Han Sanhe was speechless.
His warhorse was kneeling with its front hooves on the ground, its head lowered like it had committed a crime, like a condemned prisoner.
Although Han Sanhe was still riding on the horse, his feet were already touching the ground.
No matter how calm Han Sanhe was in the face of death, he could not help but feel utterly speechless.
After a pause, Han Sanhe dismounted his warhorse and stood with his arms behind his back. He smiled faintly and said, "Looks like this old man has been blind, and I have been disrespectful. Young Master Yun's horse is actually the legendary king of horses, one that only appears once every ten thousand years! The legend of the king appearing and all horses bowing down to him is true. Young Master Yun is truly blessed. King of Horses, this marshal apologizes sincerely for my lack of manners. "
Yun Yang said sincerely, "Marshal Han, how gracious you are."
Han Sanhe said faintly, "This is probably the only grace a defeated general has left."
He laughed and said in a carefree manner, "As a militant, the greatest fortune is to be born in troubled times and to be able to build one's career. However, in this heavenly world of soldiers, a powerful weapon that shouldn't exist has appeared. It's a gift from the heavens that destroys the balance of everything. "
Yun Yang nodded in agreement and said, "That's right."
"Yutang's Nine Supremes – such an existence shouldn't have appeared in this world, nor should it have appeared on the battlefield. The existence of the Nine Supremes is the nightmare of all militants and marshals, it's also the source of their sorrow. " Han Sanhe sucked in a long breath. "No matter how many schemes and schemes there are, they can't stand up to the power of nature!"
"In the face of such boundless might, the so-called talent of a commander … is nothing but a joke." Han Sanhe said faintly, "Actually, the Nine Supremes are not only the sorrow of this old man and the marshals of the four empires, they are also the sorrow of Yutang's marshals like Tie Zheng and Fu Baoguo! Young Master Yun, do you agree with this? "
Yun Yang nodded. "I agree with this argument as well! However, the root of this matter concerns our respective standpoints, so I'm very happy to see such an existence that shouldn't exist in Yutang! The stronger it is, the better! Shouldn't the enemy's nightmare be our Yutang's favorite sight? "
Han Sanhe guffawed. "Well said. If the Nine Supremes were in Dongxuan, this old man would think the same. Of course, I wouldn't mind."
While both of them were talking, Yutang's troop had arrived as well. They were slightly further away from Han Sanhe; the army was majestic, their flags fluttering in the wind.
Naturally, Fu Baoguo came along as well.
Along the way, Fu Baoguo dared not be idle at all. He was afraid that Yutang's army would be greedy for victory and their formation would fall into disarray, giving the enemy a chance to counterattack. Otherwise, they would not have arrived at this time. However, Fu Baoguo could not help but feel suspicious when he saw the confrontation between the two armies. His military experience told him that there might be a great turning point right before his eyes.
Although Yutang's army had the upper hand now, it was not a victory. After all, Dongxuan's military strength was still present and its combined combat power was still far superior to Yutang's eastern troop. Any sudden change could change the tides of the war!
He watched as Yun Yang and Han Sanhe conversed from afar.
Seeing that both of them seemed to be chatting happily, occasionally guffawing, he could not help touching his face and murmuring, "I didn't expect Marquis Yun's young master to have such a relationship with Han Sanhe. He's an expert indeed, his actions are unpredictable …"
Seeing that both of them seemed to be done with their conversation, Fu Baoguo galloped out, joining the conversation of the century.
Yun Yang did not turn back, his eyes still trained on Han Sanhe as he said with a faint smile, "Our true protagonist, Fu Baoguo, is here!"
An inexplicable cloud flashed across Han Sanhe's eyes, as if all the glory he had in the past had flashed past his eyes at this very moment.
Then, he straightened his back and continued to place his arms behind his back, looking up at Fu Baoguo who was riding over.
"Marshal Han, it's been a long time. We meet again." Fu Baoguo hopped off his steed and strode over when he was near.
Although the two armies were at each other's throats and there was no room for negotiation, everyone in the military would still respect Han Sanhe, the legendary God of War of his generation.
Even when they hated him to the core, they still respected him like a deity.
Han Sanhe watched Fu Baoguo with his arms behind his back. After a long time, admiration shone in his eyes. "Fu Baoguo has indeed become a pillar of support. Yutang's fortune!"
"I dare not. Marshal Han praises me too much." Fu Baoguo said, "The current battle was truly a fluke."
