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Before anyone could even make a move,

The people carrying Bian Xiang's banner scattered in all directions.

Bian Xiang's banner was also thrown on the ground and trampled on.

Once the commander's flag falls,

Many of those who charged ahead turned and fled.

The remaining men collapsed at the first encounter with the Liang army.

In no time at all

The troops from Hedong were completely routed.

Chapter 1678 Defeat Too Quickly

Guan Sheng led his troops in a direct assault that lasted for several miles.

Just as he reined in his horse,

He ordered his troops to assemble.

Yingniang said unwillingly, "Weisheng Army is less than ten miles ahead."

"Why not launch a full-scale attack down to the city walls?"

"Perhaps we can take advantage of the situation and rush into the city."

Guan Sheng shook his head and said, "According to what you said,"

"Weisheng has 100,000 troops,"

"If we go any further, we will likely be surrounded by Tian Hu's troops."

"They swept through several miles,"

"The queue will inevitably be very long,"

“If someone attacks from the flank,”

"Then they can divide and annihilate us."

"Tian Hu's power is gone."

"We don't need to compete for credit,"

"As long as we proceed steadily and surely,"

"Wait for the central army to come up,"

"Then we can advance to the walls of Weisheng,"

"In less than two or three days,"

"We will surely be able to capture Weisheng."

Zhang Qing knew that Yingniang was eager for revenge, and nodded.

"General Guan is right,"

"Don't pursue a desperate enemy, especially since not many people are fleeing towards Weisheng."

"The whole mountainside was filled with people fleeing to the east and west,"

"Who would want to flee to Wasion and wait to die?"

"As long as we stop the pursuit,"

"The people running ahead realized what was happening,"

"And they certainly won't flee to Weisheng again,"

"This is the same as annihilating Bian Xiang's entire army,"

Why bother?

Yingniang also felt that what the two said made sense.

Her face flushed red, and she said in a crisp voice...

"I was too hasty."

Zhang Qing looked at the beautiful woman and comforted her.

"The world is so vast, there is nowhere left for Tian Hu to hide."

"I will definitely help you kill him."

.....

In the army of Weisheng,

Tian Hu has just rewarded the three armies.

The night before, Tian Hu learned that the Liang army had already reached a point thirty li away.

He then wanted to launch an expedition as soon as possible to defeat the Liang army.

However, the troops he relied on were several thousand fierce bandits who had dominated Hedong for more than ten years.

These fierce bandits helped him repel countless Song army encirclements and suppressions.

Very strong in combat.

But before these ruthless bandits set out on their campaign...

But they absolutely must be served plenty of wine and meat.

Because they were all outlaws.

No one knows if this will be the last expedition.

Therefore, it is essential to serve them good wine and meat before setting off.

The military situation is urgent.

Tian Hu had no choice but to have Tian Biao urge Bian Xiang to lead the vanguard on the road.

They wanted to keep the Liang army outside the city.

The troops were rewarded.

Tian Hu had just mustered his troops.

Ready to depart,

News of the attack on the vanguard then came back.

I heard that the vanguard of the Great Liang army numbered no more than ten thousand.

Bian Xiang commanded 30,000 men.

Tian Hu did not send reinforcements.

However, the army had only marched two miles.

Then a messenger arrived on horseback.

The vanguard arrived in defeat.

In a panic, Tian Hu dispatched Ma Ling with a contingent of troops to rescue the vanguard.

At the same time, he discussed with a group of people how to proceed and how to retreat.

A group of officials from the State of Jin

Upon hearing that 30,000 vanguard troops had been routed by 10,000 vanguard troops of the Great Liang, they marched in...

They looked at each other in bewilderment.

The defeat of 30,000 troops to 10,000 troops was already a major defeat.

Their rapid retreat was completely unexpected.

Seeing that no one answered, Tian Hu

His complexion was also getting darker and darker.

Seeing Tian Hu's unfriendly expression, Minister Li Tianxi quickly said,

"The Liang army arrived so quickly."

Your subject believes it is best to retreat to Weisheng first.

"After gathering intelligence on the advance troops,"

"It would be wiser to discuss how to defend against the Liang army again."

Privy Councilor Xue Shi also echoed this sentiment.

"The Liang army is coming in with great force,"

"It is best to avoid direct confrontation for now."

Tian Hu frowned and said, "The Liang army has gunpowder to breach the city walls."

"Then we entered the city,"

"We must also engage them in battle,"

"Why not fight them outside the city?"

Li Tianxi said, "They are capable of blowing up the city walls."

"It's just a matter of blasting a gap in the wall."

"All we need to do is send troops to plug the gap,"

"But outside the city,"

"All-out war is about to begin,"

"At that time, I'm afraid our troops will not be able to stop the Liang troops."

Previously, many people believed that the Jin army was twice the size of the Liang army that had invaded.

You can win by having more.

However, the vanguard of 30,000 troops was defeated by the 10,000 troops of the Great Liang.

However, this forced them to take the fighting strength of the Jin army seriously.

Xue Shi also said, "The Liang troops arrived quickly."

"We intend to camp outside the city,"

"It's too late,"

"It would be better to retreat back into the city."

"It won't affect my ability to participate if I want to."

Tian Hu had no choice but to nod in agreement.

"The Minister is right, then let's withdraw Weisheng."

Once the king issued the order,

The army then halted its advance.

Front line becomes back line.

The back line becomes the front line.

They retreated into the city.

The soldiers from Hedong couldn't help but start discussing it amongst themselves.

Furthermore, Ma Ling led his troops to rescue Bian Xiang.

After walking several miles,

Then they saw a tide of fleeing soldiers ahead.

Moreover, most of them fled to the east or west.