Other than the people, there were also the cavalry's warhorses that came out in formation. For some reason, the warhorses that were usually cheerful seemed to feel the solemn atmosphere today. Even when they were in the midst of such a loud commotion, the warhorses were unusually tame.
Amidst the low but passionate singing, all of Yutang's troops, be it infantry or cavalry, went into a conical formation.
It was a triangular conical formation.
The only purpose of such a formation was to attack; it was a formation that could not defend and only attack. It was a formation that would only be used when facing an enemy that was a few times larger than one's own.
At the same time, it was the most extreme and most decisive formation.
Among the Steel Horsemen, twelve youngsters were exceptionally eye-catching. They were also lined up neatly in a row. There was not the slightest bit of hesitation or confusion on their young faces, only determination.
These youths were the children from the small valley where Yun Yang had been recuperating the other day. All of them were there, not a single one missing.
Shangguan Lingxiu, Qiu Jianhan, and Fu Baoguo had solemnly told them to take good care of them and protect them as much as possible.
In fact, they were included in the troop that was retreating this time, but when they left, even the Steel Cavalry's leader had asked them to retreat, repeatedly stating that they were Yutang's future hope. It was not cowardice to retreat now, nor was it cowardice …
However, no matter how much they tried to persuade them, the twelve youths refused to leave.
"Since we're men, we should fight for the country!"
"This is a time of crisis for the country. If we valued our lives, we wouldn't have come."
"We're here to kill the enemy and serve the country, not to be taken care of!"
"If you must chase us away, we'll form our own team and charge the formation ourselves. We won't leave. We've decided to stay here and die here!"
The twelve youths spoke in unison, their words sonorous and sonorous.
Finally, it was Wang Dingguo who made the final decision. "They're all good men. Let them stay!"
Good men and good children. Although there was only a difference of one word, the meaning was as different as heaven and earth.
All the men in the military understood the meaning of these words.
Towards these few youths, they instantly became more friendly.
Previously, they had taken care of and cared for these youths, and even felt a little jealous. A group of half-grown children, what did they know about fighting on the battlefield? Didn't they know that it was a matter of life and death? They had wasted so many good horses, and they even needed someone to take care of them … Leaving was the right thing to do!
But now, there was only the camaraderie of fellow soldiers, enough to entrust his back to the greatest trust!
Now, with the twelve youths accompanying the team to battle, just from their appearance alone, they were already qualified to be Iron Cavalry. There was not the slightest difference between them and their comrades!
They were also prepared to die, ready to fight to the death. They were qualified Yutang soldiers as well, not letting down Yutang's military might!
…
Fu Baoguo had changed into a rare set of golden armor and appeared at the center of the army.
Perhaps it was heaven's will that the heavens were happy to see Yutang's successful battle, as the snow that had been falling for days finally stopped.
Under the sunlight that had not shone for a long time, Fu Baoguo's golden helmet and armor shimmered like a deity, his aura unparalleled.
"War drums!"
Fu Baoguo waved his hand and ordered calmly.
"Dong!"
The dull sound of a drum suddenly rang out, spreading far and wide.
Then …
"Dong … Dong … Dong …"
Another three drumbeats rang out.
"Dong, dong, dong, dong, dong …"
It was only then that the continuous beating of the war drums rang out continuously.
The drumbeats were like a dull pounding on one's heart, causing the blood in one's chest to heat up and surge along with the drumbeats until it boiled!
As the drumbeats grew louder and louder, each of Yutang's soldiers' faces seemed to glow.
They were still motionless, but their hands that were gripping their weapons tightened gradually, their grip on the weapons becoming steadier.
Although all the warhorses were unusually quiet and motionless, each of them had their ears perked up, their muscles tensed up. They did not even make the subconscious movement of wagging their tails.
The only movement they made was to keep their eyes forward, waiting for their master's order before they turned into an arrow that had left the bow and headed for the final battlefield.
On the opposite side.
The Shadow Cavalry surged forward slowly like a tidal wave.
Dongxuan's soldiers' sabers and spears shone brightly, their murderous aura soaring to the sky.