Han Sanhe shook his head and said, "How can there be flukes in a war? You, Fu Baoguo, are indeed qualified to compete on the battlefield with any famous general in this world. This is an indisputable fact, a reality. "
Fu Baoguo smiled and said seriously, "Luck has always been a part of one's ability, but this luck of mine is really just luck. If Marshal Han had commanded the previous battle personally, Yutang's eastern troop could only win even with the help of the Nine Supremes Lords. It would have been impossible for them to achieve such a result. This is also the truth. "
Han Sanhe smiled faintly and sighed discreetly.
At this point, there was no need for modesty anymore. Han Sanhe knew that Fu Baoguo was speaking the truth and was speaking from the bottom of his heart.
He wanted Zhan Ge to make a name for himself in a single battle, so he had to take the risk. Now that the risk had appeared, the current reality was the reward for failing to take the risk!
"I wonder if Marshal Han has anything to say to Baoguo by coming personally and waiting here?" asked Fu Baoguo.
Since he saw Han Sanhe standing here, he had guessed Han Sanhe's intention almost immediately.
However, it was because he knew that his respect and admiration for Han Sanhe had involuntarily increased.
This was an extremely terrifying enemy, but he was also an opponent worthy of anyone's respect.
Han Sanhe smiled and said, "This old and useless one is waiting here, of course, to talk to Marshal Fu. As the saying goes, it's difficult to have a bosom friend, but it's difficult to have an enemy.
"Please enlighten me, Marshal Han," Fu Baoguo said respectfully, completely ignoring the sarcasm in Han Sanhe's words.
Han Sanhe turned to look at his Dongxuan troop. Of course, he would not miss the concerned gazes directed at him. He could not help feeling a pang in his heart as he turned back and said, "I believe Marshal Fu can already tell that after today's battle, Dongxuan's morale has been greatly damaged, but Yutang has lost its natural barrier as well. The unbreakable reputation of the eastern border no longer exists. If we continue to fight, it'll be a devastating scene. I believe that neither of us will be happy to see this. "
Fu Baoguo said calmly, "Yes, Marshal Han is right. However, Yutang's warriors have long disregarded life and death. Our only thought is to protect our home and country. At most, we'll perish together, that's all."
Although Fu Baoguo's tone was calm, everyone could hear the determination in his words that he would not hesitate to fight.
Han Sanhe's tone was still calm and steady. "Our army has been defeated in today's battle, this is a fact. However, I've already regrouped my troops and formed a combat force. If we continue to fight, I'm still confident that both sides will perish together. This is the outcome that Marshal Fu has in mind. However, is Marshal Fu really happy to see this? "
Now that Dongxuan had been defeated, it was a huge loss. There were less than three hundred thousand soldiers left and their morale and confidence had dropped to the freezing point. The only reason they could still assemble into an army was because of Han Sanhe's prestige.
Yutang was not having an easy time either. The number of people they had left was far less than Dongxuan's and they had expended a great deal of their energy. Morale was important, but they still needed sufficient physical strength and the support of a comprehensive military force. If the battle were to continue and Dongxuan was reduced to a wailing army, the outcome would be hard to predict. Even the best outcome for Yutang would be for both sides to perish together.
Reality was cruel. It was impossible for Han Sanhe to win and regain the overwhelming advantage he once had, but he knew that it was impossible. However, it was entirely possible for both sides to perish together.
Han Sanhe's words were not empty talk.
Fu Baoguo was well aware of this. After a moment of silence, he said, "Marshal Han, you've seen it clearly."
"However, it's meaningless to do so. It'll only increase the losses of both countries." Han Sanhe said, "That's why this old and useless one is waiting here, planning to have a good talk with Marshal Fu. Why don't both countries call a truce now and leave everything for the future? What do you think? "
Fu Baoguo said calmly, "I'm listening. Even if it's a truce, there should be details of it, shouldn't there?"
Han Sanhe said, "The current situation is unusual, let's skip over the details. Our men will retreat to the original border of both countries. The Fortress of Resilience will still belong to Yutang. I believe Marshal Fu understands that after Dongxuan's army retreats, they won't be able to attack Yutang for the time being. Both sides can … at least ten years of breathing time."
"Isn't Marshal Han thinking too much? Our army has already gained the upper hand and the initiative now. Most importantly, Marshal Han needs to understand that as long as the Nine Supremes Lords show up once more, they can crush the remaining fighting spirit of Dongxuan's three hundred thousand soldiers. Under such circumstances, we can pursue them with our victory and chase them all the way to Dongxuan's gates, or even march straight in."
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