One had to know that a battle in the depths of winter was the greatest taboo for an army. This was especially so when attacking a city in the depths of winter. Even if they had ten times the military strength of the enemy, it was impossible for them to succeed in the depths of winter. Furthermore, they were attacking the Heavenly Water Ravine Pass! This was simply a suicidal battle! So what if they had an army of two million?
Especially when he heard the words' my Ling family's natural stronghold, Heavenly Water Ravine Pass', Xiao FengYang's mouth couldn't help but twitch.
After being stunned for a long time, Xiao FengYang finally regained his senses and shook his head, "I don't believe you. My brother is well versed in the art of war and would definitely not do such a thing. You must be lying to me. "
Ling Tian chuckled and said, "Second Master Xiao is an expert in the art of war, so it is understandable that you don't believe me. However, it is no longer important whether you believe me or not. I am only here to inform you. Besides, you are now my prisoner. Even if I lie to you, what good will it do me? Do you really think that you will be able to leave this place? Oh, there is one more thing that I almost forgot to mention. I heard that the general manager of this expedition is the Sect Master of Above Heavens, Meng Qihun. All the experts under him are here as well. It seems like this Sect Master Meng really hates me to the core. "
Ling Tian clicked his tongue and said with interest, "Do you want to know what arrangements I have made? If you are interested, I am willing to share it with you! "
When Xiao FengYang heard that the general manager of this expedition was the Sect Master of Above Heavens, and that Ling Tian was even able to reveal his name and background, he was already somewhat doubtful. This was because Above Heavens had always wanted to take over the military authority of the Xiao Family. However, with Xiao FengYang around, Above Heavens had always been on guard against them. If Above Heavens were to gain control of the military authority, the Xiao Family would no longer have any value. When Xiao FengYang was defeated and captured, he had already predicted that Above Heavens would take advantage of the situation. Now that Ling Tian said it, Xiao FengYang's heart tightened.
He said indifferently, "Whether you tell me or not is your own business. What does your arrangement have to do with me?"
Ling Tian let out a mysterious smile and said, "My arrangements are actually extremely simple. I only gave the order for the guards of the Heavenly Water Ravine Pass to completely seal off the path to the southeast. First, they would use boulders to block off the path to the southeast. Then, they would use water to freeze the path and gather all the accumulated snow within the pass. Following which, they would set up 5,000 cauldrons. Haha, I have increased the number of elite soldiers stationed in the Heavenly Water Ravine Pass to 50,000. Apart from that, there is an army of 400,000 awaiting orders in the Heavenly Water Ravine Pass."
Ling Tian looked at Xiao FengYang smilingly and said, "Second Master Xiao, what do you think? Do you think I can stop the crazy attack of two million soldiers from the Xiao family? You are an expert in the art of war. I believe in your judgment! "
Xiao FengYang could no longer remain calm as he painfully closed his eyes.
Melting snow into water was not a big deal. Even drenching the enemy with boiling water was a very normal attack and defense method. But now that the weather was at its coldest, it was extremely useful.
When the Xiao clan attacked the city, there was no need to really boil the water. They only needed to pour the snow water down and it would be able to greatly injure the enemy. Now that it was so cold, if the snow water was poured down, as long as one did not remove their armor in time, it would directly freeze their armor and skin together, freezing them to death. At that time, even if they wanted to remove their armor, they would have to peel off a layer of their skin.
No matter how many sacrifices the Xiao family made and how many sections of the city walls they broke, as long as the pass was still in the hands of the Ling family, all they needed to do was pour the water down the city walls. In just a single night, all the damage would be repaired with ice that was as hard as metal. In fact, it would be even harder than before. Furthermore, it would be impossible to climb over.
Ling Tian had already increased the number of soldiers defending the pass to fifty thousand, and he could replenish the remaining four hundred thousand soldiers at any time!
The Heavenly Water Ravine Pass was only so small, and they could only attack in batches. Under such circumstances, not to mention the two million soldiers of the Xiao family, even if they had another two million soldiers, it would be impossible for them to attack the Heavenly Water Ravine Pass in the middle of winter!
Originally, with the outstanding martial arts of the Above Heavens people, they might be able to sneak into the pass and open the city gates. But now, Ling Tian had blocked off the path. This move of his was akin to 'one law breaking all laws', completely destroying the last bit of hope.
Xiao FengYang sat there in a daze, not moving at all. His eyes were filled with despair.
Ling Tian stood up and cupped his hands with a smile, "Second Master Xiao, this Ling Tian is really only here to report the situation of the battle. Now that it is over, I will not disturb Second Master Xiao's reading mood any longer. Farewell!" With a smile, he walked out proudly.
The stone door closed with a loud bang. Xiao FengYang's body trembled, and his tall and straight figure suddenly shrank. In an instant, he looked as though he had aged a few years …
"The Xiao family … is finished …" With a sigh, Xiao FengYang sat down on the cold ground with a heart as dead as ash.
*****
However, was what Ling Tian said true?
Of course not.
Apart from what Ling Tian said, all the preparations he made were true. As for the news of the Xiao Family's invasion, it was completely false.
