply here, life in Tibet will be more difficult.

After the assignment of various matters. Xiao Yunhe called Wu Yuanheng together alone. The two of them took out the map and deliberated on it. This map is after the capture of Victoria. Wu Yuanheng took the nearby villagers to visit in person, and then drew a topographic map of the mountains and rivers. The mountains and rivers near Victoria are all clearly marked. And where to foreshadow, where to focus on defense, Wu Yuanheng made a mark very carefully.

Victoria goes north to the area of Dajinchuan, and the terrain is relatively flat. If the Tibetans want to march into the army to attack, they should also go to this place. The Daejincheon River is the upper reaches of the Dadu River, although it is in the dry season in winter. The current is still rough. This big river is a natural barrier between Victoria and the East Women's Country.

Xiao Yunhe pondered for a long time and said: "If I were Chisong Dezan, I would definitely let the Tubo army cross the Jishi Mountain and cross the Yellow River, and then drive directly from the east bank of the Dajin River. So. The big barrier of the Dajinchuan River will lose its meaning. When the time comes. The iron cavalry of Tibet can directly face the naked Victoria and the Eastern Women's Kingdom. Especially in the country of Dongnu, there is no strong city at all. Although I have sent craftsmen and men to help them build some fortifications. But in a short period of time, it is really difficult to build anything decent. If the weak defense line of the Dongnu Kingdom was torn apart, the Tubo people would use that side as a heavy gap and drive straight to Yazhou, directly into the hinterland of Xichuan. In this way, the two states of Wei and Han will be completely isolated, and Xichuan will collapse in an instant. ”

Wu Yuanheng also said with some apprehension: "Actually, I have been thinking about this issue as well. This time, if Tubo really sent a large army to attack Xichuan, it would definitely join forces with Nanzhao and some other small barbarian countries in the southwest. At that time, from Victoria to the west to Yazhou, the area dominated by the East Women's Country will become a danger zone. These places are mountainous and the terrain is complex, and those southwestern barbarians are accustomed to marching and fighting in the mountains, forests and swamps, infiltrating and destroying. We just couldn't guard against it. ”

Xiao Yunhe's brows furrowed slightly, and he said: "Actually, I have a very bold military plan, that is, to replace defense with offense and take the initiative to attack. Ambushed Tubo in the area of Dajinchuan and caught him off guard first. However, I'm worried that something will go wrong on the side of Dongnuguo. At that time, not only will our army in Victoria be cut off from supply, but even the entire Xichuan will be finished. What kind of way can you think of to make the Dongnu Kingdom foolproof?"

Wu Yuanheng thought for a while and said, "Since it is definitely impossible to keep it, it is better to abandon it." ”

"Abandon?" Xiao Yunhe frowned, thought for a while, shook his head and said, "Although the Dongnu Country is only a small and wild country, it has a population of forty or fifty thousand people. They are all accustomed to living in the mountains and forests, living in watchtowers built between the mountain walls, and have their own culture and living habits. It will be many times more difficult for them to migrate than it is for Victorians to move. ”

Wu Yuanheng frowned, thought for a long time and said, "It's really difficult...... However, only the relocation of the East Female Territory may make Victoria have no worries. You see, my lord, in the area from Yazhou to Dadushui, our defense is very tight. Military towns and junction checkpoints were well established. If the Dongnu Kingdom abandons its homeland and retreats into Yazhou, this hundreds of kilometers of defense line will be reduced. When the time comes, Xichuan and Dongnuguo will jointly rely on the natural danger to cross the water to defend, and there will be no big scruples. Yazhou, Jiazhou area. Our defense forces are still very strong. The military towns echoed each other's rescue, and they were very stable. ”

Xiao Yunhe thought for a while and said, "The idea is good. Give up the hundreds of miles of defense line and retreat to Yazhou. But...... The people of the Eastern Women's Country are not the people of our Daqi land after all. Besides, is it too late to do it now?"

"I see ......" Wu Yuanheng suddenly showed a smile. "Maybe you don't need an adult to order these things. ”

"What do you mean?"

Wu Yuanheng shook his head helplessly and smiled: "Actually, this bold plan to retreat for a hundred miles and give up the mainland of the East Woman Country was not something I came up with. It's my baby girl. A few days ago, when I was drawing these maps, she saw them. Just say these thoughts. I thought about it for a long time and thought it was still feasible. But at that time, the adults were working in the Chengdu Mansion, and they didn't have time to report to you. Thereupon...... His subordinates privately found Princess Dugu and told her about these things. Princess Lonely agreed with my idea, and immediately set off for the East Woman Kingdom. Meanwhile. Took my sister with me...... This time, I didn't stop Yun'er, and I didn't inform the adults of this important matter in advance. Please forgive me!" Wu Yuanheng finished. He has fallen down.

