Chapter 188: Crossing Thousands of Miles, Accumulating Boundless Momentum
"Kill! Kill! Kill!"

There was no noise between heaven and earth, only the shouting and killing sounds that shook the sky.

It is a picture enough to make anyone's heart tremble.

It's not just the terrible shouting and killing.

What’s more important is the terrifying murderous aura that fills the world.

Murderous intent and murderous aura are invisible and intangible things.

But at this moment, the murderous aura surrounding the army had already solidified into substance.

From a distance, it looked like a huge red fog surrounding the army.

It was freezing cold, as if he had just emerged from hell, and it was terrifying.

But from the boundless blood and energy, one can roughly guess how many corpses fell under the iron hoofs of this army.

Under the great banner.

Gao Changsheng was at the front.

Behind him were Li Shimin, Yang Xuangan and others.

But at this time, except Gao Changsheng, everyone maintained the same posture.

Turn your head and look to the left.

Because there, about a few miles away, there was a magnificent city.

Western Xia Imperial City, Xingqing Prefecture.

It was only a distance of seven or eight miles, but it could be described as an army approaching the city.

Looking around, one can clearly see figures moving back and forth on the top of the city wall.

It was obvious that the troops in Xingqing Prefecture were being mobilized.

With just a quick look, you can see that there are quite a few soldiers in the city.

But when it comes to momentum, there is a world of difference between the two sides.

At this time, the aura of the Sui army led by Gao Changsheng was so terrifying that even people who didn't know much about military affairs could see how terrifying it was.

As for Xingqing Prefecture, although there were more and more soldiers and horses on the city wall, anyone who was not a fool could see the panic on those faces.

Even ordinary people can see this obvious contrast, let alone Li Shimin, Li Jing and others.

In this situation, they were confident enough to lead the army to attack the city and flatten Xingqing Prefecture.

Destroy the country!

With these two words before them, there is no doubt that no general could remain calm.

But at the same time, a doubt arose again in everyone's mind.

Where did the Iron Harriers of Western Xia go?
Even in this situation, the other side still hasn't sent out its strongest military soul force.

Hidden means, ambushes in secret?
This is indeed reasonable, but it obviously does not fit the current scenario.

Hundreds of thousands of troops arrived at the city, heading straight for the imperial capital.

The scenes of cities being destroyed and countries being ruined are common.

In this situation, it is not Xixia's turn to hide.

And the most important thing.

At this time, the morale of the Western Xia defenders was obviously shaken and low.

If it cannot be recovered in time, there is no need to continue this battle.

Sending out the strongest Iron Harriers is undoubtedly the best way to boost morale.

But at the moment, there was no sign of anything in the Xixia Imperial City.

None of them were fools, so it was clear to them that they could guess the truth in such a situation.

The Iron Harriers of Western Xia were most likely not in Xingqing Prefecture.

It is common sense that a military unit like the Iron Harriers, which is responsible for protecting the country, must be guarding the imperial city all year round.

Thinking of this, several people involuntarily turned their heads to look at Gao Changsheng.

The Marshal's expression remained calm and indifferent, and he didn't even look at the city in the distance from beginning to end.

"Could it be the Marshal's trick? Did he transfer the other side's military soul troops?"

An idea emerged in several people's minds at the same time.

If this is true, then Gao Changsheng's advance this time was not a sudden move.

But various arrangements had already been made.

This is the case with Western Xia, so what happens next?
"Perhaps we can really fight our way through all the countries and reach Yumen Pass."

An idea that they were originally unwilling to believe arose in the minds of several people at the same time.

Of course, no matter whether the current situation was arranged by Gao Changsheng or not.

But one thing is certain.

Tie Yaozi is not in Xingqing Prefecture.

And without the Iron Harriers, conquering Xingqing Prefecture was not difficult at all for them.

It can even be described as effortless.

Thinking of this, how could they possibly bear it?

Several pairs of burning eyes shot towards Gao Changsheng at the same time.

It was obvious that everyone was waiting for his attitude.

As long as Gao Changsheng gives the order.

Several of them would lead their troops to attack at the first opportunity and flatten Xingqing Prefecture with lightning speed.