Obviously, Zhan Ge had also adopted the most extreme and forceful method to face the enemy head-on.
'If you want to court death, I shall fulfill your wish.'
'I shall use my strongest combat power, my comprehensive combat power that far surpasses yours, to crush your final counterattack!'
'This is also the greatest respect I can give to my opponent.'
Perhaps, this was the greatest respect that could ever be given in this world!
"Dong, dong, dong …"
Drumbeats rang out from Dongxuan's side as well. Almost at the same time, a loud neigh of a warhorse rang out from Dongxuan's formation, followed by the sound of galloping hooves.
A majestic white horse galloped out; the person sitting on the horse was clad in golden armor like Fu Baoguo, looking majestic. He galloped all the way to the front of the two armies and suddenly hollered, "Fu Baoguo!"
The person was Dongxuan's temporary marshal, Zhan Ge. He had actually come to the front of the formation personally.
On the other side, Fu Baoguo sat on the horse's back, his hawk-like gaze fixed on Zhan Ge but he did not answer.
Under the gaze of tens of thousands of people from both sides, Zhan Ge spoke loudly, "Fu Baoguo! You and I have been fighting until now. Although we have our own standpoints, fighting to the death for our respective masters, this battlefield is also where the greatest glory lies! " "You and I know very well that today is the last battle between both sides.
"You and I both know that today is the last battle between the two sides. Zhan Ge has specially come here to pay his respects to General Fu and to send him off!"
Then, Zhan Ge waved his hand and hollered, "Wine!"
Two riders came out from Dongxuan's formation to deliver the wine pouch.
Zhan Ge took the wine pouch and took out a wine cup. He personally filled the cup and raised his hand. "Marshal Fu, regardless of who wins or loses this battle, it is still a matter for the future. However, it is the duty of a soldier to fight to the death on the battlefield. Let me give you a toast, and a toast to myself as well. If I die at the end of this battle, I have no complaints. If I die, please, if there's a next life, let's be a bosom friend! "
As he finished, Zhan Ge tipped his head back and drained the wine in his hand.
Zhan Ge finished the three goblets in a row and wiped his mouth, speaking loudly again, "I know you're not willing to come out and drink this goblet with me, so I'll drink it myself. These three goblets of wine before this life and death battle are delightful, delightful! Hahaha … "
Coming out like this and toasting in such a manner, it showed the true nature of a soldier who was fearless of life and death; it also showed his magnanimity. Whether Zhan Ge's move was sincere or not, it was a beautiful move.
There was another result to this, or rather, the biggest goal of Zhan Ge's move was to weaken Yutang's already brimming morale as much as possible, and at the same time, boost Dongxuan's morale with the confidence that they would win this battle.
A fleeting glint of glee flashed across Zhan Ge's eyes.
Han Sanhe watched from afar and could not help sighing.
Both sides were on opposite ends of the spectrum. What was the point of playing these little tricks now that they had come to this juncture?
Did you think Fu Baoguo would let you off easy?
Playing tricks in front of an expert like this would only be a futile effort, one that might even bring about one's own destruction!
The reality was exactly as Han Sanhe had predicted. On Yutang's side, Fu Baoguo's voice boomed like thunder.
"Zhan Ge!"
"This marshal has no interest in the three goblets of wine that you've come to offer. I don't agree with what you've said just now at all! I have a few words in my heart that I have to say! "
Zhan Ge said, "Please speak, Marshal Fu."
What he wanted to do and what he wanted to say just now had all been said and done smoothly; Fu Baoguo had not interrupted him at all.
Now that Fu Baoguo wanted to speak, if he were to interrupt him, he would appear to lack the demeanor of a general and shatter the confident atmosphere of victory that he had just built. At the very least, the effect would be greatly reduced.
Fu Baoguo guffawed. "Zhan Ge, you said just now that we each have our standpoints, we each serve our respective masters and we have no choice but to fight. I don't deny the first half of this, we do indeed serve our respective masters and standpoints. However, the latter part, we have no choice but to fight, I find it hard to agree with it!"
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