Xiao Yunhe was taken aback: "What's the matter, Mo Yi took Wu Qiyun back to the East Women's Country, and actually listened to your idea?"

Wu Yuanheng kowtowed in fear: "Yes...... Your Majesty is guilty!"

Xiao Yunhe took a long breath, shook his head and sighed: "What else can I blame you? The matter is urgent, if you make a decision after discussing with me, this matter will definitely be delayed." And I know that Moyi must not let you tell me about this, right? He was afraid that I would not let her go back. No matter what. I still have to thank you. If you hadn't anticipated the enemy's early deployment, I would have been in a hurry when I arrived in Victoria. ”

Wu Yuanheng was still kowtowing and pleading: "Your subordinates are good at making claims, which is against the way of people and ministers, please be punished for your crimes!"

Xiao Yunhe shook his head and sighed, smiled and said, "That's it." Get up. Didn't I entrust you with the military and political affairs of the two states of Han and Wei early on, and give you the right to arbitrarily decide on the spot? In fact, this is also your business. Moyi is my princess though. But they are also the people of Daqi, and they should be repeatedly obliged to be assigned by you to do these things. You must not go against the way of the people. The important thing is that you have arranged for me in advance for such an important event, and I feel that you are too late. Don't mention this again. Let's discuss the formation. Since there won't be any big worries on the side of Dongnuguo, I can also rest assured that I can take the initiative boldly. ”

Wu Yuanheng thanked the King of Han, stood up and said: "My lord, the strength of the Jianchuan army is not good, is it too risky to take the initiative to attack? ”

"Of course I know that. Xiao Yunhe smiled confidently and said, "At the same time, the Tubo people probably didn't expect that we would dare to take the initiative. Defending the Xuanmen Pass is certainly a method, but this is only a strategy. No matter how strong the pass of the city is, it can be breached. However, the best defense is offense. The Tibetan people can't imagine that we dare to attack, don't we just take advantage of their ideological paralysis to catch them off guard?"

Wu Yuanheng thought for a while, nodded and said, "Surprisingly, it seems to be feasible." But it's important to be on the safe side. After all, we don't know much about the movements of the Tibetans. "So be it. Xiao Yunhe said, "Now, the two of us have gone north of the city together, and it took two days to explore the terrain of the east bank of the Dajinchuan River clearly. Every forest and every river must be well understood. Only in this way can we use troops in a lively and changeable manner. It is not impossible to win by fighting less and fighting more with less. The premise is that we should give full play to the role of the right time, place and people. Now that winter is approaching, the horses are short of fodder, and the rain will be reduced. The Tibetans will definitely march on the Jinchuan River. This will make it much easier for them to get water. And the mountains and forests near the Dajinchuan River must also be an important habitat for them. It's water again, it's mountains again—Bo Cang, have you thought of anything?"

Wu Yuanheng gave a surprise high-five: "In the past, when we defeated Tubo in Qishan to recover Fengxiang, they were defeated by water and fire - my lord, do you want to repeat the old trick?"

"What's not to do?" Xiao Yunhe laughed, "Fire and water are ruthless, and this is also the most powerful weapon." Although the Dajin River cannot be used as a natural danger barrier by us, the water in the river and the trees by the river can be used as weapons. It's useless to say more, so the two of us will set off now and do a detailed survey of the terrain in that area. When the time comes, we will arrange the formation of troops. ”

"Yes!"

The two of them cleaned up a little and were about to go out with a few attendants. Song Liangchen came in a daze. Xiao Yunhe looked at him, as if he still had something, so he said, "You are not in the barracks, what are you doing at this time?"

Song Liangchen bowed his hand and said, "My lord, I don't want to come, but someone asks me to come." He said that he had something important to report to the adults. ”

"Who?"

"Shi Jingfeng, you come in!" Song Liangchen waved his hand behind him. Shi Jingfeng, who was short and had sharp beaked monkey cheeks, ran in quickly and bowed down in front of Xiao Yunhe.

Xiao Yunhe asked him to stand up and said, "Shi Jingfeng, what are you looking for this king?"