Ling Tian did not wish to exterminate the Xiao family, and he had never intended to do so. This was something that he had already decided long ago. Old Master Ling and Xiao FengHan were sworn brothers. Although Xiao FengHan was not a good friend, Old Master Ling and Old Lady Ling placed great importance on this sworn brotherhood. When one grew old, they would naturally miss their younger days. As for Xiao FengHan, the two old men's little brother, he was the biggest highlight in their memories.
However, the two old men only watched and waited. They did not have the slightest intention of interfering with Ling Tian's decision. They did not want to, and were not willing to, carry another heavy burden on their Grandson's young shoulders, and add a pair of emotional shackles. Therefore, the two old men did not do anything, and did not even say anything.
However, how smart was Ling Tian? Every time Ling Tian returned to the Ling House, he would talk about the recent situation, the war, and the Xiao family. Both old men would always be in low spirits. Ever since the battle with Xiao FengYang, in a short period of time, Ling Tian could clearly see that his grandparents had aged a little.
Ling Tian was not a fool. He naturally knew why it was like this. The two old men were already old. If their sworn brother's family were to be destroyed by their Grandson, the two old men might really not be able to take it. If something were to happen to them, it would be too late for Ling Tian to regret it. Ling Tian was not willing to give them any more blows. Therefore, Ling Tian had been looking for a way. To be able to resolve this matter perfectly.
The reason why he had made up such a lie to Xiao FengYang was because of Ling Tian's psychological attack. First make him despair, then give him hope. As the saying goes, give a sweet date after a stick, give a sweet date after another stick. This was Ling Tian's specialty. As an important figure in the Xiao Clan, Xiao FengYang's importance to the Xiao Clan was even greater than that of the Xiao Clan's Patriarch Xiao FengHan. As for his attitude, it was undoubtedly crucial to Xiao FengHan. As long as Xiao FengYang was the first to soften up, coupled with Xiao YanXue's help, there would be some hope for this impossible matter to be accomplished.
Thus, Ling Tian spent the past few days going deeper and deeper. From the gathering of intelligence, the deployment of the army, to the transportation of rations, everything was explained in detail. Because everything Ling Tian said was the truth and he did not exaggerate, this 100% truth had already planted a sense of nervousness in Xiao FengYang's heart, as though a war was about to break out. Today, when he talked about the Xiao family's reaction, the effect was obvious.
Naturally, if Xiao FengYang didn't fall for his trap, Ling Tian would have no choice but to take the risk and send out all his experts to wipe out all of Above Heavens. If he took away the greatest military support from the Xiao family and used coercion, there would still be a chance for him to subdue the Xiao family. However, these were all matters for the future. After all, the strength of Above Heavens was not to be underestimated. If he wanted to destroy them without paying a price, wouldn't that be wishful thinking? Besides, even if he really destroyed Above Heavens, the Xiao family might not surrender immediately. After all, they had a true fighting strength of 2 million!
The second reason was naturally because of Xiao YanXue. Since he had already seen Xiao YanXue as his woman, Ling Tian did not wish for his woman to have a frown on her face in the future, crying all day long or having a knot in her heart. If it was an enemy, Ling Tian could use the most ruthless methods to destroy and kill them. However, if he couldn't even pacify his woman, he wouldn't be a man. This was also one of the principles of Ling Tian's life!
Thinking about how to report to Xiao FengYang about the 'latest battle situation' in the next few days, Ling Tian stepped on the snow and left with a smug look on his face.
*****
Yu ManLou's decisiveness to kill was revealed at this moment!
After receiving Ling Tian's conditions, Yu ManLou pondered for an entire night before finally coming to a decision.
Three days later, Ling Tian received the following news: The men, women, and children of the Lei Family in Bright Jade City were all dead without a single survivor! His death was too horrible to look at. The murderer flew away into the underworld, leaving only sixteen large words in blood on the reflecting wall: "A debt of blood must be paid in blood, retribution is not pleasant! Daring to offend me, Ling Tian, will wipe out your entire family! "
The moment this matter was spread out, the entire world was shocked!
Everyone knew that the Lei Family had attacked the Ling family and with this sentence, they naturally blamed the extermination of the Lei Family on Ling Tian. Everyone was extremely fearful of Ling Tian's viciousness, but they were also incomparably furious!
Such a blatant revenge, and such a vicious method at that, immediately caused the crowd to be agitated, and Ling Tian began to show signs of anger …
It was rumored that the head of the Tamago Family, Yu ManLou, was devastated by the extermination of his ally's family and personally led his men to hold a grand memorial ceremony. When he read the memorial speech, his tears flowed down his cheeks and it was extremely touching. On that day, he swore that he would definitely seek justice from Ling Tian for the souls of the Lei Family!
When Ling Tian heard about this matter, his handsome face contorted and the corners of his mouth twitched. Finally, he let out a bitter laugh.
The older the ginger, the spicier it was! This move of Yu ManLou's could be said to be extremely vicious but also extremely powerful. Everyone couldn't help but admire him. (To be continued, if you want to know what will happen next, please go to www.qidian.com, there are more chapters. Support the author, support the original reading!)
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