The Tang Empire's losses were very light, but the Lion Kingdom's army outside the city had lost more than half of its men. Their morale was extremely low. Under such circumstances, as long as they opened the city gates and attacked, they would definitely be able to defeat the Lion Kingdom's army and achieve a greater victory. It was even possible to capture the enemy's general alive.
However, the enemy had more men and horses. Even if they could achieve a great victory, they would also suffer greater losses. The Tang Empire's army was used to having zero casualties. Excessive casualties would affect their morale. It was unacceptable to lose more than a hundred men. Therefore, Li Feiyu did not give the order to attack outside the city. He allowed the Lion Kingdom's army, which had suffered heavy losses, to retreat.
At this moment, the defeated soldiers of the Lion Kingdom were completely scared out of their wits. They retreated in a hurry, abandoning the seriously injured soldiers who could not walk. This was to prevent the enemy from catching up with them if they retreated too slowly. Of course, this was their own concern. The Tang Empire's army did not chase them out of the city. Instead, they stood on the city wall and watched them retreat.
"General, the defeated soldiers of the Lion Kingdom have retreated. There are still many seriously injured soldiers outside. They have been abandoned. Do we need to capture them?"
His subordinate looked at the wailing soldiers of the Lion Kingdom and asked.
Li Feiyu thought for a moment and said, "After all, these are human lives. We should save those who should be saved. Open the city gates immediately and capture all the injured soldiers and give them medical treatment."
"General, there are too many injured soldiers of the Lion Kingdom. Moreover, those who are left behind are all seriously injured. This will consume a lot of our medicine. Do we really need to save all of them?"
The subordinate felt that it was a waste of resources to save the injured soldiers of the Lion Kingdom. This was because there were too many seriously injured soldiers. If all the resources were used to save the injured soldiers, the losses would be too great. Moreover, there was no point in doing so.
Li Feiyu said, "We have to look at problems from a long-term perspective. In the future, we will rule the Lion Kingdom. It is beneficial for us to treat them better. Moreover, we will reimburse the Lion Kingdom's imperial court for the treatment costs. We will not lose anything. Haha!"
"Yes, I understand."
The general immediately led the soldiers outside the city to help the injured soldiers of the Lion Kingdom.
The victory on land was glorious, but the battle on the sea was even more glorious. After a long chase, almost all the ships of the Lion Kingdom were sunk. Only less than one in ten managed to escape.
Moreover, the main fleet of reinforcements soon arrived near the port, and according to the previously discussed countermeasures, they went straight to the southern port of South Tianzhu, Gedi.
This port was the closest port to the Lion Kingdom in the entire South Tianzhu. It was also the most prominent part of the entire strait. Its strategic position was extremely important.
The Lion Kingdom's army invaded South Tianzhu from this port. If their land troops wanted to retreat, the most convenient choice was to board the ships here and cross the strait to enter the main island of the Lion Kingdom. Therefore, in order to annihilate the land troops of the Lion Kingdom, they had to immediately occupy Gedi Port.
With the strength of the main fleet of the Tang Dynasty, it was simply too easy to take down Gedi Port. With a three-dimensional attack, they could quickly occupy the port.
The main fleet of the Tang Dynasty was not all battleships. It also included a large number of transport and supply ships. These auxiliary ships were the real main force, and only a small number of these ships needed to follow the battle ships. Most of them had to stay at Garigal Port.
At this time, Garigal Port was in a sea of fire. None of the ships of the main fleet could get close to it. They could only wait foolishly. After the fire was put out, they could enter the port to rest.
The eight steam gunboats that had been fighting earlier quickly joined the steam gunboats of the main fleet. In this way, the battle formation became even stronger, and it would be easier to attack Gedi Port.
Gedi Port was not far from Garigal Port. The battle fleet rushed against the wind and arrived at Gedi Port at the fastest speed. They immediately launched a three-dimensional attack and defeated the army of the Lion Kingdom stationed here. Then, they naturally occupied this port that originally belonged to South Tianzhu.
When the navy of the Tang Dynasty occupied Gedi Port, the sky was already bright, and it was almost noon. At this time, the news of the launch of Garigal Port had already spread to the capital of South Tianzhu.
When they learned that the army of the Lion Kingdom had launched a sneak attack on Garigal and burned hundreds of merchant ships docked in the port, including the logistics ships of the Tang Dynasty, Ang Lee and the Tang Army were naturally furious.
When they learned that the army of the Lion Kingdom had been defeated by the Tang Army and suffered heavy losses, Ang Lee and the Tang Army naturally became jubilant.