Although Shi Jingfeng is short and has a somewhat obscene appearance, his expression is still very respectful and a little imposing. He bowed his hand and said, "My lord, the last general has come to ask for battle!" Please give the last general two hundred soldiers to cross from an abandoned tea and horse trade road to the hinterland of Tibet, and attack behind him. ”

"Two hundred, walking on the abandoned tea and horse trade road?" Xiao Yunhe was slightly startled and said, "Do you know how many soldiers and horses the Tubo people will come this time?"

Shi Jingfeng said in a deep voice: "I know—but the last general is not afraid." In the end, he will be sure that he will turn the rear of his Tubo people upside down!"

The southern foot of Jishi Mountain, on the north bank of the Yellow River.

Xu Sheren rode on his horse and watched as the Tubo army was crossing the river. He felt very uncomfortable.

I went to Dongnu Country to welcome my relatives before, but I didn't expect to encounter the Jianchuan army led by the Han prince. In his impression, the Tang Army has not taken the initiative in the past ten years, and most of them are just holding on to the city pass. Moreover, he had never seen a Shu army with such strong combat effectiveness. In his memory, the area around Jianchuan is the living granary of Tibet, and every time he invades and seizes, he is not dissatisfied. Those old and weak soldiers were like a plate of loose sand, as vulnerable as a paper wall in front of the Tibetan iron horsemen. But this experience almost made him suffer a catastrophe. Not only did they not welcome back Momeng, but they also lost Victoria and more than 10,000 soldiers and horses.

Everything happened almost overnight. Xu Sheren has also changed from the most respected general with a foreign surname to the most despised wretch. When he returned home, his family hung fox tails in front of him, and all the men were reduced to slavery. If it weren't for the fact that the Xu family had a good relationship with the Tubo Prime Minister Shang Jiezan and others, he Xu Sheren would have been burned alive long ago.

Xu Sheren looked at the rushing Yellow River, tightened his brows, and sighed secretly: This is probably my last chance to turn over. Zamp asked me to lead an army of 30,000 to Victoria as a pioneer...... The ancestors of the Xu family, how will you feel in the Heavenly Spirit? Once a great honor of the Great Qi, the descendants brought soldiers and horses to attack the Great Qi. The world is unpredictable, and I can't help myself...... Xiao Yunhe, the king of the Han Dynasty, why is there such a figure in the Jianchuan area? In the past, he was not well-known at all, but he was able to defeat Shang Jiezan and Lun Manluo in the battle of Qishan; this time he even more strangely captured the impregnable Victoria, and also attacked the Dongnu Kingdom...... Where did you come from?

The Tibetans used yak rafts to cross the river in turn. During the dry season in winter, the Yellow River is not turbulent. The process of crossing the river was also quite smooth. Xu Sheren thought in his heart that as long as he crossed the Yellow River, he would follow the marching plan set by Zampu and the Great Minister Shangjiezan. It should be advanced along the Great Golden River towards Victoria. In this way, Dajinchuan will lose its role as a natural hazard for Nishikawa.

"In two days, the 30,000-strong army will be able to completely cross the Yellow River. Dajinchuan ......" Xu Sheren took a deep breath, "Okay, Han King Xiao Yunhe! I don't care what your origin is, let's have a head-to-head battle this time!"

At this moment, several horses came running behind him. Xu Sheren looked back. It's Chanturs. This person is a relatively famous figure among the younger generation of the three major Shang clans in Tibet. Because he was very highly valued by the two prime ministers of Shang Xi Dongzan and Shang Zanma, Shang Tuerxi has always been arrogant, especially looking down on Xu Sheren, who has Han blood.

Xu Sheren's brows furrowed slightly: "This guy, what are you doing at this time?"

"Xu Sheren!" Shang Tuer rode his horse and ran in front of Xu Sheren. "Arrange a raft for me, and I will cross the river first." ”

Xu Sheren's face twitched slightly. This Chantursi is really a typical impudent barbarian. He called me by my name in front of my soldiers...... He said quietly, "What are you doing crossing the river?"

Chantur was in his early thirties, but he was rough and bearded. He looked like he was forty or fifty years old. He snorted coldly and said, "Don't ask." If our family wants to do something, do we have to explain it to you? Zampu sent me to do something important. Don't delay, or you won't be able to afford it. ”

Xu Sheren instinctively clenched the handle of the knife in his hand. His eyes narrowed slightly, and he glanced at him, and said in a deep voice: "Come on, arrange a raft for Shang Tursi to cross the river." ”

Shang Tur patted his horse, passed by Xu Sheren leisurely, and said lightly: "I hope you can have good luck this time." Otherwise, your Xu family will all be burned to death in front of Samye Temple. Also, forget the blood you have on your body, or you will be in battle. You won't be able to let go. With that, Chantursi laughed wildly, and rode his horse toward the river.