For a moment, the surroundings seemed to suddenly become quiet.

The shouting and killing stopped.

But the army seemed to have sensed the atmosphere as well.

The already terrifying murderous aura surged again.

It surged in all directions like an overwhelming force.

The Xingqing Mansion, which stood like a mountain, suddenly began to shake.

If you look closer, you can see that the soldiers, who were already in a panic, have all turned pale.

Behind the city wall, the armored guards all had grim looks on their faces.

In the center of the guards stood a middle-aged man wearing a dragon robe.

Behind the man stood a woman with a white veil on her face whose appearance could not be seen clearly.

But at this time, no one in this large group of people spoke.

They all looked into the distance with either shock or fear.

Just like Li Shimin and others, and the Sui army.

They were also waiting for the other side's actions and Gao Changsheng's orders.

How about Xingqing Prefecture and how about Xixia.

At this moment, it just depends on the other party's thoughts.

However, the man who could decide the fate of a country did not pay any attention here at this moment.

"keep going."

But just when Li Shimin and others were full of expectations.

Gao Changsheng once again uttered the four words that everyone expected.

"why?"

Yang Xuangan asked the question almost instinctively.

Li Shimin on the side had the same expression. The reason he didn't ask was that he didn't speak as fast as Yang Xuangan.

Of course, there were obviously more than just two people who had this question at this time.

Gao Changsheng's purpose has long been no secret.

Cross the Western Xia and Song Dynasty and attack Yumen Pass.

Judging from the current situation in Western Xia, this goal is no longer as out of reach as they imagined.

Of course, the specific situation will depend on what happens on the road later.

But in front of me.

The Western Xia Imperial City was right before them.

With just a little effort, we can break this city and destroy Western Xia.

With such an opportunity in front of us, there is no reason to give up.

"Order the entire army to continue advancing and enter Song territory before dark."

Gao Changsheng did not explain, but just repeated it again.

Once these words were spoken, it meant that it was a military order and there was no room for turning back.

No matter how unwilling you are, you can only suppress the urge to attack.

"Yes."

Several loud shouts were heard.

The scarlet murderous aura that originally shrouded the sky quickly subsided.

In the blink of an eye, the entire army seemed to have become an ordinary force, no longer showing any edge.

But the invisible pressure has become even heavier.

Li Jing, who was standing among the group of people, was startled for a moment and involuntarily turned his head to look behind him.

The pupils, which originally showed a look of surprise, shrank instantly.

Such a change naturally could not be hidden from the two people around him.

Although Yang Xuangan and Li Shimin had always been competing with each other, through the time they spent together, they also discovered Li Jing's excellence.

At this moment, Li Jing suddenly showed such fluctuations. The two were naturally curious.

Instinctively, he turned his head and looked behind him.

"This is……"

Then, a soft cry was heard.

They naturally knew about the large army that was brought out this time.

After the Battle of Shirakawa, Zuo Wuwei was selected through the process of survival of the fittest.

There are also the border cavalry that were taken over from Gu Jiantang and integrated after several battles.

They are the elite among the elite.

This was not the first time they had seen this army, so they were naturally aware of its appearance and combat effectiveness.

But at this moment, in the eyes of several people.

It was as if this army had suddenly changed.

Every soldier and every team has a unique atmosphere.

"When?"

Li Shimin and Yang Xuangan were both stunned.

But he soon woke up.

Along the way, every encounter, every battle, all the processes flashed through my mind frame by frame. "It's not the destruction of the country, not the Western Xia, and not the Great Song."

"The Marshal's purpose has never been this."

"He's gathering momentum."

"He is paving the way with battle after battle and countless enemy corpses."

"Stay on the embankment and store water, waiting for the right moment to release it."

Li Shimin spoke in horror.

This practice is really crazy. It completely treats the countries along the way as decorations.

But if it succeeds.

Hundreds of thousands of elite soldiers, traveling thousands of miles, winning consecutive victories, and the boundless momentum and murderous intent that had accumulated poured out in one fell swoop.

That kind of scene is simply unimaginable.

"The methods of our great commander are truly astonishing."