The king and ministers of South Tianzhu were naturally happy as well. However, they were still a little jealous and uncomfortable, because this great victory was won by the Tang Army, not their army.
In addition, through this battle, the king and ministers of South Tianzhu also clearly saw the strong combat power of the army of the Tang Dynasty. This combat power was incomparable to theirs. With such a strong combat power of the Tang Dynasty, they could easily defeat the Lion Kingdom. Their original idea of taking advantage of the situation when both sides suffered losses was completely ruined. The southern ports that they had promised to cede would really be ceded forever.
The southern seaports of Southern Tianzhu were all of the best quality, and their geographical locations were extremely crucial. Ceding these seaports was undoubtedly cutting off Southern Tianzhu's flesh. Unfortunately, there was no other way. Who asked their national strength to be too weak? If they did not agree with the Tang Dynasty, perhaps they would lose even more benefits.
"Those who offend the authority of the Tang Dynasty will be killed, no matter how far away they are. The Lion Kingdom dared to launch a sneak attack on the Tang Dynasty fleet. Their crime is unforgivable. Immediately pass down the order for our main force to go south, break through the capital of the Lion Kingdom in one fell swoop, and capture the king of the Lion Kingdom alive."
In the capital of South Tianzhu, Ang Lee issued the military order loudly.
"Yes, Assistant Minister Li."
The subordinate received the order and immediately went to pass it.
The ministers of the King of South Tianzhu were frightened when they heard Ang Lee's domineering declaration. They immediately revered and admired the Tang Dynasty even more, and flattered him one after another.
Now that the Lion Kingdom had already taken action, the army of the Tang Dynasty could justifiably attack the Lion Kingdom with all their strength. Ang Lee's focus also began to change. He had to leave the capital of South Tianzhu and go to a place closer to the Lion Kingdom to command the army of the Tang Dynasty in the battle to destroy the Lion Kingdom.
Of course, if he could persuade the Lion Kingdom to surrender and sign a treaty or something, it would be a very good idea. As long as it could reduce the casualties, he could do anything.
"The battle to destroy the Lion Kingdom cannot be delayed. I need to go south. I will go to Gedi first, and set off early tomorrow morning."
Ang Lee said that he wanted to leave the capital.
Héraud said, "Assistant Minister Li is going to destroy the Lion Kingdom this time. Is there anything I can help you with? As long as Xiao Wang can help, Xiao Wang will do his best to help. "
Ang Lee said happily, "That's great. As for provisions and fodder, the more the better. I will take as much as you can give me. I'm willing to accept more, no less."
"Yes, yes, yes. Xiao Wang will do his best to prepare enough provisions for the warriors of the Tang Dynasty. Even if I donate all the provisions in the South Tianzhu Palace, Xiao Wang will have no complaints."
In order to express his loyalty to the Tang Dynasty, Héraud could be said to have put in a lot of effort.
Ang Lee paused and said, "The journey will be lonely. It would be great if someone can dance or something."
Héraud hurriedly said, "Then let Karina and Karina accompany Assistant Minister Li all the way to the south. With the two of them taking care of him, Assistant Minister Li will not be lonely on the journey."
"You are so sensible. It's decided so happily. We will set off early tomorrow morning. I am tired, so I will go to rest first."
Ang Lee got up with satisfaction and went to the guest room to rest.
The warriors of the Tang Dynasty had won such a beautiful battle, which greatly increased the reputation of the men of the Tang Dynasty. Such a happy thing should be celebrated. Ang Lee was not sleepy. He said that he was tired because he did not want to look at Héraud's old face all the time.
There were delicate and beautiful sisters in the guest room. Looking at them would make him feel particularly happy. If he did something embarrassing, it would be even better.
"The most handsome man of the Tang Dynasty, Assistant Minister Li, you are back! We are waiting for you. "
The elder sister, Karina, gently winked at Ang Lee.
Ang Lee was overjoyed by the praise and said proudly, "The army of the Tang Dynasty defeated the army of the Lion Kingdom in the battle, causing the Lion Kingdom to lose more than 10,000 elites. After this battle, the Lion Kingdom will no longer be able to invade South Tianzhu. Your relatives will not be hurt anymore."
"Assistant Minister Li, we have heard that the soldiers of the Tang Dynasty are really powerful. They defeated the army of the Lion Kingdom so easily and avenged us."
The younger sister, Karina, said softly.
"Oh, avenged you? Do you still have a personal grudge against the Lion Kingdom?"
Ang Lee asked curiously.