Xu Sheren's body trembled slightly, and his teeth clenched his bones for a while.

At this time, Xiao Yunhe and Wu Yuanheng. With a few guards, they have arrived at the edge of a canyon in the middle reaches of the Dajin River. These two days. The two walked up the banks of the Dajinchuan River and carefully examined the terrain.

The water in the canyon rushed and poured down with rage, which was deafening. The water vapor in the cold ground overflowed everywhere, and it was foggy. Xiao Yunhe and Wu Yuanheng were extremely close, and they had to speak loudly to hear clearly.

Wu Yuanheng pointed to the map and said loudly: "My lord, I have marked this place in detail on the map. His Majesty thought that this place was particularly suitable for an ambush battle. ”

"What??," Xiao Yunhe didn't hear clearly, and asked repeatedly. Wu Yuanheng nodded in confirmation.

The noise was so loud that the two had to leave the canyon and walk a few miles east. Xiao Yunhe observed carefully for a while, and found that the terrain of this place was indeed very steep. The Grand Canyon is sandwiched between two mountains, and the drop of the river is huge. The road closest to the canyon, although the terrain is relatively flat and can be marched, the terrain is similar to the low part of the water, and it is very narrow.

Wu Yuanheng said: "If the Tubo people march along the Dajinchuan towards Victoria, this dangerous pass is their only way. They certainly couldn't go down the river by water, and the Tibetans were never good at water warfare. The only possible way is to come in through this narrow valley. It is not difficult for our army to win as long as they choose the danger and defend it, and then ambush the archers on the cols on both sides of the narrow valley. ”

Xiao Yunhe thought for a while and said, "In this place, the terrain is steep enough. However, it is precisely because it is too steep that the Tibetans will definitely be vigilant. They have occupied Victoria for many years, transporting supplies from the highlands all year round, and there is no reason why they are not aware of the dangers along the way. Moreover, with the example of the last battle of Qishan, they will definitely guard against our ambush. I reckon that if our army sets up an ambush here, it will be easy for them to see through it. If I were a Tibetan general, after seeing through the ambush here, I would simply take a detour to the east and intercept the rear of our army. In this way, we will set up an ambush circle, which will become our own grave. ”

Wu Yuanheng nodded and said, "My lord is reasonable. In fact, His Majesty also thought of this. But if we ignore this area, are we going too far to make it too obvious? The Wumeng Mountain, which we passed through yesterday evening, could be used as a good battlefield. The mountains and forests are dense and the water flow is gentle. Compared to this Grand Canyon, the terrain is much calmer. However, it is precisely because of this that the Tibetan people are easy to take it lightly after passing this danger. If we assume an ambush here at the Grand Canyon, let them see through. Then set up a real ambush circle in Wumeng Mountain. My lord...... Wouldn't it be easier to succeed that way?"

"Wonderful, wonderful!" Xiao Yunhe laughed, "It seems that Bocang and I really think of it together." That's exactly what I envisioned. As you said, if we turn a blind eye in such a dangerous place. It's too obvious. Rather than this, it is better to simply lay a line of defense here. Entangled with his Tubo people here, and made a stubborn appearance. If they attack, we will be defeated, and we will draw them into the encirclement of Mount Umeng; We are waiting for work in Wumeng Mountain. Kill him and turn him on his back!"

Wu Yuanheng also laughed, and his heart finally relaxed a little. For the past two days, in order to choose the location of the ambush battle. These people can be described as eating and sleeping, and they have become like savages crawling and rolling in the mountains.

Next, the two took a detailed look at the canyon area. Where fortifications can be placed, marks are made with masonry. Then I turned back along the way I came, and made a detailed investigation of the terrain around Wumeng Mountain.

After returning to Victoria, Xiao Yunhe immediately beat drums and gathered generals and summoned everyone to come to discuss the matter. That's when it happened. The spies at the front reported that the Tibetan army was rushing to cross the Yellow River, and it was estimated that in three days at most, the army would be able to completely reach Victoria.

