Zhao Wuji said, "Chibi is now the Enemy Army's territory. I'm afraid our army has long since retreated into the tributaries of the lakes."
"No, it's already over."
Chen Sansi, with an unusually calm expression, uttered words that sent chills down the spine: "The four hundred thousand troops of Jiangnan have all turned into fish food beneath the Luoxiao River."
The words were finished.
He took out the "Divine Speed Talisman" and "Wind Avoidance Talisman," stepped on his Flying Artifact, and quickly disappeared into the sky.
The Jiangnan naval forces.
The Central Army Ship.
"Chen Sansi has already reached Zuixian Prefecture outside of Chang'an City!"
"Chen the Hunter truly is mad!"
Prince Qi took out a secret letter just delivered by the royal court: "In the Capital City, Immortal Master Dan Liangcheng has already returned. Even if Chen Sansi flies to Chang'an alone, it's already too late!"
"It's just a pity..."
Yan Hongyuan sighed profoundly: "The grain and fodder in Fuyu Prefecture, enough to sustain my four hundred thousand troops for half a year, have all gone up in flames! These were the very foundation of our Great Sheng Dynasty!"
"The Beiliang rebels! Truly detestable!"
Zhang Jingwu said through gritted teeth: "They claim it's for the world, but in their hearts, it's all about their own benefits! Especially that Chen Sansi, heavily favored by the court, if he had any issues, couldn't he discuss them properly with the court?"
"Did he have to raise an army in rebellion!"
"The result is widespread suffering!"
An Assistant General hurriedly entered the cabin, clasping his hands: "The rebel army failed to break through; two hundred thousand troops have been forced entirely into Donghan Lake, all exits in front and behind have been completely blocked!"
Prince Qi excitedly slammed the table: "This time, Chen the Hunter has truly shot himself in the foot! If he hadn't led the troops out of Ziwu Valley personally but instead presided over the situation there, he might have carved out a path, saving some strength. But now, two hundred thousand troops will be entirely buried in Donghan Lake!"
"Everything should end now."
Zhang Jingwu said: "Once the grain and fodder arrive, my army can proceed to pursue victory, capturing the rebel forces at once."
"The problem lies here."
Yan Hongyuan asked: "After today and tomorrow, the army's grain and fodder will be exhausted. When will the supplies from Mangshan Prefecture arrive?"
The news finally arrived.
"Mangshan Prefecture has dispatched twenty thousand troops to escort the grain and fodder, and they will arrive in at most three days!"
Zhang Jingwu stroked his beard, chuckling as he said: "When we decided to offer amnesty to those bandits back then, I was somewhat displeased, thinking they should be exterminated. But who would have thought, they turned out to be righteous and valiant. It truly is as they say, 'heroes don't care about origins!'
It's a southeast prefecture, near Liangshan Lake.
There was a band of bandits on Liangshan Lake, very formidable, but unable to withstand the pressure from Prince Zhen Nan, they eventually chose to accept amnesty. After restructuring and dispersing over a hundred thousand troops, only twenty thousand remained, stationed in Mangshan Prefecture.
Nan Xu launched a massive invasion.
This band of troops in Mangshan Prefecture, surprisingly valiant, had repeatedly earned distinctions in battles against Nan Xu. Their leader, Dan Qunyu, has now been appointed "General Cavalry," serving as the Commander of Mangshan Prefecture's Commanding Department, with a subordinate fondly called "Langlibaitiao," who is exceptionally brave.
He had devised numerous brilliant strategies in battles on water against Nan Xu, earning many accomplishments. He is now the National Guardian General and serves as Deputy Capital Commander's Commander.
The White Robe launched a surprise assault, burning the grain and fodder in Fuyu Prefecture.
Thankfully, this band of troops from Mangshan Prefecture came to aid; otherwise, the four hundred thousand troops would have truly been caught in a dilemma.
"Since the supplies have arrived, let's begin."
Zhou Rong made the final deployment before the decisive battle: "Prince Qi, General Nie Yuan, you two stay behind to receive the supplies.
"Daoist Qian Qiren, you and General Zhang Jingwu lead a force to pursue Prince Jin and other rebels fleeing from Youlan Prefecture, ensuring they are intercepted south of the Luoxiao River to prevent any complications.
"The rest of the Ling Family and all the generals, prepare to join me in charging into Donghan Lake to eradicate the rebels!"
On a horse boat specially used for transporting grain and fodder.
The former leader of Liangshan Lake, now the Standard Second Rank General Cavalry Dan Qunyu stood on the deck, gazing at the vast and boundless river, with Zhang Shun and Meng Quji bustling nearby.
After parting ways with Zhang Lai, Meng Quji simply stayed in Liangshan, disguised himself, and changed his name to Meng Erleng, becoming a valuable assistant.
Even Zhang Shun had a pseudonym over at the court.
Dan Qunyu said in confusion: "Are you certain these are instructions from Hero Zhang Lai?"
Meng Quji, carrying a burlap sack, said: "Didn't you see the letter?"
Dan Qunyu drew a sharp breath, pondering: "So Hero Zhang Lai is a subordinate of the Beiliang King!"
Meng Quji said in a deep voice: "We're almost at the destination, you won't back down now, will you?"
Dan Qunyu said: "If Hero Zhang hadn't intervened back then, I would have long been dead in the Netherworld. How would I be here today? This time heading to Chibi, I shall repay him with all my might!"