Li Jing sighed slowly, with admiration flashing in his eyes.

They crossed the country all the way, using the enemy's corpses as supplies to build up their own army's strength.

This kind of behavior is really bold and outrageous.

If it were someone else, let alone thinking about it, even if you told him the method, he would never have the courage to do it.

However, Gao Changsheng advanced without any hesitation.

From the beginning to the end, he did not take the enemy troops on the road seriously at all.

If that were all, at most people would praise you for being brave.

But Gao Changsheng was obviously not like that. From the situation of the Western Xia Iron Harriers, it can be seen that Gao Changsheng had already made arrangements before he set out.

"Building up strength? Why? Isn't it also a victory if we capture Xingqing Prefecture? Why should we turn a blind eye to it?" Lieutenant General Li obviously didn't understand very well and asked.

“Breaking through the front with an unrivaled posture, the accumulated momentum is naturally much stronger than taking a detour.”

Li Jing spoke slowly.

"Xingqing Prefecture is the core of Xixia and a sacred imperial city."

"But for the Marshal, it may not be worth paying attention to at all."

"If it stands in our way, then of course there is nothing to say. We will crush it into ruins."

"But if it's not in front of us, let alone seven or eight miles away, even if it's right next to us, the Marshal won't even take a second look."

The voice fell lightly.

Xingqing Prefecture, the capital of Western Xia.

As for Western Xia, it was the one that defeated Liao and Song dynasties and made them flee in disarray.

But now, in Li Jing's description, it seemed like weeds on the roadside.

If other people heard this, they would definitely pop their eyes out of their buds in shock.

However, no one in the field showed any surprise.

Li Jing's words were indeed arrogant, but the protagonist in his words was Gao Changsheng.

From what they understood, that was indeed the character of their commander-in-chief.

And judging from the current situation, he did so and really did it.

"Of course, in my opinion, there is really no need to attack Xingqing Prefecture now." Li Jing spoke again.

As soon as these words were spoken, several people around turned their eyes at the same time.

"From what we can see right now, Xingqing Prefecture really can't stop our army."

"But as the capital of a country, even if the Iron Harrier has been transferred away, there might still be some hidden tricks left."

Li Jing shook his head: "Of course, it won't be too difficult to capture this city."

"But the Marshal's goal is to build up momentum. A Xingqing Prefecture is not worth changing our route, let alone interrupting our momentum or even losing our momentum."

Li Jing laughed softly:

"Our target is the Mongols and Temujin. They are our biggest enemy."

"Besides, even if we conquer Xingqing Prefecture and destroy Xixia, we can't station troops here."

"Although Xixia is connected to Beimangxihezhou and not far from Jinxi, it can theoretically be connected to our land."

"But there aren't many soldiers in Nanjing right now. Even if the Song clan leader recruits a large number of soldiers, he can only protect himself at most, and it is impossible for him to march into Xixia and occupy it."

"So, even if we destroy the other party, it will only benefit others, including the Song Dynasty, Tubo, Liao, and Northern Mang."

"It's not wise to spend all your time and energy to help others."

"Instead of that, it's better to keep Xixia."

At this point, Li Jing's smile widened.

“I believe that this experience has helped.”

"If the enemy invades Xixia in the future, the sight of the Marshal's flag will be enough to frighten the enemy."

After hearing Li Jing's words, Li Shimin and Yang Xuangan both looked at him deeply.

The sound of horse hooves.

The huge team moved forward and soon disappeared from sight.

It was not until this moment that everyone in Xingqing Mansion breathed a sigh of relief.

The murderous intent was hanging over our heads, and the danger of national destruction was before our eyes.

In Xingqing Mansion, from top to bottom, almost everyone's back was wet with sweat.

"Quick, go and tell General Weiming to bring the Iron Harrier back to the Imperial City as soon as possible."

"Yes."

Faced with this crisis, they no longer cared about the threat from Tubo.

Although the Tibetan Buddhist cavalry is strong, they are still on the border after all.

But right now, the danger visible to the naked eye is right in front of them.

Just when the whole of Western Xia was in chaos.

Gao Changsheng had already led his army out of the territory of Western Xia.