Time was urgent, Xiao Yunhe immediately ordered: Song Liangchen led 10,000 infantry. Ambushed to the mountains and forests around Wumeng Mountain. Prepare more fire-starters and bows and arrows. Gao Gu led 5,000 light horsemen and ambushed in a col twenty miles south of Wumeng Mountain. Do not bring only dry food to the fire. Ready to meet Song Liangchen's army at any time and fight an ambush battle. Xiao Yunhe himself led 5,000 flying dragon riders to set off in the starry night and quickly drove to the Grand Canyon to build fortifications. The rest of the soldiers and horses were all handed over to Wu Yuanheng, and he was asked to sit in the state city and be ready to meet the three armies in front at any time.

The entrance was wide open, and the flying dragon rode out on horseback. Xiao Yunhe knew in his heart that time was pressing, and the Tubo people would come faster than they imagined. If you slow down for a moment, there is a good chance that this plan will fail. It is still unclear the specific situation and movements of the Tibetan army. But on the battlefield, things change quickly, and sometimes time is of the essence.

Three thousand horsemen galloped all night, and the horses were exhausted and collapsed. Finally, at dawn, we arrived at the Dajinchuan Gorge. After a short rest, Xiao Yunhe didn't dare to delay. Immediately led the soldiers in person and began to cut down trees to build a walled city defense. It took a busy day, and the three thousand men were almost exhausted to the point of dizziness, before they finished building a fortification that stretched across the canyon. At this time, Victoria also sent some defensive equipment and grain and grass. The fortifications were made with great fanfare, and a stubborn defense was made.

Fortunately, the time was early enough, and the three thousand flying dragon riders under Xiao Yunhe got a precious rest time for one day and one night. Next, the dark post and secret post in front of him kept sending news. It is said that nearly 30,000 troops in Tibet have completely crossed the Yellow River and are assembling on the south bank to prepare to advance to Victoria. In front of the canyon fortifications, Tibetan rangers can also be seen cruising and exploring the way. Xiao Yunhe deliberately spared these scouts so that they could reveal the news from here to the Tubo army behind.

Early that morning, in front of the canyon pass, a few cavalrymen came. This time it was very strange, they did not find out the news and fled in a hurry, but walked straight to the sentry.

Xiao Yunhe personally went up to the arrow tower in front of the sentry and looked down.

A few horses came to the land, and they were obviously all Tibetans. As they walked to the sentry, they heard a crossbow rattling and stopped. One of them shouted in very foul Chinese: "I am an envoy sent by Tubo Zampu, and I have important matters to see Xiao Yunhe, the envoy of Jiannan Xichuan Jiedu!"

"Presumptuous!" a lieutenant who was guarding the front of the city shouted, "The name of the Han King is unknown, can you be called by a barbarian?

The man was stunned by the roar, probably not understanding the meaning of the lieutenant's words, and shouted back: "I am not a bird! I am Chantursi, an envoy sent by Trisong Zanpu!"

Several Tang soldiers couldn't help but laugh out loud. The lieutenant immediately ran back and reported the news to King Han.

Xiao Yunhe sneered a few times and said, "Let those barbarians enter the customs." The king saw him in the tent of the Chinese army. ”

The bow and crossbow are retracted, and the fence is opened. Several Tibetans hesitated for a while and rode in. Several Tang soldiers raised their spears to stop them: "In the Daqi military camp, horses are not allowed to gallop. Get off your horses!"

Shang Tuerxi shouted with some annoyance: "I am an envoy from Tibet, a distinguished guest from the kingdom, I should have privileges!"

"Dismount, or you will be killed!" The Wyvern Knights didn't pay attention to them, and shouted angrily with their iron spears.

Chantur was so frightened that he dismounted in anger and put away his weapons. Then, several people walked on foot towards the Chinese military tent.

Xiao Yunhe sat in the tent of the Chinese army marshal, looking at the few Tubo people who came over with a high toe with an expressionless face. "Odd-_-Book-*-Net-QISuu.cOm"

Shang Tuerxi walked into the tent, glanced around, and said a little arrogantly: "I am Shang Tuerxi, the envoy sent by Chisong Zanpu, and I want to go to Chengdu to meet your Han king." What is the name of the general?"

Xiao Yunhe glanced at this barbarian indifferently and said, "I am the King of Great Qi Han, the Xiao Yunhe you are talking about." If you have anything to say, just say it here. ”

Shang Tuer was obviously surprised: "You are Xiao Yunhe, the king of Han, so young......