Chapter 1385 - 337: Old Geezer_5

Chapter 1385: Chapter 337: Old Geezer_5

"Thirdly, the cavalry that appeared at the end, I do not know if it was arranged by Lord Zheng beforehand or was truly the decision of that commander. In any case, he used a cavalry detachment as a catalyst, effecting a result akin to using a light touch to move a thousand pounds, ultimately leading to the collapse of my Chu army."

Jin Shuke’s cavalry detachment was like two strong wrestlers in a deadlock, suddenly appearing to scratch one wrestler’s itch.

This metaphor seems novel yet is quite fitting—its effect was exceptional. Both Liang Cheng and Lord Zheng saw that the primary credit for this battle should go to Jin Shuke.

After hearing the Zhuguai of Great Chu rambling on, Lord Zheng directly said:

"When I was just a commander, an elder brother in the army taught me this: There is nothing to war except for having strong soldiers and horses."

Shi Yuantang nodded slightly and said, "Those four words are indeed fitting."

It was still due to the high quality of Lord Zheng’s troops and the more abundant warhorses compared to the Chu people. Though taken off guard by the Chu’s sudden counterattack, once they regained their composure, the cavalry forces the Yan people could mobilize still made it difficult for the Chu.

In fact, if Shi Yuantang himself had had a cavalry detachment by his side at that time, he might have already ordered them to achieve the effect that Jin Shuke did, causing the Yan army to collapse first instead.

But, there’s no if in reality.

Shi Yuantang continued:

"Indeed, putting aside differences in leadership and strategy, if both sides make no mistakes, it is truly so."

"Have you finished speaking?" Lord Zheng asked.

Shi Yuantang nodded and said, "I have finished."

"Then have them lay down their weapons and surrender. I will spare their lives. There should still be some Chu soldiers in East Mountain Fortress; let’s also pacify them."

"Yes, Lord."

Shi Yuantang stood up,

proactively stepped off the command chariot,

and walked to the encircled Chu army front.

The battlefield wind blew through the old Zhuguai’s white hair and beard, while the Chu soldiers gazed at his figure with expectant eyes.

Humans are not made of stone; once spirit and courage break completely, the hot-blooded vigor dissipates, and then it is inevitable to start fearing death.

This is very normal,

truly normal.

Shi Yuantang smiled,

turned back,

glanced at the armored figure on the command chariot behind him.

Some things, not many people know.

That is, the Regent never had dealings with the Shi Family back then, but the Fourth Princess was Shi Yuantang’s god-granddaughter.

This old Zhuguai genuinely doted on that girl from the heart,

so naturally,

he wanted to come here to see his god-grandson-in-law.

But it seems that girl hadn’t told this Lord Yan about herself.

Indeed,

who could have thought that they would meet here, in such a way?

Seeing this,

truly,

the sharpness is too overwhelming, way too overwhelming.

......

Lord Zheng did not realize he was being misunderstood, but under the lasting effects of the medicine, he took the initiative to stand up and walked to the front of the command chariot.

This battle, he had won.

Although the cost was great, it was worth it.

After taking East Mountain Fortress, achieving further successes was of secondary importance. What mattered most was that the Eastern Front Army under Lord Zheng’s command could finally catch a breath and recuperate.

Troops need to be replenished, right?

Weapons need to be replenished, right?

Warhorses also need to be replenished, right?

As long as they could win battles, as long as they could achieve outright victories, these would not be problems. Requesting men, horses, and arms from the rear could be done with confidence, and others would have nothing to say.

Plus, with his relationship with Prince Jingnan, hehe.

After the battle at Yangshan Village and this East Mountain Fortress battle, I can rest and recuperate at the rear, watching others go to war.

It’s like an advanced student finishing the test early and comfortably watching the other students scratch their heads in distress, surely a most pleasing sight.

The blind man can return, and Siniang can come handle logistics and sort out the relations among his own troops and two other brigades.

At this moment,

Lord Zheng heard the voice of the Zhuguai of Great Chu from the front, almost angrily roaring:

"I did not hesitate to shame myself by kneeling to beg that Lord for a way out, but that Lord did not agree. He said we must be slaughtered like the Blue Luan Army under Jade Plate City, to boost the Yan people’s military prestige! I am powerless to protect you all; I shall go ahead!"

As the words fell,

Shi Yuantang suddenly drew the knife from a Yan soldier beside him, and decisively slashed it across his neck.

The knife fell,

and the man collapsed.

The Chu army, surrounded in the central area, immediately let out an angry roar:

"Direct Thief, the Yan people leave us no escape!"

"Let’s fight the Yan bastards!"

"Avenge the old Zhuguai!"

Liang Cheng silently raised his sword and ordered:

"Kill!"

The Yan cavalry charged forth on their warhorses.

...

In the distance,

Lord Zheng stood on the command chariot, looking at the aged figure lying in a pool of blood.

He mumbled under his breath,

cursing:

"Old fool."

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It’s hot, got a cold from the air conditioning, everyone take care too, good night.