Apart from Western Xia, there is naturally the Song Dynasty.

"Someone?"

Just arrived at the border.

Yang Xuangan spoke first.

"Some people are not surprised."

"Our army's movements are obviously not concealed from anyone."

"Although the Song Dynasty is known to be weak, it is still a great country that has existed for many years, and it has all the necessary means."

"It would be strange if they didn't react when hundreds of thousands of troops approached." Li Shimin laughed.

"But, with just this one person blocking the border, isn't that underestimating us?" Even Li Jing showed a surprised look.

At the border between Xia and Song ahead, what appeared was not an army, but just a man with a gun.

"I have heard that the Song Dynasty court has always avoided fighting if it could."

"On the contrary, there are many loyal and brave people in the martial arts world who often support the border and fight against foreign races."

“It’s just that he dares to stop us alone in the face of hundreds of thousands of troops. He is really too arrogant.” Yang Xuangan snorted coldly.

"Even if you are a land immortal, you are just sending yourself to die."

After listening to Yang Xuangan's words, Li Shimin shook his head.

"As loyal and brave as they are, martial artists would never commit suicide in such a way."

"In my opinion, this man doesn't look like a warrior. Although he holds a spear, he is wearing a Confucian robe. Perhaps he is from the Song Dynasty court."

"Are you asking for peace?" Yang Xuangan raised his eyebrows.

"That's too naive. It's not that easy to just brush aside what they did."

"Moreover, our army has crossed the two countries, just like a swung blade, it is not so easy to retract it."

Yang Xuangan shook his head and looked forward again.

He didn't finish this sentence.

The most important person now is Gao Changsheng, judging by the attitude he is showing now.

Seeking peace is obviously a luxury.

Not to mention sending officials from the Song Dynasty, even if the Song emperor came in person and knelt before him, it would probably not have any effect.

"Zhuge Zhengwo of the Song Dynasty greets Duke Qi."

"It is very impolite of you to ask for a meeting suddenly. I hope Duke Qi can forgive me." The person opposite bowed and spoke.

"He is indeed a member of the Song Dynasty court, haha." Yang Xuangan smiled contemptuously.

"This person is not coming here to ask us to withdraw our troops, that would be too ridiculous."

"In my opinion, instead of doing this, we should ask the commander-in-chief not to target them."

"The Great Song Dynasty and the Northern Mang Xixia are different. I am sure that the Marshal's attitude towards them is definitely not good."

"It must be that Temujin is still alive, otherwise they would have been the ones chopped down by this sword."

Several people around nodded at the same time.

And Yang Xuangan's laughter continued.

"If they behave themselves, it will be fine. Our army will head straight north, towards Yumen, and nothing serious will happen to the Song Dynasty."

"But if they jump out and provoke the Marshal's wrath, it is not impossible for him to turn his troops around and head straight for Lin'an."

Zhuge Zhengwo, who was standing opposite him, naturally had no idea of ​​Yang Xuangan's mockery. He simply bowed and said:
"Your Majesty, I have learned the purpose of Duke Qi's visit."

"Temujin has repeatedly invaded our borders, and he is also a mortal enemy of the Song Dynasty."

"Duke Qi is leading his army to Yumen, and the Song Dynasty will never dare to stop him."

"Your Majesty has already ordered to clear the way for Duke Qi's army."

"This time, I have been specially ordered to lead the way."

"I also hope that Duke Qi will avoid starting a war and not disturb the people along the way and the city passes."

After these words were spoken, Yang Xuangan and others were also surprised.

I didn't expect that the Song Dynasty would make such a choice.

But if you think about it carefully, this is indeed very consistent with the traditional style of the Song Dynasty.

And at this point, it does seem a bit cowardly.

But to some extent, giving in at this time seems to be much better than the two countries of Beimang and Xixia.

Sometimes this may be the advantage of being a coward.

Just when Zhuge Zhengwo was waiting and Li Shimin and others were thinking.

Gao Changsheng suddenly raised his right hand.

Zhuge Zhengwo's face suddenly changed in the distance.

Because that was clearly the gesture of the entire army attacking.

(End of this chapter)