bayedsolid Chapter 238: Worry about ghosts
Chapter 238: Worry about ghosts
Lin Kunlun's eyes were like the brightest searchlight in the night sky, slowly sweeping across the faces of everyone present. His eyes were firm and sharp, as if he could see into everyone's heart. When he realized that everyone had reached a consensus and unanimously agreed that they should quickly fight and take Henan County, the corners of his mouth slightly raised, revealing a satisfied and meaningful smile.
"Since everyone thinks we should act decisively, then," Lin Kunlun's voice was steady and powerful, as if it could penetrate the silence of the night, "let's discuss in detail how this battle should be launched."
Tie Feng, the burly general, had a confident smile on his face. His eyes were firm and his tone revealed his unquestionable determination. "If the thousands of elite cavalry under Sun Ting were still there, we might not have a chance of winning. But with these palace soldiers in front of us, humph, they are not enough to pose a threat to us!"
Lin Kunlun pondered for a moment, tapping his fingers on the table, and then proposed a bold strategy: "I plan to gather all our horses together to form a cavalry team, and let you, General Tie, lead it." He looked directly at Tie Feng and continued, "At the critical moment, we will rely on your cavalry to break through the enemy's encirclement."
Tie Feng laughed loudly and said, "Don't worry, General Lin. No matter what kind of defense line or encirclement they set up, I have the confidence to defeat it. When I was fighting against the barbarians in the northeast, I dared to rush into their camp alone, let alone these insignificant opponents."
Lin Kunlun nodded in agreement: "Then I'll have to trouble General Tie. You lead the cavalry as our flank. According to the battlefield situation, you can flexibly decide when to launch an attack." He knew that Tie Feng and others had much more experience on the battlefield than he did. Therefore, all he could do was to give them the greatest support and trust.
"Generals! Most of you have more combat experience than me! How should we fight tomorrow? We need to come up with a plan!" Lin Kunlun's eyes were like torches, scanning Tie Feng, Mu Feng and several other veterans who fought alongside them. These people have experienced hundreds of battles and have now become the indispensable backbone of the team. If it weren't for their careful training and command, this team of peasants would probably be defeated and flee when they encountered the yamen runners.
"Marshal Lin! I have just sent scouts to find out the truth about this place!" Tie Feng looked resolute, and his tone was full of unquestionable courage. "This time we need to pass through the southern part of Daxiguan. There are thousands of officers and soldiers stationed there, which is a big obstacle on our way forward! In my opinion, we might as well concentrate our strength and fight our way out of here!"
"And according to our latest intelligence, the troops from Northwest County that have been following us have now come up! This means that our retreat has been completely cut off! Now we only have two options left. One is to take a long detour and cross the steep mountains! But our food and grass reserves obviously can't sustain that long! The other way is to force our way through here! This requires tearing a hole in the enemy's defense line south of Daxiguan!" Lin Kunlun frowned, knowing the urgency of the current situation. He took a deep breath and tried to make his voice sound calm and powerful: "Everyone, the situation we are facing is indeed dangerous. But remember, there is often life in crisis. We now have two choices. No matter which way we decide to go, we need to unite closely and exert our greatest combat effectiveness."
He once again scanned the people present, and finally fixed his gaze on Tie Feng: "General Tie, your cavalry is our sharpest blade. Whether we can open up a passage through this enemy force depends on you."
Tie Feng held his head high, his eyes firm, "Marshal Lin, please rest assured. I will lead the cavalry to charge ahead and clear the way for the main force."
Lin Kunlun nodded slightly, then turned to Mu Feng: "Mu Feng, you are responsible for the collection and analysis of intelligence. The most important thing now is to accurately judge the enemy's movements and provide us with decision-making support."
Mu Feng replied in a deep voice: "Understood, Commander Lin. I have sent additional scouts to ensure accurate intelligence is provided in the shortest possible time."
Seeing that everyone was clear about their duties, Lin Kunlun stood up and said with a firm look: "In this case, let us join hands and face this challenge together! Remember, we are not fighting alone, and there are countless people behind us who are looking forward to our victory. For them, we must not retreat even a little bit!"
As Lin Kunlun's order was issued, the entire camp immediately fell into a tense and busy state. The soldiers carefully checked their equipment and prepared ammunition, and their morale was high. They knew that the upcoming battle would be extremely difficult, but they firmly believed that as long as they had a unified mind and worked together, nothing could stop them from moving forward.
Since the plan was set, everyone decided to force their way through the pass, and decided to set off in the early morning. That was the time when the defenders were the most lax and the defense was the weakest. If they launched a surprise attack at that time, they would be able to break through the enemy's defense line in one fell swoop and pass through easily.
