My older brother is Gao Huan.

Chapter 527 He could become a great general in the future!
Gao ordered an inventory of the battlefield to compile a detailed list of casualties.

He fought a battle against Hebasheng.

Eight hundred and forty-seven were killed and one thousand nine hundred and ninety-seven were wounded. In this battle alone, nearly three thousand elite soldiers were lost. Being wounded meant losing the ability to continue fighting and had to be sent back to the rear for treatment.

This is a significant loss.

However, Hebasheng also paid a heavy price, suffering nearly 5,000 casualties in the battle.

Judging from this casualty ratio, the enemy must also be elite troops, otherwise they could not have caused such great damage to the elite garrison troops that Gao Yu had sent.

Setting down the official documents in his hand, Gao Yu looked up at Gao Ang in front of him.

"Ao Cao, how are your injuries?"

Gao Feng waved his hand dismissively, "It's just a minor injury, nothing to worry about."

"Really? Let me see."

Gao Yu, still feeling uneasy, got up and walked to his side.

Gao Ang was his most valiant cavalry general, not to mention a relative of his own.

Let's not talk about anything far away...

Gao Ang has a bad relationship with everyone because he looks down on all those who are inferior to him. In his heart, there is only Gao Yu, who is like a sun. In addition, his status as a clan member makes him a rare member of the clan in any era.

He was a lone minister who did not form factions, had a bad temper, was highly capable, and enjoyed extremely high prestige among the lower-ranking soldiers in the army.

Not to mention that the two have known each other for many years and spent a lot of time together, so their feelings for each other are undeniable.

Although anything can happen on the battlefield, especially as the intensity of the conflict between him and Erzhu Rong increased, the fighting between the two sides became even more brutal.

People like Gao Feng, who like to lead troops into battle, are more likely to encounter unexpected problems.

Dying on the front lines was perhaps his destiny and his life's wish.

However, we must not allow him to suffer an accident due to a lack of proper care because of his injury. Given the limited medical resources in ancient times, we must be cautious.

"Prime Minister, when did you become so fussy and indecisive?"

As always, he couldn't speak.

Gao Yu frowned and said, "Take off your shirt and let me see."

Gao Ang reluctantly took off his shirt, revealing his upper body covered with hideous scars. "The medical staff has already applied medicine and bandaged it up. There's nothing serious."

Gao Yu then nodded.

The wounds looked gruesome, but because the armor worn by these high-ranking generals was specially made by Gao Yu's craftsmen, with extra protection in vital areas, it did not cause fatal injuries.

"We cannot be careless. You will rest in the camp for a few days. Hebasheng is also injured, so he is unlikely to launch an attack in the short term."

Gao Ang ultimately couldn't persuade Gao Yu, and had no choice but to nod in agreement.

Say it.

Gao Yu got up and walked out of the tent. Led by Liu Yi, he arrived at the tent where Gao Yang was located.

He lifted the curtain and went inside.

He then discovered that Duan Shao and Huli Guang were already inside, seemingly comforting Gao Yang.

"Prime Minister."

The two quickly bowed.

Gao Yang lowered his head in utter dejection, and when he learned that Gao Yu had come, he even looked ashamed and dared not raise his head.

Gao Yu waved his hand upon seeing this.

Hulü Guang and Duan Shao tactfully left the tent.

Gao Yu then sat down beside him. "Are you injured?"

Gao Yang shook his head, then secretly glanced at Gao Yu out of the corner of his eye, his expression resembling that of a child who had made a mistake.

"It's good that you're alright. This experience serves as a reminder to you to be careful on the battlefield in the future."

Gao Yu reached out and patted his head. "To be able to do this at such a young age, A-Yang, you've done a great job. Even I, your uncle, couldn't do this at your age. Why should you blame yourself?"

Feeling Gao Yu's broad and warm hand and hearing his comforting words, Gao Yang could no longer hold back. His face was full of grievance and his voice was even a little tearful. "Uncle... I have disgraced you."

"Silly boy."

Gao Yu shook his head, both amused and exasperated. “There are so many nephews and nieces, but how many can join the army at such a young age and fight on the front lines like you? You are no less capable than anyone else. Your father told me frankly that he was very pleased with your achievements.”

Gao Yang is very sensitive.

He gritted his teeth and fought desperately, all of which was to prove himself to Gao Huan and Lou Zhaojun.

They were also determined to compete with Gao Cheng at all costs!
Ultimately, it comes down to being neglected too much in childhood and not receiving much favor from parents, while Gao Cheng is a prime example of someone who enjoys all the parents' favor.

“You’re not strong yet. In a few years, you might not lose to Helianda. He’s just bullying you because he’s a few years older than you. Why should you hold a grudge?” Gao Yang nodded and rallied. He gritted his teeth and said, “Uncle… I will never be as pathetic as I am today again.”

"That's natural."

Gao Yu chuckled and said, "When my uncle gets old, I'll have to rely on you to be my general and lead the troops to punish the disloyal.

Gao Yang's eyes lit up instantly, and his gaze returned to its former brilliance. "Me...someone like me can also become a Grand General?"

"Why not?"

Gao Yu laughed loudly, "Or are you saying you lack confidence?"

As if afraid that he would change his mind, Gao Yang quickly denied it, saying, "My uncle has confidence in me, so I believe I can do it."

Gao Yu shook his head and corrected him, "Ayang, you need to understand one thing: your ability is your own, not something that others recognize. You are naturally gifted and have the makings of a great general. You don't need my approval to be a great general."

Gao Yang then beamed with joy, "When that day comes, won't even the princes have to bow respectfully to me and address me as the Great General!"

"You."

Gao Yu was both amused and exasperated.

Why is this kid so determined to compete with Gao Cheng?

But that’s fine.

This is an extremely valuable learning experience.

Not everyone can brush with death and come back alive.

This is a blessing from heaven, proving that even God didn't want Gao Yang to leave the stage too early.

After calming Gao Yang down...

Gao Yu then left in a hurry.

He also needs to personally inspect the military camp.

How could a camp be built in a day? Right now, it's just a rough outline. They dug some trenches around the perimeter and used chevaux-de-frise and deer antlers for protection.

They mostly used sidecars and supply wagons to block the way.

In times like these, we need to be extra careful to prevent enemy attacks.

Simultaneously.

He also had to personally give the sentry commands, all of which he learned from Qi Jiguang's military books.

None of them are particularly difficult.

What's needed is caution.

Besides.

Gao Yu also found Chen Yuankang.

"Changyou, is the letter of surrender ready?"

"It has already been prepared. Please take a look, Prime Minister."

Chen Yuankang presented the letter of surrender.

Gao Yu glanced through it and found nothing wrong with it. Chen Yuankang's paperwork was truly impeccable. Only then did he turn around and hand it over to Liu Yi.

"Send someone to shoot the letter of surrender onto the city wall."

"Here!"

Gao Yu didn't expect Chilie Yanqing to be persuaded to surrender, as Chilie Yanqing had a close relationship with Erzhu Rong.

Especially since Erzhu Rong was far from being at his wit's end, and having reached the position of Chilie Yanqing, it was impossible for him to betray him easily.

But what about his soldiers?

Even if it could alienate Chilie Yanqing and his soldiers, it would still help him conquer the city.

All's fair in war, right?

It was basically a matter of getting Chen Yuankang to use his pen, costing almost nothing.

Try every method that's available in turn.

just in case.

What if it succeeds?

That would be an extremely profitable venture!

(End of this chapter)