The Ming Dynasty: The most ruthless imperial grandson, Old Zhu begged me not to kill him.

Chapter 643 The troops are approaching the city
Zhu Xiong Ying stood in the center of the battlefield, surrounded by raging flames and deafening shouts.

His gaze was icy as he stared at the situation before him.

As he had predicted, Timur's main forces launched a fierce offensive.

The enemy's iron cavalry surged towards the Ming Dynasty's defenses like a flood, their momentum overwhelming, seemingly poised to breach the Ming Dynasty's barrier in one fell swoop.

"Your Highness, the enemy's offensive is becoming increasingly fierce, and the troops at the front are on the verge of collapse!"

Li Jinglong ran over, covered in sweat, his face full of anxiety.

Zhu Xiong Ying frowned, but remained calm.

"Maintain formation and don't let their cavalry break through our defenses."

He said this with unwavering composure and decisiveness.

"Order the archers and musketeers in the rear to prepare for a counterattack and suppress their offensive with firepower."

“The enemy cavalry is fast, but we must use firepower to suppress them outside the defensive line.”

He calmly gave orders, his eyes fixed on the enemy's movements.

Li Jinglong immediately accepted the order and left. The entire defensive line quickly began to adjust, with archers and musketeers unleashing their firepower, which immediately slowed down the enemy's offensive.

However, Zhu Xiong Ying knew that this was only temporary.

The main forces of the Timurid Empire were formidable and would never retreat easily.

"We must hold on until the enemy's offensive begins to weaken, then we can launch a concentrated counterattack."

He pondered silently, a determined light flashing in his eyes.

At this moment, the battlefield was filled with deafening battle cries, and the enemy cavalry surged like waves, repeatedly assaulting the Ming Dynasty's defenses.

Although the Ming soldiers fought hard, they were clearly under immense pressure.

"Your Highness, the enemy's offensive is too fierce, and our soldiers are beginning to waver!"

A general rushed over, looking anxious.

Zhu Xiong Ying frowned, his cold gaze sweeping across the battlefield.

He knew that this was the most critical moment; if the defenses collapsed, all efforts would be in vain.

"Pass down the order: all generals must keep the soldiers calm and not allow them to retreat in the slightest!"

He said this with unwavering determination and resolve.

"At the same time, order the reserve force to quickly move forward to provide support and completely suppress the enemy's cavalry."

Zhu Xiong Ying made her decision calmly, and every word she spoke was full of power.

The general immediately took the order and left, and the entire Ming Dynasty's defense line quickly stabilized under Zhu Xiong Ying's command.

At this point, the enemy cavalry had reached a stalemate, their speed and strength gradually being weakened by the Ming Dynasty's firepower and infantry.

Zhu Xiong Ying's eyes were as sharp as an eagle's, coldly watching the enemy's movements.

"Now is the time to strike back!"

He said in a low voice, and then decisively gave the order.

"Launch a full-scale counterattack! Concentrate all forces and utterly crush the enemy cavalry!"

At Zhu Xiong Ying's command, the morale of the Ming soldiers soared, and they began to switch from defense to counterattack.

The volley of fire from musketeers and archers threw the enemy cavalry into disarray, while the Ming infantry seized the opportunity to charge and cut through the enemy lines.

"Brothers, follow me and fight your way out!"

Li Jinglong shouted loudly and led a team of elite troops to charge towards the enemy's vanguard.

On the battlefield, swords clashed and blood flew everywhere, and the battle between the two sides grew increasingly fierce.

Zhu Xiong Ying stood on high ground, calmly directing the overall situation.

He knew that the key to this battle lay in whether or not the enemy's offensive could be completely thwarted.

If the enemy's main cavalry force is annihilated, the Timurid Empire will no longer have the strength to continue its offensive.

Time passed second by second, and the battle became increasingly intense.

Finally, under the Ming army's tenacious counterattack, the enemy's cavalry formation completely collapsed.

"Your Highness, the enemy cavalry has been routed!"