"The Lion Kingdom suddenly launched a sneak attack on South Tianzhu. Many of our relatives were killed by the soldiers of the Lion Kingdom. Does this count as a personal grudge?"
As Karina spoke, her eyes were a little red and swollen. Obviously, it was difficult for her to calm down when she thought of her relatives.
"Baby, don't cry. Didn't I avenge you? Come, give me a kiss."
A crying woman, no, a crying young beauty, was the most moving. Her delicate and pitiful appearance could easily make people feel pity for her.
"Assistant Minister Li, the Lion Kingdom lost many soldiers and generals. Will they deliberately seek revenge? The people of the Lion Kingdom are tough. How can they tolerate such a crushing defeat? "
Karina asked worriedly.
Ang Lee replied with a smile, "My little beauty, don't worry! The Lion Kingdom deliberately provoked the Tang Dynasty. Their crime is unforgivable. The power of the Tang Dynasty has descended. We must destroy the Lion Kingdom. After we destroy the Lion Kingdom, let's see how they seek revenge. "
"Ah! Assistant Minister Li wants to destroy the Lion Kingdom. The Lion Kingdom has a population of more than a million. Can it be so easy to destroy them? "
Karina asked doubtfully.
Ang Lee said confidently, "The Lion Kingdom is nothing. Destroying ten or even a hundred Lion Kingdoms is a piece of cake. Let's not talk about this. Tomorrow morning, I will go to Ge Di. The two of you will come with me. Let's go to the seaside to watch the sunrise.
What do you think? "" Watch the sunrise by the seaside. That's great. We haven't seen the sunrise by the seaside for many years. I miss the days of watching the sunrise by the seaside! "
Karina looked forward to it.
"We will be able to see the sunrise by the seaside soon. However, let's not talk about this now. Shouldn't we celebrate the defeat of the Lion Kingdom's army?"
Ang Lee smiled wickedly.
"Of course we should celebrate. Assistant Minister Li, how do you want to celebrate?"
Ang Lee stroked Karina's face and said, "Open your mouth."
"Hmph, good or bad."
The Lion Kingdom's army suffered a crushing defeat. The sea route was almost completely wiped out. The army on the land route also suffered heavy losses at Caligar. Fortunately, five to six thousand people escaped. These defeated soldiers were like birds startled by the twang of a bow. They did not dare to take the main roads and only took the small paths.
They all knew that they could not stay in South Tianzhu any longer and had to return to the Lion Kingdom as soon as possible. The best route to escape back was Port Gordy. However, they did not know that before they arrived at Port Gordy, the Tang Dynasty's army had already occupied the port. They thought that they were free and rushed into the port, but they were completely surrounded by the Tang Dynasty's army.
"Everyone, listen up. Put down your weapons and surrender immediately."
The general of the Tang Dynasty's army ordered loudly. All the soldiers aimed their weapons at the surrounded Lion Kingdom's defeated soldiers.
They did not have the upper hand in terms of military strength, their morale had fallen to the bottom, and their weapons were not as good as the Tang Dynasty army's. Under such circumstances, resistance was only waiting for death. Surrender was the only way out.
The five to six thousand Lion Kingdom's soldiers, who were still in good condition, put down their weapons and surrendered just like that. None of the soldiers dared to raise their weapons to resist because they had no chance of winning.
These captives were imprisoned in different places in units of a thousand to prevent mutiny from happening due to the large number of captives.
Across the sea from Gordy was Port Tanal of the Lion Kingdom. At this moment, more than a dozen broken warships were floating alone on the port, which was a sharp contrast to the spectacular scene when they set off.
The defeated soldiers who were lucky enough to escape back to the port immediately sent the news of the defeat of the army to the capital of the Lion Kingdom so that their king could get the news as soon as possible.
The king of the Lion Kingdom, Kulam, was very surprised. He had sent almost all the naval elites, but he did not expect that more than 90% of them would be lost after the battle. There were only a dozen small warships left.
"I heard that the fire burned a large number of ships in the port of Garigal, and the entire port was in a sea of fire."
King Kulam said.
"Yes, Your Majesty, the port of Garigal also suffered heavy losses. However, most of the casualties were merchant ships. Eight warships of the Tang Dynasty came out and made us suffer heavy losses."
The navy general said.
"The Tang Dynasty army only had eight warships. You have hundreds of warships. How could you lose so badly? How did you command them? "
Kulam was very angry.
"Your Majesty, the warships of the Tang Dynasty army are very large and extremely powerful. Moreover, they are much faster than our small ships. Even if we have more ships, we are no match for them."
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