Before the night faded and the cocks began to crow, the troops led by Lin Kunlun quietly set out on their journey north. The moonlight was like water, sprinkling on the marching road, reflecting the resolute faces.
Tie Feng led hundreds of cavalry and more than a thousand elite soldiers to clear the way, showing unparalleled bravery. Mu Feng led more than 3,000 soldiers to the rear to ensure the safety of the team. Lin Kunlun and Lin Er, with their personal guards around them, were in the center of the team, controlling the lifeblood of the entire army.
Although Lin Kunlun and his team were ready to break through, they couldn't just run into the soldiers' knives! This time, they specially found a local guide, who was also forced to live in the local area.
"Brother! I wonder what this mountain was like in the past!" Lin Kunlun asked in a low voice, his eyes revealing his vigilance towards the unknown terrain.
The guide was a middle-aged man with a weathered face, but his eyes were shining with an unyielding light. He held the reins tightly and took a deep breath, as if to inhale all the mountain air into his chest, and then he said: "Marshal Lin, this mountain is called 'Black Wind Ridge'. The terrain is steep and easy to defend but difficult to attack. On the other side of the mountain is the enemy's defense line south of Daxiguan. As far as I know, the enemy has deployed heavy troops here. It is not easy to pass through here."
Lin Kunlun frowned slightly. He knew how risky this operation was. But thinking of the people behind him and the entire battle situation, he resolutely said, "Brother, do you know if there is any shortcut or secret mountain road that can bypass the enemy's defense line?"
The guide pondered for a moment, then nodded: "There is a small path, but it is extremely dangerous and few people know about it. It's just..." He hesitated, seeming to have some concerns.
"Just say it, brother." Lin Kunlun encouraged.
"The locals call that road 'The Devil's Trouble'. It is not only steep and difficult to travel, but also often infested with wild beasts. More importantly, it leads directly to a secret stronghold of the enemy. If we choose this road, once discovered, we will be surrounded by the enemy." The guide's voice was low and powerful, making the atmosphere around them tense.
After hearing this, Lin Kunlun was silent for a while. He knew it was a gamble, but at this critical moment, he had to make a decision. Finally, he raised his head and said with a firm gaze: "Brother, take us to the 'Ghost-Seeing' Road. We have no choice but to take a risk."
The guide nodded, said nothing more, and led the team into the depths of the unknown forest.
The night was getting darker and darker, and the fog in the forest gradually spread. The team marched hard on the rugged mountain road, and from time to time they could hear the soldiers' deep breathing and the neighing of horses. But no matter how difficult it was, they did not stop, because they knew that only by walking out of the forest could they welcome the dawn of victory.
Under the guidance of the guide, Lin Kunlun's team gradually went deeper into the hinterland of "Ghost Sees Sorrow". The mountain road was rugged and uneven, and huge rocks blocked the road from time to time, which required the soldiers to move together to continue moving forward. In addition, the mountains and forests were filled with thick fog, which greatly restricted the vision. The team had to rely on the weak moonlight and the guidance of the scouts to move forward with difficulty.
As the altitude gradually increased, the air began to become thinner and the temperature dropped sharply. The soldiers wrapped their clothes tightly to resist the biting cold wind. However, at this moment, a sudden wolf howl broke the silence of the forest, making the already tense atmosphere even more solemn.
"Stay alert, pay attention to your surroundings!" Lin Kunlun shouted in a low voice. He knew that in this unknown forest, besides the enemy, there were countless dangers lurking in the dark.
The team continued to move forward and finally came to a relatively open area. At this time, the sky was getting brighter and the fog was gradually dispersing, revealing the scene ahead. A narrow valley stretched out in front of us, with steep cliffs on both sides of the valley, and only a winding path leading to the other side.
"Is this where we are going to pass?" Lin Kunlun looked at the valley ahead with a frown. He knew that this would be the most severe test they would face.
The guide nodded and said, "Yes, this is the most dangerous section of 'Ghost Sees Sorrow'. After passing this place and crossing a mountain, we will reach the enemy's defense line south of Daxiguan."
Lin Kunlun took a deep breath, knowing that the next battle would be extremely fierce. He turned to Tie Feng and said, "General Tie, you lead the cavalry first and make sure to seize a favorable position before the enemy finds you."
Tie Feng took the order without hesitation and led the cavalry to rush into the valley. Following closely behind was the infantry led by Mu Feng, who followed closely behind the cavalry, ready to support at any time.