Li Jinglong ran over excitedly, his face full of excitement.

Zhu Xiong Ying nodded slightly, but her gaze remained calm.

“This is just the first step.”

He said this with utmost rationality in his tone.

“The enemy’s main infantry force hasn’t moved yet; their real killing move is probably yet to come.” His gaze was deep, and he had already seen through the enemy’s strategic intentions.

Upon hearing this, Li Jinglong's expression tightened, and he asked, "Does Your Highness mean that the enemy is still waiting for an opportunity to launch a more intense attack?"

Zhu Xiong Ying nodded, a cold glint in his eyes.

"good."

"The enemy's cavalry is just the vanguard; their main infantry force is the real key to this battle."

"We cannot let our guard down and must immediately adjust our defensive line to meet the enemy's infantry attack."

He said this with utmost calmness and decisiveness.

Upon hearing this, Li Jinglong immediately accepted the order and left. The entire Ming army quickly began to redeploy in preparation for the enemy's infantry offensive.

***
As darkness fell, the atmosphere on the battlefield grew increasingly tense.

The enemy's main infantry force finally began to move.

Their formation was perfectly aligned, their morale was high, and they pressed closer and closer to the Ming Dynasty's defenses.

Zhu Xiong Ying stood on high ground, his eyes sharp and cold as he watched the enemy's movements.

"The enemy's infantry offensive has finally begun."

He muttered to himself, already preparing himself for what to do.

"Pass down the order to reinforce our infantry formation, and at the same time mobilize archers and musketeers to continue suppressing the enemy's advance."

"We must prevent the enemy's infantry from getting close to our lines."

He said this with utmost calmness and decisiveness.

The entire battlefield was quickly reorganized, with archers and musketeers unleashing their firepower simultaneously. Although the enemy infantry was numerous, they were still suppressed by the Ming Dynasty's firepower and could not get close.

However, Zhu Xiong Ying knew that the Timurid Empire's infantry was extremely powerful and they would not give up easily.

"We cannot rely solely on firepower suppression; we must take the initiative."

He pondered silently, a cold glint in his eyes.

At this moment, the enemy forces on the battlefield were gradually approaching the Ming Dynasty's defense line. Their infantry, armed with spears and shields, were advancing slowly but steadily.

"Now is the time for us to launch a counterattack."

Zhu Xiong Ying decisively gave the order.

"Charge with all troops and completely crush the enemy's main infantry force!"

Following his orders, the Ming army launched another fierce counterattack.

Infantry and cavalry advanced together, while musketeers and archers continued to suppress the enemy's attack.

The battle on the battlefield grew increasingly fierce, with soldiers on both sides fighting with all their might to achieve final victory.

Zhu Xiong Ying's gaze was icy as she intently watched every change on the battlefield.

He knew that the crucial moment of the battle had arrived.

If the enemy's main infantry force can be defeated, the entire battle situation will be completely reversed.

"Timurian Empire, your plans are doomed to failure."

He made a silent vow in his heart, his eyes shining with determination.

***
The battle lasted all night, and in the end, the Ming army, with its tenacious resistance and precise strategy, completely crushed the enemy's main infantry force.

"Your Highness, the enemy's infantry has collapsed, and the battle has been won!"

Li Jinglong ran over excitedly, his voice brimming with enthusiasm.

Zhu Xiong Ying nodded slightly, a faint smile appearing on her face.

"Victory belongs to us."

He said this with unwavering determination and confidence.

However, his gaze remained cold and stern.

"Although we have won this battle, the threat from the Timurid Empire has not been completely eliminated."

"We must remain vigilant to prevent the enemy from making a comeback."

He spoke with utmost vigilance and rationality.

Upon hearing this, Li Jinglong immediately nodded in agreement.

"Your Highness is right. Although the enemy has been temporarily repelled, their strength should not be underestimated."

Zhu Xiong Ying stood in the center of the battlefield, gazing into the distance.

(End of this chapter)